VMX Racing PS1 box art

PlayStation · Racing

VMX Racing

Deep cut

SystemPlayStation
Released1997
GenreRacing
DeveloperStudio e
PublisherPlaymates Interactive Entertainment
Players1–2 players
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 2

Developed by Studio e and published by Playmates Interactive Entertainment, VMX Racing arrived on the PlayStation in 1997 as a racing game.

It landed about 2 years into the PS1's life. Other notable PS1 releases from 1997 include Grand Theft Auto, Final Fantasy VII and Duke Nukem 3D.

VMX Racing supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.

Pick it if…

  • you want to race and compete
  • you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
  • you have a friend to play against
  • you've played the PS1 hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you want a story or exploration rather than laps

What playing VMX Racing is like

Racing games range from realistic driving to kart racers with weapons and shortcuts. Races are short, making them great for quick sessions and split-screen rivalries.

Tip for newcomers: Learn each track's racing line and braking points; in kart racers, item strategy matters as much as driving.

VMX Racing gameplay screenshot on PS1
In-game screenshot (PS1)

VMX Racing cheats & codes

4 codes on file (GameShark). Here are a few GameShark codes to start with:

Points Cooper80162350 00FF
Points Becker80164260 00FF
Points Duncan801632D8 00FF
Points Emitt801613C8 00FF

See all VMX Racing cheats

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Playing PS1 games today

PS1 games range from quick arcade racers to 60-hour RPGs. A selection is available through PlayStation Plus Premium, and if you own the discs you can play your backups in an emulator such as Rec0m88.

VMX Racing FAQ

When did VMX Racing come out on the PS1?

VMX Racing was released for the PlayStation in 1997.

Who made VMX Racing?

It was developed by Studio e and published by Playmates Interactive Entertainment.

Is VMX Racing multiplayer?

Yes. VMX Racing supports up to 2 players.

How long does VMX Racing take to play?

As a racing game, VMX Racing typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.

Read more about VMX Racing on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.

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