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Battle Cars
Deep cut
| System | Super Nintendo |
|---|---|
| Released | 1993 |
| Genre | Racing |
| Developer | Namco |
| Publisher | Namco |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 3 |
Battle Cars is a racing game released in 1993 for the Super Nintendo, developed by Namco.
It landed about 2 years into the SNES's life. Other notable SNES releases from 1993 include Super Mario All-Stars, Secret of Mana and The Lost Vikings. Among the 63 SNES racing games in our database, it ranks #24 by legacy score.
Namco also made Pac-Man 2: The New Adventures, Metal Marines and Cosmo Gang the Video for the SNES.
Battle Cars 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 SNES hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you want a story or exploration rather than laps
What playing Battle Cars 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.
Battle Cars cheats & codes
6 codes on file (Pro Action Replay). Here are a few Pro Action Replay codes to start with:
| Start With And Keep $50,000 (Infinite Cash) In 1 Player Mode | 7E186350
7E1864C3 |
|---|---|
| Start With And Keep 50,000 Credits In 1 Player Mode (Infinite Credits) | 7E186150
7E1862C3 |
Battle Cars walkthroughs & guides
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Playing SNES games today
The SNES library has aged exceptionally well, especially its RPGs, platformers and puzzle games. A large selection is available on Nintendo Switch Online, and if you own the cartridges you can play your backups in an emulator such as Rec0m88, including online with friends.
Battle Cars FAQ
When did Battle Cars come out on the SNES?
Battle Cars was released for the Super Nintendo in 1993.
Who made Battle Cars?
It was developed by Namco.
Is Battle Cars multiplayer?
Yes. Battle Cars supports up to 2 players.
How long does Battle Cars take to play?
As a racing game, Battle Cars 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 Battle Cars 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.