Dirt Racer SNES box art

Super Nintendo · Racing

Dirt Racer

Deep cut

SystemSuper Nintendo
GenreRacing
DeveloperMotiveTime, Ltd
PublisherElite Systems
Players1 player
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 3

Dirt Racer is a racing game released for the Super Nintendo, developed by MotiveTime, Ltd and published by Elite Systems.

Dirt Racer is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.

Pick it if…

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

Maybe skip it if…

  • you want a story or exploration rather than laps
  • you are looking for something to play with friends

What playing Dirt Racer 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.

Dirt Racer gameplay screenshot on SNES
In-game screenshot (SNES)

Dirt Racer cheats & codes

3 codes on file (Pro Action Replay). Here are a few Pro Action Replay codes to start with:

Freeze CPU Car7E1E40C9
Infinite Lives7E03FA09
Infinite Time7E005600

See all Dirt Racer cheats

Dirt Racer walkthroughs & guides

Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Dirt Racer.

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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.

Dirt Racer FAQ

Who made Dirt Racer?

It was developed by MotiveTime, Ltd and published by Elite Systems.

Is Dirt Racer multiplayer?

No. Dirt Racer is a single-player game.

How long does Dirt Racer take to play?

As a racing game, Dirt Racer 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 Dirt Racer 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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