F1 ROC: Race of Champions SNES box art

Super Nintendo · Racing

F1 ROC: Race of Champions

SystemSuper Nintendo
Released1992
GenreRacing
DeveloperSETA Corporation
PublisherSETA Corporation
Players1 player
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyWell-known · legacy score 7

Released for the Super Nintendo in 1992, F1 ROC: Race of Champions is a racing game developed by SETA Corporation. Depending on the region, you may also know it as Exhaust Heat.

It came out in the SNES's second year on the market. Other notable SNES releases from 1992 include The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past, Super Mario Kart and Final Fantasy V. Among the 63 SNES racing games in our database, it ranks #7 by legacy score.

SETA Corporation also made Nosferatu, A.S.P. Air Strike Patrol and F1 ROC II: Race of Champions for the SNES.

F1 ROC: Race of Champions 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)

Maybe skip it if…

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

What playing F1 ROC: Race of Champions 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.

F1 ROC: Race of Champions gameplay screenshot on SNES
In-game screenshot (SNES)

F1 ROC: Race of Champions cheats & codes

135 codes on file (Game Genie, Pro Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:

Start Player With No Money Instead Of $500BA26-A44F
No Damage When Hitting WallsC9A8-07DD
No Damage When Hitting Other CarsC922-0FDD
Normal Tires Are FreeDDEE-6F21
Hi-Grip Tires Are FreeDDEE-6491
Rain Tires Are FreeDDEE-6F91

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F1 ROC: Race of Champions 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.

F1 ROC: Race of Champions FAQ

When did F1 ROC: Race of Champions come out on the SNES?

F1 ROC: Race of Champions was released for the Super Nintendo in 1992.

Who made F1 ROC: Race of Champions?

It was developed by SETA Corporation.

Is F1 ROC: Race of Champions multiplayer?

No. F1 ROC: Race of Champions is a single-player game.

How long does F1 ROC: Race of Champions take to play?

As a racing game, F1 ROC: Race of Champions 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 F1 ROC: Race of Champions 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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