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Power Drive
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| System | Super Nintendo |
|---|---|
| Released | 1995 |
| Genre | Racing |
| Developer | U.S. Gold |
| Publisher | Rage Software |
| Players | 1–4 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 4 |
Power Drive is a racing game released in 1995 for the Super Nintendo, developed by U.S. Gold and published by Rage Software.
It landed about 4 years into the SNES's life. Other notable SNES releases from 1995 include Chrono Trigger, Super Mario World 2: Yoshi's Island and Donkey Kong Country 2: Diddy's Kong Quest. Among the 63 SNES racing games in our database, it ranks #22 by legacy score.
U.S. Gold also made Fever Pitch Soccer, Putty and The Incredible Hulk for the SNES.
Power Drive supports up to 4 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 Power Drive 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.
Power Drive 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.
Power Drive FAQ
When did Power Drive come out on the SNES?
Power Drive was released for the Super Nintendo in 1995.
Who made Power Drive?
It was developed by U.S. Gold and published by Rage Software.
Is Power Drive multiplayer?
Yes. Power Drive supports up to 4 players.
How long does Power Drive take to play?
As a racing game, Power Drive 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 Power Drive 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.