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RPM Racing
| System | Super Nintendo |
|---|---|
| Released | 1991 |
| Genre | Racing |
| Developer | Silicon & Synapse |
| Publisher | Interplay |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 7 |
Released for the Super Nintendo in 1991, RPM Racing is a racing game developed by Silicon & Synapse and published by Interplay. Depending on the region, you may also know it as Radical Psycho Machine Racing.
It belongs to the SNES's earliest wave of games. Other notable SNES releases from 1991 include Final Fantasy IV, Lemmings and SimEarth. Among the 63 SNES racing games in our database, it ranks #9 by legacy score.
Silicon & Synapse also made The Lost Vikings and Rock n' Roll Racing for the SNES.
RPM 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
Maybe skip it if…
- you want a story or exploration rather than laps
What playing RPM 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.
RPM Racing cheats & codes
15 codes on file (Game Genie, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Sturdy Tires Are Free | DDB8-0465 |
|---|---|
| 4-Litre High Output Engine Is Free | DDB1-0F65 |
| Sell Sturdy Tires For $4,910 Instead Of $10 | 0BBA-0FA5 |
| Sell 4-Litre High Output Engine For $9,925 Instead Of $25 | BBB5-0DA5 |
| Start New Game With $9,910 Instead Of $4,910 | BBCB-DF61 |
| Start New Game With $49,104,910 | 62CB-D701 |
RPM Racing 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.
RPM Racing FAQ
When did RPM Racing come out on the SNES?
RPM Racing was released for the Super Nintendo in 1991.
Who made RPM Racing?
It was developed by Silicon & Synapse and published by Interplay.
Is RPM Racing multiplayer?
Yes. RPM Racing supports up to 2 players.
How long does RPM Racing take to play?
As a racing game, RPM 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 RPM 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.