The Duel: Test Drive II SNES box art

Super Nintendo · Racing

The Duel: Test Drive II

Deep cut

SystemSuper Nintendo
Released1992 (originally 1989)
GenreRacing
DeveloperDistinctive Software
PublisherAccolade
Players1 player
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
SeriesTest Drive
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 4

Developed by Distinctive Software and published by Accolade, The Duel: Test Drive II arrived on the Super Nintendo in 1992 as a racing game. This SNES release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1989.

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 #23 by legacy score.

It is part of the Test Drive series. The series also appears on other systems with Test Drive 6 (PS1) and Test Drive Le Mans (PS1).

The Duel: Test Drive II 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 The Duel: Test Drive II 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.

The Duel: Test Drive II gameplay screenshot on SNES
In-game screenshot (SNES)

The Duel: Test Drive II cheats & codes

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

Infinite Cars Left7E1C8609
Auto Accelerate at Maximum Speed7E11CEFF

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The Duel: Test Drive II 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.

The Duel: Test Drive II FAQ

When did The Duel: Test Drive II come out on the SNES?

The Duel: Test Drive II was released for the Super Nintendo in 1992; the original game dates back to 1989.

Who made The Duel: Test Drive II?

It was developed by Distinctive Software and published by Accolade.

Is The Duel: Test Drive II multiplayer?

No. The Duel: Test Drive II is a single-player game.

How long does The Duel: Test Drive II take to play?

As a racing game, The Duel: Test Drive II 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 The Duel: Test Drive II 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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