Super Nintendo · Racing
Top Gear 3000
| System | Super Nintendo |
|---|---|
| Released | 1995 |
| Genre | Racing |
| Developer | Kemco |
| Publisher | Nintendo |
| Players | 1–4 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Top Gear |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 7 |
Top Gear 3000 is a racing game released in 1995 for the Super Nintendo, developed by Kemco and published by Nintendo.
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 #11 by legacy score.
It is part of the Top Gear series; on the SNES you can also try Top Gear and Top Gear 2. The series also appears on other systems with Top Gear 2 (Genesis) and Top Gear Rally 2 (N64). Kemco also made Brutal: Paws of Fury, Kid Klown in Crazy Chase and Phalanx for the SNES.
Top Gear 3000 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
Maybe skip it if…
- you want a story or exploration rather than laps
What playing Top Gear 3000 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.
Top Gear 3000 cheats & codes
85 codes on file (Game Genie, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| 1st Place Earns 980,000 Credits | B6C8-CF9D |
|---|---|
| 2nd Place Earns 980,000 Credits | B6C8-C49D |
| 3rd Place Earns 980,000 Credits | B6C8-C79D |
| 4th Place Earns 980,000 Credits | B6CA-CD9D |
| 5th Place Earns 980,000 Credits | B6CA-CF9D |
| 6th Place Earns 980,000 Credits | B6CA-C49D |
Top Gear 3000 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.
Top Gear 3000 FAQ
When did Top Gear 3000 come out on the SNES?
Top Gear 3000 was released for the Super Nintendo in 1995.
Who made Top Gear 3000?
It was developed by Kemco and published by Nintendo.
Is Top Gear 3000 multiplayer?
Yes. Top Gear 3000 supports up to 4 players.
How long does Top Gear 3000 take to play?
As a racing game, Top Gear 3000 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 Top Gear 3000 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.