Excitebike Classic
Best Nintendo Entertainment System racing games
The Matrix has 54 racing games on file for the Nintendo Entertainment System, released between 1984–1999. 21 of them support multiplayer, including 1 with co-op. They're ranked below by legacy score, so the games that shaped the genre on the NES come first, with lesser-known picks further down.
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.
Typical commitment: quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun). Tip: Learn each track's racing line and braking points; in kart racers, item strategy matters as much as driving.
Jackal Classic Co-op
Rad Racer Classic
City Connection Classic
F-1 Race Classic
Mach Rider Classic
Cobra Triangle Classic
R.C. Pro-Am Classic
Days of Thunder Deep cut
Knight Rider Deep cut
Race America Deep cut
Bump 'n' Jump Deep cut
Formula One: Built to Win Deep cut
Monster Truck Rally Deep cut
MotoRace USA Deep cut
Spy Hunter Deep cut
Championship Rally Deep cut
Gekitotsu Yonku Battle Deep cut
RoadBlasters Deep cut
Super Sprint Deep cut
Astro Fang: Super Machine Deep cut
Cycle Race: Road Man Deep cut
Final Lap Deep cut
Motor City Patrol Deep cut
Racer Mini Yonku: Japan Cup Deep cut
Rally Bike Deep cut
Seicross Deep cut
Stunt Kids Deep cut
Super Cars Deep cut
Bill Elliott's NASCAR Challenge Deep cut
Danny Sullivan's Indy Heat Deep cut
F1 Circus Deep cut
