We already published the list of best GBA games of all time, now it’s time to discover the best GBA racing games of all time.
With amazing titles available, the GBA definitely has a great library of racing games.
So, if you’re a fan of both the GBA and racing games, there’s a chance you’ll like this list.
And some of you may already know some of the games mentioned in this list.
#25. Sega Rally Championship
- Release Data: Dice/Sega, 2003
- Genre: Racing » Arcade » Automobile
Even though the main racing is lacking, the development team made the package palatable by including a ton of extras, including collectable mini-games, tracks, vehicles, and historical Sega Rally images.
So, while there are plenty of better looking and handling racing titles on the GBA, at least Sega Rally makes up for its design shortcomings in mass amounts of features.
#24. Driver 2 Advance
- Release Data: Sennari Interactive/Atari SA, 2002
- Genre: Racing » Arcade » Automobile
Driver 2 Advance is both impressive and enjoyable.
Sure, the cities could look more realistic, but you’d be hard pressed to direct any real criticism toward any aspect of the game.
Driver 2 Advance is simply great, not just for fans of the series, but for most any GBA owner who can handle the subject matter.
#23. Motocross Maniacs Advance
- Release Data: Konami, 2002
- Genre: Racing » Arcade » Other
If you’re looking for a racing game for your GBA, especially after mastering some of the kart racers available for the system, Motocross Maniacs Advance offers just as much depth as the competition and is definitely worth taking a look at.
#22. Classic NES Series: Excitebike
- Release Data: Nintendo, 2004
- Genre: Racing » Arcade » Automobile
Overall, Excitebike is a solid trip down memory lane for fans of the original NES game.
If Excitebike had been part of a larger compilation of NES classics, it would be much more welcome.
Standing on its own, however, it seems like a little more than you’d want to pay for a short burst of nostalgia.
#21. Driven
- Release Data: Crawfish Interactive/Bam Entertainment, 2001
- Genre: Racing » Simulation » Automobile
In rough form, the majority of blocking tactics and scenarios from the PlayStation 2 version apply to the GBA version as well.
Sure, the Sylvester Stallone voice-overs and poorly drawn caricature of Burt Reynolds are missing, but the GBA definitely ended up with the better version of the game.
#20. Banjo-Pilot
- Release Data: Rare Ltd./THQ, 2005
- Genre: Racing » Arcade » Other
Like most kart racing games, Banjo Pilot‘s multiplayer leaves its single-player counterpart in the dust.
The single-player has its moments, but ultimately, Banjo Pilot is best served for those who have three friends who also want to do a little airplane racing.
#19. MotoGP
- Release Data: Visual Impact/THQ, 2002
- Genre: Racing » Simulation » Automobile
Overall, MotoGP is a very good game.
The graphics are some of the best for a racing game on the Game Boy Advance, and the different modes should keep you busy on long trips, but as previously mentioned, the game uses a password feature.
Still, if you’re looking for a fun racing game, you’ll want to give MotoGP a try.
#18. Stuntman
- Release Data: Velez & Dubail/Infogrames, 2003
- Genre: Racing » Arcade » Automobile
Unlike the PS2 version of the game, the GBA version does not splice your stunts into the footage for each film.
This takes away a little from the overall cinematic appeal of the game, but not so much that you can’t get plenty of enjoyment from this otherwise solid product.
#17. Spy Hunter
- Release Data: Midway, 2002
- Genre: Racing » Arcade » Automobile
As well-produced as Spy Hunter is on the GBA, it’s just not tight in its mission layouts, and the strategy isn’t made very clear the first time around the course.
On its own, however, Spy Hunter is an easygoing vehicular combat game with a few unfortunate flaws. But it sure is pretty.
#16. Need for Speed Underground 2
- Release Data: Pocketeers/Electronic Arts, 2004
- Genre: Racing » Simulation » Automobile
Overall, Need for Speed Underground 2 for the Game Boy Advance succeeds at distilling the best aspects of the console versions into a cartridge that you can take and play anywhere.
Whether you’re looking for a solid racer or just want to get lost putting together your own stable of slick rides, you can do both here.
#15. Monster Truck Madness
- Release Data: Tantalus/THQ, 2003
- Genre: Racing » Simulation » Automobile
The real problem with Monster Truck Madness is that it’s strictly a single-player experience.
But if you’re the kind of person who enjoys cathartic, arcade-style racing games, and you don’t mind the absence of multiplayer play modes, you really should take a look at Monster Truck Madness.
#14. Drome Racers
- Release Data: Mobius Entertainment/THQ, 2003
- Genre: Racing » Arcade » Automobile
Drome Racers is a really good game for the younger audience to play, and they will enjoy it too.
Not only that, Drome Racers is worth your attention because it’s one of the most technically impressive racing games to land on the GBA. It’s also quite fun.
#13. F-Zero: GP Legend
- Release Data: Suzak/Nintendo, 2004
- Genre: Racing » Arcade » Futuristic
The classic has been nicely expanded here, with interesting story sequences that add a little more depth to an otherwise-straightforward racing game.
And if you’ve yet to play a portable F-Zero, GP Legend can be recommended over its predecessor, as it features more modes and characters.
#12. GT Advance 3: Pro Concept Racing
- Release Data: MTO/THQ, 2003
- Genre: Racing » Simulation » Automobile
Overall, GT Advance 3: Pro Concept Racing is a spicier version of the original GT Advance that was released when the Game Boy Advance launched in June 2001.
The inclusion of a battery save feature makes this game infinitely more enjoyable, and the twofold increase in car selection isn’t too shabby either.
#11. Top Gear Rally
- Release Data: Tantalus/Kemco, 2003
- Genre: Racing » Simulation » Automobile
Even though Top Gear Rally isn’t the be-all and end-all of racing games, it is a huge step in the right direction.
The CPU opponents are lifeless, and the number of handling adjustments isn’t enough, but these are the most significant complaints toward a game that plays smoothly and looks superb.
#10. GT Advance 2: Rally Racing
- Release Data: MTO/THQ, 2002
- Genre: Racing » Simulation » Automobile
The most glaring problem of the original GT Advance has been addressed, and ultimately, this game is to the sport of rally what its predecessor is to street racing.
The game offers numerous options, it has a ton of cars and all of the tracks from the rally circuit, and it looks good for a handheld game.
#9. GT Advance Championship Racing
- Release Data: MTO/THQ, 2001
- Genre: Racing » Simulation » Automobile
It’s really a shame that THQ opted to adopt a password feature for the US version instead of the battery-save option, because it has added a lot of hassle to what would otherwise be a very fun game.
Those of you who can get the Japanese version of the game should do so, since the menus are entirely in English.
#8. V-Rally 3
- Release Data: Velez & Dubail/Atari SA, 2002
- Genre: Racing » Simulation » Automobile
Nevertheless, with its incredible graphics, convincing handling, and satisfying challenge, V-Rally 3 for the Game Boy Advance is a very solid racing game.
Regardless of whether you prefer arcade-style racing games or more-realistic simulations, the game has a lot to offer.
#7. Konami Krazy Racers
- Release Data: KCEK/Konami, 2001
- Genre: Racing » Arcade » Other
The grand prix mode and the driving tests present a strong challenge that will keep you playing these single-player modes for hours, and near flawless multiplayer only adds to the overall replay value of the game.
Konami Krazy Racers is an incredibly entertaining game that’s certainly worthy of the attention of any kart-racing fan.
#6. Racing Gears Advance
- Release Data: Orbital Media, Inc., 2005
- Genre: Racing » Arcade » Automobile
All told, Racing Gears Advance is an extremely pleasant surprise that delivers as good of an arcade racing experience as you’re going to find on the Game Boy Advance.
It isn’t the flashiest, deepest, or most action-packed racer you’ll ever see, but it has more than enough well-produced, addictive qualities to make it worth a spot in your collection.
#5. Rock ‘N Roll Racing
- Release Data: Mass Media/Blizzard Classic Arcade, 2003
- Genre: Racing » Arcade » Automobile
Blizzard’s fast-moving racing game is at its most fun when you’re playing it with someone else.
Fans of the original will still have fun with this game, and fans of arcade-style combat racing in general will easily have a great time.
#4. Colin McRae Rally 2.0
- Release Data: Spellbound/Ubisoft, 2002
- Genre: Racing » Simulation » Automobile
You will not be disappointed with the gameplay in Colin McRae Rally 2.0 on the GBA.
Yes, the graphics on the surface are a bit on the low-quality side, but you just have to see it in action to appreciate everything that’s going on in the game.
#3. Moto Racer Advance
- Release Data: Adeline Software/Ubisoft, 2002
- Genre: Racing » Arcade » Automobile
The designers not only worked an amazing engine that features 3D-style effects using 2D graphic tricks, they also made sure the game played as fun as possible.
Moto Racer Advance features a huge amount of stuff to uncover in its different modes of play, and even after several hours of play you still won’t have seen it all.
#2. F-Zero: Maximum Velocity
- Release Data: Nd Cube/Nintendo, 2001
- Genre: Racing » Arcade » Futuristic
While not revolutionary in any regard, F-Zero: Maximum Velocity is a challenging yet addictive racer with speed to spare.
Anyone who has disliked the mechanics of previous F-Zero games won’t be converted by Maximum Velocity, but this pocket-sized nitro boost will more than satisfy players who can appreciate its simple elegance.
#1. Mario Kart: Super Circuit
- Release Data: Intelligent Systems/Nintendo, 2001
- Genre: Racing » Arcade » Automobile
Ultimately, Mario Kart Super Circuit does many things right and few things wrong.
Whether you’re an ardent fan of the Mario Kart series or a first-time player, Mario Kart Super Circuit is a must-have for owners of the Game Boy Advance.
It’s definitely the best GBA racing game of all time.
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