We already published the list of best GBC games of all time, now it’s time to discover the best GBC racing games of all time.
With amazing titles available, the GBC definitely has a great library of racing games.
So, if you’re a fan of both the GBC 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.
#10. Championship Motocross 2001 Featuring Ricky Carmichael
- Release Data: Tiertex Design Studios/THQ, 2000
- Genre: Racing » Arcade » Other
Championship Motocross 2001 has serious potential as a racing game, but there are so many problems keeping it from breaking out of the “mediocre” watermark.
Races that go on too long, tracks that go on forever, passwords that could overwhelm a safecracker, and downright difficult computer AI.
#9. Chase H.Q.: Secret Police
- Release Data: Taito Corporation/Jorudan, 2000
- Genre: Racing » Arcade » Automobile
You can’t bury a game because the sound is average, and considering the other improvements, it’s not necessary anyway.
Chase H.Q.: Secret Police is fun to play, the strategy elements are engrossing, and the level design gives the game a sense of replay rarely seen in GBC racing titles.
The game isn’t perfect, but it holds up against modern releases.
#8. Top Gear Pocket
- Release Data: Vision Works/Kemco, 1999
- Genre: Racing » Arcade » Automobile
Overall, this game is a worthy purchase for racing fans, but perhaps not for the casual gamer.
The rumbling made it a novelty, though there are certain areas that could easily be improved on due to obvious mistakes.
It is certain that this is a good, reasonably polished game, that could have been great.
#7. Disney/Pixar Toy Story Racer
- Release Data: Tiertex Design Studios/Activision, 2001
- Genre: Racing » Arcade » Automobile
All in all, Toy Story Racer isn’t the best of the Mario Kart clones.
In fact, for most players, Wacky Races is a much better alternative.
However, the 3D visuals and cartoon-style charm contained within Toy Story Racer do make it an excellent choice for children, Disney fans, or Game Boy fanatics who enjoy visual gimmicks.
#6. Polaris SnoCross
- Release Data: Vicarious Visions/Vatical Entertainment, 2000
- Genre: Racing » Arcade » Other
At the outset, Polaris SnoCross is an above-average racer that delivers the “extreme” experience, while including an often-neglected link-play feature.
As such, Vicarious Visions has given the game that extra ten percent that is required to deliver bona fide replay value.
Not only that, but the company didn’t skimp in single-player modes either.
#5. Star Wars Episode I: Racer
- Release Data: Pax Softonica/Nintendo, 1999
- Genre: Racing » Arcade » Futuristic
Star Wars Episode I: Racer for the Game Boy Color is a fun little game.
It’s not the sort of thing you’ll find yourself playing for months on end, but it’s one of the better racing games to grace the system.
#4. Test Drive Le Mans
- Release Data: Velez & Dubail/Infogrames, 2000
- Genre: Racing » Simulation » Automobile
What you get with Test Drive Le Mans is one of the most solid GBC racing titles.
Visually, some innovation might have been nice, but the game excels at what it does regardless.
The lack of a two-player mode is a bit off-putting, but considering everything Le Mans brings to the table, such an omission isn’t fatal.
#3. Driver: You are the Wheelman
- Release Data: Crawfish Interactive/Infogrames, 2000
- Genre: Racing » Arcade » Automobile
Despite the weaknesses in the sound department, Driver is smoothness personified.
Driving around is fun and exciting, the levels are varied, and the side games really do improve your skill within the main game.
Even without a battery save and a two-player feature, there’s really nothing major to complain about.
#2. Wacky Races
- Release Data: Velez & Dubail/Syscom, 2000
- Genre: Racing » Arcade » Automobile
It’s rare when a licensed racing title turns out good, and even more rare when that game is on the Game Boy Color.
In every category, be it gameplay, sound, visuals, or replay, Infogrames’ Wacky Races turns in a solid performance.
#1. Mickey’s Speedway USA
- Release Data: Rare Ltd./Nintendo, 2001
- Genre: Racing » Arcade » Automobile
Just as everyone expected, Rare and Nintendo have wrapped the Disney license around the best Game Boy Color kart racing game currently available.
All in all, the varied gameplay, diverse options, gorgeous visuals, and ample two-player support make Mickey’s Speedway USA a class-A title.
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