Product Overview
- Product Name: Star Wars Episode I Racer
- New or Used: Used
- In Box or Loose: Loose
- Overall Condition: Very Good
- Save Battery Status*: Not Applicable – Does Not Use Battery
- Notes: A nice original Nintendo 64 copy of Star Wars Episode I Racer, this cartridge is in very good condition with light signs of prior use. The label is fully intact with crisp detail and minimal surface wear, giving it strong shelf appeal for display. The cartridge shell remains in great shape, and the contacts are clean and tested for smooth, reliable performance. Instruction manual is included, adding extra completeness for collectors. A clean, authentic example ready to fire up your next high-speed podrace.
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What's Included
- N64 Game Cartridge: Yes
- Manual / Instructions: Yes
- Original Retail Box: No
- Extras:
Game Description
Blast across desert canyons and alien worlds at breakneck speed in Star Wars Episode I Racer, a high-velocity podracing experience brought to life on the Nintendo 64 console. Inspired by the iconic Boonta Eve Classic, you’ll pilot unstable twin-engine podracers through twisting tracks filled with hazards, tight turns, and sudden drops. Managing heat, steering precision, and raw speed becomes a constant balancing act as you push your machine to the edge without tearing it apart mid-race.
Drawing directly from the Star Wars universe, Star Wars Episode I Racer delivers an exhilarating racing game for the Nintendo 64 that stands apart with its futuristic vehicles and extreme sense of speed. Each racer features unique stats and handling, encouraging players to experiment and find the best fit for different tracks. As a standout physical cartridge release tied to one of the franchise’s most memorable scenes, it remains a favorite for Star Wars fans and retro racing enthusiasts alike.
Gameplay Features
- Race as Anakin Skywalker or rivals like Sebulba, each podracer offering distinct speed, handling, and durability stats
- Navigate high-speed tracks across planets like Tatooine and Baroonda, packed with hazards and sharp turns
- Manage engine temperature and boost systems, balancing maximum speed with the risk of catastrophic failure
- Upgrade engines, cooling systems, and steering components to improve performance and control
- Compete in tournament modes that challenge consistency, track mastery, and long-term racing strategy
Historical Trivia or Fun Fact
Star Wars Episode I Racer was released in 1999 by LucasArts alongside Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace, capturing one of the film’s most visually striking sequences. The game became one of the best-selling Star Wars titles of its era, praised for translating the speed and danger of podracing into a playable format. Its unique focus on this single scene helped it stand out from other Star Wars games, giving it lasting appeal among collectors and fans of the franchise.
Additional Details
- Variant: Standard Release
- Genre: Racing
- Year Released: 1999
- Publisher: LucasArts
- Developer: LucasArts
- ESRB Rating: E - Everyone
- UPC: 045496870416
- SKU: 3914
- Format: Nintendo 64 Video Game Cartridge
- Platform: Nintendo 64 System (N64 Video Game Console)
- Region: NTSC (North America, Canada)
Important Information
- *Save battery (if present) has been tested or replaced and is verified working at the time of listing.
- Photos show the exact item for sale — we never use stock images for used games.
- All used items are cleaned, tested, and 100% guaranteed to work.
- Backed by Retro Game Fan’s 60-day warranty.
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