Product Overview
- Product Name: Project Gotham Racing
- New or Used: Used
- In Case or Loose: In Case
- Overall Condition: Good
- Disc Condition: No scratches / Scratch free
- Notes: Project Gotham Racing includes original artwork and manual, presented in a new aftermarket replacement case; the disc remains scratch-free and has been tested working. A classic Xbox racer ready for another stylish lap through the city streets.
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What's Included
- Xbox Game Disc: Yes
- Disc Count: 1
- Manual / Instructions: Yes
- Case Artwork: Yes
- Case Type: Aftermarket replacement*
- Extras: Includes Microsoft Games Advertisement Booklet
Game Description
Street racing meets style and precision in Project Gotham Racing, a launch-era racing title that helped establish the identity of the original Xbox. Instead of simply finishing first, this innovative racer rewards players for driving with flair. Behind the wheel of real-world performance machines, players speed through detailed recreations of cities like London, San Francisco, Tokyo, and New York, mastering sharp corners and high-speed straights while earning the game’s signature Kudos points for stylish driving.
This stylish arcade racing game for the original Xbox console blends accessible controls with a unique scoring system that encourages drifting, near misses, and smooth cornering. Rather than reckless driving, the game rewards skillful control and racing finesse as players chain together stylish maneuvers to build their Kudos score. The result is a racing experience that feels fast, competitive, and deeply satisfying once players learn to drive with precision.
Developed by Bizarre Creations and published by Microsoft Game Studios, Project Gotham Racing became one of the defining racers of the early Xbox generation. The game’s Kudos system introduced a fresh twist on arcade racing and helped launch a beloved franchise that would evolve with later entries. Racing fans also remember the studio for later creating the cult favorite Blur, a stylish combat racer released years later on PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360.
Gameplay Features
- Race through real-world city environments including London, San Francisco, Tokyo, and New York.
- Earn points with the signature Kudos system for stylish driving and skillful maneuvers.
- Drift through corners, perform near-misses, and chain moves together to build massive Kudos scores.
- Drive a roster of licensed vehicles including performance cars and exotic sports models.
- Compete in multiple racing events including Street Races, Kudos Challenges, and time-based competitions.
- Master precision driving where style and control matter just as much as raw speed.
Historical Trivia or Fun Fact
Project Gotham Racing was built on the foundation of Bizarre Creations’ earlier Metropolis Street Racer for the Sega Dreamcast. The unique Kudos scoring system carried over and became the defining mechanic of the franchise. Years later, the same studio would create the visually striking arcade racer Blur, which gained a cult following among racing fans.
Additional Details
- Variant: Black Label
- Genre: Racing
- Year Released: 2001
- Publisher: Microsoft Game Studios
- Developer: Bizarre Creations
- ESRB Rating: E - Everyone
- UPC: 659556745141
- SKU: 6521
- Format: Original Xbox video game disc
- Platform: Original Xbox console (OG Xbox system)
- Region: NTSC (North America, Canada)
Important Information
- *Used cases may be replaced with a new aftermarket one if damaged. Listing above indicates if it's "OEM/Original" or "Aftermarket." Aftermarket cases typically differ in color &/or build quality from original Xbox cases. (See photos)
- Any online features (multiplayer, DLC, patches) may no longer be supported.
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- Used discs are professionally resurfaced via our commercial-grade repair system to remove scratches.
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