Product Overview
- Product Name: Arctic Thunder
- New or Used: Used
- In Case or Loose: In Case
- Overall Condition: Very Good
- Disc Condition: No scratches / Scratch free
- Notes: Midway’s Arctic Thunder is complete in the original OEM Xbox case with sharp artwork and manual included; the disc remains clean, scratch-free, and fully tested. A well-presented copy ready for your next high-speed snow run.
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What's Included
- Xbox Game Disc: Yes
- Disc Count: 1
- Manual / Instructions: Yes
- Case Artwork: Yes
- Case Type: OEM/Original*
- Extras: Includes Registration Card
Game Description
Snowstorms, frozen rivers, and roaring engines define the over-the-top action of Arctic Thunder, an arcade racing spectacle released for the Xbox console. Inspired by Midway’s long-running Thunder series, this high-speed snowmobile racer throws players onto wild frozen tracks packed with shortcuts, ramps, and explosive obstacles. Racers blast across icy canyons and snow-covered villages while weaving past hazards and rival riders, capturing the chaotic, high-energy spirit that made arcade machines like Hydro Thunder and Offroad Thunder famous.
As a fast-paced arcade racing game for Xbox, Arctic Thunder focuses on pure momentum and spectacular stunt-driven competition rather than strict realism. Players race powerful snowmobiles across imaginative winter environments while discovering hidden routes and airborne jumps that reward daring driving. This physical release stands as a memorable entry in Midway’s Thunder franchise lineage, delivering the same explosive racing formula that helped titles like Hydro Thunder become arcade legends during the late 1990s and early 2000s.
Gameplay Features
- Race powerful snowmobiles across frozen lakes, icy mountain passes, and snow-packed canyon tracks.
- Launch off massive ramps and terrain bumps to maintain momentum and overtake rivals mid-race.
- Discover hidden shortcuts tucked into snow tunnels, frozen caverns, and alternate track paths.
- Master arcade-style handling that rewards aggressive acceleration and quick reflex steering.
- Compete across imaginative winter environments packed with dynamic obstacles and scenic hazards.
Historical Trivia or Fun Fact
Arctic Thunder arrived in 2001 as part of Midway’s celebrated Thunder racing lineage, a series that began with the hugely popular arcade hit Hydro Thunder in 1999. Rather than focusing on boats or off-road trucks like its predecessors, this installment shifted the formula to snowmobiles while retaining the same explosive arcade pacing and dramatic track design. The game helped carry Midway’s signature arcade racing style into the early Xbox era, standing alongside other console adaptations that captured the spirit of late-90s arcade competition.
Additional Details
- Variant: Black Label
- Genre: Racing
- Year Released: 2001
- Publisher: Midway Games
- Developer: Inland Productions
- ESRB Rating: T - Teen
- UPC: 031719300020
- SKU: 6066
- 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.
- Photos show the exact item for sale — we never use stock images for used games.
- Used discs are professionally resurfaced via our commercial-grade repair system to remove scratches.
- All used items are cleaned, tested, and 100% guaranteed to work.
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