{"product_id":"wave-race-64-nintendo-64-good-loose","title":"Wave Race 64 - Nintendo 64 (Good, Loose)","description":"\u003c!-- ==================== PRODUCT OVERVIEW ==================== --\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wave Race 64\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNew or Used:\u003c\/strong\u003e Used\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIn Box or Loose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Loose\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Condition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Good\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSave Battery Status*:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not Applicable – Does Not Use Battery\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNotes:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePhotos show actual product for sale — no stock images used.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- ==================== WHAT’S INCLUDED ==================== --\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eN64 Game Cartridge:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManual \/ Instructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e No\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOriginal Retail Box:\u003c\/strong\u003e No\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtras:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- ==================== GAME DESCRIPTION ==================== --\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"margin:20px 0;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eGame Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Fire up your engine, hit the throttle, and prepare to conquer the waves! \u003cstrong\u003eWave Race 64\u003c\/strong\u003e delivers an exhilarating jet ski racing experience where roaring engines, crashing surf, and unpredictable water conditions make every race a thrilling challenge. Choose from four skilled riders, including Ryota Hayami and Dave Mariner, and battle for position across beautiful coastal courses filled with sharp turns, dangerous obstacles, and towering waves. Unlike ordinary arcade racers, \u003cstrong\u003edynamic water physics and constantly shifting waves\u003c\/strong\u003e transform every lap into a test of timing, balance, and control. One perfect turn could mean victory — one missed buoy could cost you the championship!\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    From the sun-drenched shores of Sunny Beach to the icy waters of Glacier Coast, every location brings its own racing personality! Master \u003cstrong\u003enine scenic courses\u003c\/strong\u003e, including Sunset Bay, Drake Lake, Marine Fortress, and the dazzling nighttime waterways of Twilight City. Navigate colored buoys in the correct direction to maintain your speed, lean into tight corners, and adjust your watercraft's handling, acceleration, and grip to suit your racing style. Challenge the competition in \u003cstrong\u003eChampionship Mode\u003c\/strong\u003e, chase record-breaking laps in Time Trials, or tackle increasingly difficult circuits as you work toward becoming the ultimate jet ski racing champion.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Ready to trade championship pressure for some spectacular aerial tricks? Head into \u003cstrong\u003eStunt Mode\u003c\/strong\u003e to launch off ramps, perform daring acrobatics, and collect points by passing through scoring rings. Challenge a friend in exciting two-player split-screen races, fine-tune your watercraft settings, and discover how changing wave conditions can completely transform a familiar course. With responsive controls, colorful scenery, and an unforgettable announcer cheering every move, this Nintendo 64 classic makes every splash feel exciting. Developed by \u003cstrong\u003eNintendo EAD\u003c\/strong\u003e and published by Nintendo in 1996, this physical cartridge release remains a standout choice for fans of arcade racing and classic Nintendo multiplayer action.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eGameplay Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eChoose from \u003cstrong\u003efour unique jet ski racers\u003c\/strong\u003e, each offering different strengths, handling, and performance characteristics.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eRace across \u003cstrong\u003enine scenic courses\u003c\/strong\u003e, including Sunny Beach, Twilight City, Glacier Coast, and Dolphin Park.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eExperience dynamic water physics with shifting waves, changing conditions, and challenging buoy navigation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCompete in \u003cstrong\u003eChampionship, Time Trials, and Stunt Mode\u003c\/strong\u003e with multiple difficulty settings and challenges.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ePerform aerial tricks, pass through scoring rings, and master ramps to earn impressive stunt scores.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eChallenge a friend in \u003cstrong\u003etwo-player split-screen racing\u003c\/strong\u003e and customize watercraft performance settings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003chr style=\"margin:20px 0;\"\u003e\n  \n  \u003ch3\u003eNintendo 64 Controller Pak Compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eWave Race 64\u003c\/strong\u003e supports the optional \u003cstrong\u003eNintendo 64 Controller Pak (Memory Card)\u003c\/strong\u003e for copying saved race records, stunt scores, and customized watercraft settings between the game cartridge and Controller Pak. This allows players to bring their personal records and settings to another Nintendo 64 console or maintain a backup of compatible saved data. The game saves its primary progress directly to the cartridge, so a Controller Pak is \u003cstrong\u003enot required\u003c\/strong\u003e for normal gameplay or saving championship progress.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003chr style=\"margin:20px 0;\"\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eHistorical Trivia or Fun Fact\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eWave Race 64\u003c\/strong\u003e arrived in North America in November 1996, becoming one of the Nintendo 64's earliest showcases for advanced water simulation and immersive three-dimensional racing. Directed by \u003cstrong\u003eShigeru Miyamoto\u003c\/strong\u003e and developed by Nintendo EAD, the game impressed players with water that rose, fell, and reacted dynamically as jet skis carved through the surf — a remarkable technical achievement for its era. The original release also featured prominent \u003cstrong\u003eKawasaki Jet Ski branding\u003c\/strong\u003e, adding a touch of real-world racing authenticity to its colorful courses. Its memorable announcer, fluid handling, and spectacular wave effects helped establish \u003cem\u003eWave Race 64\u003c\/em\u003e as one of Nintendo's defining early 3D sports experiences.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003chr style=\"margin:20px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- ==================== ADDITIONAL DETAILS ==================== --\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eAdditional Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVariant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Standard Release\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c!-- ==================== e.g. Standard Release, Player’s Choice, NFR ==================== --\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGenre:\u003c\/strong\u003e Racing\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYear Released:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1996\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nintendo\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDeveloper:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nintendo EAD\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eESRB Rating:\u003c\/strong\u003e E - Everyone\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUPC:\u003c\/strong\u003e 045496870034\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3954\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nintendo 64 Physical Video Game Cartridge\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlatform:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nintendo 64 System (N64 Video Game Console)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e NTSC (North America, Canada)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- ==================== IMPORTANT INFORMATION ==================== --\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eImportant Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e*Save battery (if present) has been tested or replaced and is verified working at the time of listing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ePhotos show the exact item for sale — \u003cem\u003ewe never use stock images for used games\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eAll used items are cleaned, tested, and 100% guaranteed to work.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eBacked by Retro Game Fan’s 60-day warranty.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Nintendo","offers":[{"title":"peGL","offer_id":44581255413847,"sku":"3954","price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/4235\/files\/N64-Wave-Race-64-Good-Loose-1.webp?v=1793741446","url":"https:\/\/retrogamefan.com\/products\/wave-race-64-nintendo-64-good-loose","provider":"Retro Game Fan","version":"1.0","type":"link"}