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The title is dead-on. If you like rock n’ roll, and you like racing, then look no further than Rock n’ Roll Racing! This high octane 16-bit gem features arcade style racing features an isometric view in the vein of Super Off Road paired with weapon based combat to help keep your opponents at bay. Comically bizarre characters and over-the-top vehicles paried with highly competitive gameplay join together to create a unique experience that’s a whole lot of fun!
Originally released for the SNES in 1993 by Silicon & Synapse (which later became Blizzard), it was quickly followed up with ports to the Sega Genesis/Mega Drive and later to the Gameboy Advance. The idea was initially conceived as a sequel to RPM Racing, which itself was a remake of Racing Destruction Set, a successful 1985 Electronic Arts title released for the Commodore 64.
One aspect that truly sets this game apart from others in the racing genre is its killer soundtrack; hence the name! With super cool 16-bit renditions of songs by Black Sabbath, Deep Purple, Judas Priest, and more, this is one game that players did not want to mute in favor of their newest CD or cassette.
Though met with mediocre reviews, it’s fair to say many gamers look back fondly on Rock n’ Roll Racing. In 2021, it was included on the The Blizzard Arcade Collection for Windows, Xbox One, Switch, and PS4, allowing legacy fans and new gamers alike to experience this one-of-a-kind racer.
