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3.7 / 5

102 votes

Platform
Nintendo 64
Genres
Racing · Sports · Arcade
Player Perspective
Third person
Developers
Acclaim Studios London
Publishers
Acclaim Entertainment · We Go Interactive Co. Ltd · Big Bit Ltd · H2 Interactive Co., Ltd. · Tsunami Visual Technologies
Release date
August 18, 1999

Summary

Re‑Volt lets you pick from 28 tiny radio‑controlled cars and race them through 13 wildly imaginative tracks that feel like oversized versions of everyday places – think museums, supermarkets, construction sites and even a suburban street. The tracks are grouped into four Cups, each unlocking new cars and secret stars when you finish in the top three or collect hidden items, and the game throws in a handful of weapons so you can nudge rivals off the road.

Beyond the standard single‑race, the title offers a Championship mode that tallies points over four races, a Time Trial for perfect laps, a free‑roam Practice stage, a Stunt Arena packed with ramps and a half‑pipe, a multiplayer‑only Battle Tag where a hidden star triggers a countdown, and the chaotic Clockwork Carnage featuring 30 wind‑up cars at once. The physics feel surprisingly realistic for an arcade racer, and the bright, colorful visuals still hold up.

Multiplayer works locally for up to four players and even supports online play, making it a solid pick for casual get‑togethers or competitive sessions. Reviews were mixed – the N64 version scored around 62‑73% and drew criticism for frame‑rate issues and large arenas, but many praised its quirky charm and fun factor for fans of RC‑style racing.

Storyline

Re-Volt follows the mischievous Toy‑Volt brand, a company that once dominated the market with its children’s games and remote‑control toys. After years of success, the toys inexplicably develop their own consciousness. They break free from the store shelves that once held them captive and spill into the real world. Once outside, the RC cars revel in their newfound freedom, causing chaos wherever they race. The game’s premise centers on these rebellious Toy‑Volt cars that have literally Re‑Volted.

Edited by Maya Carter

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Multiplayer

Multiplayer setup
Split Screen

Alternative Titles

  • RVGL Short
  • revolt.exe Windows
  • ReVolt Alternative
  • Re-Volt OpenGL Alternative