Documented for this version
Which controls does this version use?
Actions
Analog Stick Left/Right | Steer |
|---|---|
A | Accelerate |
B | Brake or reverse |
Start | Pause |
Control notes
Controls are listed for the Nintendo 64 version.
How it plays
How does Ridge Racer 64 play?
Races are viewed from behind the car, with optional camera perspectives. The objective is to finish ahead of the field on closed circuits while managing corners, acceleration, and drifting.
Players progress through events that unlock faster cars and additional courses. Solo play includes championship-style competition and time-focused challenges, while multiplayer supports split-screen races. Drifting around corners is central to maintaining speed and taking efficient lines.
Plan your run
What is the best way to play Ridge Racer 64?
Brake briefly before tight corners, then steer into the turn and accelerate smoothly to begin a controlled drift. Avoid holding excessive steering, since a wide slide costs more time than a clean racing line.
Learn each course’s braking points and use the fastest car only after becoming comfortable with its handling. In multiplayer, defending the inside line is often safer than attempting a risky overtake on the outside.
Before you begin
What should you know before playing?
- 1
Use short braking inputs rather than staying on the brake through an entire corner.
- 2
Practice tracks in time-focused events to learn turns and shortcuts.
- 3
Choose a car whose acceleration and handling match the circuit.
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