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Diddy Kong Racing: Gameplay, Platforms and Key Facts

Diddy Kong Racing (1997): what the game is about, platforms, developer and rating, in one evergreen guide.

By the Pop Culture Files editorial team3 min read✓ Fact-checked
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Diddy Kong Racing (1997) is a racing video game developed by Rare, available on N64. It holds an aggregated critic and player score of 65/100 on IGDB.

What is Diddy Kong Racing about?

Diddy Kong Racing is set on Timber's Island and revolves around Diddy Kong and his friends' attempt to defeat the intergalactic antagonist, a wizarding pig named Wizpig, through winning a series of races. The player can take control of any of the featured characters throughout the game. Diddy Kong Racing features five worlds with four racetracks each, and the ability to drive a car, hovercraft, or pilot an aeroplane.

Key details

Diddy Kong Racing was released in 1997 and supports single player, multiplayer, split screen. Platforms: N64. Developer: Rare.

Should you play Diddy Kong Racing?

Reviews are mixed, but Diddy Kong Racing retains a dedicated player base among racing fans.

Frequently asked questions

What kind of game is Diddy Kong Racing?

Diddy Kong Racing is a racing game by Rare, released in 1997.

What platforms is Diddy Kong Racing on?

Diddy Kong Racing is available on N64.

Is Diddy Kong Racing good?

Diddy Kong Racing has an aggregate score of 65/100 from critics and players on IGDB.

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