Wipeout 64 is a fast-paced, futuristic anti-gravity racing game released in 1998 for the Nintendo 64. Developed by Psygnosis, the game brings the intense, weapon-heavy racing of the Wipeout series to the N64. Players pilot sleek hovercrafts across winding tracks with jumps, loops, and speed pads, all set to a pulsing techno soundtrack. Alongside the standard championship circuits, it features a unique Challenge mode and supports up to four players in split-screen multiplayer.
How to Play
Your objective is to finish in first place by mastering track layouts and effectively using offensive and defensive weapons picked up along the way. For Nintendo 64 in the browser, the default controls typically map the analog stick to the arrow keys, the A button (accelerate) to X, and the B button (fire weapon) to C. The shoulder buttons and Z trigger, which are essential for airbraking around tight corners, are usually mapped to A, S, Q, or W. Press Enter for Start.
Tips
- Master the airbrakes: Relying solely on standard steering won’t be enough on later tracks. Use the left and right airbrakes to take sharp corners smoothly.
- Know your weapons: Don’t waste homing missiles or quakes if you are in first place; save mines and shields to defend against opponents attacking from behind.
- Hit the speed pads: Memorize the locations of the glowing chevron pads on the track. Hitting them consistently is crucial for staying ahead of the aggressive AI.
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