IHRA Drag Racing 2

 PlayStation 2
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7.2

Mixed or average reviews- based on 60 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 37 out of 60
  2. Mixed: 10 out of 60
  3. Negative: 13 out of 60
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  1. aspentitan
    Oct 15, 2020
    6
    I bought this game mainly because the title was released by Bethesda and they seem to have the best niche games. I think I outdid myself on this one because I am not a fan of drag racing but thought a Bethesda title would be a perfect entry point. I was wrong. The title is pretty early in the ps2 lifecycle and not all that great visually. Lots of options to customize your car exist but theI bought this game mainly because the title was released by Bethesda and they seem to have the best niche games. I think I outdid myself on this one because I am not a fan of drag racing but thought a Bethesda title would be a perfect entry point. I was wrong. The title is pretty early in the ps2 lifecycle and not all that great visually. Lots of options to customize your car exist but the parameters/ results of the customization seem too extreme. As expected there are lots of options for rigging your car but the experimentation is just not interesting enough for me to program my noob brain into liking drag racing. It's too difficult to become pretend immersed when some parameters launch your car to the moon in arcadelike fashion. That really was the issue if it's a sim then settings are too outlandish. A lot of die hard car fans seem to think this game rocks so I leave it to their reviews but for me, a non drag fan trying to enter the genre, the game was a no go, thus my warning rating of 6/10.… Expand
  2. KevinS
    Jan 9, 2009
    10
    absolutely the best drag racing simulator ive ever had besides the other ones from NHRA, right now currently i have a newer style mustang running 6.0's on a 10.5" wide tire on the game, cool huh, its all about combination see i actually do drag racing for real on the weekend so i know this stuff when i can basically look over all of it and build a killer combination with the enginesabsolutely the best drag racing simulator ive ever had besides the other ones from NHRA, right now currently i have a newer style mustang running 6.0's on a 10.5" wide tire on the game, cool huh, its all about combination see i actually do drag racing for real on the weekend so i know this stuff when i can basically look over all of it and build a killer combination with the engines and such, if anyone wants to know how to go fast on this game and be really consistant with your times for full tree hit me up sorgenmotorsports@yahoo.com… Expand
  3. HaydenPettie
    Mar 25, 2008
    8
    Great game as far as tuning goes ive tuned a rail car to go 4.2 seconds and 320 mph on 1/4 mile, it has 10003 hp! The actual play is not that fun tho as thier is no contest and thier is no money or anything to unlock, everything is open from the begining . If anyone knows how to tune a car to win a race when your vs. a car you have set to be a 'pro' let me know, i haven'tGreat game as far as tuning goes ive tuned a rail car to go 4.2 seconds and 320 mph on 1/4 mile, it has 10003 hp! The actual play is not that fun tho as thier is no contest and thier is no money or anything to unlock, everything is open from the begining . If anyone knows how to tune a car to win a race when your vs. a car you have set to be a 'pro' let me know, i haven't been able to beat 'em yet.… Expand
  4. BenF.
    Jul 14, 2006
    10
    Iv got my 72 chevelle to go 4.6's 10k hp and about 10.5k lbs/tq.
  5. KyleF.
    Apr 10, 2006
    9
    I've been usin' the Zenimax Dragster and I've toped out at around 330 mps... and it's got around between 10,000 - 10,059 hp and anywhere from 15,929 - 26,059 lb.s of tq. If anyone need help on settin' up their car... email me at ffasheepdog@yahoo.com or IM on yahoo messenger or aol under ffasheepdog and I'll be happy to help ya out.
  6. JOECADY
    Oct 25, 2005
    10
    I SPENT A GOOD 2 HOURS ON AVERAGE A DAY FOR OVER A YEAR TO GET WHERE I AM. I HAVE THE 96 (OR WHATEVER YEAR IT IS) MUSTANG. MY BEST TIME IS A 3.98. YES A 3.98. IT CONSITENTLY RUNS 4.0_ IF ANYBODY DOESNT BELIEVE ME, FLY ME OUT TO YOUR PLACE AND I'LL PUT SOME MONEY ON IT. I BEEN LOOKING FOR A WHILE FOR OTHER PEOPLE'S TIMES, AND I SEE A FEW HERE. I WISH THIS WAS REAL CUZI SPENT A GOOD 2 HOURS ON AVERAGE A DAY FOR OVER A YEAR TO GET WHERE I AM. I HAVE THE 96 (OR WHATEVER YEAR IT IS) MUSTANG. MY BEST TIME IS A 3.98. YES A 3.98. IT CONSITENTLY RUNS 4.0_ IF ANYBODY DOESNT BELIEVE ME, FLY ME OUT TO YOUR PLACE AND I'LL PUT SOME MONEY ON IT. I BEEN LOOKING FOR A WHILE FOR OTHER PEOPLE'S TIMES, AND I SEE A FEW HERE. I WISH THIS WAS REAL CUZ I'D BE RICH!!! I'D SET UP MILLION DOLLAR RACES WITH JOHN FORCE AND BEAT HIM BY HALF A SECOND. LOL ANYHOO BACK TO REALITY. E MAIL ME AN OFFER FOR A SET UP AND IF THE MONEY IS RIGHT I'LL GIVE IT TO YOU. JUST KIDDING HA. GOOD LUCK TURKEYS… Expand
  7. AustinK.
    Apr 24, 2005
    3
    I thought this game looked really cool but, i can't go fast. if you could email me and tell me how to go fast I would like that!
  8. Burke
    Oct 18, 2004
    9
    Any car... take a 502 chevy, make it 12 cylinders. use nitromethane @ 98%, biggest valves you can, throw a huge turbo on it, raise boost to 30psi @ intercooler efficiency 120. by then you will have reached max HP (9,999). if you go over 9,999 it will say 'invalid combo' choose the 4.41 richmond tranny, make it an auto, add a 0.83 6th gear. biggest slicks, stiff suspension withAny car... take a 502 chevy, make it 12 cylinders. use nitromethane @ 98%, biggest valves you can, throw a huge turbo on it, raise boost to 30psi @ intercooler efficiency 120. by then you will have reached max HP (9,999). if you go over 9,999 it will say 'invalid combo' choose the 4.41 richmond tranny, make it an auto, add a 0.83 6th gear. biggest slicks, stiff suspension with about 5" of travel on rear, long low wheelie bar. ive hit 5.017 and 304mph. ill hit 4s eventually.… Expand
  9. DustinM.
    Sep 12, 2004
    3
    Man, i cant figure out how to get the car to go fast at all i really need help cause this game looks fun but i cant get over 100 miles per hour in the charger. i dont know what the triple step is or when to use it someone help.
  10. BobbyY.
    Jul 14, 2004
    8
    This is game great , I like to tune all my parts. My favorite car is the 73charger, which ran a 5.32 in 1/4. It has a little more than 10,000 hps on it.
  11. JustinS.
    May 28, 2004
    9
    I ran a 5:36 with the S-10.
  12. Cale
    May 20, 2004
    7
    The best time i've yet to achieve in a 1/4 is 5.48, with the '72 chevelle...any better times out there?
  13. Nate
    May 20, 2004
    9
    I currently have a car with about 10,000 hp as well as around 10,000 fpt. But i can only get it to run mid 6's right now. Can anyone give me some info on the best transmission to use. I cannot figure out what gear ratios to use. Please email me if you can help.
  14. SaoudM.
    Apr 1, 2004
    10
    It really rocks for those who like drag racing & ihra . it's maybe hard and the controls are complicated but practice does, man.
  15. Mike
    Aug 17, 2003
    10
    Yeah i think this is the best drag racing game out there if u like a hard to play racing game like with how the people on this site cant get there car doing 243 mph but if u need help on how to do this send to southernboy3382aol.com and i will tell u how to do to get ur car up to 4060 hp well happy racing.
  16. ADRIANK.
    Aug 16, 2003
    7
    The game is hard but i have done it...
  17. MattL.
    Aug 12, 2003
    7
    I think that this is a really cool game and fun to play but I still can't figure out how to get my car going fast. Please someone email on how this game works.
  18. TankP.
    Jul 16, 2003
    10
    This is the best racing game so far.
  19. TylerH.
    Jul 11, 2003
    5
    I'm a big Drag racing Fan so I had to get this game, but it is so hard to figure out the controls and get my car racing over 80mph. Can some one please help!!!
  20. MatthewW.
    Jul 10, 2003
    10
    I love being able to modify every little part. i still am having a tough time winning. so if anyone out there has a good setup for a motor email me at chevcamaro91
  21. SpikeE.
    Jul 9, 2003
    7
    I gave this game a 7 because it has its good and bad points. First off it is VERY technical, you'd better know what a torque converter or a roll bar is. (i play lots of Nascar so im good) It is fun though to punch the gas and see flames light up under your car. Although at the end of the race there is no replay or feeling of satisfaction (oh yay! i got some more points! im ranked I gave this game a 7 because it has its good and bad points. First off it is VERY technical, you'd better know what a torque converter or a roll bar is. (i play lots of Nascar so im good) It is fun though to punch the gas and see flames light up under your car. Although at the end of the race there is no replay or feeling of satisfaction (oh yay! i got some more points! im ranked first) multiplayer makes the game better. The sound is so so, mostly just gutair solos and some other riffs. The graphics are ok but not good, this game was made in what '00? So was ok for its time. (if there was a drag racing 3 i'd like to see it with Nascar 2003-4 graphics) all and all it won't ruin your weekend. If you can help me get a fast car please e-mail me at FireRocker@aol.com i just can't seem to win!… Expand
  22. Cody
    Jul 4, 2003
    8
    This is definitely the best drag racing game that I have ever played. It is great if you already know about cars and racing.
  23. ShaneF.
    Jul 2, 2003
    8
    IF anyone has codes for ihra drag racing 2 email me @ shanef_80@hotmail.com
  24. AdolfoN.
    Jun 27, 2003
    6
    I give it a 6 because like others i can get over 100 m/ph anyone can help by telling me what to do email me at gordo688@hotmail.com
  25. Alexdd.
    Jun 26, 2003
    9
    It so cool to go so fast.
  26. MikeP.
    Jun 24, 2003
    0
    I give this game a 0. #1) I cant even get off the line and I can only get up to 80 mph tops. (Thats after I am on the track for 5 mins.) #2) The graphics are pretty bad...the flames from the fuelies are a joke and a half. If some1 could tell me how to get over 100 mph and see some action, please please please e-mail me at fast_ones_racin@hotmail.com please...thx
  27. ChrisS.
    Jun 13, 2003
    9
    This game is a good game if you know about drag racing.
  28. BrianH.
    Jun 3, 2003
    9
    The game is great, but the fastest I can get is 6 sec. Help me please! I need a 3 sec. car E-mail me how to at Bkharold1@yahoo.com
  29. J.S.
    Jun 2, 2003
    10
    If you dont like this game, then either you dont like cars, have never touched one, or are too stupid to figure it out.
  30. TeganS.
    May 27, 2003
    4
    I rate this game a 4 because I can't even drive the cars. I push on the gas and I go nowhere. The top speed I have (luckly) reached is 98 mph.
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  1. PSX Nation
    50
    A competent but no-frills rendition of a racing sport that put as much emphasis in the tweaking of the vehicle being raced as in the all-too-quick races themselves.
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