Crash Nitro Kart

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Generally favorable reviews- based on 32 Ratings

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  • Summary: Crash hits the track in his fastest adventure yet--Crash Nitro Kart. Kidnapped by the ruthless Emperor Velo and forced to race in his galactic coliseum, Crash must race his way to victory in order to save the Earth from destruction--but it won't be easy, as he must compete against foes bothCrash hits the track in his fastest adventure yet--Crash Nitro Kart. Kidnapped by the ruthless Emperor Velo and forced to race in his galactic coliseum, Crash must race his way to victory in order to save the Earth from destruction--but it won't be easy, as he must compete against foes both old and new before a final showdown with Velo himself. Crash Nitro Kart mixes 18 rollercoaster raceways, devastating weapons, a variety of single and multiplayer modes and maps, and customizable arenas, and a cast of unique characters into a game that showcases kart-racing at its best.… Expand
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Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 14
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 14
  3. Negative: 1 out of 14
  1. GamePro
    90
    While CNK may not break new ground, it does a quality job of delivering another kart racer in Crash’s universe. It will put gamers' mettle to the test and offer hours of "wait, one more time..." gameplay.
  2. netjak
    84
    The best way for me to describe it is the same of everything you love about kart games rolled into one. There is nothing shockingly new here.
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  3. Official Xbox Magazine
    83
    What really makes Crash Nitro Kart worth playing is the solid control and innovative boost system. [Dec 2003, p.106]
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  4. Play Magazine
    67
    It's all a little generic and heavily recycled, but the powerslide system from "CTR" pulls it together. [Dec 2003, p.85]
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  5. TotalGames.net
    60
    There's just nothing new on offer to hold your interest for longer then a few races.
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  6. XboxAddict
    60
    Xbox Live or System Connect needs to be added to every game like this. There is no reason this game cant have 8 people racing at once. I think that would make the multiplayer mode more enjoyable.
  7. GameNow
    33
    First of all, there's the asinine boost system. As in the previous game, you must link powerslides to keep your boosts going, forcing you to keep your kart at a 45-degree angle during races. Blech.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 7 out of 10
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 10
  3. Negative: 0 out of 10
  1. Steyraus
    Aug 3, 2023
    10
    Awsome kart game. Not on Mario's level but much better than some tools would describe.
  2. Gamerdude05
    Mar 23, 2020
    10
    The Xbox Version was better than the GameCube version I played it when I was 13 I'm 14 and I still play it
  4. RealMonkey
    Oct 1, 2021
    10
    This game is the best kart racer ever It has support for 720p whitch is Very imperisve in 2003 the game has great graphics great voice actingThis game is the best kart racer ever It has support for 720p whitch is Very imperisve in 2003 the game has great graphics great voice acting and Extremley enjoyable its better then CTR… Expand
  5. MattW.
    Oct 22, 2005
    8
    It has some pretty good graphics and it is a good game for all ages
  6. JackB.
    Jul 10, 2007
    8
    This is just as fun as "Crash Cart Racing" and the bosses were just as fun and creative, the levels were awsome, and the cutscenes were good. This is just as fun as "Crash Cart Racing" and the bosses were just as fun and creative, the levels were awsome, and the cutscenes were good. But Although you didn't get to play as the tiger, polar bear or Dingodile, over all, it is a pretty good game.… Expand
  7. Untitled94
    Jul 15, 2021
    7
    This game is fine, but it just doesn't control as well as Crash Team Racing. It doesn't control badly, it's just not as good. It's hard toThis game is fine, but it just doesn't control as well as Crash Team Racing. It doesn't control badly, it's just not as good. It's hard to explain, but overall this game can be a fun time. It's not as good as CTR or CTR Nitro-Fueled, but it's better than any other Crash racing game.… Expand
  8. Uter
    Jan 16, 2004
    5
    It's a bit disappointing. I don't like the boost system, and you're forced to use it all the time since it's so It's a bit disappointing. I don't like the boost system, and you're forced to use it all the time since it's so challenging. The tracks are a little boring in general.… Expand

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#98 Best Xbox Game of 2003
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#70 Most Discussed Xbox Game of 2003