Originally released in 1992, four years after the debut of the smash-hit racing series, R.C. Pro-Am II pushed the Nintendo Entertainment System to its limits with fast-paced racing action, competitive four-player modes, upgradable vehicles, and dozens of levels featuring weapons, obstacles, and massive jumps. The faster cars and fiercer competition led Electronic Gaming Monthly magazine to name R.C. Pro-Am II the “Best Racing Game for the NES,” while Nintendo Magazine System raved that “This is the perfect vehicle for fast, four-player video game excitement.”

Re-released for the first time in thirty-three years, this collector’s cartridge will offer two versions to support region compatibility for NTSC and PAL consoles, so customers should pre-order according to their preference and choose between the Asphalt Grey cartridge in North America (NTSC) or the Raceway Grey cartridge in Europe (PAL). This release will also come with a numbered deluxe hardcover box, a detailed instruction manual, an exclusive acrylic cartridge display stand, and a set of holographic commemorative stickers. 

“Over the last forty years, Rare has used the ever-evolving hardware to consistently create some of the most inventive and exciting games of all time,” explains Andres Ordonez, Product Marketing Specialist at Retro-Bit. “We’re excited to celebrate their anniversary with collector’s editions of both R.C. Pro-Am II and Battletoads Double Dragon, two games that pushed the limits of what was possible on the Nintendo Entertainment System® and Game Boy®. These games are the best of their genre on either console and should not be held hostage behind exorbitant prices for those who wish to own a copy.”

Pre-orders for both on-time production runs of R.C. Pro-Am II and Battletoads Double Dragon are available now, individually, and will run through April 13 at both Retro-Bit’s website and participating retailers. In the United States, R.C. Pro-Am II is priced at $59.99 in North America and €69,99 in Europe, and Canadian direct customers can pre-order for $89.99. Battletoads Double Dragon on Game Boy® is priced at $44.99 in North America and €49,99 in Europe and available for Canadian direct customers for $69.99.

For more information and a list of retailers for R.C. Pro-Am II, visit: https://retro-bit.com/rcproam2/