6 reviews
Sales Rank: 10490

Platform: Nintendo 64
ESRB: Everyone
Media: Game Cartridge
Edition: Standard
Operating System: Nintendo 64
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.6
Dimensions (in): 7 x 4.9 x 1.3

MPN: 14022
UPC: 014633140224
EAN: 0014633140224
ASIN: B000034DJA

Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days

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Editorial Reviews:

Editorial Review
Fully loaded with all the authentic features that EA Sports titles are known for, this title is geared to be a NASCAR fan's dream ride. Forty NASCAR drivers and cars and 18 licensed tracks straight out of the 1999 NASCAR season are represented here, along with "live" commentary by famous auto-racing announcers and audio assistance from a crew chief and spotter.

In addition to solid controls, NASCAR 2000 sports some impressive collision and damage effects, and makes up for its lack of car modifications by allowing players to change the game's "NASCAR options" to make the gameplay more real or less real. (Regardless of which way you like it, a rumble pack is strongly recommended.) Provided they're not deterred by the limited diversity in the courses--NASCAR tracks are almost exclusively oval-shaped--non-NASCAR fans will find this to be a decent racing game.

Those familiar with the Nintendo 64 version of NASCAR 99 should note that the 2000 edition is virtually the same game. While the PlayStation version introduces several new features--such as "Fantasy Road Courses" to liven up the endless left turns of "official" tracks--the only significant changes here are updated NASCAR statistics and one new track. --Joe Hon

Pros:

Solid controls
Impressive collision and damage effects
Gameplay can be modified to be more real or less real

Cons:

Bland graphics
Little variety in tracks, which tend to be ovals
Limited number of opponents in 2-player mode
Virtually the same game as its predecessor, NASCAR 99

Customer Reviews: Read 1 more reviews...

4 out of 5 stars

Good Game May 23, 2003
1 out of 1 found this review helpful

A good buy for NASCAR fans. Has a great selection of drivers, from Jeff Gordon to Cale Yarbarough (Cale must be unlocked). The game doesn't have the daytona track and the season is kinda short. You can race anywhere from 3% of a race to 100% of a race. 40 cars in all (including the hidden ones). I had high expectations about this game, and NASCAR 2000 met my expectations.

5 out of 5 stars

One Of The Best Stock Car Racing Games For N-64 November 13, 2001
3 out of 3 found this review helpful

This is one of the best NASCAR games that I've ever played. I've played NASCAR 98',99',00', 01' and NASCAR Heat. So if your holiday shopping for a NASCAR or video game fan whatever the case may be this is a best bet.

3 out of 5 stars

Not what I would expect from a racing game. February 10, 2001
4 out of 4 found this review helpful

After renting this game, I was very dissapointed of it's overall game play. I found the graphics were nothing spiecial, the game was just plain-out boring, with no (big jumps) found in the rush series or the garaphics found in World Driver Championship, which I didn't expect in a stock car racer, but they could have made it a little more interesting with bigger crashes and maybe some better music. If you really want a racer I wouldn't recomend a stock car racer and if you really want one, rent it first.

3 out of 5 stars

Disappointing May 10, 2000
7 out of 7 found this review helpful

I expected much better out of EA Sports (and I haven't even played the 99 version), especially since this is a brand new game. First, it doesn't make sure of the expansion pak so the graphics leave something to be desired.

That aside, game play isn't very exciting. Even in the most difficult mode ("simulation"), the cars are relatively easy to control and still feel very arcade-like. There are very few car setup options and not much you can do during pit stops. The commentary isn't very exciting and quickly gets repetitive. If you are looking for a Nascar racing simulation (or anything close), this isn't it. At best, this is an advanced arcade game.

Navigating the game's menus is also difficult. There is no way to save your settings for the game. So, for example, if you like a particular camera angle you will be try to switch to this and drive at the start of a race. There is also no way to customize your controller. Several predefined configurations are offered, but no customer configuration is possible.

That said, there are a couple of good points. Some of the smoke effects during the game are pretty good. The AI and physics also seem decent.

Overall, I give this one 3 stars because I have had some fun playing it. However, after spending a lot of time with other EA games such as Supercross 2000 and NHL 99 I expected much more out of the game.

1 out of 5 stars Rentals only. May 8, 2000
4 out of 4 found this review helpful

This game is fun for a while, but what it seems like is PlayStation graphics slapped onto an N64 GamePak. I would only rent this for a weekend, for it will collect dust in your closet before you know you've wasted over $40. If you've ever tried Sierra Sports' Nascar Racing 1999 Edition, this only has a little arcade touch to it. Also, the voice commentary of Bob Jenkins and Benny Parsons matches that of NASCAR Revolution. It only says something like your lap was faster, ouch, or "What a day for racing." You mean what a boring game, Benny?