Star Wars Episode I Racer is a racing video game for the Sega Dreamcast based on the pod racing scene from the 1999 film Star Wars Episode I The Phantom Menace. Players can choose from over 20 characters, including Anakin Skywalker, and race high-speed pod racers on more than 21 tracks across 8 worlds, avoiding obstacles such as methane lakes and meteor showers. It features both single-player and split-screen multiplayer modes.
Star Wars: Episode 1 - Racer lets you participate in the famous pod race sequence that was the critical highlight of the film Star Wars: Episode I, The Phantom Menace back in 1999.
Take the controls as Jedi-to-be Anakin Skywalker or any one of over 20 pod racers. These lightning-quick vehicles are capable of reaching simulated speeds of up to 600 miles per hour while skimming a mere 4 feet above the ground. Feel the full-force blast while avoiding hazards such as methane lakes, meteor showers, and the notorious Tusken Raiders. You can race alone or against a friend in split-screen mode on more than 21 courses that span over 8 different worlds. This level of customization adds excellent replay value.