Crash Team Racing Nitro-Fueled is packed with nostalgic references and hidden secrets for fans to discover. Here are a few notable ones:
- Penta Penguin Cheat Code: In the original CTR, Penta Penguin was unlocked via a cheat code. Nitro-Fueled retains this tradition. On the main menu, input the following (platform specific):
- PlayStation: Hold L1 + R1, then press Down, Right, Triangle, Down, Left, Triangle, Up.
- Xbox: Hold LB + RB, then press Down, Right, Y, Down, Left, Y, Up.
- Switch: Hold L + R, then press Down, Right, X, Down, Left, X, Up.
- Hidden Character Stats: While the game shows character classes, the exact numerical stats for each character are hidden but can be found by dedicated players and online resources.
- Original CTR Music: In the options menu, you can switch between the Nitro-Fueled soundtrack and the original PlayStation soundtrack for a nostalgic experience.
- Developer Times in Time Trial: Beating Nitros Oxide's ghost times is one thing, but some tracks also have 'Developer Ghosts' which are even faster and represent the absolute peak of performance. Beating these is an extreme challenge.
- Visual References: Many tracks and battle arenas contain subtle visual references to other Crash Bandicoot games or even Spyro the Dragon, especially in the Grand Prix content. Keep an eye out for familiar faces or objects in the background.
Exploring every nook and cranny of the game, and experimenting with different settings, can reveal even more hidden gems. The developers put a lot of love into this remake, and it shows in these small details.