Shutokou Battle 01 refines the formula with Osaka and more cars. Deep tuning, an ascension story and Bosozoku vibe. A treat for fans of Japanese tuner culture.
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Racing2 players7+
Split screen
Description
A Genki and Crave racer released in 2003, the original Japanese edition of Tokyo Xtreme Racer Zero (Shutokou Battle 01). A direct sequel to Shutokou Battle 0 with expanded Tokyo highways (Wangan, Yokohama, Osaka), new Wanderer rival duels and 590 customizable cars. Considered the franchise peak on PS2. Original Japanese edition.
Complete: box, manual and disc/cart very clean. Lightly handled.
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Collector interest
A nighttime urban-highway racer by Genki, the Shutokou Battle series known in the West as Tokyo Xtreme Racer, built on attrition duels between rival drivers. Its interest lies in the niche aura of this very Japanese racing formula and its original edition rather than scarcity. A piece sought by fans of urban racing and tuning from the PS2 era.
Is Shutokou Battle 01 still worth playing in 2026?
A Genki sequel known in the West as Tokyo Xtreme Racer 3, Shutokou Battle 01 widens the urban highway network, enriches the gallery of rivals and deepens the mechanical and cosmetic customisation of the cars. The nighttime life gauge duel system gains variety and the neon mood stays spellbinding. The repetition of the clashes and a sometimes slow pace remain. A good game for fans of Japanese urban racing, deep tuning and addictive nighttime duels on PS2.
