[3] One of the last racing simulations to be released for Nintendo 64, this graphically intensive title uses custom microcode optimization and high polygon count modelling.

Although World Driver Championship received generally positive reviews from critics,[4] it suffered from intense competition at the time.

While the game was an improvement in nearly every way compared to Boss's similar earlier effort, Top Gear Rally, it was up against the impressive new Gran Turismo series and other new racers.

Complaints included a somewhat unconvincing driving physics model, non-licensed cars, and poor sound effects and music quality.

Next Generation praised the graphics, gameplay, cars, and tracks, but noted that due to its driving physics model the game will be difficult to master for arcade racing fans.