Race Days lets the player participate in two different types of racing, Dirt Racing and 4 Wheel Drive , all on one cartridge. Dirt Racing is an overhead view with Grand Prix-style cars similar to Micro Machines on a series of courses while avoiding obstacles and taking out opponents.
Race Days also features 4 Wheel Drive , a behind-the-wheel perspective, similar to NASCAR Fast Tracks in a series of off-road courses complete with hills, bumps and sharp curves. The player is also warned of any upcoming sharp turns by arrows at the top of their windshield.
One unique feature of Race Days is that two friends can compete against each other using the GameLink cable.