Double Axle (US)
ARCADE

Double Axle (US)

Released in 1991 by Japanese gaming giant Taito, Double Axle (US) is a high-octane off-road arcade racing title centered on the high-adrenaline world of monster truck competitions. Built for dedicated arcade cabinets with immersive force feedback steering wheels, responsive gas and brake pedals, and a physical gear shift lever, the US version of Double Axle was tuned specifically for Western audiences with faster opponent AI, higher top speeds, and more dynamic crash physics compared to its Japanese regional counterpart. Players take the wheel of the titular Double Axle, a custom 1,500 horsepower monster truck built to tackle every type of rough terrain you can throw at it. The core game loop pits you against seven rival monster truck drivers across three distinct event types: cross-country circuit races through desert and forest tracks, timed car crush challenges where you earn points by smashing through rows of junked passenger cars, and bog races that test your ability to navigate d

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Save states supported
Works on mobile & desktop

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How to Play Double Axle (US)

Move
WASD
ABAction
JK
XYShoulder
L;
STStart/Select
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Save & Load States

  • F2Press F2 to save your current game state at any time.
  • F4Press F4 to load your last saved state.
  • F3Use F3 to switch between save slots.

Save states are stored locally in your browser. They persist across sessions but are cleared if you clear browser data.

Customize Controls

Click the gear icon on the emulator toolbar → "Controls" to remap keys.

Move
WASD
Action
JK|L;
System
2 Start1 Select
Save
F2SaveF4LoadF3Slot

Default layout for ARCADE. Remap in emulator settings.

About Double Axle (US)

Double Axle (US) is a classic ARCADE game you can play online for free in your browser. No download or installation is required — click "Play Now" to start instantly. Relive the experience of vintage console gaming with authentic gameplay, right in your browser on any device.

This title is part of the PLAYERETRO game collection, which features over 1000 classic titles across multiple systems. Use the keyboard controls shown above to move and interact. Save your progress with save states and enjoy Double Axle (US) anytime, anywhere.

Play Double Axle (US), the iconic 1991 Taito arcade monster truck racing game, for free online at PLAYERETRO. Compete in cross-country races, car crush challenges and bog races to claim the monster tr

Game Guide

Mastering Double Axle (US) requires a mix of smart driving strategy, resource management, and quick reflexes, so follow these tips to dominate every event and unlock the secret final championship. First, familiarize yourself with the core controls: use the steering wheel to navigate tight turns, switch between low and high gear with the physical shift lever, reserve the nitro boost for high-impact moments, and use the brake sparingly to avoid losing speed unnecessarily. For cross-country circuit races: always use low gear for sharp hairpin turns, rocky terrain, and steep hills to maintain traction, and shift to high gear only on long, clear straightaways. Do not waste nitro on the first two laps of the race; save all your boost for the final 30 seconds of the last lap, when rival AI drivers will use their own nitro to try and overtake you. If an opponent tries to ram you off the track, nudge their front bumper with the rear of your truck to send them spinning into track barriers. For car crush challenges: drive in a slow, steady zig-zag pattern across the field of junk cars to hit as many vehicles as possible, and prioritize the brightly colored bonus vans scattered across the course to earn extra time and 2x point multipliers. For bog races: the most common mistake new players make is accelerating at full speed through deep mud, which will stall your truck instantly. Use low gear exclusively through bog sections, stick to the lighter brown, shallower mud patches where possible, and if you do get stuck, tap the gas and brake pedals in quick succession to free yourself without wasting nitro. Once you beat all three core events, you will unlock the secret championship race against the Super Axle, the game’s hidden final boss truck. For this race, make sure you have purchased all possible engine and tire upgrades before starting, and save every single nitro canister for the final 10 seconds of the race, when the Super Axle will use its unlimited boost to try and pull a