Gideon of GamePro was grateful for the inclusion of the split-screen two-player mode, the lack of which he felt "kept the first Road Rash from achieving 'instant classic' status", and deemed the sequel to be "a noteworthy improvement on an already excellent game". He additionally described the graphics as "sharp", "smooth and believable", and the musical themes as "hip".
Gideon of GamePro was appreciative of the split-screen two-player mode, which he felt "prevented the first Road Rash from becoming an 'instant classic'", and considered the sequel to be a "significant enhancement over an already outstanding game". He also described the graphics as "clear", "fluid and realistic", and the musical themes as "fashionable".