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Dead Heat Scramble
Deep cut
| System | Game Boy |
|---|---|
| Released | 1990 |
| Genre | Racing |
| Developer | Copya System Ltd. |
| Publisher | Electro Brain Corp. |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 2 |
Released for the Game Boy in 1990, Dead Heat Scramble is a racing game developed by Copya System Ltd. and published by Electro Brain Corp..
It came out in the Game Boy's second year on the market. Other notable Game Boy releases from 1990 include DuckTales, The Final Fantasy Legend and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Fall of the Foot Clan. Among the 29 Game Boy racing games in our database, it ranks #7 by legacy score.
Copya System Ltd. also made Popeye 2 and Bionic Battler for the Game Boy.
Dead Heat Scramble supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
Pick it if…
- you want to race and compete
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you have a friend to play against
- you've played the Game Boy hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you want a story or exploration rather than laps
What playing Dead Heat Scramble is like
Racing games range from realistic driving to kart racers with weapons and shortcuts. Races are short, making them great for quick sessions and split-screen rivalries.
Tip for newcomers: Learn each track's racing line and braking points; in kart racers, item strategy matters as much as driving.
Dead Heat Scramble cheats & codes
21 codes on file (Game Genie, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Infinite Time | 004-05F-19E |
|---|---|
| Start On Stage 2 | 02B-0C8-E6E |
| Start On Stage 3 | 03B-0C8-E6E |
| Start On Stage 4 | 04B-0C8-E6E |
| Start On Stage 5 | 05B-0C8-E6E |
| Start On Stage 6 | 06B-0C8-E6E |
Dead Heat Scramble walkthroughs & guides
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Playing Game Boy games today
Game Boy games were designed for short bursts on the go, which makes them ideal for a coffee break today. Many are available through Nintendo Switch Online, and original carts play on any later Game Boy model.
Dead Heat Scramble FAQ
When did Dead Heat Scramble come out on the Game Boy?
Dead Heat Scramble was released for the Game Boy in 1990.
Who made Dead Heat Scramble?
It was developed by Copya System Ltd. and published by Electro Brain Corp..
Is Dead Heat Scramble multiplayer?
Yes. Dead Heat Scramble supports up to 2 players.
How long does Dead Heat Scramble take to play?
As a racing game, Dead Heat Scramble typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Dead Heat Scramble on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.