F-1 Hero MD Game Boy box art

Game Boy · Racing

F-1 Hero MD

Deep cut

SystemGame Boy
GenreRacing
DeveloperSystem 3 Software
PublisherAcclaim
Players1–4 players
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
ESRBNOT RATED
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 2

F-1 Hero MD is a racing game released for the Game Boy, developed by System 3 Software and published by Acclaim. Depending on the region, you may also know it as Ferrari Grand Prix Challenge.

Among the 29 Game Boy racing games in our database, it ranks #10 by legacy score.

F-1 Hero MD supports up to 4 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 F-1 Hero MD 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.

F-1 Hero MD gameplay screenshot on Game Boy
In-game screenshot (Game Boy)

F-1 Hero MD cheats & codes

12 codes on file (Game Genie, GameShark, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:

Don't Lose Speed When Touching Side Of Track In Qualifying Round Or Race004-58C-19E
When You Crash With Another Car, Your Speed Won't Drop To 0000-22C-C49
No Qualifying Timer00A-39B-E6E 00A-1AB-E6E

See all F-1 Hero MD cheats

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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.

F-1 Hero MD FAQ

Who made F-1 Hero MD?

It was developed by System 3 Software and published by Acclaim.

Is F-1 Hero MD multiplayer?

Yes. F-1 Hero MD supports up to 4 players.

How long does F-1 Hero MD take to play?

As a racing game, F-1 Hero MD 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 F-1 Hero MD 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.

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