F1: World Championship Edition Game Gear box art

Sega Game Gear · Racing

F1: World Championship Edition

SystemSega Game Gear
Released1995
GenreRacing
DeveloperPeakstar Software
PublisherDomark
Players1 player
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
ESRBE
LegacyDeep cut

F1: World Championship Edition is a racing game released in 1995 for the Sega Game Gear, developed by Peakstar Software and published by Domark.

It landed about 4 years into the Game Gear's life. Other notable Game Gear releases from 1995 include Tails Adventure, Sonic Drift 2 and Sonic Labyrinth.

This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.

Pick it if…

  • you want to race and compete
  • you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
  • you've played the Game Gear hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you want a story or exploration rather than laps
  • you are looking for something to play with friends

What playing F1: World Championship Edition 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.

F1: World Championship Edition gameplay screenshot on Game Gear
In-game screenshot (Game Gear)

F1: World Championship Edition cheats & codes

6 codes on file (Other codes). Here are a few Other codes codes to start with:

Speed Modifier00DC-0B00
Don't Slow Down As Much From Hitting Other Cars7E3-C7B-3B7
Hitting Signs Does Not Stop YouC95-324-C49
Freeze Lap Timer7ED-034-3B7
Freeze Lap Timer00C0-F000
Travel At Max Speed Without Pressing The Gas00B-E1C-E66 FFB-E3C-E6A FFB-E4C-E6A

See all F1: World Championship Edition cheats

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F1: World Championship Edition FAQ

When did F1: World Championship Edition come out on the Game Gear?

F1: World Championship Edition was released for the Sega Game Gear in 1995.

Who made F1: World Championship Edition?

It was developed by Peakstar Software and published by Domark.

Is F1: World Championship Edition multiplayer?

No. F1: World Championship Edition is a single-player game.

How long does F1: World Championship Edition take to play?

As a racing game, F1: World Championship Edition 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.

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