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Sega Game Gear · Racing
Out Run
| System | Sega Game Gear |
|---|---|
| Genre | Racing |
| Developer | SEGA |
| Publisher | SEGA |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | OutRun |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 5 |
Released for the Sega Game Gear, Out Run is a racing game developed by SEGA. This Game Gear release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1986.
Among the 19 Game Gear racing games in our database, it ranks #3 by legacy score.
It is part of the OutRun series; on the Game Gear you can also try OutRun Europa. The series also appears on other systems with Out Run (Master System) and Out Run 2019 (Genesis). SEGA also made Sonic Drift, Sonic Drift 2 and Crystal Warriors for the Game Gear.
Out Run 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
Maybe skip it if…
- you want a story or exploration rather than laps
What playing Out Run 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.
Out Run cheats & codes
15 codes on file (Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Timer Always "9" (Ten's Digit) | 00C1-6A09 |
|---|---|
| Timer Always "9" (One's Digit) | 00C1-6909 |
| Infinite Time | 00C1-6909 |
| Full Revs All The Time (Takes Car To 315 km/h) | 00C3-6127 |
Out Run walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Out Run.
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Playing Game Gear games today
Game Gear games are compact, colorful and closely related to the Master System library, so they are quick to dive into.
Out Run FAQ
Who made Out Run?
It was developed by SEGA.
Is Out Run multiplayer?
Yes. Out Run supports up to 2 players.
How long does Out Run take to play?
As a racing game, Out Run 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 Out Run 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.