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Sega Game Gear · Racing
Road Rash
| System | Sega Game Gear |
|---|---|
| Released | 1994 |
| Genre | Racing |
| Developer | Probe Software |
| Publisher | U.S. Gold |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Road Rash |
| Legacy | Deep cut |
Developed by Probe Software and published by U.S. Gold, Road Rash arrived on the Sega Game Gear in 1994 as a racing game.
It landed about 3 years into the Game Gear's life. Other notable Game Gear releases from 1994 include Sonic Drift, Sonic the Hedgehog: Triple Trouble and Shining Force: The Sword of Hajya.
It is part of the Road Rash series. The series also appears on other systems with Road Rash II (Genesis) and Road Rash 3 (Genesis). Probe Software also made Lemmings, Mortal Kombat and Mortal Kombat II for the Game Gear.
Road Rash 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 Gear hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you want a story or exploration rather than laps
What playing Road Rash 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.
Road Rash cheats & codes
32 codes on file (Game Genie, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Don't Lose Speed On Grass | 00A-C6C-E62 |
|---|---|
| Start With Very Little Bike Energy | 058-49C-916 |
| Start With Mega Bike Energy | FF8-49C-916 |
| Infinite Bike Energy | 213-054-91D |
| Biker Information Disappears | 001-24A-A2C |
| Infinite Time | 00D-B5E-E6E |
If you like Road Rash, the Matrix also picks…
Road Rash II Classic
Road Rash 3 Classic
Sonic Drift 2 Classic
Road Rash: Jailbreak Deep cut
Mario Kart DS Classic
Road Rash 64 Deep cut
Mario Kart: Super Circuit Classic
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.
Road Rash FAQ
When did Road Rash come out on the Game Gear?
Road Rash was released for the Sega Game Gear in 1994.
Who made Road Rash?
It was developed by Probe Software and published by U.S. Gold.
Is Road Rash multiplayer?
Yes. Road Rash supports up to 2 players.
How long does Road Rash take to play?
As a racing game, Road Rash 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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