Super Monaco GP Game Gear box art

Sega Game Gear · Racing

Super Monaco GP

SystemSega Game Gear
Released1990
GenreRacing
DeveloperSEGA
PublisherSEGA
Players1–2 players
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
SeriesMonaco GP
ESRBKA
LegacyDeep cut

Developed by SEGA, Super Monaco GP arrived on the Sega Game Gear in 1990 as a racing game.

It belongs to the Game Gear's earliest wave of games. Other notable Game Gear releases from 1990 include Columns and Boxxle.

It is part of the Monaco GP series; on the Game Gear you can also try Ayrton Senna's Super Monaco GP II. SEGA also made Sonic Drift, Sonic Drift 2 and Crystal Warriors for the Game Gear.

Super Monaco GP 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 Super Monaco GP 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.

Super Monaco GP gameplay screenshot on Game Gear
In-game screenshot (Game Gear)

Super Monaco GP cheats & codes

11 codes on file (Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:

Low Lap Timer (Seconds)00C3-6C00
FAKE Speed Modifier00D7-AAXX
Warp Speed Ahead, Cap'n!00C3-0B0F
Infinite Time (Red Timer)00C3-6299

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Super Monaco GP FAQ

When did Super Monaco GP come out on the Game Gear?

Super Monaco GP was released for the Sega Game Gear in 1990.

Who made Super Monaco GP?

It was developed by SEGA.

Is Super Monaco GP multiplayer?

Yes. Super Monaco GP supports up to 2 players.

How long does Super Monaco GP take to play?

As a racing game, Super Monaco GP 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.

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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