World Derby Game Gear box art

Sega Game Gear · Sports

World Derby

SystemSega Game Gear
Released1994
GenreSports
DeveloperCSK Research Institute Corp.
PublisherCSK Research Institute Corp.
Players1–4 players
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyDeep cut

Developed by CSK Research Institute Corp., World Derby arrived on the Sega Game Gear in 1994 as a sports 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.

World Derby 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 Gear hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you need current teams and rosters

What playing World Derby is like

Sports games bring football, baseball, hockey, golf, tennis, wrestling and more to the console, from simulation-style management to over-the-top arcade action.

Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.

World Derby gameplay screenshot on Game Gear
In-game screenshot (Game Gear)

World Derby cheats & codes

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

Sound Test008-989-F7E

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World Derby FAQ

When did World Derby come out on the Game Gear?

World Derby was released for the Sega Game Gear in 1994.

Who made World Derby?

It was developed by CSK Research Institute Corp..

Is World Derby multiplayer?

Yes. World Derby supports up to 4 players.

How long does World Derby take to play?

As a sports game, World Derby 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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