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ESPN SpeedWorld
Deep cut
| System | Sega Genesis / Mega Drive |
|---|---|
| Released | 1994 |
| Genre | Racing |
| Developer | Park Place Productions |
| Publisher | Sony Imagesoft |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 4 |
Developed by Park Place Productions and published by Sony Imagesoft, ESPN SpeedWorld arrived on the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1994 as a racing game.
It landed about 5 years into the Genesis's life. Other notable Genesis releases from 1994 include Sonic the Hedgehog 3, Mortal Kombat II and FIFA International Soccer. Among the 45 Genesis racing games in our database, it ranks #19 by legacy score.
Park Place Productions also made NHLPA Hockey '93, ESPN Baseball Tonight and John Madden Football for the Genesis.
ESPN SpeedWorld 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 Genesis hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you want a story or exploration rather than laps
What playing ESPN SpeedWorld 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.
ESPN SpeedWorld cheats & codes
2 codes on file (Action Replay, Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| P1's Car Goes At Insane Speeds | FF0D8B:63 |
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ESPN SpeedWorld walkthroughs & guides
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Playing Genesis games today
Genesis games are fast and immediate, and many are made for two players. Official collections and Nintendo Switch Online carry a big slice of the library, and Rec0m88 can run your own Genesis backups with online netplay.
ESPN SpeedWorld FAQ
When did ESPN SpeedWorld come out on the Genesis?
ESPN SpeedWorld was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1994.
Who made ESPN SpeedWorld?
It was developed by Park Place Productions and published by Sony Imagesoft.
Is ESPN SpeedWorld multiplayer?
Yes. ESPN SpeedWorld supports up to 2 players.
How long does ESPN SpeedWorld take to play?
As a racing game, ESPN SpeedWorld 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 ESPN SpeedWorld 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.