Formula One Genesis box art

Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Sports

Formula One

SystemSega Genesis / Mega Drive
Released1993
GenreSports
DeveloperDomark
PublisherLankhor
Players1–2 players
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyDeep cut

Developed by Domark and published by Lankhor, Formula One arrived on the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1993 as a sports game.

It landed about 4 years into the Genesis's life. Other notable Genesis releases from 1993 include Mortal Kombat, Flashback and Sonic the Hedgehog Spinball.

Domark also made Prince of Persia, James Bond 007: The Duel and F1 for the Genesis.

Formula One 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 need current teams and rosters

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Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.

Formula One gameplay screenshot on Genesis
In-game screenshot (Genesis)

Formula One cheats & codes

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

Pit crew time is 0AA9T-6A8A
Pit crew time is 2x normalJA9T-7EZ4
Pit crew time is 1/2x normalJA9T-7TZ4
Pit crew time is 1/4x normalJA9T-7AZ4
Tires don't wear out from normal drivingAJ5A-6A2N
No Tire Wear from bumping some cars & some rough drivingABBT-6AD0

See all Formula One cheats

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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.

Formula One FAQ

When did Formula One come out on the Genesis?

Formula One was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1993.

Who made Formula One?

It was developed by Domark and published by Lankhor.

Is Formula One multiplayer?

Yes. Formula One supports up to 2 players.

How long does Formula One take to play?

As a sports game, Formula One 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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