Gunship Genesis box art

Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Racing

Gunship

SystemSega Genesis / Mega Drive
Released1994
GenreRacing
DeveloperU.S. Gold
PublisherProbe Software
Players1 player
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 1

Developed by U.S. Gold and published by Probe Software, Gunship 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.

U.S. Gold also made Flashback, Winter Olympics and Olympic Gold for the Genesis.

Gunship is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.

Pick it if…

  • you want to race and compete
  • you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
  • you've played the Genesis hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you want a story or exploration rather than laps
  • you are looking for something to play with friends

What playing Gunship 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.

Gunship gameplay screenshot on Genesis
In-game screenshot (Genesis)

Gunship cheats & codes

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

Infinite FuelFFBD1C:99
Infinite HealthFFBD1B:45

See all Gunship cheats

Gunship 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.

Gunship FAQ

When did Gunship come out on the Genesis?

Gunship was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1994.

Who made Gunship?

It was developed by U.S. Gold and published by Probe Software.

Is Gunship multiplayer?

No. Gunship is a single-player game.

How long does Gunship take to play?

As a racing game, Gunship 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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