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Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Racing
Hard Drivin'
Deep cut
| System | Sega Genesis / Mega Drive |
|---|---|
| Genre | Racing |
| Developer | Tengen |
| Publisher | Atari |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 4 |
Hard Drivin' is a racing game released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive, developed by Tengen and published by Atari.
Among the 45 Genesis racing games in our database, it ranks #24 by legacy score.
Tengen also made Klax, Rampart and Dragon's Revenge for the Genesis.
Hard Drivin' 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 Hard Drivin' 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.
Hard Drivin' cheats & codes
2 codes on file (Action Replay, Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Unlimited Time | FF567E:0059 |
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Hard Drivin' walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Hard Drivin'.
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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.
Hard Drivin' FAQ
Who made Hard Drivin'?
It was developed by Tengen and published by Atari.
Is Hard Drivin' multiplayer?
No. Hard Drivin' is a single-player game.
How long does Hard Drivin' take to play?
As a racing game, Hard Drivin' 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 Hard Drivin' 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.