Mega Games 3 Genesis box art

Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Racing

Mega Games 3

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

Mega Games 3 is a racing game released in 1993 for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive, developed by SEGA.

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.

SEGA also made Sonic the Hedgehog, Sonic the Hedgehog 2 and Tetris for the Genesis.

Mega Games 3 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 Mega Games 3 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.

Mega Games 3 gameplay screenshot on Genesis
In-game screenshot (Genesis)

Mega Games 3 cheats & codes

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

Master CodeEABT-AA4W
Special Attack Uses No EnergyAB8B-AAGG
Special Attack Uses 1/2 As Much EnergyAB8B-ANGG
Normal Attacks Use No EnergyR1EB-A6ZW
Normal Attacks Gain Energy Instead Of Losing ItP1EB-BDZW
Start With Maximum EnergyAA4B-BB8R

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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.

Mega Games 3 FAQ

When did Mega Games 3 come out on the Genesis?

Mega Games 3 was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1993.

Who made Mega Games 3?

It was developed by SEGA.

Is Mega Games 3 multiplayer?

Yes. Mega Games 3 supports up to 2 players.

How long does Mega Games 3 take to play?

As a racing game, Mega Games 3 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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