Micro Machines: Turbo Tournament '96 Genesis box art

Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Racing

Micro Machines: Turbo Tournament '96

SystemSega Genesis / Mega Drive
Released1995
GenreRacing
DeveloperSupersonic Software
PublisherCodemasters
Players1–8 players
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
SeriesMicroMachines
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 1

Released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1995, Micro Machines: Turbo Tournament '96 is a racing game developed by Supersonic Software and published by Codemasters.

It landed about 6 years into the Genesis's life. Other notable Genesis releases from 1995 include Mortal Kombat 3, Comix Zone and Ristar.

It is part of the MicroMachines series; on the Genesis you can also try Micro Machines 2: Turbo Tournament, Micro Machines: Military and Micro Machines. The series also appears on other systems with Micro Machines (NES) and Micro Machines (SNES).

Micro Machines: Turbo Tournament '96 supports up to 8 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 Micro Machines: Turbo Tournament '96 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.

Micro Machines: Turbo Tournament '96 gameplay screenshot on Genesis
In-game screenshot (Genesis)

Micro Machines: Turbo Tournament '96 cheats & codes

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

Infinite Time (Minutes)FFD634:00
Infinite Time (Seconds)FFD636:00
0 Laps Remaining P1FFD165:00
All Computer-Controlled Racers Drive Against WallsFFD0C1:09
Blue Car DirectionFFD059:XX
Yellow Car DirectionFFD05B:XX

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Micro Machines: Turbo Tournament '96 walkthroughs & guides

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Micro Machines: Turbo Tournament '96 FAQ

When did Micro Machines: Turbo Tournament '96 come out on the Genesis?

Micro Machines: Turbo Tournament '96 was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1995.

Who made Micro Machines: Turbo Tournament '96?

It was developed by Supersonic Software and published by Codemasters.

Is Micro Machines: Turbo Tournament '96 multiplayer?

Yes. Micro Machines: Turbo Tournament '96 supports up to 8 players.

How long does Micro Machines: Turbo Tournament '96 take to play?

As a racing game, Micro Machines: Turbo Tournament '96 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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