Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Racing
Out Run 2019
Certified classic
| System | Sega Genesis / Mega Drive |
|---|---|
| Released | 1993 |
| Genre | Racing |
| Developer | Sims |
| Publisher | SEGA |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | OutRun |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 11 |
Developed by Sims and published by SEGA, Out Run 2019 arrived on the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1993 as a racing 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. Among the 45 Genesis racing games in our database, it ranks #3 by legacy score.
It is part of the OutRun series; on the Genesis you can also try Out Run, Turbo Outrun and OutRunners. The series also appears on other systems with Out Run (Master System) and Out Run (TurboGrafx-16). Sims also made Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: The Movie, ATP Tour Championship Tennis and Tecmo World Cup '92 for the Genesis.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
Pick it if…
- you want to race and compete
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you want to experience one of the Genesis's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you want a story or exploration rather than laps
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Out Run 2019 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.
Out Run 2019 cheats & codes
25 codes on file (Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Infinite Time (Tens Digit) | FFF350:09 |
|---|---|
| Infinite Time (Ones Digit) | FFF351:09 |
| Low Lap Time (Seconds) | FFF3E3:01 |
| Low Lap Time (Micro-Seconds) | FFF3E5:01 |
| Have Max Acceleration | FFF309:FF |
Out Run 2019 walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Out Run 2019.
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OutRunners Deep cut
Turbo Outrun Deep cut
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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.
Out Run 2019 FAQ
When did Out Run 2019 come out on the Genesis?
Out Run 2019 was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1993.
Who made Out Run 2019?
It was developed by Sims and published by SEGA.
Is Out Run 2019 multiplayer?
No. Out Run 2019 is a single-player game.
How long does Out Run 2019 take to play?
As a racing game, Out Run 2019 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 Out Run 2019 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.