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Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Racing
OutRunners
Deep cut
| System | Sega Genesis / Mega Drive |
|---|---|
| Released | 1994 (originally 1992) |
| Genre | Racing |
| Developer | Data East |
| Publisher | Data East |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | OutRun |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 4 |
Released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1994, OutRunners is a racing game developed by Data East. This Genesis release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1992.
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. Among the 45 Genesis racing games in our database, it ranks #22 by legacy score.
It is part of the OutRun series; on the Genesis you can also try Out Run 2019, Out Run and Turbo Outrun. The series also appears on other systems with Out Run (Master System) and Out Run (TurboGrafx-16). Data East also made Joe & Mac, Captain America and The Avengers and Crude Buster for the Genesis.
OutRunners 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 OutRunners 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.
OutRunners cheats & codes
38 codes on file (Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Infinite Time To Choose A Car P1 | FFB6B0:99 |
|---|---|
| Infinite Time To Choose A Car P2 | FFB6B1:99 |
| Car Modifier P1 | FFB69F:XX |
| Car Modifier P2 | FFB6A7:XX |
| Infinite Time To Race P1 | FF81CC:99 |
| Infinite Time To Race P2 | FF81D4:99 |
OutRunners walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for OutRunners.
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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.
OutRunners FAQ
When did OutRunners come out on the Genesis?
OutRunners was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1994; the original game dates back to 1992.
Who made OutRunners?
It was developed by Data East.
Is OutRunners multiplayer?
Yes. OutRunners supports up to 2 players.
How long does OutRunners take to play?
As a racing game, OutRunners 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 OutRunners 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.