Road Rash II Classic
Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Racing / Fighting
Road Rash
Deep cut
| System | Sega Genesis / Mega Drive |
|---|---|
| Released | 1992 |
| Genre | Racing, Fighting |
| Developer | Electronic Arts |
| Publisher | Electronic Arts |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Road Rash |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 3 |
Road Rash is a racing game released in 1992 for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive, developed by Electronic Arts. It blends racing and fighting elements.
It landed about 3 years into the Genesis's life. Other notable Genesis releases from 1992 include Sonic the Hedgehog 2, Lemmings and Streets of Rage 2.
It is part of the Road Rash series; on the Genesis you can also try Road Rash II and Road Rash 3. The series also appears on other systems with Road Rash 3D (PS1) and Road Rash: Jailbreak (PS1). Electronic Arts also made Budokan: The Martial Spirit, Lakers versus Celtics and the NBA Playoffs and Marble Madness for the Genesis.
Road Rash 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 Road Rash 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.
Road Rash cheats & codes
145 codes on file (Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Slowsd Game Down When Action Replay Is On | 00BA7C:6002 |
|---|---|
| Auto Race At 200+ MPH | FF1EBC:50 |
| Switch F/X On To Instantly Win Race | FF1EAE:34 |
Road Rash walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Road Rash.
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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.
Road Rash FAQ
When did Road Rash come out on the Genesis?
Road Rash was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1992.
Who made Road Rash?
It was developed by Electronic Arts.
Is Road Rash multiplayer?
Yes. Road Rash supports up to 2 players.
How long does Road Rash take to play?
As a racing game, Road Rash 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 Road Rash 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.