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Rock n' Roll Racing
Certified classic Co-op
| System | Sega Genesis / Mega Drive |
|---|---|
| Released | 1994 |
| Genre | Racing |
| Developer | Blizzard Entertainment |
| Publisher | Interplay |
| Players | 1–2 players (co-op) |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Rock n' Roll Racing |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 13 |
Rock n' Roll Racing is a racing game released in 1994 for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive, developed by Blizzard Entertainment and published by Interplay.
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 #1 by legacy score.
It is part of the Rock n' Roll Racing series. The series also appears on other systems with Rock n' Roll Racing (SNES) and Rock n' Roll Racing (GBA). Blizzard Entertainment also made Justice League Task Force for the Genesis.
Rock n' Roll Racing supports up to 2 players, including cooperative play, which makes it a strong pick for playing with a friend.
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 a game to beat together with a friend
- you want to experience one of the Genesis's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you want a story or exploration rather than laps
What playing Rock n' Roll Racing 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.
Rock n' Roll Racing cheats & codes
91 codes on file (Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Infinite Health P1 (In Race) | FFD19E:06 |
|---|---|
| Planet Modifier P1 (At Character Select) | FFB95D:XX |
| Character Selected Modifier P1 | FFB96A:XX |
| Character For P1 Image Modifier (At Character Select) | FFD31F:XX |
| Lap Modifier | FFD1B0:XX |
| Have Lots of Points (ie. To Advance To The Next Race) | FFB964:58 |
Rock n' Roll Racing walkthroughs & guides
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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.
Rock n' Roll Racing FAQ
When did Rock n' Roll Racing come out on the Genesis?
Rock n' Roll Racing was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1994.
Who made Rock n' Roll Racing?
It was developed by Blizzard Entertainment and published by Interplay.
Is Rock n' Roll Racing multiplayer?
Yes. Rock n' Roll Racing supports up to 2 players, including co-op play.
How long does Rock n' Roll Racing take to play?
As a racing game, Rock n' Roll Racing 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 Rock n' Roll Racing 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.