Super Hang-On Genesis box art

Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Racing

Super Hang-On

SystemSega Genesis / Mega Drive
Released1989
GenreRacing
DeveloperSEGA
PublisherSEGA
Players1 player
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
SeriesHang-On
ESRBE10+
LegacyDeep cut

Released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1989, Super Hang-On is a racing game developed by SEGA.

It belongs to the Genesis's earliest wave of games. Other notable Genesis releases from 1989 include Tetris, Golden Axe and Phantasy Star II.

It is part of the Hang-On series. The series also appears on other systems with Hang-On GP (Saturn) and Super Hang-On (C64). SEGA also made Sonic the Hedgehog, Sonic the Hedgehog 2 and Tetris for the Genesis.

Super Hang-On is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.

Pick it if…

  • you want to race and compete
  • you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
  • you've played the Genesis hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you want a story or exploration rather than laps
  • you are looking for something to play with friends

What playing Super Hang-On 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.

Super Hang-On gameplay screenshot on Genesis
In-game screenshot (Genesis)

Super Hang-On cheats & codes

20 codes on file (Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:

Infinite TimeFF0554:0402

See all Super Hang-On cheats

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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.

Super Hang-On FAQ

When did Super Hang-On come out on the Genesis?

Super Hang-On was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1989.

Who made Super Hang-On?

It was developed by SEGA.

Is Super Hang-On multiplayer?

No. Super Hang-On is a single-player game.

How long does Super Hang-On take to play?

As a racing game, Super Hang-On 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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