Auto Racing Deep cut
Intellivision · Racing
Turbo
| System | Intellivision |
|---|---|
| Genre | Racing |
| Developer | SEGA |
| Publisher | Coleco Industries, Inc. |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut |
Turbo is a racing game released for the Intellivision, developed by SEGA and published by Coleco Industries, Inc..
SEGA also made Zaxxon, Congo Bongo and Carnival for the Intellivision.
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've played the Intellivision 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 Turbo 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.
If you like Turbo, the Matrix also picks…
Sonic Drift Classic
Hang-On Classic
Sonic Drift 2 Classic
Mario Kart 64 Classic
Mario Kart DS Classic
Super Mario Kart Classic
The Need for Speed Classic
Playing Intellivision games today
Intellivision games reward patience: many are slower, more strategic designs than their Atari rivals. Official compilations have kept a large part of the library available on modern platforms.
Turbo FAQ
Who made Turbo?
It was developed by SEGA and published by Coleco Industries, Inc..
Is Turbo multiplayer?
No. Turbo is a single-player game.
How long does Turbo take to play?
As a racing game, Turbo 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.
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