GP Rider Master System box art

Sega Master System · Racing

GP Rider

Deep cut

SystemSega Master System
GenreRacing
DeveloperSEGA
PublisherSEGA
Players1–2 players
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
ESRBE
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 4

GP Rider is a racing game released for the Sega Master System, developed by SEGA.

Among the 20 Master System racing games in our database, it ranks #9 by legacy score.

SEGA also made Alex Kidd in Miracle World, Phantasy Star and Hang-On for the Master System.

GP Rider 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 Master System hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you want a story or exploration rather than laps

What playing GP Rider 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.

GP Rider gameplay screenshot on Master System
In-game screenshot (Master System)

GP Rider cheats & codes

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

Low Timer (CPU At Top In Versus)00CA-2900
Low Timer (P1 At Bottom In Versus)00CA-2D00
FAKE - Low Timer (CPU At Top In Versus)00DE-F400
FAKE - Low Timer (P1 At Bottom In Versus)00DE-F600

See all GP Rider cheats

GP Rider walkthroughs & guides

Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for GP Rider.

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Playing Master System games today

The Master System library is full of colorful arcade-style games that are easy to pick up. Many titles also appear in Sega's official compilations.

GP Rider FAQ

Who made GP Rider?

It was developed by SEGA.

Is GP Rider multiplayer?

Yes. GP Rider supports up to 2 players.

How long does GP Rider take to play?

As a racing game, GP Rider 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 GP Rider 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.

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