Hang-On Master System box art

Sega Master System · Racing

Hang-On

Certified classic

SystemSega Master System
Released1985
GenreRacing
DeveloperSEGA
PublisherSEGA
Players1 player
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyCertified classic · legacy score 18

Released for the Sega Master System in 1985, Hang-On is a racing game developed by SEGA.

It belongs to the Master System's earliest wave of games. Other notable Master System releases from 1985 include Spy vs. Spy, Teddy Boy Blues and Transbot. Among the 20 Master System racing games in our database, it ranks #2 by legacy score.

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

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 want to experience one of the Master System's defining games

Maybe skip it if…

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

What playing 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.

Hang-On gameplay screenshot on Master System
In-game screenshot (Master System)

Hang-On cheats & codes

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

Infinite Time00C0-0D35

See all Hang-On cheats

Hang-On walkthroughs & guides

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

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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.

Hang-On FAQ

When did Hang-On come out on the Master System?

Hang-On was released for the Sega Master System in 1985.

Who made Hang-On?

It was developed by SEGA.

Is Hang-On multiplayer?

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

How long does Hang-On take to play?

As a racing game, 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.

Read more about Hang-On 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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