Battle Out Run Deep cut
Sega Master System · Racing
Out Run
Certified classic
| System | Sega Master System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1987 |
| Genre | Racing |
| Developer | AM R&D Dept. #2 |
| Publisher | SEGA |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | OutRun |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 19 |
Developed by AM R&D Dept. #2 and published by SEGA, Out Run arrived on the Sega Master System in 1987 as a racing game.
It came out in the Master System's second year on the market. Other notable Master System releases from 1987 include Phantasy Star, Alex Kidd: High-Tech World and Alien Syndrome. Among the 20 Master System racing games in our database, it ranks #1 by legacy score.
It is part of the OutRun series; on the Master System you can also try Battle Out Run, Out-Run 3-D and Out Run Europa. The series also appears on other systems with Out Run 2019 (Genesis) and Out Run (Genesis). AM R&D Dept. #2 also made Galaxy Force for the Master System.
Out Run 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 Out Run 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.
Out Run cheats & codes
5 codes on file (Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Infinite Time | 00DE-0199 |
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Out Run walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Out Run.
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Out Run Europa Deep cut
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Out Run 2019 Classic
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.
Out Run FAQ
When did Out Run come out on the Master System?
Out Run was released for the Sega Master System in 1987.
Who made Out Run?
It was developed by AM R&D Dept. #2 and published by SEGA.
Is Out Run multiplayer?
No. Out Run is a single-player game.
How long does Out Run take to play?
As a racing game, Out Run 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 Out Run 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.