Special Criminal Investigation Master System box art

Sega Master System · Racing

Special Criminal Investigation

SystemSega Master System
GenreRacing
DeveloperTaito
PublisherTaito
Players1 player
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
SeriesChase H.Q.
LegacyDeep cut

Special Criminal Investigation is a racing game released for the Sega Master System, developed by Taito.

It is part of the Chase H.Q. series; on the Master System you can also try Taito Chase H.Q.. The series also appears on other systems with Chase H.Q. (TurboGrafx-16) and Chase H.Q. (C64). Taito also made Bubble Bobble, Operation Wolf and The NewZealand Story for the Master System.

Special Criminal Investigation 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 Master System 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 Special Criminal Investigation 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.

Special Criminal Investigation gameplay screenshot on Master System
In-game screenshot (Master System)

Special Criminal Investigation cheats & codes

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

Infinite Boosts00C0-8F03

See all Special Criminal Investigation cheats

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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.

Special Criminal Investigation FAQ

Who made Special Criminal Investigation?

It was developed by Taito.

Is Special Criminal Investigation multiplayer?

No. Special Criminal Investigation is a single-player game.

How long does Special Criminal Investigation take to play?

As a racing game, Special Criminal Investigation 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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