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Sega Saturn · Racing
CrimeWave
Deep cut
| System | Sega Saturn |
|---|---|
| Released | 1997 |
| Genre | Racing |
| Developer | Eidos Interactive |
| Publisher | Virgin Interactive |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 3 |
Released for the Sega Saturn in 1997, CrimeWave is a racing game developed by Eidos Interactive and published by Virgin Interactive.
It landed about 2 years into the Saturn's life. Other notable Saturn releases from 1997 include Doom, Sonic Jam and Quake. Among the 25 Saturn racing games in our database, it ranks #14 by legacy score.
CrimeWave 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 Saturn 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 CrimeWave 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.
CrimeWave cheats & codes
13 codes on file (Action Replay). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Infinite Time P1 | 16065C0E
0AF0 |
|---|---|
| Mek Point Modifier P1 | 16065D8E
???? |
| Max Mek Targets Modifier P1 | 16065D8C
00?? |
| Fuel Always at Level 5 P1 | 16065C3A
0005 |
| Fuel Always at Level 0 P1 | 16065C3A
0000 |
| Infinite Energy P1 | 16065C06
0032 |
CrimeWave walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for CrimeWave.
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Playing Saturn games today
Many of the Saturn's best games never left Japan, and original discs can be expensive. Rec0m88 lists Saturn support for players who own their games.
CrimeWave FAQ
When did CrimeWave come out on the Saturn?
CrimeWave was released for the Sega Saturn in 1997.
Who made CrimeWave?
It was developed by Eidos Interactive and published by Virgin Interactive.
Is CrimeWave multiplayer?
No. CrimeWave is a single-player game.
How long does CrimeWave take to play?
As a racing game, CrimeWave 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 CrimeWave 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.