Sega Saturn · Racing
Daytona USA
Certified classic
| System | Sega Saturn |
|---|---|
| Genre | Racing |
| Developer | Sega AM2 |
| Publisher | Sega |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Daytona USA |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 12 |
Developed by Sega AM2 and published by Sega, Daytona USA arrived on the Sega Saturn as a racing game.
Among the 25 Saturn racing games in our database, it ranks #3 by legacy score.
It is part of the Daytona USA series; on the Saturn you can also try Daytona USA: Championship Circuit Edition. Sega AM2 also made Virtua Cop 2, Fighters Megamix and Virtua Cop for the Saturn.
Daytona USA 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 want to experience one of the Saturn's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you want a story or exploration rather than laps
What playing Daytona USA 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.
Daytona USA cheats & codes
14 codes on file (Action Replay). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Infinite Time (Arcade Mode) | 1607EAAE
0318 |
|---|---|
| Number of Cars on Course 1=5 | 06048072
0005 |
| Numbers of Cars on Course 2=5 | 06048074
0005 |
| Number of Cars on Course 3=5 | 06048076
0005 |
| Number of Laps Course 3=6 | 0604805E
0006 |
| Number of Laps Course 1=16 | 0604805A
0010 |
Daytona USA walkthroughs & guides
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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.
Daytona USA FAQ
Who made Daytona USA?
It was developed by Sega AM2 and published by Sega.
Is Daytona USA multiplayer?
Yes. Daytona USA supports up to 2 players.
How long does Daytona USA take to play?
As a racing game, Daytona USA 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 Daytona USA 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.