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Sega Saturn · Racing
Sonic R
Certified classic
| System | Sega Saturn |
|---|---|
| Genre | Racing |
| Developer | Traveller's Tales |
| Publisher | Sega |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Sonic the Hedgehog |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 21 |
Sonic R is a racing game released for the Sega Saturn, developed by Traveller's Tales and published by Sega.
Among the 25 Saturn racing games in our database, it ranks #1 by legacy score.
It is part of the Sonic the Hedgehog series; on the Saturn you can also try Sonic Jam, Sonic X-treme and Sonic 3D Blast. The series also appears on other systems with Sonic Rush (DS) and Sonic Chronicles: The Dark Brotherhood (DS).
Sonic R 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 Sonic R 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.
Sonic R cheats & codes
5 codes on file (Action Replay). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| 99 Rings | 1600B3F0
0063 |
|---|---|
| Place 1st In Grand Prix Race | 1600B434
0001 |
| Always Have 5 Sonic Coins | 1600BD5E
0005 |
| Always Have 999 Rings | 1600B3F0
0FFF |
| Master Code | F6000914
C305
B6002800
0000 |
Sonic R 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.
Sonic R FAQ
Who made Sonic R?
It was developed by Traveller's Tales and published by Sega.
Is Sonic R multiplayer?
Yes. Sonic R supports up to 2 players.
How long does Sonic R take to play?
As a racing game, Sonic R 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 Sonic R 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.