Chase H.Q. TurboGrafx-16 box art

TurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine · Racing

Chase H.Q.

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SystemTurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine
Released1992 (originally 1988)
GenreRacing
DeveloperTaito
PublisherTaito
Players1 player
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
SeriesChase H.Q.
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 4

Released for the TurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine in 1992, Chase H.Q. is a racing game developed by Taito. This TurboGrafx-16 release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1988.

It landed about 3 years into the TurboGrafx-16's life. Other notable TurboGrafx-16 releases from 1992 include Detana!! TwinBee, Bomberman '93 and New Adventure Island. Among the 11 TurboGrafx-16 racing games in our database, it ranks #4 by legacy score.

It is part of the Chase H.Q. series. The series also appears on other systems with Chase H.Q. (C64) and Chase H.Q. (Game Boy). Taito also made Puzznic, Volfied and Don Doko Don for the TurboGrafx-16.

Chase H.Q. 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 TurboGrafx-16 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 Chase H.Q. 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.

Chase H.Q. gameplay screenshot on TurboGrafx-16
In-game screenshot (TurboGrafx-16)

Chase H.Q. cheats & codes

4 codes on file (Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Emulator memory codes codes to start with:

Infinite Turbo1f07a7:03
Max Speed1f00a3:ff
Infinite Time1f0053:50
Boss Has No Energy1f07d2:14

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Chase H.Q. walkthroughs & guides

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Chase H.Q. FAQ

When did Chase H.Q. come out on the TurboGrafx-16?

Chase H.Q. was released for the TurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine in 1992; the original game dates back to 1988.

Who made Chase H.Q.?

It was developed by Taito.

Is Chase H.Q. multiplayer?

No. Chase H.Q. is a single-player game.

How long does Chase H.Q. take to play?

As a racing game, Chase H.Q. 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 Chase H.Q. 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.

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