F-1 Dream TurboGrafx-16 box art

TurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine · Racing

F-1 Dream

Deep cut

SystemTurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine
Released1989
GenreRacing
DeveloperNEC
PublisherNEC
Players1 player
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 4

Developed by NEC, F-1 Dream arrived on the TurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine in 1989 as a racing game.

It belongs to the TurboGrafx-16's earliest wave of games. Other notable TurboGrafx-16 releases from 1989 include Vigilante, Volfied and Dungeon Explorer. Among the 11 TurboGrafx-16 racing games in our database, it ranks #5 by legacy score.

NEC also made Vigilante, Bomberman '93 and Out Run for the TurboGrafx-16.

F-1 Dream 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 F-1 Dream 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.

F-1 Dream gameplay screenshot on TurboGrafx-16
In-game screenshot (TurboGrafx-16)

F-1 Dream cheats & codes

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

No Tire Damage1f006e:26
No G/B Damage1f006f:26
Unlimited Time1f0060:00 1f0061:00

See all F-1 Dream cheats

F-1 Dream walkthroughs & guides

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The TurboGrafx library is a shmup fan's dream and full of games most Western players never tried. The TurboGrafx-16 Mini and Nintendo Switch Online have brought many of them back.

F-1 Dream FAQ

When did F-1 Dream come out on the TurboGrafx-16?

F-1 Dream was released for the TurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine in 1989.

Who made F-1 Dream?

It was developed by NEC.

Is F-1 Dream multiplayer?

No. F-1 Dream is a single-player game.

How long does F-1 Dream take to play?

As a racing game, F-1 Dream 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 F-1 Dream 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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