OutRun is an arcade developed by Sega Enterprises, Ltd., released 9 August 1991 on Sega Mega Drive/Genesis.
What OutRun is
OutRun is an arcade game developed by Sega Enterprises, Ltd. and released in 1991. It is available on Sega Mega Drive/Genesis only.
The premise, in the publisher's words
Mega Drive/Genesis Port of "OutRun". Barrel down the straightaway and bank your way into turns as you master the world's most challenging raceway. Race at top speed towards the finish line. Enjoy such realistic features as acceleration, lane changes, diversified terrain, sudden curves, and much more. Outrun is not just a test of who can drive the fastest, it's also a matter of who can plan the best race strategy and execute it flawlessly. Each race is different and demands a new strategy.
How it plays
It is played from a third person perspective. Its themes are action. It is a single-player game with no multiplayer component.
What it launched against
OutRun launched on 9 August 1991, within three weeks of Final Fantasy IV and Metroid II: Return of Samus.
Released around the same time: Final Fantasy IV, Metroid II: Return of Samus.
Official trailer
Sourced from the publisher’s YouTube channel.
Screenshots
All media
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Quick answers
OutRun — frequently asked questions
When did OutRun come out?
OutRun was released on 9 August 1991 for Sega Mega Drive/Genesis.
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