

1995 · Racing
Hang-On GP
Sega exclusive
Hang-On GP features three tracks: Albatross Cliff Reef, Great Crimson Wall, and New Dwells. Each track contains an additional route that becomes available after a high placing. This makes a total of six possible races.
- Released
- 27 October 1995
- Platforms
- Sega Saturn
- Genres
- Racing
- Developers
- —
- Publishers
- —
- Series
- Hang-On
- Perspective
- First personThird person
- Country
- Japan
- Age ratings
- ESRB E
About
Hang-On GP is a 1995 racing video game developed by Genki and published by Sega for the Sega Saturn. It is the latest game in the Hang-On series.
Media
The articlegameplay, story, development, reception
Gameplay
Hang-On GP is a three-dimensional motorcycle racing game featuring ten selectable motorcycles, each with differing characteristics in braking, engine performance, frame and grip. Players can race from three camera perspectives, including a first-person view from the motorcycle and two third-person viewpoints. The game also supports the Sega Saturn Racing Controller peripheral.
The game features six fictional racing courses, comprising three initial tracks—Albatross Cliff Reef, Great Crimson Wall and New Dwells—and three additional variations unlocked through successful race finishes. Gameplay modes include Time Trial and GP Race, with players able to perform power slides while cornering. The handling options also allow players to choose between different riding characteristics.
Development
During development, Sega promoted Hang-On GP '95 as a polygon-based revival of the Hang-On series for the Sega Saturn. Pre-release coverage in September 1995 highlighted the game's three camera perspectives, motorcycle handling and support for the Saturn Racing Controller.
The game was released in Japan on October 27, 1995, at a retail price of ¥5,800. It was subsequently released as Hang-On GP in North America and Hang-On GP '96 in Europe.
Reception
Next Generation gave it three stars out of five, and said that "Hang On GP '95 is a better than average racer, but the title lacks the inspired nature of a great game".
Edge gave it a 6/10, and said that "Hang On shows all the signs of a promising concept fobbed off to a B or C development team where poor programming and lack lustre design result in a game that has little new to offer".
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Collections3 collections
Platform libraries
- Sega Saturn gamesGames
Genres
- Racing gamesList › 1990s
Publishers
- Sega gamesDeveloped or published by Sega
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