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Fastest 1 (Japan)

Sega Genesis / Mega Drive
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1990
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✪ Reviewed on September 29, 2024
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A snappy fast-scrolling Japanese F1 racer by Human Entertainment. Fun for short arcade races, not a match for Sega's bigger F1 titles.

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Category
Racing 1 player 3+
Description
Formula 1 drivers race on Japanese circuits in this Kaneko Mega Drive racing simulator. Published by Kaneko, released in Japan in October 1990. Formula 1 simulation with Japanese and world circuits, cockpit view, race and championship modes.

Fastest 1 review

3/5
Art direction
★★★★★
"Polished"
3/5
Music
★★★★★
"Memorable"
1/5
Story
★★★★★
"Anecdotal"
Gameplay
"Solid"
Fun
"Pleasant"
Addictiveness
"Engaging"
Difficulty
"Balanced"
Lifespan
"Average"
Technical info
💾0,21 MB 📅13/10/1990
Published by Riot

Fastest 1 (Mega Drive) price, value & rarity

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Q1 loose
 $5 Q6 complete
 $23 Q10 new
 $57 !
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Is Fastest 1 still worth playing in 2026?

A Formula 1 simulator from Kaneko, Fastest 1 offers a more measured approach to racing on championship inspired tracks, with pit stop management and weather. The simulation ambition contrasts with the surrounding arcade fare, but the stiff production, the lack of speed sensation and an austere interface cap the fun. The genre has long been surpassed. For a fan of sharp retro racing or someone curious about 16 bit F1 sims, the title keeps a mostly documentary interest.

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