Out Run: all version differences
6 documented differences between the releases of Out Run, each with a source. Back to the main page for names, releases and where to play.
Category × version
| Category | Arcade (JP) | Mega Drive/Genesis | Saturn | Dreamcast | PS2 | 3DS | Switch | Arcade |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Content | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Audio | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Gameplay | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Version differences
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ContentArcade (JP)
Japan had an earlier and a later arcade version with different stage layouts; releases outside Japan used only the later one.1
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AudioMega Drive/Genesis
The Mega Drive version adds a new music track, 'Step On Beat'.1
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GameplaySaturn
The Saturn version adds version selection, an easier mode, automatic transmission and a hidden 60 fps 'Smooth Mode'.1
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ContentDreamcastPS23DS
Because of Ferrari licensing, some later versions, including the 3DS release, swap the Ferrari Testarossa for a red car that is not a Ferrari.1
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Gameplay3DSSwitch
M2's 3DS and Switch versions add 60 fps play and extra options; the Switch version also adds gyro controls and expands the soundtrack to nine songs.1
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AudioArcade
A failing ROM chip corrupted some arcade audio samples; the fix came from an 8-inch floppy disk, and later re-releases use the corrected data.2
Sources
Checked: 2026-10-13