is a

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-only pseudo-sequel to ''

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'' that takes place in the future. The object is to race against a time limit in a rocket-boosted car across four different stages around the world. Like the original ''Out Run'', there is a fork in the road before each checkpoint; however, there can also be forks within a single route. The maximum speed of the car as indicated on the game is 341 km/h (211.89 mph) on the

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ese version, 682 km/h (423.77 mph) on the

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an version, and 682 mph (1097.57 km/h) on the

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n version.

Stages

''OutRun 2019'' features four different stages to race across, each one harder than the last. Most routes will split into two routes at their ends like in the original ''

'', but a few routes instead end with either a goal or a convergence with another route. Also, throughout most of the stages, some routes will diverge, splitting into two different roadways. Usually, some of the roads will lead onto a bridge over ground, over a pit, or over water. Slipping off the bridges will cost the player precious time or force the player onto the ground route if one exists under the bridge. Sometimes, when the roads split, they will lead to a different kind of road. This is usually seen by means of a three-way diverge sign, which means the player can choose whether to go left, right, or continue forward. For example, on one route in Stage 4, some parts of the road are covered in wet cement. Another features the player driving into a tunnel. The last will lead the player over a bridge. Finally, there are also secret diverges that can be spotted easily. For example, some areas will have a ramp placed strategically on one side of the road. If hit correctly, the car will fly to one side, and eventually land on a secret roadway. Also, jumping off these ramps can also lead up to overhead bridges on some routes. These secret roads can usually lead to a quicker way to the next route.

Development

''OutRun 2019'' was originally being developed for the

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as ''Cyber Road''. Development was later moved to the Mega Drive where it was renamed ''Junker's High'' before eventually becoming ''OutRun 2019''.

Legacy

In 2005, ''OutRun 2019'' was re-released as a

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device, as ''Play TV Legends Outrun 2019''. Notably it included a steering wheel controller.

References

Footnotes

External links

Radica Games - Play TV Legends Outrun 2019
* * {{OutRun series 1993 video games Science fiction racing games OutRun Sega Genesis games Sega Genesis-only games Video games set in 2019 SIMS Co., Ltd. games Sega video games Single-player video games Video games developed in Japan