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Hang-On: Gameplay, Platforms and Key Facts

Hang-On (1985): what the game is about, platforms, developer and rating, in one evergreen guide.

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Hang-On (1985) is a racing, sport video game developed by Sega Enterprises, Ltd., available on Arcade. It holds an aggregated critic and player score of 68/100 on IGDB.

What is Hang-On about?

Hang-On is an arcade game designed by Yu Suzuki and released by Sega in 1985. In the game, the player controls a motorcycle against time and other computer-controlled bikes. It was one of the first arcade games to use 16-bit graphics and Sega's "Super Scaler" technology that allowed pseudo-3D sprite-scaling at high frame rates. It also introduced a motion-controlled arcade cabinet, where the player's body movement on a large motorbike-shaped cabinet corresponds with the player character's movements on screen, inspiring arcade games that followed and anticipating the modern motion control trend.

Key details

Hang-On was released in 1985 and supports single player. Platforms: Arcade. Developer: Sega Enterprises, Ltd..

Should you play Hang-On?

Reviews are mixed, but Hang-On retains a dedicated player base among racing, sport fans.

Frequently asked questions

What kind of game is Hang-On?

Hang-On is a racing, sport game by Sega Enterprises, Ltd., released in 1985.

What platforms is Hang-On on?

Hang-On is available on Arcade.

Is Hang-On good?

Hang-On has an aggregate score of 68/100 from critics and players on IGDB.

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