Daytona USA (Revision A)
Sega • 1994
Also known as: Daytona USA Special Edition


Experience the thrill of high-speed racing in Daytona USA, a pulse-pounding arcade game released by Sega in 1994. Players take control of a race car and navigate three distinct courses—Beginner, Intermediate, and Expert—pursuing rival vehicles while striving for the fastest lap times. The game utilizes a chase view perspective, immersing you directly into the action as you compete against AI opponents on challenging tracks inspired by real-world Daytona racing circuits. Running on Sega’s innovative Model 2 hardware, Daytona USA was a groundbreaking title that quickly became an arcade phenomenon. Beyond competitive racing, players can discover hidden secrets and unlock special features through skillful driving and exploration – from triggering Easter eggs to uncovering unique musical interludes featuring classic Sega game themes. Achieving specific milestones also unlocks a special ending sequence. Daytona USA remains notable for its significant impact on the arcade industry; its immense popularity set a benchmark that few games have matched since, solidifying its place as an enduring favorite among racing fans.
Details
- Manufacturer
- Sega
- Year
- 1994
- Players
- 1
- Genre
- Driving / Race (chase view)
- Display
- raster
- Emulation status
- imperfect
- MAME ID
- daytona
Machine data derived from the MAME project.