Super Monaco GP is a first-person perspective racing game where you race other cars around the famous Monaco Grand Prix course. You must qualify for a position on the grid by driving round a shortened version of the course on your own, with faster times giving higher places. The actual race pits you against 19 other drivers, where beating them and reaching checkpoints within a time limit are key to success, along with staying ahead of a certain position that starts at 20th and drops as the race progresses.
The Genesis version of Super Monaco GP adds a complete career mode. Your goal is to win a season of races, starting with a slow car. As you challenge other drivers, you can move to better teams and cars, aiming to ultimately win the F1 World Title. In addition to Monaco, tracks from around the world have been added, extending the game's replay value.