Atari 7800 · Beat 'em Up / Sports
Basketbrawl
Deep cut
| System | Atari 7800 |
|---|---|
| Released | 1990 |
| Genre | Beat 'em Up, Sports |
| Developer | Atari |
| Publisher | Atari |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 3 |
Developed by Atari, Basketbrawl arrived on the Atari 7800 in 1990 as a beat 'em up. It blends beat 'em up and sports elements.
It landed about 4 years into the 7800's life. Other notable 7800 releases from 1990 include Ninja Golf, Alien Brigade and Midnight Mutants.
Atari also made Asteroids, Centipede and Alien Brigade for the 7800.
Basketbrawl supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
Pick it if…
- you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you have a friend to play against
- you've played the 7800 hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you want depth and variety over simple, satisfying brawling
What playing Basketbrawl is like
Beat 'em ups send you down scrolling streets fighting waves of thugs with punches, kicks, throws and grabbed weapons. Most can be finished in a single sitting and shine with a second player.
Tip for newcomers: Avoid getting surrounded: keep enemies on one side of you and save your special attacks for crowds. Bring a friend if the game supports co-op.
Basketbrawl walkthroughs & guides
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Playing 7800 games today
The 7800 has a compact library with a handful of standout arcade ports and a lively homebrew scene. The Atari 2600+ and 7800+ reissues play original 7800 cartridges over HDMI.
Basketbrawl FAQ
When did Basketbrawl come out on the 7800?
Basketbrawl was released for the Atari 7800 in 1990.
Who made Basketbrawl?
It was developed by Atari.
Is Basketbrawl multiplayer?
Yes. Basketbrawl supports up to 2 players.
How long does Basketbrawl take to play?
As a beat 'em up, Basketbrawl typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
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