Atari Lynx · Beat 'em Up / Sports
Basketbrawl
| System | Atari Lynx |
|---|---|
| Genre | Beat 'em Up, Sports |
| Developer | Hamilton and Associates |
| Publisher | Atari |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 3 |
Basketbrawl is a beat 'em up released for the Atari Lynx, developed by Hamilton and Associates and published by Atari. It blends beat 'em up and sports elements.
Among the 8 Lynx beat 'em ups in our database, it ranks #3 by legacy score.
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
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 Lynx games today
The Lynx library is small, so it is easy to find its best games, and it remains a cult favorite among handheld collectors.
Basketbrawl FAQ
Who made Basketbrawl?
It was developed by Hamilton and Associates and published 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.
Read more about Basketbrawl on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.