Root Beer Tapper ColecoVision box art

ColecoVision · Sports

Root Beer Tapper

SystemColecoVision
GenreSports
DeveloperBally Midway
PublisherColeco Industries, Inc.
Players1–2 players
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyDeep cut

Developed by Bally Midway and published by Coleco Industries, Inc., Root Beer Tapper arrived on the ColecoVision as a sports game.

Bally Midway also made Gorf, Spy Hunter and Omega Race for the ColecoVision.

Root Beer Tapper supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.

Pick it if…

  • you want to race and compete
  • 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 ColecoVision hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you need current teams and rosters

What playing Root Beer Tapper is like

Sports games bring football, baseball, hockey, golf, tennis, wrestling and more to the console, from simulation-style management to over-the-top arcade action.

Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.

Root Beer Tapper gameplay screenshot on ColecoVision
In-game screenshot (ColecoVision)

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Playing ColecoVision games today

The ColecoVision's library is small but rich in faithful coin-op conversions, and homebrew developers still release new cartridges for it today.

Root Beer Tapper FAQ

Who made Root Beer Tapper?

It was developed by Bally Midway and published by Coleco Industries, Inc..

Is Root Beer Tapper multiplayer?

Yes. Root Beer Tapper supports up to 2 players.

How long does Root Beer Tapper take to play?

As a sports game, Root Beer Tapper 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.

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.

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