Ken Griffey Jr.'s Slugfest GBC box art

Game Boy Color · Sports

Ken Griffey Jr.'s Slugfest

SystemGame Boy Color
Released1999
GenreSports
DeveloperSoftware Creations
PublisherNintendo
Players1 player
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
ESRBE
LegacyDeep cut

Developed by Software Creations and published by Nintendo, Ken Griffey Jr.'s Slugfest arrived on the Game Boy Color in 1999 as a sports game.

It came out in the GBC's second year on the market. Other notable GBC releases from 1999 include Pokémon Pinball, Conker's Pocket Tales and Bugs Bunny & Lola Bunny: Operation Carrot Patch.

Software Creations also made The Simpsons: Night of the Living Treehouse of Horror, The Rugrats Movie and Rugrats: Time Travelers for the GBC.

Ken Griffey Jr.'s Slugfest is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.

Pick it if…

  • you want to race and compete
  • you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
  • you've played the GBC hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you need current teams and rosters
  • you are looking for something to play with friends

What playing Ken Griffey Jr.'s Slugfest 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Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.

Ken Griffey Jr.'s Slugfest gameplay screenshot on GBC
In-game screenshot (GBC)

Ken Griffey Jr.'s Slugfest cheats & codes

7 codes on file (GameShark). Here are a few GameShark codes to start with:

Home Team Score Modifier010090A0
Home Team Hits Modifier010092A0
Home Team Errors Modifier010094A0
Away Team Score Modifier010096A0
Away Team Hits Modifier010098A0
Away Team Errors Modifier01009AA0

See all Ken Griffey Jr.'s Slugfest cheats

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Playing GBC games today

GBC games are compact and colorful, and many are available on Nintendo Switch Online. Cartridges also play on the Game Boy Advance.

Ken Griffey Jr.'s Slugfest FAQ

When did Ken Griffey Jr.'s Slugfest come out on the GBC?

Ken Griffey Jr.'s Slugfest was released for the Game Boy Color in 1999.

Who made Ken Griffey Jr.'s Slugfest?

It was developed by Software Creations and published by Nintendo.

Is Ken Griffey Jr.'s Slugfest multiplayer?

No. Ken Griffey Jr.'s Slugfest is a single-player game.

How long does Ken Griffey Jr.'s Slugfest take to play?

As a sports game, Ken Griffey Jr.'s Slugfest 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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