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Game Boy Color · Sports
Mario Golf
| System | Game Boy Color |
|---|---|
| Released | 1999 |
| Genre | Sports |
| Developer | Camelot Software |
| Publisher | Nintendo |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Mario Golf |
| ESRB | E |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 2 |
Mario Golf is a sports game released in 1999 for the Game Boy Color, developed by Camelot Software and published by Nintendo.
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. Among the 100 GBC sports games in our database, it ranks #14 by legacy score.
It is part of the Mario Golf series; on the GBC you can also try Mobile Golf. The series also appears on other systems with NES Open Tournament Golf (NES) and Mario Golf: Advance Tour (GBA). Camelot Software also made Mario Tennis for the GBC.
Mario Golf 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 GBC hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you need current teams and rosters
What playing Mario Golf 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Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.
Mario Golf cheats & codes
15 codes on file (GameShark). Here are a few GameShark codes to start with:
| Always Under Par | 0100A0C8 |
|---|---|
| Infinite Hitting Power | 0106A8C8 |
| Time Modifier [Small] | 010030C8 |
| Time Modifier [Large] | 010031C8 |
| Exp. Modifier [Small] | 010026C8 |
| Exp. Modifier [Medium] | 010027C8 |
Mario Golf walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Mario Golf.
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Mobile Golf Classic
Mario Tennis: Power Tour Classic
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Mario Golf: Advance Tour Classic
FIFA 97 Classic
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.
Mario Golf FAQ
When did Mario Golf come out on the GBC?
Mario Golf was released for the Game Boy Color in 1999.
Who made Mario Golf?
It was developed by Camelot Software and published by Nintendo.
Is Mario Golf multiplayer?
Yes. Mario Golf supports up to 2 players.
How long does Mario Golf take to play?
As a sports game, Mario Golf 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.