Game Boy Color · Sports
NBA Hoopz
Deep cut
| System | Game Boy Color |
|---|---|
| Released | 2001 |
| Genre | Sports |
| Developer | Torus Games |
| Publisher | Midway |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| ESRB | E |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 1 |
Developed by Torus Games and published by Midway, NBA Hoopz arrived on the Game Boy Color in 2001 as a sports game.
It landed about 3 years into the GBC's life. Other notable GBC releases from 2001 include Pokémon Crystal, Resident Evil Gaiden and Mega Man Xtreme. Among the 100 GBC sports games in our database, it ranks #20 by legacy score.
Torus Games also made Spider-Man 2: The Sinister Six, Hello Kitty's Cube Frenzy and Planet of the Apes for the GBC.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
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 NBA Hoopz 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Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.
NBA Hoopz cheats & codes
11 codes on file (GameShark). Here are a few GameShark codes to start with:
| Team 1 Score Modifier | 01??2FCE |
|---|---|
| Team 2 Score Modifier | 01??30CE |
| Infinite Energy | 01FF83CD |
| P1 Score Modifier | 91642FCE |
NBA Hoopz walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for NBA Hoopz.
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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.
NBA Hoopz FAQ
When did NBA Hoopz come out on the GBC?
NBA Hoopz was released for the Game Boy Color in 2001.
Who made NBA Hoopz?
It was developed by Torus Games and published by Midway.
Is NBA Hoopz multiplayer?
No. NBA Hoopz is a single-player game.
How long does NBA Hoopz take to play?
As a sports game, NBA Hoopz 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 NBA Hoopz 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.