NFL Blitz 2001 GBC box art

Game Boy Color · Sports

NFL Blitz 2001

SystemGame Boy Color
Released2000
GenreSports
DeveloperMorning Star Multimedia
PublisherMidway
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
SeriesNFL Blitz
ESRBE
LegacyDeep cut

NFL Blitz 2001 is a sports game released in 2000 for the Game Boy Color, developed by Morning Star Multimedia and published by Midway.

It landed about 2 years into the GBC's life. Other notable GBC releases from 2000 include Wario Land 3, Super Mario Bros. Deluxe and Grand Theft Auto 2.

It is part of the NFL Blitz series; on the GBC you can also try NFL Blitz and NFL Blitz 2000. The series also appears on other systems with NFL Blitz (N64) and NFL Blitz (PS1). Morning Star Multimedia also made Centipede, 10 Pin Bowling and NASCAR Challenge for the GBC.

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

What playing NFL Blitz 2001 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Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.

NFL Blitz 2001 gameplay screenshot on GBC
In-game screenshot (GBC)

NFL Blitz 2001 cheats & codes

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

Home Team Score Modifier01??60C5
Away Team Score Modifier01??3CC6
Always 1st Down01017EC4
Always 4th Down01047EC4
Stop Play Clock9109DED7

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NFL Blitz 2001 walkthroughs & guides

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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.

NFL Blitz 2001 FAQ

When did NFL Blitz 2001 come out on the GBC?

NFL Blitz 2001 was released for the Game Boy Color in 2000.

Who made NFL Blitz 2001?

It was developed by Morning Star Multimedia and published by Midway.

How long does NFL Blitz 2001 take to play?

As a sports game, NFL Blitz 2001 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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