Foreman For Real Game Boy box art

Game Boy · Sports

Foreman For Real

Deep cut

SystemGame Boy
Released1995
GenreSports
DeveloperSoftware Creations
PublisherAcclaim
Players1–2 players
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
ESRBKA
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 1

Developed by Software Creations and published by Acclaim, Foreman For Real arrived on the Game Boy in 1995 as a sports game.

It landed about 6 years into the Game Boy's life. Other notable Game Boy releases from 1995 include Kirby's Dream Land 2, Donkey Kong Land and Kirby's Block Ball.

Software Creations also made The Simpsons: Bart & the Beanstalk, Spot: The Video Game and Cutthroat Island for the Game Boy.

Foreman For Real 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 Game Boy hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you need current teams and rosters

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Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.

Foreman For Real gameplay screenshot on Game Boy
In-game screenshot (Game Boy)

Foreman For Real cheats & codes

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

Infinite Energy018D31C1 018DE5C0
Enable everyone for Tournament Mode13C-A0F-D56 00C-9BF-E6E

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Foreman For Real walkthroughs & guides

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Playing Game Boy games today

Game Boy games were designed for short bursts on the go, which makes them ideal for a coffee break today. Many are available through Nintendo Switch Online, and original carts play on any later Game Boy model.

Foreman For Real FAQ

When did Foreman For Real come out on the Game Boy?

Foreman For Real was released for the Game Boy in 1995.

Who made Foreman For Real?

It was developed by Software Creations and published by Acclaim.

Is Foreman For Real multiplayer?

Yes. Foreman For Real supports up to 2 players.

How long does Foreman For Real take to play?

As a sports game, Foreman For Real 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 Foreman For Real 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.

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