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Game Boy · Action
NBA Jam
| System | Game Boy |
|---|---|
| Genre | Action |
| Developer | Midway |
| Publisher | Acclaim |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | NBA Jam |
| Legacy | Deep cut |
Developed by Midway and published by Acclaim, NBA Jam arrived on the Game Boy as an action game.
It is part of the NBA Jam series; on the Game Boy you can also try NBA Jam: Tournament Edition. The series also appears on other systems with NBA Jam (SNES) and NBA Jam (Genesis). Midway also made Mortal Kombat, Ms. Pac-Man and Mortal Kombat II for the Game Boy.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
Pick it if…
- you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
- you have time for an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
- you've played the Game Boy hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing NBA Jam is like
Action games test reflexes and nerve. Expect fast enemies, tight controls and stages you clear by reacting quickly and learning enemy patterns.
Tip for newcomers: Retro action games are often short but tough. Treat early deaths as practice runs; every attempt teaches you where the next threat comes from.
NBA Jam cheats & codes
2 codes on file (Other codes). Here are a few Other codes codes to start with:
| Skip Intro Screens | 021-C1F-B3A |
|---|---|
| Dunk and Layup From Anywhere | C36-42C-801
006-23C-6E2
FA4-66B-D5D
006-1BC-C49 |
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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.
NBA Jam FAQ
Who made NBA Jam?
It was developed by Midway and published by Acclaim.
Is NBA Jam multiplayer?
No. NBA Jam is a single-player game.
How long does NBA Jam take to play?
As an action game, NBA Jam typically falls into the "An evening or two" category: roughly 1–6 hours to see it through. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
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