Arch Rivals: The Arcade Game Game Gear box art

Sega Game Gear · Sports

Arch Rivals: The Arcade Game

SystemSega Game Gear
GenreSports
DeveloperArc Developments
PublisherFlying Edge
Players1–2 players
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyDeep cut

Arch Rivals: The Arcade Game is a sports game released for the Sega Game Gear, developed by Arc Developments and published by Flying Edge.

Arc Developments also made The Addams Family and Terminator 2: Judgment Day for the Game Gear.

Arch Rivals: The Arcade Game 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 Gear hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you need current teams and rosters

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Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.

Arch Rivals: The Arcade Game gameplay screenshot on Game Gear
In-game screenshot (Game Gear)

Arch Rivals: The Arcade Game cheats & codes

9 codes on file (Other codes). Here are a few Other codes codes to start with:

Away Team Cant Score00C4-4400
1-minute quarters01C-ACF-F7A
3-minute quarters03C-ACF-F7A
7-minute quarters07C-ACF-F7A
Faster timer02E-2FE-E6E
Infinite time00E-2FE-E6E

See all Arch Rivals: The Arcade Game cheats

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Arch Rivals: The Arcade Game FAQ

Who made Arch Rivals: The Arcade Game?

It was developed by Arc Developments and published by Flying Edge.

Is Arch Rivals: The Arcade Game multiplayer?

Yes. Arch Rivals: The Arcade Game supports up to 2 players.

How long does Arch Rivals: The Arcade Game take to play?

As a sports game, Arch Rivals: The Arcade Game 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.

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