Pete Sampras Tennis Game Gear box art

Sega Game Gear · Sports

Pete Sampras Tennis

SystemSega Game Gear
GenreSports
DeveloperThe Big Red Software Company
PublisherCodemasters
Players1–4 players
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
SeriesPete Sampras Tennis
LegacyDeep cut

Pete Sampras Tennis is a sports game released for the Sega Game Gear, developed by The Big Red Software Company and published by Codemasters.

It is part of the Pete Sampras Tennis series. The Big Red Software Company also made CJ Elephant Fugitive, Archer Maclean's Dropzone and Man Overboard! for the Game Gear.

Pete Sampras Tennis supports up to 4 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 Pete Sampras Tennis 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Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.

Pete Sampras Tennis gameplay screenshot on Game Gear
In-game screenshot (Game Gear)

Pete Sampras Tennis cheats & codes

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

enemies cannot gain any score00C2-74FF
CPU Never Scores3A7-3FD-2A2
P1 Score Modifier00C2-7300
P2 Score Modifier00C2-7400

See all Pete Sampras Tennis cheats

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Pete Sampras Tennis FAQ

Who made Pete Sampras Tennis?

It was developed by The Big Red Software Company and published by Codemasters.

Is Pete Sampras Tennis multiplayer?

Yes. Pete Sampras Tennis supports up to 4 players.

How long does Pete Sampras Tennis take to play?

As a sports game, Pete Sampras Tennis 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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