Arch Rivals: The Arcade Game Genesis box art

Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Sports

Arch Rivals: The Arcade Game

SystemSega Genesis / Mega Drive
GenreSports
DeveloperArc Developments
PublisherAcclaim
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 Genesis / Mega Drive, developed by Arc Developments and published by Acclaim.

Arc Developments also made The Simpsons: Bart vs. the Space Mutants and Hurricanes for the Genesis.

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 Genesis 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Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.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 Genesis
In-game screenshot (Genesis)

Arch Rivals: The Arcade Game cheats & codes

4 codes on file (Action Replay, Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:

1P Team (Home) Score ModifierFF0099:XX
2P Team (Visitor)Score ModifierFF0097:XX

See all Arch Rivals: The Arcade Game cheats

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Playing Genesis games today

Genesis games are fast and immediate, and many are made for two players. Official collections and Nintendo Switch Online carry a big slice of the library, and Rec0m88 can run your own Genesis backups with online netplay.

Arch Rivals: The Arcade Game FAQ

Who made Arch Rivals: The Arcade Game?

It was developed by Arc Developments and published by Acclaim.

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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