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Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Action
Ball Jacks
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| System | Sega Genesis / Mega Drive |
|---|---|
| Released | 1993 |
| Genre | Action |
| Developer | SEGA |
| Publisher | SEGA |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 4 |
Ball Jacks is an action game released in 1993 for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive, developed by SEGA.
It landed about 4 years into the Genesis's life. Other notable Genesis releases from 1993 include Mortal Kombat, Flashback and Sonic the Hedgehog Spinball.
SEGA also made Sonic the Hedgehog, Sonic the Hedgehog 2 and Tetris for the Genesis.
Ball Jacks supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
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 have a friend to play against
- you've played the Genesis hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
What playing Ball Jacks 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.
Ball Jacks cheats & codes
3 codes on file (Action Replay, Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Infinite Time (Ones Digit) | FFF6EB:09 |
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Ball Jacks walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Ball Jacks.
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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.
Ball Jacks FAQ
When did Ball Jacks come out on the Genesis?
Ball Jacks was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1993.
Who made Ball Jacks?
It was developed by SEGA.
Is Ball Jacks multiplayer?
Yes. Ball Jacks supports up to 2 players.
How long does Ball Jacks take to play?
As an action game, Ball Jacks 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.
Read more about Ball Jacks 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.