Bass Masters Classic Genesis box art

Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Sports

Bass Masters Classic

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SystemSega Genesis / Mega Drive
Released1995
GenreSports
DeveloperBlack Pearl Software
PublisherBlack Pearl Software
Players1 player
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
SeriesBass Masters Classic
ESRBKA
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 2

Developed by Black Pearl Software, Bass Masters Classic arrived on the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1995 as a sports game.

It landed about 6 years into the Genesis's life. Other notable Genesis releases from 1995 include Mortal Kombat 3, Comix Zone and Ristar.

It is part of the Bass Masters Classic series; on the Genesis you can also try Bass Masters Classic: Pro Edition. The series also appears on other systems with Bass Masters Classic: Pro Edition (SNES) and Bass Masters Classic (SNES). Black Pearl Software also made SeaQuest DSV and Time Killers for the Genesis.

Bass Masters Classic is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.

Pick it if…

  • you want to race and compete
  • you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
  • you've played the Genesis hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you need current teams and rosters
  • you are looking for something to play with friends

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Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.

Bass Masters Classic gameplay screenshot on Genesis
In-game screenshot (Genesis)

Bass Masters Classic cheats & codes

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

Character ModifierFFA258:XX
Start With $1 MillionFFA262:01
Set Time (Hour)FFA20E:XX
Set Time (Minutes)FFA20F:XX
Fake Have Tons of MoneyFFA262:99 FFA263:99 FFA264:99 FFA265:99

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Bass Masters Classic walkthroughs & guides

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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.

Bass Masters Classic FAQ

When did Bass Masters Classic come out on the Genesis?

Bass Masters Classic was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1995.

Who made Bass Masters Classic?

It was developed by Black Pearl Software.

Is Bass Masters Classic multiplayer?

No. Bass Masters Classic is a single-player game.

How long does Bass Masters Classic take to play?

As a sports game, Bass Masters Classic 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.

Read more about Bass Masters Classic 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.

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