Brian Lara Cricket Genesis box art

Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Sports

Brian Lara Cricket

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SystemSega Genesis / Mega Drive
Released1995
GenreSports
DeveloperAudiogenic Software
PublisherCodemasters
Players1–4 players
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
SeriesBrian Lara Cricket
ESRBE
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 3

Released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1995, Brian Lara Cricket is a sports game developed by Audiogenic Software and published by Codemasters.

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 Brian Lara Cricket series; on the Genesis you can also try Brian Lara Cricket '96. Audiogenic Software also made Shane Warne Cricket for the Genesis.

Brian Lara Cricket 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 Genesis hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you need current teams and rosters

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Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.

Brian Lara Cricket gameplay screenshot on Genesis
In-game screenshot (Genesis)

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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.

Brian Lara Cricket FAQ

When did Brian Lara Cricket come out on the Genesis?

Brian Lara Cricket was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1995.

Who made Brian Lara Cricket?

It was developed by Audiogenic Software and published by Codemasters.

Is Brian Lara Cricket multiplayer?

Yes. Brian Lara Cricket supports up to 4 players.

How long does Brian Lara Cricket take to play?

As a sports game, Brian Lara Cricket 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 Brian Lara Cricket 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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