California Games Genesis box art

Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Sports

California Games

Deep cut

SystemSega Genesis / Mega Drive
GenreSports
DeveloperEpyx
PublisherSEGA
Players1–8 players
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 5

Developed by Epyx and published by SEGA, California Games arrived on the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive as a sports game.

California Games supports up to 8 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 California Games 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Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.

California Games gameplay screenshot on Genesis
In-game screenshot (Genesis)

California Games cheats & codes

7 codes on file (Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:

Fake Infinite TimeFFEECE:39 FFEECF:39 FFEED0:39

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California Games walkthroughs & guides

Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for California Games.

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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.

California Games FAQ

Who made California Games?

It was developed by Epyx and published by SEGA.

Is California Games multiplayer?

Yes. California Games supports up to 8 players.

How long does California Games take to play?

As a sports game, California Games 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 California Games 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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