Dino Dini's Soccer Genesis box art

Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Sports

Dino Dini's Soccer

Deep cut

SystemSega Genesis / Mega Drive
Released1994
GenreSports
DeveloperVirgin
PublisherVirgin
Players1–8 players
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 4

Dino Dini's Soccer is a sports game released in 1994 for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive, developed by Virgin.

It landed about 5 years into the Genesis's life. Other notable Genesis releases from 1994 include Sonic the Hedgehog 3, Mortal Kombat II and FIFA International Soccer.

Virgin also made Disney's Aladdin, Cool Spot and RoboCop Versus The Terminator for the Genesis.

Dino Dini's Soccer 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 Dino Dini's Soccer 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Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.

Dino Dini's Soccer gameplay screenshot on Genesis
In-game screenshot (Genesis)

Dino Dini's Soccer cheats & codes

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

P1 Score ModifierFF6D43:??
P2 Score ModifierFF6D45:??

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Dino Dini's Soccer 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.

Dino Dini's Soccer FAQ

When did Dino Dini's Soccer come out on the Genesis?

Dino Dini's Soccer was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1994.

Who made Dino Dini's Soccer?

It was developed by Virgin.

Is Dino Dini's Soccer multiplayer?

Yes. Dino Dini's Soccer supports up to 8 players.

How long does Dino Dini's Soccer take to play?

As a sports game, Dino Dini's Soccer 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 Dino Dini's Soccer 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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