HardBall '95 Genesis box art

Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Sports

HardBall '95

SystemSega Genesis / Mega Drive
Released1995
GenreSports
DeveloperMindSpan
PublisherAccolade
Players1–2 players
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
ESRBKA
LegacyDeep cut

Developed by MindSpan and published by Accolade, HardBall '95 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.

MindSpan also made Winter Challenge, The Games: Summer Challenge and HardBall '94 for the Genesis.

HardBall '95 supports up to 2 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 HardBall '95 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Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.

HardBall '95 gameplay screenshot on Genesis
In-game screenshot (Genesis)

HardBall '95 cheats & codes

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

Balls ModifierFF1D27:XX
Strikes ModifierFF1D28:XX
Outs ModifierFF1D29:XX
Team 1 Score Modifier (P1)FF1D20:XX
Team 1 Runs Modifier (P1)FF1D22:XX
Team 1 Errors Modifier (P1)FF1D24:XX

See all HardBall '95 cheats

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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.

HardBall '95 FAQ

When did HardBall '95 come out on the Genesis?

HardBall '95 was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1995.

Who made HardBall '95?

It was developed by MindSpan and published by Accolade.

Is HardBall '95 multiplayer?

Yes. HardBall '95 supports up to 2 players.

How long does HardBall '95 take to play?

As a sports game, HardBall '95 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.

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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