Jimmy White's 'Whirlwind' Snooker Genesis box art

Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Sports

Jimmy White's 'Whirlwind' Snooker

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SystemSega Genesis / Mega Drive
Released1994 (originally 1991)
GenreSports
DeveloperVirgin
PublisherVirgin
Players1–2 players
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 2

Jimmy White's 'Whirlwind' Snooker is a sports game released in 1994 for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive, developed by Virgin. This Genesis release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1991.

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.

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Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.

Jimmy White's 'Whirlwind' Snooker gameplay screenshot on Genesis
In-game screenshot (Genesis)

Jimmy White's 'Whirlwind' Snooker cheats & codes

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

No Score P2/CPUFF4A57:00

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Jimmy White's 'Whirlwind' Snooker 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.

Jimmy White's 'Whirlwind' Snooker FAQ

When did Jimmy White's 'Whirlwind' Snooker come out on the Genesis?

Jimmy White's 'Whirlwind' Snooker was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1994; the original game dates back to 1991.

Who made Jimmy White's 'Whirlwind' Snooker?

It was developed by Virgin.

Is Jimmy White's 'Whirlwind' Snooker multiplayer?

Yes. Jimmy White's 'Whirlwind' Snooker supports up to 2 players.

How long does Jimmy White's 'Whirlwind' Snooker take to play?

As a sports game, Jimmy White's 'Whirlwind' Snooker 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 Jimmy White's 'Whirlwind' Snooker 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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