John Madden Football '92 Deep cut
Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Sports
John Madden Football: Championship Edition
| System | Sega Genesis / Mega Drive |
|---|---|
| Released | 1992 |
| Genre | Sports |
| Developer | Electronic Arts |
| Publisher | Looking Glass Studios |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Madden NFL |
| Legacy | Deep cut |
Released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1992, John Madden Football: Championship Edition is a sports game developed by Electronic Arts and published by Looking Glass Studios.
It landed about 3 years into the Genesis's life. Other notable Genesis releases from 1992 include Sonic the Hedgehog 2, Lemmings and Streets of Rage 2.
It is part of the Madden NFL series; on the Genesis you can also try Madden NFL '94, John Madden Football and Madden NFL 98. The series also appears on other systems with Madden NFL 2004 (PS1) and Madden NFL 2002 (PS1). Electronic Arts also made Road Rash II, Road Rash 3 and Budokan: The Martial Spirit for the Genesis.
John Madden Football: Championship Edition 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 John Madden Football: Championship Edition 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Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.
John Madden Football: Championship Edition cheats & codes
3 codes on file (Other codes). Here are a few Other codes codes to start with:
| Master code (improved). | R19T-86ZT |
|---|---|
| You will have 6 downs if you don't punt on the 4th, but the CPU will usually still punt on the 4th down. | A5JA-AAAR |
| You will have 8 downs if you don't punt on the 4th, but the CPU will usually still punt on the 4th down. | BDJA-AAAR |
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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.
John Madden Football: Championship Edition FAQ
When did John Madden Football: Championship Edition come out on the Genesis?
John Madden Football: Championship Edition was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1992.
Who made John Madden Football: Championship Edition?
It was developed by Electronic Arts and published by Looking Glass Studios.
Is John Madden Football: Championship Edition multiplayer?
Yes. John Madden Football: Championship Edition supports up to 2 players.
How long does John Madden Football: Championship Edition take to play?
As a sports game, John Madden Football: Championship Edition 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.
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