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Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Sports
King Salmon
Deep cut
| System | Sega Genesis / Mega Drive |
|---|---|
| Released | 1992 |
| Genre | Sports |
| Developer | SNK |
| Publisher | Takara |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 4 |
King Salmon is a sports game released in 1992 for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive, developed by SNK and published by Takara.
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.
SNK also made Samurai Shodown, King of the Monsters and Fatal Fury 2 for the Genesis.
King Salmon is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
Pick it if…
- you want to race and compete
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you've played the Genesis hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you need current teams and rosters
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing King Salmon 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Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.
King Salmon cheats & codes
2 codes on file (Action Replay). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Infinite Time (Minutes) | FFA8AF:00 |
|---|---|
| Infinite Time (Hours) | FFA8AD:07 |
King Salmon 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.
King Salmon FAQ
When did King Salmon come out on the Genesis?
King Salmon was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1992.
Who made King Salmon?
It was developed by SNK and published by Takara.
Is King Salmon multiplayer?
No. King Salmon is a single-player game.
How long does King Salmon take to play?
As a sports game, King Salmon 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 King Salmon 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.