Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Sports
Madden NFL '96
Deep cut
| System | Sega Genesis / Mega Drive |
|---|---|
| Genre | Sports |
| Developer | High Score Productions |
| Publisher | EA Sports |
| Players | 1–4 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Madden NFL |
| ESRB | KA |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 2 |
Madden NFL '96 is a sports game released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive, developed by High Score Productions and published by EA Sports.
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). High Score Productions also made NHL '94, NHL 95 and NHL 96 for the Genesis.
Madden NFL '96 supports up to 4 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 Madden NFL '96 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Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.
Madden NFL '96 cheats & codes
30 codes on file (Other codes). Here are a few Other codes codes to start with:
| MASTER CODE--MUST BE ENTERED | R0AV-861N |
|---|---|
| Infinite play clock time (two player mode only) | ACZA-8AFA |
| Start with 35 seconds on play clock | CCNT-8AA0 |
| Start with 25 seconds on play clock | ECNT-8AAG |
| Team one starts with 0 time outs | ACRA-6AGR |
| Team one starts with 1 time out | AGRA-6AGR |
Madden NFL '96 walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Madden NFL '96.
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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.
Madden NFL '96 FAQ
Who made Madden NFL '96?
It was developed by High Score Productions and published by EA Sports.
Is Madden NFL '96 multiplayer?
Yes. Madden NFL '96 supports up to 4 players.
How long does Madden NFL '96 take to play?
As a sports game, Madden NFL '96 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 Madden NFL '96 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.