NBA All-Star Challenge Genesis box art

Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Sports

NBA All-Star Challenge

Deep cut

SystemSega Genesis / Mega Drive
GenreSports
DeveloperLJN
PublisherBeam Software
Players1–2 players
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 2

Developed by LJN and published by Beam Software, NBA All-Star Challenge arrived on the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive as a sports game.

NBA All-Star Challenge 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 NBA All-Star Challenge 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Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.

NBA All-Star Challenge gameplay screenshot on Genesis
In-game screenshot (Genesis)

NBA All-Star Challenge cheats & codes

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

Infinite Ball Possession TimeFF90CD:FF
Infinite Time (Seconds - Ones Digit)FF90C8:09
Infinite Time (Seconds - Tens Digit)FF90C7:09
Infinite Time (":" Digit)FF90C6:09
Infinite Time (Thousands Digit)FF90C5:09
Infinite Time (Ten Thousands Digit)FF90C4:09

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NBA All-Star Challenge 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.

NBA All-Star Challenge FAQ

Who made NBA All-Star Challenge?

It was developed by LJN and published by Beam Software.

Is NBA All-Star Challenge multiplayer?

Yes. NBA All-Star Challenge supports up to 2 players.

How long does NBA All-Star Challenge take to play?

As a sports game, NBA All-Star Challenge 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 NBA All-Star Challenge 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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