NBA Jam Classic
Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Sports
NBA Jam: Tournament Edition
| System | Sega Genesis / Mega Drive |
|---|---|
| Genre | Sports |
| Developer | Iguana Entertainment |
| Publisher | Acclaim |
| Players | 1–4 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | NBA Jam |
| ESRB | KA |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 2 |
Released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive, NBA Jam: Tournament Edition is a sports game developed by Iguana Entertainment and published by Acclaim.
It is part of the NBA Jam series; on the Genesis you can also try NBA Jam. The series also appears on other systems with NBA Jam (SNES) and NBA Jam (Sega CD). Iguana Entertainment also made Aero the Acro-Bat, Batman Forever and Aero the Acro-Bat 2 for the Genesis.
NBA Jam: Tournament Edition 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 NBA Jam: Tournament 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Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.
NBA Jam: Tournament Edition cheats & codes
11 codes on file (Action Replay, Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Character Modifier P1 | FF1F22:00?? |
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NBA Jam: Tournament Edition walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for NBA Jam: Tournament Edition.
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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 Jam: Tournament Edition FAQ
Who made NBA Jam: Tournament Edition?
It was developed by Iguana Entertainment and published by Acclaim.
Is NBA Jam: Tournament Edition multiplayer?
Yes. NBA Jam: Tournament Edition supports up to 4 players.
How long does NBA Jam: Tournament Edition take to play?
As a sports game, NBA Jam: Tournament 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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