Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Sports
NBA Jam
Certified classic
| System | Sega Genesis / Mega Drive |
|---|---|
| Released | 1994 |
| Genre | Sports |
| Developer | Iguana Entertainment |
| Publisher | Arena Entertainment |
| Players | 1–4 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | NBA Jam |
| ESRB | KA |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 15 |
Released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1994, NBA Jam is a sports game developed by Iguana Entertainment and published by Arena Entertainment.
It landed about 5 years into the Genesis's life. Other notable Genesis releases from 1994 include Sonic the Hedgehog 3, Mortal Kombat II and FIFA International Soccer. Among the 208 Genesis sports games in our database, it ranks #3 by legacy score.
It is part of the NBA Jam series; on the Genesis you can also try NBA Jam: Tournament Edition. 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 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 want to experience one of the Genesis's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you need current teams and rosters
What playing NBA Jam 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Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.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 cheats & codes
46 codes on file (Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Emulator memory codes codes to start with:
| Character Modifier P1 | FF1CAC:0036 |
|---|---|
| Start With 8 Points And Go Up By Tens Everytime You Score | FF1E42:0008 |
| Infinite Fire - Left Player | FF3C48:0003 |
| Infinite Fire - Right Player | FF3D68:0003 |
| Player 1 Always On Fire | FF3C4A:0001 |
| Infinite Shot Clock (Team 1) | FF1F3B:0009 |
NBA Jam walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for NBA Jam.
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FIFA International Soccer Classic
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FIFA 97 Classic
FIFA Soccer 96 Classic
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 FAQ
When did NBA Jam come out on the Genesis?
NBA Jam was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1994.
Who made NBA Jam?
It was developed by Iguana Entertainment and published by Arena Entertainment.
Is NBA Jam multiplayer?
Yes. NBA Jam supports up to 4 players.
How long does NBA Jam take to play?
As a sports game, NBA Jam 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 Jam 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.