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Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Simulation / Sports
Pat Riley Basketball
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| System | Sega Genesis / Mega Drive |
|---|---|
| Released | 1990 |
| Genre | Simulation, Sports |
| Developer | SEGA |
| Publisher | SEGA |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Weekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 5 |
Pat Riley Basketball is a simulation game released in 1990 for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive, developed by SEGA. It blends simulation and sports elements.
It came out in the Genesis's second year on the market. Other notable Genesis releases from 1990 include Populous, Michael Jackson's Moonwalker and Super Monaco GP. Among the 18 Genesis simulation games in our database, it ranks #9 by legacy score.
SEGA also made Sonic the Hedgehog, Sonic the Hedgehog 2 and Tetris for the Genesis.
Pat Riley Basketball supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
Pick it if…
- you want to think and plan
- you have time for a weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)
- you have a friend to play against
- you've played the Genesis hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you want clear goals and a defined ending
What playing Pat Riley Basketball is like
Simulation games model a system and let you play inside it, whether that means building a city, flying a plane, raising a pet or running a business.
Tip for newcomers: Simulations are often open-ended. Set yourself small goals and enjoy experimenting with the systems.
Pat Riley Basketball cheats & codes
33 codes on file (Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Infinite Time | FF0037:B3 |
|---|---|
| Team 1 Score Modifier (P1) | FF0039:XX |
| Team 2 Score Modifier (P2/CPU) | FF003B:XX |
Pat Riley Basketball 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.
Pat Riley Basketball FAQ
When did Pat Riley Basketball come out on the Genesis?
Pat Riley Basketball was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1990.
Who made Pat Riley Basketball?
It was developed by SEGA.
Is Pat Riley Basketball multiplayer?
Yes. Pat Riley Basketball supports up to 2 players.
How long does Pat Riley Basketball take to play?
As a simulation game, Pat Riley Basketball typically falls into the "Weekend project" category: roughly 6–20 hours. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Pat Riley Basketball 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.