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Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Sports
Pelé
Deep cut
| System | Sega Genesis / Mega Drive |
|---|---|
| Released | 1993 |
| Genre | Sports |
| Developer | Radical Entertainment |
| Publisher | Accolade |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 4 |
Developed by Radical Entertainment and published by Accolade, Pelé arrived on the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1993 as a sports game.
It landed about 4 years into the Genesis's life. Other notable Genesis releases from 1993 include Mortal Kombat, Flashback and Sonic the Hedgehog Spinball.
Radical Entertainment also made Brett Hull Hockey '95 and Pelé II: World Tournament Soccer for the Genesis.
Pelé 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 Pelé 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Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.
Pelé cheats & codes
4 codes on file (Action Replay, Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Team 1 Score Modifier (P1) | FFDAF2:XX |
|---|---|
| Team 2 Score Modifier (P2/CPU) | FFDAF3:XX |
Pelé walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Pelé.
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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.
Pelé FAQ
When did Pelé come out on the Genesis?
Pelé was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1993.
Who made Pelé?
It was developed by Radical Entertainment and published by Accolade.
Is Pelé multiplayer?
Yes. Pelé supports up to 2 players.
How long does Pelé take to play?
As a sports game, Pelé 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 Pelé 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.