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Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Sports
Tecmo Super Bowl
Deep cut
| System | Sega Genesis / Mega Drive |
|---|---|
| Released | 1993 (originally 1991) |
| Genre | Sports |
| Developer | Tecmo |
| Publisher | Tecmo |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Tecmo Bowl |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 2 |
Developed by Tecmo, Tecmo Super Bowl arrived on the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1993 as a sports game. This Genesis release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1991.
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.
It is part of the Tecmo Bowl series. The series also appears on other systems with Tecmo Super Bowl (NES) and Tecmo Super Bowl (SNES). Tecmo also made Double Dragon, Tecmo Super Hockey and Tecmo Super NBA Basketball for the Genesis.
Tecmo Super Bowl 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 Tecmo Super Bowl 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Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.
Tecmo Super Bowl cheats & codes
56 codes on file (Other codes). Here are a few Other codes codes to start with:
| Touchdowns For Player 1 Worth 0 Points | AAGT-FA2G |
|---|---|
| Touchdowns For Player 1 Worth 3 Points | ANGT-FA2G |
| Touchdowns For Player 1 Worth 5 Points | AYGT-FA2G |
| Touchdowns For Player 1 Worth 9 Points | BEGT-FA2G |
| Extra Points For Player 1 Worth 0 Points | AAHA-FA74 |
| Extra Points For Player 1 Worth 3 Points | ANHA-FA74 |
Tecmo Super Bowl walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Tecmo Super Bowl.
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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.
Tecmo Super Bowl FAQ
When did Tecmo Super Bowl come out on the Genesis?
Tecmo Super Bowl was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1993; the original game dates back to 1991.
Who made Tecmo Super Bowl?
It was developed by Tecmo.
Is Tecmo Super Bowl multiplayer?
Yes. Tecmo Super Bowl supports up to 2 players.
How long does Tecmo Super Bowl take to play?
As a sports game, Tecmo Super Bowl 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 Tecmo Super Bowl 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.