Wimbledon Genesis box art

Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Sports

Wimbledon

SystemSega Genesis / Mega Drive
Released1993
GenreSports
DeveloperSEGA
PublisherSEGA
Players1–4 players
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyDeep cut

Released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1993, Wimbledon is a sports game developed by SEGA.

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.

SEGA also made Sonic the Hedgehog, Sonic the Hedgehog 2 and Tetris for the Genesis.

Wimbledon 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 Wimbledon 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Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.

Wimbledon gameplay screenshot on Genesis
In-game screenshot (Genesis)

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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.

Wimbledon FAQ

When did Wimbledon come out on the Genesis?

Wimbledon was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1993.

Who made Wimbledon?

It was developed by SEGA.

Is Wimbledon multiplayer?

Yes. Wimbledon supports up to 4 players.

How long does Wimbledon take to play?

As a sports game, Wimbledon 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.

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.

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