Sega Master System · Sports
Basketball Nightmare
Deep cut
| System | Sega Master System |
|---|---|
| Genre | Sports |
| Developer | SEGA |
| Publisher | SEGA |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 3 |
Released for the Sega Master System, Basketball Nightmare is a sports game developed by SEGA.
Among the 48 Master System sports games in our database, it ranks #12 by legacy score.
SEGA also made Alex Kidd in Miracle World, Phantasy Star and Hang-On for the Master System.
Basketball Nightmare 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 Master System hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you need current teams and rosters
What playing Basketball Nightmare 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Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.
Basketball Nightmare cheats & codes
6 codes on file (Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| P1/CPU Has High Score | 00C0-32FF |
|---|---|
| P2/CPU's Team Never Scores | 00C0-3300 |
| Round Number Modifier (Replace ? With 0-5) | 00C0-340? |
Basketball Nightmare walkthroughs & guides
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Playing Master System games today
The Master System library is full of colorful arcade-style games that are easy to pick up. Many titles also appear in Sega's official compilations.
Basketball Nightmare FAQ
Who made Basketball Nightmare?
It was developed by SEGA.
Is Basketball Nightmare multiplayer?
Yes. Basketball Nightmare supports up to 2 players.
How long does Basketball Nightmare take to play?
As a sports game, Basketball Nightmare 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 Basketball Nightmare 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.