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Sega Master System · Sports

California Games II

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SystemSega Master System
Released1993 (originally 1990)
GenreSports
DeveloperProbe Software
PublisherSEGA
Players1–8 players
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 3

Released for the Sega Master System in 1993, California Games II is a sports game developed by Probe Software and published by SEGA. This Master System release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1990.

It landed about 7 years into the Master System's life. Other notable Master System releases from 1993 include Sonic Chaos, James Bond 007: The Duel and Winter Olympics. Among the 48 Master System sports games in our database, it ranks #10 by legacy score.

Probe Software also made Mortal Kombat, Lemmings and Mortal Kombat II for the Master System.

California Games II supports up to 8 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 California Games II 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Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.

California Games II gameplay screenshot on Master System
In-game screenshot (Master System)

California Games II cheats & codes

9 codes on file (Other codes). Here are a few Other codes codes to start with:

Have Maximum 360 Aerials00C2-B0FF
Have Maximum Hand Plants00C2-B1FF
Have Maximum Ollies00C2-B3FF
Have Maximum Corkscrews00C2-B5FF
Have Maximum Board Slides00C2-B7FF
Have Maximum Obstacles Avoided00C2-B9FF

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California Games II 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.

California Games II FAQ

When did California Games II come out on the Master System?

California Games II was released for the Sega Master System in 1993; the original game dates back to 1990.

Who made California Games II?

It was developed by Probe Software and published by SEGA.

Is California Games II multiplayer?

Yes. California Games II supports up to 8 players.

How long does California Games II take to play?

As a sports game, California Games II 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 California Games II 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.

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