Great Football Master System box art

Sega Master System · Sports

Great Football

Deep cut

SystemSega Master System
GenreSports
DeveloperSEGA
PublisherSEGA
Players1–2 players
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 1

Developed by SEGA, Great Football arrived on the Sega Master System as a sports game. Depending on the region, you may also know it as Sports Pad Football.

SEGA also made Alex Kidd in Miracle World, Phantasy Star and Hang-On for the Master System.

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Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.

Great Football gameplay screenshot on Master System
In-game screenshot (Master System)

Great Football walkthroughs & guides

Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Great Football.

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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.

Great Football FAQ

Who made Great Football?

It was developed by SEGA.

Is Great Football multiplayer?

Yes. Great Football supports up to 2 players.

How long does Great Football take to play?

As a sports game, Great Football 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 Great Football 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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