Great Volleyball Master System box art

Sega Master System · Sports

Great Volleyball

SystemSega Master System
Released1987
GenreSports
DeveloperSEGA
PublisherSEGA
Players1–2 players
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyDeep cut

Great Volleyball is a sports game released in 1987 for the Sega Master System, developed by SEGA.

It came out in the Master System's second year on the market. Other notable Master System releases from 1987 include Phantasy Star, Out Run and Alex Kidd: High-Tech World.

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

Great Volleyball 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 Volleyball 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Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.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 Volleyball gameplay screenshot on Master System
In-game screenshot (Master System)

Great Volleyball cheats & codes

4 codes on file (Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:

Team 1 Scores 9 (Left Side)00C4-E109
Team 2 Never Scores (Right Side)00C4-F100

See all Great Volleyball cheats

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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 Volleyball FAQ

When did Great Volleyball come out on the Master System?

Great Volleyball was released for the Sega Master System in 1987.

Who made Great Volleyball?

It was developed by SEGA.

Is Great Volleyball multiplayer?

Yes. Great Volleyball supports up to 2 players.

How long does Great Volleyball take to play?

As a sports game, Great Volleyball 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.

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