Speedball 2 Master System box art

Sega Master System · Sports

Speedball 2

SystemSega Master System
GenreSports
DeveloperThe Bitmap Brothers
PublisherVirgin Games
Players1–2 players
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyDeep cut

Developed by The Bitmap Brothers and published by Virgin Games, Speedball 2 arrived on the Sega Master System as a sports game.

The Bitmap Brothers also made Speedball for the Master System.

Speedball 2 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 Speedball 2 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Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.

Speedball 2 gameplay screenshot on Master System
In-game screenshot (Master System)

Speedball 2 cheats & codes

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

FAKE Team 2 Score Modifier (The Team On The Right-Hand Side Of The Screen!)00C0-92XX
Unlimited Money00DA-0B14

See all Speedball 2 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.

Speedball 2 FAQ

Who made Speedball 2?

It was developed by The Bitmap Brothers and published by Virgin Games.

Is Speedball 2 multiplayer?

Yes. Speedball 2 supports up to 2 players.

How long does Speedball 2 take to play?

As a sports game, Speedball 2 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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