World Cup Italia '90 Master System box art

Sega Master System · Sports

World Cup Italia '90

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

World Cup Italia '90 is a sports game released for the Sega Master System, developed by SEGA.

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

World Cup Italia '90 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 World Cup Italia '90 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Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.

World Cup Italia '90 gameplay screenshot on Master System
In-game screenshot (Master System)

World Cup Italia '90 cheats & codes

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

Team 2 Never Scores00C5-7000

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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.

World Cup Italia '90 FAQ

Who made World Cup Italia '90?

It was developed by SEGA.

Is World Cup Italia '90 multiplayer?

Yes. World Cup Italia '90 supports up to 2 players.

How long does World Cup Italia '90 take to play?

As a sports game, World Cup Italia '90 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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