Backyard Football '08
Nintendo DS · Sports
Backyard Football '08
Deep cut
| System | Nintendo DS |
|---|---|
| Genre | Sports |
| Developer | Humongous Entertainment |
| Publisher | Atari |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Backyard Football |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 1 |
Developed by Humongous Entertainment and published by Atari, Backyard Football '08 arrived on the Nintendo DS as a sports game.
It is part of the Backyard Football series. Humongous Entertainment also made Backyard Hockey and Backyard Football '09 for the DS.
Backyard Football '08 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 DS hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you need current teams and rosters
What playing Backyard Football '08 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Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.
Backyard Football '08 walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Backyard Football '08.
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Playing DS games today
Many DS games rely on the touchscreen and stylus, so they play best on original hardware, a 3DS, or an emulator with mouse or touch input such as Rec0m88. The library is enormous, which makes a recommendation engine especially handy.
Backyard Football '08 FAQ
Who made Backyard Football '08?
It was developed by Humongous Entertainment and published by Atari.
Is Backyard Football '08 multiplayer?
Yes. Backyard Football '08 supports up to 2 players.
How long does Backyard Football '08 take to play?
As a sports game, Backyard Football '08 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 Backyard Football '08 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.