Nacho Libre DS box art

Nintendo DS · Sports

Nacho Libre

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SystemNintendo DS
Released2006
GenreSports
DeveloperBudcat Creations
PublisherMajesco Entertainment
Players1–2 players
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 3

Released for the Nintendo DS in 2006, Nacho Libre is a sports game developed by Budcat Creations and published by Majesco Entertainment.

It landed about 2 years into the DS's life. Other notable DS releases from 2006 include New Super Mario Bros., Animal Crossing: Wild World and Mario & Luigi: Partners in Time.

Budcat Creations also made The New York Times Crosswords for the DS.

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Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.

Nacho Libre gameplay screenshot on DS
In-game screenshot (DS)

Nacho Libre cheats & codes

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

1P Max Health620B4178 00000000 B20B4178 00000000 20000040 0000003F D2000000 00000000

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Nacho Libre walkthroughs & guides

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Nacho Libre FAQ

When did Nacho Libre come out on the DS?

Nacho Libre was released for the Nintendo DS in 2006.

Who made Nacho Libre?

It was developed by Budcat Creations and published by Majesco Entertainment.

Is Nacho Libre multiplayer?

Yes. Nacho Libre supports up to 2 players.

How long does Nacho Libre take to play?

As a sports game, Nacho Libre 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 Nacho Libre 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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