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American Gladiators
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1991 |
| Genre | Sports |
| Developer | Incredible Technologies |
| Publisher | GameTek |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| ESRB | E |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 7 |
Released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1991, American Gladiators is a sports game developed by Incredible Technologies and published by GameTek.
It landed about 6 years into the NES's life. Other notable NES releases from 1991 include Pac-Man, Battletoads and Yoshi. Among the 132 NES sports games in our database, it ranks #21 by legacy score.
American Gladiators 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
Maybe skip it if…
- you need current teams and rosters
What playing American Gladiators 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Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.
American Gladiators cheats & codes
39 codes on file (Other codes). Here are a few Other codes codes to start with:
| Infinite Lives P1 | 0593:09 |
|---|---|
| Infinite Timer [Joust] | 07F8:63 |
| Infinite Timer [Human Cannonball] | 07F1:63 |
| Infinite Timer [The Wall] | 047E:63 |
| Infinite Timer [Powerball & Assault] | 07F5:63 |
| Start with 1 life (player 1) | PEXALTIA |
American Gladiators walkthroughs & guides
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Playing NES games today
NES games are short on paper but often famously tough, so expect to replay levels and learn patterns. Many first-party titles are available through Nintendo Switch Online, original cartridges remain easy to find, and you can play backups of games you own in an emulator such as Rec0m88.
American Gladiators FAQ
When did American Gladiators come out on the NES?
American Gladiators was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1991.
Who made American Gladiators?
It was developed by Incredible Technologies and published by GameTek.
Is American Gladiators multiplayer?
Yes. American Gladiators supports up to 2 players.
How long does American Gladiators take to play?
As a sports game, American Gladiators 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 American Gladiators 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.