Aussie Rules Footy NES box art

Nintendo Entertainment System · Sports

Aussie Rules Footy

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SystemNintendo Entertainment System
Released1991
GenreSports
DeveloperLaser Beam Entertainment
PublisherBeam Software
Players1–2 players
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
SeriesAFL
ESRBE
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 4

Developed by Laser Beam Entertainment and published by Beam Software, Aussie Rules Footy arrived on the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1991 as a sports game.

It landed about 6 years into the NES's life. Other notable NES releases from 1991 include Pac-Man, Battletoads and Yoshi.

It is part of the AFL series. The series also appears on other systems with AFL Mascot Manor (DS).

Aussie Rules Footy 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 NES hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you need current teams and rosters

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Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.

Aussie Rules Footy gameplay screenshot on NES
In-game screenshot (NES)

Aussie Rules Footy cheats & codes

1 codes on file (Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Emulator memory codes codes to start with:

CPU Score0343:00

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Aussie Rules Footy 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.

Aussie Rules Footy FAQ

When did Aussie Rules Footy come out on the NES?

Aussie Rules Footy was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1991.

Who made Aussie Rules Footy?

It was developed by Laser Beam Entertainment and published by Beam Software.

Is Aussie Rules Footy multiplayer?

Yes. Aussie Rules Footy supports up to 2 players.

How long does Aussie Rules Footy take to play?

As a sports game, Aussie Rules Footy 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 Aussie Rules Footy 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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