Nintendo Entertainment System · Sports
Bad News Baseball
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1990 |
| Genre | Sports |
| Developer | Tecmo |
| Publisher | Tecmo |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| ESRB | E |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 6 |
Bad News Baseball is a sports game released in 1990 for the Nintendo Entertainment System, developed by Tecmo.
It landed about 5 years into the NES's life. Other notable NES releases from 1990 include Final Fantasy III, Dr. Mario and Mega Man 3.
Tecmo also made Ninja Gaiden, Ninja Gaiden II: The Dark Sword of Chaos and Ninja Gaiden III: The Ancient Ship of Doom for the NES.
Bad News Baseball 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 Bad News Baseball 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Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.
Bad News Baseball cheats & codes
32 codes on file (Game Genie, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Wacky Shadow Ball | EATZZZ |
|---|---|
| Don't Hit The Ball | GEAZZZ |
| The Ball Is Gone | ZOOZZZ |
| Too Easy! | POTZZZ |
| CPU Is Really Messed Up In The Head | KEPKKK |
| Everyone Is Drunk | APOZYY |
Bad News Baseball walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Bad News Baseball.
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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.
Bad News Baseball FAQ
When did Bad News Baseball come out on the NES?
Bad News Baseball was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1990.
Who made Bad News Baseball?
It was developed by Tecmo.
Is Bad News Baseball multiplayer?
Yes. Bad News Baseball supports up to 2 players.
How long does Bad News Baseball take to play?
As a sports game, Bad News Baseball 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 Bad News Baseball 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.