Nintendo Entertainment System · Sports
Base Wars
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1991 |
| Genre | Sports |
| Developer | Konami |
| Publisher | Ultra Games |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 6 |
Developed by Konami and published by Ultra Games, Base Wars arrived on the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1991 as a sports game. Depending on the region, you may also know it as Cyber Stadium Series: Base Wars.
It landed about 6 years into the NES's life. Other notable NES releases from 1991 include Pac-Man, Battletoads and Yoshi.
Konami also made Metal Gear, Castlevania and Castlevania III: Dracula's Curse for the NES.
Base Wars 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 Base Wars 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Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.
Base Wars cheats & codes
26 codes on file (Game Genie, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Infinite Money | SZNUZKSO |
|---|---|
| Buying Items Gives You Money | VYNUYKSO |
Base Wars walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Base Wars.
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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.
Base Wars FAQ
When did Base Wars come out on the NES?
Base Wars was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1991.
Who made Base Wars?
It was developed by Konami and published by Ultra Games.
Is Base Wars multiplayer?
Yes. Base Wars supports up to 2 players.
How long does Base Wars take to play?
As a sports game, Base Wars 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 Base Wars 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.