Family Trainer 1: Athletic World NES box art

Nintendo Entertainment System · Sports

Family Trainer 1: Athletic World

SystemNintendo Entertainment System
Released1986
GenreSports
DeveloperTRY
PublisherBandai
Players1 player
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
ESRBE
LegacyDeep cut

Developed by TRY and published by Bandai, Family Trainer 1: Athletic World arrived on the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1986 as a sports game.

It came out in the NES's second year on the market. Other notable NES releases from 1986 include Arkanoid, Metroid and Dragon Quest.

TRY also made Athletic World for the NES.

Family Trainer 1: Athletic World is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.

Pick it if…

  • you want to race and compete
  • you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
  • you've played the NES hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you need current teams and rosters
  • you are looking for something to play with friends

What playing Family Trainer 1: Athletic World 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Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.

Family Trainer 1: Athletic World gameplay screenshot on NES
In-game screenshot (NES)

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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.

Family Trainer 1: Athletic World FAQ

When did Family Trainer 1: Athletic World come out on the NES?

Family Trainer 1: Athletic World was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1986.

Who made Family Trainer 1: Athletic World?

It was developed by TRY and published by Bandai.

Is Family Trainer 1: Athletic World multiplayer?

No. Family Trainer 1: Athletic World is a single-player game.

How long does Family Trainer 1: Athletic World take to play?

As a sports game, Family Trainer 1: Athletic World 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.

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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