Magic Darts NES box art

Nintendo Entertainment System · Sports

Magic Darts

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SystemNintendo Entertainment System
Released1991
GenreSports
DeveloperRomstar Incorporated
PublisherRomstar
Players1–4 players
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 3

Developed by Romstar Incorporated and published by Romstar, Magic Darts 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.

Romstar Incorporated also made Cowboy Kid and Trojan for the NES.

Magic Darts supports up to 4 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 Magic Darts 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Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.

Magic Darts gameplay screenshot on NES
In-game screenshot (NES)

Magic Darts cheats & codes

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

Character Modifier P104B6:00
P1 Shot Points Modifier0455:63

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Magic Darts 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.

Magic Darts FAQ

When did Magic Darts come out on the NES?

Magic Darts was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1991.

Who made Magic Darts?

It was developed by Romstar Incorporated and published by Romstar.

Is Magic Darts multiplayer?

Yes. Magic Darts supports up to 4 players.

How long does Magic Darts take to play?

As a sports game, Magic Darts 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 Magic Darts 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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