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Major League Baseball
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| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1988 |
| Genre | Sports |
| Developer | Atlus |
| Publisher | LJN |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 5 |
Major League Baseball is a sports game released in 1988 for the Nintendo Entertainment System, developed by Atlus and published by LJN.
It landed about 3 years into the NES's life. Other notable NES releases from 1988 include Super Mario Bros. 3, Super Mario Bros. 2 and Final Fantasy II.
Atlus also made Digital Devil Story: Megami Tensei, Digital Devil Story: Megami Tensei II and The Karate Kid for the NES.
Major League 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
- you've played the NES hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you need current teams and rosters
What playing Major League 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Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.
Major League Baseball cheats & codes
4 codes on file (Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Emulator memory codes codes to start with:
| Team 1 Score Modifier | 0109:00 |
|---|---|
| Team 2 Score Modifier | 010A:00 |
| Strike Modifier | 0105:00 |
| Out Modifier | 0104:00 |
Major League Baseball 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.
Major League Baseball FAQ
When did Major League Baseball come out on the NES?
Major League Baseball was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1988.
Who made Major League Baseball?
It was developed by Atlus and published by LJN.
Is Major League Baseball multiplayer?
Yes. Major League Baseball supports up to 2 players.
How long does Major League Baseball take to play?
As a sports game, Major League 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 Major League 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.