Nintendo Entertainment System · Sports
M.U.S.C.L.E.: Tag Team Match
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1986 |
| Genre | Sports |
| Developer | TOSE |
| Publisher | Bandai Namco |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut |
Released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1986, M.U.S.C.L.E.: Tag Team Match is a sports game developed by TOSE and published by Bandai Namco.
It came out in the NES's second year on the market. Other notable NES releases from 1986 include Arkanoid, Metroid and Dragon Quest.
TOSE also made Chubby Cherub, Dragon Ball Z Side Story: Plan to Eradicate the Saiyans and Bases Loaded for the NES.
M.U.S.C.L.E.: Tag Team Match 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 M.U.S.C.L.E.: Tag Team Match 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Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.
M.U.S.C.L.E.: Tag Team Match cheats & codes
24 codes on file (Game Genie, Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Set Bout Length Timer To 20 | ZESELPLA |
|---|---|
| Set Bout Length Timer To 60 | TESELPLA |
| Set Bout Length Timer To 90 | PESELPLE |
| Computer Controlled Players Jump Faster | ZEUOUPPA |
| Computer Controlled Players Speed Up | ZASXAAPA |
| Invincibility Player 1 Team | OZUEPZSX
LTUEZXYG |
If you like M.U.S.C.L.E.: Tag Team Match, the Matrix also picks…
Tennis Classic
Baseball Classic
Soccer Classic
Ice Hockey Classic
Bases Loaded 3 Deep cut
Nintendo World Cup Classic
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.
M.U.S.C.L.E.: Tag Team Match FAQ
When did M.U.S.C.L.E.: Tag Team Match come out on the NES?
M.U.S.C.L.E.: Tag Team Match was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1986.
Who made M.U.S.C.L.E.: Tag Team Match?
It was developed by TOSE and published by Bandai Namco.
Is M.U.S.C.L.E.: Tag Team Match multiplayer?
Yes. M.U.S.C.L.E.: Tag Team Match supports up to 2 players.
How long does M.U.S.C.L.E.: Tag Team Match take to play?
As a sports game, M.U.S.C.L.E.: Tag Team Match 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.