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Nintendo Entertainment System · Sports
NES Play Action Football
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1990 |
| Genre | Sports |
| Developer | Nintendo |
| Publisher | Nintendo |
| Players | 1–4 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 6 |
NES Play Action Football is a sports game released in 1990 for the Nintendo Entertainment System, developed by Nintendo.
It landed about 5 years into the NES's life. Other notable NES releases from 1990 include Final Fantasy III, Dr. Mario and Mega Man 3.
Nintendo also made Super Mario Bros., Super Mario Bros. 3 and Super Mario Bros. 2 for the NES.
NES Play Action Football 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
Maybe skip it if…
- you need current teams and rosters
What playing NES Play Action Football 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Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.
NES Play Action Football cheats & codes
18 codes on file (Game Genie, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| 30-Minute Quarters | TOKYLKYE |
|---|---|
| 10-Minute Quarters | ZEKYLKYE |
| No Timeouts (Player 2) | KEKLUNSE |
| 6 Timeouts Per Half | TEUUNYLA
TEUUNYLA |
| 1 Timeout Per Half | PEUUNYLA
PEUUNYLA |
NES Play Action Football 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.
NES Play Action Football FAQ
When did NES Play Action Football come out on the NES?
NES Play Action Football was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1990.
Who made NES Play Action Football?
It was developed by Nintendo.
Is NES Play Action Football multiplayer?
Yes. NES Play Action Football supports up to 4 players.
How long does NES Play Action Football take to play?
As a sports game, NES Play Action Football 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 NES Play Action Football 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.