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NFL
Deep cut
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1989 |
| Genre | Sports |
| Developer | Enteractive |
| Publisher | LJN |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 2 |
NFL is a sports game released in 1989 for the Nintendo Entertainment System, developed by Enteractive and published by LJN.
It landed about 4 years into the NES's life. Other notable NES releases from 1989 include Mother, Castlevania III: Dracula's Curse and DuckTales.
NFL 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 NFL 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Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.
NFL cheats & codes
6 codes on file (Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Emulator memory codes codes to start with:
| Stop The Play Clock | 008A:00 |
|---|---|
| Team 2 Score Modifier (Ten's Digit) | 00BE:00 |
| Team 2 Score Modifier (One's Digit) | 00BF:00 |
| Player 1 Score Modifier | 00AE:00
00AF:00 |
| Player 2 Score Modifier | 00BE:00
00BF:00 |
| Game Clock Modifier | 0085:00
0086:00
0087:00
0088:00 |
NFL walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for NFL.
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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.
NFL FAQ
When did NFL come out on the NES?
NFL was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1989.
Who made NFL?
It was developed by Enteractive and published by LJN.
Is NFL multiplayer?
No. NFL is a single-player game.
How long does NFL take to play?
As a sports game, NFL 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 NFL 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.