Nintendo Entertainment System · Sports
Nintendo World Cup
Certified classic
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1990 |
| Genre | Sports |
| Developer | Technos Japan Corp. |
| Publisher | Nintendo |
| Players | 1–4 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| ESRB | E |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 19 |
Developed by Technos Japan Corp. and published by Nintendo, Nintendo World Cup arrived on the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1990 as a sports game.
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. Among the 132 NES sports games in our database, it ranks #1 by legacy score.
Technos Japan Corp. also made River City Ransom, Double Dragon and Double Dragon III: The Sacred Stones for the NES.
Nintendo World Cup 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 want to experience one of the NES's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you need current teams and rosters
What playing Nintendo World Cup 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Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.
Nintendo World Cup cheats & codes
35 codes on file (Game Genie, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| 1 Minute In Tournament Mode | AAUVKZLA |
|---|---|
| 6 Minutes In Tournament Mode | IAUVKZLA |
| 9 Minutes In Tournament Mode | AAUVKZLE |
| 6 Minutes In Match Mode | IAKTXXPA |
| 3 Minutes In Match Mode | ZAKTXXPA |
| 1 Minutes In Match Mode | AAKTXXPA |
Nintendo World Cup 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.
Nintendo World Cup FAQ
When did Nintendo World Cup come out on the NES?
Nintendo World Cup was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1990.
Who made Nintendo World Cup?
It was developed by Technos Japan Corp. and published by Nintendo.
Is Nintendo World Cup multiplayer?
Yes. Nintendo World Cup supports up to 4 players.
How long does Nintendo World Cup take to play?
As a sports game, Nintendo World Cup 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 Nintendo World Cup 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.