R.B.I. Baseball 2 Deep cut
Nintendo Entertainment System · Sports
R.B.I. Baseball
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| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1988 (originally 1986) |
| Genre | Sports |
| Developer | Midway |
| Publisher | Namco |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | R.B.I. Baseball |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 4 |
R.B.I. Baseball is a sports game released in 1988 for the Nintendo Entertainment System, developed by Midway and published by Namco. This NES release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1986.
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.
It is part of the R.B.I. Baseball series; on the NES you can also try R.B.I. Baseball 2. The series also appears on other systems with R.B.I. Baseball '95 (32X) and R.B.I. Baseball 3 (Genesis). Midway also made Arch Rivals: A Basketbrawl! for the NES.
R.B.I. 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 R.B.I. 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Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.
R.B.I. Baseball cheats & codes
13 codes on file (Other codes). Here are a few Other codes codes to start with:
| Instantly have a Home Run(If you don't foul) | NEOGVONO |
|---|---|
| 1st Player Score Modifier | 0118:00 |
| 2nd Player Score Modifier | 0119:00 |
| Inning Modifier | 0114:00 |
| All Missed Pitches Are Strikes | AOVLSLEI |
| Skip Title Scroll | XTOYYIAV |
R.B.I. 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.
R.B.I. Baseball FAQ
When did R.B.I. Baseball come out on the NES?
R.B.I. Baseball was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1988; the original game dates back to 1986.
Who made R.B.I. Baseball?
It was developed by Midway and published by Namco.
Is R.B.I. Baseball multiplayer?
Yes. R.B.I. Baseball supports up to 2 players.
How long does R.B.I. Baseball take to play?
As a sports game, R.B.I. 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 R.B.I. 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.