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Nintendo Entertainment System · Pinball
Rollerball
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| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1988 (originally 1984) |
| Genre | Pinball |
| Developer | HAL Laboratory |
| Publisher | HAL Laboratory |
| Players | 1–4 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 2 |
Released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1988, Rollerball is a pinball game developed by HAL Laboratory. This NES release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1984.
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. Among the 5 NES pinball games in our database, it ranks #5 by legacy score.
HAL Laboratory also made Kirby's Adventure, Adventures of Lolo and Adventures of Lolo 2 for the NES.
Rollerball 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've played the NES hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you want variety beyond one or a few tables
What playing Rollerball is like
Video pinball recreates the flippers, ramps and bumpers of the real thing, often with tables that would be impossible in the physical world.
Tip for newcomers: Learn to trap the ball on a raised flipper to set up your shots, and look for the table's multiball triggers.
Rollerball cheats & codes
10 codes on file (Game Genie, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| All Players Start With Only 1 Ball | PANGIPLA |
|---|---|
| Infinite Balls For All Players | SZKGPXVS |
Rollerball walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Rollerball.
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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.
Rollerball FAQ
When did Rollerball come out on the NES?
Rollerball was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1988; the original game dates back to 1984.
Who made Rollerball?
It was developed by HAL Laboratory.
Is Rollerball multiplayer?
Yes. Rollerball supports up to 4 players.
How long does Rollerball take to play?
As a pinball game, Rollerball 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 Rollerball 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.