Roundball: 2 on 2 Challenge NES box art

Nintendo Entertainment System · Sports

Roundball: 2 on 2 Challenge

Deep cut

SystemNintendo Entertainment System
Released1992
GenreSports
DeveloperData East
PublisherMindscape
Players1–4 players
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 2

Roundball: 2 on 2 Challenge is a sports game released in 1992 for the Nintendo Entertainment System, developed by Data East and published by Mindscape.

It landed about 7 years into the NES's life. Other notable NES releases from 1992 include Mega Man 4, Mega Man 5 and Yoshi's Cookie.

Data East also made Werewolf: The Last Warrior, Cobra Command and Bad Dudes Vs. DragonNinja for the NES.

Roundball: 2 on 2 Challenge 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 need current teams and rosters

What playing Roundball: 2 on 2 Challenge 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Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.

Roundball: 2 on 2 Challenge gameplay screenshot on NES
In-game screenshot (NES)

Roundball: 2 on 2 Challenge cheats & codes

16 codes on file (Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Emulator memory codes codes to start with:

3PT Is Maxed (Ten's Digit)66BA:09
3PT Is Maxed (One's Digit)66BB:09
FG Is Maxed (Ten's Digit)66BF:09
FG Is Maxed (One's Digit)66C0:09
FT Is Maxed (Ten's Digit)66C4:09
FT Is Maxed (One's Digit)66C5:09

See all Roundball: 2 on 2 Challenge cheats

Roundball: 2 on 2 Challenge 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.

Roundball: 2 on 2 Challenge FAQ

When did Roundball: 2 on 2 Challenge come out on the NES?

Roundball: 2 on 2 Challenge was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1992.

Who made Roundball: 2 on 2 Challenge?

It was developed by Data East and published by Mindscape.

Is Roundball: 2 on 2 Challenge multiplayer?

Yes. Roundball: 2 on 2 Challenge supports up to 4 players.

How long does Roundball: 2 on 2 Challenge take to play?

As a sports game, Roundball: 2 on 2 Challenge 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 Roundball: 2 on 2 Challenge 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.

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