Nintendo Entertainment System · Sports
Tecmo NBA Basketball
Deep cut
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1992 |
| Genre | Sports |
| Developer | Tecmo |
| Publisher | Tecmo |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 5 |
Tecmo NBA Basketball is a sports game released in 1992 for the Nintendo Entertainment System, developed by Tecmo.
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.
Tecmo also made Ninja Gaiden, Ninja Gaiden II: The Dark Sword of Chaos and Ninja Gaiden III: The Ancient Ship of Doom for the NES.
Tecmo NBA Basketball 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 Tecmo NBA Basketball 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Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.
Tecmo NBA Basketball cheats & codes
53 codes on file (Game Genie, Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Infinite Timeouts | SLVUPUVS |
|---|---|
| 2-Point Shots Worth 1, 3-Point Shots Worth 2 | AEOLVPPA |
| 2-Point Shots Worth 3, 3-Point Shots Worth 4 | ZEOLVPPA |
| 2-Point Shots Worth 4, 3-Point Shots Worth 5 | LEOLVPPA |
| 2-Point Shots Worth 5, 3-Point Shots Worth 6 | GEOLVPPA |
| 2-Point Shots Worth 6, 3-Point Shots Worth 7 | IEOLVPPA |
Tecmo NBA Basketball 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.
Tecmo NBA Basketball FAQ
When did Tecmo NBA Basketball come out on the NES?
Tecmo NBA Basketball was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1992.
Who made Tecmo NBA Basketball?
It was developed by Tecmo.
Is Tecmo NBA Basketball multiplayer?
Yes. Tecmo NBA Basketball supports up to 2 players.
How long does Tecmo NBA Basketball take to play?
As a sports game, Tecmo NBA Basketball 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 Tecmo NBA Basketball 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.