Win, Lose or Draw NES box art

Nintendo Entertainment System · Board, Card & Party / Strategy

Win, Lose or Draw

SystemNintendo Entertainment System
Released1990 (originally 1988)
GenreBoard, Card & Party, Strategy
DeveloperSoftie
PublisherHiTech Software
Players1–6 players
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyDeep cut

Released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1990, Win, Lose or Draw is a board, card or party game developed by Softie and published by HiTech Software. This NES release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1988. It blends board, card & party and strategy elements.

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.

Softie also made Harlem Globetrotters and Classic Concentration for the NES.

Win, Lose or Draw supports up to 6 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.

Pick it if…

  • you want to think and plan
  • 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 action or story rather than tabletop-style play

What playing Win, Lose or Draw is like

Board, card, quiz and party games bring tabletop classics and social games to the screen, from chess and mahjong to trivia and casino games.

Tip for newcomers: These games are usually best with company; check how many players are supported before game night.

Win, Lose or Draw gameplay screenshot on NES
In-game screenshot (NES)

Win, Lose or Draw cheats & codes

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

Fake Infinite Time02C3:DB

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Win, Lose or Draw 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.

Win, Lose or Draw FAQ

When did Win, Lose or Draw come out on the NES?

Win, Lose or Draw was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1990; the original game dates back to 1988.

Who made Win, Lose or Draw?

It was developed by Softie and published by HiTech Software.

Is Win, Lose or Draw multiplayer?

Yes. Win, Lose or Draw supports up to 6 players.

How long does Win, Lose or Draw take to play?

As a board, card or party game, Win, Lose or Draw 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.

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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