World Class Track Meet NES box art

Nintendo Entertainment System · Sports

World Class Track Meet

SystemNintendo Entertainment System
Released1988
GenreSports
DeveloperBandai Namco
PublisherNintendo
Players1–6 players
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyDeep cut

Released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1988, World Class Track Meet is a sports game developed by Bandai Namco and published by Nintendo.

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.

Bandai Namco also made Akuma-kun, Xevious and Monster Party for the NES.

World Class Track Meet supports up to 6 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 World Class Track Meet 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Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.

World Class Track Meet gameplay screenshot on NES
In-game screenshot (NES)

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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.

World Class Track Meet FAQ

When did World Class Track Meet come out on the NES?

World Class Track Meet was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1988.

Who made World Class Track Meet?

It was developed by Bandai Namco and published by Nintendo.

Is World Class Track Meet multiplayer?

Yes. World Class Track Meet supports up to 6 players.

How long does World Class Track Meet take to play?

As a sports game, World Class Track Meet 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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