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Football Champ
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| System | Super Nintendo |
|---|---|
| Released | 1992 (originally 1990) |
| Genre | Sports |
| Developer | Taito |
| Publisher | Taito |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 2 |
Released for the Super Nintendo in 1992, Football Champ is a sports game developed by Taito. Depending on the region, you may also know it as Super Soccer Champ or Euro Football Champ. This SNES release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1990.
It came out in the SNES's second year on the market. Other notable SNES releases from 1992 include The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past, Super Mario Kart and Final Fantasy V.
Taito also made Space Invaders, Lufia & the Fortress of Doom and Arkanoid for the SNES.
Football Champ 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 SNES hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you need current teams and rosters
What playing Football Champ 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Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.
Football Champ cheats & codes
23 codes on file (Game Genie, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Faster Timer | F32B-D400 |
|---|---|
| Slower Timer | 5D2B-D400 |
| Faster Brazil Strikers | D4E7-6DEF |
| Faster USA Strikers | D4E0-6DEF |
| Faster England Strikers | D4ED-6DEF |
| Faster Germany Strikers | D4E3-0DEF |
Football Champ walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Football Champ.
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Playing SNES games today
The SNES library has aged exceptionally well, especially its RPGs, platformers and puzzle games. A large selection is available on Nintendo Switch Online, and if you own the cartridges you can play your backups in an emulator such as Rec0m88, including online with friends.
Football Champ FAQ
When did Football Champ come out on the SNES?
Football Champ was released for the Super Nintendo in 1992; the original game dates back to 1990.
Who made Football Champ?
It was developed by Taito.
Is Football Champ multiplayer?
Yes. Football Champ supports up to 2 players.
How long does Football Champ take to play?
As a sports game, Football Champ 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 Football Champ 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.