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Super Nintendo · Sports

HardBall III

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SystemSuper Nintendo
Released1994 (originally 1992)
GenreSports
DeveloperMindSpan
PublisherAccolade
Players1–2 players
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
SeriesHardball
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 1

HardBall III is a sports game released in 1994 for the Super Nintendo, developed by MindSpan and published by Accolade. This SNES release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1992.

It landed about 3 years into the SNES's life. Other notable SNES releases from 1994 include Final Fantasy VI, Donkey Kong Country and Super Metroid.

It is part of the Hardball series.

HardBall III 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 HardBall III 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Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.

HardBall III gameplay screenshot on SNES
In-game screenshot (SNES)

HardBall III cheats & codes

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

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HardBall III walkthroughs & guides

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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.

HardBall III FAQ

When did HardBall III come out on the SNES?

HardBall III was released for the Super Nintendo in 1994; the original game dates back to 1992.

Who made HardBall III?

It was developed by MindSpan and published by Accolade.

Is HardBall III multiplayer?

Yes. HardBall III supports up to 2 players.

How long does HardBall III take to play?

As a sports game, HardBall III 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 HardBall III 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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