Ken Griffey, Jr.'s Winning Run SNES box art

Super Nintendo · Sports

Ken Griffey, Jr.'s Winning Run

Deep cut

SystemSuper Nintendo
Released1996
GenreSports
DeveloperRareware
PublisherNintendo
Players1–2 players
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
ESRBKA
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 4

Developed by Rareware and published by Nintendo, Ken Griffey, Jr.'s Winning Run arrived on the Super Nintendo in 1996 as a sports game.

It landed about 5 years into the SNES's life. Other notable SNES releases from 1996 include Super Mario RPG, FIFA 97 and Donkey Kong Country 3: Dixie Kong's Double Trouble!.

Rareware also made Donkey Kong Country, Donkey Kong Country 2: Diddy's Kong Quest and Donkey Kong Country 3: Dixie Kong's Double Trouble! for the SNES.

Ken Griffey, Jr.'s Winning Run 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 Ken Griffey, Jr.'s Winning Run 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Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.

Ken Griffey, Jr.'s Winning Run gameplay screenshot on SNES
In-game screenshot (SNES)

Ken Griffey, Jr.'s Winning Run cheats & codes

8 codes on file (Pro Action Replay). Here are a few Pro Action Replay codes to start with:

Out Modifier7E1ACD00
Ball Modifier7E1AD300
Inning Modifier7E1AD900
Score Modifier (Team 1)7F000000
Score Modifier (Team 2)7F006400
Top/Bottom Inning Modifier7E1ADA00

See all Ken Griffey, Jr.'s Winning Run cheats

Ken Griffey, Jr.'s Winning Run 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.

Ken Griffey, Jr.'s Winning Run FAQ

When did Ken Griffey, Jr.'s Winning Run come out on the SNES?

Ken Griffey, Jr.'s Winning Run was released for the Super Nintendo in 1996.

Who made Ken Griffey, Jr.'s Winning Run?

It was developed by Rareware and published by Nintendo.

Is Ken Griffey, Jr.'s Winning Run multiplayer?

Yes. Ken Griffey, Jr.'s Winning Run supports up to 2 players.

How long does Ken Griffey, Jr.'s Winning Run take to play?

As a sports game, Ken Griffey, Jr.'s Winning Run 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 Ken Griffey, Jr.'s Winning Run 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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