Super Nintendo · Sports
NCAA Basketball
Deep cut
| System | Super Nintendo |
|---|---|
| Released | 1992 |
| Genre | Sports |
| Developer | Sculptured Software |
| Publisher | Nintendo |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 4 |
Released for the Super Nintendo in 1992, NCAA Basketball is a sports game developed by Sculptured Software and published by Nintendo. Depending on the region, you may also know it as World League Basketball.
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.
Sculptured Software also made Doom, WWF WrestleMania: The Arcade Game and Super Star Wars for the SNES.
NCAA Basketball 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 NCAA Basketball 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Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.
NCAA Basketball cheats & codes
46 codes on file (Game Genie, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Shot Timer Starts At 10 Seconds Instead Of 45 | FDBB-DDD9 |
|---|---|
| Shot Timer Starts At 20 Seconds | 4DBB-DDD9 |
| Shot Timer Starts At 30 Seconds | 7DBB-DDD9 |
| Shot Timer Starts At 60 Seconds | 1DBB-DDD9 |
| Shot Timer Starts At 90 Seconds | BDBB-DDD9 |
| Infinite Time To Shoot | C2B5-DDA9 |
NCAA Basketball walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for NCAA Basketball.
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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.
NCAA Basketball FAQ
When did NCAA Basketball come out on the SNES?
NCAA Basketball was released for the Super Nintendo in 1992.
Who made NCAA Basketball?
It was developed by Sculptured Software and published by Nintendo.
Is NCAA Basketball multiplayer?
Yes. NCAA Basketball supports up to 2 players.
How long does NCAA Basketball take to play?
As a sports game, NCAA Basketball 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 NCAA Basketball 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.