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Super Nintendo · Sports

Tecmo Super Bowl III: Final Edition

Deep cut

SystemSuper Nintendo
Released1995
GenreSports
DeveloperTecmo
PublisherTecmo
Players1–2 players
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 1

Developed by Tecmo, Tecmo Super Bowl III: Final Edition arrived on the Super Nintendo in 1995 as a sports game.

It landed about 4 years into the SNES's life. Other notable SNES releases from 1995 include Chrono Trigger, Super Mario World 2: Yoshi's Island and Donkey Kong Country 2: Diddy's Kong Quest.

Tecmo also made Super Double Dragon, Captain Tsubasa 3: Koutei no Chousen and Captain Tsubasa 4: Pro no Rival Tachi for the SNES.

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Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.

Tecmo Super Bowl III: Final Edition gameplay screenshot on SNES
In-game screenshot (SNES)

Tecmo Super Bowl III: Final Edition cheats & codes

37 codes on file (Game Genie, Pro Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:

3 Minute Quarters Only Last 1 MinuteDF67-4709
Infinite DownsC9B7-CD08
Touchdowns Are Worth 0DFBA-17AC
Touchdowns Are Worth 1DFBA-17AC
Touchdowns Are Worth 2DFBA-17AC
Touchdowns Are Worth 5DFBA-17AC

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Tecmo Super Bowl III: Final Edition 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.

Tecmo Super Bowl III: Final Edition FAQ

When did Tecmo Super Bowl III: Final Edition come out on the SNES?

Tecmo Super Bowl III: Final Edition was released for the Super Nintendo in 1995.

Who made Tecmo Super Bowl III: Final Edition?

It was developed by Tecmo.

Is Tecmo Super Bowl III: Final Edition multiplayer?

Yes. Tecmo Super Bowl III: Final Edition supports up to 2 players.

How long does Tecmo Super Bowl III: Final Edition take to play?

As a sports game, Tecmo Super Bowl III: Final Edition 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 Tecmo Super Bowl III: Final Edition 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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