World Class Rugby SNES box art

Super Nintendo · Sports

World Class Rugby

SystemSuper Nintendo
Released1993
GenreSports
DeveloperDenton Designs
PublisherImagineer
Players1–2 players
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyDeep cut

Developed by Denton Designs and published by Imagineer, World Class Rugby arrived on the Super Nintendo in 1993 as a sports game.

It landed about 2 years into the SNES's life. Other notable SNES releases from 1993 include Super Mario All-Stars, Secret of Mana and The Lost Vikings.

Denton Designs also made World Class Rugby 2: Kokunai Gekitou Hen '93 and Blanco World Class Rugby for the SNES.

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Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.

World Class Rugby gameplay screenshot on SNES
In-game screenshot (SNES)

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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.

World Class Rugby FAQ

When did World Class Rugby come out on the SNES?

World Class Rugby was released for the Super Nintendo in 1993.

Who made World Class Rugby?

It was developed by Denton Designs and published by Imagineer.

Is World Class Rugby multiplayer?

Yes. World Class Rugby supports up to 2 players.

How long does World Class Rugby take to play?

As a sports game, World Class Rugby 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.

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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