Ballistix TurboGrafx-16 box art

TurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine · Sports

Ballistix

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SystemTurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine
Released1991 (originally 1989)
GenreSports
DeveloperReflections Interactive
PublisherNEC
Players1–2 players
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 2

Developed by Reflections Interactive and published by NEC, Ballistix arrived on the TurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine in 1991 as a sports game. This TurboGrafx-16 release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1989.

It landed about 2 years into the TurboGrafx-16's life. Other notable TurboGrafx-16 releases from 1991 include Turrican, Raiden and Columns. Among the 26 TurboGrafx-16 sports games in our database, it ranks #4 by legacy score.

Ballistix 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 TurboGrafx-16 hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you need current teams and rosters

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Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.

Ballistix gameplay screenshot on TurboGrafx-16
In-game screenshot (TurboGrafx-16)

Ballistix cheats & codes

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

CPU Never Scores1f06dd:00

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Ballistix walkthroughs & guides

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Ballistix FAQ

When did Ballistix come out on the TurboGrafx-16?

Ballistix was released for the TurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine in 1991; the original game dates back to 1989.

Who made Ballistix?

It was developed by Reflections Interactive and published by NEC.

Is Ballistix multiplayer?

Yes. Ballistix supports up to 2 players.

How long does Ballistix take to play?

As a sports game, Ballistix 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 Ballistix 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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