Takin' It to the Hoop TurboGrafx-16 box art

TurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine · Sports

Takin' It to the Hoop

SystemTurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine
Released1990
GenreSports
DeveloperAicom
PublisherNEC
Players1–2 players
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
ESRBKA
LegacyDeep cut

Released for the TurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine in 1990, Takin' It to the Hoop is a sports game developed by Aicom and published by NEC.

It came out in the TurboGrafx-16's second year on the market. Other notable TurboGrafx-16 releases from 1990 include Bonk's Adventure, Wonder Boy III: The Dragon's Trap and Klax.

Aicom also made Takeda Shingen and USA Pro Basketball for the TurboGrafx-16.

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Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.

Takin' It to the Hoop gameplay screenshot on TurboGrafx-16
In-game screenshot (TurboGrafx-16)

Takin' It to the Hoop cheats & codes

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

CPU Never Scores1f0ef8:00 1f0ef9:00

See all Takin' It to the Hoop cheats

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Playing TurboGrafx-16 games today

The TurboGrafx library is a shmup fan's dream and full of games most Western players never tried. The TurboGrafx-16 Mini and Nintendo Switch Online have brought many of them back.

Takin' It to the Hoop FAQ

When did Takin' It to the Hoop come out on the TurboGrafx-16?

Takin' It to the Hoop was released for the TurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine in 1990.

Who made Takin' It to the Hoop?

It was developed by Aicom and published by NEC.

Is Takin' It to the Hoop multiplayer?

Yes. Takin' It to the Hoop supports up to 2 players.

How long does Takin' It to the Hoop take to play?

As a sports game, Takin' It to the Hoop 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.

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