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TV Sports Basketball
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| System | TurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine |
|---|---|
| Released | 1991 |
| Genre | Sports |
| Developer | Cinemaware |
| Publisher | NEC |
| Players | 1–5 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 2 |
TV Sports Basketball is a sports game released in 1991 for the TurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine, developed by Cinemaware and published by NEC.
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 #9 by legacy score.
Cinemaware also made TV Sports Football and TV Sports Hockey for the TurboGrafx-16.
TV Sports Basketball supports up to 5 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 TV Sports 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Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.
TV Sports Basketball walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for TV Sports Basketball.
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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.
TV Sports Basketball FAQ
When did TV Sports Basketball come out on the TurboGrafx-16?
TV Sports Basketball was released for the TurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine in 1991.
Who made TV Sports Basketball?
It was developed by Cinemaware and published by NEC.
Is TV Sports Basketball multiplayer?
Yes. TV Sports Basketball supports up to 5 players.
How long does TV Sports Basketball take to play?
As a sports game, TV Sports 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 TV Sports 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.