Sega genesis sports games

Madden NFL 95 is my favorite for football by a slim margin. I prefer the SNES versions though. Presents Major League Baseball for your bit baseball and call it a day. These are more notable for realistic innovations than for being fun, though, so expect to labor through games. Other people seem to favor Sports Talk Baseball , a briskly paced standard old-school title with hilariously bad play-by-play.

One of the coolest parts about this game? The live commentary, with play-by-play analysis from voiceover experts hence the name, Sports Talk Baseball! Where did it get its start? On the Sega Genesis, of course, way back in But it was the edition that scored the most goals with fans and critics. Swap between players on your team with a click, maneuvering around the field and juggling the ball as you go.

Then, when the opportunity strikes, take your shot! Run and pass your way to victory on offense, and shoot for tackles and interceptions on defense. Teams with the highest score at the end of each round wins. This stellar basketball game incorporates all the basketball mechanics you know and love two teams duking it out on the b-ball court , but with a twist. For instance, players can jump extremely high as in, above the hoop itself , and there is no penalty for unsportsmanlike conduct such as pushing or shoving.

NBA Jam was one of the best Sega Genesis sports games in its own right, but the Tournament Edition was even better, adding in Tournament mode, player attributes, and a new in-game announcer. Our 1 pick among the best sports games for Sega Genesis? Assume control of your entire team switching between players as you move across the rink in your effort to score the most goals. WWF Royal Rumble. I did find the bracket though:. What system was Blades of Steel for?

I loved that game was that NIntendo? But the EA hockey was definately my favorite of all time. Actually just off by one year. Both games are definitely solid, without question. When I was doing some research for that particular section, I read some people talking about framerate hiccups and AI issues as well.

Perhaps it clouded my judgment, but both games are exceedingly fun without question. They are supposed to go above and after the word FIFA. Could be that that japanese dodgeball game earned to be on this list. One of the most fun sports games I played on Genesis. You would kick the ball and depending on how hard you kicked it or spiked the volleyball it would change shape for super kicks.

I really wish I knew the name of that game!!! Your email address will not be published. Notify me of followup comments via e-mail. Guides Journal Together Retro Forum. The variety of sports games available for the Genesis is impressive. Fewer risks are being taken with games these days. Genesis sports titles are a great example of the opposite approach, with several games that stray from the norm. Lastly, the Genesis may be blessed with the greatest collection of sports titles in videogame history.

Loved tearing up on the running game with Barry Sanders. Both are definitely worth a look. Wrestlemania: The Arcade Game : Midway developed this one, adding weird character traits, such as the Undertaker casting spirits at opponents.

If you like your wrestling a little wacky, give this one a chance. Other Speedball 2: Fast-paced, violent futuristic handball is the best way to describe it. Two teams of nine guys try to score goals with a steel ball. No rules and fun gameplay make it an enjoyable experience. Brian Lara Cricket: Not much to say here. Championship Pool: Nine different gameplay modes make this potentially the longest lasting billiards game around.

Side Pocket: For my money, the best pool game available on the Genesis. Great single player mode along with fun multiplayer and a solid soundtrack. The big hook is obviously the Tiny Toon cast, but the game is much better with a group of friends instead of a stand-alone experience.

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