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ABC Monday Night Football

MS-DOS - Released - 1989

ABC Sports and Data East team up to take you to the gridiron! Strap on your helmet, put that black stuff under your eyes and prepare yourself for football, Frank Gifford style! Features AFB voice synthesis technology. You can change receivers on the fly, throw maddening blitz plays at the QB, and stare blankly at the buxom cheerleaders. It all adds up the same.... it's football.

ABC Monday Night Football

Commodore 64 - Released - 1990

ABC Monday Night Football

Commodore Amiga - Released - 1990

Beat the House

Windows 3.X - Released - March 3, 1995

A game with the feel of a real casino, the player may wander around the overhead view of the joint, and indulge in blackjack, roulette, slots, or video poker to win virtual cash.

Champions World Class Soccer

Sega Genesis - Released - May 13, 1994

This soccer game offers 32 national teams to play, with none of the players' names shown. Shown from a slightly tilted 3rd-person side perspective, players can do an exhibition match, full tournament or go against a human player in the 2-player exhibition mode. The different teams are ranked by speed, offense and defence, and different team formations can be selected. The gameplay is very basic: players can pass, shoot, tackle with a third button used to switch between players. In the options menu, fouls and offside can be disabled, the amount of time per half can be determined and there is a radar and mini-map to track the other players. The European edition is endorsed by Ryan Giggs and the game uses a password system to continue tournaments

Chessmaster

Nintendo Game Boy Color - Released - November 15, 1999

Prepare to challenge the longest running console chess series, THE CHESSMASTER. In this Game Boy version of the game, you can choose to play at any one of 16 different skill levels, ranging from beginner to expert. For those just learning to play chess, take advantage of the Teaching mode that will show you all of the best moves to make. This game has a variety of options for chess fans, as you can set up the board however you like to simulate classic chess situations and challenges. You can even make your opponent’s pieces invisible for an added challenge. If you make a wrong move, the game will allow you to take back moves and try again. If you’d rather just see the outcome, merely ask THE CHESSMASTER and he’ll finish the game to checkmate. Play alone or against a friend through the use of the Game Boy Link Cable. You can also use the password function to resume a game already in progress.

EA Sports Double Header: EA Hockey / John Madden Football

Sega Genesis - Released - 1993

EA Sports Double Header is a compilation released in Europe. It is developed by developed by Park Place Productions and published by Electronic Arts. It contains the two games EA Hockey and John Madden Football. Most likely released in 1993. The game is also available with a vertical Swedish manual instead of the normal four language horizontal manual.

ESPN Baseball Tonight

Super Nintendo Entertainment System - Released - May 1, 1994

Step up to the plate with ESPN Baseball Tonight, the most realistic, fast-paced arcade style baseball game ever created. Featuring all 28 Major League Baseball teams and unprecedented access to ESPN studios, this game puts you in the center of action during a live ESPN baseball broadcast. Exceptional player control and game options make this the ultimate baseball simulation for your Super NES.

ESPN Baseball Tonight

Sega CD - Released - 1994

ESPN Baseball Tonight

Sega Genesis - Released - 1994

ESPN Baseball Tonight is a baseball game with both exhibition and playoff modes. Other modes included are both practice (both pitching and batting) and Home Run Derby modes. The game contains 28 real MLB teams but no actual players. Gameplay options include being able to turn errors on or off and to have assisted fielding on or off. Gameplay has the behind the batter viewpoint, whether pitching or batting. One thing to note when fielding, the player must manually throw the ball back to the pitcher for the game to continue.

ESPN National Hockey Night

Sega Genesis - Released - August 1, 1994

Now you and up to three friends can face off for an entire 84-game NHL season, including the Stanley Cup Playoffs and NHL Skills Challenge. Featuring the ultra-realistic ESPN look and feel, you can choose from two viewpoints during game play. Make on-ice line changes and save every game and player stats, thanks to battery back-up. Some 2,000 frames of body checks, slap shots and breakaways make you feel like you're into a real ESPN hockey broadcast. ESPN National Hockey Night - everything else is just practice.

ESPN National Hockey Night

Super Nintendo Entertainment System - Released - December 1, 1994

ESPN National Hockey Night

Sega CD - Released - 1994

ESPN National Hockey Night was one of the many hockey games released back in the day. This one featured all the NHL teams for its time, but lacked an official players license.

ESPN Speed World

Sega Genesis - Released - 1994

ESPN Speed World is a generic racing game that is made to resemble NASCAR. The player is given a stock car and can tune the car from the angle of the spoiler, to the setting of the shocks, and up to the pressure of the tires. There are three different types of speedways to race on: Super Speedway, Short Track and Road Courses with 5 different tracks for each to choose from. Players can choose to race against the computer that has all 23 other stock cars on the track at once or play head-to-head on a split screen against a friend.

ESPN Speedworld

Super Nintendo Entertainment System - Released - November 1, 1994

You've got the pedal to the metal. Your 5-liter turbo-charged modified street machine is screaming down the straightaway at 200 mph. Now you're drafting right on the tail of your nemesis. Suddenly you sling-shot past for the lead, blowing into the backstretch and full blast into the tightest corner of the track. Welcome to ESPN SPEEDWORLD, the highest octane stock car racing simulator ever created. It leaves the competition in the pits.

Jeopardy!

Sega Genesis - Released - February 1, 1993

There is a fine art to watching Jeopardy!, as any know-it-all could tell you. It used to mean shouting and calmly saying "I knew that..." Gametek changes all that by giving Jeopardy! fans everywhere an opportunity to really buzz in. Alex Trebek hosts this all-new video game version of television's longest-running game show. Featuring the digitized television studio, theme music, voice and photography of Alex himself, this Jeopardy! takes full advantage of the graphic and sound capabilities of the Sega Genesis. With over 3,500 new questions and answers (or is that answers and questions?) and 700 categories, it's sure to last many seasons without re-runs. Gametek's Jeopardy!, is the smartest game available on the Sega Genesis.

Jeopardy! Deluxe Edition

Sega Genesis - Released - June 21, 1993

So you think you're good enough to be on Jeopardy!? Well, here's your chance. GameTek's new Jeopardy! Deluxe Edition featuring Alex Trebek puts you on stage, against computer-generated opponents or up to two friends. Choose a category and an amount, and if you can ring in fast enough with the right answer, you're on your way to becoming the new Jeopardy! champion! Features include digitized photography of the TV studio, contestants, and Alex Trebek himself, as well as Alex's digitized voice and that oh-so-familiar theme music. Over 3,500 questions and answers from TV's longest-running game show will provide you with hours of entertainment, from your very first question all the way to Final Jeopardy!

Jeopardy! Sports Edition

Sega Genesis - Released - May 1, 1993

Listen up sports fans! Here's your chance to prove that armchair athletes have the most fun. If you're a sports buff, or you just love the challenge of a good contest, then this edition of Jeopardy! is just for you. Delve into past and current knowledge in Baseball, Basketball, Football and Hockey or explore categories like Bowl Games, Boxing, Coaches, College Standouts, Equipment, Golf Greats, Horse Racing, Olympic Events, Pitchers, Players, Rookies and Rules. The Sports Edition of Jeopardy! is a whole new ball game! With over 1,700 questions in sports-related categories, Jeopardy! Sports Edition will challenge your brain cells and leave you cheering. This new edition of Jeopardy! contains a variety of sports contestants, photography of Jeopardy's set and Alex Trebek's digitized voice. It's a truly authentic Jeopardy! experience. Take the Jeopardy! challenge today.

Joe Montana Football

Sega Genesis - Released - December 22, 1990

Pass for the touchdown with Joe Montana, the man who drove his team to four Super Bowl triumphs. Now you can hurl pinpoint passes, run brilliant plays. and score winning points with seconds to go! Hit the field with 16 pro teams, 16 smashing styles. Set your own Playbook strategy or use Joe's winning tip. Switch players at decisive moments and feel your strength and speed kick in, just like in real football! Launch a hard bullet or a long bomb, then dive for the catch! Stiff-arm the opposition to break away down the field. Dazzle the defense with turf-burning runs for extra yardage! Deliver bone-crushing tackles and wave goodbye to the casualties. Joe Montana is the greatest quarterback in football history. Can you keep your head cool and your passing arm hot? Pick your team. Choose your plays. Think and pass like Joe Montana!

John Madden Football

Sega Genesis - Released - November 1, 1990

Game modes are the usual pre-season, regular season, sudden death and playoffs. A special playoff mode for the 8 greatest teams is also available. The Genesis version features John Madden's digitized commentary speech and a battery-backed RAM for saving playoff results and player stats.

John Madden Football

Super Nintendo Entertainment System - Released - November 1, 1991

"Football is a game of one-on-one matchups. Real guys going at it. Win the matchups, win the game. That's what my game is all about." Call over 100 real pro plays from John Madden's playbook. If you don't like what you see, call an audible. Analyze big plays and blown assignments with instant replays. Feel the heat! First and long on your own 15 - and it's a mud bowl. IsoVision helps you spot the open receiver.

Muhammad Ali Heavyweight Boxing

Super Nintendo Entertainment System - Unreleased

Muhammad Ali Boxing was intended for release on the SNES by Virgin Games. The first mention of Muhammad Ali Boxing was at the Summer CES in 1993. It is not clear why this game did not get released, but it perhaps was due to Virgin's focus on the Genesis version (which happened with Mick and Mac, also unreleased on the SNES). A prototype ROM image exists for this game. It is unknown what the source of it is. The prototype is a relatively early version of the game. The graphics are largely the same between the boxers (the head sprite is different in the boxer selection screen, but nothing is different during actual gameplay). The game seemed to feature an interesting rotating boxing ring. There are no sounds in the game, aside from an announcer at the title screen. The gameplay is not very polished, and computer opponent usually beats you within seconds. There are no visual clues as to what causes the TKO, aside from the TKO meter that is not necessarily depleted when you lose.

Muhammad Ali Heavyweight Boxing

Sega Genesis - Released - December 1, 1992

Muhammad Ali Heavyweight Boxing, as the name implies, is a boxing game featuring the three-time World Heavyweight Champion. The game display 2D sprite-drawn boxers in a 3D ring (the so-called "FreeCam" 3D system), with the boxers moving around the ring in 360°. One or two players can choose the number of rounds (up to 15), the round length (up to 5 minutes), the number of times a fighter must be taken down to be T.K.O. and the number of referee counts (up to 10). There are two game modes: exhibition (which can be played against the computer or one-on-one by two players) and the tournament mode (single player). Players can choose among nine fictional fighters plus Muhammad Ali himself. The game features digitized speech, including samples of Ali's voice.

NFL's Greatest: San Francisco vs. Dallas 1978-1993

Sega CD - Released - October 1, 1993

Top stars for the Cowboys and 49ers from the 70's, 80's, and 90's in one game. Staubach, Dorsett, "Too Tall" Jones, Aikman, Irvin, Smith - take the field against Montana, Lott, Clark, Rice, Watters, Young - just to name a few! You choose the quarterback, you call the plays - then watch the action unfold in full color TruVideo! Imagine Tony Dorsett and Troy Aikman in the same backfield, or Steve Young hitting Dwight Clark with a TD pass, or "Too Tall" Jones chasing down Young - it can happen! 15 years of real football footage from the NFL Films Library and the latest Sega CD sound and technology make your dream game come to life!

NHL Hockey

Sega Genesis - Released - August 1, 1991

The game includes all of the 24 NHL teams and over 500 players, rated in over 15 skill categories. You can play the complete league season or create your own brand new league with up to 24 human participants. All the rough and tumble action of the sport is recreated from a top-down viewpoint. A full replay system is included. Digitized speech and organ music aim to bring authentic NHL arenas to life.

NHLPA Hockey 93

Super Nintendo Entertainment System - Released - December 1, 1992

Skate with all the greats! Over 500 real players have skated into the hot sequel to NHLPA Hockey. Now you can skate, stick and score with all the greats - Roenick, Bourque, Tocchet, and Kurri. Rosters of every professional team including expansion teams Ottawa and Tampa Bay!

Roundball: 2 on 2 Challenge

Nintendo Entertainment System - Released - May 1, 1992

Playground basketball goes big time with Roundball: 2-on-2 Challenge. Just imagine half-court, two-on-two (or one-on-one) basketball in an arena setting, complete with a scoreboard and an excited crowd. Your view of the playing area is all encompassing from the half-court line at the bottom of the screen to the basket itself as you near the top. Choose from the players available to customize your own team as you pass, block, steal, dunk, and shoot three-pointers on your way to victory. You can even shoot free throws should the other team foul you. If you think you're good enough, play Tournament Mode and take home the Roundball championship.

The Chessmaster

Nintendo Game Boy - Released - 1991

Introducing...The Chessmaster, the most powerful chess program in the world today - and the friendliest! The Chessmaster is the perfect chess companion, adversary and instructor for any chess player, beginner to expert. Outstanding features include: - 16 levels from Newcomer to Grandmaster - Teaching Mode shows all the possible moves - Codeword allows you to stop play and continue at a later time without resetting the board - Set up pieces in any position to play, analyze and solve chess problems - Takeback/Replay option allow review of past moves for analysis - all the way back to the beginning of the game, then forward again Now you can play, practice or challenge The Chessmaster anywhere you go...best of all you'll never lose a piece!

The Dream Team 3 on 3 Challenge

Commodore 64 - Released - 1991

Three-on-three basketball game featuring Patrick Ewing, Joe Dumars and Dominique Wilkins. Play as the 'Dream Team' or against the 'Dream Team'. The game features asphalt and hardwood courts in a few different locations. The game has 15 set plays that the players can execute, and a playmaker utility that allows you to come up with your own plays. The game also has a player-management utility that allows you to edit player attributes.

The Dream Team: 3 on 3 Challenge

MS-DOS - Released - 1991