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Bad News Baseball
Bad News BaseballCartoonish baseball fun for kids on the NES
Sega Soccer Slam
Sega Soccer SlamArcade soccer with crazy moves, power-ups, and split‑screen mayhem.
Overview
Description

Bad News Baseball brings classic baseball rules to life with playful, cartoon-style graphics that appeal to younger players. Developed by Tecmo for the Nintendo Entertainment System, it offers a single‑player progression through opposing teams using password saves. While it lacks a full season mode, the game tracks pitcher stamina and team defeats, adding strategic depth. Players can also enjoy head‑to‑head matches in multiplayer mode, making it a versatile sports title for families.

Sega Soccer Slam delivers fast‑paced, over‑the‑top soccer action where colorful characters unleash special powers and wild tackles to dominate the field. Play through Quest mode to unlock secret stadiums, hidden items, and master each player’s unique abilities. Challenge friends in split‑screen multiplayer or go solo in practice mode, then crank up the weather for an extra‑chaotic tournament experience. The game blends sport, action, and comedy for a truly rowdy soccer showdown.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)
Paid (One-time)
Category
Team Sports
Team Sports
Best for
Kids who enjoy baseball
Fans of fast‑paced, arcade‑style sports games
Specifications
Specifications
developer
Tecmo
Black Box Games
publisher
Tecmo
Sega
multiplayer
Single player, Multiplayer
Single player, Co-operative, Split screen
age rating
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ESRB E, PEGI 7
critic score
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83/100
General
release date
1989-12-15
2002-03-18
msrp
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$19.99
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Simple controls suitable for children
  • Password save lets players continue progress
  • Cartoon style adds charm
  • Pitcher stamina adds strategic depth
  • High‑energy arcade gameplay
  • Diverse character roster with unique powers
  • Robust local multiplayer options
  • Replay value through unlockable content
Cons
  • No full season mode
  • Limited to NES hardware
  • Password system can be cumbersome
  • Graphics are dated by modern standards
  • Limited to two platforms only
  • No online multiplayer support
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