NBA Showdown (1994)

Platforms: Genesis
Where to get it: My Abandonware

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How it feels

A brisk, arcade-style basketball game that feels responsive and competitive, capturing the energy of a fast five-on-five match on classic 16-bit hardware.

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About

Released in 1994 for the Sega Genesis, NBA Showdown is an arcade-style basketball title that features gameplay set within the National Basketball Association context. The experience offers competitive matches on classic court settings tailored to console hardware of its era.

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