Product Overview
- Product Name: John Elway's Quarterback
- New or Used: Used
- In Box or Loose: Loose
- Overall Condition: Very Good
- Notes:
Photos show actual product for sale — no stock images used.
What's Included
- NES Game Cartridge: Yes
- Manual / Instructions: No
- Cartridge Dust Cover / Sleeve: No
- Original Retail Box: No
- Styrofoam Insert: No
- Extras:
Game Description
Step onto the gridiron in John Elway's Quarterback for the NES, a fast-paced football simulation that puts you in control of every play. Choose from a variety of offensive and defensive strategies, execute precise passes with an innovative aiming system, and outmaneuver your opponents in this arcade-style sports title. Whether playing solo or challenging a friend in two-player mode, experience the thrill of football action right from the line of scrimmage.
Gameplay Features
- Innovative passing mechanic using a movable cursor for targeted throws.
- Selection of nine offensive and six defensive plays, including special teams options.
- Two-player mode for head-to-head football matches.
- Dynamic control allowing players to switch between team members during play.
- Arcade-style gameplay with simplified rules and fast-paced action.
Historical Trivia or Fun Fact
Originally released as "Quarterback" in arcades, the game was rebranded as "John Elway's Quarterback" after the NFL star endorsed it in 1988. Notably, the NES version lacks official NFL licensing, resulting in generic team names and uniforms.
Additional Details
- Variant:
- Genre: Football
- Year Released: 1989
- Publisher: Tradewest
- Developer: Rare Ltd.
- ESRB Rating: N/A
- UPC: 031719198849
- SKU: 12279
- Format: Original Nintendo Entertainment system (NES) game cartridge
- Platform: Nintendo Entertainment System 8-bit video game console
- Region: NTSC (North America, Canada)
NES Game Cartridge Compatibility (NTSC Region)
This chart shows which video game systems support original NES cartridges:
| System | Supports NES Cartridges | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) | Yes | Original 1985–1995 model (front-loading design). |
| NES-101 "Top Loader" | Yes | Redesigned top-loading NES model released in 1993. |
| Analogue Nt / Nt Mini | Yes | Premium modern system with FPGA accuracy and HDMI out. |
| RetroUSB AVS | Yes | Modern FPGA-based console with 720p output. |
| Polymega (with EM01 NES Module) | Yes | Modular system supports NES cartridges via add-on EM01 module (emulation-based; compatibility may vary). |
| Retron 1 / 2 / 3 / 5 | Yes | Supports NES cartridges (emulation-based; compatibility may vary). |
| Japanese Famicom | No (without adapter) | Requires 72-to-60 pin adapter (uses different cartridge format). |
Note: Compatibility may vary on emulation-based or clone systems depending on cartridge variant and mapper chip used.
Important Information
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- All used items are cleaned, tested, and 100% guaranteed to work.
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