Product Overview
- Product Name: Roller Games
- New or Used: Used
- In Box or Loose: Loose
- Overall Condition: 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 into the high-octane world of RollerGames for the NES, a unique fusion of side-scrolling action and roller derby mayhem. Based on the 1989 TV show, players choose from three heroic teams—T-Birds, Hot Flash, or Rockers—to rescue the kidnapped commissioner from the nefarious V.I.P.E.R. syndicate. Navigate treacherous terrains, battle rival skaters, and overcome environmental hazards, all while mastering the momentum-based controls that simulate the thrill of roller skating.
Gameplay Features
- Select from three distinct teams, each offering unique strengths and special moves.
- Engage in a mix of combat and platforming across diverse stages, including urban landscapes and perilous highways.
- Utilize limited-use special attacks to gain an edge in challenging encounters.
- Experience dynamic level designs with obstacles like collapsing platforms, flamethrowers, and enemy ambushes.
- Enjoy a soundtrack composed by Atsushi Fujio, enhancing the game's intense atmosphere.
Historical Trivia or Fun Fact
Despite its innovative gameplay, RollerGames remains one of Konami's underrated gems, never receiving a re-release on modern platforms. The game's artwork was crafted by Tom duBois, renowned for his contributions to titles like Castlevania III and Contra, adding a layer of collectible appeal for fans and collectors alike.
Additional Details
- Variant:
- Genre: Sports
- Year Released: 1990
- Publisher: Ultra
- Developer: Konami
- ESRB Rating: N/A
- UPC: 083717120117
- SKU: 12397
- 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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