Product Overview
- Product Name: Tecmo Bowl
- New or Used: Used
- In Box or Loose: Loose
- Overall Condition: Very Good
- Save Battery Status*: Not Applicable – Does Not Use Battery
- Notes: A clean and presentable copy that still shows nicely. Great pick for any NES collection.
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
Tecmo Bowl is a landmark Nintendo NES 8-bit football game that revolutionized how the sport was represented on home consoles. Featuring real NFL teams and star players, the game delivers fast-moving, offense-driven action that blends approachable controls with immediate on-field excitement.
What elevates Tecmo Bowl beyond earlier sports titles is its focus on momentum and play execution. Running lanes open and close quickly, passing windows demand timing, and defensive positioning can instantly swing a drive. The result is football that feels energetic and dramatic, capturing the essence of televised games without overwhelming complexity.
As the foundation for one of the most celebrated football franchises in video game history, Tecmo Bowl holds enduring appeal for both players and collectors. Its influence can be felt across decades of football games, and its blend of authenticity, speed, and accessibility has secured its place as one of the most important sports releases of the NES era.
Gameplay Features
- Arcade-style football gameplay built around speed, timing, and execution
- Real NFL teams and star players represented in classic 8-bit form
- Play-calling system that balances strategy with fast-paced action
- Responsive controls designed for intuitive movement and passing
- Momentum-driven drives that reward smart decisions and clean plays
- Accessible design that laid the groundwork for future football classics
Historical Trivia or Fun Fact
Tecmo Bowl was one of the first console football games to feature real NFL teams and players, a major milestone at the time. Its streamlined approach helped make football games appealing to a much broader audience beyond hardcore sports fans.
The game’s success directly paved the way for Tecmo Super Bowl, often cited as one of the greatest football video games ever made. Because of its legacy and historical importance, Tecmo Bowl remains a cornerstone title for NES collectors and sports game enthusiasts.
Additional Details
- Variant: Standard Release
- Genre: Football
- Year Released: 1989
- Publisher: Tecmo
- Developer: Tecmo
- ESRB Rating: E - Everyone
- UPC: 018946110059
- SKU: 9929
- Format: Original Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) game cartridge
- Platform: Nintendo Entertainment System 8-bit video game console
- Region: NTSC (North America, Canada)
Important Information
- *Save battery (if present) has been tested or replaced and is verified working at the time of listing.
- Photos show the exact item for sale — we never use stock images for used games.
- All used items are cleaned, tested, and 100% guaranteed to work.
- Backed by Retro Game Fan’s 60-day warranty.
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