Play GB Basketball (Japan) Online

Dribble, pass, and shoot with two buttons—simple controls but sneaky depth when you're trying to fake out defenders or nail a clutch three. The two-player mode turns into pure chaos fast, especially when someone misses an impossible half-court shot.

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Game Overview

GB Basketball (Japan) is one of those Game Boy sports games that somehow nails the feel of a real pickup game—just without the sweat. You’ve got two buttons: one to pass or steal, the other to shoot. That’s it. But don’t let the simplicity fool you; timing a perfect three-pointer with those tiny pixelated players is weirdly satisfying.

The AI isn’t pushover-easy either. I lost my first few matches before figuring out how to fake out defenders or when to go for a fast break. And the two-player mode? Absolute chaos in the best way. My friend and I spent way too long trash-talking over who could actually make a half-court shot (spoiler: neither of us).

Yeah, the graphics are basic—this is a Game Boy cart from 1994—but there’s something about the chunky sprites and that tinny crowd cheer when you score that just works. Perfect for killing 15 minutes or accidentally burning an hour. Still holds up if you’re into retro sports games.