Play NBA Showtime Online

NBA Showtime on the Game Boy Color came out in 1999, developed by Midway Games. It was one of those late 90s sports titles that tried to bring the arcade feel home, back when handhelds were just starting to get colorful and loud. It didn't try to be a simulation; it was all about fast action and big personalities.

You pick an NBA team and control all five players, passing and shooting your way to outscore the opponent. The main goal is simple: win the game. Signature mechanics include turbo boosts for faster movement or stronger shots, and flashy dunks that fill up a special meter. Once full, you can unleash an exaggerated, high flying slam that feels almost too powerful for the small screen. The pace is quick, with constant back and forth; the difficulty can spike, especially against the computer on higher settings. It feels like controlling a highlight reel, one possession at a time.