Play Track & Field Online

Track & Field came out on the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1987, a Konami game that fit right in with the era's straightforward, competitive sports titles. It wasn't trying to be a deep simulation; it was just you, a few events, and the frantic need to go faster.

You control an athlete competing across six Olympic events, including the 100 meter dash, long jump, and javelin throw. The main objective is simple: qualify and then win each event to advance. The signature mechanic is the rapid alternating button press to build speed for running or approach, followed by a timed button press to execute the jump or throw. The pacing is relentless, and the difficulty, especially in later events, demands precise timing. It feels like a pure test of your reflexes and endurance, both in the game and in your thumbs.