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College Slam

Review

An arcade style two on two basketball game with over 40 real college teams, wild dunks, and team fight songs.

College Slam was released for the SNES in 1996 by Acclaim Entertainment; it is the original version of the game, with no earlier platform release.


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About College Slam

College Slam is a basketball video game that operates within the arcade genre, emphasizing fast-paced two-on-two matches. It is part of a larger series known for its over-the-top style of play.

Players select from a roster of more than forty actual collegiate teams. The available modes include single matches, tournaments, and a full season schedule. Each team is accompanied by its own fight song during gameplay.

The action is characterized by exaggerated moves such as powerful dunks that can break the backboard. The inclusion of power-ups and other unconventional maneuvers contributes to a fair but chaotic experience focused on spectacle rather than simulation.

College Slam Screenshots

7 images
Legal screen
Title screen
Main options
Team select
The tip-off
Attacking and defending
Slam dunk!