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Double Dribble
Double Dribble is a basketball action game developed by Konami and released in 1987 for the NES. Players control a three-on-three basketball team competing against various opponents in arcade-style matches. The game emphasizes fast-paced action with simple controls for shooting, passing, and movement. A notable feature is its animated dunk sequences, which display detailed sprites during scoring plays. The game includes multiple teams to compete against with increasing difficulty progression. Two players can compete simultaneously, with one controlling offense while the other plays defense. The level structure consists of tournament-style matchups where successful victories lead to progressively tougher opponents. Double Dribble combines arcade basketball action with accessible gameplay mechanics typical of sports games from that era.
- Developer
- Konami
- Released
- 1987
- Platform
- NES
- Genre
- Action
- Players
- 2P
- Rating
- 4.3 / 5 (1.6K)
- Last updated
Double Dribble Controls — NES Keyboard Keys
Default keyboard bindings for Double Dribble on our in-browser NES emulator. Plug in a USB or Bluetooth gamepad to auto-detect mappings, or rebind any key from the emulator settings menu.
| Keyboard | Console button | Typical use |
|---|---|---|
| ↑ | D-Pad Up | Move up |
| ↓ | D-Pad Down | Move down |
| ← | D-Pad Left | Move left |
| → | D-Pad Right | Move right |
| X | A | Primary action (jump / confirm) |
| Z | B | Secondary action (attack / cancel) |
| Enter | Start | Start / Pause |
| Shift | Select | Select / Mode |
Rebind any key from the EmulatorJS in-game settings menu (gear icon → Controls). A connected gamepad auto-maps to the same buttons.
Double Dribble Longplay & Gameplay Videos
Watch a full playthrough of Double Dribble on NES before you dive in — recommended for getting a feel for the game's pacing, story beats, and difficulty curve.
Watch longplay on YouTube
"Double Dribble" NES longplay 1987
Double Dribble Cheat Codes
5 community-curated cheats for Double Dribble. Tick any to activate them automatically when you click "Play with cheats" — or copy a code into your own emulator.
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Cpu Score Never Increases
KNEKPKEN -
Cpu Score Adds To Your Score
KNEKPKEY -
Perfect Accuracy Free Throws
OXKAINVK+AVKATNGL+XVKAYYLE+SEKEANVK -
Team 1 Score Modifier (P1)
07F4:00 -
Team 2 Score Modifier (P2/CPU)
07F8:00
External references
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Double Dribble released?
Double Dribble was released in 1987 for the NES.
Who developed Double Dribble?
Double Dribble was developed by Konami, available to play in your browser on RetroGameSpace.
How many players does Double Dribble support?
Double Dribble supports up to 2 players, ideal for couch co-op or competitive sessions on the NES.
What type of game is Double Dribble?
Double Dribble is a Action game for the NES, playable instantly in your browser — no downloads, no installs.
How can I play Double Dribble for free?
Open this page and click "Play Now" — Double Dribble runs free in your browser via WebAssembly emulation. No account, no payment, no installer.
Do I need to download anything to play Double Dribble in the browser?
No. Double Dribble streams from a public archive into a browser-side NES emulator. Nothing is installed on your computer.
Can I save my progress in Double Dribble?
Yes. Save states are stored in your browser (IndexedDB) per game, and you can also use any in-game save the original NES cartridge supported.
Does Double Dribble work on mobile devices?
Yes — the NES emulator runs on iOS Safari and Android Chrome. Touch controls overlay the game; landscape mode is recommended.
Is it legal to play Double Dribble this way?
RetroGameSpace is a transient caching reverse-proxy and does not host first-party copies of Double Dribble. Game files are fetched on demand from publicly-accessible archives. You are responsible for compliance with your local laws and the bring-your-own-ROM principle.
