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Warm up with a few exercise games then face contenders in the American Circuit. For the ultimate challenge play against the best in the World Cup. Jump and block opponent's spikes, dive to dig a cross court spike, or set one up for a smash that only the best player can return. Kabooom! Your Super...

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Developer
Technōs Japan

Released on
1989

Size
1–4 Players

Version
NES

Requirements
Nintendo Entertainment System

Downloads
Sports

Publisher
Nintendo

ESRB Rating
Not Rated

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Warm up with a few exercise games then face contenders in the American Circuit. For the ultimate challenge play against the best in the World Cup. Jump and block opponent’s spikes, dive to dig a cross court spike, or set one up for a smash that only the best player can return. Kabooom! Your Super Spike blasts your opponent off his feet! “X” marks the spot so you can track the ball. Pick players with speed, strong defense, or killer offense. Your quick reflexes and competitive spirit complete the team. Play against the computer, by yourself or challenge a friend. With the NES Satellite or the NES Four Score any combination of one to four can play – even two vs. two! Now you can play on sand courts from Daytona to Los Angeles. Face off international teams in Hawaii or challenge the hot Navy team aboard an aircraft carrier. Watch the sand fly! Hear the applause. Soak up the rays! It’s Super Spike V’Ball for World Class fun!

Super Spike V'Ball

Overview & History

Developed and published by Technos Japan in 1989 for the Nintendo Entertainment System, Super Spike V'Ball is a seminal 8-bit sports title that capitalized on the late-80s beach volleyball craze. Distinct from Technos’ famous Double Dragon franchise, this game nevertheless utilized the chunky, stylized character sprites and kinetic energy that defined the developer's output. Set against the sun-soaked shores of California and international tournaments, the game features a breezy narrative framing where two-man teams battle their way to the ultimate "Super Spike" championship. Notably, the North American version received a massive boost in mainstream appeal thanks to a licensing deal with Nintendo of America that allowed Technos to include Billy and Jimmy Lee from Double Dragon as secret playable characters, bridging the gap between side-scrolling brawlers and arcade sports. With support for up to four players simultaneously via the NES Four Score adapter, it transformed living rooms into raucous virtual beaches, cementing its legacy as a premier multiplayer experience of the era.

Gameplay Features & Mechanics

Unlike slower, tactical sports simulations, Super Spike V'Ball relies on fast-paced, arcade-style reflexes and precise positioning. Matches are played to a set number of points across various international stages, including Daytona Beach, Hawaii, and Sydney. The core gameplay revolves around a dynamic three-touch system: bump, set, and spike. Timing is everything; leaping into the air to execute a devastating overhead spike requires matching the arc of the setter's pass with the descending ball. Players can choose from four distinct duos, each with balanced attributes in speed, jumping ability, and spike power. Mastering the defensive game is equally crucial, requiring well-timed blocks at the net or frantic diving saves in the sand. If a player successfully lands a particularly ferocious "Super Spike," the screen flashes, knocking the opposing defender flat on their back and demoralizing the rival team, adding a deliciously visceral combat-sport edge to traditional beach volleyball.

Keyboard Controls

Arrow Keys / D-Pad: Move player across the court / Select menu options
Action Keys: A Button (Jump / Spike / Block) / B Button (Pass / Bump / Dive)
Enter: Start / Pause game