
Hyper Sports
Year: 1984
Manufacturer: Konami/Centuri
Hyper Sports: Konami’s 1984 Olympic Frenzy!
Hyper Sports, Konami’s 1984 arcade sequel to Track & Field, throws you into a pulse-pounding Olympic showdown! Packed with seven diverse events—Swimming, Skeet Shooting, Vault, Archery, Triple Jump, Weightlifting, and Pole Vault—this sports extravaganza tests your button-mashing and timing skills. Using a joystick and three buttons (two for rapid pressing, one for actions like jumping), you compete for world records and leaderboard glory.
Each event demands unique finesse: swim by “breathing” at the right moment, nail clay pigeons in skeet, or time your pole vault for a perfect leap. Vibrant pixel art and a rousing soundtrack, with that iconic Konami flair, keep the energy sky-high. Two-player mode alternates turns, fueling friendly rivalries. Qualifying in each event unlocks the next, but fail, and it’s game over—unless you’re quick with a coin!
Built on Konami’s classic hardware, Hyper Sports dazzled arcades with its variety and challenge, inspiring ports to the NES and beyond. A true 80s gem, it’s a sweat-soaked blast of retro fun.
Ready to go for gold? Smash those buttons and soar to victory in this Olympic classic!