''Magic Johnson's Fast Break'' (alternatively titled ''Magic Johnson's Basketball'') is a

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developed by Arcadia Systems and published in 1988. The game features the name and likeness of

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Earvin "Magic" Johnson Jr., and was endorsed by

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. In 1990

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published

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' adaptation of the game for the

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(NES). It was one of several celebrity-endorsed sports games published by Tradewest, and was promoted with a

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campaign. An adaptation to the Apple IIGS was cancelled.

Gameplay

The game features two generic basketball teams. Most versions of the game have one- and two-player modes. The NES version is one of a handful of NES software titles to support three- and four-player simultaneous play using either the

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console accessories. The

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modes allow competition in single games, but there is no tournament play.

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