Backyard Basketball
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The following cheat codes are for Backyard Basketball on Mac and PC.
| CHEAT CODES | |
|---|---|
| Select a custom character and enter the code as your name, then press Done twice. | |
| ABA Ball | ABA |
| Allen Iverson | ALLEN IVERSON |
| Barry Dejay | BARRY DEJAY |
| Kobe Bryant | KOBE |
| Michael Jordan | MJ |
| Shaq O'Neal | SHAQ |
| Thor Herring | LEMON BOY |
| Vince Carter | VINCE |
About Backyard Basketball
Backyard Basketball (also recognized as Backyard Basketball '01) is the spirited debut of the neighborhood kids on the hardwood, bringing arcade-style hoops to the long-running sports franchise. Developed by Humongous Entertainment and originally released for Windows PC and Mac in 2001, the game was a major milestone for the series as it secured the official NBA and WNBA licenses. This allowed players to draft "kid" versions of professional legends like Kevin Garnett and Lisa Leslie alongside the iconic Backyard Kids. In a nod to its enduring popularity, a remastered version titled "Backyard Basketball '01" was released for modern PC via Steam on November 13, 2025, alongside mobile versions for Android and iOS.
Across the classic Mac and PC versions, the gameplay is characterized by its accessible "point-and-click" (or keyboard) controls, allowing players to execute complex alley-oops, crossovers, and three-pointers with ease. The original 2001 release is frequently noted for its vibrant hand-drawn art style and the colorful commentary provided by the legendary duo of Sunny Day and Barry Dejay. The 2025 remaster is celebrated for preserving this nostalgic aesthetic while introducing high-definition scaling and Steam achievements, though it notably features a modified roster due to licensing changes—most notably the absence of Kevin Garnett in the selectable lineup. The game features a variety of imaginative courts, from "Broadside Barn" to "Rooftop Arena," and includes whimsical power-ups like "Cream of Wheat" (which makes a player giant) and "Underground" (allowing a player to travel under the floor). Whether you are managing a full season toward the Championship or testing your skills in the "Around the World" mini-game, Backyard Basketball remains a definitive and heartwarming take on the sport.