sports video game
Fast Break
By Accolade, released 1 Jan 1989
- Microsoft Windows
- DOS
- Commodore 64
- Apple IIGS
- Classic Mac OS
What it is
Fast Break is Accolade’s 1989 basketball game, built around three-on-three, full-court play. You can control a guard, center and forward, choose from 15 offensive and five defensive plays, or create plays with the Playmaker feature. The game includes shots ranging from three-pointers to dunks, and describes one- or two-player action. Its camera perspective is presented as a network television-style view of the court. The listed platforms include Microsoft Windows, DOS, Commodore 64, Apple IIGS and Classic Mac OS. Steam lists single-player and multiplayer support, along with Family Sharing, and lists Windows as its platform. The game is categorized as sports and simulation. It is a straightforward option for players interested in classic basketball playbooks and small-team matches, with custom plays adding another way to shape how the team attacks.
What players like, and what they don't
- Three-on-three team play
- 15 offensive and five defensive plays
- Playmaker lets you design plays
- One- or two-player action
- Windows is the only listed Steam platform
- The listed format is limited to one or two players
Who it suits
It suits players looking for classic basketball with three-on-three teams, set plays and the option to design their own plays. The listed one- or two-player format is aimed at solo play or a pair of players.
Fast Break focuses on small-team basketball, play selection and custom offensive setups. Its listing names several older platforms, while Steam specifically lists Windows.
