Emmitt Smith Football is an American football game released in 1995 for the Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES). Named after Dallas Cowboys legendary running back Emmitt Smith, it lacks official NFL or NFLPA licensing, so all teams and players are fictional.
Developed by NCM Entertainment and published by JVC Musical Industries, the game features exhibition play and a season mode based on the 1994 NFL season. It stands out with a unique "play editor" that lets players create and save up to 64 custom offensive and defensive plays, usable anytime during games.
It also offers multiple camera angles and 360-degree instant replay to view highlights from all angles, plus digitized sound effects for greater immersion.
However, despite its innovative play editing, reviews were mediocre. Critics noted stiff animations, a lack of realism due to no official NFL license, and an overall unpolished gameplay experience.
Overall, Emmitt Smith Football aimed to deliver a unique experience with its innovative play editor, but fell short in other areas, failing to stand out among the many American football games of its era.