Each version of the console releases of Arch Rivals where varied in graphics, and where each known as a specific version. The NES version was known as the most solid port, tho lacking in graphics, it was the preferred version for gamers and was the only version where a dunk could be performed at the bottom of the 3 point line resulting in a dunk worth 3 points. The Megadrive/Genises version was considered the "floating shooter" version and was known for it being extremely easy to knock down 3 point field goals from just about anywhere on the court. The Gamegear version was simply known as "The not so great" version as it lacked in being recognisable as a version of Arch Rivals.
The character Tyrone was apart of The Power Team (1990) originally shown during Video Power and later on its own under the title Acclaim Masters. It was a crossover cartoon show starring various Acclaim made games leads as a group of heroes who fight crime.