Ballz 3DO box art

3DO Interactive Multiplayer · Fighting

Ballz

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System3DO Interactive Multiplayer
Released1995 (originally 1994)
GenreFighting
DeveloperPF Magic
PublisherAccolade
Players1–2 players
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 3

Ballz is a fighting game released in 1995 for the 3DO Interactive Multiplayer, developed by PF Magic and published by Accolade. This 3DO release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1994.

It landed about 2 years into the 3DO's life. Other notable 3DO releases from 1995 include Theme Park, D and Wolfenstein 3D. Among the 11 3DO fighting games in our database, it ranks #8 by legacy score.

Ballz supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.

Pick it if…

  • you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
  • you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
  • you have a friend to play against
  • you've played the 3DO hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you prefer story-driven games or have no one to play against

What playing Ballz is like

Fighting games pit two characters against each other in short one-on-one bouts. Depth comes from learning special moves, combos and each character's strengths.

Tip for newcomers: Pick one character and learn their basic special moves before branching out. Fighting games are at their best against a friend at a similar skill level.

Ballz gameplay screenshot on 3DO
In-game screenshot (3DO)

Ballz walkthroughs & guides

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Ballz FAQ

When did Ballz come out on the 3DO?

Ballz was released for the 3DO Interactive Multiplayer in 1995; the original game dates back to 1994.

Who made Ballz?

It was developed by PF Magic and published by Accolade.

Is Ballz multiplayer?

Yes. Ballz supports up to 2 players.

How long does Ballz take to play?

As a fighting game, Ballz typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.

Read more about Ballz on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.

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