All-Star Baseball '97 PS1 box art

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All-Star Baseball '97

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SystemPlayStation
Released1997
GenreSports
DeveloperIguana Entertainment
PublisherAcclaim Entertainment, Inc
Players1–2 players
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
SeriesAll-Star Baseball
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 5

All-Star Baseball '97 is a sports game released in 1997 for the PlayStation, developed by Iguana Entertainment and published by Acclaim Entertainment, Inc. Depending on the region, you may also know it as All-Star Baseball '97 Featuring Frank Thomas.

It landed about 2 years into the PS1's life. Other notable PS1 releases from 1997 include Grand Theft Auto, Final Fantasy VII and Duke Nukem 3D.

It is part of the All-Star Baseball series. The series also appears on other systems with All-Star Baseball 2000 (N64) and All-Star Baseball '97 (Saturn). Iguana Entertainment also made NFL Quarterback Club 97, Frank Thomas' Big Hurt Baseball and NFL Quarterback Club 96 for the PS1.

All-Star Baseball '97 supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.

Pick it if…

  • you want to race and compete
  • 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 PS1 hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you need current teams and rosters

What playing All-Star Baseball '97 is like

Sports games bring football, baseball, hockey, golf, tennis, wrestling and more to the console, from simulation-style management to over-the-top arcade action.

Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.

All-Star Baseball '97 gameplay screenshot on PS1
In-game screenshot (PS1)

All-Star Baseball '97 cheats & codes

13 codes on file (GameShark). Here are a few GameShark codes to start with:

Infinite Balls80044084 0000
Infinite Strikes8004353E 0000
Infinite Outs80043BA6 0000
Away Team Score Modifier30043969 00??
Home Team Score Modifier30043698 00??
Run's Score Modifier8015ECE0 00??

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All-Star Baseball '97 walkthroughs & guides

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Playing PS1 games today

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All-Star Baseball '97 FAQ

When did All-Star Baseball '97 come out on the PS1?

All-Star Baseball '97 was released for the PlayStation in 1997.

Who made All-Star Baseball '97?

It was developed by Iguana Entertainment and published by Acclaim Entertainment, Inc.

Is All-Star Baseball '97 multiplayer?

Yes. All-Star Baseball '97 supports up to 2 players.

How long does All-Star Baseball '97 take to play?

As a sports game, All-Star Baseball '97 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 All-Star Baseball '97 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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