Ball Breakers PS1 box art

PlayStation · Action

Ball Breakers

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SystemPlayStation
Released2000
GenreAction
DeveloperLost Toys Ltd
PublisherTake 2 Interactive
Players1–2 players
CommitmentAn evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 1

Ball Breakers is an action game released in 2000 for the PlayStation, developed by Lost Toys Ltd and published by Take 2 Interactive.

It landed about 5 years into the PS1's life. Other notable PS1 releases from 2000 include Final Fantasy IX, Rayman 2: The Great Escape and Spyro: Year of the Dragon.

Ball Breakers 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 an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
  • you have a friend to play against
  • you've played the PS1 hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests

What playing Ball Breakers is like

Action games test reflexes and nerve. Expect fast enemies, tight controls and stages you clear by reacting quickly and learning enemy patterns.

Tip for newcomers: Retro action games are often short but tough. Treat early deaths as practice runs; every attempt teaches you where the next threat comes from.

Ball Breakers gameplay screenshot on PS1
In-game screenshot (PS1)

Ball Breakers walkthroughs & guides

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Playing PS1 games today

PS1 games range from quick arcade racers to 60-hour RPGs. A selection is available through PlayStation Plus Premium, and if you own the discs you can play your backups in an emulator such as Rec0m88.

Ball Breakers FAQ

When did Ball Breakers come out on the PS1?

Ball Breakers was released for the PlayStation in 2000.

Who made Ball Breakers?

It was developed by Lost Toys Ltd and published by Take 2 Interactive.

Is Ball Breakers multiplayer?

Yes. Ball Breakers supports up to 2 players.

How long does Ball Breakers take to play?

As an action game, Ball Breakers typically falls into the "An evening or two" category: roughly 1–6 hours to see it through. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.

Read more about Ball Breakers 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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