Batman Forever: The Arcade Game PS1 box art

PlayStation · Beat 'em Up / Action

Batman Forever: The Arcade Game

SystemPlayStation
Released1996
GenreBeat 'em Up, Action
DeveloperIguana Entertainment, Inc
PublisherAcclaim Entertainment
Players1–2 players
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyWell-known · legacy score 7

Batman Forever: The Arcade Game is a beat 'em up released in 1996 for the PlayStation, developed by Iguana Entertainment, Inc and published by Acclaim Entertainment. It blends beat 'em up and action elements.

It came out in the PS1's second year on the market. Other notable PS1 releases from 1996 include Resident Evil, Tomb Raider and Crash Bandicoot. Among the 18 PS1 beat 'em ups in our database, it ranks #11 by legacy score.

Batman Forever: The Arcade Game 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

Maybe skip it if…

  • you want depth and variety over simple, satisfying brawling

What playing Batman Forever: The Arcade Game is like

Beat 'em ups send you down scrolling streets fighting waves of thugs with punches, kicks, throws and grabbed weapons. Most can be finished in a single sitting and shine with a second player.

Tip for newcomers: Avoid getting surrounded: keep enemies on one side of you and save your special attacks for crowds. Bring a friend if the game supports co-op.

Batman Forever: The Arcade Game gameplay screenshot on PS1
In-game screenshot (PS1)

Batman Forever: The Arcade Game cheats & codes

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

Infinite Lives P1800E2EE0 0005
Infinite Energy P1800E2EDC 0014
No Energy P1800E2EDC 0000
Full Combo/Power Meter P1800E36D2 0064
Empty Combo/Power Meter P1800E36D2 0000
Always Powered at Level 3 P1800E36CC 0003

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Batman Forever: The Arcade Game walkthroughs & guides

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Playing PS1 games today

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Batman Forever: The Arcade Game FAQ

When did Batman Forever: The Arcade Game come out on the PS1?

Batman Forever: The Arcade Game was released for the PlayStation in 1996.

Who made Batman Forever: The Arcade Game?

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

Is Batman Forever: The Arcade Game multiplayer?

Yes. Batman Forever: The Arcade Game supports up to 2 players.

How long does Batman Forever: The Arcade Game take to play?

As a beat 'em up, Batman Forever: The Arcade Game 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 Batman Forever: The Arcade Game 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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