BattleTanx: Global Assault PS1 box art

PlayStation · Action

BattleTanx: Global Assault

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SystemPlayStation
Released2000
GenreAction
DeveloperThe 3DO Company
PublisherThe 3DO Company
Players1–2 players
CommitmentAn evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 5

Developed by The 3DO Company, BattleTanx: Global Assault arrived on the PlayStation in 2000 as an action game.

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.

The 3DO Company also made Crusaders of Might and Magic, Army Men: Air Attack and Army Men: Sarge's Heroes for the PS1.

BattleTanx: Global Assault 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 BattleTanx: Global Assault 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.

BattleTanx: Global Assault gameplay screenshot on PS1
In-game screenshot (PS1)

BattleTanx: Global Assault cheats & codes

11 codes on file (Action Replay, GameShark). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:

Infinite tank bucks800E278C 0063
Infinite ammo (normal weapons)D00433A0 FFFF 800433A0 0000
Infinite ammo (all special weapons)D004345C FFFF 8004345C 0000

See all BattleTanx: Global Assault cheats

BattleTanx: Global Assault walkthroughs & guides

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BattleTanx: Global Assault FAQ

When did BattleTanx: Global Assault come out on the PS1?

BattleTanx: Global Assault was released for the PlayStation in 2000.

Who made BattleTanx: Global Assault?

It was developed by The 3DO Company.

Is BattleTanx: Global Assault multiplayer?

Yes. BattleTanx: Global Assault supports up to 2 players.

How long does BattleTanx: Global Assault take to play?

As an action game, BattleTanx: Global Assault 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 BattleTanx: Global Assault 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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