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PlayStation · Music & Rhythm
Beatmania
Deep cut
| System | PlayStation |
|---|---|
| Released | 1998 |
| Genre | Music & Rhythm |
| Developer | KCE Japan |
| Publisher | Konami |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 1 |
Beatmania is a rhythm game released in 1998 for the PlayStation, developed by KCE Japan and published by Konami.
It landed about 3 years into the PS1's life. Other notable PS1 releases from 1998 include Metal Gear Solid, Resident Evil 2 and Tomb Raider II. Among the 20 PS1 music & rhythm games in our database, it ranks #18 by legacy score.
KCE Japan also made Metal Gear Solid for the PS1.
Beatmania 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 play on a TV with noticeable input lag
What playing Beatmania is like
Music and rhythm games challenge your timing by asking you to hit inputs in sync with the beat.
Tip for newcomers: Modern TVs can add input lag that throws off timing; use your TV's game mode if rhythm feels off.
Beatmania cheats & codes
9 codes on file (Action Replay, GameShark). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| PAL2NTSC | 80076754
0000 |
|---|---|
| Y-Fix | 800583F8
0000 |
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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.
Beatmania FAQ
When did Beatmania come out on the PS1?
Beatmania was released for the PlayStation in 1998.
Who made Beatmania?
It was developed by KCE Japan and published by Konami.
Is Beatmania multiplayer?
Yes. Beatmania supports up to 2 players.
How long does Beatmania take to play?
As a rhythm game, Beatmania 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 Beatmania 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.