PlayStation · Shooter / Action
Blasto
Deep cut
| System | PlayStation |
|---|---|
| Released | 1998 |
| Genre | Shooter, Action |
| Developer | Sony |
| Publisher | Sony |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 4 |
Developed by Sony, Blasto arrived on the PlayStation in 1998 as a shooter. It blends shooter and action elements.
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.
Sony also made Ape Escape, The Legend of Dragoon and 2Xtreme for the PS1.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
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've played the PS1 hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you are not a fan of fast-paced aiming and twitch reflexes
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Blasto is like
Shooters are built around aiming and firing, from first-person corridor blasters and light-gun games to run-and-gun stages and multidirectional arcade shooters.
Tip for newcomers: Retro shooters were designed for CRT TVs and original controllers; light-gun games in particular need special hardware or alternative controls on modern screens.
Blasto cheats & codes
28 codes on file (Action Replay, GameShark). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Infinite Lives | 801F145E
0005 |
|---|---|
| Infinite Energy | 801EFFC8
1770 |
Blasto 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.
Blasto FAQ
When did Blasto come out on the PS1?
Blasto was released for the PlayStation in 1998.
Who made Blasto?
It was developed by Sony.
Is Blasto multiplayer?
No. Blasto is a single-player game.
How long does Blasto take to play?
As a shooter, Blasto 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.
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