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PlayStation · Strategy / Action
Bomberman Wars
| System | PlayStation |
|---|---|
| Released | 1998 |
| Genre | Strategy, Action, RPG |
| Developer | Hudson Soft |
| Publisher | Hudson Soft |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Weekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours) |
| Series | Bomberman |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 8 |
Developed by Hudson Soft, Bomberman Wars arrived on the PlayStation in 1998 as a strategy game. It blends strategy, action and RPG 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. Among the 55 PS1 strategy games in our database, it ranks #22 by legacy score.
It is part of the Bomberman series; on the PS1 you can also try Bomberman World, Bomberman Fantasy Race and Bomberman Land. The series also appears on other systems with Bomberman II (NES) and Bomberman 64 (N64). Hudson Soft also made Bloody Roar 2 and Bloody Roar for the PS1.
Bomberman Wars supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
Pick it if…
- you want to think and plan
- you have time for a weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)
- you have a friend to play against
Maybe skip it if…
- you want quick action without planning ahead
What playing Bomberman Wars is like
Strategy games reward planning over reflexes: command armies, manage resources and outthink opponents on turn-based or real-time battlefields.
Tip for newcomers: Read the manual or tutorial if one exists: retro strategy games often assume you know their rules. Save between missions.
Bomberman Wars 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.
Bomberman Wars FAQ
When did Bomberman Wars come out on the PS1?
Bomberman Wars was released for the PlayStation in 1998.
Who made Bomberman Wars?
It was developed by Hudson Soft.
Is Bomberman Wars multiplayer?
Yes. Bomberman Wars supports up to 2 players.
How long does Bomberman Wars take to play?
As a strategy game, Bomberman Wars typically falls into the "Weekend project" category: roughly 6–20 hours. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Bomberman Wars 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.