PlayStation · Action
Bomberman World
| System | PlayStation |
|---|---|
| Released | 1998 |
| Genre | Action |
| Developer | Hudson Soft |
| Publisher | Atlus Co |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Bomberman |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 8 |
Developed by Hudson Soft and published by Atlus Co, Bomberman World arrived on the PlayStation in 1998 as an action game.
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 160 PS1 action games in our database, it ranks #23 by legacy score.
It is part of the Bomberman series; on the PS1 you can also try Bomberman Wars, 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 World 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
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
What playing Bomberman World 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.
Bomberman World cheats & codes
15 codes on file (Action Replay, GameShark). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Infinite time | 80077BD8
37A0 |
|---|---|
| PAL2NTSC | 8004C96A
3C00 |
| All Areas Open | 80077A5A
0004 |
| All Worlds Complete | 80077A5E
0004 |
| Everyones Invincible | 80021FAA
3C00 |
| Walk Through Walls | 8001EFBC
0010
8001EFBE
1000
8001F030
0010
8001F032
1000 |
Bomberman World 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 World FAQ
When did Bomberman World come out on the PS1?
Bomberman World was released for the PlayStation in 1998.
Who made Bomberman World?
It was developed by Hudson Soft and published by Atlus Co.
Is Bomberman World multiplayer?
Yes. Bomberman World supports up to 2 players.
How long does Bomberman World take to play?
As an action game, Bomberman World 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 Bomberman World 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.