Bust a Groove PS1 box art

PlayStation · Music & Rhythm

Bust a Groove

SystemPlayStation
Released1998
GenreMusic & Rhythm
DeveloperMetro 3D
Publisher989 Studios
Players1–2 players
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyWell-known · legacy score 10

Developed by Metro 3D and published by 989 Studios, Bust a Groove arrived on the PlayStation in 1998 as a rhythm 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 20 PS1 music & rhythm games in our database, it ranks #4 by legacy score.

Metro 3D also made Bust a Groove 2 for the PS1.

Bust a Groove 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

Maybe skip it if…

  • you play on a TV with noticeable input lag

What playing Bust a Groove 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.

Bust a Groove gameplay screenshot on PS1
In-game screenshot (PS1)

Bust a Groove cheats & codes

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

Infinite attacks800222E0 0004
Infinite attacks P1 only800687BE 0002
Infinite attacks P2 only800687D2 0002

See all Bust a Groove cheats

Bust a Groove walkthroughs & guides

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Playing PS1 games today

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Bust a Groove FAQ

When did Bust a Groove come out on the PS1?

Bust a Groove was released for the PlayStation in 1998.

Who made Bust a Groove?

It was developed by Metro 3D and published by 989 Studios.

Is Bust a Groove multiplayer?

Yes. Bust a Groove supports up to 2 players.

How long does Bust a Groove take to play?

As a rhythm game, Bust a Groove 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 Bust a Groove 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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