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Circuit Breakers
Deep cut Co-op
| System | PlayStation |
|---|---|
| Released | 1998 |
| Genre | Racing |
| Developer | Supersonic Software |
| Publisher | Mindscape |
| Players | 1–2 players (co-op) |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 2 |
Developed by Supersonic Software and published by Mindscape, Circuit Breakers arrived on the PlayStation in 1998 as a racing 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.
Supersonic Software also made Supersonic Racers for the PS1.
Circuit Breakers supports up to 2 players, including cooperative play, which makes it a strong pick for playing with a friend.
Pick it if…
- you want to race and compete
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you want a game to beat together with a friend
- you've played the PS1 hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you want a story or exploration rather than laps
What playing Circuit Breakers is like
Racing games range from realistic driving to kart racers with weapons and shortcuts. Races are short, making them great for quick sessions and split-screen rivalries.
Tip for newcomers: Learn each track's racing line and braking points; in kart racers, item strategy matters as much as driving.
Circuit Breakers cheats & codes
16 codes on file (Action Replay, GameShark). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Always place 1st | 801F8CF8
0001 |
|---|---|
| Infinite Fireballs | 801F8DB8
0004 |
| Infinite Little Cars | 801F8D70
0001 |
| Infinite Car Jumps | 801F8DC8
0001 |
| Infinite Oil | 801F8D80
0001 |
| Infinite Smoke | 801F8D88
0001 |
Circuit Breakers walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Circuit Breakers.
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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.
Circuit Breakers FAQ
When did Circuit Breakers come out on the PS1?
Circuit Breakers was released for the PlayStation in 1998.
Who made Circuit Breakers?
It was developed by Supersonic Software and published by Mindscape.
Is Circuit Breakers multiplayer?
Yes. Circuit Breakers supports up to 2 players, including co-op play.
How long does Circuit Breakers take to play?
As a racing game, Circuit Breakers 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 Circuit Breakers 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.