Cool Boarders 2 PS1 box art

PlayStation · Sports

Cool Boarders 2

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SystemPlayStation
Released1997
GenreSports
DeveloperUEP Systems
PublisherSony
Players1 player
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
SeriesCool Boarders
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 5

Cool Boarders 2 is a sports game released in 1997 for the PlayStation, developed by UEP Systems and published by Sony.

It landed about 2 years into the PS1's life. Other notable PS1 releases from 1997 include Grand Theft Auto, Final Fantasy VII and Duke Nukem 3D.

It is part of the Cool Boarders series; on the PS1 you can also try Cool Boarders 2001, Cool Boarders and Cool Boarders 3. The series also appears on other systems with Cool Boarders Pocket (NGPC). UEP Systems also made Rising Zan: The Samurai Gunman for the PS1.

This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.

Pick it if…

  • you want to race and compete
  • you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
  • you've played the PS1 hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you need current teams and rosters
  • you are looking for something to play with friends

What playing Cool Boarders 2 is like

Sports games bring football, baseball, hockey, golf, tennis, wrestling and more to the console, from simulation-style management to over-the-top arcade action.

Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.

Cool Boarders 2 gameplay screenshot on PS1
In-game screenshot (PS1)

Cool Boarders 2 cheats & codes

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

Joker CommandD0071AF4 ????
PAL2NTSC3003CB12 0040
Extra tracks8005743C 000A
Extra boards80057442 0007
Enable extra characters80057440 FFFF
Mirror mode80057444 0001

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Cool Boarders 2 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.

Cool Boarders 2 FAQ

When did Cool Boarders 2 come out on the PS1?

Cool Boarders 2 was released for the PlayStation in 1997.

Who made Cool Boarders 2?

It was developed by UEP Systems and published by Sony.

Is Cool Boarders 2 multiplayer?

No. Cool Boarders 2 is a single-player game.

How long does Cool Boarders 2 take to play?

As a sports game, Cool Boarders 2 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 Cool Boarders 2 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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