Disney's Hercules PS1 box art

PlayStation · Platformer / Action

Disney's Hercules

Certified classic

SystemPlayStation
Released1997
GenrePlatformer, Action
DeveloperEurocom Developments Ltd
PublisherVirgin Interactive / Disney Interactive
Players1 player
CommitmentWeekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours)
LegacyCertified classic · legacy score 16

Developed by Eurocom Developments Ltd and published by Virgin Interactive / Disney Interactive, Disney's Hercules arrived on the PlayStation in 1997 as a platformer. Depending on the region, you may also know it as Disney's Hercules Action Game. It blends platformer and action elements.

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. Among the 77 PS1 platformers in our database, it ranks #12 by legacy score.

Eurocom Developments Ltd also made Mortal Kombat 4, Disney's Tarzan and NBA Hoopz for the PS1.

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

Pick it if…

  • you want to run, jump and explore
  • you have time for a weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)
  • you want to experience one of the PS1's defining games

Maybe skip it if…

  • you get frustrated by precise jumps and limited lives
  • you are looking for something to play with friends

What playing Disney's Hercules is like

Platformers are all about movement: running, jumping and timing your way across levels full of gaps, enemies and secrets. The best ones feel great to control within seconds and then slowly teach you to master every leap.

Tip for newcomers: Retro platformers often have limited lives and few checkpoints. Learn one level at a time, look for hidden 1-ups, and don't be shy about using a save feature when it is available.

Disney's Hercules gameplay screenshot on PS1
In-game screenshot (PS1)

Disney's Hercules cheats & codes

11 codes on file (GameShark). Here are a few GameShark codes to start with:

Reverse Joker CommandD0034DF4 ????
FAKE Infinite Energy80034DBA 0080
Infinite Energy80034DBC 0080
Infinite Lives30034DA4 0009
Infinite Lightning Sword80034DBE 00C8
Infinite Fireball Sword80034DC0 00C8

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Disney's Hercules walkthroughs & guides

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Playing PS1 games today

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Disney's Hercules FAQ

When did Disney's Hercules come out on the PS1?

Disney's Hercules was released for the PlayStation in 1997.

Who made Disney's Hercules?

It was developed by Eurocom Developments Ltd and published by Virgin Interactive / Disney Interactive.

Is Disney's Hercules multiplayer?

No. Disney's Hercules is a single-player game.

How long does Disney's Hercules take to play?

As a platformer, Disney's Hercules 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 Disney's Hercules 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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