Ehrgeiz PS1 box art

PlayStation · Fighting / Action

Ehrgeiz

Certified classic

SystemPlayStation
Released1998
GenreFighting, Action
DeveloperDreamfactory
PublisherSquaresoft
Players1–2 players
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyCertified classic · legacy score 15

Ehrgeiz is a fighting game released in 1998 for the PlayStation, developed by Dreamfactory and published by Squaresoft. It blends fighting and action elements.

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 106 PS1 fighting games in our database, it ranks #8 by legacy score.

Ehrgeiz 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 a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
  • you have a friend to play against
  • you want to experience one of the PS1's defining games

Maybe skip it if…

  • you prefer story-driven games or have no one to play against

What playing Ehrgeiz is like

Fighting games pit two characters against each other in short one-on-one bouts. Depth comes from learning special moves, combos and each character's strengths.

Tip for newcomers: Pick one character and learn their basic special moves before branching out. Fighting games are at their best against a friend at a similar skill level.

Ehrgeiz gameplay screenshot on PS1
In-game screenshot (PS1)

Ehrgeiz walkthroughs & guides

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Playing PS1 games today

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Ehrgeiz FAQ

When did Ehrgeiz come out on the PS1?

Ehrgeiz was released for the PlayStation in 1998.

Who made Ehrgeiz?

It was developed by Dreamfactory and published by Squaresoft.

Is Ehrgeiz multiplayer?

Yes. Ehrgeiz supports up to 2 players.

How long does Ehrgeiz take to play?

As a fighting game, Ehrgeiz 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 Ehrgeiz 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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