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PlayStation · Action
Grid Runner
Deep cut
| System | PlayStation |
|---|---|
| Released | 1996 |
| Genre | Action |
| Developer | Radical Entertainment |
| Publisher | Virgin Interactive |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 2 |
Released for the PlayStation in 1996, Grid Runner is an action game developed by Radical Entertainment and published by Virgin Interactive.
It came out in the PS1's second year on the market. Other notable PS1 releases from 1996 include Resident Evil, Tomb Raider and Crash Bandicoot.
Radical Entertainment also made Jackie Chan Stuntmaster, MTV Sports: Snowboarding and NBA Basketball 2000 for the PS1.
Grid Runner 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 an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
- you have a friend to play against
- you've played the PS1 hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
What playing Grid Runner is like
Action games test reflexes and nerve. Expect fast enemies, tight controls and stages you clear by reacting quickly and learning enemy patterns.
Tip for newcomers: Retro action games are often short but tough. Treat early deaths as practice runs; every attempt teaches you where the next threat comes from.
Grid Runner cheats & codes
4 codes on file (GameShark). Here are a few GameShark codes to start with:
| First Person To A Flag Wins | 3009D4A2
0001 |
|---|---|
| Infinite Bonus Level Time | 800912B8
FFFF |
| Infinite Magic | 8009D3D2
000F |
| Easy Win Player 1 | 3009D4A2
000F
E009D4A2
000F
3009D3DF
000E |
Grid Runner walkthroughs & guides
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Grid Runner FAQ
When did Grid Runner come out on the PS1?
Grid Runner was released for the PlayStation in 1996.
Who made Grid Runner?
It was developed by Radical Entertainment and published by Virgin Interactive.
Is Grid Runner multiplayer?
Yes. Grid Runner supports up to 2 players.
How long does Grid Runner take to play?
As an action game, Grid Runner typically falls into the "An evening or two" category: roughly 1–6 hours to see it through. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Grid Runner 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.