Knockout Kings PS1 box art

PlayStation · Sports

Knockout Kings

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SystemPlayStation
Released1998
GenreSports
DeveloperPress Start, Inc
PublisherElectronic Arts
Players1–2 players
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
SeriesKnockout Kings
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 2

Knockout Kings is a sports game released in 1998 for the PlayStation, developed by Press Start, Inc and published by Electronic Arts.

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.

It is part of the Knockout Kings series. The series also appears on other systems with Knockout Kings 2000 (N64).

Knockout Kings supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.

Pick it if…

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

Maybe skip it if…

  • you need current teams and rosters

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Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.

Knockout Kings gameplay screenshot on PS1
In-game screenshot (PS1)

Knockout Kings cheats & codes

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

P1 Max Power801DA60C 0BB2
P1 No Power801DA60C 0000
P2 Max Power801DAF98 0BB2
P2 No Power801DAF98 0000
Arena Modifier800AF790 000?
P1 Is Bear800AF788 0066

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Knockout Kings 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.

Knockout Kings FAQ

When did Knockout Kings come out on the PS1?

Knockout Kings was released for the PlayStation in 1998.

Who made Knockout Kings?

It was developed by Press Start, Inc and published by Electronic Arts.

Is Knockout Kings multiplayer?

Yes. Knockout Kings supports up to 2 players.

How long does Knockout Kings take to play?

As a sports game, Knockout Kings 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 Knockout Kings 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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