MLB 2001 PS1 box art

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MLB 2001

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SystemPlayStation
Released2000
GenreSports
Developer989 Studios
PublisherSony
Players1–2 players
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 1

Released for the PlayStation in 2000, MLB 2001 is a sports game developed by 989 Studios and published by Sony.

It landed about 5 years into the PS1's life. Other notable PS1 releases from 2000 include Final Fantasy IX, Rayman 2: The Great Escape and Spyro: Year of the Dragon.

989 Studios also made Twisted Metal 4, Twisted Metal III and MLB 2002 for the PS1.

MLB 2001 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 MLB 2001 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Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.

MLB 2001 gameplay screenshot on PS1
In-game screenshot (PS1)

MLB 2001 cheats & codes

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

Infinite Outs800B9270 0000
Infinite Strikes800B9272 0000
Infinite Balls800B9274 0000
Away Team Score Modifier3001D49B 00??
Away Team Hits Modifier3001D494 00??
Away Team Runs Modifier3001D495 00??

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MLB 2001 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.

MLB 2001 FAQ

When did MLB 2001 come out on the PS1?

MLB 2001 was released for the PlayStation in 2000.

Who made MLB 2001?

It was developed by 989 Studios and published by Sony.

Is MLB 2001 multiplayer?

Yes. MLB 2001 supports up to 2 players.

How long does MLB 2001 take to play?

As a sports game, MLB 2001 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 MLB 2001 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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