Panzer Bandit PS1 box art

PlayStation · Beat 'em Up

Panzer Bandit

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SystemPlayStation
Released1997
GenreBeat 'em Up
DeveloperFill in Cafe / Kool Kizz Amusement Works
PublisherBanpresto
Players1–2 players
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 4

Released for the PlayStation in 1997, Panzer Bandit is a beat 'em up developed by Fill in Cafe / Kool Kizz Amusement Works and published by Banpresto.

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 18 PS1 beat 'em ups in our database, it ranks #16 by legacy score.

Panzer Bandit 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've played the PS1 hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you want depth and variety over simple, satisfying brawling

What playing Panzer Bandit is like

Beat 'em ups send you down scrolling streets fighting waves of thugs with punches, kicks, throws and grabbed weapons. Most can be finished in a single sitting and shine with a second player.

Tip for newcomers: Avoid getting surrounded: keep enemies on one side of you and save your special attacks for crowds. Bring a friend if the game supports co-op.

Panzer Bandit gameplay screenshot on PS1
In-game screenshot (PS1)

Panzer Bandit walkthroughs & guides

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Panzer Bandit FAQ

When did Panzer Bandit come out on the PS1?

Panzer Bandit was released for the PlayStation in 1997.

Who made Panzer Bandit?

It was developed by Fill in Cafe / Kool Kizz Amusement Works and published by Banpresto.

Is Panzer Bandit multiplayer?

Yes. Panzer Bandit supports up to 2 players.

How long does Panzer Bandit take to play?

As a beat 'em up, Panzer Bandit 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 Panzer Bandit 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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