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PlayStation · Strategy

Panzer General

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SystemPlayStation
Released1996 (originally 1994)
GenreStrategy
DeveloperStrategic Simulations, Inc
PublisherMindscape
Players1–2 players
CommitmentWeekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 4

Developed by Strategic Simulations, Inc and published by Mindscape, Panzer General arrived on the PlayStation in 1996 as a strategy game. This PS1 release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1994.

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.

Strategic Simulations, Inc also made Allied General for the PS1.

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

Pick it if…

  • you want to think and plan
  • you have time for a weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)
  • you have a friend to play against
  • you've played the PS1 hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you want quick action without planning ahead

What playing Panzer General is like

Strategy games reward planning over reflexes: command armies, manage resources and outthink opponents on turn-based or real-time battlefields.

Tip for newcomers: Read the manual or tutorial if one exists: retro strategy games often assume you know their rules. Save between missions.

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

Panzer General cheats & codes

4 codes on file (Action Replay, GameShark). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:

Prestige Points800EDE18 2000
Turn Counter80089C98 0A0B

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Panzer General walkthroughs & guides

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Playing PS1 games today

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Panzer General FAQ

When did Panzer General come out on the PS1?

Panzer General was released for the PlayStation in 1996; the original game dates back to 1994.

Who made Panzer General?

It was developed by Strategic Simulations, Inc and published by Mindscape.

Is Panzer General multiplayer?

Yes. Panzer General supports up to 2 players.

How long does Panzer General take to play?

As a strategy game, Panzer General typically falls into the "Weekend project" category: roughly 6–20 hours. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.

Read more about Panzer General 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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