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PlayStation · Music & Rhythm
PaRappa the Rapper
Certified classic
| System | PlayStation |
|---|---|
| Released | 1996 |
| Genre | Music & Rhythm |
| Developer | NanaOn-Sha Co., Ltd. / Nemesys |
| Publisher | Sony |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | PaRappa the Rapper |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 19 |
PaRappa the Rapper is a rhythm game released in 1996 for the PlayStation, developed by NanaOn-Sha Co., Ltd. / Nemesys and published by Sony.
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. Among the 20 PS1 music & rhythm games in our database, it ranks #1 by legacy score.
It is part of the PaRappa the Rapper series; on the PS1 you can also try Um Jammer Lammy.
PaRappa the Rapper is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
Pick it if…
- you want to race and compete
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you want to experience one of the PS1's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you play on a TV with noticeable input lag
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing PaRappa the Rapper is like
Music and rhythm games challenge your timing by asking you to hit inputs in sync with the beat.
Tip for newcomers: Modern TVs can add input lag that throws off timing; use your TV's game mode if rhythm feels off.
PaRappa the Rapper cheats & codes
9 codes on file (Action Replay, GameShark). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| PAL2NTSC | 30035F86
0020 |
|---|---|
| Y-Fix | 800451B4
0000 |
| Infinite score | 3001DA5C
0000 |
| Always be rapping ... | 801C8916
000? |
| Always score 999 points | 801C88F8
03E7 |
| KT & The Sunny Funny Band (Press Select & L1) ROM-Version 2.0 or higher required | D0007572
FBFE
3008CE08
0007 |
PaRappa the Rapper 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.
PaRappa the Rapper FAQ
When did PaRappa the Rapper come out on the PS1?
PaRappa the Rapper was released for the PlayStation in 1996.
Who made PaRappa the Rapper?
It was developed by NanaOn-Sha Co., Ltd. / Nemesys and published by Sony.
Is PaRappa the Rapper multiplayer?
No. PaRappa the Rapper is a single-player game.
How long does PaRappa the Rapper take to play?
As a rhythm game, PaRappa the Rapper 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 PaRappa the Rapper 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.