Pool Hustler PS1 box art

PlayStation · Sports

Pool Hustler

Deep cut

SystemPlayStation
Released1999
GenreSports
DeveloperOrnith
PublisherActivision / ASK Corporation
Players1–2 players
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 1

Released for the PlayStation in 1999, Pool Hustler is a sports game developed by Ornith and published by Activision / ASK Corporation.

It landed about 4 years into the PS1's life. Other notable PS1 releases from 1999 include Grand Theft Auto 2, Final Fantasy VIII and Resident Evil 3: Nemesis.

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Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.

Pool Hustler gameplay screenshot on PS1
In-game screenshot (PS1)

Pool Hustler cheats & codes

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

Joker CommandD0078E60 ????
Always Ball in Hand80078E68 0000
Max Cash (Press L1 to activate)D0078E60 0004 800BE06E FFFF
Unlock Stages (Press L1 to activate)D0078E60 0004 800A4B80 FFFF
Have all Cue Sticks Press L1 to activateD0078E60 0004 800A4B68 000F
All Trick Shots completed (Set 2)800A4BAE 1F1F 800A4BB0 1F1F 300A4BB2 001F

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Pool Hustler 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.

Pool Hustler FAQ

When did Pool Hustler come out on the PS1?

Pool Hustler was released for the PlayStation in 1999.

Who made Pool Hustler?

It was developed by Ornith and published by Activision / ASK Corporation.

Is Pool Hustler multiplayer?

Yes. Pool Hustler supports up to 2 players.

How long does Pool Hustler take to play?

As a sports game, Pool Hustler 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 Pool Hustler 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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