Poy Poy PS1 box art

PlayStation · Action / Fighting

Poy Poy

Deep cut

SystemPlayStation
Released1997
GenreAction, Fighting
DeveloperKCET
PublisherKonami
Players1–4 players
CommitmentAn evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 5

Developed by KCET and published by Konami, Poy Poy arrived on the PlayStation in 1997 as an action game. It blends action and fighting elements.

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.

KCET also made Silent Hill, Pro Evolution Soccer and Suikoden II for the PS1.

Poy Poy supports up to 4 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 an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
  • you have a friend to play against
  • you've played the PS1 hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests

What playing Poy Poy is like

Action games test reflexes and nerve. Expect fast enemies, tight controls and stages you clear by reacting quickly and learning enemy patterns.

Tip for newcomers: Retro action games are often short but tough. Treat early deaths as practice runs; every attempt teaches you where the next threat comes from.

Poy Poy gameplay screenshot on PS1
In-game screenshot (PS1)

Poy Poy cheats & codes

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

Infinite Health P1800DCB68 00C8 800DCB6A 00C8
Infinite Health P2800DCB80 00C8 800DCB82 00C8
Infinite Health P3800DCB98 00C8 800DCB9A 00C8
Infinite Health P4800DCBB0 00C8 800DCBB2 00C8
Infinite Glove Power P1800DCB70 4CEA 800DCB72 4CEA
Infinite Glove Power P2800DCB88 4CEA 800DCB8A 4CEA

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Poy Poy walkthroughs & guides

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Poy Poy FAQ

When did Poy Poy come out on the PS1?

Poy Poy was released for the PlayStation in 1997.

Who made Poy Poy?

It was developed by KCET and published by Konami.

Is Poy Poy multiplayer?

Yes. Poy Poy supports up to 4 players.

How long does Poy Poy take to play?

As an action game, Poy Poy typically falls into the "An evening or two" category: roughly 1–6 hours to see it through. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.

Read more about Poy Poy 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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