Pro Evolution Soccer PS1 box art

PlayStation · Sports

Pro Evolution Soccer

Certified classic

SystemPlayStation
Released2002
GenreSports
DeveloperKCET
PublisherKonami
Players1–2 players
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
SerieseFootball
LegacyCertified classic · legacy score 22

Released for the PlayStation in 2002, Pro Evolution Soccer is a sports game developed by KCET and published by Konami.

It landed about 7 years into the PS1's life. Other notable PS1 releases from 2002 include Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, FIFA Football 2003 and Pro Evolution Soccer 2. Among the 248 PS1 sports games in our database, it ranks #5 by legacy score.

It is part of the eFootball series; on the PS1 you can also try Pro Evolution Soccer 2, ISS Pro Evolution 2 and International Superstar Soccer Pro 98. The series also appears on other systems with Pro Evolution Soccer 6 (DS) and Pro Evolution Soccer 2008 (DS). KCET also made Silent Hill, Suikoden II and Suikoden for the PS1.

Pro Evolution Soccer 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 want to experience one of the PS1's defining games

Maybe skip it if…

  • you need current teams and rosters

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Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.

Pro Evolution Soccer gameplay screenshot on PS1
In-game screenshot (PS1)

Pro Evolution Soccer 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.

Pro Evolution Soccer FAQ

When did Pro Evolution Soccer come out on the PS1?

Pro Evolution Soccer was released for the PlayStation in 2002.

Who made Pro Evolution Soccer?

It was developed by KCET and published by Konami.

Is Pro Evolution Soccer multiplayer?

Yes. Pro Evolution Soccer supports up to 2 players.

How long does Pro Evolution Soccer take to play?

As a sports game, Pro Evolution Soccer 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 Pro Evolution Soccer 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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