Pro Pinball: Timeshock! PS1 box art

PlayStation · Action / Pinball

Pro Pinball: Timeshock!

SystemPlayStation
Released1998
GenreAction, Pinball
DeveloperCunning Developments
PublisherEmpire Interactive
Players1–4 players
CommitmentAn evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
LegacyWell-known · legacy score 6

Released for the PlayStation in 1998, Pro Pinball: Timeshock! is an action game developed by Cunning Developments and published by Empire Interactive. It blends action and pinball elements.

It landed about 3 years into the PS1's life. Other notable PS1 releases from 1998 include Metal Gear Solid, Resident Evil 2 and Tomb Raider II.

Cunning Developments also made Pro Pinball: The Web, Pro Pinball: Fantastic Journey and Pro Pinball: Big Race USA for the PS1.

Pro Pinball: Timeshock! 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

Maybe skip it if…

  • you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests

What playing Pro Pinball: Timeshock! 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.

Pro Pinball: Timeshock! gameplay screenshot on PS1
In-game screenshot (PS1)

Pro Pinball: Timeshock! cheats & codes

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

Infinite Ball Saver800B0180 086C
Infinite Novice Mode800B02D0 3000
Infinite Balls Player 1800B03DC 0098 800BD1CC 0001

See all Pro Pinball: Timeshock! cheats

Pro Pinball: Timeshock! walkthroughs & guides

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Playing PS1 games today

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Pro Pinball: Timeshock! FAQ

When did Pro Pinball: Timeshock! come out on the PS1?

Pro Pinball: Timeshock! was released for the PlayStation in 1998.

Who made Pro Pinball: Timeshock!?

It was developed by Cunning Developments and published by Empire Interactive.

Is Pro Pinball: Timeshock! multiplayer?

Yes. Pro Pinball: Timeshock! supports up to 4 players.

How long does Pro Pinball: Timeshock! take to play?

As an action game, Pro Pinball: Timeshock! 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 Pro Pinball: Timeshock! 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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