Rakugaki Showtime PS1 box art

PlayStation · Fighting

Rakugaki Showtime

Deep cut

SystemPlayStation
Released1999
GenreFighting
DeveloperTreasure
PublisherEnix Corporation
Players1–2 players
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 5

Rakugaki Showtime is a fighting game released in 1999 for the PlayStation, developed by Treasure and published by Enix 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.

Treasure also made Silhouette Mirage for the PS1.

Rakugaki Showtime supports up to 2 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 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 prefer story-driven games or have no one to play against

What playing Rakugaki Showtime is like

Fighting games pit two characters against each other in short one-on-one bouts. Depth comes from learning special moves, combos and each character's strengths.

Tip for newcomers: Pick one character and learn their basic special moves before branching out. Fighting games are at their best against a friend at a similar skill level.

Rakugaki Showtime gameplay screenshot on PS1
In-game screenshot (PS1)

Rakugaki Showtime walkthroughs & guides

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Rakugaki Showtime FAQ

When did Rakugaki Showtime come out on the PS1?

Rakugaki Showtime was released for the PlayStation in 1999.

Who made Rakugaki Showtime?

It was developed by Treasure and published by Enix Corporation.

Is Rakugaki Showtime multiplayer?

Yes. Rakugaki Showtime supports up to 2 players.

How long does Rakugaki Showtime take to play?

As a fighting game, Rakugaki Showtime 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 Rakugaki Showtime 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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