ReBoot PS1 box art

PlayStation · Shooter / Action

ReBoot

Deep cut

SystemPlayStation
Released1998
GenreShooter, Action
DeveloperEA Canada
PublisherElectronic Arts
Players1 player
CommitmentAn evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 5

Released for the PlayStation in 1998, ReBoot is a shooter developed by EA Canada and published by Electronic Arts. It blends shooter and action 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.

EA Canada also made Need for Speed: High Stakes, FIFA: Road to World Cup 98 and FIFA 99 for the PS1.

This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.

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've played the PS1 hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you are not a fan of fast-paced aiming and twitch reflexes
  • you are looking for something to play with friends

What playing ReBoot is like

Shooters are built around aiming and firing, from first-person corridor blasters and light-gun games to run-and-gun stages and multidirectional arcade shooters.

Tip for newcomers: Retro shooters were designed for CRT TVs and original controllers; light-gun games in particular need special hardware or alternative controls on modern screens.

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

ReBoot 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.

ReBoot FAQ

When did ReBoot come out on the PS1?

ReBoot was released for the PlayStation in 1998.

Who made ReBoot?

It was developed by EA Canada and published by Electronic Arts.

Is ReBoot multiplayer?

No. ReBoot is a single-player game.

How long does ReBoot take to play?

As a shooter, ReBoot 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 ReBoot 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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