Rushdown PS1 box art

PlayStation · Sports

Rushdown

Deep cut

SystemPlayStation
Released1998
GenreSports
DeveloperCanal+ Multimedia
PublisherElectronic Arts
Players1–2 players
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 1

Released for the PlayStation in 1998, Rushdown is a sports game developed by Canal+ Multimedia and published by Electronic Arts.

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.

Rushdown 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've played the PS1 hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you need current teams and rosters

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Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.

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

Rushdown cheats & codes

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

Infinite Time801F4744 13AA
Unlock Europe - Snowboarding30010088 0001
Unlock Europe - Kayaking30010094 0001
Unlock Europe - MT. Bike300100A0 0001
Unlock America - Snowboarding300100AC 0001
Unlock America - Kayaking300100B8 0001

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Rushdown 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.

Rushdown FAQ

When did Rushdown come out on the PS1?

Rushdown was released for the PlayStation in 1998.

Who made Rushdown?

It was developed by Canal+ Multimedia and published by Electronic Arts.

Is Rushdown multiplayer?

Yes. Rushdown supports up to 2 players.

How long does Rushdown take to play?

As a sports game, Rushdown 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 Rushdown 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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