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Speedball
PlayStation · Sports
Speedball
Deep cut
| System | PlayStation |
|---|---|
| Genre | Sports |
| Developer | The Bitmap Brothers |
| Publisher | Mirrorsoft |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Speedball |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 4 |
Released for the PlayStation, Speedball is a sports game developed by The Bitmap Brothers and published by Mirrorsoft. This PS1 release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1988.
It is part of the Speedball series. The series also appears on other systems with Speedball (C64).
Speedball is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
Pick it if…
- you want to race and compete
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you've played the PS1 hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you need current teams and rosters
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Speedball 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Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.
Speedball walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Speedball.
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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.
Speedball FAQ
Who made Speedball?
It was developed by The Bitmap Brothers and published by Mirrorsoft.
Is Speedball multiplayer?
No. Speedball is a single-player game.
How long does Speedball take to play?
As a sports game, Speedball 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 Speedball 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.