FIFA 97 Classic
PlayStation · Sports
Tennis Arena
Deep cut
| System | PlayStation |
|---|---|
| Released | 1997 |
| Genre | Sports |
| Developer | Smart Dog |
| Publisher | Ubi Soft |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 1 |
Developed by Smart Dog and published by Ubi Soft, Tennis Arena arrived on the PlayStation in 1997 as a sports game.
It landed about 2 years into the PS1's life. Other notable PS1 releases from 1997 include Grand Theft Auto, Final Fantasy VII and Duke Nukem 3D.
Smart Dog also made All Star Tennis '99, Ubik and 360: Three Sixty for the PS1.
Tennis Arena 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 Tennis Arena 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Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.
Tennis Arena cheats & codes
11 codes on file (GameShark). Here are a few GameShark codes to start with:
| P1 Always Scores 0 | 301CBF60
0000 |
|---|---|
| P1 Max Wins | 301FAC80
0063 |
| P1 No Wins | 301FAC80
0000 |
| P2 Always Scores 0 | 301CBF61
0000 |
| P2 Max Wins | 301FAC81
0063 |
| P2 No Wins | 301FAC81
0000 |
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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.
Tennis Arena FAQ
When did Tennis Arena come out on the PS1?
Tennis Arena was released for the PlayStation in 1997.
Who made Tennis Arena?
It was developed by Smart Dog and published by Ubi Soft.
Is Tennis Arena multiplayer?
Yes. Tennis Arena supports up to 2 players.
How long does Tennis Arena take to play?
As a sports game, Tennis Arena 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 Tennis Arena 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.