The Simpsons Wrestling PS1 box art

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The Simpsons Wrestling

Certified classic

SystemPlayStation
Released2001
GenreSports
DeveloperBig Ape Productions
PublisherActivision / Fox Interactive
Players1–2 players
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
SeriesThe Simpsons
LegacyCertified classic · legacy score 13

Developed by Big Ape Productions and published by Activision / Fox Interactive, The Simpsons Wrestling arrived on the PlayStation in 2001 as a sports game.

It landed about 6 years into the PS1's life. Other notable PS1 releases from 2001 include Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone, Need for Speed: Porsche Unleashed and Worms World Party. Among the 248 PS1 sports games in our database, it ranks #24 by legacy score.

It is part of the The Simpsons series. The series also appears on other systems with The Simpsons: Bart vs. the Space Mutants (NES) and The Simpsons: Bart vs. the World (NES). Big Ape Productions also made Herc's Adventures and Celebrity Deathmatch for the PS1.

The Simpsons Wrestling 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 want to experience one of the PS1's defining games

Maybe skip it if…

  • you need current teams and rosters

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Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.

The Simpsons Wrestling gameplay screenshot on PS1
In-game screenshot (PS1)

The Simpsons Wrestling cheats & codes

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

Have Bumblebee Man Selectable800741E8 0001
Have Moe Selectable800741EC 0001
Have Frink Selectable800741F0 0001
Have Flanders Selectable800741F0 0001
Have Defender Circuit80072BF0 0001
Have Champion Circuit80072BF2 0001

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The Simpsons Wrestling walkthroughs & guides

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The Simpsons Wrestling FAQ

When did The Simpsons Wrestling come out on the PS1?

The Simpsons Wrestling was released for the PlayStation in 2001.

Who made The Simpsons Wrestling?

It was developed by Big Ape Productions and published by Activision / Fox Interactive.

Is The Simpsons Wrestling multiplayer?

Yes. The Simpsons Wrestling supports up to 2 players.

How long does The Simpsons Wrestling take to play?

As a sports game, The Simpsons Wrestling 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 The Simpsons Wrestling 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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