Tobal No. 1 PS1 box art

PlayStation · Fighting

Tobal No. 1

SystemPlayStation
Released1996
GenreFighting
DeveloperDreamFactory
PublisherSquare
Players1–2 players
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
SeriesTobal
LegacyWell-known · legacy score 11

Tobal No. 1 is a fighting game released in 1996 for the PlayStation, developed by DreamFactory and published by Square.

It came out in the PS1's second year on the market. Other notable PS1 releases from 1996 include Resident Evil, Tomb Raider and Crash Bandicoot. Among the 106 PS1 fighting games in our database, it ranks #21 by legacy score.

It is part of the Tobal series; on the PS1 you can also try Tobal 2.

Tobal No. 1 supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.

Pick it if…

  • you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
  • you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
  • you have a friend to play against

Maybe skip it if…

  • you prefer story-driven games or have no one to play against

What playing Tobal No. 1 is like

Fighting games pit two characters against each other in short one-on-one bouts. Depth comes from learning special moves, combos and each character's strengths.

Tip for newcomers: Pick one character and learn their basic special moves before branching out. Fighting games are at their best against a friend at a similar skill level.

Tobal No. 1 gameplay screenshot on PS1
In-game screenshot (PS1)

Tobal No. 1 walkthroughs & guides

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Tobal 2 box art
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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.

Tobal No. 1 FAQ

When did Tobal No. 1 come out on the PS1?

Tobal No. 1 was released for the PlayStation in 1996.

Who made Tobal No. 1?

It was developed by DreamFactory and published by Square.

Is Tobal No. 1 multiplayer?

Yes. Tobal No. 1 supports up to 2 players.

How long does Tobal No. 1 take to play?

As a fighting game, Tobal No. 1 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 Tobal No. 1 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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