Triple Play 97 PS1 box art

PlayStation · Sports

Triple Play 97

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SystemPlayStation
Released1996
GenreSports
DeveloperEA Sports
PublisherEA Sports
Players1–8 players
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
SeriesTriple Play
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 2

Released for the PlayStation in 1996, Triple Play 97 is a sports game developed by EA Sports.

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.

It is part of the Triple Play series. EA Sports also made FIFA Football 2004, FIFA Football 2005 and UEFA Euro 2000 for the PS1.

Triple Play 97 supports up to 8 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 Triple Play 97 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Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.

Triple Play 97 gameplay screenshot on PS1
In-game screenshot (PS1)

Triple Play 97 cheats & codes

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

Infinite Balls3001E7D0 0000
Infinite Strikes3001E7D1 0000
Infinite Outs3001E7D2 0000
Away Team Score Modifier3001E56C 00??
Away Team Hits Modifier3001E56D 00??
Away Team Errors Modifier3001E56E 00??

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Triple Play 97 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.

Triple Play 97 FAQ

When did Triple Play 97 come out on the PS1?

Triple Play 97 was released for the PlayStation in 1996.

Who made Triple Play 97?

It was developed by EA Sports.

Is Triple Play 97 multiplayer?

Yes. Triple Play 97 supports up to 8 players.

How long does Triple Play 97 take to play?

As a sports game, Triple Play 97 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 Triple Play 97 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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