Twisted Metal 4 PS1 box art

PlayStation · Action

Twisted Metal 4

Certified classic

SystemPlayStation
Released1999
GenreAction
Developer989 Studios
Publisher989 Studios
Players1–4 players
CommitmentAn evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
SeriesTwisted Metal
LegacyCertified classic · legacy score 13

Twisted Metal 4 is an action game released in 1999 for the PlayStation, developed by 989 Studios.

It landed about 4 years into the PS1's life. Other notable PS1 releases from 1999 include Grand Theft Auto 2, Final Fantasy VIII and Resident Evil 3: Nemesis. Among the 160 PS1 action games in our database, it ranks #13 by legacy score.

It is part of the Twisted Metal series; on the PS1 you can also try Twisted Metal 2, Twisted Metal and Twisted Metal III. 989 Studios also made MLB 2001, MLB 2002 and MLB 2003 for the PS1.

Twisted Metal 4 supports up to 4 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 an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
  • you have a friend to play against
  • you want to experience one of the PS1's defining games

Maybe skip it if…

  • you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests

What playing Twisted Metal 4 is like

Action games test reflexes and nerve. Expect fast enemies, tight controls and stages you clear by reacting quickly and learning enemy patterns.

Tip for newcomers: Retro action games are often short but tough. Treat early deaths as practice runs; every attempt teaches you where the next threat comes from.

Twisted Metal 4 gameplay screenshot on PS1
In-game screenshot (PS1)

Twisted Metal 4 cheats & codes

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

Infinite Lives (All Players)800373E2 2400
Infinite Lives P18005A3C8 0004
Infinite Lives P28005A438 0004
Infinite Lives P38005A4A8 0004
Infinite Lives P48005A518 0004
Infinite Special Weapon8004ECA0 0001

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Twisted Metal 4 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.

Twisted Metal 4 FAQ

When did Twisted Metal 4 come out on the PS1?

Twisted Metal 4 was released for the PlayStation in 1999.

Who made Twisted Metal 4?

It was developed by 989 Studios.

Is Twisted Metal 4 multiplayer?

Yes. Twisted Metal 4 supports up to 4 players.

How long does Twisted Metal 4 take to play?

As an action game, Twisted Metal 4 typically falls into the "An evening or two" category: roughly 1–6 hours to see it through. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.

Read more about Twisted Metal 4 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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