Vanishing Point PS1 box art

PlayStation · Racing

Vanishing Point

SystemPlayStation
Released2001
GenreRacing
DeveloperClockwork Games
PublisherAcclaim Entertainment
Players1–2 players
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyWell-known · legacy score 6

Developed by Clockwork Games and published by Acclaim Entertainment, Vanishing Point arrived on the PlayStation in 2001 as a racing 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.

Vanishing Point 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

Maybe skip it if…

  • you want a story or exploration rather than laps

What playing Vanishing Point is like

Racing games range from realistic driving to kart racers with weapons and shortcuts. Races are short, making them great for quick sessions and split-screen rivalries.

Tip for newcomers: Learn each track's racing line and braking points; in kart racers, item strategy matters as much as driving.

Vanishing Point gameplay screenshot on PS1
In-game screenshot (PS1)

Vanishing Point cheats & codes

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

All Cars Unlocked8003CBDC FFFF
All Movies/Slideshows Unlocked8003CBF6 FFFF
All Secrets Unlocked8003CBF2 FFFF
All Forward Tracks Unlocked8003CBE4 FFFF
All Backward Tracks Unlocked8003CVE6 FFFF
Mirrored Forward And Reverse8003CBF2 FFFF

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Vanishing Point 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.

Vanishing Point FAQ

When did Vanishing Point come out on the PS1?

Vanishing Point was released for the PlayStation in 2001.

Who made Vanishing Point?

It was developed by Clockwork Games and published by Acclaim Entertainment.

Is Vanishing Point multiplayer?

Yes. Vanishing Point supports up to 2 players.

How long does Vanishing Point take to play?

As a racing game, Vanishing Point 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 Vanishing Point 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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