WCW Backstage Assault PS1 box art

PlayStation · Sports

WCW Backstage Assault

SystemPlayStation
Released2000
GenreSports
DeveloperKodiak Interactive Software Studios
PublisherElectronic Arts
Players1–2 players
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyWell-known · legacy score 7

Developed by Kodiak Interactive Software Studios and published by Electronic Arts, WCW Backstage Assault arrived on the PlayStation in 2000 as a sports game.

It landed about 5 years into the PS1's life. Other notable PS1 releases from 2000 include Final Fantasy IX, Rayman 2: The Great Escape and Spyro: Year of the Dragon.

Kodiak Interactive Software Studios also made WCW Mayhem for the PS1.

WCW Backstage Assault 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 need current teams and rosters

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Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.

WCW Backstage Assault gameplay screenshot on PS1
In-game screenshot (PS1)

WCW Backstage Assault cheats & codes

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

Reverse Joker CommandD00AF78C ????
Unlock Everything (GS 2.2 Or Higher Needed!)50000F02 0000 800934C8 0000
Unlock Everything (Caetla Only)B00F0002 00000000 800934C8 0000
Infinite Creation PointsD01FFEB0 0001 801FFEB0 0063

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WCW Backstage Assault walkthroughs & guides

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Playing PS1 games today

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WCW Backstage Assault FAQ

When did WCW Backstage Assault come out on the PS1?

WCW Backstage Assault was released for the PlayStation in 2000.

Who made WCW Backstage Assault?

It was developed by Kodiak Interactive Software Studios and published by Electronic Arts.

Is WCW Backstage Assault multiplayer?

Yes. WCW Backstage Assault supports up to 2 players.

How long does WCW Backstage Assault take to play?

As a sports game, WCW Backstage Assault 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 WCW Backstage Assault 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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