Killing Time 3DO box art

3DO Interactive Multiplayer · Shooter

Killing Time

Certified classic

System3DO Interactive Multiplayer
Released1995
GenreShooter
DeveloperThe 3DO Company
PublisherThe 3DO Company
Players1 player
CommitmentAn evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
LegacyCertified classic · legacy score 9

Released for the 3DO Interactive Multiplayer in 1995, Killing Time is a shooter developed by The 3DO Company.

It landed about 2 years into the 3DO's life. Other notable 3DO releases from 1995 include Theme Park, D and Wolfenstein 3D. Among the 20 3DO shooters in our database, it ranks #3 by legacy score.

The 3DO Company also made Godai Elemental Force and Escape from Monster Manor for the 3DO.

Killing Time is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.

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 want to experience one of the 3DO's defining games

Maybe skip it if…

  • you are not a fan of fast-paced aiming and twitch reflexes
  • you are looking for something to play with friends

What playing Killing Time is like

Shooters are built around aiming and firing, from first-person corridor blasters and light-gun games to run-and-gun stages and multidirectional arcade shooters.

Tip for newcomers: Retro shooters were designed for CRT TVs and original controllers; light-gun games in particular need special hardware or alternative controls on modern screens.

Killing Time gameplay screenshot on 3DO
In-game screenshot (3DO)

Killing Time walkthroughs & guides

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Killing Time FAQ

When did Killing Time come out on the 3DO?

Killing Time was released for the 3DO Interactive Multiplayer in 1995.

Who made Killing Time?

It was developed by The 3DO Company.

Is Killing Time multiplayer?

No. Killing Time is a single-player game.

How long does Killing Time take to play?

As a shooter, Killing Time 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 Killing Time 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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