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Sega Dreamcast · Shooter / Action-Adventure
The Nomad Soul
| System | Sega Dreamcast |
|---|---|
| Released | 2000 (originally 1999) |
| Genre | Shooter, Action-Adventure, RPG |
| Developer | Quantic Dream |
| Publisher | Eidos Interactive |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 6 |
Released for the Sega Dreamcast in 2000, The Nomad Soul is a shooter developed by Quantic Dream and published by Eidos Interactive. This Dreamcast release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1999. It blends shooter, action-adventure and RPG elements.
It came out in the Dreamcast's second year on the market. Other notable Dreamcast releases from 2000 include Jet Set Radio, Sonic Shuffle and Skies of Arcadia. Among the 24 Dreamcast shooters in our database, it ranks #12 by legacy score.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
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)
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 The Nomad Soul 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.
The Nomad Soul walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for The Nomad Soul.
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Playing Dreamcast games today
Dreamcast games still feel inventive and colorful, and many have been re-released on later platforms. The console also has a remarkably active homebrew scene for a system that left shelves so long ago.
The Nomad Soul FAQ
When did The Nomad Soul come out on the Dreamcast?
The Nomad Soul was released for the Sega Dreamcast in 2000; the original game dates back to 1999.
Who made The Nomad Soul?
It was developed by Quantic Dream and published by Eidos Interactive.
Is The Nomad Soul multiplayer?
No. The Nomad Soul is a single-player game.
How long does The Nomad Soul take to play?
As a shooter, The Nomad Soul 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 The Nomad Soul 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.