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Assault: Retribution
Deep cut
| System | PlayStation |
|---|---|
| Released | 1998 |
| Genre | Action |
| Developer | Candle Light Studios |
| Publisher | Midway Home Entertainment |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 1 |
Developed by Candle Light Studios and published by Midway Home Entertainment, Assault: Retribution arrived on the PlayStation in 1998 as an action game.
It landed about 3 years into the PS1's life. Other notable PS1 releases from 1998 include Metal Gear Solid, Resident Evil 2 and Tomb Raider II.
Assault: Retribution supports up to 2 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've played the PS1 hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
What playing Assault: Retribution 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.
Assault: Retribution cheats & codes
3 codes on file (GameShark). Here are a few GameShark codes to start with:
| Infinite Ammo P1 | 800936B6
0006 |
|---|---|
| Infinite Lives P1 | 800936BC
0005 |
| Have All Weapons P1 | 30093681
0003
30093682
0003
30093683
0003
30093684
0003 |
Assault: Retribution walkthroughs & guides
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Assault: Retribution FAQ
When did Assault: Retribution come out on the PS1?
Assault: Retribution was released for the PlayStation in 1998.
Who made Assault: Retribution?
It was developed by Candle Light Studios and published by Midway Home Entertainment.
Is Assault: Retribution multiplayer?
Yes. Assault: Retribution supports up to 2 players.
How long does Assault: Retribution take to play?
As an action game, Assault: Retribution 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 Assault: Retribution 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.