Chaos Break PS1 box art

PlayStation · Shooter / Action

Chaos Break

Deep cut

SystemPlayStation
Released2000
GenreShooter, Action
DeveloperTaito
PublisherEon Digital
Players1 player
CommitmentAn evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 5

Released for the PlayStation in 2000, Chaos Break is a shooter developed by Taito and published by Eon Digital. It blends shooter and action elements.

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.

Taito also made Puzzle Bobble 4, Puzzle Bobble 3 and RayStorm for the PS1.

Chaos Break 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've played the PS1 hits and want something less obvious

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 Chaos Break 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.

Chaos Break gameplay screenshot on PS1
In-game screenshot (PS1)

Chaos Break 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.

Chaos Break FAQ

When did Chaos Break come out on the PS1?

Chaos Break was released for the PlayStation in 2000.

Who made Chaos Break?

It was developed by Taito and published by Eon Digital.

Is Chaos Break multiplayer?

No. Chaos Break is a single-player game.

How long does Chaos Break take to play?

As a shooter, Chaos Break 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 Chaos Break 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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