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PlayStation · Simulation / Action
Colony Wars
| System | PlayStation |
|---|---|
| Released | 1997 |
| Genre | Simulation, Action |
| Developer | Psygnosis |
| Publisher | Psygnosis |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Weekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours) |
| Series | Colony Wars |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 9 |
Released for the PlayStation in 1997, Colony Wars is a simulation game developed by Psygnosis. It blends simulation and action elements.
It landed about 2 years into the PS1's life. Other notable PS1 releases from 1997 include Grand Theft Auto, Final Fantasy VII and Duke Nukem 3D. Among the 40 PS1 simulation games in our database, it ranks #7 by legacy score.
It is part of the Colony Wars series; on the PS1 you can also try Colony Wars: Red Sun and Colony Wars: Vengeance. Psygnosis also made Wipeout 2097, Wipeout and The Adventures of Lomax for the PS1.
Colony Wars is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
Pick it if…
- you want to think and plan
- you have time for a weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)
Maybe skip it if…
- you want clear goals and a defined ending
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Colony Wars is like
Simulation games model a system and let you play inside it, whether that means building a city, flying a plane, raising a pet or running a business.
Tip for newcomers: Simulations are often open-ended. Set yourself small goals and enjoy experimenting with the systems.
Colony Wars cheats & codes
17 codes on file (Action Replay, GameShark). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Access all Levels | 80011934
0100 |
|---|---|
| Infinite Shield | 800463C4
00C8 |
| Infinite Weapons Shield | 80119C24
0000 |
| Infinite Stun Missiles | 80119C98
0006 |
| Infinite A.S. Missiles | 80119D00
0006 |
| Infinite Tracker Missiles | 80119CCC
0006 |
Colony Wars walkthroughs & guides
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Playing PS1 games today
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Colony Wars FAQ
When did Colony Wars come out on the PS1?
Colony Wars was released for the PlayStation in 1997.
Who made Colony Wars?
It was developed by Psygnosis.
Is Colony Wars multiplayer?
No. Colony Wars is a single-player game.
How long does Colony Wars take to play?
As a simulation game, Colony Wars typically falls into the "Weekend project" category: roughly 6–20 hours. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Colony Wars 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.