PlayStation · Action
Eliminator
Deep cut
| System | PlayStation |
|---|---|
| Released | 1999 |
| Genre | Action |
| Developer | Magenta Systems |
| Publisher | Psygnosis |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 4 |
Developed by Magenta Systems and published by Psygnosis, Eliminator arrived on the PlayStation in 1999 as an action game.
It landed about 4 years into the PS1's life. Other notable PS1 releases from 1999 include Grand Theft Auto 2, Final Fantasy VIII and Resident Evil 3: Nemesis.
Eliminator 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 Eliminator 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.
Eliminator cheats & codes
11 codes on file (Action Replay, GameShark). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Infinite Time | 800F3BBC
3FFF |
|---|---|
| Infinite lifes | 300F3B91
0063 |
| Infinite health | 80113A7A
0190 |
| Invincible | 300F3B94
0063 |
| Infinite Dual Missiles | 300F484F
0063 |
| Infinite Rockets | 300F4850
0063 |
Eliminator walkthroughs & guides
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Playing PS1 games today
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Eliminator FAQ
When did Eliminator come out on the PS1?
Eliminator was released for the PlayStation in 1999.
Who made Eliminator?
It was developed by Magenta Systems and published by Psygnosis.
Is Eliminator multiplayer?
Yes. Eliminator supports up to 2 players.
How long does Eliminator take to play?
As an action game, Eliminator 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 Eliminator 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.