PlayStation · Action
E.T.: Interplanetary Mission
Deep cut
| System | PlayStation |
|---|---|
| Released | 2001 |
| Genre | Action |
| Developer | Digital Eclipse Software Inc |
| Publisher | NewKidCo, Inc |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 3 |
Developed by Digital Eclipse Software Inc and published by NewKidCo, Inc, E.T.: Interplanetary Mission arrived on the PlayStation in 2001 as an action game. Depending on the region, you may also know it as E.T.: The Extra-Terrestrial: Interplanetary Mission.
It landed about 6 years into the PS1's life. Other notable PS1 releases from 2001 include Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone, Need for Speed: Porsche Unleashed and Worms World Party.
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)
- you've played the PS1 hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing E.T.: Interplanetary Mission 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.
E.T.: Interplanetary Mission cheats & codes
5 codes on file (GameShark). Here are a few GameShark codes to start with:
| Infinite Health | 30077234
0063 |
|---|---|
| Infinite Lives | 30077238
0063 |
| Max Flowers | 30077538
0063 |
| Extra Lives | 80028140
0001 |
| Press L1 For Matrix Mode (GS 2.2 Or Higher Needed!) | E008F26B
00FB
8007CEB0
0002
E008F26B
00F9
8007CEB0
0002 |
E.T.: Interplanetary Mission walkthroughs & guides
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E.T.: Interplanetary Mission FAQ
When did E.T.: Interplanetary Mission come out on the PS1?
E.T.: Interplanetary Mission was released for the PlayStation in 2001.
Who made E.T.: Interplanetary Mission?
It was developed by Digital Eclipse Software Inc and published by NewKidCo, Inc.
Is E.T.: Interplanetary Mission multiplayer?
No. E.T.: Interplanetary Mission is a single-player game.
How long does E.T.: Interplanetary Mission take to play?
As an action game, E.T.: Interplanetary Mission 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 E.T.: Interplanetary Mission 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.