Eurasia Express Satsujin Jiken PS1 box art

PlayStation · Adventure

Eurasia Express Satsujin Jiken

Deep cut

SystemPlayStation
Released1998
GenreAdventure
DeveloperSystem Sacom
PublisherEnix
Players1 player
CommitmentWeekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 3

Developed by System Sacom and published by Enix, Eurasia Express Satsujin Jiken arrived on the PlayStation in 1998 as an adventure 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.

System Sacom also made Astronōka for the PS1.

This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.

Pick it if…

  • you want to get lost in a long quest
  • you have time for a weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)
  • you've played the PS1 hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you want fast action rather than puzzles and exploration
  • you are looking for something to play with friends

What playing Eurasia Express Satsujin Jiken is like

Adventure games focus on exploration, story and puzzle-solving rather than combat. Progress comes from examining your surroundings, collecting items and figuring out how they fit together.

Tip for newcomers: Classic adventure games can be cryptic by modern standards. Take notes, try everything on everything, and save before risky choices.

Eurasia Express Satsujin Jiken gameplay screenshot on PS1
In-game screenshot (PS1)

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Eurasia Express Satsujin Jiken FAQ

When did Eurasia Express Satsujin Jiken come out on the PS1?

Eurasia Express Satsujin Jiken was released for the PlayStation in 1998.

Who made Eurasia Express Satsujin Jiken?

It was developed by System Sacom and published by Enix.

Is Eurasia Express Satsujin Jiken multiplayer?

No. Eurasia Express Satsujin Jiken is a single-player game.

How long does Eurasia Express Satsujin Jiken take to play?

As an adventure game, Eurasia Express Satsujin Jiken 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 Eurasia Express Satsujin Jiken 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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