Expert PS1 box art

PlayStation · Shooter

Expert

Deep cut

SystemPlayStation
Released1996
GenreShooter
DeveloperNichibutsu (Nihon Bussan)
PublisherNichibutsu (Nihon Bussan)
Players1 player
CommitmentAn evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 2

Expert is a shooter released in 1996 for the PlayStation, developed by Nichibutsu (Nihon Bussan).

It came out in the PS1's second year on the market. Other notable PS1 releases from 1996 include Resident Evil, Tomb Raider and Crash Bandicoot.

Expert 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 Expert 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.

Expert gameplay screenshot on PS1
In-game screenshot (PS1)

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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.

Expert FAQ

When did Expert come out on the PS1?

Expert was released for the PlayStation in 1996.

Who made Expert?

It was developed by Nichibutsu (Nihon Bussan).

Is Expert multiplayer?

No. Expert is a single-player game.

How long does Expert take to play?

As a shooter, Expert 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 Expert 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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