Gadget: Invention, Travel, & Adventure PS1 box art

PlayStation · Adventure

Gadget: Invention, Travel, & Adventure

Deep cut

SystemPlayStation
Released1997 (originally 1993)
GenreAdventure
DeveloperSynergy Inc
PublisherSynergy Inc
Players1 player
CommitmentWeekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 1

Released for the PlayStation in 1997, Gadget: Invention, Travel, & Adventure is an adventure game developed by Synergy Inc. This PS1 release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1993.

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.

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 Gadget: Invention, Travel, & Adventure 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.

Gadget: Invention, Travel, & Adventure gameplay screenshot on PS1
In-game screenshot (PS1)

Gadget: Invention, Travel, & Adventure walkthroughs & guides

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Playing PS1 games today

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Gadget: Invention, Travel, & Adventure FAQ

When did Gadget: Invention, Travel, & Adventure come out on the PS1?

Gadget: Invention, Travel, & Adventure was released for the PlayStation in 1997; the original game dates back to 1993.

Who made Gadget: Invention, Travel, & Adventure?

It was developed by Synergy Inc.

Is Gadget: Invention, Travel, & Adventure multiplayer?

No. Gadget: Invention, Travel, & Adventure is a single-player game.

How long does Gadget: Invention, Travel, & Adventure take to play?

As an adventure game, Gadget: Invention, Travel, & Adventure 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 Gadget: Invention, Travel, & Adventure 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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