PlayStation · Platformer
Gex
Certified classic
| System | PlayStation |
|---|---|
| Released | 1995 |
| Genre | Platformer |
| Developer | Beam Software Pty. Ltd |
| Publisher | Crystal Dynamics, Inc |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Weekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours) |
| Series | Gex |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 13 |
Developed by Beam Software Pty. Ltd and published by Crystal Dynamics, Inc, Gex arrived on the PlayStation in 1995 as a platformer.
It belongs to the PS1's earliest wave of games. Other notable PS1 releases from 1995 include Rayman, Mortal Kombat 3 and FIFA Soccer 96. Among the 77 PS1 platformers in our database, it ranks #20 by legacy score.
It is part of the Gex series; on the PS1 you can also try Gex 3: Deep Cover Gecko and Gex: Enter the Gecko. The series also appears on other systems with Gex (3DO) and Gex 3: Deep Cover Gecko (N64). Beam Software Pty. Ltd also made Caesars Palace for the PS1.
Gex is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
Pick it if…
- you want to run, jump and explore
- you have time for a weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)
- you want to experience one of the PS1's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you get frustrated by precise jumps and limited lives
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Gex is like
Platformers are all about movement: running, jumping and timing your way across levels full of gaps, enemies and secrets. The best ones feel great to control within seconds and then slowly teach you to master every leap.
Tip for newcomers: Retro platformers often have limited lives and few checkpoints. Learn one level at a time, look for hidden 1-ups, and don't be shy about using a save feature when it is available.
Gex cheats & codes
7 codes on file (GameShark). Here are a few GameShark codes to start with:
| Joker Command | D009823C
???? |
|---|---|
| Infinite Lives | 8009732C
0063 |
| Invincible | 80097BD8
0001 |
| Infinite Gold Flies | 80097AF8
0063 |
| Blurr Mode | 80097CCC
0001 |
| Fireball Mode | 80097BD6
0001 |
Gex walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Gex.
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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.
Gex FAQ
When did Gex come out on the PS1?
Gex was released for the PlayStation in 1995.
Who made Gex?
It was developed by Beam Software Pty. Ltd and published by Crystal Dynamics, Inc.
Is Gex multiplayer?
No. Gex is a single-player game.
How long does Gex take to play?
As a platformer, Gex 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 Gex 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.