PlayStation · Shooter / Action
Ghost in the Shell
| System | PlayStation |
|---|---|
| Released | 1997 |
| Genre | Shooter, Action |
| Developer | Exact / Ultra / Sugar & Rockets |
| Publisher | THQ |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 11 |
Released for the PlayStation in 1997, Ghost in the Shell is a shooter developed by Exact / Ultra / Sugar & Rockets and published by THQ. It blends shooter and action elements.
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. Among the 106 PS1 shooters in our database, it ranks #18 by legacy score.
Ghost in the Shell 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)
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 Ghost in the Shell 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.
Ghost in the Shell cheats & codes
1 codes on file (GameShark). Here are a few GameShark codes to start with:
| Movie Playing Before Any Mission Modifier | 8002DF04
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Ghost in the Shell walkthroughs & guides
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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.
Ghost in the Shell FAQ
When did Ghost in the Shell come out on the PS1?
Ghost in the Shell was released for the PlayStation in 1997.
Who made Ghost in the Shell?
It was developed by Exact / Ultra / Sugar & Rockets and published by THQ.
Is Ghost in the Shell multiplayer?
No. Ghost in the Shell is a single-player game.
How long does Ghost in the Shell take to play?
As a shooter, Ghost in the Shell 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 Ghost in the Shell 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.