Kileak: The DNA Imperative PS1 box art

PlayStation · Shooter

Kileak: The DNA Imperative

Deep cut

SystemPlayStation
Released1995
GenreShooter
DeveloperGenki
PublisherSony
Players1 player
CommitmentAn evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 2

Released for the PlayStation in 1995, Kileak: The DNA Imperative is a shooter developed by Genki and published by Sony.

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.

Kileak: The DNA Imperative 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 Kileak: The DNA Imperative 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.

Kileak: The DNA Imperative gameplay screenshot on PS1
In-game screenshot (PS1)

Kileak: The DNA Imperative cheats & codes

26 codes on file (Action Replay, GameShark). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:

Infinite Energy800B6294 03DE
Infinite Armor800B6298 03E8
Infinite Wales Ammo800B62C8 01EF
Infinite Erosion Ammo800B62E0 0003
Infinite Zax Ammo800B6204 0058
Infinite Iritro Crion Ammo800B62D0 000A

See all Kileak: The DNA Imperative cheats

Kileak: The DNA Imperative walkthroughs & guides

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Kileak: The DNA Imperative FAQ

When did Kileak: The DNA Imperative come out on the PS1?

Kileak: The DNA Imperative was released for the PlayStation in 1995.

Who made Kileak: The DNA Imperative?

It was developed by Genki and published by Sony.

Is Kileak: The DNA Imperative multiplayer?

No. Kileak: The DNA Imperative is a single-player game.

How long does Kileak: The DNA Imperative take to play?

As a shooter, Kileak: The DNA Imperative 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 Kileak: The DNA Imperative 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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