PlayStation · Action-Adventure / Beat 'em Up
MediEvil 2
Certified classic
| System | PlayStation |
|---|---|
| Released | 2000 |
| Genre | Action-Adventure, Beat 'em Up, Action |
| Developer | SCEE Cambridge Studios |
| Publisher | Sony |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Weekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours) |
| Series | MediEvil |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 14 |
MediEvil 2 is an action-adventure game released in 2000 for the PlayStation, developed by SCEE Cambridge Studios and published by Sony. Depending on the region, you may also know it as Medievil II. It blends action-adventure, beat 'em up and action elements.
It landed about 5 years into the PS1's life. Other notable PS1 releases from 2000 include Final Fantasy IX, Rayman 2: The Great Escape and Spyro: Year of the Dragon. Among the 72 PS1 action-adventure games in our database, it ranks #23 by legacy score.
It is part of the MediEvil series; on the PS1 you can also try MediEvil.
MediEvil 2 is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
Pick it if…
- you want to get lost in a long quest
- 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 want a game you can finish in one short session
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing MediEvil 2 is like
Action-adventures blend real-time combat with exploration, puzzles and item collection. You open up a larger world gradually as new tools let you reach places you couldn't before.
Tip for newcomers: Keep a mental (or paper) map of locked doors and unreachable ledges; most action-adventures expect you to come back once you find the right item.
MediEvil 2 cheats & codes
100 codes on file (Action Replay, GameShark). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| PAL2NTSC | 800AED4A
3C00 |
|---|---|
| Infinite energy | 800F11C0
012C |
| Max money | 800F1248
270F |
| Full 'Chalice of Souls' | 800EFB1C
0064 |
| Infinite health (Iron Slugger) | 801C9966
00C8 |
| Infinite health (Boxing level) | 801C9966
00C8 |
MediEvil 2 walkthroughs & guides
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Playing PS1 games today
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MediEvil 2 FAQ
When did MediEvil 2 come out on the PS1?
MediEvil 2 was released for the PlayStation in 2000.
Who made MediEvil 2?
It was developed by SCEE Cambridge Studios and published by Sony.
Is MediEvil 2 multiplayer?
No. MediEvil 2 is a single-player game.
How long does MediEvil 2 take to play?
As an action-adventure game, MediEvil 2 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 MediEvil 2 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.