PlayStation · RPG
Monster Seed
Deep cut
| System | PlayStation |
|---|---|
| Released | 1998 |
| Genre | RPG |
| Developer | NK System |
| Publisher | Sunsoft |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Epic journey (20+ hours of adventure) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 3 |
Monster Seed is a role-playing game released in 1998 for the PlayStation, developed by NK System and published by Sunsoft.
It landed about 3 years into the PS1's life. Other notable PS1 releases from 1998 include Metal Gear Solid, Resident Evil 2 and Tomb Raider II.
Monster Seed supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
Pick it if…
- you want to get lost in a long quest
- you have time for an epic journey (20+ hours of adventure)
- you have a friend to play against
- you've played the PS1 hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you want instant action rather than menus, story and grinding
- you only have a few minutes at a time
What playing Monster Seed is like
Role-playing games trade reflexes for strategy and story. You build a party, level up, manage equipment and travel across a large world, usually through menu-based battles.
Tip for newcomers: Retro RPGs can require some level grinding and rarely tell you exactly where to go next. Talk to every townsperson, save often and use a guide if you get stuck: there is no shame in it.
Monster Seed cheats & codes
4 codes on file (Action Replay, GameShark). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Joker Command | D01AA1F0
???? |
|---|---|
| Infinite money | 801AD7EE
7FFF |
Monster Seed walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Monster Seed.
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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.
Monster Seed FAQ
When did Monster Seed come out on the PS1?
Monster Seed was released for the PlayStation in 1998.
Who made Monster Seed?
It was developed by NK System and published by Sunsoft.
Is Monster Seed multiplayer?
Yes. Monster Seed supports up to 2 players.
How long does Monster Seed take to play?
As a role-playing game, Monster Seed typically falls into the "Epic journey" category: 20+ hours of adventure. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Monster Seed 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.