PlayStation · Shooter / Action
N2O: Nitrous Oxide
Deep cut
| System | PlayStation |
|---|---|
| Released | 1998 |
| Genre | Shooter, Action |
| Developer | Gremlin Graphics |
| Publisher | Fox Interactive |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 4 |
Developed by Gremlin Graphics and published by Fox Interactive, N2O: Nitrous Oxide arrived on the PlayStation in 1998 as a shooter. It blends shooter and action elements.
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.
Gremlin Graphics also made Actua Golf 2, Actua Tennis and Monopoly for the PS1.
N2O: Nitrous Oxide supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
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 have a friend to play against
- 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
What playing N2O: Nitrous Oxide 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.
N2O: Nitrous Oxide cheats & codes
14 codes on file (GameShark). Here are a few GameShark codes to start with:
| Joker Command | D011B175
???? |
|---|---|
| Infinite Lives P1 | 8011B354
0103 |
| Infinite Lives P2 | 8011B36C
0103 |
| Driller Counter | 8011B488
0E60 |
| Infinite Special Weapon Ammo & Firewalls P1 | 8011B212
0A63 |
| Infinite Shields P1 | 8011B1FC
1117 |
N2O: Nitrous Oxide walkthroughs & guides
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N2O: Nitrous Oxide FAQ
When did N2O: Nitrous Oxide come out on the PS1?
N2O: Nitrous Oxide was released for the PlayStation in 1998.
Who made N2O: Nitrous Oxide?
It was developed by Gremlin Graphics and published by Fox Interactive.
Is N2O: Nitrous Oxide multiplayer?
Yes. N2O: Nitrous Oxide supports up to 2 players.
How long does N2O: Nitrous Oxide take to play?
As a shooter, N2O: Nitrous Oxide 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.
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