PlayStation · Horror / Action
Nightmare Creatures II
| System | PlayStation |
|---|---|
| Released | 2000 |
| Genre | Horror, Action |
| Developer | Kalisto Entertainment |
| Publisher | Activision |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Nightmare Creatures |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 8 |
Nightmare Creatures II is a horror game released in 2000 for the PlayStation, developed by Kalisto Entertainment and published by Activision. It blends horror 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 26 PS1 horror games in our database, it ranks #15 by legacy score.
It is part of the Nightmare Creatures series; on the PS1 you can also try Nightmare Creatures. The series also appears on other systems with Nightmare Creatures (N64) and Nightmare Creatures II (Dreamcast). Kalisto Entertainment also made The Fifth Element for the PS1.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
Pick it if…
- you want to be spooked
- you have time for an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
Maybe skip it if…
- you scare easily or dislike scarce resources
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Nightmare Creatures II is like
Horror games build dread through atmosphere, limited resources and enemies you would rather avoid than fight. Survival horror in particular makes every bullet count.
Tip for newcomers: Conserve ammunition and healing items, explore carefully, and play with the lights off for the full effect.
Nightmare Creatures II cheats & codes
29 codes on file (Action Replay, GameShark). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| RCJC | D00AB4FE
???? |
|---|---|
| PAL2NTSC | 800B3474
0000 |
| Y-Fix | 8008F034
0000 |
| Level select | 300BA034
0001 |
| Have pistol | 300AB55C
0001 |
| Have Hellfire | 300AB562
0001 |
Nightmare Creatures II walkthroughs & guides
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Playing PS1 games today
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Nightmare Creatures II FAQ
When did Nightmare Creatures II come out on the PS1?
Nightmare Creatures II was released for the PlayStation in 2000.
Who made Nightmare Creatures II?
It was developed by Kalisto Entertainment and published by Activision.
Is Nightmare Creatures II multiplayer?
No. Nightmare Creatures II is a single-player game.
How long does Nightmare Creatures II take to play?
As a horror game, Nightmare Creatures II 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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