PlayStation · Horror / Action
Nightmare Creatures
| System | PlayStation |
|---|---|
| Released | 1997 |
| Genre | Horror, Action |
| Developer | Kalisto Technologies |
| 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 10 |
Developed by Kalisto Technologies and published by Activision, Nightmare Creatures arrived on the PlayStation in 1997 as a horror game. It blends horror and action elements.
It landed about 2 years into the PS1's life. Other notable PS1 releases from 1997 include Grand Theft Auto, Final Fantasy VII and Duke Nukem 3D. Among the 26 PS1 horror games in our database, it ranks #10 by legacy score.
It is part of the Nightmare Creatures series; on the PS1 you can also try Nightmare Creatures II. The series also appears on other systems with Nightmare Creatures (N64) and Nightmare Creatures II (Dreamcast).
Nightmare Creatures is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
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 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 cheats & codes
24 codes on file (Action Replay, GameShark). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Reversed Joker Command | D01C2D38
???? |
|---|---|
| Unendlich Leben | 800CD7DA
0009 |
| Unendlich Schädel | 800CD844
0009 |
| Unendlich Sägeblätter | 800CD83E
0009 |
| Unendlich Minen | 800CD830
0009 |
| Unendlich Rauchzauber | 800CD832
0009 |
Nightmare Creatures walkthroughs & guides
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Nightmare Creatures FAQ
When did Nightmare Creatures come out on the PS1?
Nightmare Creatures was released for the PlayStation in 1997.
Who made Nightmare Creatures?
It was developed by Kalisto Technologies and published by Activision.
Is Nightmare Creatures multiplayer?
No. Nightmare Creatures is a single-player game.
How long does Nightmare Creatures take to play?
As a horror game, Nightmare Creatures 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 Nightmare Creatures 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.