Resident Evil Classic
PlayStation · Horror / RPG
Parasite Eve
Certified classic
| System | PlayStation |
|---|---|
| Released | 1998 |
| Genre | Horror, RPG |
| Developer | Squaresoft |
| Publisher | Squaresoft |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Parasite Eve |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 14 |
Developed by Squaresoft, Parasite Eve arrived on the PlayStation in 1998 as a horror game. It blends horror and RPG 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. Among the 26 PS1 horror games in our database, it ranks #7 by legacy score.
It is part of the Parasite Eve series; on the PS1 you can also try Parasite Eve II. Squaresoft also made Final Fantasy VII, Final Fantasy VIII and Final Fantasy IX for the PS1.
Parasite Eve 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)
- you want to experience one of the PS1's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you scare easily or dislike scarce resources
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Parasite Eve 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.
Parasite Eve cheats & codes
27 codes on file (GameShark). Here are a few GameShark codes to start with:
| No Random Battles | 800A781A
8000 |
|---|---|
| Infinite Ammo Everything | 80056BE0
0000 |
| Max Item Capacity | 800C0E34
03E0 |
| Max Item Slots | 800C0E0C
0032 |
| Have All Parasite Spells | 800C0E24
1FFF |
| Max AT Points | 800B8A30
FFFF |
Parasite Eve walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Parasite Eve.
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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.
Parasite Eve FAQ
When did Parasite Eve come out on the PS1?
Parasite Eve was released for the PlayStation in 1998.
Who made Parasite Eve?
It was developed by Squaresoft.
Is Parasite Eve multiplayer?
No. Parasite Eve is a single-player game.
How long does Parasite Eve take to play?
As a horror game, Parasite Eve 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 Parasite Eve 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.