Planet of the Apes PS1 box art

PlayStation · Action-Adventure / Action

Planet of the Apes

SystemPlayStation
Released2002
GenreAction-Adventure, Action
DeveloperVisiware
PublisherUbi Soft
Players1 player
CommitmentWeekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours)
SeriesPlanet of the Apes
LegacyWell-known · legacy score 8

Planet of the Apes is an action-adventure game released in 2002 for the PlayStation, developed by Visiware and published by Ubi Soft. It blends action-adventure and action elements.

It landed about 7 years into the PS1's life. Other notable PS1 releases from 2002 include Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, Pro Evolution Soccer and FIFA Football 2003.

It is part of the Planet of the Apes series. The series also appears on other systems with Planet of the Apes (GBC) and Planet of the Apes (GBA).

Planet of the Apes is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.

Pick it if…

  • you want to get lost in a long quest
  • you have time for a weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)

Maybe skip it if…

  • you want a game you can finish in one short session
  • you are looking for something to play with friends

What playing Planet of the Apes is like

Action-adventures blend real-time combat with exploration, puzzles and item collection. You open up a larger world gradually as new tools let you reach places you couldn't before.

Tip for newcomers: Keep a mental (or paper) map of locked doors and unreachable ledges; most action-adventures expect you to come back once you find the right item.

Planet of the Apes gameplay screenshot on PS1
In-game screenshot (PS1)

Planet of the Apes walkthroughs & guides

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Playing PS1 games today

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Planet of the Apes FAQ

When did Planet of the Apes come out on the PS1?

Planet of the Apes was released for the PlayStation in 2002.

Who made Planet of the Apes?

It was developed by Visiware and published by Ubi Soft.

Is Planet of the Apes multiplayer?

No. Planet of the Apes is a single-player game.

How long does Planet of the Apes take to play?

As an action-adventure game, Planet of the Apes typically falls into the "Weekend project" category: roughly 6–20 hours. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.

Read more about Planet of the Apes 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.

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