Resident Evil 3: Nemesis PS1 box art

PlayStation · Horror

Resident Evil 3: Nemesis

Certified classic

SystemPlayStation
Released1999
GenreHorror
DeveloperCapcom Production Studio 4
PublisherCapcom
Players1 player
CommitmentAn evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
SeriesResident Evil
ESRBM
LegacyCertified classic · legacy score 40

Resident Evil 3: Nemesis is a horror game released in 1999 for the PlayStation, developed by Capcom Production Studio 4 and published by Capcom.

It landed about 4 years into the PS1's life. Other notable PS1 releases from 1999 include Grand Theft Auto 2, Final Fantasy VIII and Grand Theft Auto: London 1969. Among the 26 PS1 horror games in our database, it ranks #3 by legacy score.

It is part of the Resident Evil series; on the PS1 you can also try Resident Evil, Resident Evil 2 and Resident Evil. The series also appears on other systems with Resident Evil 2 (N64) and Resident Evil (Saturn).

Resident Evil 3: Nemesis 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 Resident Evil 3: Nemesis 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.

Resident Evil 3: Nemesis gameplay screenshot on PS1
In-game screenshot (PS1)

Resident Evil 3: Nemesis cheats & codes

11 codes on file (GameShark). Here are a few GameShark codes to start with:

Infinite Health800CCC90 00C8
Secret Mode800D1F32 FFE0
Infinite Item Usage (All Slots)8006D0CA 2400
Makes Game Think You Never Saved800D1F40 0000
Unlimited Time800C79BA 0000
Infinite Time800D1F98 0078

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Resident Evil 3: Nemesis walkthroughs & guides

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Resident Evil 3: Nemesis FAQ

When did Resident Evil 3: Nemesis come out on the PS1?

Resident Evil 3: Nemesis was released for the PlayStation in 1999.

Who made Resident Evil 3: Nemesis?

It was developed by Capcom Production Studio 4 and published by Capcom.

Is Resident Evil 3: Nemesis multiplayer?

No. Resident Evil 3: Nemesis is a single-player game.

How long does Resident Evil 3: Nemesis take to play?

As a horror game, Resident Evil 3: Nemesis 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 Resident Evil 3: Nemesis 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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