Return Fire PS1 box art

PlayStation · Action / Shooter

Return Fire

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SystemPlayStation
Released1996
GenreAction, Shooter
DeveloperSilent Software
PublisherTime Warner Interactive
Players1–2 players
CommitmentAn evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
SeriesReturn Fire
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 5

Return Fire is an action game released in 1996 for the PlayStation, developed by Silent Software and published by Time Warner Interactive. It blends action and shooter elements.

It came out in the PS1's second year on the market. Other notable PS1 releases from 1996 include Resident Evil, Tomb Raider and Crash Bandicoot.

It is part of the Return Fire series. The series also appears on other systems with Return Fire (3DO).

Return Fire supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.

Pick it if…

  • you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
  • you have time for an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
  • you have a friend to play against
  • you've played the PS1 hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests

What playing Return Fire is like

Action games test reflexes and nerve. Expect fast enemies, tight controls and stages you clear by reacting quickly and learning enemy patterns.

Tip for newcomers: Retro action games are often short but tough. Treat early deaths as practice runs; every attempt teaches you where the next threat comes from.

Return Fire gameplay screenshot on PS1
In-game screenshot (PS1)

Return Fire cheats & codes

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

Infinite Energy80082022 8000
Drive in Water80082044 67DC
Infinite Fuel80082016 013F 800EC21A 002C
Infinite Lives800A3CDC 0303 800A3CDE 0303
Infinite Ammo80082030 0095 800EC236 0026 80082040 0032

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Return Fire walkthroughs & guides

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Playing PS1 games today

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Return Fire FAQ

When did Return Fire come out on the PS1?

Return Fire was released for the PlayStation in 1996.

Who made Return Fire?

It was developed by Silent Software and published by Time Warner Interactive.

Is Return Fire multiplayer?

Yes. Return Fire supports up to 2 players.

How long does Return Fire take to play?

As an action game, Return Fire 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 Return Fire 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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