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Salamander
PlayStation · Shoot 'em Up
Salamander
Co-op
| System | PlayStation |
|---|---|
| Genre | Shoot 'em Up |
| Developer | Konami |
| Publisher | Konami |
| Players | 1–2 players (co-op) |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Gradius |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 6 |
Salamander is a shoot 'em up released for the PlayStation, developed by Konami. This PS1 release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1986.
Among the 60 PS1 shoot 'em ups in our database, it ranks #22 by legacy score.
It is part of the Gradius series; on the PS1 you can also try Salamander 2 and Gradius Gaiden. The series also appears on other systems with Salamander (NES) and Gradius II: Gofer's Ambition (NES). Konami also made Castlevania: Symphony of the Night, Pro Evolution Soccer 2 and ISS Pro Evolution 2 for the PS1.
Salamander supports up to 2 players, including cooperative play, which makes it a strong pick for playing with a friend.
Pick it if…
- you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you want a game to beat together with a friend
Maybe skip it if…
- you dislike high difficulty and screens full of bullets
What playing Salamander is like
Shoot 'em ups (shmups) put you in a ship facing waves of enemies and bullets. Runs are short and intense, and the goal is to survive, collect power-ups and push your high score.
Tip for newcomers: Focus on your ship's small hitbox rather than the flood of bullets, and learn which power-ups suit each stage. Most shmups are designed to be replayed many times.
Salamander walkthroughs & guides
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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.
Salamander FAQ
Who made Salamander?
It was developed by Konami.
Is Salamander multiplayer?
Yes. Salamander supports up to 2 players, including co-op play.
How long does Salamander take to play?
As a shoot 'em up, Salamander typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Salamander 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.