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PlayStation · Action-Adventure / Adventure
Sentient
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| System | PlayStation |
|---|---|
| Released | 1997 |
| Genre | Action-Adventure, Adventure |
| Developer | Psygnosis |
| Publisher | Psygnosis |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Weekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 2 |
Sentient is an action-adventure game released in 1997 for the PlayStation, developed by Psygnosis. It blends action-adventure and adventure elements.
It landed about 2 years into the PS1's life. Other notable PS1 releases from 1997 include Grand Theft Auto, Final Fantasy VII and Duke Nukem 3D.
Psygnosis also made Wipeout 2097, Wipeout and The Adventures of Lomax for the PS1.
Sentient 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)
- you've played the PS1 hits and want something less obvious
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 Sentient 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.
Sentient walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Sentient.
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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.
Sentient FAQ
When did Sentient come out on the PS1?
Sentient was released for the PlayStation in 1997.
Who made Sentient?
It was developed by Psygnosis.
Is Sentient multiplayer?
No. Sentient is a single-player game.
How long does Sentient take to play?
As an action-adventure game, Sentient 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 Sentient 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.