Sentinel Returns PS1 box art

PlayStation · Puzzle / Action

Sentinel Returns

Deep cut

SystemPlayStation
Released1998
GenrePuzzle, Action
DeveloperHookstone
PublisherPsygnosis
Players1 player
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 4

Developed by Hookstone and published by Psygnosis, Sentinel Returns arrived on the PlayStation in 1998 as a puzzle game. It blends puzzle and action elements.

It landed about 3 years into the PS1's life. Other notable PS1 releases from 1998 include Metal Gear Solid, Resident Evil 2 and Tomb Raider II. Among the 42 PS1 puzzle games in our database, it ranks #20 by legacy score.

Sentinel Returns is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.

Pick it if…

  • you want to think and plan
  • you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
  • you've played the PS1 hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you want story, exploration or action
  • you are looking for something to play with friends

What playing Sentinel Returns is like

Puzzle games challenge pattern recognition, planning and quick thinking, from falling-block games to single-screen logic puzzles.

Tip for newcomers: Puzzle games are perfect for short sessions and often have endless or score-attack modes, so they never really end.

Sentinel Returns gameplay screenshot on PS1
In-game screenshot (PS1)

Sentinel Returns cheats & codes

7 codes on file (Action Replay, GameShark). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:

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Y-Fix7421FCC6 A622 8421FCC6 A632

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Sentinel Returns walkthroughs & guides

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Playing PS1 games today

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Sentinel Returns FAQ

When did Sentinel Returns come out on the PS1?

Sentinel Returns was released for the PlayStation in 1998.

Who made Sentinel Returns?

It was developed by Hookstone and published by Psygnosis.

Is Sentinel Returns multiplayer?

No. Sentinel Returns is a single-player game.

How long does Sentinel Returns take to play?

As a puzzle game, Sentinel Returns 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 Sentinel Returns 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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