Silhouette Mirage PS1 box art

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Silhouette Mirage

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SystemPlayStation
Released2000 (originally 1997)
GenreAction
DeveloperTreasure
PublisherSpaz (Working Designs)
Players1 player
CommitmentAn evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 3

Silhouette Mirage is an action game released in 2000 for the PlayStation, developed by Treasure and published by Spaz (Working Designs). This PS1 release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1997.

It landed about 5 years into the PS1's life. Other notable PS1 releases from 2000 include Final Fantasy IX, Rayman 2: The Great Escape and Spyro: Year of the Dragon.

Treasure also made Rakugaki Showtime for the PS1.

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

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've played the PS1 hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
  • you are looking for something to play with friends

What playing Silhouette Mirage 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.

Silhouette Mirage gameplay screenshot on PS1
In-game screenshot (PS1)

Silhouette Mirage walkthroughs & guides

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Silhouette Mirage FAQ

When did Silhouette Mirage come out on the PS1?

Silhouette Mirage was released for the PlayStation in 2000; the original game dates back to 1997.

Who made Silhouette Mirage?

It was developed by Treasure and published by Spaz (Working Designs).

Is Silhouette Mirage multiplayer?

No. Silhouette Mirage is a single-player game.

How long does Silhouette Mirage take to play?

As an action game, Silhouette Mirage 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 Silhouette Mirage 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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