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PlayStation · Action
Spec Ops: Ranger Elite
Deep cut
| System | PlayStation |
|---|---|
| Released | 2001 |
| Genre | Action |
| Developer | Runecraft |
| Publisher | Take 2 Interactive / Talonsoft |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 3 |
Developed by Runecraft and published by Take 2 Interactive / Talonsoft, Spec Ops: Ranger Elite arrived on the PlayStation in 2001 as an action game.
It landed about 6 years into the PS1's life. Other notable PS1 releases from 2001 include Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone, Need for Speed: Porsche Unleashed and Worms World Party.
Runecraft also made Barbie Explorer, Arthur! Ready to Race and Men in Black: The Series – Crashdown for the PS1.
Spec Ops: Ranger Elite 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 Spec Ops: Ranger Elite 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.
Spec Ops: Ranger Elite cheats & codes
12 codes on file (Action Replay, GameShark). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| RCJC Pad 1 | D005FBA2
???? |
|---|---|
| RCJC Pad 2 | D00564A4
???? |
| PAL2NTSC | 7426C6D6
C084
3426C6D0
C0C6 |
| Y-Fix | 7426F74D
AFD3
8426F74D
AFC3 |
| Timer stopped (Press L1 & L2 & R1 & R2) | 7420004A
9C19
8424BBFB
D1A1 |
| Infinite health | 74244A10
3294
84244A12
32BC |
Spec Ops: Ranger Elite walkthroughs & guides
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Spec Ops: Ranger Elite FAQ
When did Spec Ops: Ranger Elite come out on the PS1?
Spec Ops: Ranger Elite was released for the PlayStation in 2001.
Who made Spec Ops: Ranger Elite?
It was developed by Runecraft and published by Take 2 Interactive / Talonsoft.
Is Spec Ops: Ranger Elite multiplayer?
Yes. Spec Ops: Ranger Elite supports up to 2 players.
How long does Spec Ops: Ranger Elite take to play?
As an action game, Spec Ops: Ranger Elite 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 Spec Ops: Ranger Elite 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.