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PlayStation · Shooter / Action
Syphon Filter 2
Certified classic
| System | PlayStation |
|---|---|
| Released | 2000 |
| Genre | Shooter, Action |
| Developer | Eidetic, Inc |
| Publisher | 989 Studios |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Syphon Filter |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 12 |
Released for the PlayStation in 2000, Syphon Filter 2 is a shooter developed by Eidetic, Inc and published by 989 Studios. It blends shooter and action elements.
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. Among the 106 PS1 shooters in our database, it ranks #15 by legacy score.
It is part of the Syphon Filter series; on the PS1 you can also try Syphon Filter and Syphon Filter 3.
Syphon Filter 2 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 want to experience one of the PS1's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you are not a fan of fast-paced aiming and twitch reflexes
What playing Syphon Filter 2 is like
Shooters are built around aiming and firing, from first-person corridor blasters and light-gun games to run-and-gun stages and multidirectional arcade shooters.
Tip for newcomers: Retro shooters were designed for CRT TVs and original controllers; light-gun games in particular need special hardware or alternative controls on modern screens.
Syphon Filter 2 cheats & codes
63 codes on file (GameShark, Xploder). Here are a few GameShark codes to start with:
| Max Ammo-Silenced 9mm | 3012A5BC
0063 |
|---|---|
| Max Ammo-9mm | 3012A5C0
0063 |
| Max Ammo-.45 | 3012A5C4
0063 |
| Max Ammo-M-16 | 3012A5C8
0063 |
| Max Ammo-Silenced HK-5 | 3012A5CC
0063 |
| Max Ammo-HK-5 | 3012A5D0
0063 |
Syphon Filter 2 walkthroughs & guides
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Playing PS1 games today
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Syphon Filter 2 FAQ
When did Syphon Filter 2 come out on the PS1?
Syphon Filter 2 was released for the PlayStation in 2000.
Who made Syphon Filter 2?
It was developed by Eidetic, Inc and published by 989 Studios.
Is Syphon Filter 2 multiplayer?
Yes. Syphon Filter 2 supports up to 2 players.
How long does Syphon Filter 2 take to play?
As a shooter, Syphon Filter 2 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 Syphon Filter 2 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.