Syphon Filter 3 Classic
PlayStation · Shooter / Action-Adventure
Syphon Filter
Certified classic
| System | PlayStation |
|---|---|
| Released | 1999 |
| Genre | Shooter, Action-Adventure, Action |
| Developer | Eidetic, Inc |
| Publisher | 989 Studios |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Syphon Filter |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 14 |
Syphon Filter is a shooter released in 1999 for the PlayStation, developed by Eidetic, Inc and published by 989 Studios. It blends shooter, action-adventure and action elements.
It landed about 4 years into the PS1's life. Other notable PS1 releases from 1999 include Grand Theft Auto 2, Final Fantasy VIII and Resident Evil 3: Nemesis. Among the 106 PS1 shooters in our database, it ranks #10 by legacy score.
It is part of the Syphon Filter series; on the PS1 you can also try Syphon Filter 2 and Syphon Filter 3.
Syphon Filter 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 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
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Syphon Filter 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 cheats & codes
23 codes on file (GameShark). Here are a few GameShark codes to start with:
| Open All Levels | 80146E16
0B14 |
|---|---|
| Max Health Geargia | 801A8A52
0258 |
| Max Health Destroyed Subway | 801A2EE2
0258 |
| Max Health Main Subway Line | 801C7342
0258 |
| Max Health Washington Park | 801AA4AE
0258 |
| Max Health Freedom Memorial | 801C048E
0258 |
Syphon Filter walkthroughs & guides
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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.
Syphon Filter FAQ
When did Syphon Filter come out on the PS1?
Syphon Filter was released for the PlayStation in 1999.
Who made Syphon Filter?
It was developed by Eidetic, Inc and published by 989 Studios.
Is Syphon Filter multiplayer?
No. Syphon Filter is a single-player game.
How long does Syphon Filter take to play?
As a shooter, Syphon Filter 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 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.