The Conveni PS1 box art

PlayStation · Strategy

The Conveni

Deep cut

SystemPlayStation
Released1997
GenreStrategy
DeveloperMasterpiece / Access
PublisherHuman Entertainment
Players1 player
CommitmentWeekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours)
SeriesThe Conveni
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 1

Developed by Masterpiece / Access and published by Human Entertainment, The Conveni arrived on the PlayStation in 1997 as a strategy game.

It landed about 2 years into the PS1's life. Other notable PS1 releases from 1997 include Grand Theft Auto, Final Fantasy VII and Duke Nukem 3D.

It is part of the The Conveni series; on the PS1 you can also try The Conveni 2.

The Conveni 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 weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)
  • you've played the PS1 hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you want quick action without planning ahead
  • you are looking for something to play with friends

What playing The Conveni is like

Strategy games reward planning over reflexes: command armies, manage resources and outthink opponents on turn-based or real-time battlefields.

Tip for newcomers: Read the manual or tutorial if one exists: retro strategy games often assume you know their rules. Save between missions.

The Conveni gameplay screenshot on PS1
In-game screenshot (PS1)

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The Conveni FAQ

When did The Conveni come out on the PS1?

The Conveni was released for the PlayStation in 1997.

Who made The Conveni?

It was developed by Masterpiece / Access and published by Human Entertainment.

Is The Conveni multiplayer?

No. The Conveni is a single-player game.

How long does The Conveni take to play?

As a strategy game, The Conveni typically falls into the "Weekend project" category: roughly 6–20 hours. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.

Read more about The Conveni 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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