The Neverhood

PlayStation · Adventure

The Neverhood

Certified classic

SystemPlayStation
GenreAdventure
DeveloperRipple Effect Studios
PublisherDanger Close Games
Players1 player
CommitmentWeekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours)
LegacyCertified classic · legacy score 20

Developed by Ripple Effect Studios and published by Danger Close Games, The Neverhood arrived on the PlayStation as an adventure game.

Among the 80 PS1 adventure games in our database, it ranks #2 by legacy score.

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

Pick it if…

  • you want to get lost in a long quest
  • you have time for a weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)
  • you want to experience one of the PS1's defining games

Maybe skip it if…

  • you want fast action rather than puzzles and exploration
  • you are looking for something to play with friends

What playing The Neverhood is like

Adventure games focus on exploration, story and puzzle-solving rather than combat. Progress comes from examining your surroundings, collecting items and figuring out how they fit together.

Tip for newcomers: Classic adventure games can be cryptic by modern standards. Take notes, try everything on everything, and save before risky choices.

The Neverhood 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.

The Neverhood FAQ

Who made The Neverhood?

It was developed by Ripple Effect Studios and published by Danger Close Games.

Is The Neverhood multiplayer?

No. The Neverhood is a single-player game.

How long does The Neverhood take to play?

As an adventure game, The Neverhood 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 Neverhood 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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