Trap Gunner PS1 box art

PlayStation · Action / Strategy

Trap Gunner

Deep cut

SystemPlayStation
Released1998
GenreAction, Strategy, Puzzle
DeveloperRacdym
PublisherAtlus
Players1–2 players
CommitmentAn evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 2

Trap Gunner is an action game released in 1998 for the PlayStation, developed by Racdym and published by Atlus. It blends action, strategy and puzzle elements.

It landed about 3 years into the PS1's life. Other notable PS1 releases from 1998 include Metal Gear Solid, Resident Evil 2 and Tomb Raider II.

Racdym also made Heaven's Gate for the PS1.

Trap Gunner 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 Trap Gunner 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.

Trap Gunner gameplay screenshot on PS1
In-game screenshot (PS1)

Trap Gunner cheats & codes

25 codes on file (GameShark). Here are a few GameShark codes to start with:

P1 Character Modifier80124EB8 000?
P2 Character Modifier801258C0 000?
Level Modifier80109500 0???
Infinite Time801093D8 2328
P1 Infinite Bullets8012587C 0F00
P2 Infinite Bullets80126284 0F00

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Trap Gunner walkthroughs & guides

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Trap Gunner FAQ

When did Trap Gunner come out on the PS1?

Trap Gunner was released for the PlayStation in 1998.

Who made Trap Gunner?

It was developed by Racdym and published by Atlus.

Is Trap Gunner multiplayer?

Yes. Trap Gunner supports up to 2 players.

How long does Trap Gunner take to play?

As an action game, Trap Gunner 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 Trap Gunner 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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