Vampire Hunter D PS1 box art

PlayStation · Horror / Action

Vampire Hunter D

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SystemPlayStation
Released1999
GenreHorror, Action
DeveloperVictor Interactive Software, Inc
PublisherJaleco USA, Inc
Players1 player
CommitmentAn evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 1

Released for the PlayStation in 1999, Vampire Hunter D is a horror game developed by Victor Interactive Software, Inc and published by Jaleco USA, Inc. It blends horror 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.

Victor Interactive Software, Inc also made Harvest Moon: Back to Nature for the PS1.

Vampire Hunter D is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.

Pick it if…

  • you want to be spooked
  • you have time for an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
  • you've played the PS1 hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you scare easily or dislike scarce resources
  • you are looking for something to play with friends

What playing Vampire Hunter D is like

Horror games build dread through atmosphere, limited resources and enemies you would rather avoid than fight. Survival horror in particular makes every bullet count.

Tip for newcomers: Conserve ammunition and healing items, explore carefully, and play with the lights off for the full effect.

Vampire Hunter D gameplay screenshot on PS1
In-game screenshot (PS1)

Vampire Hunter D cheats & codes

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

Infinite HP800A2904 00C8
Infinite VP800A291C 0019
Infinite Left Hand Power800A2920 0047
Have Vampeal Powers800A294E 0000
Have No Vampeal Powers800A294E 0001
Always Have Left Hand300A2D28 0001

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Vampire Hunter D walkthroughs & guides

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Vampire Hunter D FAQ

When did Vampire Hunter D come out on the PS1?

Vampire Hunter D was released for the PlayStation in 1999.

Who made Vampire Hunter D?

It was developed by Victor Interactive Software, Inc and published by Jaleco USA, Inc.

Is Vampire Hunter D multiplayer?

No. Vampire Hunter D is a single-player game.

How long does Vampire Hunter D take to play?

As a horror game, Vampire Hunter D 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 Vampire Hunter D 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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