Versailles 1685 PS1 box art

PlayStation · Adventure

Versailles 1685

SystemPlayStation
Released1998
GenreAdventure
DeveloperCryo Interactive Entertainment
PublisherCryo Interactive Entertainment / Canal + Multimedia
Players1 player
CommitmentWeekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours)
LegacyWell-known · legacy score 7

Released for the PlayStation in 1998, Versailles 1685 is an adventure game developed by Cryo Interactive Entertainment and published by Cryo Interactive Entertainment / Canal + Multimedia. Depending on the region, you may also know it as Versailles: A Game of Intrigue.

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. Among the 80 PS1 adventure games in our database, it ranks #17 by legacy score.

Cryo Interactive Entertainment also made Atlantis: The Lost Tales, Egypt 2 and Necronomicon: The Dawning of Darkness for the PS1.

This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.

Pick it if…

  • you want to get lost in a long quest
  • you have time for a weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)

Maybe skip it if…

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

What playing Versailles 1685 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.

Versailles 1685 gameplay screenshot on PS1
In-game screenshot (PS1)

Versailles 1685 walkthroughs & guides

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Versailles 1685 FAQ

When did Versailles 1685 come out on the PS1?

Versailles 1685 was released for the PlayStation in 1998.

Who made Versailles 1685?

It was developed by Cryo Interactive Entertainment and published by Cryo Interactive Entertainment / Canal + Multimedia.

Is Versailles 1685 multiplayer?

No. Versailles 1685 is a single-player game.

How long does Versailles 1685 take to play?

As an adventure game, Versailles 1685 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 Versailles 1685 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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