Vigilante 8: 2nd Offense PS1 box art

PlayStation · Action

Vigilante 8: 2nd Offense

SystemPlayStation
Released1999
GenreAction
DeveloperLuxoflux
PublisherActivision, Inc
Players1–2 players
CommitmentAn evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
SeriesVigilante 8
LegacyWell-known · legacy score 11

Vigilante 8: 2nd Offense is an action game released in 1999 for the PlayStation, developed by Luxoflux and published by Activision, Inc.

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. Among the 160 PS1 action games in our database, it ranks #19 by legacy score.

It is part of the Vigilante 8 series. The series also appears on other systems with Vigilante 8: 2nd Offense (Dreamcast). Luxoflux also made Vigilante 8 for the PS1.

Vigilante 8: 2nd Offense 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

Maybe skip it if…

  • you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests

What playing Vigilante 8: 2nd Offense 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.

Vigilante 8: 2nd Offense gameplay screenshot on PS1
In-game screenshot (PS1)

Vigilante 8: 2nd Offense cheats & codes

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

Infinite Interceptor Missiles - Both Players8004475A 2400
Infinite Bull's Eye Rockets - Both Players800437B2 2400
Infinite Sky Hammer Motar - Both Players800468B6 2400
Infinite Bruiser Cannon - Both Players800453A2 2400
Infinite Roadkill Mines - Both Players80047BD6 2400
Infinite Brimstone Burner - Both Players80049076 2400

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Vigilante 8: 2nd Offense walkthroughs & guides

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Vigilante 8: 2nd Offense FAQ

When did Vigilante 8: 2nd Offense come out on the PS1?

Vigilante 8: 2nd Offense was released for the PlayStation in 1999.

Who made Vigilante 8: 2nd Offense?

It was developed by Luxoflux and published by Activision, Inc.

Is Vigilante 8: 2nd Offense multiplayer?

Yes. Vigilante 8: 2nd Offense supports up to 2 players.

How long does Vigilante 8: 2nd Offense take to play?

As an action game, Vigilante 8: 2nd Offense 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 Vigilante 8: 2nd Offense 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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