Volfoss PS1 box art

PlayStation · RPG

Volfoss

Deep cut

SystemPlayStation
Released2001
GenreRPG
DeveloperCyberhead
PublisherNamco
Players1 player
CommitmentEpic journey (20+ hours of adventure)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 1

Developed by Cyberhead and published by Namco, Volfoss arrived on the PlayStation in 2001 as a role-playing game.

It landed about 6 years into the PS1's life. Other notable PS1 releases from 2001 include Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone, Need for Speed: Porsche Unleashed and Worms World Party.

Volfoss 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 an epic journey (20+ hours of adventure)
  • you've played the PS1 hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you want instant action rather than menus, story and grinding
  • you are looking for something to play with friends
  • you only have a few minutes at a time

What playing Volfoss is like

Role-playing games trade reflexes for strategy and story. You build a party, level up, manage equipment and travel across a large world, usually through menu-based battles.

Tip for newcomers: Retro RPGs can require some level grinding and rarely tell you exactly where to go next. Talk to every townsperson, save often and use a guide if you get stuck: there is no shame in it.

Volfoss gameplay screenshot on PS1
In-game screenshot (PS1)

Volfoss 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.

Volfoss FAQ

When did Volfoss come out on the PS1?

Volfoss was released for the PlayStation in 2001.

Who made Volfoss?

It was developed by Cyberhead and published by Namco.

Is Volfoss multiplayer?

No. Volfoss is a single-player game.

How long does Volfoss take to play?

As a role-playing game, Volfoss typically falls into the "Epic journey" category: 20+ hours of adventure. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.

Read more about Volfoss 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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