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PlayStation · RPG
Xenogears
Certified classic
| System | PlayStation |
|---|---|
| Released | 1998 |
| Genre | RPG |
| Developer | Squaresoft |
| Publisher | Squaresoft |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Epic journey (20+ hours of adventure) |
| Series | Xeno |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 24 |
Xenogears is a role-playing game released in 1998 for the PlayStation, developed by Squaresoft.
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 131 PS1 RPGs in our database, it ranks #6 by legacy score.
It is part of the Xeno series. Squaresoft also made Final Fantasy VII, Final Fantasy VIII and Final Fantasy IX for the PS1.
Xenogears 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 want to experience one of the PS1's defining games
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 Xenogears 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.
Xenogears cheats & codes
27 codes on file (Action Replay). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Unlimited Items (All Slots) | 801DBC32
2400 |
|---|---|
| Save From Anywhere | 80059170
0100 |
| Debug Menu | 8004F34C
0000 |
| Gears Always In Infinity Mode | 800D2C34
0804 |
| No Random Encounters on World Map | 8009D64C
0010 |
| (Character 1) Unlimited Health | 800CCD34
03E7 |
Xenogears walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Xenogears.
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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.
Xenogears FAQ
When did Xenogears come out on the PS1?
Xenogears was released for the PlayStation in 1998.
Who made Xenogears?
It was developed by Squaresoft.
Is Xenogears multiplayer?
No. Xenogears is a single-player game.
How long does Xenogears take to play?
As a role-playing game, Xenogears typically falls into the "Epic journey" category: 20+ hours of adventure. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
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