Xevious 3D/G PS1 box art

PlayStation · Shoot 'em Up / Shooter

Xevious 3D/G

SystemPlayStation
Released1997
GenreShoot 'em Up, Shooter
DeveloperNamco
PublisherNamco
Players1–2 players
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyWell-known · legacy score 6

Developed by Namco, Xevious 3D/G arrived on the PlayStation in 1997 as a shoot 'em up. It blends shoot 'em up and shooter elements.

It landed about 2 years into the PS1's life. Other notable PS1 releases from 1997 include Grand Theft Auto, Final Fantasy VII and Duke Nukem 3D. Among the 60 PS1 shoot 'em ups in our database, it ranks #21 by legacy score.

Namco also made Tekken 2, Ace Combat 3 and Air Combat for the PS1.

Xevious 3D/G 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 a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
  • you have a friend to play against

Maybe skip it if…

  • you dislike high difficulty and screens full of bullets

What playing Xevious 3D/G is like

Shoot 'em ups (shmups) put you in a ship facing waves of enemies and bullets. Runs are short and intense, and the goal is to survive, collect power-ups and push your high score.

Tip for newcomers: Focus on your ship's small hitbox rather than the flood of bullets, and learn which power-ups suit each stage. Most shmups are designed to be replayed many times.

Xevious 3D/G gameplay screenshot on PS1
In-game screenshot (PS1)

Xevious 3D/G walkthroughs & guides

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Playing PS1 games today

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Xevious 3D/G FAQ

When did Xevious 3D/G come out on the PS1?

Xevious 3D/G was released for the PlayStation in 1997.

Who made Xevious 3D/G?

It was developed by Namco.

Is Xevious 3D/G multiplayer?

Yes. Xevious 3D/G supports up to 2 players.

How long does Xevious 3D/G take to play?

As a shoot 'em up, Xevious 3D/G typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.

Read more about Xevious 3D/G 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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