Phantasmagoria

Sega Saturn · Horror / Adventure

Phantasmagoria

Certified classic

SystemSega Saturn
GenreHorror, Adventure
DeveloperSierra Entertainment
PublisherSierra Entertainment
Players1 player
CommitmentAn evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
LegacyCertified classic · legacy score 13

Developed by Sierra Entertainment, Phantasmagoria arrived on the Sega Saturn as a horror game. It blends horror and adventure elements.

Among the 5 Saturn horror games in our database, it ranks #2 by legacy score.

Phantasmagoria is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.

Pick it if…

  • you want to be spooked
  • you have time for an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
  • you want to experience one of the Saturn's defining games

Maybe skip it if…

  • you scare easily or dislike scarce resources
  • you are looking for something to play with friends

What playing Phantasmagoria is like

Horror games build dread through atmosphere, limited resources and enemies you would rather avoid than fight. Survival horror in particular makes every bullet count.

Tip for newcomers: Conserve ammunition and healing items, explore carefully, and play with the lights off for the full effect.

Phantasmagoria walkthroughs & guides

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Phantasmagoria FAQ

Who made Phantasmagoria?

It was developed by Sierra Entertainment.

Is Phantasmagoria multiplayer?

No. Phantasmagoria is a single-player game.

How long does Phantasmagoria take to play?

As a horror game, Phantasmagoria 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 Phantasmagoria 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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