Syphon Filter

 PlayStation
Metascore
90

Universal acclaim - based on 19 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 17 out of 19
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 19
  3. Negative: 0 out of 19
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  1. Hot Games
    100
    The atmosphere is captured perfectly, the cinemas are perfectly interleaved with the action, really drawing you into Gabe's chaotic world.
  2. GamePro
    100
    An action-packed espionage thriller, Syphon Filter’s intense gameplay combines with tight control and a slick style to deliver the PlayStation’s best third-person action game.
  3. IGN
    95
    The stealth aspect of Syphon Filter is fantastic. Pure bliss. "Metal Gear Solid" and "Goldeneye" fans will absolutely dig the many mission objectives just within a single level, which are sometimes split up into two or three different parts.
  5. Gamezilla!
    95
    I think 989 Studios did a great job in creating a realistic environment. It is almost like you are playing your own interactive movie.
  6. Absolute Playstation
    94
    A wonderful game that manages to combine the action/mission based elements of "Goldeneye" with the military overtones of "MGS" into one slam blam package.
  7. TotalGames.net
    93
    With the perfect combination of all-out mass slaughtering and stealth missions, Syphon Filter is an unexpected gem that comes highly recommended.
  8. GameSpot
    90
    The game isn't terribly long, but the thrill of making your way through the levels makes the game seem longer than it really is.
  9. Electric Playground
    90
    What especially impresses me is that although the presentation is smooth and competent, it is understated and lets the brilliant gameplay speak for itself.
  10. GameShark
    90
    The one frustrating aspect of the title. The difficulty level. It starts out really easy and progresses to insanely difficult.
  11. PSX Nation
    90
    This is easily the sleeper hit of the year with action that rivals the highest grossing action flicks. Mel Gibson watch out!
  12. Adrenaline Vault
    90
    "So this is what 'Metal Gear Solid' was trying to do." The level of immersion that this title provides is simply unparalleled in console gaming, and that is what makes the gameplay so spectacular.
  13. Games Domain
    90
    Despite the slight lack of originality and a couple of minor problems, Syphon Filter grabs you and doesn't let go.
  14. All Game Guide
    90
    It shouldn't be confined to live under the shadow of the ["Metal Gear Solid"] because it is much more action-oriented in design. The bottom line is that Syphon Filter is an excellent slab of gaming goodness.
  15. Cheat Code Central Platinum
    90
    Graphically this game is really well done. The PlayStation probably isn't going to get much better at this point.
  16. Game Revolution
    83
    The enemy AI is great; perhaps the best part of the game. Enemies will roll, crouch, sidestep and run to evade your fire. They'll even attempt to sneak up and ambush you.
  17. Official U.S. Playstation Magazine
    80
    Gamers took to the hero Gabe Logan with such enthusiasm that the mere mention of the franchise name still gets folks excited. [Nov 2001, p.52]
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  18. Electronic Gaming Monthly
    76
    While tolerable at the time, should've been titled "Metal Gear Weak." Try again, sorry. [Jan 2004, p.189]
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  19. Total Video Games
    70
    The controls in this game are nothing for you to write home about, although they get the job done. The graphics in Syphon Filter are a mixed bag.
  20. Games Radar
    69
    It's derivative, yet brilliant; intrinsically flawed, but fantastically playable.

Awards & Rankings

8
#8 Best PS1 Game of 1999
11
#11 Most Discussed PS1 Game of 1999
6
#6 Most Shared PS1 Game of 1999

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User Score
8.6

Generally favorable reviews- based on 218 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 177 out of 218
  2. Mixed: 34 out of 218
  3. Negative: 7 out of 218
  1. HasanSalah
    Apr 25, 2012
    10
    It's One Of The Best Game I Played On Play Station 1 And Great Story Lines . And The Graphics Are Good In 1999 , Really Good Game .
  2. AntonioDS94
    Jul 1, 2022
    10
    Questo gioco è stradivertente è invecchiato molto la trilogia meritano i loro remake. Syphon Filter Revival (una riproposizione molto fedeleQuesto gioco è stradivertente è invecchiato molto la trilogia meritano i loro remake. Syphon Filter Revival (una riproposizione molto fedele del primo capitolo con enigmi più rielaborati e un Combat System più comodo con enigmi a tempo magari allungandone la durata delle porte aperte. Tutte sono le missioni presenti combat System fluido in terza persona e miglioramento sull' aggancio del bersaglio aggiungerei dei collezionabili all'Uncharted e the Last of Us ) Syphon Filter 2 Re All+ Syphon Filter 2 Syphon Filter 3 tranne la missione dell Hotel di Fukushima , Syphon Filter Dark Mirror e Syphon Filter Logan Shadow finale Syphon Filter 2 la morte di Teresa senza menzionare il progetto dark Mirror eliminando il multiplayer e migliorie come il suo predecessore ma un gameplay vario migliorato ed arricchito, Syphon Filter 3 Remake, avvenimenti successivi alla morte di Teresa che in realtà anche no, un gameplay open world ambientato a Tokyo protagonisti Gabe Lian Teresa e Laurence e varietà).… Full Review »
  3. sebastianali
    Jan 2, 2022
    4
    Syphon Filter is a game that even for the time it feels really outdated, this is not an early PS1 game, this is 1999. By the time, theSyphon Filter is a game that even for the time it feels really outdated, this is not an early PS1 game, this is 1999. By the time, the controls and graphics were much more polished overall. The way to shoot the guns reminds me to GTA 3, if not, a bit worse for its camera, so you really know what to expect. Although the first person view was cool, and there´s a bit variety of weapons to use. But what kills this game is the level design and its checkpoint system, is so unfair at times, killing you in one hit only because you do a mistake and losing like 15 minutes or more of progress. But the enemies never are a threat, and they can shoot you from close range and i mean close range like 1 METER and they dont hit you, WHAT?
    The soundtrack was fine, the same with the story, but nothing spectacular.
    There´s also a bit of revolutionary gameplay here and there, but anything impressive in this game is drag down by the bad.    … Full Review »
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