Syphon Filter

 PlayStation
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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
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  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. KeithE.
    Mar 2, 2005
    10
    The best shoot em up yet great selection of weapons great story lines.
  3. AntonioDS94
    Jul 1, 2022
    10
    Questo 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 delQuesto 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).… Expand
  4. 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    Syphon Filter is a game that even for the time it feels really outdated, this is not an early PS1 game, this is 1999.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, 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 toSyphon 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.    … Expand
  5. GraemeS.
    Aug 11, 2004
    10
    The pups plums.
  6. Kharnivore2099
    Feb 26, 2020
    6
    Despite the sluggish controls and awkward movement, there is a lot of fun to be had with Syphon FIlter. The large range of weapons and tools, interesting level layout and progressive mission objectives and criteria make for an intersting experience. Voice acting is surprisingly good and some of the weapons sound fantastic for the time.

    Boss battles are the only thing that bother me, to    Despite the sluggish controls and awkward movement, there is a lot of fun to be had with Syphon FIlter. The large range of weapons and tools, interesting level layout and progressive mission objectives and criteria make for an intersting experience. Voice acting is surprisingly good and some of the weapons sound fantastic for the time.

    Boss battles are the only thing that bother me, to be honest. Enemies shooting you from beyond the draw distance is some grade A crap, but is easily subverted in the end.    … Expand
  7. JonnyB.
    Jan 5, 2008
    8
    Action packed, a really good game to get your blood flowing!!
  8. AkhilK.
    Mar 23, 2003
    10
    This game will make your jaw drop for hours because quite frankly this game is one of the best playstation 1 games ever. though not as good as metal gear solid, this game lets u use more than one machine gun and much much more!!!!!
  9. drlowdon
    Apr 30, 2020
    6
    When Agent Ellis loses contact during a mission in Costa Rica, special agents Gabe and Lian to are sent to find him and apprehend international terrorist Erich Rhoemer.

    Syphon Filter provides an entertaining mix of stealth and action orientated gameplay, and although the graphics and controls now feel very dated, it’s still pretty good fun.
  10. foxviewchannel
    Jan 7, 2015
    9
    A beautifully well written game that has missions split between heavy action and stealth. The weapons were varied and it was a thrill making my way through its tense and challenging levels. Let’s hope that we receive a new Syphon Filter game in the future.
  11. Duke_Nukem
    Oct 7, 2015
    8
    Ever wanted to be a spy in a game? Then Syphon Filter on the PlayStation is the game for you. It's better than Mission Impossible and Metal Gear Solid (the most overrated game on PS).

    The graphics are very simple but the gameplay and action is spot on. Also the music and sound in general is good. When i was first playing this game i thought the actor who did the voice for Gabe Logan was    Ever wanted to be a spy in a game? Then Syphon Filter on the PlayStation is the game for you. It's better than Mission Impossible and Metal Gear Solid (the most overrated game on PS).

    The graphics are very simple but the gameplay and action is spot on. Also the music and sound in general is good. When i was first playing this game i thought the actor who did the voice for Gabe Logan was Alec Baldwin, he has the same smooth and cool way of talking (or should I say: whispering).

    The shooting in this game is very satisfying, there is a lot of action but also stealth in the game. It's all very compelling and the whole game feels like you're in an action/spy movie.

    Of course the graphics are very dated by now and the characters look more like Playmobil toys than real persons, but the gameplay is still good and I had a lot of fun playing this game.

    I rate Syphon Filter 8 out of 10.    … Expand
  12. SleepNot
    Mar 28, 2020
    10
    SYPHON FILTER is amazing game! One of the best action game from the past! Great gameplay and Storie!
  13. SrPepe
    Oct 30, 2017
    9
    Syphon Filter es un juegazo. No puedo entender como es que lograron hacer algo tan divertido para la época. Ojalá sacaran una versión remasterizada...
  14. Barnes1987
    Mar 19, 2017
    8
    The best game in the series. Played this back in high school, and it's well worth a purchase if you own the system. Not quite as good as MGS but still a solid game.
  15. Alex_Pilgrim008
    Oct 22, 2021
    8
    A PS1 classic that combines Metal Gear Solid with Goldeneye. The action is fast and fluid, although the controls are a little sluggish. You play as Gabriel Logan, a U.S. spy that must stop terrorists bent on unleashing a biological weapon. The story is engaging and gameplay is a mix of shooting and stealth. One big tip: master the head shot early! Metal Gear fans should enjoy this. I wouldA PS1 classic that combines Metal Gear Solid with Goldeneye. The action is fast and fluid, although the controls are a little sluggish. You play as Gabriel Logan, a U.S. spy that must stop terrorists bent on unleashing a biological weapon. The story is engaging and gameplay is a mix of shooting and stealth. One big tip: master the head shot early! Metal Gear fans should enjoy this. I would rate Syphon Filter with an 8.5 out of 10… Expand
  16. Leontorres7
    Nov 13, 2018
    8
    This is really a great game, there is so much to love about it, must play for sure!
  17. djape
    Mar 22, 2023
    10
    Played this back in 2000s on PS1 of course and was one of those games that I will always remember. Looked amazing, played good, interesting story and lots of action. Now that its on PS4 n 5, I recommend highly to classic game lovers to go back and explore but be ready for adjustment needed with gameplay todat. ✌️
  18. DavidHoltzer
    Aug 5, 2019
    10
    It was an amazing game.Easy controls, nice missions and locations, variety in weaponary and the AI was challenging.This game had a nice story too with good characters and voice acting.The soundtracks were great as well.
  19. FutureCoco2021
    May 2, 2021
    10
    Para ser un clon del Golden 007 de N64 y de los Metal Gear Solid, este juego estaba bien hecho y con esencia de pelijuego como los juegos de Sony. El doblaje es bastante bueno, los gráficos eran lo mas avanzados de la PS1, la dificultad es bastante frustrante y complicada, pero lo suficiente, no tiene coleccionables para que vayas directo a la acción y a la vez tiene sigilo como la misiónPara ser un clon del Golden 007 de N64 y de los Metal Gear Solid, este juego estaba bien hecho y con esencia de pelijuego como los juegos de Sony. El doblaje es bastante bueno, los gráficos eran lo mas avanzados de la PS1, la dificultad es bastante frustrante y complicada, pero lo suficiente, no tiene coleccionables para que vayas directo a la acción y a la vez tiene sigilo como la misión del museo y los jefes son variados y me encanta que puedas apuntar y disparar mientras corres, la banda sonora es como de las películas de espías y la historia habla sobre la histeria de los virus y las armas biológicas y las conspiraciones sobre las agencias nacionales y el gobierno de Estados Unidos. El mejor juego de Bend Studio y mejor héroe Gabe Logan… Expand
  20. GeorgeGoldman
    Nov 15, 2021
    10
    была бы тут вторая часть-поставил бы первой 9 а второй 10,но раз тут только 1 то ставлю 99999999 из 10 всей серии
  21. Alvelian
    Dec 15, 2022
    10
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  22. fernandocamada
    Aug 19, 2020
    10
    My all time time fav series. Syphon Filter is the game that put me into a great action movie and a very good story. Gabriel Logan is my hero.
  23. Chababa
    Jul 1, 2020
    8
    One of those games I played as a kid which I enjoyed...despite being frustrated as to how many times I died in each mission.
  24. MetaLegend95
    Mar 28, 2021
    10
    Without a doubt , the greatest game of the fifth generation of gaming. There is no shooting-action game that can match it or it's sequel.
  25. Punisherrambo
    Jan 29, 2022
    10
    Es un videojuego realmente maravilloso, un juego de espionaje y de disparos bastante adictivo, una jugabilidad bastante buena para la época, los gráficos son pasables, un catálogo de armas muy entretenido e interesante y una admosfera, música y los míticos gráficos oscuros del ps1 le dan un tinte de acción y suspenso muy genial, un juego de mi infancia lo recomiendo totalmente
  26. Zot-Lar
    Mar 22, 2022
    10
    Me fascino el taser, fue algo maravilloso en mi infancia, me hizo ver el mundo de una manera diferente, estoy muy agradecido con los creadores de este titulo, jugué la mayoría y me gustaron bastante. deberían sacar uno actual para steam con todas las armas de sus antecesores.
  27. eduhBRPS5
    Mar 27, 2023
    10
    A remarkable game from PS1, a revolution at that time, not repetitive at all, wish they would remake this one on new generation standards
  28. The_D4RknesS
    Apr 23, 2023
    9
    While on PS2 all the games in this series are crap this one on PS1 and the best and most fun only its controls that aged badly
  29. Kamikaze09
    Dec 27, 2022
    10
    Syphon filter one of best action and stealth game i played Good graphic
    Brilliant gameplay
  30. VLG
    Aug 23, 2023
    5
    One of my childhood friends loved this game, so we played it together for a long time. Never really liked it, but it brings good memories.

Awards & Rankings

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

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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
  1. 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.
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  2. 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.
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  3. 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.
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