Syphon Filter
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😊 7.6/10
(Playstation - JP, Third Person Shooter)
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Developed_By:
Eidetic Inc.
Published_By:
Sony
Released On:
01 Jan 1999
Syphon Filter follows Gabriel Logan, a top covert agent tasked with stopping terrorists threatening Washington D.C. and destroying a biological weapon that could kill millions.
The game is an action title played from the 3rd person, where players control Logan as well as other CBDC agents. To succeed, players must use each character's skills to overcome obstacles.
Players will embark on thirteen challenging missions filled with dangers, puzzles and unexpected surprises.
EAN-13:
4940261502362 (Japan)
EAN-13:
4991694000321 (Japan)
Sony PN:
SLPS-02216 (Japan)
Sony PN:
SLPS-03138 (Japan)
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Gamepads Supported:
DualShock
Sound Capabilities:
Dolby Surround
Save Game Methods:
External Storage
Multiplayer Options:
Same/Split-Screen
Number of Offline Players:
1-2 Players
Input Device Features Supported:
Vibration
Controller Types Supported:
Analog Controller
Number of Players Supported:
1 Player, 1-2 Players
Multiplayer Game Modes:
Free-for-all / One-on-one (VS)
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Manual
Game Guide
Extracted from the original game manual
How to Play
Mission Background
An American special agent was killed in Central America, and a secret jungle laboratory exploded. Evidence suggests a powerful biological weapon is being created.
Special Agents Gabe Logan and Lian Xing later found victims in a contaminated Nepal village. Agency intelligence links these events to terrorist Erich Rhoemer and his team.
Rhoemer plans to unleash the deadly Syphon Filter™ virus on the U.S., planting explosive traps, capturing hostages, and hiding viral bombs in Washington D.C.
Gabe Logan, the Agency's best covert operative, is sent to eliminate the terrorists and save the U.S. He is assisted by the U.S. Army Chemical and Biological Defense Command (CBDC) and Lian Xing, who maintains close contact throughout his missions.
The fate of millions depends on Gabe Logan's skill.
Setting Up
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Set up your PlayStation™ according to its Instruction Manual.
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Insert the SYPHON FILTER™ disc and close the disc cover.
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Turn the PlayStation on at the POWER button.
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Do not insert or remove peripherals or Memory Cards once the power is turned on.
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Ensure enough free blocks are available on your Memory Card before playing.
Note on Screenshots
All screenshots in this manual are from the English version of the game. Some may be from pre-completion screens and might differ slightly from the finished game.
How to Play
The following button controls are the default configuration. You can adjust your controls at the Options Menu.
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L2 BUTTON
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R2 BUTTON
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R1 BUTTON
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DIRECTIONAL BUTTONS
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LEFT STICK L3 BUTTON
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SELECT BUTTON
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ANALOG MODE SWITCH
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X BUTTON
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BUTTON
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BUTTON
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BUTTON
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RIGHT STICK R3 BUTTON
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START BUTTON
Starting the Game
At the Title Screen, you can choose NEW GAME or LOAD GAME.
To start a new game, press the button to select NEW GAME and launch the intro movie.
LOAD GAME only appears if you have previously saved a game to a Memory Card in Slot 1. Use the directional buttons/left stick to highlight LOAD GAME and the button to select and resume your saved game.
Memory Card
A Memory Card is required to save or load a file. Do not remove or insert a Memory Card during saving, as this may damage it and delete your saves.
One Memory Card block must be available to save Syphon Filter™ data. Without a Memory Card, all game data will be lost when your PlayStation is turned off.
Ensure a Memory Card is in Memory Card Slot 1 before playing. You can only save at the end of each level. After completing a level, the screen prompts you to save. To load a saved game, access this option from the Title Screen.
Game Screen
The game screen consists of several elements:
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ARMOUR/HEALTH
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DANGER METER
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TARGET METER
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RADAR
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WEAPON
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NUMBER OF ROUNDS
Armour / Health
This indicates your remaining Armour. Armour depletes before Health. The game ends when your Health runs out.
You cannot replenish Health, but you can replenish Armour by picking up flak jackets from dead enemies or weapon boxes.
Danger Meter
This indicates your likelihood of being hit. When full, it and your Radar's Enemy Indicator Cone flash.
Evasive maneuvers like rolling or hiding behind obstacles decrease your likelihood of being hit. The Danger Meter returns to normal when you are no longer in danger.
Target Meter
This indicates when an enemy is in target range. Press the L1 button to bring up targeting crosshairs for more accurate aiming.
When the Target Meter is completely filled, you have a 100% chance of hitting the targeted enemy. The Target Meter does not appear when no target is available.
Radar
This indicates the location of all detected enemies relative to your position and includes a compass for navigation. The Enemy Indicator Cone flashes red when an enemy has you in sight and is likely to hit you.
Weapon and Number of Rounds
This indicates the currently selected weapon and its remaining rounds. Hold the SELECT button to bring up a scroll bar.
Press the L2 or R2 button to scroll through weapons from your inventory.
Agent Moves
Gabe has a range of movements for rapid-fire shoot-outs and stealthy attacks. Gameplay varies by mission, but each requires split-second decision-making. Familiarize yourself with Gabe's movements.
Running
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Press ↑ on the directional buttons or left stick to make Gabe run.
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While running, press ⬅ or ➡ to execute a sharp turn.
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Use the strafe buttons (R2 and L2) for greater mobility.
Walking Crouch
Gabe's walking crouch allows him to sneak up on enemies and safely navigate narrow areas. While Gabe is in motion, press the ✖ button to slow to a walking crouch.
Kneeling
Kneeling provides greater stability for aiming, increasing hit chances. It also reduces Gabe's height, allowing him to hide behind objects and avoid detection. To drop to a kneel, press the ✖ button.
Pull Up
Gabe needs to hoist himself onto objects about 4 feet high, such as crates, brick walls, and fire escapes. To pull Gabe up, stand next to the object and press the ▲ button. When clinging, press ↑ to finish the move or ↓ to release his grip.
Hand-Over-Hand
Gabe's hand-over-hand move is necessary to cross high rails and ledges. Press the ▲ button to jump and
Controls
DIRECTIONAL BUTTONS
Controls Gabe's directional movement and the aiming cursor when in manual aim mode.
BUTTON
When standing still, Gabe kneels for better accuracy or hides behind objects. When in motion, Gabe crouch-walks in order to sneak past or up on adversaries. When used near an edge, Gabe lowers himself down.
START BUTTON
Brings up the Pause Menu/ACD, allowing you to review crucial information pertaining to the current mission.
SELECT BUTTON
Highlights Gabe's weapon inventory. Tapping the SELECT button allows you to cycle through your current stockpile, and holding the SELECT button while pressing the L2 or R2 buttons allows you to scroll through and highlight any of the weapons. Release the buttons to select a highlighted weapon.
R1 BUTTON
Hold to establish a target lock on the nearest targetable enemy. Tapping the R1 button repeatedly cycles through targetable enemies.
L1 BUTTON
Calls up a targeting cursor for accurate aiming.
R2 BUTTON
Strafe right. Allows Gabe to move directly to the right while aiming forward. In sniper mode, the R2 button allows Gabe to peek around corners.
L2 BUTTON
Strafe left. Allows Gabe to move directly to the left while aiming forward. In sniper mode, the L2 button allows Gabe to peek around corners.
LEFT STICK
Replicates the movement and targeting control of the directional buttons.
RIGHT STICK
Can also be used in targeting mode instead of the directional buttons.
Enemies & Characters
Gabriel Logan
Recognised as the top operative in the Agency today, with a background in U.S. Army Special Operations and a M.A. Degree in Biochemistry.
Lian Xing
An operative for the Agency since 1996, she is an expert in communications with a Ph.D. in Computer Science.
Thomas Markinson
The current Agency Director, he has a long history in intelligence and military service, including tours in Vietnam.
Edward Benton
The Deputy Director of The Agency, he has served as an Intelligence Analyst for various regions before his current role.
Erich Rhoemer
An international terrorist responsible for bombings and hijackings, with ties to many terrorist organizations.
Jonathan Phagan
CEO and Founder of Pharcom Industries, Inc, he is a prominent figure in the biotech industry with a background in chemistry.
Mara Aramov
An expert assassin working for Rhoemer, she is believed to be responsible for numerous contracted assignments and has links to organized crime.
Anton Girdeaux
A munitions expert working for Rhoemer, he is a mercenary for hire with a certification in machining and is believed to be recruited by Mara Aramov.
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