Parasite Eve - PlayStation 1 (Like New)

Product Overview

• Product Name: Parasite Eve
• New or Used: Used
• In Case or Loose: In Case
• Overall Condition: Like New
• Disc Condition: No scratches / Scratch free
• Notes: Absolutely immaculate condition. You'll never see another copy of this game in better condition - Truly collector-worthy!

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What's Included

• PS1 Game Disc: Yes
• Disc Count: 3
• Manual / Instructions: Yes
• Case Artwork: Yes
• Jewel Case*: Yes
• Extras: Includes the 1998 Collectore's CD with playble Demos of Xenogears, Bushido Blade 2, Brave Fencer Masashi, and Final Fantasy VIII.

Game Description

Parasite Eve is a haunting fusion of cinematic horror and deep role-playing strategy, marking one of SquareSoft’s boldest and most original creations on the PlayStation 1. Released in 1998, this chilling masterpiece blends the storytelling sophistication of a Hollywood thriller with the tactical depth of an RPG. Set in modern-day New York City, players step into the role of Aya Brea, an NYPD officer whose Christmas Eve is interrupted when a routine opera performance erupts into an inferno of spontaneous human combustion. As survivors mutate and chaos spreads, Aya discovers her connection to a powerful being known as Eve—and the terrifying truth behind humanity’s mitochondria.

Parasite Eve redefined the boundaries of the survival horror genre by introducing real-time, turn-based hybrid combat and character progression rarely seen in games of its kind. Players upgrade weapons, manage energy abilities, and face off against grotesque bio-organic horrors through atmospheric environments ranging from the streets of Manhattan to abandoned laboratories. The game’s cinematic presentation, fully orchestrated soundtrack by Yoko Shimomura, and film-quality cutscenes give it a uniquely mature and emotional tone that set it apart from other horror titles of the era.

Equal parts science fiction, psychological horror, and urban fantasy, Parasite Eve remains one of SquareSoft’s most daring experiments—an unforgettable journey that bridges the gap between RPG storytelling and horror tension. For collectors and fans of narrative-driven games, it stands as a defining PlayStation classic, celebrated for its atmosphere, innovation, and timeless artistic vision.

Gameplay Features

• Unique hybrid battle system combining real-time movement with turn-based tactical combat
• Play as Aya Brea, a resilient NYPD officer unraveling the mystery of the mitochondrial uprising
• Customize and upgrade weapons with modular parts for deeper RPG-style strategy
• Explore detailed 3D environments across iconic New York City landmarks
• Immersive cinematics and haunting soundtrack by Yoko Shimomura
• Engaging story that masterfully blends science, horror, and human emotion

Historical Trivia or Fun Fact

Parasite Eve was SquareSoft’s first M-rated title, born from the company’s ambition to create a “cinematic RPG” for a mature audience. It served as a spiritual sequel to the 1995 Japanese novel of the same name, bridging literature and gaming in a way few titles had attempted before. The result was a groundbreaking fusion of storytelling and gameplay that earned critical acclaim for its originality.

The game’s influence can still be felt in modern hybrid genres, inspiring future titles that blend horror, science fiction, and RPG elements. Its unforgettable heroine, Aya Brea, became one of PlayStation’s earliest and most iconic female protagonists. Today, Parasite Eve stands as one of the most collectible and artistically ambitious games of the late 1990s—a perfect union of cinematic tension and RPG depth.

Additional Details

• Variant: Black Label
• Genre: Horror
• Year Released: 1998
• Publisher: Square EA
• Developer: SquareSoft
• ESRB Rating: M - Mature
• UPC: 662248998015
• SKU: 4643
• Format: Sony PlayStation 1 (PS1) video game disc
• Platform: Sony PlayStation 1 console (PS1 system)
• Region: NTSC (North America, Canada)

Important Information

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