N₂O

About

Originally released in 1998 for the Sony Playstation, N₂O took players on a high-speed journey through a bizzare and challenging tubular world. Now, relive those days in this remastered emulated version. Featuring a pumping big beat soundtrack by The Crystal Method. 30 psychedelic levels of adrenaline-pumping action. Fight a constant stream of terrifying insectoid aliens trying to stop you in yo…

Genres & Tags

Action

Play Modes

Local Multi-Player Play with friends in the same physical space using split-screen or multiple screens
2-Players Play with one other player, either online or locally, in a cooperative or competitive game mode
Multi-Player Compete or cooperate with other players online
Co-Op Team up with friends to complete levels or missions together
Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo
Split Screen Play with multiple players on the same screen, often with divided or shared screen real estate

86%

Audience ScoreBased on 14 reviews

music2 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

The game is a nostalgic favorite, bringing back fond memories for many players.
The new port offers smoother gameplay, better sound, and more configuration options compared to the previous version.
The music, particularly by The Crystal Method, is highly praised and adds to the overall experience.

The game suffers from significant technical issues, including crashes when loading saved games.
Memory card functionality is broken, leading to lost save data and a lack of essential features expected from a proper emulator.
The port does not support DualShock controls, which diminishes the gameplay experience compared to the original PSX version.

music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is highly praised, with users noting that it "goes hard" and highlighting the impressive contributions from The Crystal Method. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a standout feature that enhances the gaming experience.
- “The great music by The Crystal Method is still there.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game do not meet modern HD standards, with many users noting that they appear dated and lack the visual appeal expected from 2022 titles. Overall, players should not anticipate high-quality visuals when engaging with this game.
- “If you are expecting HD 2022 graphics, that's not what it is.”
- “Compared to today's graphics, it isn't pretty.”
- “If you are expecting HD 2022 graphics, that's not what it is.”