Underplayed Gems

Simple 1500 Series Vol. 56: The Sniper (2001)

Simple 1500 Series Vol. 56: The Sniper cover
Developer
Sol
Publisher
D3 Publisher
Platforms
PlayStation 3, PlayStation, PlayStation Portable
Genres
Shooter

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How it feels

A no-frills exercise in patient, precise aiming as you pick your spot and timing to line up each sniping mission.

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About

An entry in the Simple 1500 series for PlayStation where players are challenged to snipe targets. A number of missions will give players the ability to choose their sniping position and the time of day they choose to execute their hit. Despite being released as a Japan-exclusive, the game would receive a sequel with an official English release; 2004's The Sniper 2 for the PlayStation 2.

Screenshots

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