Ape Escape ROM Description

Go Bananas Over Ape Escape’s Primate Pandemonium

Before PlayStation popularized dual analog sticks, Ape Escape innovatively required them to catch runaway primates. Released in 1999, this manic 3D platformer starred a young boy pursuing apes across time. Its quirky premise and gadget-centric gameplay made Ape Escape a classic debut for Sony.

A white-haired monkey named Specter dons a special helmet that boosts his intelligence. After forming an army of super-smart apes, he sends them through history to rewrite the past. You play as Spike, tasked with capturing the monkeys across vivid locales using an arsenal of gadgets.

Nets, clubs, slingshots, and RC vehicles let you track down those chaotic apes across multiple time periods. Levels force creative gadget use to nab monkeys hiding in tricky spots. The apes themselves have distinct personalities, adding variety to the hunt.

Mastering the dual analog control scheme took adjustment in 1999, but enabled nuanced gameplay. The right stick handles gadgets, while the left controls Spike’s movement. This allowed for innovative 3D platforming design unseen in the era of tank-like controls.

While lighthearted, the vibrant graphics and wacky plot brought unique charm. Chasing down spectacled primates never loses its appeal. It’s easy to get invested in the addictive monkey catching across detailed stages.

Ape Escape reveled in pure absurdity, from dinosaur-riding apes to the gadgets themselves. Slapstick humor and simian chittering give the game an infectious, youthful energy. Poppy Japanese soundtrack cues complement the zany atmosphere.

Ape Escape ultimately succeeded by fully embracing the possibilities of analog control. It expanded the 3D platforming genre through inventive gadget mechanics layered atop strong level design. This classic deserves a spot in every PS1 library.

Experience the original primate pandemonium yourself by downloading the ISO from RomsDL.net. Relive the delightful monkey madness that highlighted PlayStation’s early 3D prowess. The hunt is on to save history from Specter’s ape army!

Filename Size Type
Ape Escape (Europe) (Demo) 38.71 M Redump - 7Z
Ape Escape (Europe) 101.82 M Redump - 7Z
Ape Escape (France) 100.94 M Redump - 7Z
Ape Escape (Germany) 100.87 M Redump - 7Z
Ape Escape (Italy) 100.9 M Redump - 7Z
Ape Escape (USA) (Demo 1) 36.95 M Redump - 7Z
Ape Escape (USA) (Demo 2) (EDC) 41.26 M Redump - 7Z
Ape Escape (USA) (Demo 2) 41.22 M Redump - 7Z
Ape Escape (USA) 101.9 M Redump - 7Z
Ape Escape - La Invasion de los Monos (Spain) 101.13 M Redump - 7Z
Ape Escape (Europe).chd 110.58 M CHD Format
Ape Escape (France).chd 108.54 M CHD Format
Ape Escape (Germany).chd 109.34 M CHD Format
Ape Escape (Italy).chd 109.54 M CHD Format
Ape Escape (USA) (Demo 1).chd 34.53 M CHD Format
Ape Escape (USA) (Demo 2) (EDC).chd 41.62 M CHD Format
Ape Escape (USA) (Demo 2).chd 41.57 M CHD Format
Ape Escape (USA).chd 110.7 M CHD Format
Ape Escape - La Invasion de los Monos (Spain).chd 109.54 M CHD Format

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