Syphon Filter — play online free
Released in 1999 by Eidetic, Syphon Filter is a third-person action game with stretches of stealth. You play Gabe Logan, an operative for a secret U.S. agency who, with partner Lian Xing, hunts a terrorist group intent on releasing a deadly virus. You move through city streets, subway stations and military bases while objectives shift under you: defuse bombs, keep certain people alive, or slip past guards unseen. Many enemies wear body armor, so careful aim matters as much as quick shooting. It is remembered for its spy-thriller mood, its taser, and a difficulty that keeps you alert.
Tips for playing Syphon Filter
- ▸If body shots don't drop an enemy, aim for the head; body armor soaks up a lot of damage.
- ▸Always check your mission objectives, since some fail if you're spotted or harm the wrong person.
- ▸Collect ammo and armor from fallen enemies, and avoid wasting bullets on long bursts at distant targets.
How to play
Syphon Filter starts right in the player above — nothing to install. Use the keyboard, plug in a USB or Bluetooth gamepad (Xbox, PlayStation, 8BitDo…) and it's detected automatically, or use the on-screen controls on a phone or tablet. Press F5 to save your progress at any moment and F7 to load it; F1 opens the menu to remap buttons.
