# Coded Soul

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2008 video game

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2008 video game

Coded Soul Developer Gaia[a] Publisher Sony Computer Entertainment Producer Kouji Okada Artist Raita Kazama Writer Takumi Miyajima Composers Hitoshi Sakimoto Masaharu Iwata Mitsuhiro Kaneda Kimihiro Abe Platform PlayStation Portable Release JP: February 7, 2008 Genre Action role-playing Mode Single-player

***Coded Soul***[b] is a 2008 [action role-playing game](/source/Action_role-playing_game) developed by [Gaia](/source/Gaia_(game_company)) and published by [Sony Computer Entertainment](/source/Sony_Computer_Entertainment) for the [PlayStation Portable](/source/PlayStation_Portable). Initially released only in Japan, it was Gaia's final game to be published by Sony as well as their final game to be on a [PlayStation](/source/PlayStation) console.

The game was re-released digitally on June 20, 2023 as an emulated classic for [PlayStation 4](/source/PlayStation_4) and [PlayStation 5](/source/PlayStation_5); it was released outside Japan for the first time.[2]

## Gameplay

Gameplay in *Coded Soul* revolves around Jay's exploration of the randomly generated dungeons of Idea. You're limited in the amount of time you can spend in the world, with your time limit replenished only by reaching key check points. Along the way, you face off against beasts using an action-oriented battle system. The game also has the Okada staples like a weapon and item synthesis system and a "Karma" system through which you make your monsters learn new skills. Connectivity with *[Folklore](/source/Folklore_(video_game))* is included due to Gaia assisting on that game's development, with various enemies from *Folklore* appearing in the game.[3][4]

## Plot

An army has been conducting research into Monolith Gate, the door to the world of ‘Idea’. That door is controlled by Gale, a young boy who gives Jay, a soldier special power to travel to the other side to save his girlfriend, May. The special power grants the ability to control monsters by sucking up their souls. Once you've defeated a foe, you can make them into your ally for use during future battles. You can take up to two monsters with you on your treks into Idea, selecting from eventually over 100 beasts.

## Reception

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## Notes

1. **[^](#cite_ref-2)** Additional work by [Japan Studio](/source/Japan_Studio).[1]

1. **[^](#cite_ref-3)** Known in Japan as *Coded Soul: Uketsugareshi Idea* (Coded Soul -受け継がれしイデア-; lit. *Coded Soul: Inherited Idea*).

## References

1. **[^](#cite_ref-2008-2009_1-0)** ["JAPANスタジオ作品一覧 2009年～2008年"](https://web.archive.org/web/20210225202138/https://www.playstation.com/ja-jp/corporate/playstation-studios/japan-studio/history-2008-2009/) [List of Japan Studio works 2009–2008] (in Japanese). [Sony Interactive Entertainment](/source/Sony_Interactive_Entertainment). 2021. Archived from [the original](https://www.playstation.com/ja-jp/corporate/playstation-studios/japan-studio/history-2008-2009/) on February 25, 2021. Retrieved March 1, 2021.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-4)** Moore, Logan (June 20, 2023). ["Classic PSP Game Returns on PS5 and PS4"](https://comicbook.com/gaming/news/playstation-psp-ps5-ps4-games-killzone-liberation/). *ComicBook.com*. Retrieved November 3, 2024.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-5)** Yoon, Andrew (January 18, 2008). ["Folklore's monsters return in Coded Soul"](https://www.engadget.com/2008-01-18-folklores-monsters-return-in-coded-soul.html?guccounter=1&guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbS8&guce_referrer_sig=AQAAAMrWre84VaAv-fVJKeqc01jVBGg1lDgugeEoHndJadIkw7oUhBgFvf7onH_pE-CtBsWbU7jFpFnUle2b1jHQVTXKDQj37UoPsKcSJTqKTHwy0_n3-sjFiH5Iu2bDqyRUWpOwQ8y12bGngC4UGBoUGUskgT8loE3o-aQQCW4ItIBX). *Engadget*. [Archived](https://web.archive.org/web/20250221190538/https://www.engadget.com/2008-01-18-folklores-monsters-return-in-coded-soul.html?guccounter=1&guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbS8&guce_referrer_sig=AQAAAMrWre84VaAv-fVJKeqc01jVBGg1lDgugeEoHndJadIkw7oUhBgFvf7onH_pE-CtBsWbU7jFpFnUle2b1jHQVTXKDQj37UoPsKcSJTqKTHwy0_n3-sjFiH5Iu2bDqyRUWpOwQ8y12bGngC4UGBoUGUskgT8loE3o-aQQCW4ItIBX) from the original on February 21, 2025. Retrieved November 3, 2024.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-6)** Jordan, Jon (January 19, 2008). ["PSP gets a new monster-based action RPG - Coded Soul"](https://www.pocketgamer.com/coded-soul/psp-gets-a-new-monster-based-action-rpg-coded-soul/). *www.pocketgamer.com*. Retrieved November 3, 2024.

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