Gabe Logan
A highly trained agency operative and the central playable character in much of the campaign.
Documented for this version
Which controls does this version use?
Actions
D-pad | Move |
|---|---|
R1 | Fire the equipped weapon |
L1 | Aim |
X | Interact or perform the contextual action |
Square | Reload |
Circle | Crouch |
Triangle | Change weapon |
Control notes
The listed controls refer to the original PlayStation version.
Some actions may vary by weapon or mission context.
How it plays
How does Syphon Filter 3 play?
The campaign uses a third-person perspective. Missions take place in locations such as Washington, Afghanistan, and other international settings, with objectives including escorting allies, collecting evidence, eliminating targets, and escaping hostile areas.
Gabe and Lian can move, crouch, aim, use cover-like positioning, switch weapons, and interact with mission objects. Weapons include pistols, assault rifles, sniper rifles, explosives, and specialized tools. Progression is mission-based; completing objectives advances the story, while performance and optional tasks can affect mission results.
Plan your run
What is the best way to play Syphon Filter 3?
Study objectives before engaging enemies, because many missions punish unnecessary alarms or civilian casualties.
Use crouching and controlled bursts when possible. Keep a reliable close-range weapon equipped, save stronger ammunition for armored targets, and search rooms for evidence, armor, and ammunition before moving to the next checkpoint.
When a mission provides a sniper rifle or specialized tool, treat it as part of the objective rather than an optional weapon. Check the radar and listen for mission prompts before leaving an area.
Meet the cast
Who are the key characters?
Lian Xing
Gabe Logan’s partner and a skilled operative who has important playable missions.
Teresa Lipan
An intelligence operative connected to Gabe and Lian’s investigation.
Lawrence Mujari
A scientist and ally involved in the Syphon Filter investigation.
Mara Aramov
A recurring antagonist and former associate whose actions affect the wider conspiracy.
Documented inputs
What cheats and unlocks are documented?
Documented unlockNo reliable, widely verified official cheat codes are confirmed here.
Before you begin
What should you know before playing?
- 1
Use the radar to identify nearby threats and objective locations.
- 2
Reload before entering a new combat area, but avoid reloading during an exposed firefight.
- 3
Explosives are effective against groups and armored enemies, but can also endanger objectives or allies.
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