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- No Matter Studios
- No Matter Studios
- No Matter Studios
- No Matter Studios
Praey for the Gods
Released On: Dec 14, 2021
61
6.6
Metascore
Mixed or Average
Based on 6 Critic Reviews
61
33% Positive
2 Reviews
2 Reviews
50% Mixed
3 Reviews
3 Reviews
17% Negative
1 Review
1 Review
Metascore
Mixed or Average
Based on 6 Critic Reviews
61
33% Positive
2 Reviews
2 Reviews
50% Mixed
3 Reviews
3 Reviews
17% Negative
1 Review
1 Review
Praey for the Gods is another showcase of what a small team can accomplish when a far larger team won’t. While the controls can be occasionally floaty, the pure enjoyment of tackling these puzzle monsters is an absolute joy. Don’t sleep on this one – it’s worth your time.
Well-made homage to the classic Shadow of the Colossus, yet without its
emotional depth, but with impressively clever boss fights.
User Score
Mixed or Average
Based on 20 User Ratings
6.6
40% Positive
8 Ratings
8 Ratings
35% Mixed
7 Ratings
7 Ratings
25% Negative
5 Ratings
5 Ratings
User Score
Mixed or Average
Based on 20 User Ratings
6.6
40% Positive
8 Ratings
8 Ratings
35% Mixed
7 Ratings
7 Ratings
25% Negative
5 Ratings
5 Ratings
I'm not through yet but I don't understand the bad score and reviews for this game... I'm having more fun with this than with Tears of the Kingdom! Controls aren't perfect but I'm having no problem here at all. Graphics are fine (and better than TotK), music is great (and better than TotK), atmosphere is great (and better than TotK), story is making me curious up to where I am (and can't be worse than TotK) and the games additions to the SotC formula are great with the survival aspect and breaking weapons (which are done better than TotK) are very well executed... To think this was done by three people from 2014 to 2019 while Tears of the Kingdom took six years with a huge team, budget and same engine is an embarassment for Nintendo and an example how well the programmers did! Great work and keep it up!
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This game considering its humble origins is absolutely mind blowing yes there are times that the game stumbles however i would certainly recommend it to anyone interested in it
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The way the game approaches presenting its story is a bit weak. Altogether it feels like the studio is trying to preserve the feeling and the legacy of the Shadow of the Colossus but is lacking experience. Despite its weaker sides, Praey for the Gods is a game worth playing and supporting its developers. Especially if you like pain and suffering…
Praey for the Gods is a passionate homage to Shadow of the Colossus made by a team of just three persons. The experience is necessarily derivative but the boss fights certainly have their reasons: they are challenging and exciting although sometimes frustrating.
A game that combines ideas from The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild and Shadow of the Colossus sounds like something PC players desperately needed. Unfortunately, the three-person team behind Praey for the Gods bit off more than it could chew. The game’s survival elements are tiresome, while boss encounters are decent but plagued by many flaws. Overall, it’s a barely solid copy of Team Ico’s cult classic
With all the weaknesses of its beloved inspiration and precious few of its strengths, Praey For The Gods- much like its protagonist - consistently struggles to retain its grip. [Issue#368, p.114]
Feels like playing an updated version of Shadow of the Colossus with some survival elements added to have something more to do as you travel between encounters.
Lots of secrets to discover for the curious and epic boss fights. The game is on the short side and can be finished in around 10h but it is priced accordingly so I don't see that as a problem
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The unofficial successor to shadow of the colossus is an interesting game with 7 unique bosses. Unfortunately, the graphics and controls are not the best, but it's still a lot of fun!
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Prey for the Gods stands out as an epic action-adventure game that incorporates elements of survival and exploration. Developed by No Matter Studios, this game invites players to battle colossal creatures in harsh natural conditions and survive on a mysterious island.Graphics and Atmosphere:The game captures attention with its stunning graphics and atmospheric world. The environment, featuring icy landscapes, storms, and colossal beings, offers players a genuine exploration experience. Advanced graphic details and dynamic weather conditions enrich the game's atmosphere.Gameplay and Exploration:Prey for the Gods provides players with a vast open world and emphasizes exploration. Numerous quests, hidden locations, and formidable enemies constantly present new challenges to players. The gameplay strikes an exciting balance by combining difficulty and strategy.Colossal Battles:One of the most striking features of the game is the epic battle scenes that allow players to combat colossal creatures. These battles offer breathtaking moments requiring strategy, skill, and attention, providing players with an enchanting experience.Story and Atmosphere:Prey for the Gods narrates the story of a character striving to survive on a mysterious island. The atmosphere is filled with mysterious elements that draw players into the midst of events. Character development and story progression engage players in the game world.Difficulty Level and Progression:The game initially presents a challenging level with a learning curve for players. As players improve their skills and acquire better equipment over time, they become more prepared to face greater challenges.Conclusion:Prey for the Gods is a successful action-adventure game that stands out with impressive graphics, immersive atmosphere, and challenging gameplay. Colossal battles, a rich open world, and a mysterious story offer players an unforgettable experience.
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For an open-world game made by a small indie studio of only three people, Præy for the Gods has the makings of a potentially brilliant adventure game, but is ultimately weighed down by somewhat ambitious game design.
At its core, the game feels like a Breath of the Wild clone. In spite of what the trailers lead you to believe, it is NOT a Souls-like—you do not engage in any epic boss battles. Instead, the bosses are designed to be taken down by having the player climb onto their bodies to "attack" certain weak points while trying not to fall off. And by "attack", I mean more like triggering a damage event by repeatedly activating some pedestals.
The sluggish movement and high amounts of damage weigh on the game's enjoyment. The game seems to be best enjoyed on a normal difficulty and not a hard one, and there is no way to adjust the difficulty setting once it is locked in. Health points are not the primary concern in this game; stamina is. Some of the bosses are creative and fun to play against while others can be annoyingly tedious due to faulty, unpolished design.
In short, Præy for the Gods is a rough gem that might be worth a play if you enjoy open-world adventure games. Sadly, I cannot recommend it at its current price point, as it is a short, unmemorable game. The developers had an idea for what they wanted to achieve with the game, but were not sure how to balance it all together. Although there is a vast world to explore, the game suffers from a common case of being "large but empty."
On the upside though, the game is incredibly optimized and loads virtually instantly.
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Summary Praey for the Gods is a brutal journey set on a desolate frozen island, where your only chance of survival is to destroy the very gods you believe in.
Platforms:
- PC
- PlayStation 4
- Xbox One
- PlayStation 5
Initial Release Date: Dec 14, 2021
Developer:
- No Matter Studios
Publisher: No Matter Studios
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