ICO

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8.8

Generally favorable reviews- based on 520 Ratings

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  • Summary: Assume the role of Ico, a courageous young boy born with horns who has been delivered to a mysterious castle to be sacrificed so that, according to legend, the community will be saved. Attempt to escape the grounds and save a princess through a variety of mazes, brainteasers, and other puzzles.
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Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 59 out of 59
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 59
  3. Negative: 0 out of 59
  1. Just Adventure
    100
    Easily the most addictive game I have played this year on either console or computer and would be a welcome addition to any adventure gamer's collection.
  2. Cinescape
    100
    One of the biggest things ICO has going for it is the incredible environmental graphics. The power of the Playstation 2 creates a world that you can almost feel and smell. [Grade = A+]
  3. GamingTrend
    98
    The greatest part of the game is the final fight. The way you fight the boss is brilliant and very original.
  4. AceGamez
    90
    Visually, this game is stunning. It is one of the most atmospheric and engaging games I have ever played and the sounds fit the action perfectly with no annoying music to upset.
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  5. Computer and Video Games
    90
    The atmosphere of the castle is added to both by the superb sound and pacing of the game. The mellow speed of the game means that while there is the odd moment of button-hammering terror, most often you have time to sit back and rubberneck at the environments around you.
  6. Gaming Maxx
    85
    Though the shortness of a game may sound like a flaw, it’s really not. In ICO’s case, a longer length would have made the game quite tiresome as puzzle solving & pulling the girl from he pits of hell could tend to get a bit repetitive.
  7. Four Fat Chicks
    75
    It is very frustrating at times and loads of fun at other times and on the whole well worth a play through, with the magnificent ending making it all worthwhile.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 92 out of 109
  2. Mixed: 13 out of 109
  3. Negative: 4 out of 109
  1. Icekyng
    Dec 28, 2010
    10
    You are looking at this because its about to come out in HD on PS3. Get it now, its haunting, original and actually a beautiful game. ThereYou are looking at this because its about to come out in HD on PS3. Get it now, its haunting, original and actually a beautiful game. There are few games like this anymore with this sort of desolate atmosphere but the feeling of exposure and vulnerability when playing it is palpable. If GTA and third person shooters are your only bag it really won't appeal, but for puzzle fans and gamers who are interested in emotive experiences buy it. Thank me for it later.… Expand
  2. Inuyasha17
    Jun 22, 2020
    10
    It's like a game in which a typical Japanese boy is the main character.
    It also feels like a legend of Zelda.
    I feel like I've become the    It's like a game in which a typical Japanese boy is the main character.
    It also feels like a legend of Zelda.
    I feel like I've become the main character in a fairy tale.
    It's a very well-made game, but it's too bad because it's an old game. I hope it will be released again on Nintendo Switch or PlayStation 4.    … Expand
  4. LilW.
    May 5, 2002
    10
    It may be short but this game is unique. The innocence of the two characters, and the quick-growing friendship and trust which grows between It may be short but this game is unique. The innocence of the two characters, and the quick-growing friendship and trust which grows between them is fantastic. The graphics are great, with breathtaking views and a never-ending light of hope where u can see the island no more. It may not be action of the MGS2 kind, but it makes u think about it afterwards, and the reaction from players is what counts, no reaction, no game. Play it or u won't find the light in the game world!!… Expand
  5. AnonymousMC
    Feb 12, 2004
    10
    I don't quite understand it. I've Played through 3 times now and I get more and more intrigued everytime. I love it all fromI don't quite understand it. I've Played through 3 times now and I get more and more intrigued everytime. I love it all from beginning to end, i just wish i got all the PAL stuff. Its cool the story, sound, gameplay, and characters were enough for me. (I'm also well aware there was what many people call no REAL character development, funny I cared more about both of them then I did anyone in FFX.)
    Can't wait for NICO!!    … Expand
  6. 3ls0ul
    Mar 6, 2023
    9
    Este juego aún no lo eh jugado o completado, así que pondré una reseña y nota diferentes cuando lo haga.
  7. IamandaI
    Aug 21, 2012
    8
    ICO is an example of triumph in minimalism. It's beautiful, vast, haunting, and very simple. The player guides a boy named Ico throughoutICO is an example of triumph in minimalism. It's beautiful, vast, haunting, and very simple. The player guides a boy named Ico throughout puzzles as he tries to escort a frail-looking girl named Yorda towards the outside of the castle in which the game takes place. There's also a bit of combat, but just barely. Ico and Yorda's ultimate objective is to escape the Queen, who intends to use Yorda as a mean to expand her lifespan. It's possibly the most simplistic game I have ever played, one that relies on intelligent level design, bloom lightning and emotional impact. ICO has barely any dialogue, but it does a fine job of selling the instant devotion that Ico feels towards Yorda, and their relationship plays a great part in the game's charisma.… Expand
  8. YourfriendNextdoor
    Dec 23, 2001
    1
    BAD!

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#12 Best PS2 Game of 2001
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#8 Most Discussed PS2 Game of 2001
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#8 Most Shared PS2 Game of 2001