Okage: Shadow King

 PlayStation 2
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70

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8.2

Generally favorable reviews- based on 23 Ratings

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  • Summary: In an unexpected twist of fate, the spirit of an evil king is unleashed and possesses the shadow of an innocent young boy named Ari. In one magical moment, Ari's life is turned upside down. Wielding the burden of the evil ghostly being. Ari must journey across a wonderfully animated,In an unexpected twist of fate, the spirit of an evil king is unleashed and possesses the shadow of an innocent young boy named Ari. In one magical moment, Ari's life is turned upside down. Wielding the burden of the evil ghostly being. Ari must journey across a wonderfully animated, whimsical world in order to free his shadow. [Sony]… Expand
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Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 10 out of 23
  2. Mixed: 12 out of 23
  3. Negative: 1 out of 23
  1. Gamezilla!
    85
    A must for any fan of Tim Burton's style of movies or those of us who like our games to sometimes be a little left of center.
  2. PSX Nation
    80
    A wonderful mix of ironic humor, classic gameplay and gorgeous graphics.
  3. Hot Games
    80
    It's a trimmed down and dumbed-down RPG for younger players that just may find an adult audience with its sense of humor and hilarious story line.
  4. GamePro
    70
    The game’s battles look nice and move quickly, but the character animation is stiff, and the menu is too clunky and confusing given the limited number of battle options at your disposal.
  5. Gaming Age
    67
    If you want to play an RPG that doesn’t pretend to be a dramatic tale or one that won’t require a lot of your time, Okage is a good choice.
  6. GamerWeb Sony
    65
    While visually diverting, Okage is only slightly above average overall.
  7. G4 TV
    40
    The novelty of the premise wears thin after about an hour. This is not good, especially for a game that takes about 25 hours to complete.

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  1. Positive: 7 out of 7
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 7
  3. Negative: 0 out of 7
  1. RUSTYSHAKLEFORD
    Oct 15, 2010
    10
    this game big time real good man, you play big time now man.
  2. AlexiB.
    Feb 15, 2002
    10
    I love it. It's the best.
  4. SamanthaY.
    Jan 6, 2002
    10
    Actually I really enjoy this game.
  5. B.C.C.
    Jul 8, 2002
    10
    It's so cute, stan is so mean... that's what's funny.
  6. KrisL.
    Nov 27, 2001
    9
    It's a great game, but you have to talk to some people over and over again at one time to get the info you need. Other than that It's a great game, but you have to talk to some people over and over again at one time to get the info you need. Other than that it's great!… Expand
  7. Offyourocker
    Nov 26, 2020
    9
    the worst part of this game in general is that the animations are derpy as ****. aside from that, the characters are all quirky, interestingthe worst part of this game in general is that the animations are derpy as ****. aside from that, the characters are all quirky, interesting and funny. the story itself is probably the best i've ever seen in any form of media (just my opinion) and the character design is unique in a good way. the world is small, but you would be surprised how well that space is used at times. my worst personal in game experience is that one boss has the potential to one shot you if you're unlucky/unprepared because his attacks seem to use a dice roll like mechanic (from 1-300 damage for example). one of my favorite scenes involves a boss lecturing the hero on tact cus she called him ugly, though i don't think there's any shortages of good moments. (i wish this game would get a remake)… Expand
  8. FrankW.
    May 29, 2002
    8
    The RPG genre of home video games has not changed in nearly 20 years, and has become bloated and dull as a result. Okage is merely one more The RPG genre of home video games has not changed in nearly 20 years, and has become bloated and dull as a result. Okage is merely one more RPG, but it has the saving grace of being visually beautiful and having a humorously warped and witty plot.… Expand

Awards & Rankings

92
#92 Best PS2 Game of 2001
73
#73 Most Discussed PS2 Game of 2001
18
#18 Most Shared PS2 Game of 2001