Deus Ex: Mankind Divided

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  1. Greysteel
    Aug 23, 2016
    8
    This time around the conspiracy is a lot less engaging but the action is much more thrilling. The stealth approach less rewarding, probably in effort to try and push players into the arms of Jensen's new augmentations. One of the more impressive aspects of this run out is the choices you're making without fully realising there were alternatives. I find myself looking back, ten hours in,This time around the conspiracy is a lot less engaging but the action is much more thrilling. The stealth approach less rewarding, probably in effort to try and push players into the arms of Jensen's new augmentations. One of the more impressive aspects of this run out is the choices you're making without fully realising there were alternatives. I find myself looking back, ten hours in, with '20/20' vision and reflecting on the exact moment I made Jensen's life go to s***. So yes; it's a more adventurous game with a lot to explore and yet somehow manages to feel less than the sum of it's parts. Still a very smart game, and now you finally have more than one/two ways of getting rid of your big bad guys.… Expand
  2. icecold12741
    Aug 23, 2016
    7
    I looked forward to this game, I really did...but even early on I am disappointed to find that they did not touch the AI or the combat system. It's still clunky, which was okay 5 years ago, but they could have done something with it in that time. The story is good and visuals are great but the AI and combat system needed an upgrade. I should not be able to knock out 5 people patrolling,I looked forward to this game, I really did...but even early on I am disappointed to find that they did not touch the AI or the combat system. It's still clunky, which was okay 5 years ago, but they could have done something with it in that time. The story is good and visuals are great but the AI and combat system needed an upgrade. I should not be able to knock out 5 people patrolling, leave the bodies visible (right next to where I am hiding) and not get caught. But, on the flip side, you make one mistake and the entire floor is on you and immediately knows where you are, even if you got rid of the closest guard before he called out or shot at you.… Expand
  3. SNESStarter
    Aug 23, 2016
    10
    That crook Sean Murray should take notes, THIS is how you create and market a game. Everything that was advertised is here and then some! The action sequences are phenomenal and the combat feels perfect whether you're playing the game stealth or going in guns blazing. It's been a terrible last six months for game and Deus Ex has broken the drought!
  4. ElCucuy
    Jun 16, 2020
    10
    Одна из самых недооценённых игр в истории геймдева, непонятых толпой. На выходе только и было что разговоров о краткости сюжетной кампании, о плохой оптимизации и микротранзакциях, и за всем этим хейтом казалось, что преимуществ в игре-то и нет, но при ближайшем рассмотрении, оказывается, что перед нами игра, полностью и в каждом аспекте, превзошедшая своего прекрасного предшественика -Одна из самых недооценённых игр в истории геймдева, непонятых толпой. На выходе только и было что разговоров о краткости сюжетной кампании, о плохой оптимизации и микротранзакциях, и за всем этим хейтом казалось, что преимуществ в игре-то и нет, но при ближайшем рассмотрении, оказывается, что перед нами игра, полностью и в каждом аспекте, превзошедшая своего прекрасного предшественика - Human Revolution.

    Количество аугментаций, широкая вариативность в летальном/нелетальном устранении врагов, прекрасно реализовання возможность пройти игру бескровно и более того практически полностью избегая каких-либо контактов с агрессивно настроенными NPC, многократно возросшее количество контента и сайд-квестов и самое главное: ЛЕВЕЛ-ДИЗАЙН. Это феноменальная филигранная работа с большой буквы, настоящий алмаз в мире геймдева, игр с такой невероятной ручной проработкой как здесь можно пересчитать по пальцам одной руки. В исследовании Праги можно завязнуть на десятки часов, это настоящий рай для тех, кто любит исследовать открытые миры, различные пути подхода к цели, а также обыскивать каждый угол. Да, мир этой игры очень мал, но это компенсируется тщательной ручной проработкой локаций, кучей сайдов и историй, а также интересного лута, игра очень хорошо награждает любопытного игрока и поощряет дальнейшее изучение локаций. Тот, кто пойдёт чисто по сюжетке, не обращая внимание на окружающий мир, потеряет очень много, как контента, так и ощущений. Но это промах маркетологов, которые упирали на экшн-составляющую в рекламе, забыв о других аспектах. Разработчики же справились со своей работой отлично:
    Хотите крови и боёв? Вот вам улучшенный ганплей, крафт, и новые аугментации для агрессивного прохождения.
    Предпочитаете сеять хаос в стане противников и всячески издеваться над ними? Вот вам целая пачка аугментаций для массовой нейтрализации врагов, удалённый хакинг и предусмотренные гейм-дизайном возможности подстраивать несчастные случам, прям как в хитмане.
    Предпочитаете избегать боя? Пожалуйста, левел-дизайн заботливо предоставит вам возможность отыскать такие альтернативные пути к цели, которые избавят вас от необходимости встречаться с противником лицом к лицу.
    Предпочитаете забить на сюжетную составляющую и просто изучать мир игры? Перед нами одна из лучших игр для исследования. Контента, мини-историй и сайдов хватит вам на десятки часов, чтобы полностью игнорировать основной сюжет.

    Итог - 10 из 10. Игра, полностью превзошедшая своего предшественника и ставшая эталонным представителем жанра иммёрсив-сим. Она учитывает стиль каждого игрока и даёт ему возможность прохождения от начала и до конца в рамках этого стиля.    … Expand
  5. bergcamp101
    Sep 21, 2020
    9
    This game is absolutely great. It offers you a nice shooting, cool stealth missions, inventive detective missions, and the best level design.
  6. Homo_S
    Dec 13, 2020
    9
    The release of Cyberpunk 2077 made my returning to this game, and I want to say the game is amazing. Awesome stealth gameplay (the best I've ever seen), nice visuals, good story. If you think the story is stale, then play Deus Ex 1 and Human Revolution. The only complain is that it's short compared to HR, and it will never get a sequel. That's the saddest part about this game.
  7. timmytime
    Dec 24, 2017
    8
    Improves on Human Revolution in pretty much every way, though still never matches the wonder and mystery of the original Deus Ex - the game is never really more than the sum of its parts as a "Deus ex prequel with modern graphics" though, those parts are pretty good on their all! I appreciated the approach to the depth over breadth open world as Mark Brown has also highlighted.
  8. Voodoo123
    Aug 23, 2019
    10
    +Exceptionally high quality story/writing
    +Very impressive world design/environmental detail/interactivity
    +Exceptional cast deliver memorable performances +Very impressive graphical detail (ps4 pro 4k) +Enjoyable variety in branching storylines/environment navigation options -Archaic game design/control style shows its age in 2019 and feels like a shackle early on (please stick with    +Exceptionally high quality story/writing
    +Very impressive world design/environmental detail/interactivity
    +Exceptional cast deliver memorable performances
    +Very impressive graphical detail (ps4 pro 4k)
    +Enjoyable variety in branching storylines/environment navigation options
    -Archaic game design/control style shows its age in 2019 and feels like a shackle early on (please stick with it!)

    I brought this new on release for my new pc and something about the gameplay flow early on didn't quite gel with me at that time and I put it down... 3 years later I returned only on the ps4 pro and something felt VERY right this time.... I really cannot understate the importance of just how well written this game is. The world, the setting, the interactivity.... everything breathes a level of intelligence that rewards your efforts. Sadly the gameplay itself feels flat in 2019 and the ai feels archaic and just barely functional at times. I really hope there is a sequel to this story and that a future effort could find the audience it deserves!    … Expand
  9. conf1911
    May 16, 2018
    10
    GREAT game! One of the best I've ever played! I'm using Ps4 pro, which allows 4k/HDR. Great sense of freedom, beautiful graphics, good responsive controls, amazing and complex story. The cities are alive and full of things to explore. The player is motivated to do all side missions and explore, it's real rewarding.
  10. AKBaby
    Nov 11, 2017
    2
    This game is trash compared to the first. The city is lifeless to begin with. Everything that might have interested you from the first game feels watered down. The missions are terrible as well as the story. If you mess up the game will auto save on its own at certain times leaving you with no choice but to start all over if you didn't remember to save previously before that. On top ofThis game is trash compared to the first. The city is lifeless to begin with. Everything that might have interested you from the first game feels watered down. The missions are terrible as well as the story. If you mess up the game will auto save on its own at certain times leaving you with no choice but to start all over if you didn't remember to save previously before that. On top of that the game gives you the option of stealth or full frontal attack but if you don't choose to be stealthy there is basically no way to actually play the game in any enjoyable way. Also the shooting and AI is GARBAGE. If you played the first game then just be happy with that because you aren't going to find nothing good with this one.… Expand
  11. angelknives
    Dec 11, 2020
    9
    I love this game so much. I wish more games that are fully open world learned from this game that densely packed hubs are far more interesting than desert planets/planes. The meat of this game is everything around the main story. The main story has some interesting beats, but it's really in the side quests and exploring the hubs that you get the cyberpunk experience in this game. And it'sI love this game so much. I wish more games that are fully open world learned from this game that densely packed hubs are far more interesting than desert planets/planes. The meat of this game is everything around the main story. The main story has some interesting beats, but it's really in the side quests and exploring the hubs that you get the cyberpunk experience in this game. And it's all wonderful. One of the few games where I do ALL the side quests, every time I play it. The DLCs are also enjoyable and offer more of the same quality.
    The only real downside to this game is that the main story feels incomplete. It feels like it's waiting for a part 3 that we might never see. Which would be a shame because this series still has a lot going for it.    … Expand
  12. ppsim
    Nov 7, 2017
    10
    Excellent experience !! It surprised me a lot in my experience on PS4. Superb atmosphere! Very very very engaging and striking! It's not perfect but it's unique!
  13. Split_Decay
    Jun 27, 2018
    7
    Deus Ex Mankind Divided a game I wanted to enjoy but falters on the same points I had with Human Revolution. That ethos in games where the idea is great but the execution divides (see what I did there) players for what we get is much the summary of this game, shame as it really could excel if alterations were made.

    Now the world in which it's set and the various ins and outs make    Deus Ex Mankind Divided a game I wanted to enjoy but falters on the same points I had with Human Revolution. That ethos in games where the idea is great but the execution divides (see what I did there) players for what we get is much the summary of this game, shame as it really could excel if alterations were made.

    Now the world in which it's set and the various ins and outs make exploring fun and enjoyable, and the movable objects to throw at people and how everyone one wants to kill you adds the sense of shooter free elements to spice up your play through.

    However that is where the enjoyment of my time with the game peaked, putting it down in less than a few hours, why? Well the game hopes to be something that to me feels outdated, for example the limited inventory space, the way guns cost way too much, how after impaling 100 bullets into the mechs it still comes down to whipping out your stun gun and keeping momentarily inactive and how you think stealth is stealth when in fact your not stealthy at all.

    Seems like a rant but the matter is that you play this game with the idea to get this game in this modern decade of games to realise it plays like a game made 10 15 years ago just with some updated graphics. The fact is this game is much on the same reasons I put Human Revolution down, too grindy and heavily depends on stealth even though that's not always possible 80% of the time.

    Overall the game looks nice and plays to a degree of not bad, but the above mention additions and constant feeling like this is a game past it's prime defines that the idea of this game is done and dusted.    … Expand
  14. danield80
    Jun 26, 2022
    1
    The game's main theme is a "racial" conflict between natural people and people augmented with software and hardware implants. The game tries to make you to sympathize with the oppressed augmented people but the game fails ultimately to do so. What it doesn't fail to do, is to be racist to Czechs (Mankind Divided is set in near future Prague, Czechia). Everything is wrong. Pronunciation isThe game's main theme is a "racial" conflict between natural people and people augmented with software and hardware implants. The game tries to make you to sympathize with the oppressed augmented people but the game fails ultimately to do so. What it doesn't fail to do, is to be racist to Czechs (Mankind Divided is set in near future Prague, Czechia). Everything is wrong. Pronunciation is laughable. Literally every poster or sign has insane typos, grammar errors, non-sensical syntax, word by word google translations. The language is so bad even scam ads have better Czech. Local names, surnames and proper nouns make no sense. "Czech" people have "Russian" accent. Even things like license plates, political system of Czechia or landscape don't resemble Czechia at all.
    The developers didn't give a single microscopic fůck to make it look decent. I know most people won't notice a thing but why set the game in Prague then?

    Other than that, the game is quite good. I like that you can accomplish your objectives various ways (many paths, options, stealth vs loud approach, skills, etc.) The game also provides a lot of optional dialogue and side missions done well.

    But the poor language was so omnipresent in the game there was no chance not to see it. And it damaged my experience severely.    … Expand
  15. Blood8282
    Feb 23, 2019
    10
    The sequel to the excellent 'Human Revolution', this game was criticized for being much too short, but that simply isn’t true. By playing on hard difficulty and doing the great sub quests, the game is actually quite lengthy! You can choose between playing stealth or all out action, and both types of gameplay are fantastic! Mankind Divided doesn't only match its predecessor, it sometimesThe sequel to the excellent 'Human Revolution', this game was criticized for being much too short, but that simply isn’t true. By playing on hard difficulty and doing the great sub quests, the game is actually quite lengthy! You can choose between playing stealth or all out action, and both types of gameplay are fantastic! Mankind Divided doesn't only match its predecessor, it sometimes even surpasses it ! Extra missions are also available in DLC format.… Expand
  16. flaviojcm
    Jun 12, 2020
    9
    interesting puzzles, multi options for progress in the game. attractive plot
  17. sergio123456
    Aug 22, 2020
    8
    Gran juego de infiltración, con multitud de posibilidades de mejoras, armas e inteligencia artificial, duración correcta unas 15 horas, tiene una dificultad media y se hace muy ameno.
  18. Johnoronomon
    Jun 13, 2020
    9
    I truly hope they can continue this series. The closest thing we have to metal gear. The story was great and the game really allows you to play your way.
  19. MaxDorm
    Aug 3, 2020
    10
    Awesome game! Locations are impossibly realistic! Quests are totally amazing as story line! That's one of my best favourite games ever!
  20. eliante
    Sep 19, 2020
    10
    Best game ever made, hands down. The symbolism in the story and how the plot wraps up are fully intentional, and superb. Big political and sociological topics are touched without being overly heavy; vague but not overly vague, just how a great narrative should be. Cinematically brilliant, and beyond compare.

    Due to users wanting a more "light" expererience (mindless action), this game is    Best game ever made, hands down. The symbolism in the story and how the plot wraps up are fully intentional, and superb. Big political and sociological topics are touched without being overly heavy; vague but not overly vague, just how a great narrative should be. Cinematically brilliant, and beyond compare.

    Due to users wanting a more "light" expererience (mindless action), this game is severly underrated and not enough appreciated in its depth. I only registered here to leave this review here because this game touched my heart and it is so undervalued compared to Human Revolution, which is an entirely different experience. Please stop saying Human Revolution is better - it is NOT; Mankind Divided is much more complex and sophisticated. I only need to think of Mankind Divided on days when I feel off and I feel better.    … Expand
  21. Aleph0110
    Dec 13, 2020
    9
    Playing it the first time in 2020, thanks to cyberpunk which is full of bugs, Deus Ex is well written, dialogues are good and Adam Jensen is one of the best protagonist i have played.
  22. Cryers_is_Tired
    Jun 18, 2022
    7
    Took a while to get to this and gotta say I'm pleasantly suprised. The game has issues mostly being related to the convoluted and mediocre story, the weak gunplay and uslessness of credits, but outside of that this is a really solid stealth sandbox game. There are so many routes and options to approach missions and a great sense of accomplishment and progression when you find a hidden ventTook a while to get to this and gotta say I'm pleasantly suprised. The game has issues mostly being related to the convoluted and mediocre story, the weak gunplay and uslessness of credits, but outside of that this is a really solid stealth sandbox game. There are so many routes and options to approach missions and a great sense of accomplishment and progression when you find a hidden vent or manage to slip away just in time.
    The upgrades are all really fun and feel useful and honestly beat Cyberpunk 2077's augments in almost every aspect, all though levelling can feel a little slow at times. Honestly prefer this too the mess Cyberpunk is, and if you're looking for a more polished and focused Cyberpunk experience you honestly can't go wrong with this even with it's flaws.    … Expand
  23. PsychoShane123
    Feb 15, 2017
    4
    A disappointment. Never capitalizes on the ideas and themes of the first game while also offering some predicable game-play that's far too easy. A disappointment.
  24. PapaEmeritus
    Aug 27, 2016
    8
    Not as good as Human Revolution. Not even as long either. Contrast that with something like Witcher 2. The sequel to that (Witcher 3: Wild Hunt) is better and also longer. I know they are two different type games but still. One would think Squire Enix would have shown a lot more love to their fans and made Mankind Divided really special and chock full of content. That's not the case hereNot as good as Human Revolution. Not even as long either. Contrast that with something like Witcher 2. The sequel to that (Witcher 3: Wild Hunt) is better and also longer. I know they are two different type games but still. One would think Squire Enix would have shown a lot more love to their fans and made Mankind Divided really special and chock full of content. That's not the case here though. Not only that but the story here is very average. But anyway, it's still a good game taken on its own. If I had to do over again, however, I would waited for a price drop. Say to about $20.00.… Expand
  25. korea09
    Aug 28, 2016
    10
    A outstanding game with a quite a immersive story and nice graphics and good gameplay controls can be a bit strange but not enough to cut points. A overall nice sequel to HR and the best game of this month
  26. Kuraditosin
    Aug 31, 2016
    9
    I myself have always been a Deus Ex fan and even liked Invisible War for what it was worth. While ignoring IW Deus Ex has been considered the thinking man's shooter. In my opinion Mankind Divided fully lives up to the Deus Ex name.

    You can always play it like an fps - take cover, use an aug or two and you will probably blast through the game within 10 hours or less. But by doing so you    I myself have always been a Deus Ex fan and even liked Invisible War for what it was worth. While ignoring IW Deus Ex has been considered the thinking man's shooter. In my opinion Mankind Divided fully lives up to the Deus Ex name.

    You can always play it like an fps - take cover, use an aug or two and you will probably blast through the game within 10 hours or less. But by doing so you will probably be ignoring most of the carefully implemented ventilation shafts, hidden safes, alternative routes ang quite possibly also some easter eggs and other rewards. For me, a minimum of 2 playthroughs is necessary to experience everything. Because even the wittiest player can make a mess out of a situation with the outcome possibly blocking off alternative aspects. You can for example infiltrate optional sections of the gameworld before actually receiving the proper mission for it. And by doing so, completing the mission by skipping half of it. Every action has certain consequences. A different playstyle can obviously also produce a different outcome. Using diplomacy can be useful in obtaining allies rather than a gun-to-the-face approach. The diversity is what hooks me but could also be off-putting to other potential players.

    Side missions are few compared to other RPG's, but all of them are lengthier and more thought through than your average fetch quest. Many of them are multi parted and actually require to do some investigation without direct guidance from the developer. Main missions are mostly lengthy and take place within or in the outskirts of Prague. So there isn't as much globe-trotting as there was in Human Revolution. Prague can also feel small at first, but when you decide to explore the world fully, you come to realize that it can be rather overwhelming even.

    The interface is heavily inspired by the first Deus Ex, while the movement, augs and shooting follow the Human Revolution steps. It might take some getting used to, but the new approach can also bring back some heavy vibes from the first game. The game uses a heavily modified Human Revolution engine without the inherent yellow-ish piss filter, resulting in a much clearer and suitable look, as there is also daytime gameplay now (while Human Revolution took place almost exclusively at night). There is also a very agressive sharpening filter in place which results in some very sharp looking textures, but the effect could be off-putting for those who prefer a softer, more realistic look. Mankind Divided does run decently, a 30fps lock is mostly in place while traversing the cityscape, but occasional drops can occur when in combat.

    Overall the game is a real treat to Deus Ex, cyberpunk and/or RPG fans. The adaptive playstyle approach can make it appealing for fans of other genres as well, but like I said, a one-sided approach can possibly decrease the overall value of the whole package. Without actually spoiling anything, the only real critique for me would be that the stakes of the overall story arc seem to be lower than in previous games. Nonetheless it's still a good combination of political agendas mixed with conspiracies.

    Definitely a must-buy for a Deus Ex fan and I recommend others to consider it as well.    … Expand
  27. Underpants158
    Sep 15, 2016
    8
    Great game. My first Deus Ex game. The world immersion is what really made this game for me. Breaking into an apartment and reading a persons emails about disowning a family member because of augmentations really made the world feel real. I didn't have to break in and the devs could have just put loot and called it a day but instead they also gave this little apartment a story and IGreat game. My first Deus Ex game. The world immersion is what really made this game for me. Breaking into an apartment and reading a persons emails about disowning a family member because of augmentations really made the world feel real. I didn't have to break in and the devs could have just put loot and called it a day but instead they also gave this little apartment a story and I appreciated that.

    It also reminded me of old metal gear solid games what with the stealth and convoluted conspiracy riddled story. The only downside is underwhelming ending and dips in framerate while running around the city (not so much during action).    … Expand
  28. JackDen1990
    Aug 23, 2016
    10
    Loved Deus Ex: Human Revolution finally got his sequel!
    I am completely in love with the art style of this game.
    Old precious game mechanics with a huge load of new features.
    Graphics are beautiful, OST is stunning, big attention to details (books, mails, breach mode investigations), marvelous hud, magnificent weapon animations!
  29. Funkyguy786
    Aug 24, 2016
    8
    Beautifully balanced game. Been a while since we had something solid in every department. Main missions and even side missions are gripping enough to keep you busy for a while. Only problem I have is the lyp sync which seems out of sorts and jerky frame rate even after the day one update.
  30. roundtablegamer
    Aug 30, 2016
    9
    Deus Ex: Mankind Divided Review
    Alex the Kidd, Gamers of the Round Table
    Square Enix’s follow-up to their 2011 title Deus Ex: Human Revolution, Mankind Divided takes place two years after the events of its predecessor, and players take on the role of Adam Jensen once again in this cyber-punk RPG. With new augments, characters and story, does the latest Deus Ex title successfully    Deus Ex: Mankind Divided Review
    Alex the Kidd, Gamers of the Round Table

    Square Enix’s follow-up to their 2011 title Deus Ex: Human Revolution, Mankind Divided takes place two years after the events of its predecessor, and players take on the role of Adam Jensen once again in this cyber-punk RPG. With new augments, characters and story, does the latest Deus Ex title successfully develop its unique take on a dystopian future? or are players left with a lackluster sequel that can’t live up to its source material?

    The Good
    Deus Ex: Mankind Divided lets the player choose their control scheme. Whether you want to go with their default layout, Human Revolution’s layout or a generalized First-Person-Shooter control set-up, the player is offered a variety of control load outs to accommodate individual play styles. The familiar RPG elements make a return, more polished and with a new “overload” system that requires the player to use. “experimental” augments at the cost of damaging your systems or permanently locking out original choices. This brings a new level of unique customization to the franchise and creates consequences for players who choose to use the new abilities. Mankind Divided improves upon the idea that you can “play your way” throughout the game, whether you want to tackle a mission guns blazing, or you want to infiltrate and never be seen. In the previous installment, players found they were hindered for choosing to play the game with stealth when it came to boss fights; Mankind Divided creates situations where you can attempt to take down any enemy through any means, without making the player feel like they made the wrong choice.
    If you haven’t played Human Revolution since 2011, this game gives you the option to watch a compilation video to recap the previous game; narrated by Jensen, the twelve minute video covers all of the major plot point from Human Revolution, and is highly recommended if it has been almost five years since you played as Adam Jensen. Depending on your sound system, you may want to adjust your volume to put more emphasis on voice audio as the music score can drown out the narration (or enable subtitles before playing). The addition of the Deus Ex:
    Universe companion app allows players to access behind the scenes content created by the developers and shows their insight into how they came to develop the word and characters of Mankind Divided; the app is free to download and allows players to scan in-game collectibles to access the content through their mobile device. This comes as a welcomed addition for players who immerse themselves in the world of Deus Ex and allows them to experience the creative process behind the game.
    The Bad
    The Breach feature feels tacked on and out of place; the introduction to the game mode is immersive, yet the actual content feels forced and out of place. While the art direction for Breach can be praised, it comes off as an unnecessary online component. Players can compare their stats using leaderboards, but the game mode becomes quite repetitive, and is little more than a puzzle game. While you can earn praxis kits through Breach, it requires you to hold off from the main game for its benefits to having any weight.
    The biggest issue with Mankind Divided is its waypoint system – or lack thereof. Players must always refer to the map to find their objective, and there are several times throughout the game where mission objectives are not indicated on the map at all. Having to look online to find out where to go next takes away from the immersive gameplay; one mission requires the players to locate two individuals, but only shows the location of one without indicating where the other is. While exploring Prague is fun, wasting time looking for your objective is far from it.
    Rating
    9.5/10 - Deus Ex: Mankind Divided brings players back into the role of Adam Jensen in full force; while a few minor navigational mechanics that could use some fine-tuning, the game provides an immersive experience that allows you to handle any situation the way you want. This game not only follows up its predecessor, it stands on its own as an excellent video game. This is the quintessential espionage RPG gamers deserve.    … Expand
  31. Aridos
    Feb 4, 2017
    5
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Remember how this game was suppose to be the epic continuation to the ending debacle of the first game, that was otherwise an awesome Action-RPG?

    Yeah, it isn't.

    The game lacks serious length, and while it tries to make up with it by using depth, I don't remember the feeling in it that the first game gave me- of being sunk deep into the world and feeling like my actions are Jansons'.
    Yes, the graphics are crispier, and the choices and story is much, much clearer, but it feels like its been cut in a lot of ways that could've been expanded.
    Why is there only one boss fight? Huh? What? WHY?
    Later when I found out you can literaly kill him with a button press, and that there's a 'Bad' and 'Good' ending to the game, I was frustrated immensely.
    Why do the developers think there should be a good ending to this game? This is Deux Ex, this is the game where no matter what you choose, somethingis bound to go bad eventually. Not to speak of the fact that it makes those who have no idea where they went wrong feel like **** after.
    "Oh, I didn't find that hard to track item and used it in a specific way in a specific time?" or something, I didn't even check. Neither did I feel like the side-missions enhanced the story, like they would sometimes in the first game. They were something that tried to make Prague feel more expansive, and it ended up feeling tired and buggy. When a mission tried to be smart, it was vague.

    I'm heavily disappointed in this game, but it's still a decent game to play if you have to check out the sequel. So there.    … Expand
  32. Beavis_2014
    Jan 2, 2017
    10
    Juego increible, historia formidable que te engancha desde el primer minuto, personajes emblematicos, te mete de lleno en su universo. Tecnicamente una delicia, muy buenos graficos, buena ambientacion, duracion mas que correcta, 30 horas jugadas a la historia principal, sin contar el modo breach. Si te gusta la accion, el sigilo, la estrategia, no lo dudes mankind dead te va a encantar. UnJuego increible, historia formidable que te engancha desde el primer minuto, personajes emblematicos, te mete de lleno en su universo. Tecnicamente una delicia, muy buenos graficos, buena ambientacion, duracion mas que correcta, 30 horas jugadas a la historia principal, sin contar el modo breach. Si te gusta la accion, el sigilo, la estrategia, no lo dudes mankind dead te va a encantar. Un juego de 10.… Expand
  33. enforcer01
    Aug 23, 2016
    10
    Both the elements of stealth and action are very satisfying. It's a great sequel in the aspects of sound, action, story, graphic, and more. I especially like the choices that I can make throughout the game. The alternatives make me feel like I'm in the game as a real character.
  34. DeusExsux
    Dec 19, 2016
    0
    Why does this game have so many positive reviews?! This is the worst game iv played all year, its TOO SHORT!!! If you don't do any of the side quests you can literally complete the game in under 2 hours. There is ONE city that you can completely explore in 5 minutes, the story is weak and confusing, having played the previous installment i was still a bit lost. There is ONE boss fight inWhy does this game have so many positive reviews?! This is the worst game iv played all year, its TOO SHORT!!! If you don't do any of the side quests you can literally complete the game in under 2 hours. There is ONE city that you can completely explore in 5 minutes, the story is weak and confusing, having played the previous installment i was still a bit lost. There is ONE boss fight in the whole game. The guns are stupid, you get like 12 to choose from but only wind up using 1 or 2 simply because you have no reason to use the revolver or sniper rifle because THERE ARE NEVER ANY SNIPING OPPORTUNITIES!!! The ONE thing this game did right was stealth, in fact that about the only thing this game has going for it, you can find about 15 different ways to do the mission in stealth, theirs not even 15 missions in the stupid game. This game is NOT worth $60 i wouldn't even buy it for $10 if you feel like wasting your money on it be my guest, just don't settle down and get comfy while you play, you will beat this garbage before you need a poddy break.… Expand
  35. Max22193
    Aug 25, 2016
    9
    This is probably one of the best games I've played all year, The gameplay is great, and the levels are open for different playstyles. New augs have been introduced as well and offer new options. The environments are well designed and soundtrack is good. The writing is exceptional and engaging. It has sub-quests that are well written and in some ways feel better than the main story. IThis is probably one of the best games I've played all year, The gameplay is great, and the levels are open for different playstyles. New augs have been introduced as well and offer new options. The environments are well designed and soundtrack is good. The writing is exceptional and engaging. It has sub-quests that are well written and in some ways feel better than the main story. I played the breach and it seems good, its rally just more of the same as in the main game. MY only complaints is a somewhat lackluster ending and clunky character animations during dialogue.… Expand
  36. rodericrinehart
    Jan 1, 2017
    10
    I'm giving this a 10 because it is an incredible game with great replayability, superb graphics, and a good story. It isn't perfect, but it definitely is between a 9 and a 10. Improves in every way on Human Revolution, which I also loved. SO MANY WAYS TO SOLVE EACH PUZZLE. And this time, you truly can do a nonlethal and stealth playthrough. It was so satisfying and the game really stickI'm giving this a 10 because it is an incredible game with great replayability, superb graphics, and a good story. It isn't perfect, but it definitely is between a 9 and a 10. Improves in every way on Human Revolution, which I also loved. SO MANY WAYS TO SOLVE EACH PUZZLE. And this time, you truly can do a nonlethal and stealth playthrough. It was so satisfying and the game really stick with me. It has better controls and graphics than Dishonored 2, but not quite as good of world-building.… Expand
  37. blakfayt
    Sep 18, 2016
    9
    Put simply, Mankind Divided is more Human Revolution, but less than its predecessor. Now I'm sure you're wondering what that means, and I'll explain. Mankind Divided has basically everything from HR, but it's much more fine tuned. The gameplay is much sleeker, stealth feels more approachable without overpowering gunplay in terms of speeding through an area, your choices still have weightPut simply, Mankind Divided is more Human Revolution, but less than its predecessor. Now I'm sure you're wondering what that means, and I'll explain. Mankind Divided has basically everything from HR, but it's much more fine tuned. The gameplay is much sleeker, stealth feels more approachable without overpowering gunplay in terms of speeding through an area, your choices still have weight at times, and the story is still engaging.

    However, the few augments they add are not all that useful, and praxis kits are more plentiful than before. I've seen some reviews exploding at the game for microtransactions, but I didn't see one in my entire 40 hours of two playthroughs. Early in the game you are GIVEN TEN praxis points and if you're going sneaky that is literally all the points you'll ever need. I maxed out Jensen in less than a playthrough and a half. The biggest problem, the one that keeps this game from being a solid ten, is the obvious sequel baiting. The entire game builds up this underlying conspiracy, and never divulges a single thing about it. Where HR went through all these turns, maybe your boss is bad, maybe Megan is alive, the illuminati is real! Mankind Divided replays a couple of those but fails to wrap them up. It leaves room for an obvious third Jensen game, but it also leaves the player feeling somewhat hollow about the whole thing.

    Honestly, the game is well worth the $60 if you liked Human Revolution.    … Expand
  38. GamergodsFail
    Sep 2, 2016
    9
    Gameplay-wise, it is the best Deus Ex to date, improving upon almost every aspect of its predecessor. However, this could have easily been a 10 if not for the somewhat underwhelming story and micro-transactions.

    It's still an overall good entry in the series. If I were to rank them from best to worst, this would fit in right in the middle, being better than Invisible War and The Fall,    Gameplay-wise, it is the best Deus Ex to date, improving upon almost every aspect of its predecessor. However, this could have easily been a 10 if not for the somewhat underwhelming story and micro-transactions.

    It's still an overall good entry in the series. If I were to rank them from best to worst, this would fit in right in the middle, being better than Invisible War and The Fall, but not as good as the original and Human Revolution.

    Recommended to anyone who loves the gameplay and flow of Deus Ex or any gamer who loves the Cyberpunk theme.    … Expand
  39. theman222
    Sep 4, 2016
    8
    Gameplay: Mechanically, it's exactly what you'd expect Deus Ex to be. It has interesting missions with lots of ways to completing them. Level design might even be better than Human Revolution, but unfortunately it doesn't match the amount of content. There is only one major city hub in Prague, and you only leave it for a few other missions, which is rather disappointing. Still, PragueGameplay: Mechanically, it's exactly what you'd expect Deus Ex to be. It has interesting missions with lots of ways to completing them. Level design might even be better than Human Revolution, but unfortunately it doesn't match the amount of content. There is only one major city hub in Prague, and you only leave it for a few other missions, which is rather disappointing. Still, Prague is a ton of fun to explore and I spent most of a day breaking into apartments and looking for secrets. While Prague is a step up from something like Detroit or Hengsha, I can't help but think that I would have wanted another city to explore.

    Graphics: Very pretty game, with the environments being extremely well done. But the lip syncing is awful (i urge you to use subtitles), and the non important NPCs have a glaring lack of detail compared to the important ones.

    The story is disappointing, especially from what I expect from a Deus Ex game. But it still isn't terrible, and I think some comments here are a tad harsh on it.

    Summary: If you got any enjoyment out of Human Revolution, then you owe it to yourself to check this game out at some point. For better or for worse, it's basically more of the same. Which is quite fine for me, since there aren't many games like Deus Ex on the market. I only wish there was more content.    … Expand
  40. AreYouSerious
    Aug 24, 2016
    5
    A completely dated and uninspiring game for a 2016 release.

    Nothing new on offer that we haven't already seen done a lot better in other games. The AI's that populate the world stand there like cardboard cutouts on some cheap carnival ride that are on a loop, waiting for you to interact, only to then fall back into their "mechanical" loop. Nothing feels "alive." In Fallout 4, you    A completely dated and uninspiring game for a 2016 release.

    Nothing new on offer that we haven't already seen done a lot better in other games.

    The AI's that populate the world stand there like cardboard cutouts on some cheap carnival ride that are on a loop, waiting for you to interact, only to then fall back into their "mechanical" loop.

    Nothing feels "alive." In Fallout 4, you would be walking along and something random would happen within the world that would put a smile on your face. Not so here. The game has no "heartbeat" - it's just sterile and lifeless.

    The graphics are unforgivably last generation.

    For me, overall, a very bland experience. Not all bad, but not particularly good.

    Unless you're a diehard Deus Ex fan, wait until it's cheap...    … Expand
  41. P0iS0NdaRt
    Aug 24, 2016
    9
    Fantastic experience so far very enjoyable!

    played all of the previous deus ex human revolution for over 30 hours. Had very high hope for this and its lived up to its reputation. i've played 8 hours and only done the first part of the main story quest. Once you get past the beginning section tutorials it opens up like the other game. They added crafting and all new stuff that you    Fantastic experience so far very enjoyable!

    played all of the previous deus ex human revolution for over 30 hours. Had very high hope for this and its lived up to its reputation. i've played 8 hours and only done the first part of the main story quest. Once you get past the beginning section tutorials it opens up like the other game.

    They added crafting and all new stuff that you will find out =) I have always been of fan of deus ex , ever since i was a kid and played the original . I cant really compare the original to this as i was only young.

    i have been forced to have a break. But i need to get back into it soon haha ! gg    … Expand
  42. Zbox
    Aug 23, 2016
    10
    Deus Ex human revolution was a good and very solid game back in 2011, one game that made me replay over and over (thing that i rarely do on my nearly 30years of gaming). This game doesn't reinvent the wheel, doesn't reinvent Deus EX, but what it does is more the same but isnt a copy paste, no the same but more solid, expanded, and refined each aspect of the game. Strong contender for theDeus Ex human revolution was a good and very solid game back in 2011, one game that made me replay over and over (thing that i rarely do on my nearly 30years of gaming). This game doesn't reinvent the wheel, doesn't reinvent Deus EX, but what it does is more the same but isnt a copy paste, no the same but more solid, expanded, and refined each aspect of the game. Strong contender for the game of the year award. this is yes A PROPER $60 GAME......not a hype-con-scam that goes wild for years like we've seen recently. However the season pass seems very weak, unless those story dlc missions are beefy enough, otherwise will be a season pass/dlc's for a psn seasonal sale.......… Expand
  43. ryanisking
    Aug 24, 2016
    8
    Mankind divided is an excellent game. Come on, what other game do you get to be a bad ass cyborg that can punch holes in your neighbours walls to steal a bottle of wine?? Thought so. Mankind divided is all about choice, are you a good guy or bad guy? Are you going to take the front door or sneak through the air vent? Do you put a bullet in the guys skull with a silenced 10mm (yes) or R3Mankind divided is an excellent game. Come on, what other game do you get to be a bad ass cyborg that can punch holes in your neighbours walls to steal a bottle of wine?? Thought so. Mankind divided is all about choice, are you a good guy or bad guy? Are you going to take the front door or sneak through the air vent? Do you put a bullet in the guys skull with a silenced 10mm (yes) or R3 him with a judo chop? I spent most of the first 10 hours wandering around doing side missions, upgrading my abilities/guns, taking random walks through air vents to secret buildings with loot and weapons to find, all very satisfying stuff! The story isn't amazing but it isn't bad either, I have to be honest I just want to keep playing mankind divided, that should tell you all you need to know about this game IT IS THAT ADDICTIVE, go buy :)

    ps no it isn't as good as the original but nothing ever will be get over it :P    … Expand
  44. doctuar
    Aug 25, 2016
    8
    I never asked for this.

    My vision is augmented. Take a good look at Manderley's dead body. Consider that my resignation; I don't have time to write a letter. When due process fails us, we really do live in a world of terror. You mechs may have copper wiring to reroute your fear of pain, but I've got nerves of steel. I never had time to take the Oath of Service to the Coalition.    I never asked for this.

    My vision is augmented. Take a good look at Manderley's dead body. Consider that my resignation; I don't have time to write a letter.

    When due process fails us, we really do live in a world of terror. You mechs may have copper wiring to reroute your fear of pain, but I've got nerves of steel.

    I never had time to take the Oath of Service to the Coalition. How about this one? I swear not to rest until UNATCO is free of you and the other crooked bureaucrats who have perverted its mission.

    A bomb's a bad choice for close-range combat. A bomb!

    This better not be a joke.    … Expand
  45. thj1188
    Sep 3, 2016
    2
    GAME BREAKING BUGS!!
    This is the second game in a week with game breaking bugs in it that I have played and I am seriously peed off. If the game is not ready don't release the dam thing. Yes we will be dissapointed but I would prefer to wait a month then get the game get to the end and have it crash no matter what I do. This game came out on the 23rd it is now the 3rd and it has already    GAME BREAKING BUGS!!
    This is the second game in a week with game breaking bugs in it that I have played and I am seriously peed off. If the game is not ready don't release the dam thing. Yes we will be dissapointed but I would prefer to wait a month then get the game get to the end and have it crash no matter what I do. This game came out on the 23rd it is now the 3rd and it has already had 3 patches and it is still not fixed. Oh and to top it off it has micro-transactions as a final **** you. Well **** you to feel free to eat ****

    Verdict: 2/10 I prefer ironing to this
    5 point deduction for game breaking bugs
    2 point deduction for micro-transactions in a full price AAA release    … Expand
  46. goga12309s
    Aug 28, 2016
    10
    This game is perfect, really. It is HM, which was great improved. Games like this don't release too often and it is sad. Thanks to Eidos Montreal for delightful experience!
  47. Flypaper
    Aug 28, 2016
    9
    Enjoying Dooosh Ex very much. Solid 9 for sure. Good gameplay no matter how you play it. Story seems good so far. I'm hooked. Graphics are good and Prague is genuinely interesting.
  48. tensa2341
    Aug 28, 2016
    9
    Deus Ex Mankind Divided is a very solid sequel to the Deus Ex Human Revolution. My time spent on this game was at least over 20 hours with multiple playthroughs and a new game + mode after beating the game. The game is set after 2 years from Human revolutions plot line; involving the Aug incident when all augmented people went on a killing frenzy which was apparently the worst casualtiesDeus Ex Mankind Divided is a very solid sequel to the Deus Ex Human Revolution. My time spent on this game was at least over 20 hours with multiple playthroughs and a new game + mode after beating the game. The game is set after 2 years from Human revolutions plot line; involving the Aug incident when all augmented people went on a killing frenzy which was apparently the worst casualties in human history. Played out by the cooperation " The Illuminati" , You as Adam Jensen have to go deep into the city of Prague and figure their next move and stop them from achieving their goal.

    Pros:
    -Variety of multiple choices of how to play through each mission type
    -Robust Augmented Build with multiple advantages
    -An in-depth story with multiple outcomes that changes each mission
    -Voice acting is superb with a serious intake of Adam's rough cigarette voice
    -A beautiful city to explore around in
    -Music is superb as well
    -Tighter and fluid gameplay
    Cons:
    -Even with the voice acting being amazing and the graphics being great, the lip syncing is mediocre; sometimes even kung fu dubbing bad
    -The city , though great and varied enough to look around in, is too small and with only one city to explore around, it feels like a step back from Human Revolution with it being in Detroit and Shanghai.

    I had a blast playing through this game and I'm going through it again for my second time. It's a must buy.    … Expand
  49. Hollowfied
    Sep 2, 2016
    10
    Dues ex mankind divided one of the awesome game i only played once first one i own copies of human revolution but have not touched it since i finished this game i am going back to play human revolution this game

    Suggestion buy this game u love it Mission awesome stealth mechanic is good
  50. svedike92
    Nov 10, 2016
    9
    MD is Really an amazing game with good gameplay, story line, characters and atmosphere. I hope it will get a sequel in this console generation. God bless Edios Montreal!
  51. dead_bread_ryan
    Nov 1, 2016
    8
    This game was absolutely awesome and fun! First of all, the story plot, the characters, the voice acting, the soundtrack, and the whole experience was amazing. But however that was cut short by the surprisingly easy and short but sweet campaign. It took me at least about 7 hours to complete the game (Side missions not included) but overall the game was good.
  52. mikcha91190
    Nov 28, 2016
    8
    хорошая игра, жаль что очень короткая и сюжет обрывается, но играть и исследовать Прагу приятно. Болванчики все еще туповатые, но стелс хороший все равно
  53. Darth_Kane
    Feb 26, 2017
    9
    Great gameplay and an awesome location, as someone from Eastern Europe, modern Prague really amazed me, just like City 17 did a long-long time ago. Unfortunately, the story is just meh. The ending is rushed and feels unsatisfactory. The AI and other bugs are also a little disturbing, they should have released a more polished game.
  54. Nel
    Apr 17, 2017
    6
    I was really excited to play this, but I didn't find as enjoyable as their previous games.. Still way too much focus on organizing your inventory than doing anything else, and the story is lackluster to say the least. It had potential, but sadly didn't come through.
  55. H_SnypeR
    Sep 25, 2016
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Though the game doesn't have a true PVP multiplayer, the game is definitely worth getting if you are into stealth, shooting, exploration, detective work and a bit of story telling. The story is suited for more mature audiences. It contains themes about spying, double agents and political conspiracy. It is linked to the Deus Ex world if you haven't played the previous original Deus Ex on PC, it will be slightly confusing with some of the characters and plots, so you would need to use Wiki a bit.

    There is a fantastic system of different dialogue choices to Bioware games such as Mass Effect but It has more of an effect on the future timeline than Mass Effect. The augmentation skill tree does offer new cool augmentations that are fun.

    What I like about these games is there is absolutely no grinding involved. You will get experience points regardless of how you choose to do tackle a certain task. I much prefer the passive knock out no kill stealth approach.

    Some people might not like the ending as it leaves you with many questions about Janus and the Illuminate, but it intentional and the beauty of that is that mentally and intellectually challenges you to deduce possible explanations or theories like a detective and encourage discussions in forum in regarding the many mysteries or questions left unanswered or undiscovered.

    You can learn a lot about the minor or semi major subplots by hacking computers and reading notes is what makes this like a great detective/spy game.

    Some might argue the story could have been more ambitious but people need to realise the illuminate is difficult to take down. Someone else is always a puppet of someone else.

    There are mysterious subplots that It makes you wonder who is the mole in Taskforce 29 or who did an entire refit of the augmented Adam Jensen. There is a lot of layers in the game's story telling and the sides missions are chained so they are interesting. it's not one of those collect 10 of these and deliver to stupid side missions.

    The graphics is definitely a level up from DE: HR. All in all it's shorter but higher quality game than HR. The game is highly polished and rarely is there a glitch or bug. The lighting is really good in the game too.

    There is a pretty decent characteristics for all major characters and TF29 NPCs. You can see their personality differences shine. But I think there could of been more work done especially for character McCready and Miller. Perhaps a more reason to care for TF29 Director Miller a bit more.

    The augmentation is pretty cool and the stealth take downs look pretty cool. I didn't use guns much besides the stun gun. But you can upgrade your guns with attachments or improving it's firing rate, accuracy or damage. But it's a bit hard to constantly use your abilities a lot with the limited energy bar, so you can only occasionally use it which does take the fun out of it if you decide to pursue a non stealth approach.

    Fantastic OST and dialogue.

    The only negative thing I can say about this game is the lip syncing is bit out of wack and some of the body language is over exaggerated but these are trivial matters.    … Expand
  56. GoodApollo88
    Sep 27, 2016
    9
    The follow up to the fantastic Human Revolution will divide opinion as the majority of reviews clearly reflect. However what you get with Deus Ex: Mankind Divided is an unprecedented freedom and a great sense of reward and achievement. Everything from the gunplay, augmentations and the overall mechanics has vastly improved since Human Revolution. Visually it looks great and the reimaginingThe follow up to the fantastic Human Revolution will divide opinion as the majority of reviews clearly reflect. However what you get with Deus Ex: Mankind Divided is an unprecedented freedom and a great sense of reward and achievement. Everything from the gunplay, augmentations and the overall mechanics has vastly improved since Human Revolution. Visually it looks great and the reimagining of a cyperpunk Prague looks superb. It's not without it's faults, some suspect lip syncing, dodgy character models and too many bugs/glitches (some often game breaking). Some would argue that the end comes far too soon and is far to abrupt just as the story starts getting tasty, although I feel it does lead well to potentially (and surely) a third installment of Adam Jensen's cyberpunk conspiracy ridden saga. The ending is left opened for another Deus Ex and a sense of an uncertain future. Despite some of it's flaws, the overall open world of Prague and different approachs to each mission along with the vast exploration and engaging storyline make this an essential purchase who like a bit more than your average shooter. A cyperpunk RPG/thinking man's FPS...it won't be for everyone but based on ambition alone, eidos montreal have provided one of the games of the year.… Expand
  57. Fyil
    Sep 1, 2016
    10
    Fantastic game. I hope it becomes a triple A game next time. You can tell their budget wasn't that big but they still manage to make a hell of a game, really fun. Many difente ways to play., as soon as i finished i started another play through. Totally worth it, hope this game becomes bigger and bigger with new releases.
  58. dillweed97141
    Sep 24, 2016
    9
    Don't let the micro-transactions scare you away. None are required to fully enjoy this title. Some really aren't necessary. For instance I already have over 77,000 credits without trying and I have pretty much all the augments that I want activated with spare praxis kits.

    The story of the game isn't as long as the first, but there are so many side distractions that will keep you busy    Don't let the micro-transactions scare you away. None are required to fully enjoy this title. Some really aren't necessary. For instance I already have over 77,000 credits without trying and I have pretty much all the augments that I want activated with spare praxis kits.

    The story of the game isn't as long as the first, but there are so many side distractions that will keep you busy for a much longer amount of time. The atmosphere of the story is really enjoyable as there is this tension between augmented people and "natural" people due to the "incident". The downside I'm really experiencing with the game is that the lip syncing is off when everyone talks.

    If you enjoy a game that lets you have a variety on how to take on tasks, free-roaming (to an extent), and finding hidden rooms and items this will be worth your money.

    If you are the type that just rushes the story and screams "done!" and shelves it, or you have a strong dislike about micro-transactions (which seems to be an alarming large amount of people) then I would skip this one.    … Expand
  59. Enkindled
    Jun 2, 2019
    6
    I am 2 bronze trophies for the platinum, so I have waited to write this review and truly help you. Ok, guys, get ready for the mix feelings. I know the Deus Ex franchise, and I`ve played the original Deus Ex, as well as for the previous game in this series the Human Revolution. I`ve beaten this game two times already, INCLUDING the hardest difficulty, with the two styles of gameplay (theI am 2 bronze trophies for the platinum, so I have waited to write this review and truly help you. Ok, guys, get ready for the mix feelings. I know the Deus Ex franchise, and I`ve played the original Deus Ex, as well as for the previous game in this series the Human Revolution. I`ve beaten this game two times already, INCLUDING the hardest difficulty, with the two styles of gameplay (the Rambo and the Stealth styles), so here are my thoughts for you. I`ll list all, so you can decide.

    The Cons:

    - This game is not balanced between the two styles of gameplay. If you play the Stealth you will get around 110% more XP reward for everything you do, and most Jensen`s Augmentations (including the new ones) are way more biased toward Stealth. Thus, if you like to shoot your way into missions, be prepared to get fewer rewards.
    - There is too much Hack in this game. Hacking was always a thing for Deus Ex, since the first, but this game overdue the amount of Hack. You can easily find codes around, and new entrances to bypass but are just a lot of hacking.
    - I didn`t find the story as compelling in this game that it was on Human Revolution. I`m not even comparing to the original, because the original is the best.
    - I get that Augmented people are hated now, because of the incident from the last game, but is just too much. Around 80% of people you talk are complete a**ho***. Like. Every. People. You. Talk. This discourages you to talk to NPCs because you just had enough of rude people.
    - Breach. This is a parallel game mechanics, not related to the main game. HERE, is where they inserted the microtransaction. Breach is just disgusting. Its ugly is not fun, is annoying, has no glory at all. It's just some c**p they inserted to choke coins out of you. I can even begin to explain how dreadful this is. And this c**p has 4 trophies for the Platinum. Argh.

    The Good:

    - Like the previous, the combat is great.
    - Jensen`s new Augmentations are neat. Really, they are neat.
    - There are tons of ways to do a mission, so this game gets a 10 in this. You can completely choose your way. Dozens of ways to get around in both Stealth and Combat. Thus, you will enjoy exploring this world.
    - Here is the best part of this game (for me): The Sidequests. These sidequests are masterpieces. They are UNIQUE, INTERESTING, EMOTIONAL. Really, this is the best part, do all of them.
    - The graphics are awesome, the texture is well made.
    - The major NPCs have interesting personalities and the Social Aug has some utility now, in contrast to the previous entry in the game.

    I recommend you play the game because it's good. But you will face some problems. Breach is a pathetic excuse of parallel mechanics, stay away, but the main game is pretty good. The only problem is the unbalanced reward system for Rambo and Stealth players in terms of gameplay. And the lack of deep story, because this time it feels too shallow about 70% of the game. Nevertheless, it's not a bad game, is still really enjoyable for the good mechanics and fun missions.    … Expand
  60. superpyro296
    Dec 5, 2018
    8
    I got this game on ps plus and it was a good surprise. I think this game has an unique ambiance and I saw a lot of interesting features. First, I was impressed by all the data that is available and how congruent the story is. For exemple, if you complete a specific quest, you will see that the TV reporter (Picus if my memory is right) will announce the new events. Also, you can interactI got this game on ps plus and it was a good surprise. I think this game has an unique ambiance and I saw a lot of interesting features. First, I was impressed by all the data that is available and how congruent the story is. For exemple, if you complete a specific quest, you will see that the TV reporter (Picus if my memory is right) will announce the new events. Also, you can interact with almost every object around you and move them in many different directions.

    However, this game is not perfect and I saw some weaknesses as well. I found a lot of unused potential. There is so much data in this game and work from the developers but at the same time, it's possible to complete the game in a few hours. I found also a lack of guidance regarding the different augmentations Jensen can use.

    But overall, I keep good memories of this game I completed last winter. Maybe, some day, I will do another playthrough on stealth mode (I did my playthrough with guns and by killing directly my ennemies)    … Expand
  61. Slobro850
    Mar 31, 2019
    9
    Very interesting game indeed..
    What I found most interesting, is that it's basically every style a game can be pushed all into one game, like the stealth aspects, of hitman, enemy AI as a hitman plus call of duty game, with a level design of alien isolation, and gears of war, the hacking of watchdogs, dialogue options of Detroit become Human, and side mission and save aspect of skyrim.    Very interesting game indeed..
    What I found most interesting, is that it's basically every style a game can be pushed all into one game, like the stealth aspects, of hitman, enemy AI as a hitman plus call of duty game, with a level design of alien isolation, and gears of war, the hacking of watchdogs, dialogue options of Detroit become Human, and side mission and save aspect of skyrim.

    The game it self has many pros to it including.

    Fun story and character development.
    Weapon selection.
    I especially liked the hacking aspect of the game.
    And most of all the final boss of the game. Victor, a very good antagonist, and particularly a nasty boss to deal with.

    There's a few cons about this game, such as.

    Rushed storyline.
    The combat could be updated due to uncomfortable combat at close ranges such as, near walls, vents, and in small rooms.

    Replay value: 9/10, I'm glad there's a ng+ option

    Difficulty: 7/10 when played on normal it delivers a good enough challenge for me to enjoy.

    Overall I rate a 9/10, fun game to play, and add to my collection, would defiantly recommend.    … Expand
  62. ToddChavez
    Aug 18, 2019
    9
    Layered, intelligent, and impeccably designed, Deus Ex: Mankind Divided's gameplay rewards curiosity and creativity.
  63. themostunclean
    Aug 25, 2016
    8
    If you can't accept microtransactions in this day and age, maybe you should just quit gaming and start complaining about how the kids dress these days. They're not going anywhere and you can at least be grateful that games like this use them in an unobtrusive manner that only the laziest gamer will use. Completely unnecessary to enjoy the game and you get more than enough to make the gameIf you can't accept microtransactions in this day and age, maybe you should just quit gaming and start complaining about how the kids dress these days. They're not going anywhere and you can at least be grateful that games like this use them in an unobtrusive manner that only the laziest gamer will use. Completely unnecessary to enjoy the game and you get more than enough to make the game way too easy for free if you buy the game in like the first year it's out. People reviewing the game poorly who have obviously not played it simply for this reason just come off sounding like whiny, uninformed nitwits.

    Great game, better than the last in just about every way except the story is a bit smaller scale. Better character development and a more immersive world though. Still has some of the old frustrations too like an obtuse control scheme and some frustrating bugs that will hopefully be ironed out soon.    … Expand
  64. JJthis
    Aug 23, 2016
    5
    Microtransactions nonsense in a single player game.
    Unacceptable.
    I've been a great fan of this franchise since the start, but you've now cheapened the experience dev.
  65. catbehind
    Aug 24, 2016
    10
    very nice and well balanced game with a great sense of exploration
    so far just first day in Prague - really looking forward for what else is out there
  66. partyintheback
    Aug 24, 2016
    10
    Huge fan of Deus Ex and Deus Ex: Human Revolution here and am happy to report that Mankind Divided delivers in every single way; this is no Invisible War scenario here. The main story tackles things you'd expect from a Deus Ex game (the Illuminati and the conspiracy theories you've come to know and love the franchise for), but it also delivers in spades when it comes to side missions. I'dHuge fan of Deus Ex and Deus Ex: Human Revolution here and am happy to report that Mankind Divided delivers in every single way; this is no Invisible War scenario here. The main story tackles things you'd expect from a Deus Ex game (the Illuminati and the conspiracy theories you've come to know and love the franchise for), but it also delivers in spades when it comes to side missions. I'd argue that these side missions are on par with the quality side missions in The Witcher III and Dying Light. If you're a fan of RPGs and stealth games, Mankind Divided will have you falling head over heels in love with it. The hub world in Mankind Divided is huge, dense, and had a lot of secrets to discover. As for the gameplay, it's better than ever, and there are 4 different control options to satisfy everyone. This is a must buy game.… Expand
  67. itmo
    Sep 9, 2016
    6
    Trapped in a shoe box with very limited options. This is the feeling I get from this game. Deus Ex has zero innovation in the overall experience. The game is very short, I did all the side quests, fluffed around exploring and completed the game in 22 hours. The big issues with this game for me are, the very limited area to explore, it feels very closed off, very linear with more placesTrapped in a shoe box with very limited options. This is the feeling I get from this game. Deus Ex has zero innovation in the overall experience. The game is very short, I did all the side quests, fluffed around exploring and completed the game in 22 hours. The big issues with this game for me are, the very limited area to explore, it feels very closed off, very linear with more places that can't be explored than ones that can.

    If you have ever been to Prague there is a land mark bridge which you can see in the distance in the game but can't get to it. Where is the astronomical clock? Where is anything that would give me the feel of being in Prague? The train stations are so small and this is a Major city in Future Europe, and the train stations are so pointless, just walk around, its quicker. It just feels like a generic city that could be anywhere in Europe, and this is just lazy game design.

    The game lacks real atmosphere, I feel HR had better immersion but was way too linear. I played through on the hardest difficulty available and it was too easy, the AI are dumb and praxis kit are plentiful, so much so that I had too many augs by the end. Everything is just a little to convenient in this game, there just happens to be vents where I need to go but nowhere else, weakened walls right where I need to go, heavy boxes blocking a path, you guessed it, right where I need to go. This makes it feel like a dumbed down experience that doesn't give the player the feeling that they are finding new things in the world, it is so artificial, so closed off and makes the player experience the sense of a mouse trapped in a maze. Wait till it is about $10 as that is about all it is worth with the very poor lazygame design.    … Expand
  68. AdamJensen77
    Aug 25, 2016
    10
    Adam Jensen is back!!! Mankind Divided keeps all the things that made human revolution one of the best games of the last generation, but in a bigger and interconnected world with much more missions and better graphics.

    Please, do not listen to the sad and nostalgic guys that loved the first Deus Ex, this is the second part of a master piece and you cant miss it.
  69. Clean
    Aug 23, 2016
    9
    This game is phenomenal. There are so many reviews describing the game and its mechanics, I thought I'd take the time to show how good it is on PC.

    DE:MD is to 2016 what Crysis was to 2007. Even on lower settings, this game looks phenomenal. People are stuck in their thinking about how settings relate to graphical power - they assume that Ultra should be playable at over 60fps as long    This game is phenomenal. There are so many reviews describing the game and its mechanics, I thought I'd take the time to show how good it is on PC.

    DE:MD is to 2016 what Crysis was to 2007. Even on lower settings, this game looks phenomenal. People are stuck in their thinking about how settings relate to graphical power - they assume that Ultra should be playable at over 60fps as long as you use a top-end card. Normally, even I would expect my GTX 980 to run most games on Ultra without a problem. However, this game recommends High if you have a 4GB GTX 980 card. Not VERY High, not Ultra, just High. This has caused a lot of upset - which is fine if High looked terrible, but it doesn't. It looks better than nearly every other game out there right now.

    Those with £5000 gaming rigs are finding they can't hit a steady 60fps with everything turned up full, and it's not because the game is poorly optimised - on the contrary, compared to most other games, this game both looks and outperforms them at the right settings. It's important to remember that Ultra is not meant to be achieved by today's hardware; it is meant to be a setting that will still look good even in 5 years time, when technology has improved even further. This is a way of future-proofing this game's graphical potential for many years to come.

    So when they tell you to use High or Medium, rest assured that the game will still look amazing by today's standards, it'll just look even better compared to the advancements in a few years - games in 2021 will only then be looking as good as DE:MK does on Ultra settings. It would be no different if they simply locked the V.High and Ultra settings and unlocked them in a patch in 2019. People would think, "Wow, they made so many improvements 3 years after the game released in this patch!" when the truth would be that the improvements were always there, they just weren't available until then.

    I'm loving this game and it's a definite 9/10 for me    … Expand
  70. Thegodfatherson
    Aug 24, 2016
    10
    Looks fantastic, plays fantastic and overall feels very much like the game that we were promised in those exciting E3 gameplay trailers. Mankind Dividend is not only a very fun game but a smart and intelligent insight into a world divided by war and corporation. The combat has lots of depth and feels real, not to mention the choice of stealth and guns blazing being compounded very well.Looks fantastic, plays fantastic and overall feels very much like the game that we were promised in those exciting E3 gameplay trailers. Mankind Dividend is not only a very fun game but a smart and intelligent insight into a world divided by war and corporation. The combat has lots of depth and feels real, not to mention the choice of stealth and guns blazing being compounded very well. Graphics will melt your eyes off, and it feels like the game will blow off your console at times. It really looks and feels like Eidos put time into this game, and for me, that is more than enough to give it a purchase.… Expand
  71. Dude_Largepants
    Sep 7, 2016
    1
    I've never played a Deus Ex game until a relative for some reason thought I would enjoy it and got it for my birthday. It's awful. Unless you're an absolute fanboy, avoid this game at all cost. I started with the provided 12 minute video for some backstory and left more confused than when I started it. I heard a bunch of names, but it was obviously missing any sort of real context. That'sI've never played a Deus Ex game until a relative for some reason thought I would enjoy it and got it for my birthday. It's awful. Unless you're an absolute fanboy, avoid this game at all cost. I started with the provided 12 minute video for some backstory and left more confused than when I started it. I heard a bunch of names, but it was obviously missing any sort of real context. That's not the games fault though.

    From there I started the game on normal mode. What felt like a couple dozen cut scenes later, I was finally ready for action. Things started out ok, but then quickly fizzled. I took the stealth approach, but no matter how hard I tried, or how many steps I took to remain unseen the erratic AI would find me. Often they would ignore their cone of influence and even though the map showed them looking one way, they would see me in the other direction, even behind cover. And even when I would stealthily remove a guard from the game, he would somehow still be able to alert every available guard in the known universe to descend upon me. And when that happened, it was best to just stand still and die because no amount of stealth countermeasure would get me out of that situation. And why in the hell do the takedowns have a reload timer on them? For a cyborg, Jensen sure in limited.

    Aside from ignoring their cones, the enemies were awful looking. Zooming in for a headshot, the textures on the enemies were something I would expect to see from an early PS3 game. In fact, aside from some of the environments, the game looks terrible altogether. All of the character models and textures again look like there were just ported over from an early PS3 game. Almost as if they had this game started for a PS3 release years ago, but didn't take the time to update the graphical portion for PS4.

    Controls are horrible. I realize they may be ported over from previous games, but that doesn't excuse the poor and unfriendly placement of buttons. Any gamer knows that FPS games have a general button scheme to follow. Not here. Firing is the only normal button on the controller, everything else has been repurposed for something else entirely. I get that Jensen has a lot of augmentations, but that doesn't excuse such a sloppy execution. Things could have easily been more refined and wheel selections should have been reserved for usable powers, not weapon and consumable selection. It bogs down the flow of the game.

    The game also lacks any sort of tutorial or real explanation of anything. Upon finally finishing the first mission, I was put into my apartment with no real indication what I should be doing aside from some arbitrary waypoint marker. Picking up consumables only led to more questions because a popup told me I could craft things, but didn't explain how. I don't expect to be led, but if it's important enough to mention, I'd like to know the basics. And that's how the game continued to approach things: You can do THIS, but we won't bother you with details.

    Add to all that possibly one of the worst protagonists in the history of games. Jensen is godawful. His voice grating to say the least. He's meant to sound like some kind of brooding anti-hero badass, but he just sounds like a lifeless monotone placeholder. He sounds more like a chainsmoking 50 year old trying to talk in a nursery full of sleeping babies rather than some kind of action hero. That kind of character should be left in the PS1/PS2 era where it belongs.

    The game could be good. But it's not. It's very apparent that it's a quickly thrown together sequel to cash in on the fanboy hype and nothing more. It boils down to being a perfect hybrid of the first Mass Effect and Alpha Protocol, but it has none of the enjoyment of Mass Effect and none of the tongue-in-cheek guilty appeal of Alpha Protocol. It could have been an enjoyable future espionage game filled with intrigue and story, but ends up being a hollow, narrative heavy cash-in that leaves you wondering what the fanbase is smoking.    … Expand
  72. Crank101
    Sep 1, 2016
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. All round I felt a bit like everything was done just a bit worst than the previous installment of Deus ex.
    From stealth to combat, everything seemed not as engaging as before. The character pool (NPC's) was as shallow as a newborn baby's bath tub. Where was the intriguing characters you hated to face because of difficulty, but now the game feels empty without it. The choices I made at the split option parts of the game lead to the end of the game just being a news report of all the choices I made. I found the trip switch for the big guy at the end so even that battle was just choosing the menu option and bam the game is done. I never had a need to use any of my guns. I just used the tranquilizer pistol. I had not used any other weapon to complete the game.

    What I liked was the feel of Prague, the environment was dark and felt like the not so distant future. (Just parked cars nobody apparently drives in the future). Side missions was okay but not like in Witcher 3 were every mission felt different.

    I gave a 7 out of respect of what this game should have been.
    In reality i feel sad.    … Expand
  73. CollinsCardiff
    Sep 8, 2016
    6
    After eagerly awaiting the release this year I was left somewhat disappointed from the poor lip syncing and average graphics in the cliche introduction, to the rinse and repeat of the later missions. Although there is depth and attention to detail in the story through logs, missions etc. The story didn't actually leave me feeling the want to uncover more. Side quests felt like fillers andAfter eagerly awaiting the release this year I was left somewhat disappointed from the poor lip syncing and average graphics in the cliche introduction, to the rinse and repeat of the later missions. Although there is depth and attention to detail in the story through logs, missions etc. The story didn't actually leave me feeling the want to uncover more. Side quests felt like fillers and there was rarely any point where I felt a sense of achievement for getting from A to B, in my own style. The city hubs feel dull, lifeless and last gen. The AI is nothing special and although presented multiple options to enter / exit rooms, options still feel somewhat limited to how you have already progressed. Overall I wasn't happy with the purchase which is a shame as I did enjoy Human Revolution.… Expand
  74. bluejay3463
    Aug 24, 2016
    3
    Poor performance, 3 crashes and a game breaking bug in the first hour, terrible cover mechanics, 1-use day 1 DLC, and microtrans business practices so sleazy it makes me want to take shower.
  75. Sh8de
    Aug 24, 2016
    8
    More narrow in scope story wise but game play wise this feels a lot better than Human Revolution. The game feels familiar but new enough to where I do not feel bored. I definitely enjoy discovering new ways to tackle an objective and often play through a scenario and reload just to see how the other way will play out.
  76. jakeman25
    Aug 23, 2016
    10
    Do I wanna be robo-cop or solid snake? Answer - how about both. Deus ex: Mankind Divided is the sequel to one of my personal favorites from last-gen, set two years after Human Revolution. Starring Adam Jensen in one of the best action-rpgs of 2016. The game looks good and gives you so many options on how to approach your missions. The story is not as grand as HR but is still good, the sideDo I wanna be robo-cop or solid snake? Answer - how about both. Deus ex: Mankind Divided is the sequel to one of my personal favorites from last-gen, set two years after Human Revolution. Starring Adam Jensen in one of the best action-rpgs of 2016. The game looks good and gives you so many options on how to approach your missions. The story is not as grand as HR but is still good, the side missions are excellent, some being even better than the main story itself. I am happy with this cyber punk sequel and look forward to more Deus Ex in the future.… Expand
  77. JohnnieFinn
    Aug 23, 2016
    10
    Challenging. Layered. O the gameplay. O the setting. O the design. As good as the last one. Non-invasive micro-transactions. Great non-lethal options. Freedom to make many creative choices. Rewarding. Immersive. Complex. Captivating. Other adjectives. Corny plot. I love corny plots.
  78. Morbiddeath
    Aug 23, 2016
    10
    what a lovely game! i loved thehuman revolution a couple of years ago.the mechanics the story etc etc..and this game brings back everything again but better :)
  79. jerrymimus
    Sep 4, 2016
    2
    This is a prime example of a great game concept which has been ruined by poor execution. The story is dry and poorly concluded, the augmentations are great in theory but very lame in the game as they use too much power and you end up doing more shooting than actually using your "cool" skills. The control scheme suggested is so shocking that you can tell these guys dont know enough aboutThis is a prime example of a great game concept which has been ruined by poor execution. The story is dry and poorly concluded, the augmentations are great in theory but very lame in the game as they use too much power and you end up doing more shooting than actually using your "cool" skills. The control scheme suggested is so shocking that you can tell these guys dont know enough about gaming to suggest that. The game is overall i big dissapointment.… Expand
  80. MaximumD
    Aug 26, 2016
    9
    This game is a pretty nice follow up to one of my favorite games on the PS3. I think overall the gameplay has improved quite a bit over it's predecessor, but unfortunately I thought the story took a step back. It's just a little too ham-fisted for my tastes, but that's not to say it's very bad or anything like that. Just didn't enjoy it as much as the story in Human Revolution.

    I like    This game is a pretty nice follow up to one of my favorite games on the PS3. I think overall the gameplay has improved quite a bit over it's predecessor, but unfortunately I thought the story took a step back. It's just a little too ham-fisted for my tastes, but that's not to say it's very bad or anything like that. Just didn't enjoy it as much as the story in Human Revolution.

    I like the improvements to the AI. They seem quite more reactive and I was even surprised on the first level when I busted out my sniper for a long distance shot. The bad guy was looking in my direction. I'm so used to dumbed down AI I figured I was far enough away he wouldn't notice me despite looking right at me. However, this was not the case. He spotted me from way over on the other side of the level because of proper line of sight logic. That is refreshing to see and I wonder if the AI improves even more at a higher difficulty. That being said, stealth take-downs are still handled in the weird way from the first game where you're taken back to a 3rd person perspective for an extensive take-down scene. It's very un-stealthlike and kind of breaks the immersion factor.

    As per any AAA title, the graphics and voice work are top notch. Environments are immersive and full of details, but the levels are still kind of static like the first game. The art direction in this series is fantastic. However, the game feels too short and I see there is already talk of DLC coming out. Seems as though they left some important story moments in order to cash in on the DLC. It's unfortunate but that's the state of the industry these days. In the end though, I got what I wanted. More Deus Ex!

    If you have the patience for it though, I would wait for the inevitable complete addition which would come with the aforementioned DLC on disk at a reasonable price. I for one did not have the patience but I don't regret it since I'm thoroughly enjoying the game. Also, Breach mode is not to shabby and merits mentioning. It will extend your time with the game a little for sure. This game is solid.    … Expand
  81. AdamJensen-Aug
    Mar 26, 2017
    0
    В общем мое мнение о ДЭ, я поклонник предыдущих частей, чего стоит Deus ex: Human revolution, и могу сказать одно моих впячатленний эта игра не оправдала, она слишком мала, ооооооооооОоочень плохо оптимизированна, просто прям ПЗДЦ, плоха механика стрельбы , нет вы серьёзно. Стоит сказать что сюжет хорош, но тут же всплывает и следующий минус игры, эта непонятная мимика персонажей, а еще еёВ общем мое мнение о ДЭ, я поклонник предыдущих частей, чего стоит Deus ex: Human revolution, и могу сказать одно моих впячатленний эта игра не оправдала, она слишком мала, ооооооооооОоочень плохо оптимизированна, просто прям ПЗДЦ, плоха механика стрельбы , нет вы серьёзно. Стоит сказать что сюжет хорош, но тут же всплывает и следующий минус игры, эта непонятная мимика персонажей, а еще её плохо перевели, половина фраз на польском, все длинные слова сокращены (Аугментированные-ауги) причем всегда, субтитров нет. Но все таки продолжу сюжет игры неплохой, как я говрил раннее , миллион решений прохождений миссий, можно по стелсу, можно и через вентиляцию, мозг работает на все 150%. Кстати ПК версия оочень даже не плоха, мне очень понравилось, там стольких минусов нет, видно что разработчики больше думают о ПК игроках и это немного огорчает:(… Expand
  82. phillyjeff
    Oct 10, 2016
    8
    This game kept me entertained and that's all I really ask in any video game. I didn't use most of the augmentations; mainly stuck with the basic ones. I did encounter some frame slips; mostly in Prague though.
  83. JorisK
    Nov 7, 2016
    6
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It was enjoyable, pro's:
    - I loved the atmosphere in the game, the natural people v.s. augs in a world where the augs get discriminated constantly.
    - Graphics where fine.

    Cons:
    - Story way too short. When i look back at Human Revolution, this story including all its side-missions is at max 20% of how big HR was.
    - It would have been nice to see some old key characters in the game, like Megan Reed, Pritchard, but none of that.
    - The playfield is way too small, especially compared to HR. There's a metro/subway system that you can use to roam through the city, but the city itself is so small that the metro/subway system is completely useless, you can walk from point A to point B within 10 seconds.
    - Apart from better graphics, no real innovations have been made compared to HR. Altough I had the ability to try the new 'experimental' augs, i never really bought them as Praxis are rare to find and i had the feeling they where quite useless.

    In general, my biggest disappointment is the story and with that, it's length.    … Expand
  84. SuperkenGaming
    Sep 8, 2016
    8
    Deus Ex: Mankind Divided
    A loss of Magic
    Mankind Divided is a first person shooter slash stealth game that takes place 2 years after human revolution… If you haven’t played that game there is a recap video, but honestly human revolution is the much better game, so I’d recommend playing it first either way Very early in the game there’s a terrorist bombing.. You spend the rest of the    Deus Ex: Mankind Divided
    A loss of Magic
    Mankind Divided is a first person shooter slash stealth game that takes place 2 years after human revolution…
    If you haven’t played that game there is a recap video, but honestly human revolution is the much better game, so I’d recommend playing it first either way
    Very early in the game there’s a terrorist bombing.. You spend the rest of the game trying to get to the bottom of this and prevent future terror attacks…
    To bring peace to the division of augs and naturals
    this bombing though messes with your gear...
    You go get it fixed and it’s discovered that you’ve had more cool gadgets under the hood that you didn’t know about…
    These new added abilities are awesome, but they come at a price...
    Too many active will cause over heating, so you have to pick and choose... activate 1 and deactivate another... and much like every other ability and upgrade in the game you have to spend praxis points which are awarded by leveling up in game or by straight up buying…
    The microtransactions are buried, but there for those that want to max Jensen out early on…
    This is still Deus Ex… theres 17 main story missions and 12 side missions…
    The main story alone takes about 8 hours to complete… And while I personally found the story here much more intriguing than human revolution… The gameplay overall is miles worse...
    There is absolutely no depth here that made human revolution such a magic experience...
    The world here isn’t alive…
    Dialog choices seem to hold no weight, and the worst offense of all is that all sense of freedom from the past game has been removed…
    I’m a very aggressive player... and while yes, you can definitely play this game like a first person shooter…
    The game is almost designed completely against you…
    This time around instead of levels being designed for drop of a dime change of plan like getting detected.. It clearly wants you to try your hardest to sneak around…
    This is apparent with how quickly your energy drains when you use a perk…
    Your awesome new armor, or going invisible, lasts for a good half a second before your energy runs out... and theres hardly any biocells laying around or crafting parts to make one on the fly.. Making the system feel nearly useless for anything other than take downs…
    The game wants you crawling through vents instead of using all of the cool toys…
    There are also so many road blocks here that didn’t exist at all in the past game…
    In human revolution you could beat the entire game with only level 1 hacking as the game kept the hacking of story related doors simple…
    Here, they force you to pour your upgrades into hacking with level 2 and 3 locked doors after locked doors…
    Almost in a way encouraging those micro transactions for more skill points to pour there if you’ve ignored it, or to pour them into skills that actually compliment your playstyle…
    There’s also really no cool open areas…
    The game from start to finish feels like you’re walking around hotels… going from room to room…
    There is no attention to detail here…
    At least not up to the standard other deus ex games have created…
    This feels almost like ubisoft annual spin off title than a proper sequel…
    The story kept me going, and this is still a good game if you ignore the fact it’s supposed to be a deus ex game…
    Deus ex, isn’t hacking and augmented abilities…
    It’s a deep and detailed world… which is completely lacking…
    A surprise and welcomed addition this time around is a very cool breach mode which acts as a puzzle platformer, where you work with a hacking group to collect data…
    You run around using the same skills you do in the main game and also unlocks new skills and weapons as you progress through each increasingly tougher level…
    Definitely some brain teasers here and I enjoyed this much more than I thought I would…
    It’s almost a bonus game in itself
    All in All Mankind Divided is a decent game fans will play and at least mildly enjoy either way... It just doesn’t live up to its series standard and not something I could recommend for anyone that isn’t already a fan…
    I give Deus Ex: Mankind Divided
    a 7.5/10    … Expand
  85. cadash06
    Sep 5, 2016
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Much Better than the First one, Graphics , gameplay, story , and characters ( especially Adam Jensen with his personality better explored). This is a game where curious and creative players will feel at home. Do you need to go through a room full of enemies? Go to the closest air duct... if you can't reach it, MAKE A cardboard boxes ladder , OR if you have adequate augmentation put a refrigerator next to it... OR just hack the closest door, or hack some assassin drone and let it do your job. NO? Then just be a cyberninja and kill all the enemies before they know it... too difficult? Then just shoot everyone. I am waiting for some DLCs !!… Expand
  86. VeniPewPew
    Sep 5, 2016
    9
    Gameplay -- 9.5/10. Though I played it pretty much only with batman vision and dash abilities, so always-low-energy wasn't a problem for me. For more action-oriented walkthrough it might be an issue, but I really had a blast. Mechanics are solid, level design is great, I definitely enjoyed it.
    Story -- 6/10. It lacks both in story and delivery. The whole thing feels pretty underwhelming.    Gameplay -- 9.5/10. Though I played it pretty much only with batman vision and dash abilities, so always-low-energy wasn't a problem for me. For more action-oriented walkthrough it might be an issue, but I really had a blast. Mechanics are solid, level design is great, I definitely enjoyed it.
    Story -- 6/10. It lacks both in story and delivery. The whole thing feels pretty underwhelming. I would love it as dlc or smth, but I want globe-scale conspiracies and confrontation with real bad guys in my Deus Ex, not... this. Ending comes right out of the blue and you're just sitting there thinking: "Whoa, that's... that's it?". Also, the storytelling is weird: characters that are important are never introduced, a miriad details you can only guess, the overall feel like you've started playing someone else's save from the middle.
    Overall I had a great time, I just wish I had more of the actual story, and higher stakes conflict.    … Expand
  87. TheDarkAssassin
    Sep 9, 2016
    8
    I just recently beat Deus Ex Mankind Divided, and first and foremost, I loved it. Yes, there were things about the game I didn't like, but overall, it was a pretty positive experience. First and foremost, the game has A LOT of content which I feel we don't get much anymore from games nowadays. Everywhere I went in the game, there was almost always a side mission or place to loot, soI just recently beat Deus Ex Mankind Divided, and first and foremost, I loved it. Yes, there were things about the game I didn't like, but overall, it was a pretty positive experience. First and foremost, the game has A LOT of content which I feel we don't get much anymore from games nowadays. Everywhere I went in the game, there was almost always a side mission or place to loot, so Mankind Divided definitely delivered on the amount of content. I really love the fact that you have so many different ways to do things, and of course you can either go stealthy or loud. The dialogue in the game makes sense and actually has a lasting effect on the story and NPCs, versus other games (like Fallout 4 in my opinion) that did not. I like the array of augmentations for Adam, and the gunplay felt smooth as well. I thought the main story was very interesting, but on a negative note, felt that it could of been developed a bit more. When I finished the game, I felt disappointed because I felt that that it ended very abruptly, and so I definitely feel they could have expanded on the main story more. I also did not like the main/final boss. In fact, it didn't even feel like a boss fight, but rather a fight with just a slightly stronger "normal" enemy. It wasn't very challenging or fun, and I didn't get that satisfaction from beating a boss when it was over. The game also did have some framerate drops here and there, but nothing too significant in my experience (I did play the game on the PS4). I don't know how Mankind Divided compares to Human Revolution, since I didn't play the previous game, but in my opinion, I thought Mankind Divided was a pretty good game, and compared to some other games that have come out recently, is definitely worth it.… Expand
  88. evOlvedParasite
    Sep 1, 2016
    5
    I have never played Deus Ex Human Revolution but after reading up on the story I was excited to get my hands on Mankind Divided. Unfortunately I am very disappointed with this game.
    First I will start with the positives of the game. The first few hours of the game are excellent, lots of fun learning how the game is best played (stealth). People who are use to playing stealth will feel    I have never played Deus Ex Human Revolution but after reading up on the story I was excited to get my hands on Mankind Divided. Unfortunately I am very disappointed with this game.
    First I will start with the positives of the game. The first few hours of the game are excellent, lots of fun learning how the game is best played (stealth). People who are use to playing stealth will feel like a stealth god easily finding shortcuts and taking out foes with the overpowered augmentations. And that's it for positives, yes there is not many.
    Now for negatives and there is a lot. The gameplay and mechanics to me seem old and outdated, nothing new, just the same old. The environment design seems lazy and boring, lacks immersion, boring npc's and story characters. Going full stealth in this game makes the game way to easy.
    The enemy AI is awful, really awful. For example there is a boss fight and all I did was hide on the other side of a wall I smashed. I would crouch right in front of the boss and he couldn't see me, wow did it make that fight easy. But the most worst thing this game did was the story. What a awful ending. The way it ended made the game feel very short, like this game was suppose to be an expansion for Human Revolution. The Witcher 3 Blood and Wine expansion had way more meaningful content than this full priced game.
    So in summary I give this game a 5/10 (average). Its definitely not worth the full price amount. I would say to most gamers to wait for while when the price drops by half, but by then with all the other games coming out in the last quarter this game is going to forgettable.    … Expand
  89. SonicClancy
    Oct 19, 2016
    8
    +Great for stealth
    +Amazing augmentations
    +Exploration is rewarding
    +CIty is well-realised and quite beautiful graphic

    -Just 'one' boss
    -Some mistake designs

    It's great RPG and sleath game, but it could have been better and longer than original.
  90. ourtimehascome
    Dec 18, 2016
    7
    Deus Ex: Mankind Divided suffers from a short story. The game's hub world in Prague is visited more than once, and each time the player will notice how devoid of ideas the game actually has. When the game works, it works very well. The stealth gameplay is spectacular, and the exploration is satisfying. But then the game ends before it even has time to begin. One boss fight and you're leftDeus Ex: Mankind Divided suffers from a short story. The game's hub world in Prague is visited more than once, and each time the player will notice how devoid of ideas the game actually has. When the game works, it works very well. The stealth gameplay is spectacular, and the exploration is satisfying. But then the game ends before it even has time to begin. One boss fight and you're left having to start over again. It's clear Mankind Divided was made to sell DLC. It's unfortunate considering how well received and innovative the previous game (Deus Ex: Human Revolution) was.… Expand
  91. meecrobhead
    Aug 24, 2016
    10
    Maybe my game of the year. Its complex, nice stealth mechanics. Augmentations are fun, interesting story. Awesome cyberpunk universum. Beautiful soundtrack. And Adam Jensen is one badassmo......er. Its addictive. I forget my time when i play it. I feel like im in prague when i play it.

    The voice acting and synchronisation (in german) is not the best. The only negative i have to say.    Maybe my game of the year. Its complex, nice stealth mechanics. Augmentations are fun, interesting story. Awesome cyberpunk universum. Beautiful soundtrack. And Adam Jensen is one badassmo......er. Its addictive. I forget my time when i play it. I feel like im in prague when i play it.

    The voice acting and synchronisation (in german) is not the best. The only negative i have to say.

    Great job from the Developers. Doing a better game than Human revolution ?! Thats good    … Expand
  92. bryan016
    Aug 27, 2016
    6
    Deus Ex: Mankind Divided is a game that looks good and has solid game play. The only issue I have with the game is the story. I"m not saying the game has a bad story, I actually like the whole conspiracy and the bias towards augs going on. It's unique and interesting.
    However, by the time I finished the game I was only left wanting more and thinking this can't be over! The game felt short    Deus Ex: Mankind Divided is a game that looks good and has solid game play. The only issue I have with the game is the story. I"m not saying the game has a bad story, I actually like the whole conspiracy and the bias towards augs going on. It's unique and interesting.
    However, by the time I finished the game I was only left wanting more and thinking this can't be over! The game felt short to me and even though I had over 15 hours invested because I did all of missions, side quests, etc. it became really repetitive doing the same thing over and over again. It's a shame really because the first few hours are really great but then the story just flattens out and the ending just seems like it wasn't finished or was cut to sell us back in some DLC package. Why are some developers doing this? The game also leaves more plot holes than it answers.
    Back to the Withcer 3, at least that game is nice to look at and has an amazing story that is complete start to finish!!

    Quick note, the music in this game is really great, it's a shame that the developers didn't spend more time on making the world seem more alive and interactive.    … Expand
  93. mikepatyaev
    Oct 6, 2016
    7
    That crook Sean Murray should take notes, THIS is how you create and market a game. Everything that was advertised is here and then some! The action sequences are phenomenal and the combat feels perfect whether you're playing the game stealth or going in guns blazing. It's been a terrible last six months for game and Deus Ex has broken the drought!
  94. Centi
    Aug 25, 2016
    3
    Just screams consoleport. Alot of bugs, getting stuck in doorways, can't go over low edges like curbs when crouched, not climbing when prompted to. Crashed once with a high-end computer, lackluster plot
  95. stupiddog1979
    Aug 28, 2016
    1
    Warning: Customer rip-off with in-game purchases. If you thought that paying the premium price for this game was enough, think again. Time and again, the game tries to bully you into purchasing additional in-game currency to "improve" your experience (read: you grind, or you pay to win). Ubisoft tried this with AC Unity, and got themselves a bloody nose. If the game would be €10; I wouldWarning: Customer rip-off with in-game purchases. If you thought that paying the premium price for this game was enough, think again. Time and again, the game tries to bully you into purchasing additional in-game currency to "improve" your experience (read: you grind, or you pay to win). Ubisoft tried this with AC Unity, and got themselves a bloody nose. If the game would be €10; I would be fine with that, but that is not the case here.… Expand
  96. fallouts
    Sep 29, 2016
    0
    Deus ex MD in a nutshell:
    A.J. : Ok...I'm going after the real enemy now guys!
    THE END.
    WTF?
    One time use DLC with seasonal pass.
    Free DLC requires an account to be made with SE and is one time use.
    Never buying from Edios after 2 abominations in a row.
  97. MrPibb
    Aug 30, 2016
    9
    This game is great, it is a lot like the original deus ex in terms of gameplay, only the main quest is much shorter, and the scale of the world smaller. Get this game if you're a fan of deus ex - there is many ways to play through the game and lots of things you may miss on your first run, which gives it some nice replay value. It took me about 24hr to complete first playthrough withThis game is great, it is a lot like the original deus ex in terms of gameplay, only the main quest is much shorter, and the scale of the world smaller. Get this game if you're a fan of deus ex - there is many ways to play through the game and lots of things you may miss on your first run, which gives it some nice replay value. It took me about 24hr to complete first playthrough with all sidequests, and around 5hr to complete NG+ runs of just the main story for the achievements.

    Yes there is a cash shop, but it is for the breach mode, which is a game mode designed for people who like online leaderboards, and does not negatively affect the campaign at all. In fact you can earn items like piraxis just for playing breach, and then carry them over to your inventory in the campaign. I have only played the breach for about 30mins, I would say it's a decent mode, with a nice concept, but can be completely ignored.    … Expand
  98. ShaweeMarShal
    Oct 5, 2016
    7
    Great gameplay, Great game and level design.. but the storyline... I felt like too much was cut from the game to DLC.. This great game was strip down, and what's left is good, very good.. but the is just too small content, where is the story??!
  99. superfuntranny
    Aug 28, 2016
    10
    Fun, engaging and lengthy. Deus Ex Mankind divided is the best RPG in a long while. Best part was the varied and interesting side quests. They have meaningful choices that you can lose yourself in for hours.
  100. thedigitalwolf
    Aug 25, 2016
    10
    They really delivered the goods with this one. Deus Ex was my favorite game in the whole world when I was just a kid, and I couldn't help but be a little disappointed with some of the facets of HR. That said, from my perspective, the developers have, in Mankind Divided, flawlessly merged present-gen resources with a style of gameplay and atmosphere that really, honestly does approach theThey really delivered the goods with this one. Deus Ex was my favorite game in the whole world when I was just a kid, and I couldn't help but be a little disappointed with some of the facets of HR. That said, from my perspective, the developers have, in Mankind Divided, flawlessly merged present-gen resources with a style of gameplay and atmosphere that really, honestly does approach the level of perfection that the original game manifested way back when it came out. I mean, I can't say enough good things about this game. It's beautiful. It's rich and immersive. One of my favorite things is the way they weave themes and characters from the original game into this prequel. They did an impressive job paying homage and interweaving the narratives between games. It would be interesting to see what the developers might be able to come up with next if they were to look at creating another sequel that, maybe say, coincides and overlaps with the timeline and events of the original game? Or maybe another prequel that occurs only *just* before the Deus Ex narrative? Or, maybe even better, a prequel to Invisible War? Something five or fifteen years after the Collapse, with the arcologies maybe having been only just finished, and with universal ammo not having been invented quite yet (lol)? So many possibilities.… Expand
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 59 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 53 out of 59
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 59
  3. Negative: 0 out of 59
  1. Easy Allies
    Dec 1, 2016
    90
    Mankind Divided isn't quite the Deus Ex game of our dreams, but it's a strong step in that direction. There's a high emphasis on choice and experimentation, killer side quests, and dense, detailed levels that are a joy to explore. With momentum pushing towards the next chapter in the story, here's to hoping it won't be another five years before we see Adam Jensen again.
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  2. GameOver.gr
    Oct 21, 2016
    90
    Mankind Divided continues the legacy of its predecessors with a high quality experience on all fronts. It may have an underwhelming ending but nevertheless it provides engaging gameplay with either a stealthy or all-guns blazing approach, it provides a beautiful and detailed Prague and it manages to maturely project the prevalent racists issues of our society to its dystopian world.
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  3. Gamers' Temple
    Oct 12, 2016
    91
    Mankind Divided takes all the great ideas from Human Revolution and adds to them, making it just as good as the prior Deus Ex.
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