Deathloop

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  • Summary: If at first you don't succeed Die, Die Again. From the team at Arkane Lyon comes an innovative take on first-person action. "DEATHLOOP" transports players to the lawless island of Blackreef in an eternal struggle between two extraordinary assassins. Explore stunning environments andIf at first you don't succeed Die, Die Again. From the team at Arkane Lyon comes an innovative take on first-person action. "DEATHLOOP" transports players to the lawless island of Blackreef in an eternal struggle between two extraordinary assassins. Explore stunning environments and meticulously designed levels in an immersive gameplay experience that lets you approach every situation any way you like. Hunt down targets all over the island in an effort to put an end to the cycle once and for all, and remember, if at first you don't succeed die, die again.… Expand
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 100 out of 109
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 109
  3. Negative: 0 out of 109
  1. PlayStation Universe
    Sep 13, 2021
    100
    Deathloop is not only one of the most conceptually ambitious and well executed games ever made, but Arkane's PlayStation swansong also has a boundless energy and ingenuity that no other game can match. Quite simply, Deathloop is an unparalleled synergy of first-person shooter design, explorative bliss and narrative complexity that we likely won't see again for a very, very long time.
  2. GamesBeat
    Sep 21, 2021
    100
    Deathloop is one of the best games of the year — at least from what I’ve played so far. And I say that as someone who has previously recognized the quality of Arkane games while struggling to enjoy them. But with this game, French team Arkane Lyon used some smart tricks to amplify its strengths. And the result is a special experience that has broader appeal than some other Arkane projects.
  3. Shacknews
    Sep 13, 2021
    90
    Mixing stealth, weighty gunplay, supernatural powers, and play-your-way weapons and gadgets, Deathloop is a greatest-hits amalgam of Arkane style with a splash of grindhouse grittiness and a satisfying murder puzzle narrative to put it apart from anything that has come before.
  4. The Loadout
    Oct 29, 2021
    90
    Deathloop is Arkane at its best, combining its system-driven immersive-sim gameplay with a unique and fascinating story set-up. Excellent presentation and style, along with fantastic dialogue and character performances makes Deathloop one of the most innovative games in years and a valuable PS5 exclusive.
  5. Worth Playing
    Sep 14, 2021
    85
    Deathloop is an engaging and enjoyable game that manages to capture the feel of Dishonored in a more fast-paced adventure. The unique setting and engaging concept carry the game through the repetitive nature of the gameplay. The multiplayer at the center of the story is more of a mixed bag but still intriguing enough to be memorable. Some annoying bugs drag down the experience. If you liked Dishonored but wished it were less about stealth and more about blowing things up, then Deathloop is the game for you. Just be prepared to die again and again.
  6. PlayStation Country
    Sep 27, 2021
    80
    Deathloop offers a fun, time bending romp. The story is intriguing and the characters, butterfly effects and abilities are the strong points only hampered by a lot of repetition and the odd technical hitch.
  7. Gamers Heroes
    Sep 13, 2021
    60
    Deathloop is in a weird spot. It isn't as good as Dishonored, but I also don't expect to see another game in the series. If you want to support the studio or need a Dishonored fix, this will help...but honestly, the game isn't that fun.

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  1. Positive: 311 out of 565
  2. Mixed: 112 out of 565
  3. Negative: 142 out of 565
  1. skmoyer
    Sep 18, 2021
    10
    Great game and arkanes best. If you like fun fps single player with stealth and interesting level design then this is for you. This is notGreat game and arkanes best. If you like fun fps single player with stealth and interesting level design then this is for you. This is not call of duty tho.… Expand
  2. Papadozz
    Sep 18, 2021
    10
    This game is amazing ,arkane you did it again I think who live dishonored will love deahloop
  4. ett526
    Sep 15, 2021
    10
    Awesome game! Very unique if you like the Hitman/Dishonored games and detective stories with sci-fi elements you will love this game.
  5. Arthurcnog
    Dec 22, 2021
    8
    Genuinely fun game with lots of ideas to test and some intricate exploring that brings Blackreef to life. The story at first feels massive andGenuinely fun game with lots of ideas to test and some intricate exploring that brings Blackreef to life. The story at first feels massive and overwhelming but you soon find out that it is just a linear plot divided in sections. The online mode is kind of a joke since you will wait for about half an hour to play someone who can just quit in the middle of it. I think that the game shines most while you are just trying the different possible builds on the poor NPCs.… Expand
  6. Nicc_cc
    Sep 23, 2021
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Having come from pc gaming to a ps5, the FOV and lack of an FOV slider that is present on other ps5 games is the only frustrating thing. It takes a minute to get used to it, and it's a LOT of systems, "quests" and the day part system treating 4 levels like 16, it's VERY over whelming. But when it clicks, it clicks like a helicopter seatbelt. It's fantastic if you don't mind just exploring and looking for your objective. There is a definitive way to best the game, but there are optional ways to kill the visionaries early or in a different order to trigger different events. Its not the most complicated part of the clock but that cog fits well. It's fantastic in derailing the player and telling them to figure it out.

    It is VERY over hyped. The beginning being so confusing turned me away a lot, and the very underwhelming ending felt like it didn't pay off to grind the same day part or level over and over again to chip away at a certain quest line. But in the middle, there is a decent game to just get lost in and have some fun. Wait for a sale    … Expand
  7. Turdfeguson
    Sep 17, 2021
    5
    Fun game with a complex premise. 10/10 level design, voice acting, artwork, and gunplay.
  8. Daveoh
    Nov 13, 2021
    0
    It's currently unplayable due to a bug where you cannot exit the menu. I'm waiting for a patch to fix it before playing any further. I suggestIt's currently unplayable due to a bug where you cannot exit the menu. I'm waiting for a patch to fix it before playing any further. I suggest others don't buy the game until it is fixed.… Expand

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