Scars Above

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  • Summary: Something strange has entered Earth's orbit; an object alien and unknowable, made out of matter that seems not to obey the laws of physics - the Metahedron. As a part of a hastily gathered group of astronauts and scientists sent off to explore it, your fate takes a jarring turn as you awakenSomething strange has entered Earth's orbit; an object alien and unknowable, made out of matter that seems not to obey the laws of physics - the Metahedron. As a part of a hastily gathered group of astronauts and scientists sent off to explore it, your fate takes a jarring turn as you awaken in another world - dazed, alone on an alien planet... but determined to stay alive. Scars Above is a challenging, immersive third-person shooter inspired by modern type action-adventure games. It takes the genre staples, such as the rewarding feeling of overcoming difficulty, and combines it with a compelling and intricate story, meticulous and lavish world design, and a living, breathing ecosystem to explore and endure.

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Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 19
  2. Mixed: 12 out of 19
  3. Negative: 1 out of 19
  1. XboxEra
    Feb 28, 2023
    86
    Scars Above is a good-looking cinematic third person action game with engaging combat, a cool if not particularly original plot narrated via some rather average characters in excellent and exciting locations. As an “AA” release, it cuts some corners compared to the behemoths of the genre to make ends meet, but the end credits roll on a satisfying note before the game’s formula and ideas could become boring or repetitive. Mad Head Games’ first foray into the cinematic third person games doesn’t try to reinvent the formula, yet offers an engaging, memorable and atmospheric adventure that I can wholeheartedly recommend to any fan of the genre who’s able to appreciate the game’s relatively limited scope.
  2. TheXboxHub
    Feb 28, 2023
    80
    Scars Above is a challenging game that has a lot to offer, with a price that fits its ambition. The story is original and there’s some good space drama going on.
  3. Generación Xbox
    Feb 28, 2023
    78
    A good proposal that mixes several elements of different generosity to create its own identity, but fails in its graphic section.
  4. Eurogamer Poland
    Feb 28, 2023
    70
    Scars Above is heavily inspired by classic works of pop culture: pioneering sci-fi cinema and cult video games. The story is decent and the world is rich, but all of that is spoiled a bit by poorly thought-out gameplay systems.
  5. Xbox Achievements
    Feb 28, 2023
    70
    A perfectly decent chunk of linear extra-terrestrial shooting, with a sprinkling of mild Soulslike elements, nice puzzles, and plenty of exploration, Scars Above is a double-A budget game that's worth a look.
  6. GGRecon
    Feb 28, 2023
    70
    In years to come, Scars Above may be the sort of game you find in a “games you missed” list, or ones that deserve more attention. It’s rough around the edge, isn’t the prettiest, and doesn’t reinvent the gaming wheel, but what it does deliver is an enjoyable sci-fi romp that may gain a cult classic status one day.
  7. Game Rant
    Feb 28, 2023
    20
    Unless one is really desperate to unlock a bunch of easy achievements, there is no real reason to play Scars Above. It's like a video game rough draft. Some games have been accused of being half-baked, but Scars Above is like raw dough. It has some interesting concepts and weapons, but it never grows into anything resembling a full-fledged gaming experience. Its budget price of $40 is still asking way too much, even for the most diehard third-person shooter enthusiasts. Scars Above may mimic games like Returnal and Dark Souls, but it is highly unlikely to please fans of either game.

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  1. Positive: 1 out of 3
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 3
  3. Negative: 1 out of 3
  1. NickREvil
    Apr 27, 2023
    10
    O game está rodando muito bem no Xbox séries X cravado a 60fps . A ambientação, gráficos estão lindos, A gameplay e luta contra os bosses sãoO game está rodando muito bem no Xbox séries X cravado a 60fps . A ambientação, gráficos estão lindos, A gameplay e luta contra os bosses são os destaques. Recomendo.… Expand
  2. aliasyvan
    Apr 10, 2023
    7
    Scars Above aurait pu être un grand jeu s'il avait eu plus de moyens dédiés. Le gameplay est très correct, l'histoire est très prenante mêmeScars Above aurait pu être un grand jeu s'il avait eu plus de moyens dédiés. Le gameplay est très correct, l'histoire est très prenante même si classique. Les influences d'autres jeux sont très présentes : The Gunk, Mass Effect, etc. On passe un vrai bon moment. Quelques **** soucis techniques sur les cuts-scenes (Xbox Series X) n'entravent pas mon impression générale sur ce titre.… Expand
  4. Legendb2015
    Mar 31, 2023
    0
    I used to have this game, Scars Above Digital Edition on Xbox, until Xbox banned my whole gamertag 15+ year old account with over $10k inI used to have this game, Scars Above Digital Edition on Xbox, until Xbox banned my whole gamertag 15+ year old account with over $10k in digital games, movies, tv series, dlc all for something I posted in a GAME REVIEW yet they cant quote me as to what exactly I said and respond to my BBB complaint with "we have no obligation to provide evidence" when I violate their fragile "TOS". The multi-billion dollar business has no obligation to provide valid evidence for something so permanent as a PERMAMENT SUSPENSION FROM ACCESSING ANY OF YOUR PAID FOR CONTENT ON THEIR SYSTEM?!?! The thing is...you CANT leave any real hateful comments and cuss words in reviews or XBOX doesn't even even save them, just blanks it out like you didn't type anything at all. Also I would've never said anything that warrants this kind of permament suspension, at worst I was talking crap on EAs Sims 4 predatory gaming practices of cutting a main game up and selling it to you in 20-$40 "game & expansion packs". So the suspension is complete BS, groups of circle jerks can get together and report something you typed as offensive and it auto-bans you and some lame gamer on a power-trip volunteering for their "ambassador" program (more circle jerks with fragile egos) reviews the ban and appeal. Boycott Xbox, they don't deserve your money with their "woke" parenting of even the lamest of things like GAME REVIEWS. I literally cant even sign into my account to access offline content, its ALL GONE thanks to an Abusive system MS lets auto-handle, the first miss steps of "AI". Buyers BEWARE.… Expand

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