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  1. Feb 27, 2019
    10
    Игра не без технических минусов, но и низких оценок совершенно не заслуживает.
    В ней очень много лора и сюжета, город со временем меняется, разговаривать с НПС приятно и весело.
    Играется бодро и динамично, и мне за 50 часов ни капли не надоело.
    Игра не без технических минусов, но и низких оценок совершенно не заслуживает.
    В ней очень много лора и сюжета, город со временем меняется, разговаривать с НПС приятно и весело.
    Играется бодро и динамично, и мне за 50 часов ни капли не надоело.
  2. Feb 28, 2019
    10
    Don't think these super low ratings are fair or accurate so to compensate I'll give super high. Still an 8-9 no matter what. After the Patch the game hasn't bugged out or crashed once for me. The world is stunning, combat is very responsive and the mix of matching random teams and Solo play is really well done and fun. I like playing Solo but the teams I matched up with were tons of funDon't think these super low ratings are fair or accurate so to compensate I'll give super high. Still an 8-9 no matter what. After the Patch the game hasn't bugged out or crashed once for me. The world is stunning, combat is very responsive and the mix of matching random teams and Solo play is really well done and fun. I like playing Solo but the teams I matched up with were tons of fun also shows how important teamwork is in this game. Fighting tougher enemies I was Thank-full for Drop-Ins to help out even on my Solo runs. It's a very Cooperative game design. No communication on these random Team missions means you have to pay attention to get some solid combo's but that is my only gripe with those. The quests are fun, the lore is interesting and the graphics are incredible. Loot isn't a concern for me but yes, it isn't stellar. Combat is really interesting with the flight/hover ability giving you an edge on taking the environment into account. The game has tons of potential for growth and I am waiting to see where Bioware will take this game. Expand
  3. Feb 25, 2019
    10
    The game is amazing all the bad reviews are people who haven't played it (or only played the demo). I'd just like BioWare to admit that this was intended as a single player game but EA insisted that it be an MMO.
  4. Feb 25, 2019
    10
    Что могу сказать! Для меня это лучшее что выходило за последнее время! Шикарный сюжет, тонны качественных диалогов. В этом форте хочется жить, интересно узнавать истории других людей, смотреть как форт изменяется с каждым разом. Сам Бастион шикарен, иногда такие пейзажи встречаешь что сложно оторвать взгляд. Управление и стрельба в игре сделаны на высоте. Ощущение от полетов на джевелинеЧто могу сказать! Для меня это лучшее что выходило за последнее время! Шикарный сюжет, тонны качественных диалогов. В этом форте хочется жить, интересно узнавать истории других людей, смотреть как форт изменяется с каждым разом. Сам Бастион шикарен, иногда такие пейзажи встречаешь что сложно оторвать взгляд. Управление и стрельба в игре сделаны на высоте. Ощущение от полетов на джевелине просто шикарные. А контент.. .Его завезут, со временем, хотя и сейчас в игре есть чем заняться. Спасибо BioWare за шикарную игру. Купил максимальное издание! 10 из 10 на кончиках пальцев. Expand
  5. Feb 25, 2019
    10
    Para mi gusto un juego de 10 el tiempo me pasa volando en este hermoso juego creado con muchos detalles
  6. Feb 27, 2019
    9
    I have been playing Anthem on the PS4. It has been great and I am really enjoying the experience. Is it perfect no. My biggest complaint is you cannot ping the map on free play. The longest load screen I experienced was under 1 min and I get the odd disconnect. Strongholds are fun and yeah they can be difficult but I enjoy that. As far as the loot every strong we did we all got at least 1I have been playing Anthem on the PS4. It has been great and I am really enjoying the experience. Is it perfect no. My biggest complaint is you cannot ping the map on free play. The longest load screen I experienced was under 1 min and I get the odd disconnect. Strongholds are fun and yeah they can be difficult but I enjoy that. As far as the loot every strong we did we all got at least 1 masterwork's

    I don't understand all the hate this game is getting I really think it's EA. Don't get me wrong EA deserves it and hopefully they learn from this. But I have never had a online game, MMO work flawlessly at launch.
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  7. Feb 27, 2019
    10
    I guess we all can agree that Anthem has issues... but in it's core, it's actually a real gem. I like this the game. The potential of this game for the future is enormous... time will tell what Anthem grows into...
  8. Feb 25, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I really like the game, I never thought I'd enjoy fighting so much, but there you have it. I've been experiencing with only one javelin (Storm) and it's amazingly fun. How is it that some people give 0 is beyond comprehension. Expand
  9. Feb 26, 2019
    10
    Eu to curtindo demais o jogo. Tem uma variedade incrível de armas e inimigos ... Parabéns Bioware e EA.
  10. Feb 25, 2019
    10
    It really is a fun game with a great concept. A unique style of gameplay that grabbed my attention right away.
  11. Feb 25, 2019
    10
    I have quite literally done nothing in my spare time except play Anthem since its launch. I found the characters sincere and lovable, sometimes they got a little corny, but even that was endearing. The story was compelling—I laughed (a lot!), I got chills a couple times, I even cried. The end of the Critical Path came out of left field and I loved it. The movement and combat are quiteI have quite literally done nothing in my spare time except play Anthem since its launch. I found the characters sincere and lovable, sometimes they got a little corny, but even that was endearing. The story was compelling—I laughed (a lot!), I got chills a couple times, I even cried. The end of the Critical Path came out of left field and I loved it. The movement and combat are quite honestly the most satisfying in a game I’ve ever experienced. While out exploring the world, I’ve found three separate instances where it’s obvious they have planned DLC ready to open up should Anthem do well. I acknowledge there have been a few kinks in the system due to releasing the game a month or two before it was actually ready for lunch, but this is an industry wide problem. It seems like Anthem is the straw that broke the camels back for a lot of people, causing the unwarranted extreme negative opinions. Give it a shot, download the demo. The demo barely touches on what you can do, but it was enough to convince me. Expand
  12. Feb 26, 2019
    10
    Great game. Don't understand all the hate. Gorgeous graphics. Great dubbing and mimicry of characters, you can fall in love with every single one. All cutscenes are awesome and I love to watch them. Gameplay is also awesome. Don't mansion flying :D
  13. Feb 26, 2019
    10
    When I first pre-ordered Anthem, my purpose was to support BioWare. I actually expected that I would hate the game only because I did not like multiplayer games. for that reason, I was pleasantly surprised when I found myself falling in love with it. The world is beautiful, the play mechanics are incredible and even addictive, and the story, although substandard to what I am used to in aWhen I first pre-ordered Anthem, my purpose was to support BioWare. I actually expected that I would hate the game only because I did not like multiplayer games. for that reason, I was pleasantly surprised when I found myself falling in love with it. The world is beautiful, the play mechanics are incredible and even addictive, and the story, although substandard to what I am used to in a traditional BioWare game, is engaging well designed for a game of this genre. I honestly can't wait for all the extra content and continued story to come. Expand
  14. Feb 26, 2019
    10
    Don't know why all the hate, sure it has bugs that should have been fixed before its release but the game offers so much fun even with that, i love the story and the charismatic characters in it.
  15. Feb 26, 2019
    10
    People give a bad rating to the game, without having bought it, all because it is marked EA on the box. Sad world. The game has great potential, and BioWare has a crazy job to improve the experience and fix the bugs. The studio is totally listening to the players, and I can not wait to see the game evolve over the months.
  16. Feb 27, 2019
    8
    All in all the game is not bad, at all. I find it to be rather enjoyable, yeah it has it's issues but hey what game doesn't. My game inventory is rather extensive and out of over 300 plus games this is one of my top 15 favorite co op games. Give it time people, and enjoy it for what it is. if you have a problem with it make a damn game yourself!

    Oh yeah and i'm pretty sure those
    All in all the game is not bad, at all. I find it to be rather enjoyable, yeah it has it's issues but hey what game doesn't. My game inventory is rather extensive and out of over 300 plus games this is one of my top 15 favorite co op games. Give it time people, and enjoy it for what it is. if you have a problem with it make a damn game yourself!

    Oh yeah and i'm pretty sure those reading this comment have actually wasted their money on stupid ish anyways so what's another 60$
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  17. Feb 27, 2019
    8
    HIGHLY RECOMMEND

    I really love the combat made for the game. The shooting, abilities and different javelins are really fun to mess around with. The story definitely CAN be improved, but I think that the story doesn't mean as much to me as the combat. there are some technical issues I've experienced and server issues, but not enough to say the game is bad. I see people saying that their
    HIGHLY RECOMMEND

    I really love the combat made for the game. The shooting, abilities and different javelins are really fun to mess around with. The story definitely CAN be improved, but I think that the story doesn't mean as much to me as the combat. there are some technical issues I've experienced and server issues, but not enough to say the game is bad. I see people saying that their game crashes and will disconnect them from servers, but in 20 hours, none of that has happened. Levels can be repetitive when you've done a lot of "stand here for 5 minutes" missions. My biggest problem is the strongholds. There aren't enough to keep going. I haven't reached that state yet, but only 3 of them will not be enough for bio ware to have enough time to make more of them.

    Final ruling: Anthem has negatives, but they don't outweigh the pros. If you like being a bad ass and killing everything in sight in the coolest way possible. GET IT NOW!
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  18. Feb 26, 2019
    10
    Otimo Gameplay, tem seus defeitos, porem vale lembra que Destiny e The Division vieram pelados tbm e depois foram acrescentando conteudo. Tem muito potencial pra ser um otimo game
  19. Feb 25, 2019
    9
    A above average story with cool characters, fantastic gameplay and graphics. I only encountered the long loading screen maybe 2 or 3 time, but that was not even a minute long, and with roadmap out... i see a bright future for Anthem. People except the impossible sometime and i think what Anthem did was to over-hype itself, so peoples expectations went overboard.

    The monetization model
    A above average story with cool characters, fantastic gameplay and graphics. I only encountered the long loading screen maybe 2 or 3 time, but that was not even a minute long, and with roadmap out... i see a bright future for Anthem. People except the impossible sometime and i think what Anthem did was to over-hype itself, so peoples expectations went overboard.

    The monetization model isn't so bad either. It's designed more like a shortcut than anything, it's not invasive and it's not unfair.

    Overall a solid game with some of the best gameplay i've ever tried. I highly recommend it for anyone who love the sci-fi genre and/or action games in general.
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  20. Feb 25, 2019
    9
    Very fun game. Flying is pretty amazing and very responsive. Story is engaging, and the customization has a lot of depth too it. Are the glitches sure, but if you have played Destiny 1, this game is way ahead of that. The loading screens that people are complaining about are no longer than loading into different parts for Destiny. A solid variety of enemies. The game looks beautiful!
  21. Feb 25, 2019
    9
    For an influencer to submit an awful review of this game is actually beneficial to the community. it clearly illustrates the ignorance that the reviewer posses'. Anthem creates a beautiful story, highlighting the effects of disscommunication in society. much like the reviews we see. anthem enlists a free roam in which fills a person with a busy schedule. from hunting that titan toFor an influencer to submit an awful review of this game is actually beneficial to the community. it clearly illustrates the ignorance that the reviewer posses'. Anthem creates a beautiful story, highlighting the effects of disscommunication in society. much like the reviews we see. anthem enlists a free roam in which fills a person with a busy schedule. from hunting that titan to completing the world events, everything flows and feels natural. flying around you notice someone needs assistance you go to them and help them. it doesn't feel like a chore like in destiny. " kill 10 vex" kill 25 fallen etc. no just pure super hero combat. to give this game a zero is to suck your moms breasts at the age of 4 and tell her whole milk tastes better. thank you. Expand
  22. Feb 26, 2019
    9
    The game is beautiful, with an astonishingly none flat and dynamic world. The character animations are amazing. The art team should be proud of the designs and end result. For me a fan of loot games, I really like the massive amount of combat options that will see me exploring the other 'classes' and their cool abilities for ages yet.
    The story does seem to be info dumpy at places and
    The game is beautiful, with an astonishingly none flat and dynamic world. The character animations are amazing. The art team should be proud of the designs and end result. For me a fan of loot games, I really like the massive amount of combat options that will see me exploring the other 'classes' and their cool abilities for ages yet.
    The story does seem to be info dumpy at places and other places too much show and no info. Though i actually think there could be a lot of depth still to be revealed which i haven't accessed yet only having about 20 hours of time on it so far.

    Overall I am impressed and am really enjoying it. Will i be going back to Destiny or Diablo soon...probably not for a while. It all depends on the end game.
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  23. Feb 26, 2019
    8
    People are being way too hard on the game. It's been a lot of fun. Combat is fluid, polished, and very entertaining. I've been enjoying it thoroughly. My main gripe is that the "trials" quest in freeplay was super grindy, and it took me forever to revive 3 people for my last set of achievements because I couldn't find people dying during missions.

    On an additional positive note, I
    People are being way too hard on the game. It's been a lot of fun. Combat is fluid, polished, and very entertaining. I've been enjoying it thoroughly. My main gripe is that the "trials" quest in freeplay was super grindy, and it took me forever to revive 3 people for my last set of achievements because I couldn't find people dying during missions.

    On an additional positive note, I purchased an emote from the in game cosmetic store with in game earned currency. However, it didn't show up in my forge when I tried to equip it. I reached out to support and they looked into it. It appears I'm the victim of a bug. However, they reimbursed the coins I spent on the emote, so I'm a happy camper.
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  24. Feb 27, 2019
    10
    Anthem понравился! это не игра года, но играть очень приятно, играю исключительно в закрытой сессии в соло, фоновые диалоги с головой погружают в сюжет и местный лор (что точно не работает в коопе, когда все скачут и вечно спешат) а лор тут просто отменный.
    Отдельно хочется отметить диалоги в Форте Тарсис, актёры озвучки выложились на все 100% особенно зацепила линия диалогов с пожилой
    Anthem понравился! это не игра года, но играть очень приятно, играю исключительно в закрытой сессии в соло, фоновые диалоги с головой погружают в сюжет и местный лор (что точно не работает в коопе, когда все скачут и вечно спешат) а лор тут просто отменный.
    Отдельно хочется отметить диалоги в Форте Тарсис, актёры озвучки выложились на все 100% особенно зацепила линия диалогов с пожилой женщиной которая потеряла семью в Фримарке. Как и планировал пройду сюжетку с побочками, затем планирую возвращаться на крупных обновлениях по паре часов.
    Остался доволен основной компанией: много ярких диалогов и запоминающихся сцен.
    Еще раз хочу отметить прекрасную работу с персонажами в форте, все получились яркими, а связанные ними истории запоминающимися, Bioware все таки не разучились делать хорошие истории!
    Есть конечно и значительные геймплейные минусы для меня их несколько:
    1) Нехватка видов врагов как фракций так и типов внутри каждой фракции.
    2) Малый размер локации, и скудность биомов.
    3) Система экранов загрузки нуждается в доработке: возможность читать кодекс, или управляемая сценка с моделью своего джевелина(серия assassin's creed) вариантов еще много...
    3) И за что действительно стоит поругать так это за работу серверов: за несколько игровых сессий по 2-4ч. У меня было по 2-3 вылета(правда без потери прогресса) это уже после патча 21 февраля.
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  25. Feb 28, 2019
    8
    I have a lot of fun with the game and cant wait to get more down the road!!
  26. Mar 15, 2019
    10
    Just a couple of opening thoughts. The amount of negetive reviews for this game are staggering and very unfounded. I see people complain and make a big deal out of little things in this game that they tolerate in other much lesser games. Loading screens have happened since the very first great games. Go back to Mario64 if you dont want a loading screens. Idk, maybe it makes people feelJust a couple of opening thoughts. The amount of negetive reviews for this game are staggering and very unfounded. I see people complain and make a big deal out of little things in this game that they tolerate in other much lesser games. Loading screens have happened since the very first great games. Go back to Mario64 if you dont want a loading screens. Idk, maybe it makes people feel good to spit on a peice of art. Or maybe they are just hired trollers.
    Now the good stuff. First off the ideas that come to life and the size and beauty of the open world is exciting. No other game has ever been like it. The world feels like way Avatar would be. The javelins are painstakingly detailed and every movement in flying, sprinting, walking, and fighting looks amazing. The creatures feel and move realistic.
    Fights and battles feel punchy and great. It is fluid and it keeps you on your toes, dodging, floating and flying to new cover or screaming down from the sky like a crusading angel raining firey death on an army of bugs. You are in a battle suit and when you use supers, the enemies feel it. Animations are perfect, you can really feel your armor. It is well balanced though. Get too carless and the giant alien ape will smash you into pudding like a 3000ton gorillia should.
    The characters are individuals and well rounded, they dont feel generic. The battle banter feels good too, it makes you smile when your charcter makes the bad guys irritated. The conversations in Fort Tarsis are amusing and adds some flavor to the world that Bioware has built. It is a fronteir fort and it feels like one. While Fort Tarsis can feel a bit slow collecting missions there it is ridiculous to throw the game away for it.
    There are a few glitches and frame rate drops here and there but time will take care of that. It is already a very, very finished game. A little bit of tweaking and Bioware will have it down pat. Since it is an online only game maybe the issue is with internet connection. After all a phone line probably just wont cut it. From my experience, if you have reliable internet it plays great. From the sheer quality of the game i could see how bad internet would ruin your day.
    This is really an amazing game. IMHO it is way better than Mass Effect which everyone loved. Anthem really does blow Destiny out of the water, sorry. Anthem is super open world, you are not contantly stuck in a tiny room or on some little path. Anthem has jet pack armor that actually feels like jet pack armor. It feels really real, not cartoony. Mechanics work great and there are no pvp criers nerfing your favorite guns and armor when you need to hit that really hard boss level.
    Do yourself a favor, dont listen to anyone. Be your own person, have your own opinion, and decide for youself that you like the game. Buy it and have a blast.
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  27. Jul 20, 2019
    10
    It feels like people are hating just to hate. The game that i came in to play seems to be a beautifully crafted game. I have played a lot of content and really do enjoy this game. I think that when it released it was truly terrible but, I can see myself playing this game time and time again. They said that the game is not finished and that they want to fix what is here. I am quite excitedIt feels like people are hating just to hate. The game that i came in to play seems to be a beautifully crafted game. I have played a lot of content and really do enjoy this game. I think that when it released it was truly terrible but, I can see myself playing this game time and time again. They said that the game is not finished and that they want to fix what is here. I am quite excited to see what comes out from that. I love this awesome world design. They spent a lot of time making sure the content and battle system was fantastic. It seems that the core developers of that part were great. They just need to fix the story up and bam this game should score upwards of 80 on metacritic. Expand
  28. Feb 23, 2019
    9
    Having alot of fun with this game, been waiting for it for a long time! I see it has some flaws, but I believe the more content the better the game will become. A few bugs are annoying, and some of them even game breaking, but I'm gonna trust in BW to deliver a great end package soon!
  29. Feb 24, 2019
    9
    Friends! Yes, in the game someone has some bugs, departures from missions, this is not nice, just so I’ll take 1 point, I believe that it will be fixed soon. But, the game really gives us a new experience, moreover, let many say that it is an endless grind, but it does not let go, the battle is beautiful, especially if you play as an interceptor ^ _ ^. Please try to accept the game as itFriends! Yes, in the game someone has some bugs, departures from missions, this is not nice, just so I’ll take 1 point, I believe that it will be fixed soon. But, the game really gives us a new experience, moreover, let many say that it is an endless grind, but it does not let go, the battle is beautiful, especially if you play as an interceptor ^ _ ^. Please try to accept the game as it is, rather than listen to comments and reviews, try it yourself. Games are an art and it is presented on different dishes, but this does not mean that you should not try. Have a good flight! Expand
  30. Feb 22, 2019
    10
    Have been waiting this game since I saw it on E3 years ago. The game runs smooth and looks awesome. I have had no problems so I think that all this negative feedback is only because is EA and people are haters. Bioware do not deserve so many bad comments, they are an amazing company.
    If you're going to talk s**t about a game, at least do it with real reasons and not just hate!
  31. Feb 23, 2019
    9
    I dont know about everybody's expectation or the hate train based by idk what. But for me game is fine. Yes it need some more lategame/balance/tooltips. But its already very enjoyable.
  32. Feb 26, 2019
    10
    let me start by saying that I love Bioware and have since I spent untold hours in the world they created for Neverwinter Nights. Anthem is very different but man is it a BLAST to play. Everybody needs to taker a chill pill and just enjoy gaming. Do you guys remember the countless hours you spent playing a computer game with one keyboard and two people? Man I sure do. Anthem reminds me oflet me start by saying that I love Bioware and have since I spent untold hours in the world they created for Neverwinter Nights. Anthem is very different but man is it a BLAST to play. Everybody needs to taker a chill pill and just enjoy gaming. Do you guys remember the countless hours you spent playing a computer game with one keyboard and two people? Man I sure do. Anthem reminds me of that good old fashioned FUN. I'm really excited to see what comes out! Great job Bioware! Expand
  33. Feb 23, 2019
    10
    TIP: don't play campaign with random people, at least for me it is destroying all fun.

    PROS: Great visuals, mechanics and overall gameplay CONS: few bugs, history and characters need few tweaks Don't know how people can give this game score lower than 5, cause graphics alone deserve for 5 points, even if there were nothing else. Is there anything more beautiful than this game? No
    TIP: don't play campaign with random people, at least for me it is destroying all fun.

    PROS: Great visuals, mechanics and overall gameplay
    CONS: few bugs, history and characters need few tweaks

    Don't know how people can give this game score lower than 5, cause graphics alone deserve for 5 points, even if there were nothing else. Is there anything more beautiful than this game? No
    Spend in this game few hours just to admire environment ;D
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  34. Feb 24, 2019
    9
    The game has some buggy issues but other than that, this game is exactly what I have been looking for. I love the grind and then seeing your grind pay off. The story, and actually interacting with the social events was well done and entertaining. I'm stoked for new content as any customer should be. I truly cannot understand how people are saying is completely unplayable, how EA is afterThe game has some buggy issues but other than that, this game is exactly what I have been looking for. I love the grind and then seeing your grind pay off. The story, and actually interacting with the social events was well done and entertaining. I'm stoked for new content as any customer should be. I truly cannot understand how people are saying is completely unplayable, how EA is after your wallet again (must not be actually playing the game), or just saying it's terrible and not saying why. Everybody is a critic, so people who do enjoy this game, leave your two cents so glass half empty folk don't ruin this for everyone. Expand
  35. Feb 24, 2019
    10
    Game is fun but end game contents are,,, but i believe bioware will add more contents
  36. Feb 23, 2019
    10
    I don't understand all the hate. I think its great and have really been enjoying in. They really nailed the feeling of flying a Javilin and each one feels very unique. Im over 45 hours in and loved every minute. Have not had any problems with the game crashing. Loading times on my ssd are more than acceptable. Developer's have been vocal and listening to the community. All in all I am veryI don't understand all the hate. I think its great and have really been enjoying in. They really nailed the feeling of flying a Javilin and each one feels very unique. Im over 45 hours in and loved every minute. Have not had any problems with the game crashing. Loading times on my ssd are more than acceptable. Developer's have been vocal and listening to the community. All in all I am very happy with the game. Expand
  37. Feb 22, 2019
    10
    Thank you Bioware for a fantastic game that is sure to keep you busy for many hours. The RPG elements in the game are amazing as well as the story and graphics
  38. Feb 27, 2019
    9
    Let me start of by saying, this is not your typical BioWare game. The story is short and the characters (not main plot ones) are lackluster and the dialogue choices not that consequential. But it does have some redeeming qualities that makes this a good game. I want to point out that I went into this game to give it a chance with every expectation of absolutely hating it. But I don't.Let me start of by saying, this is not your typical BioWare game. The story is short and the characters (not main plot ones) are lackluster and the dialogue choices not that consequential. But it does have some redeeming qualities that makes this a good game. I want to point out that I went into this game to give it a chance with every expectation of absolutely hating it. But I don't.

    The facial animations are excellent and the gameplay is AWESOME! The customization of the javelins are excellent and I had a lot of fun with this game. The story leaves some to be desired and the missions are repetitive, but since they already have future updates planned (already late march) I don't worry about this. There are some bugs, but nothing out of the ordinary with a game like this within the first week of launch. We can all claim it shouldn't have any issues, but we need to be realistic about this.

    This game is honestly worth a try and if BioWare is given useful feedback Anthem has the potential of being a great game!
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  39. Feb 27, 2019
    8
    A lot of people gonna give this game 5 or less. This game maybe got problems, but underneath of some problems it's a good crafted game from Bioware. Gameplay is awesome, flying is pretty cool and combat is just perfect.
  40. Feb 25, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. o joga é muito bom mas para carregar o jogo é muito de morado e a historia muito bom é bugs queda do servidor com frequência. Tudo culpa da pressa da EA essa EA vai afundar mais um empresa de jogos ou é culpa de que teve pressa para lançar um jogo do jeito que ta triste de mais. Mas o jaga habilidade muito boa armas muito top só falto equipamento de corpo Expand
  41. Feb 26, 2019
    9
    I’ve been playing it for 30+ hours and the game is absolutely amazing. Lore, graphics, gameplay — everything’s top notch. Really surprised by mass hysteria about how much this game suck because of loading times (shorter then in Destiny) and a few bugs. If you’re into BioWare games — it’s your choice.
  42. Feb 26, 2019
    10
    Why all the hate? I beat the game and am now engrossed in the endgame. the story was really cool and i still love flying around. I hate EA by the way and I hope they redeem themselves but so far the game is great!
  43. Feb 27, 2019
    10
    "Игру не заслуженно хейтят." - В игровой индустрии пришло время всеобщего недовольства, кто бы что не сделал.
    И так по оценкам:
    10 баллов графика 9 баллов соундтрек 8 баллов геймплей. 4 балла Техническая составляющая на старте продукта. 5 баллов Ендгейм Итого: Игра на старте заслуживает 7,2 балла. Коротко о главном: Сюжет и лор гораздо лучше и богаче чем в Дестени и Дивижене. кор
    "Игру не заслуженно хейтят." - В игровой индустрии пришло время всеобщего недовольства, кто бы что не сделал.
    И так по оценкам:
    10 баллов графика
    9 баллов соундтрек
    8 баллов геймплей.
    4 балла Техническая составляющая на старте продукта.
    5 баллов Ендгейм
    Итого: Игра на старте заслуживает 7,2 балла.
    Коротко о главном: Сюжет и лор гораздо лучше и богаче чем в Дестени и Дивижене.
    кор механника игры уникальна для лутер шутера.
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  44. Feb 27, 2019
    8
    Yeah the game has some bugs. Yeah the Endgame is repetitive. But that can be easily fixed. And to all those who gave this game a 1 or 0, did you actually play the game? Or are your opinions straight out of youtube? Because if you would have played the game you would know that it is more like a Diabolo than a Mass Effect.
  45. Feb 27, 2019
    8
    Grindy looters is what I like to play, so take this into account.
    I went into the game for such, not to expect SP progression/story.
    Combat: For the genre it's part of, the combat is quite refreshing. Glad that there's a reason to use the skills you got equipped, what many games in this genre lack. My only gripe with it is the lack of "special" skills/weapons that could only
    Grindy looters is what I like to play, so take this into account.
    I went into the game for such, not to expect SP progression/story.

    Combat:
    For the genre it's part of, the combat is quite refreshing.
    Glad that there's a reason to use the skills you got equipped, what many games in this genre lack.
    My only gripe with it is the lack of "special" skills/weapons that could only obtained by completing something specific (Borderlands did this nicely).
    If it had such it would be complete.

    Javelins:
    Each having a role to play, though the melee one seems to be there just for those that like the playstyle of it.
    Ranger single target, colossus AOE/heavies, storm AOE/shieldies. They cover it all.
    Having enjoyed Ranger, Colossus is a lot more fun than it initially looked like. Mate's loving Storm, so I let him have that role.

    Exp:
    Happy that the exp gain is dependent on how well you and your party did, and doesn't punish you if you're a try hard (nuke builds in Warframe for example).
    It promotes going for combos, getting multi-kills etc, instead of just turning your brain off while grinding.
    Wish there was a use of exp once you hit max lvl. Have yet to reach it, but nobody talks about it, so I assume there's no exp gain afterwards anymore.

    Loot:
    The only reason to grind is to perfect your build, instead of getting everything and never be used.
    There being a reason to grind for such isn't there besides personal choice, but I can't recall any that really have. Everything can be done with sub-optimal gear.
    I do wish Anthem was the game that went that way, but then again I'm part of the small percentage that enjoys such (easily seen throughout other games).

    Quest-line/Story:
    Some nice NPC options - some conversations can go either direction
    Some annoying NPCs - conversations that lead nowhere, or shouldn't be had
    Traversing the town - slow, even with the sprint, this is my main gripe with the game. Just let me teleport around.
    Heard the ending to be bad, worse than ME3's ending, and I don't get it. It wasn't perfect, but it was fine, it made sense.

    Amount of content:
    Somewhat lacking for the genre it's part of. If they keep their promise and introduce more this will surely be another game I'll be coming back to once a while.

    Overall:
    A really nice game to be build upon, has really good potential to be one of the best in its genre, but that depends on the amount of content they'll bring in over time.
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  46. Feb 24, 2019
    9
    Great game, people should try it for themselves instead of listening to all the negative reviews from people who haven't even bought the game.

    The games strengths lie in its combat, its fun and with 4 very different javelins you can play your way.

    The game is not perfect, but no game is. There is a lot of work to be done, but Bioware is already on it.
  47. Feb 23, 2019
    10
    This game is so Great its absolutly awesome for me after 50hrs its still impressive with ultra settings. And i can not wait for the cataclysm in march. Good Flight Freelancers.
  48. Feb 27, 2019
    10
    This game is amazing. Don't get on the hate train. Try it out for yourselves.
  49. Mar 8, 2019
    8
    Definitely not the best game ever but the solid graphics and gameplay makes the game entertaining and in a certain sense more attractive than The Division or Destiny.

    Sure, the scenario and characters are less developed than the typical Bioware stuff but there is a lot of lore and people to discover through mails and banters. If Bioware can quickly fix the bugs and add new
    Definitely not the best game ever but the solid graphics and gameplay makes the game entertaining and in a certain sense more attractive than The Division or Destiny.

    Sure, the scenario and characters are less developed than the typical Bioware stuff but there is a lot of lore and people to discover through mails and banters.

    If Bioware can quickly fix the bugs and add new content on a monthly basis my freelancer could fly for a long time.
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  50. Mar 1, 2019
    10
    Не могу сказать иных слов кроме как восхитительно, геймплейно эта игра не может победить только Дивижен, Дристани ей даже близко в подметки не годится. Полет способен первое время вызвать чувство детского восторга, история не шедевр, но и не плохая, я бы сказал типичная. Саундтрек прекрасенНе могу сказать иных слов кроме как восхитительно, геймплейно эта игра не может победить только Дивижен, Дристани ей даже близко в подметки не годится. Полет способен первое время вызвать чувство детского восторга, история не шедевр, но и не плохая, я бы сказал типичная. Саундтрек прекрасен
  51. Mar 1, 2019
    10
    been playing since the game lunched and been having a blast. combat is the best in any looter shooter ive played so far. storys really good, had a twist I didn't see coming. would highly recommend this game. now back to playing some more
  52. Feb 25, 2019
    10
    So played 70 hours, and all is good. Отличная графика,история, персонажи. Больший мир полный приключений.
  53. Feb 25, 2019
    9
    Athmen необычный проект для студии Bioware, первый опыт в разработке игры подобного жанра и на первый раз достаточно успешный.
    К плюсам игры можно отнести красивый мир, интересный сюжет ( поинтереснее чем во всеми любимой Desteny 2 ), необычный геймплей, потрясная графика и так же необычный сеттинг, отличный лор игры, проработка мелких деталей и прочее .
    Из минусов можно заметить
    Athmen необычный проект для студии Bioware, первый опыт в разработке игры подобного жанра и на первый раз достаточно успешный.
    К плюсам игры можно отнести красивый мир, интересный сюжет ( поинтереснее чем во всеми любимой Desteny 2 ), необычный геймплей, потрясная графика и так же необычный сеттинг, отличный лор игры, проработка мелких деталей и прочее .
    Из минусов можно заметить повторяющиеся миссии( ИГРА Б*&%ть только вышла , конечно будет однобразие ! ), и самое больное это оптимизация ...
    Итог. Все эти минусы будут исправлены т.к. структура игры подразумевает то , что игру будут поддерживать как минимум несколько лет. И даже по нынешним оценкам заметно , что положительные оценки догоняют отрицательные, да и к тому же половина отрицательных оценок не имеют под собой вес.
    Игра отличная, просто сейчас пошла тенденция занижать оценки всему , что только видно , если вы любите гринд, погружение в роль своего персонажа, то эта игра однозначно для вас , рекомендую .
    Ждем новые события, развитие контента , у игры есть все шансы , а так задуамйтесь, что было с desteny 2 в момент ее выхода ? почему ее так не критиковали ? Если объективно Anthem на несколько голов выше , все просто , сейчас все пытаются показать свой ум ... точнее его отсутствие .
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  54. Feb 26, 2019
    9
    Maybe I'm too easy going, but I've seen multiple mmo-ish games launch and none of them have been 10/10 from the start. Anthem has technical issues. The missions could use some more variety. And yes the story is a bit dull at moments.

    However, it's been a ton of fun to play. The actual gameplay mechanics are very well done and the world is bloody beautiful. Combat is pretty fun if a
    Maybe I'm too easy going, but I've seen multiple mmo-ish games launch and none of them have been 10/10 from the start. Anthem has technical issues. The missions could use some more variety. And yes the story is a bit dull at moments.

    However, it's been a ton of fun to play. The actual gameplay mechanics are very well done and the world is bloody beautiful. Combat is pretty fun if a little simplistic. I think there's a solid foundation for a really fun game, provided EA keeps their promise of an evolving world & future content, Bioware works to improve the experience a bit, and we're a little patient.

    In general I think we're so spoiled by mature games that have had years to iron things out that we forget that the launches are normally rocky and it takes time to get everything in shape. If the idea of a squad based shooter appeals to you, I'd say give it a try. If you come in with an open mind, you'll find it to be a fun experience.
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  55. Mar 1, 2019
    10
    Отличная картинка, нормальный! сюжет, интересный опыт полетов на джевелинах, динамичный геймплей, интересные варианты настройки навыков, нет разнообразия в контенте.
    Игра не заслуживает 10 баллов, но поставлю именно столько, уж больно много наставили 0 и 1, которых она точно не заслуживает
    Отличная картинка, нормальный! сюжет, интересный опыт полетов на джевелинах, динамичный геймплей, интересные варианты настройки навыков, нет разнообразия в контенте.
    Игра не заслуживает 10 баллов, но поставлю именно столько, уж больно много наставили 0 и 1, которых она точно не заслуживает
  56. Feb 22, 2019
    10
    the game has problems, yes but they are being patched faster than youtube makes a hate video on them, however, loot gear exploits exist, the current internet bandwagon is too hate on this game in the hopes BioWare make a good single player again but there needs isn't what anthem was made for if you can master the combo system and how the game works ie not using cover but movement flowingthe game has problems, yes but they are being patched faster than youtube makes a hate video on them, however, loot gear exploits exist, the current internet bandwagon is too hate on this game in the hopes BioWare make a good single player again but there needs isn't what anthem was made for if you can master the combo system and how the game works ie not using cover but movement flowing from enemy to enemy dealing damage and feeling like a powerful suit fantasy game then this is the game for you play it like division with guns and cover like skill-up and you will hate it Expand
  57. Feb 23, 2019
    10
    I've thoroughly enjoyed the game since launch. It has some technical issues, but is turning out to be a pretty solid platform to continue building onto. I look forward to the future.
  58. Feb 26, 2019
    10
    Ok, so is this game perfect, ground breaking or a must have? Absolutely not.
    Is this game abysmally bad, unplayable or an instant refund? Not a chance.
    To be fair right now this game is a 7/10 with a lot of potential, its direct competitors started similarly lacking a lot of content and had their fair share of bugs too (Division, Destiny, Warframe), the exception to this is Borderlands
    Ok, so is this game perfect, ground breaking or a must have? Absolutely not.
    Is this game abysmally bad, unplayable or an instant refund? Not a chance.

    To be fair right now this game is a 7/10 with a lot of potential, its direct competitors started similarly lacking a lot of content and had their fair share of bugs too (Division, Destiny, Warframe), the exception to this is Borderlands 2 which I still regard as the gold standard of content inside the disk. This isn't an excuse for Bioware though, they shouldn't aim for mediocrity just because their peers under delivered too, but at least it's something to have in mind, but since it's published by EA nobody wants to cut them some slack.

    However, Bioware will be updating weekly with a ton of new monthly content and Quality of Life fixes, and they will be providing FREE story and world expansions. This for me is their saving grace, but people see EA and instantly start flaming, I can 100% relate to that but I decided to give this game a chance and I've enjoyed myself for quite a while now, around 10-12h in 4 sittings.

    The gameplay is super fun, as repetitive as you can expect in any other looter game TBH, it's like criticizing Diablo for just mindlessly clicking on enemies you know, and yes the first 24h after launch I encountered about 4-5 bug/glitches and I noticed that this game doesn't like to run with an overclocked GPU, after I returned the GPU to default settings I haven't encountered a single bug.

    TL;DR it's hella fun, albeit not for everyone and not content rich as any of the previous Bioware RPGs, but it can only get better and better month to month. Personally I don't regret my day 1 purchase since I know that if I get bored I can stop playing and come back when more content is released, but right now I'm really hyped each time I jump in one of my 3 Javelins, each one is a joy to pilot.
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  59. Feb 25, 2019
    10
    This game truly deserves a 7, but as some haters just gave less than it deserves because they're not familiar with this kind of game, I give a 10.

    Yes it's repetitive, as repetitive as a Destiny, a Division or a good old Diablo. And no, it's not an "empty shell". As Destiny or Division (again), the world will expend all along the coming year and, I hope, will continue to grow for the
    This game truly deserves a 7, but as some haters just gave less than it deserves because they're not familiar with this kind of game, I give a 10.

    Yes it's repetitive, as repetitive as a Destiny, a Division or a good old Diablo.
    And no, it's not an "empty shell". As Destiny or Division (again), the world will expend all along the coming year and, I hope, will continue to grow for the next 2 years.

    And for those who can't play because they don't use the Xbox Live gold or the PS+, well, it doesn't mean you have to bash a game that you didn't played to, at all.
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  60. Feb 27, 2019
    9
    Hello,

    Anthem is just the only video game that made me feel so thrilled with a gameplay that is really sublime, clearly if you are a fan of Iron Man and SF this game is for you. The game puts us in control of a combat armor on vitamins in a hostile region your goal and reduce to crumbs threats that hover over your city "Fort Tarsis" on the border of your civilization. The
    Hello,

    Anthem is just the only video game that made me feel so thrilled with a gameplay that is really sublime, clearly if you are a fan of Iron Man and SF this game is for you.

    The game puts us in control of a combat armor on vitamins in a hostile region your goal and reduce to crumbs threats that hover over your city "Fort Tarsis"
    on the border of your civilization.

    The universe is rich, you could discover it by are written in many codices or through various discussions with NPCs.
    These discussions may be interesting but it tends to slow down the pace of your adventures to see if you want to know the last gossip of Fort Tarsis.

    CONS:
    - The game lacks optimization on the use of your PC's resources
    - Currently in exploration / Libre mode the content is somewhat boring but it should be improved through the different updates scheduled in ROAD MAP 2019
    - An improvement of the menu and various functionality of the multiplayer is necessary to make the game more fluid
    - A poor in-game store
    - More End game content through the dungeons (after I do not want to throw the stone on them because a majority comes to this contented with a destiny ...)

    PROS:
    - A huge graphic customization of the armor
    - A gameplay in the action phase very well thinking and really thrilling notice to the WARFRAME fan
    - An open world that holds the road (ff15 and warframe if you hear me)
    - A lore really very push and interesting to discover through anecdote and other history that make us discover a dangerous world
    - A roadmap that starts a week after the release of the game here looks really good, and it ensures content until the end of the year

    The reviews are also negative I think because the bioware fan expects a massfect while bioware to announce a warframe in the open world.

    It really meets the expectations of players who want a good action game sf.

    It's rare that I'm happy with a day one game, but I was able to play all the armor and they all have their charm that allows you to have a really colorful fight.

    I hope that my criticism will enlighten you on a game that deserves to be discovered.

    Sincerely,

    Wolf Hunt's

    P.S: I wanted to put 10 but we can always improve and even if I fell in love with the game I'm not blind so far.
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  61. Feb 22, 2019
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The most fun I had with a game in a wile the flying the combat are very addictive, the world is gorgeous, i hope to see more content in the future. My advice, try it and don´t listen to the hate train. Expand
  62. Feb 22, 2019
    10
    amazing game, I have feelings like in diablo series. Gameplay is feeling vert good and I love it
  63. Feb 25, 2019
    10
    I get why people are hating on it so far. Honestly, Destiny sucked at first too but you could see that behind it all there was an awesome game. That's what I see with Anthem. Good story, beautiful graphics, and flying around and fighting in your javelin is awesome. Problem is is that it's buggy and the story kinda jumps around but I still think that it's going to be worthI get why people are hating on it so far. Honestly, Destiny sucked at first too but you could see that behind it all there was an awesome game. That's what I see with Anthem. Good story, beautiful graphics, and flying around and fighting in your javelin is awesome. Problem is is that it's buggy and the story kinda jumps around but I still think that it's going to be worth playing.......eventually. As for me though, I can't get enough of it right now. The flying and fighting aspects of it are awesome! Expand
  64. Feb 27, 2019
    9
    I don't know why people are hating on this game so much i am loving it. All the issues will be address in the future and this game is only going to get better with time. Its almost like people don't remember what a live service game and that it will be better with a little TLC.
  65. Mar 15, 2019
    8
    I'm having an absolute blast with game! Flying in a jet suit and fighting/shooting is sooo satisfying! There are still some bugs at time of writing but nothing major. Sure there could be a bit more content, but it doesn't stop me having fun. Core game is brilliant and I don't usually play shooter / looters! This game sold me with its innovative approach (not a generic human shooting atI'm having an absolute blast with game! Flying in a jet suit and fighting/shooting is sooo satisfying! There are still some bugs at time of writing but nothing major. Sure there could be a bit more content, but it doesn't stop me having fun. Core game is brilliant and I don't usually play shooter / looters! This game sold me with its innovative approach (not a generic human shooting at another generic human). Expand
  66. miw
    Apr 3, 2019
    8
    According to Origin I have logged about 350 hours on this game by now, and I still find it fun, although I am certainly hanging out for some more content. It is probably a game that you nibble at for a few tens of hours every quarter than a staple you play every day.

    Pros - The graphics! - Ace gameplay mechanics and fun combat. - Diverse set of javelins which each require a different
    According to Origin I have logged about 350 hours on this game by now, and I still find it fun, although I am certainly hanging out for some more content. It is probably a game that you nibble at for a few tens of hours every quarter than a staple you play every day.

    Pros - The graphics!
    - Ace gameplay mechanics and fun combat.
    - Diverse set of javelins which each require a different playstyle to succeed.
    - Great customisation options for javelin look
    - Fantastic platform to build upon.

    Cons - even after 3 major patches some quality of life issues remain.
    - No stats page
    - It is a co-op game but there is no good way to add someone you just played with
    - GM3 combat is probably too easy.
    - Enemy scaling is mostly by health. This makes it a bit boring at times at high levels.
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  67. Feb 28, 2019
    10
    I don't think it deserves all the bashing it gets, nearly no bugs. Smooth gameplay and i actually find it fun to play with my friends.
  68. Feb 27, 2019
    10
    Most of the people here set negative and they didn't try the game don't juge of what people saying try it then juge it and all the problems and issues will be fixed
  69. Feb 23, 2019
    10
    Loving it so far. It's not perfect but by looking how devs responded so far with updates and bug fixes I know that this game have a lot of potential. Can't wait for the first content updates and events!
  70. Feb 23, 2019
    9
    I haven't had this much fun with a newly released game in a long time. Gameplay feels great, story & lore are good for a looter-shooter, and despite some things needing fixing/adjustment i can honestly say that after 50-60 hours in game that I am having a blast and it doesn't look like I'll be running out of things to enjoy any time soon.
  71. Feb 24, 2019
    9
    Its an awesome game ! Needs many improvements agreed , but overall it has a nice feel to it , I’ve spend close to 50 hours now , the anticipation of gertting that awesome legendary , flying around the vast world , it’s just amazing . There are issues agreed , the loading screens are too many and seem to be unnecessary sometimes , end game content isn’t much , but that’s to be expectedIts an awesome game ! Needs many improvements agreed , but overall it has a nice feel to it , I’ve spend close to 50 hours now , the anticipation of gertting that awesome legendary , flying around the vast world , it’s just amazing . There are issues agreed , the loading screens are too many and seem to be unnecessary sometimes , end game content isn’t much , but that’s to be expected since it hasn’t even been a week yet since it’s official launch , the Facebook group that I am in has close to 15000 members , we all love the game , for some weird reason there is a lot of hate for this game , reading some of these reviews makes me feel they are all fake , trust me guys , you will defiantly complain about the game , but the gameplay , the design , the awesome fighting totally makes up for it , people giving such low scores makes no sense . Expand
  72. Feb 27, 2019
    8
    Dla mnie gra jest naprawdę dobra. Strzelanie sprawia ogrom funu, walka połączona z lataniem super sprawa. Szkoda że tak mało osób z tego korzysta. Są wątki poboczne rozbite na poszczególne misje i to jest chyba przyczyna problemu z imersją. Troszkę nazbyt w stylu MMO.

    Grafika jest naprawdę dobra. Pomijam różnice w samym projekcie poziomów. Największą różnica to oświetlenie. Same
    Dla mnie gra jest naprawdę dobra. Strzelanie sprawia ogrom funu, walka połączona z lataniem super sprawa. Szkoda że tak mało osób z tego korzysta. Są wątki poboczne rozbite na poszczególne misje i to jest chyba przyczyna problemu z imersją. Troszkę nazbyt w stylu MMO.

    Grafika jest naprawdę dobra. Pomijam różnice w samym projekcie poziomów. Największą różnica to oświetlenie. Same Javelliny czy przeciwnicy wyglądajaą identycznie.
    Gra nie jest idealna i potrzebuje:
    - PVP
    - Więcej rodzajów broni
    - Możliwość upgradu specjalnego ataku... Dopieszczenie go do swojego stylu gry
    - Możliwość craftowania pancerzy, może dodać jakąś niewielką kosmetykę do zbroi
    - Troszkę żywszy świat
    - Własny hangar dla pancerzy no bo środek rynku i tylko nasz Javvel tam stoi... Miejsce dla czterech więc może jak się z kumplami gra to ich zajmują tam miejsce...
    - Minimapa podczas lotu
    - Więcej rzeczy do kupna w sklepach.

    Według mnie najblizsze darmowe dodatki to będzie to co powinniśmy dostać na premierę
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  73. Mar 1, 2019
    10
    Я понимаю почему образовался определенный хейт вокруг игры. Но по моему мнению он не обоснован. В игру для начала следует поиграть, а потом хейтить.
    Можно отметить определенные проблемы в игре, а это некое однообразие заданий: подай, принеси, постой на месте, зачисть. Но на самом деле многие игры этим страдают. Тут же это разбавили лором. И если в начале он не особо интересен, а общение с
    Я понимаю почему образовался определенный хейт вокруг игры. Но по моему мнению он не обоснован. В игру для начала следует поиграть, а потом хейтить.
    Можно отметить определенные проблемы в игре, а это некое однообразие заданий: подай, принеси, постой на месте, зачисть. Но на самом деле многие игры этим страдают. Тут же это разбавили лором. И если в начале он не особо интересен, а общение с некоторым NPC не интересует вообще. То после определенного "порога" начинаешь понимать что вокруг происходит. Встречаются реально крутые сайд квесты, персонажи реагируют на то что ты делаешь и это отражается в диалогах.
    Честно, сначала скипал диалоги тупо что бы фармить очки фракции, но потом стало реально интересно читать и вникать что там у персонажей происходит.

    Еще одним минусом хочу отметить отсутствие "нормальной" кастомизации джавелина. Ну рили, фармить очки фракции 20 часов даже после окончания основной ветки не так круто. Части для смены вида за все прохождение ни разу не появились. Даже в "магазине" выбор убог и жутко ограничен (смена каждые 3 дня)

    Собственно это основные моменты которые мне не понравились, с остальным все хорошо. Гриндилка прикольная, оружие можно подобрать под свой стиль и реально интересно искать леги с их доп механиками.
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  74. Mar 1, 2019
    9
    I Honestly think that this game is getting a bad rap for the sake of it, while critique is important, equally as important is balance. it seems to be a common theme that reviewers zone in one one or two weak points on launch day and shoot to kill, without taking in to account any of the positives. any of the potential or giving the developer a chance to correct any issues. Many reviewsI Honestly think that this game is getting a bad rap for the sake of it, while critique is important, equally as important is balance. it seems to be a common theme that reviewers zone in one one or two weak points on launch day and shoot to kill, without taking in to account any of the positives. any of the potential or giving the developer a chance to correct any issues. Many reviews that i have read on this title mention the beautiful environment, but dont give it much more credit than that.

    See Bioware have gone out in a completely different direction with this game way out of their comfort zone and have and gone for a loot shooter with a twist. this is not their usual format and i think that should count for something. Sure the game has a few issues (none of which i would consider to be deal breakers) such as the loot requiring tweaks (now patched), one or two balance issues, and widening the mission variety a little more.

    After around 20 hours play, i have found the following.

    Characters are well designed and movement is fluid, battle mechanics are done well with no awkward judder or restrictive movement. however weapons sometimes feel a little under powered compared to the enemies that i am facing,
    Flight mechanics work well and are responsive, and the customization options add a nice touch to your character.

    The main story in the game is interesting and provides the immersion that i am used to receiving from Bioware titles, and plenty of spin off story arcs as well as in game lore exist which is another staple of Bioware Games.

    from a performance perspective this game appears to be well optimized, i obtain 70-80fps consistently on ultra quality at 4k which given the levels of detail in the game is outstanding.

    Finishing up, i see real promise in this title, if you have not yet played the game due to launch day reviews, i urge you to give it a try, it really is not as bad as the launch day reviews would have you believe, it does have a few niggles, but certainly no more than any other AAA game that releases these days and i would add that the niggles are far fewer than most titles that have launched in the last 12 months.

    if you try it and like it, come back here and leave your own thoughts for others to read, and lets make sure that BioWare are given the credit that they deserve so that they can continue to make great games for years to come.
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  75. Feb 22, 2019
    9
    I am really enjoying the game, and honestly don't understand any of the outrage. I've payed a lot more to be less entertained for a shorter period, and I wasn't as upset and many people on these sites seem to be.

    I guess it's just cool to be angry on the Internet.
  76. Feb 28, 2019
    10
    Ever since this game released in early access I have had a lot of fun with it, the map is quite big and detailed too,

    Comparing it to the demo of when it was first shown there are differences but quite frankly if the level of detail/fidelity was left that high, this game would not be playable on consoles nor would it be playable on most low end PCs. Game play is fun and fluid,
    Ever since this game released in early access I have had a lot of fun with it, the map is quite big and detailed too,

    Comparing it to the demo of when it was first shown there are differences but quite frankly if the level of detail/fidelity was left that high, this game would not be playable on consoles nor would it be playable on most low end PCs.

    Game play is fun and fluid, playing with a full group of friends also makes it more enjoyable, the different Javelins feel and play different from one another wich is great, if you ever go from playing the Interceptor to the Colossus you really feel the weight that Javelin has.

    There is plenty of lore to get through, ranging from collectables that get added to the Cortex (an in game encyclopedia almost), side conversations in the fort, both with you interacting with NPCs or from just passing by and listening into their conversations.

    The main story has a couple of moments where it catches the player off guard and the ending is satisfactory and provides closure to the narrative provided while leaving room for what is coming next.

    The dreaded microtransactions seem pretty fair and are cosmetic only as well as you being able to acquire everything with in game currency too, wich if you do the challenges and daily/weekly/monthly quests you will have more than enough.

    Most people complain about issues that are no longer an issue with the game, they were patched on launch day. Things such as the loading screens, these on a regular hard drive are around 20 seconds right now, wich is well within tolerance. This is not to say that there are no bugs or areas to improve but so far the developers have been very transparent, responsive and took action swiftly to fix any game breaking bugs or mechanics.

    Road maps have been revealed, couple that with free DLC/Expansions and the actors being back in the "recording booth" for extra content already and that shows a lot of promise.
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  77. Feb 25, 2019
    10
    This game is breathtaking. The visuals, sounds and combat is top-notch.

    I love the way you experience the story as single-player, but combat is PvE multiplayer. Fighting intense battles and then relax and experience/explore Fort Tarsis for the story. I am having a great time with this game. PS: I am disappointed with all the hate this game is receiving. Especially from YouTube
    This game is breathtaking. The visuals, sounds and combat is top-notch.

    I love the way you experience the story as single-player, but combat is PvE multiplayer. Fighting intense battles and then relax and experience/explore Fort Tarsis for the story.

    I am having a great time with this game.

    PS: I am disappointed with all the hate this game is receiving. Especially from YouTube reviewers, who seem to hunt clicks and likes by throwing dirt at EA.
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  78. Mar 1, 2019
    9
    Amazing. beautiful.

    cant see where the hate comes from. i really enjoy anthem
    I'm sure more content will come with more updates since its a service. and i cant wait
  79. Feb 23, 2019
    9
    People have given so much hate for this game, and why? Because the game isn’t perfect at launch? Seriously, these are ambitious service based games that will receive contsant updates and patches overtime. I feel like this game has more content and longevity then Destiny did at launch, and yet that game has a lot going for it. BioWare also has some really awesome things on the roadmap.People have given so much hate for this game, and why? Because the game isn’t perfect at launch? Seriously, these are ambitious service based games that will receive contsant updates and patches overtime. I feel like this game has more content and longevity then Destiny did at launch, and yet that game has a lot going for it. BioWare also has some really awesome things on the roadmap. People also compare this to WarFrame... What they forget is that WarFrame was utter crap in the early days, it’s had years of development to get to where it’s at today. And to this I’ll get reply’s like “so we should just be ok with releases that aren’t complete?” Are you kidding me, a game like this if done right won’t be “complete” for a very long time. Look at games like WoW and Elders Scrolls Online... Now I know this isn’t an MMO, but it’s MMO like in the essence that it has plans for a long support frame. New content, constant updates, all that good stuff that will make the game more and more complete over time. Honestly, the game has it’s issues, but they’ve already shown that they are putting in the effort to fix them, many things fixed in the course of less than a week! To me that shows a developer who cares about making a great game, and shows great promise for the future.

    TLDR:
    The game has issues, it’s not perfect, but it’s constantly getting fixes at a very fast pace. And the gameplay is fantastic. I’ve pumped 50+ hours into the game already and have loved every minute of it! Getting better gear and upping the difficulty level has kept some excitement in the moment to moment fights. I look forward to seeing how this game progresses :)
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  80. Feb 23, 2019
    9
    Ignore the haters, the gameplay in this is so fun, and have found it really stable. The number of improvements since the beta is really fantastic too. Looking forward to the new content but in the meantime taking my time to play with OH.
  81. Feb 25, 2019
    10
    I will agree that this game leaves a lot to be desired, but it has a strong base to build from and looking at what improved from beta launch to now I have a lot of hope.
  82. Feb 27, 2019
    10
    I LOVE THIS GAME! I never saw such great mimic and credible characters before in MM0Gs.
    Sorry for all the haters, but I think when it evolves here we have a real gem for the next years to come.
  83. Mar 1, 2019
    10
    I understand the game is not for every one. and some bugs are not excusable. however the reality is, Bio-ware has released 4 updates since the release and as far as i can tell these updates have corrected most the bugs that i ran into. Also these updates have completely been reliant on community feedback. I don't think I've ever seen a company this devoted to listening, and keeping theI understand the game is not for every one. and some bugs are not excusable. however the reality is, Bio-ware has released 4 updates since the release and as far as i can tell these updates have corrected most the bugs that i ran into. Also these updates have completely been reliant on community feedback. I don't think I've ever seen a company this devoted to listening, and keeping the community up-to-date on what they are working on. that's priceless to me

    If you don't like games the have you repeat content for rewards that make you more powerful, so that you can complete that content on a higher level(Loot Pursuit) then you won't like Anthem.

    However, if you enjoy games like destiny, The Division, and Borderlands, then this is what I'll say,
    the core game play in Anthem is like nothing Ive ever played. Fast pace is an understatement. they nailed the iron man feeling. the 4 classes (Javelins) you can play as all feel extremely different.
    playing with a Storm vs. playing with a Ranger is nearly 2 different games.

    The Story, well i liked it. is it on the same level as a single player game? No.

    is it as good if not better then the other games in the genre. Yeah, i would say so.

    in my opinion there are 3 types of people that are reviewing this game poorly.

    1- Those who hate Loot Pursuit games.
    and for good reason they just don't like this type of game and that's fine.

    2- Reviewers that wanted to get a review out ASAP, and rushed through the game in 2 days.
    Yeah, i would hate a game too if i played it for 60 hours straight.

    3- People who expected a Story driven loot pursuit game, and are disappointed that its not that.
    Which is also a perfectly fine reason, However i never remember that being part of the pitch from the developers, but i could be wrong.

    Anyways, my opinion on Anthem is, it's a beautiful work of art, that has me hooked like no game has in about 5 years. The game play is addicting, the Story is interesting, the world is unique, and i can tell how much Bio-ware cares about this game
    my head says, "Okay, its fun but it has some flaws, give it a 8 or 9 at the most."

    But, when a game is able to bring me back to the days of staring at the clock waiting until i can go home and play it, and that felling of " Okay, just one more" at 2 A.M. How can i not say that this game is a 10? ........ FOR ME.
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  84. Mar 1, 2019
    8
    This game is exhilarating with astonishing visuals. I'm having a blast so far.
    I also liked the narrative storytelling. Finally something worth to fighting for. I liked THE CENOTAPH cutscene which gives you a reason for doing what you doing. Javelins are awesome and almost everything can be earned by grinding. This game isn't perfect. Have some flaws , but, it definitely doesn't
    This game is exhilarating with astonishing visuals. I'm having a blast so far.
    I also liked the narrative storytelling. Finally something worth to fighting for. I liked THE CENOTAPH cutscene which gives you a reason for doing what you doing. Javelins are awesome and almost everything can be earned by grinding. This game isn't perfect. Have some flaws , but, it definitely doesn't deserve the hate that it gets
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  85. Mar 1, 2019
    8
    I am 40hrs in on Anthem and I am still enjoying it.
    There was a lot of hate and bad reviews and I will not lie, I was a game I was REALLY looking forward to the game so I was heart broken. Still, I took a chance. There have been many games that have had problems at launch and have came back phenomenally and thats what I am hoping for. The thing is though, I havent really experienced and
    I am 40hrs in on Anthem and I am still enjoying it.
    There was a lot of hate and bad reviews and I will not lie, I was a game I was REALLY looking forward to the game so I was heart broken. Still, I took a chance. There have been many games that have had problems at launch and have came back phenomenally and thats what I am hoping for. The thing is though, I havent really experienced and game breaking bugs, lag or rubber banding, cut scene mishaps etc etc. My game has ran well. The developers have laid out a great road map and seem to be listening to the community which is fantastic. The game still has its flaws though like no chat client, bad UI, not currently supporting SLI ( devs confirmed its coming though), and not much variety in player or weapon cosmetics. Weapon variety is just thin all around.

    Everything I just mentioned kind of fades away though as soon as I start flying around in my Javelin. The game play is veeeery fun, the graphics are gorgeous, I think the sound design is good, the sound track is great, and playing with friends makes it all the more worth while. I did recommend this to my friends who were not interested and they saw me playing it a bunch so they took a chance and they enjoy it too. It was a solid purchase.
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  86. Feb 26, 2019
    10
    10 just for make some justice here.
    Like another complex multiplayer game, have some bugs, but it's funny how we can spend more than 50 hours in a game with a score like this. Destiny 2 got a avarage of 8.5 of critics and 3.0 of users...
    I played thousand hours on destiny 1,2 and the division, the most valuable similar anthem games. Anthem is in right direction.
  87. Feb 23, 2019
    9
    I genuinely don't understand why there's so much hate over this game. I've been playing for about 10 hours now and absolutely love it. Sure, there's some things that could use some work, but damn the gameplay is the most satisfying I've felt in a long time.
  88. Mar 5, 2019
    9
    Anthem is great. Combat is fun and unique. The game has some early loot table issues and a lot of loading screens, but those are the only issues I have experienced. These relatively small issues are nothing when you consider the amazingly fun combat that makes you feel like a literal superhero.
  89. Feb 27, 2019
    10
    The game is not fully polished yet, But if you can get past the bugs and loading screens which will improve as time goes on, you will see the game for what it is, I Fantastic experience. I am not really into story lines so TBH i skipped skipped and skipped through just about all the conversations.

    But what I do enjoy a lot is the game play, its rock solid. Everything feels heavy and
    The game is not fully polished yet, But if you can get past the bugs and loading screens which will improve as time goes on, you will see the game for what it is, I Fantastic experience. I am not really into story lines so TBH i skipped skipped and skipped through just about all the conversations.

    But what I do enjoy a lot is the game play, its rock solid. Everything feels heavy and powerful and visuals, sound, atmosphere incredible. Could it be improved yes but I am not disappointed with this purchase at all.
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  90. Feb 23, 2019
    9
    Awesome game. Awesome graphics, optimisation and game-play! Yeah, its not enough content right now, but absolutely promising.
  91. Feb 27, 2019
    9
    If you can get over the fact that there isn't much story and that a lot of BioWares core strengths haven't been expressed that much, it's actually a good game. The gameplay is fun, the graphics are awesome and when the bugs are fixed and they start realizing more content the game will be even better.

    Don't be put of by the many reviews that are more about EA than the game itself and
    If you can get over the fact that there isn't much story and that a lot of BioWares core strengths haven't been expressed that much, it's actually a good game. The gameplay is fun, the graphics are awesome and when the bugs are fixed and they start realizing more content the game will be even better.

    Don't be put of by the many reviews that are more about EA than the game itself and keep away from negative YouTubers aiming for clickbait. It's worth a try :)
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  92. Mar 11, 2019
    9
    TLDR: Has some flaws and needs a larger story drop soon, but an over all fun experience.
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    Most people are used to BioWare games having amazing stories; even Mass Effect Andromeda had a good enough story to keep people engaged through one play through. If you're coming in to Anthem for a fully complete, comprehensive story, then you'll be disappointed. There are threads of a
    TLDR: Has some flaws and needs a larger story drop soon, but an over all fun experience.
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    Most people are used to BioWare games having amazing stories; even Mass Effect Andromeda had a good enough story to keep people engaged through one play through.

    If you're coming in to Anthem for a fully complete, comprehensive story, then you'll be disappointed. There are threads of a story here, and it's very much like the first episode or two of a television series. You get just enough to make you curious, but not enough to satisfy.

    If you're coming into Anthem for a third-person shooter with some pretty decent mechanics, then you'll have fun. In this case it's like Destiny, where you could blast through the story, then not have much to do until the next set of content came out. You would still run through the EDZ, or the old Cosmodrome, gathering materials to make yourself stronger. End game Anthem is much the same way.
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  93. Mar 1, 2019
    8
    Is it Mass Effect ? Most definitely NOT. Is it a bad game ? No. Like all games in their early stage it has issues but almost every online game has server issues on the first launch week. It is a fun game, with good "gunplay" decent although kind of cliche story that IF supported will be one to remember. Don't get up on the hate wagon so easily. I don't like EA either that doesn't meanIs it Mass Effect ? Most definitely NOT. Is it a bad game ? No. Like all games in their early stage it has issues but almost every online game has server issues on the first launch week. It is a fun game, with good "gunplay" decent although kind of cliche story that IF supported will be one to remember. Don't get up on the hate wagon so easily. I don't like EA either that doesn't mean Anthem is a bad game Expand
  94. Feb 26, 2019
    10
    dont understand how a human being doesn"t like that game. full of fun dont listen those haters.
  95. Feb 28, 2019
    9
    I'm enjoying the hell out of the game. I don't have friends who play games, so I love the auto match making. It's also great that we can all play together at different levels. The graphics are gorgeous on pc. I did have to buy an xbox controller to play. It's pretty impossible to fly and shoot with mouse and keyboard. I do love the fact that I can switch between the keyboard and controllerI'm enjoying the hell out of the game. I don't have friends who play games, so I love the auto match making. It's also great that we can all play together at different levels. The graphics are gorgeous on pc. I did have to buy an xbox controller to play. It's pretty impossible to fly and shoot with mouse and keyboard. I do love the fact that I can switch between the keyboard and controller at any time and the game immediately recognizes it. I'm playing with an i7 and 1060 card. I have no issues, everything looks and plays great, except for the long loading screens. I have an ssd, this should not be happening. Expand
  96. Feb 26, 2019
    9
    I can pretty much sum my review up in two words. Loving It.

    It does have its flaws, biggest issues I've seen so far were occasional freezes and audio failures (though these later turned out to be an issue with my NVIDIA drivers than the game itself), but the game itself seems solid enough for a game that's been out less than a fortnight. The characters and storyline represent
    I can pretty much sum my review up in two words. Loving It.

    It does have its flaws, biggest issues I've seen so far were occasional freezes and audio failures (though these later turned out to be an issue with my NVIDIA drivers than the game itself), but the game itself seems solid enough for a game that's been out less than a fortnight.

    The characters and storyline represent BioWare's typical skill at worldbuilding and character building, and though I usually prefer a little more customisation in my characters, I can understand that given the way the game is designed doesn't lend itself to seeing your character's face very much it would have been rather irrelevant to add a fully in-depth creator, since the preset options you get are wide-ranging enough to fill all tastes and don't look like they walked out of the Uncanny Valley (I'm looking at you, Andromeda!)

    The combat and flight system is genuinely my favourite part of the game, it's so responsive and streamlined that I can go from fighting to flying and back to fighting with almost no interruption between them.

    The world itself (in terms of appearance, not setting) is simply stunning, there's no other way to put it. I could just spend all day exploring it and find a million small things to investigate or a thousand beautiful vistas to survey, and I'd still only have scratched the surface.

    Anthem is a game in its infancy. There'll be problems, what game launches without them these days, but Anthem has the promise to be able to do what the likes of Destiny has consistently failed to do; continue and thrive.

    It is only a shame that some would drag it down just based on their hatred for EA or what they perceive to be BioWare's fall from grace, but I think Anthem could be the step back from the brink that BioWare needs to re-establish themselves, and my hopes for the future of their other flagship series have been restored.
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  97. Feb 26, 2019
    9
    If you like just having fun and realize this is a new venture of online service type game from a Publisher(BioWare) which has not done before and can see the potential that a game could have then this is a game for you.

    Yes there are a lot of reviews out there that have given this game a not so stellar review but as a consumer we have to become more critical of those reviewers which
    If you like just having fun and realize this is a new venture of online service type game from a Publisher(BioWare) which has not done before and can see the potential that a game could have then this is a game for you.

    Yes there are a lot of reviews out there that have given this game a not so stellar review but as a consumer we have to become more critical of those reviewers which most of us have grown to love and that is to see if perhaps this game may not be for them or had to high of expectations.

    The core aspect of the game is without a doubt entirely a fun ride all together though you have to ask yourself what you are looking for from Anthem. If you do not mind grinding endlessly with more of a focus on the abilities for loot then perhaps this game may be for you. People express that the grind is to much for less than stellar rewards well got a news article for you for pretty much every game like WoW, Destiny 2, Division to name a few all have grinding aspects to their game which at times to some people may not be as stellar as the next person.

    Connection problems are a bane for most online games at their inception and some companies tend to have better luck in regards to expecting it. The whole aspect is that with a release there are multiple variations of computer equipment as well as programs running that may interfere with the service you are getting though last time I heard they are continuously releasing patches as well as addressing them with their best solution they can make. I at times get the sound bug but that does not halt my enjoyment of the game though yes it is a bit of a nuisance to me to have to restart but it is usually quick for me to get back into the swing of things. Sometimes when I go do something in particular I drop like in a mission but the good thing is that when I relaunch and as long as that mission is in progress I can rejoin or perhaps it is ended so I just have to launch another mission and all the loot I acquired is still there saved.

    All in all I am having fun and I do recommend this game for to me I have gotten my money's worth out of the game and the good news is that if I need to take a break due to a new game coming out that I want to play I can always return and be able to be right next to my friends for the future DLCs are all free as they say but time will tell.
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  98. Feb 27, 2019
    8
    Los haters se hacen con la bandera al parecer , ¿un 3 a este juego de veras? solo por los graficos ya se merece un 5 así que no me J... (Sigan leyendo y daré mis argumentos)

    Está claro que es un mata mata si no te gustan... ¿porque juegas? ¿esperabas otra cosa? ¿te han roto las expectativas y pones críticas negativas por ello? ¿Un juego que estas intensamente jugando 50 horas sin
    Los haters se hacen con la bandera al parecer , ¿un 3 a este juego de veras? solo por los graficos ya se merece un 5 así que no me J... (Sigan leyendo y daré mis argumentos)

    Está claro que es un mata mata si no te gustan... ¿porque juegas? ¿esperabas otra cosa? ¿te han roto las expectativas y pones críticas negativas por ello?

    ¿Un juego que estas intensamente jugando 50 horas sin parar y lo ves falto de contenido cuando en la play vemos algunos que tienen unas 6 h?

    Pienso que debeis de preguntaros si con vuestras críticas al gremio del juego le hacéis bien o lo que hacéis es conseguir más Regueton en en vez de más grupos como Rollings stones, Queens o los Beatles.

    POSITIVO

    - Visualmente: Simplemente nada que añadir pues vuestros ojos la realidad es imposible que la nieguen solo faltaba que los heates dijeran pues a mi me gustaría que fuera menos realista y que se viera mas cartoon como el fornite.

    - Interfaz: Completamente moderna, muy distinta a lo que estamos acostumbrado a ver por tanto creo que es necesario mencionarlo.

    - DLC: Gratuitos, no como Destiny que el juego te salia a 200 euros el juego a la larga. (y yo soy de los que lo tienen y a jugado muchísimo a destiny)

    - Nivel de juego: Tiene para elegir el nivel de dificultad que quieras como en Diablo III lo cual me parece muy interesante todo el mundo no es un PRO ni juega 6 h diarias.

    - Puedes Volar y control del mismo: Es super realista realmente parece que has cogido uno de los robots de Avatar y estás luchando contra los indígenas del planeta.

    - Escenarios: Tienen distintas alturas, te disparan desde montañas francotiradores, tienes que deshacerse de ellos para que puedas matar a los enemigos del suelo, lo cual hace que sea interesantisimo la organización del equipo para conseguir los objetivos.

    - Combos: Para sacar el mayor partido a tu alabarda lo mejor es conseguir hacerlo

    - Historia: Todo el mundo se queja de que los juegos no tienen historia, de que el contenido del lore es vacío, este es prácticamente una película en la

    - Idioma: Salio en español de primeras y con un doblaje que no es el mejor pero si aceptable.

    - Cinemáticas: Espectaculares, la gesticulación de los personajes es brutal.

    - Precio: Posibilidad de pagar 15 euros y tenerlo 1 mes para probarlo... me parece genial los mejores 15 euros invertidos de mi vida ni en una peli me divierto tanto como pasandome la historia de este juego. Y el cine os recuerdo que vale 7 pavos por 1h y media de ocio (sin contar palomitas y cocacola)

    NEGATIVO

    - Loot: Es un poco random pero sinceramente en el Diablo III (hablo desde este juego porque me parece una mecánica parecida aunque totalmente distintos).

    - Repetitivo: En algunos momentos puede ser repetitivo porque va corto de valuartes. Pero.. nada mas lejos que de un juego que acaba de salir y va a meter parches al mes siguiente metiendo 1 nueva raza como han comentado ya.

    - No se puede jugar en cualquier pc: Cierto .... pero su calidad es por lo que se aposto y el listón de los gráficos no se podia bajar mas puesto que en la E3 ya lo pusieron muy alto y creo que de ahi vienen todas las críticas la gente pensaba que iba a jugar una cinemática.. y claramente los PC a la calidad de la E3 rebentarian.

    - La IA: ¿que IA? pienso que las quejas sobre esto son tonterías puesto que es un mata mata no tienen porque tenerla , pero bueno ... como todo si , podria ser una peguita y se puede mejorar claro está.

    - El focus de los bichos: Bueno el focus es un poco random y eso... creo que deberian de mirarlo.

    Me salen muchos más PROS que CONTRAS que le hacemos. Pero ustedes diran.
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  99. Mar 2, 2019
    10
    Except the bugs and crashes that are all fixable, or will be fixed, the best mmo-RPG fantasy shooter i have ever played. The overall feeling when playing this game is a must.
  100. Mar 8, 2019
    8
    It's honestly disappointing how much hate Anthem is getting. I believe people are channeling their hatred of EA and their disappointment of other Shooter Looters and Games as a Services models onto Anthem. Even before it launched, people were preparing to dump on it. If you don't like Shooter Looters or Games as a Service models then why did you buy Anthem. It was well communicated asIt's honestly disappointing how much hate Anthem is getting. I believe people are channeling their hatred of EA and their disappointment of other Shooter Looters and Games as a Services models onto Anthem. Even before it launched, people were preparing to dump on it. If you don't like Shooter Looters or Games as a Service models then why did you buy Anthem. It was well communicated as that before launch.

    I've played Destiny (not the sequel) and the Division and honestly Anthem is what I wanted them to be. There's a lot of world building, your character is fully voiced (with options to choose from) and the game play is great with a lot of options for combat and customization. Additionally, the world you play in is large and well developed and they weren't lying when they emphasized verticality. It really adds to the game play and even just getting from point A to B is fun.

    I'm actually not the biggest fan of Shooter Looters, one of my gripes is that the enemies that are bullet sponges just don't make sense, but they do in Anthem. The foes that take a lot of damage to kill make sense. They're either heavily armored units or huge vehicles and titans, and I'm not questioning why they take so much damage. Additionally, there's actually variety to game play. Yes, most quests are excuses to get from point A to B to shoot a variety of enemies, but there's also puzzles and other quests. Something you don't see a lot in Shooter Looters.

    Also, yes there's micro-transactions and they charge more than they should, but anything you can buy with money you can buy using coin you earn in game. Also, just the beginning armor is awesome.

    If you have some principled distaste for Shooter Looters and Games as a Service then sure, stray away from this, but it's actually a good game and I don't want it to die an early death because of people preexisting prejudices.
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Metascore
59

Mixed or average reviews - based on 76 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 5 out of 76
  2. Negative: 9 out of 76
  1. Game World Navigator Magazine
    May 15, 2019
    69
    After a while, suspicion sets in: perhaps EA doesn’t believe in BioWare anymore, and had them release not only unpolished, but basically unfinished product to cut losses and avoid another total rework. [Issue#237, p.44]
  2. Apr 20, 2019
    56
    If you want to see Anthem’s lush jungle and glistening Javelins, do it right away — this game is losing audience fast, and there’s almost nothing to do after the campaign ends. Or check it out on YouTube to save yourself some nerves and money.
  3. Apr 8, 2019
    60
    It's obvious that Anthem didn't have enough development time, but had some great potential. It's a real shame, that everything turned out this way. Even now, the game can bring out positive emotions. Hasty climbers have sudden falls. No matter how ironic this proverb may seem, it's incredibly relevant for Anthem.