Anthem

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Generally unfavorable reviews- based on 3707 Ratings

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  1. Mysticyde
    Feb 22, 2019
    0
    Imagine doing the same encounter over and over and over and over and over. That's essentially Anthem. Boring.

    Story is nonexistent. No interesting NPCs exist and are there just to waste your time and pad the game. They had to cut 3 hours out of the 13 hour campaign in an update because it sucked and people think this is a positive thing. Since when is cutting THREE HOURS of your    Imagine doing the same encounter over and over and over and over and over. That's essentially Anthem. Boring.

    Story is nonexistent. No interesting NPCs exist and are there just to waste your time and pad the game.

    They had to cut 3 hours out of the 13 hour campaign in an update because it sucked and people think this is a positive thing. Since when is cutting THREE HOURS of your campaign a good thing? That's just a testament to how bad this game sucks because I've never heard of any other game ever doing something like this.

    End game is also very limited. You'll experience all of it in a few hours. So if you are hoping for a good end game experience, I'm sorry but you will not get that.    … Expand
  2. Jarofdirts
    Feb 22, 2019
    0
    Anthem is probably the worst game ive play in years. The game is beautiful but unfinished and was rushed out the door like most games nowadays.. The loading times, disconnects, boring NPCs, garbage story, repetitive pointless content, micro-transactions on a full price game... hah yeah, take this fat 0. if I wanted to stare a scenery, ide just go outside. I will never purchase anotherAnthem is probably the worst game ive play in years. The game is beautiful but unfinished and was rushed out the door like most games nowadays.. The loading times, disconnects, boring NPCs, garbage story, repetitive pointless content, micro-transactions on a full price game... hah yeah, take this fat 0. if I wanted to stare a scenery, ide just go outside. I will never purchase another game from both the developer (BioWare) and publisher (EA).… Expand
  3. EmpyriusGamer
    Feb 22, 2019
    8
    Great game with good developer communication and game play. Yes there are bugs, long loading screens, balance issues, etc) but overall nothing game breaking. Facial animations and cut scenes are great, dialog is vastly improved from previous games (cough Andromeda).

    Most of the hate is coming from people expecting the game to be a failure and will not allow anytime for the game to    Great game with good developer communication and game play. Yes there are bugs, long loading screens, balance issues, etc) but overall nothing game breaking. Facial animations and cut scenes are great, dialog is vastly improved from previous games (cough Andromeda).

    Most of the hate is coming from people expecting the game to be a failure and will not allow anytime for the game to adjust. For example, the time from VIP demo (beta) and public demo (beta) many great improvements were done. Within first week of VIP release hot fixes and patches to address issues and concerns has already been performed (Quest requirement changes and the loading screen times have been reduced).

    Any game that is online will have bugs and broken aspects (Black Ops had the gliding glitch that allows players to jump and glide to get speed faster), Grand theft auto 5 has hackers in multiplayer that destroyed economy, and many many more examples.

    The major thing that is different is the expectation for the game is to fail and thus people already write it off. Give the game a chance to actually release to the public before people write it off... let the game play for a month or two before its declared dead)    … Expand
  4. Balguren
    Feb 22, 2019
    1
    A weak lacking content that isn't the same looks fof mist areas not much variety buggy greedy cosmetic store yet beautiful graphics except for tye still npc faces as well as very nice controls. Kinda feels like Fallout 76's twin just more beautiful.
  5. Valenten
    Feb 22, 2019
    9
    The games core game play loop is really fun and rewarding. While I was playing the story and the first character you really chat with outside of the opening cut scene Owen was really entertaining. Then as the story progressed I found myself caring about the characters more and more specifically Faye and Haluk. Overall I think its a great story has its highs and lows as any story does butThe games core game play loop is really fun and rewarding. While I was playing the story and the first character you really chat with outside of the opening cut scene Owen was really entertaining. Then as the story progressed I found myself caring about the characters more and more specifically Faye and Haluk. Overall I think its a great story has its highs and lows as any story does but overall its pretty great. Classic bad guy wants to gain ultimate power and we have to stop him kind of thing least for now since this is going to be an ever growing story. You will need to keep in mind that this is not a single player RPG while playing this though so dont expect your actions to have an impact on this since its a shared world between all players. Though your side conversations with npcs in Fort Tarsis will have different outcomes from other players but im not sure if you will see it affect the story. There are loading screens but bioware has mentioned multiple times that they are working on shortening them. Dont listen to the people complaining about the tombs mission as bioware made it so that everything required for the mission is tracked from level 3 and onward. They have listened to our feedback from the early access and have implemented a fair bit of it that they could in a short time. Some of the other things we have requested and reported as an issue will take a longer time to fix. Taking all of this into consideration I think the game is worth the money for the enjoyment I have gotten out of it. Ive put around 70 hours between the early access and the demo and the game is still very enjoyable.… Expand
  6. Chemman314
    Feb 22, 2019
    1
    The developers of Anthem created a visually stunning world. However, the positives for the game end there. The game was released unfinished in that it lacks a great story, meaningful end game content, and a large array of post-game challenges. Additionally, the intended grind of the game is made more unbearable by the incredibly slow loading screens.
  7. KaitoDBM
    Feb 22, 2019
    10
    One of the best gunplay I played in my life, unfair criticism actually. Play the game and take you own opinion.
  8. CommissarWolf
    Feb 22, 2019
    2
    Lots of fake accounts coming on here to give 10s so I had to get in here and counter balance. Game play loops are boring, the characters are uninteresting, the story makes you watch the best parts as cut scenes instead of partaking in them, main character is generic, the gun play is uninspired with many bullet sponges to shoot, and most of the javelins are interesting, but needed more toLots of fake accounts coming on here to give 10s so I had to get in here and counter balance. Game play loops are boring, the characters are uninteresting, the story makes you watch the best parts as cut scenes instead of partaking in them, main character is generic, the gun play is uninspired with many bullet sponges to shoot, and most of the javelins are interesting, but needed more to make them actually stand out more. The flying is really cool, making you wonder why there weren't air battles. The game legitimately looks incredible, but that is the only thing it has going for it. Also Fort Tarsis is so drab and feels dead as the NPCs rarely produce any sound or feel like they are there at all.… Expand
  9. MontaukMon
    Feb 22, 2019
    8
    I'm not experiencing the long load times that seem to plague everybody else. The game seems to run perfectly fine for me with 60fps at 2k with video settings set around "High". I'm having a lot of fun going on expeditions, running through the story, and learning the lore. It's one of the few games that I've had fun playing multi-player, and generally I'm into Bioware for their singleI'm not experiencing the long load times that seem to plague everybody else. The game seems to run perfectly fine for me with 60fps at 2k with video settings set around "High". I'm having a lot of fun going on expeditions, running through the story, and learning the lore. It's one of the few games that I've had fun playing multi-player, and generally I'm into Bioware for their single player experiences. I like the NPCs and the investment Bioware made to capture the actors' facial expressions looks really, really great! Every time I visit Fort Tharsis, I notice new stuff or new NPCs and conversations. I've been taking my time to explore the environments and looking studying the detail put into the models of the local species. With all of the events planned over the rest of the year, I'm looking forward to what's next and I haven't even gotten to the end game yet. I understand why some people are disappointed especially if the game runs poorly for them, but I'm having a blast. I want Bioware and Anthem to do well and I believe that it will only get better from here. I would love to see them expand the biomes and roll out more, richer story arcs.… Expand
  10. lilButton
    Feb 22, 2019
    10
    Created an account just to review this to try to counter the haters.
    Yes, the game isn't complete. Yes, the story isn't as "long" as some of Bioware's other releases. Yes, end game is a little repetitive.
    Now for the best parts... The game isn't finished! They have big plans to continue to add content, improve gameplay, and are actually responding exactly how you'd want a team    Created an account just to review this to try to counter the haters.
    Yes, the game isn't complete. Yes, the story isn't as "long" as some of Bioware's other releases. Yes, end game is a little repetitive.

    Now for the best parts...
    The game isn't finished! They have big plans to continue to add content, improve gameplay, and are actually responding exactly how you'd want a team committed to their project to respond!

    There's planned and already developed content and they are listening to the customer base to make quality of life improvements. 15-30 hrs of content will likely become 40-50 as new stuff is released.

    This mindset of having to have a fully fleshed out game on release is archaic and problematic for games like this. If the game is fun and playable, why not start playing while it develops even further?

    The largest crowd funded game (Star Citizen) has raised hundreds of millions and doesn't have a released product yet. Its BETA is playable, and I've happily committed $ there too, but I have happily paid for the game knowing what the game COULD become with my support.
    Athena isn't any different. It's a game that they want to grow and continue to evolve. Invest now and support it's development. Enjoy a fun game that's just going to get better.

    All these haters just want to be seen as important nay sayers and are simply restating what each other say... there's no creativity or imagination to their complaints. They're dry and repetitive. Now if only they can evolve with the times. Fully developed games were important to have fleshed out using old technologies like floppy drives.

    Most of the best games of our day continued to evolve. World of Warcraft, Destiny, Borderlands... the attention the game was given post release in each of those cases was far more important than the initial release.
    I'm all but hoping this game has the opportunity to become what it should become before the haters just looking spread salt have their way.
    Why is it that small or narrow-minded men must tear down that which is greater than themselves    … Expand
  11. Beliskner
    Feb 22, 2019
    1
    A failure of planning and execution of core facets of the game leading to a product with small glimmers of hope, underneath a crushing mountain of issues, many of which may never be able to be fixed, even if they wanted to.

    In any other case, leaving Bioware to their own devices for 6 years would be a fantastic idea yielding a truly special product. What we got, however, was a    A failure of planning and execution of core facets of the game leading to a product with small glimmers of hope, underneath a crushing mountain of issues, many of which may never be able to be fixed, even if they wanted to.

    In any other case, leaving Bioware to their own devices for 6 years would be a fantastic idea yielding a truly special product. What we got, however, was a monumental disappointment to those hyped for the game, and those long time fans of Bioware, who have come to expect a level of quality and polish from the studio, and certainly weren't expecting such a mess    … Expand
  12. SumoTbagg
    Feb 22, 2019
    10
    I have played this game since beta and can say the positives outweigh the negatives a lot. New IP great graphics solid flight and fight mechanics, it is fun. I have read a lot of reviews and I sometime wonder do they really play games or just listen to the others. They didn't lie to me like Destiny!!! It has time to explain! I have followed the developers notes and understand the processI have played this game since beta and can say the positives outweigh the negatives a lot. New IP great graphics solid flight and fight mechanics, it is fun. I have read a lot of reviews and I sometime wonder do they really play games or just listen to the others. They didn't lie to me like Destiny!!! It has time to explain! I have followed the developers notes and understand the process and it seems transparent. Also the game style and missions including end game require you to have more patience than a 2yr old if you do you can easily see there is more to the game than people mad they have to do a combo or find a chest. I remember ESO had similar chatter and hate but its one of the best out currently and its not perfect. There are some life improvements needed but the concept and game are fun and needed in this market of free battle royal fluff. I am a gamer this is a new IP and I'm enjoying the ride.… Expand
  13. arielceres
    Feb 22, 2019
    10
    Anthem is wonderful and amazing to play. I really enjoyed to play, flying and the endless battle.
  14. DukeKemppy91
    Feb 22, 2019
    10
    Coming from games like The Division and Destiny, I can say with a level of confidence that this game is in a much better spot to be a knock out. The mechanics are refreshing, with the added mobility of flight that can make the difference between walking away a champion, or lying in a pool of your own blood. The gun play is top notch, by far the best feeling is emptying a clip into anComing from games like The Division and Destiny, I can say with a level of confidence that this game is in a much better spot to be a knock out. The mechanics are refreshing, with the added mobility of flight that can make the difference between walking away a champion, or lying in a pool of your own blood. The gun play is top notch, by far the best feeling is emptying a clip into an enemy. And there is always that moment of suspense when you hear a slight ding, letting you know you just got loot, and your dying to see what it is. The world as well, utterly amazing, You could easily just fly (Yes fly) around and find new things for hours, I would know as I have almost 50 hours at this point invested into the game, although I would say 2-3 hours of that is purely in customization. The color options and options available are amazing, and the premium items are so easily earned through in game grinding that you will never have to spend a cent more unless you cannot be bothered spending 2-3 hours grinding out the coin.

    The story is a little generic right now, and the contracts can seem a bit repetitive, and after a little bit you may want a break, and the load screens can be....painful at times (If you are on PC load it onto an SSD, will cut the load time down substantially)

    If you want a game that is like hey day Destiny, or the Division, then this is not for you. If your after a game that looks to be in a much better starting spot then the two, with a greater possibility to expand due to how the lore and world is set up, then this will be by far the best option out there, just dont go in expecting to find the diamond without allowing some polishing to happen first.    … Expand
  15. UsernameMax14
    Feb 22, 2019
    4
    This game had the potential to be one of the greatest experience of this year. Great graphics and mechanic, good looking environment and mecha armors which I LOVE.

    But there is one HUGE problem and it is ea, when those %#$% who are responsible for decisions will stop ruing game after game and will learn that greed and dumb decisions don't lead to success. There is a long list of    This game had the potential to be one of the greatest experience of this year. Great graphics and mechanic, good looking environment and mecha armors which I LOVE.

    But there is one HUGE problem and it is ea, when those %#$% who are responsible for decisions will stop ruing game after game and will learn that greed and dumb decisions don't lead to success.

    There is a long list of problems:
    -A rush release which includes:
    -"Dead" hub.
    -Cheesy and horrible dialogs made for political correctness.
    -A terribly average campaign
    -Boring grinding
    -And boring missions often without sens.
    -Load screens and load screens again
    -If you die, you can't respawn, and you have wait until someone reviews you
    -lack of diversity of surroundings.
    -Awful fast endgame and poor difficulty changes
    -Poor loot system.
    -and go on...

    It is not a game made by BioWare. It is a game made by greedy ea. Which words you translate as a: "I like money!" every time when they talk about game experience, diversity etc. It is all about the maximum profit made by stupid decisions to please shareholders. There is no other explanation of how the game witch HUGE potential is ruined once again for short term benefits and "infinity" growth for shareholders. When they will learn that there is no such thing like infinity growth. Bye, bye BioWare.    … Expand
  16. LPerro
    Feb 22, 2019
    3
    Anthem looked very promising before its release, something that most games share with each other when a big publisher is in charge of the marketing. However, the mostly transparent and very down-to-the-community approach that the devs took by being very active on twitter, reddit and on their livestreams build up at least hope, that Bioware would've found back to their former glory.

    And    Anthem looked very promising before its release, something that most games share with each other when a big publisher is in charge of the marketing. However, the mostly transparent and very down-to-the-community approach that the devs took by being very active on twitter, reddit and on their livestreams build up at least hope, that Bioware would've found back to their former glory.

    And at its core, Anthem is a really strong game. The gunplay is solid, the different Javelins with their unique abilities have a good flow to them (despite some balancing issues) and the flying is not just a gimmick but something to factor in on every encounter. When there is one thing, where the game lives up to its expectations, it is the javelin design and the combat system surrounding it.

    However, the good core of the combat is overshadowed by technical issues and a repetitive gameplay that rarely motivates you to spend time in the 'so called' endgame.

    Technical Issues / Performance:
    First up: If you don't own an SSD, don't play Anthem. The game has loading screens for everything, including the Forge (which is there you change your items/javelin build) and it will take between 40-90 seconds (depending on the activity) to leave the loading screen. Sometimes, you even get a loading screen on top of a loading screen because the rest of your team already headed forward and the game forcibly pulls you to the rest of your team, which results in another loading screen.

    There is a a sheer abundance of glitches and bugs that accompany the performance of the game which makes playing Anthem an ongoing gamble if you can actually play a mission or stronghold at all or if you have to reload everything, sometimes multiple times. It is fair to say that the state in which Anthem launched, is a complete embarrasment to their QA team or whoever is responsible for that mess that is in a worse technical state than the demo.

    Gameplay:
    The gameplay of Anthem knows only three specific types of game encounters:
    > Point Defense
    > Fetch numbers of item A and bring it to ooint B
    > Kill stuff until your mission updates

    Those three pillars of mission design repeat themselves over and over, even within the storyline, where Bioware could have gone nuts with all the cool stuff their storyline had to offer, if it had been properly executed. The game doesn't try to hide the three game mechanics from you and it doesn't try to mask it. Instead you kill the same 2-3 types of enemies of enemies over and over again, fetch the same items (not even those change, there are like 2-3 presets for them as well) until you get one unique bossfight at the end of the storyline and thats literally it.

    The strongholds, which are supposed to be the endgame activity, have, despite a plethora of technical issues (which caused Bioware to deactivate quickplay for them temporarily) a good design despite the third one, which is just the last story mission tagged as a Stronghold.

    Storyline:
    Bioware is known for their good and deep story in their games and in some interviews, they also acknowledged, that story would be a centerpiece of Anthem as well. However, the story itself was bland and uninspired and felt much more like an introduction to something bigger that we have yet to see. Sometimes there are bits where your character interacts with his dialogue partner, mostly during lenghty dialogue cutscenes and in those moments, you can really see that Bioware still got what it takes to tell a good story. Those cutscenes really sucked me in but where far too rare in order to make the otherwise bland story special.

    The world of Anthem is so rich with interesting characters and unique features, however compared to their previous games, Anthem fails to tell an interesting storyline. In fact, the main campaign isn't even in line with their leveling curve and I finished the main storyline at around level 19 of 30 and had to grind 11 levels in strongholds, missions and contracts until I was able to experience the endgame.

    Endgame:
    Anthems endgame is currently pretty much non-existent. If you had to call some part of the game "endgame", it would be unlocking the Grandmaster difficulties and playing the same three strongholds over and over in order to achieve legendary and masterwork items. And in fact, I think that would keep people at least entertained until their content patch in march hits. The numerous technical issues and horrendous loading times however, do a perfect job of blocking you from enjoying that form of content.

    Verdict:
    Anthem has a strong base, but lacks in nearly every part despite its core gameplay, which is at least solid. You will only enjoy this game, if you somehow don't experience all the technical issues others are experiencing and if you fall in love with the gameworld. In any other case, I'd advise skipping this title. I think myself lucky that I only paid 15 Euros for EA premier access for this game.    … Expand
  17. Spauk
    Feb 22, 2019
    1
    Its one repetive dull mess of a game. It has several technical problems, but those are the least of its problems. Story is non-existent, despite people saying otherwise. A bunch of random voice lines in combat and a few cutscenes does not = a story.

    The classes are uninspired and dont progress at all. You start strong and funnily enough pretty much get weaker as the game goes on, but    Its one repetive dull mess of a game. It has several technical problems, but those are the least of its problems. Story is non-existent, despite people saying otherwise. A bunch of random voice lines in combat and a few cutscenes does not = a story.

    The classes are uninspired and dont progress at all. You start strong and funnily enough pretty much get weaker as the game goes on, but hey.. atleast your numbers go up I guess.

    It looks pretty good visually, so ill bump that 0 up to 1 just to be generous.    … Expand
  18. Ryser
    Feb 22, 2019
    6
    it's got a really good foundation to become a great game but as it stands now it's barebones are hell. If you don't mind waiting on more content to be released i would suggest waiting
  19. Oblamingo
    Feb 22, 2019
    0
    Попытка сделать еще одну Дестени, только без души, контента... Но зато с багами, вылетами, крашами но за фулпрайс. Дорогие EA идите в баню, дайте Биоварам делать то, что они умеют.
  20. Zyrael
    Feb 22, 2019
    8
    Many criticisms foist undue expectations onto a game based on developer not genre. Taken for what it is, Anthem is a bit sparse but the framework is incredible. It's the nature of the genre to be bulked over time. It's amazing to see low scores that are punctuated by "The gameplay is great and environments gorgeous.... 4.0" The logical disconnect is palpable. Games as a service are trickyMany criticisms foist undue expectations onto a game based on developer not genre. Taken for what it is, Anthem is a bit sparse but the framework is incredible. It's the nature of the genre to be bulked over time. It's amazing to see low scores that are punctuated by "The gameplay is great and environments gorgeous.... 4.0" The logical disconnect is palpable. Games as a service are tricky to review. Do you score the game or the service? The service is outstanding, the game is pretty good. The aggregate is a hopeful future for a largely empty world... or blank canvas depending on your perspective.… Expand
  21. TobyG
    Feb 22, 2019
    0
    Anthem is a boring, repetitive, baron, dull, lifeless, buggy unfinished mess to such a point about 6hrs in where my 2 friends simply gave up playing I tried to continue playing but 1hr later with loading screens and two crashes I found myself so pee'd off I gave up too, I'm 39yrs old and been gaming since I got an Atari 2600 as a kid and this is the first game I have ever walked away fromAnthem is a boring, repetitive, baron, dull, lifeless, buggy unfinished mess to such a point about 6hrs in where my 2 friends simply gave up playing I tried to continue playing but 1hr later with loading screens and two crashes I found myself so pee'd off I gave up too, I'm 39yrs old and been gaming since I got an Atari 2600 as a kid and this is the first game I have ever walked away from in disappointment.… Expand
  22. Possemaster
    Feb 22, 2019
    10
    Vet coole game. Zeker toekomst met alle gratis updates. Basis is prima emea toekomstige updates zullen dit een ervaring maken.
  23. backohead74
    Feb 22, 2019
    5
    Its not a terrible game its just not great. After all these years it is surprising everyone that Bioware couldn't do so much more with the world of Anthem. How do these companies manage to make a looter shooter so boring and bland? Look at the Borderland series for ****** sake? Imagine that type of loot table in Anthem? Imagine if you could add different parts to your Anthem for boosts andIts not a terrible game its just not great. After all these years it is surprising everyone that Bioware couldn't do so much more with the world of Anthem. How do these companies manage to make a looter shooter so boring and bland? Look at the Borderland series for ****** sake? Imagine that type of loot table in Anthem? Imagine if you could add different parts to your Anthem for boosts and awesome cosmetic choices that change the look of your Javelin (not just colors i am talking wings and guns and launchers, different legs, torsos etc.)? It gets boring fast, the Loot is not varied or different enough at all. The World is beautiful yet empty and the story is just so-so. The loading screens are horrific, even after the patch. Pass on this for $60 but it could be worth $15 bucks for a month of Origin Premiere cuz you can do everything in a month easily and id say its worth that if you like these types of games.… Expand
  24. Halato
    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.
  25. ShakeNBake
    Feb 22, 2019
    10
    One of the best new games of the last decade. No idea why people are giving this game bad reviews. Solid 10/10 from me and that's with 48hrs+ /played since launch. Gameplay is super fun, graphics are amazing, story is great, this game does not deserve any score less than 8/10. Outrage culture gone too far these days.
  26. ArcangelsLegion
    Feb 22, 2019
    9
    i dont understand why drama youtubers like that jackass YongYea and people are dogging this game. its good and has potential its a live service game just starting out and yet no one has given it a chance i am having fun playing it and Bioware has delivered on their promises. i guess everyone is spoiled and expecting the moon but if you like looter shooters that give you a challenge. idi dont understand why drama youtubers like that jackass YongYea and people are dogging this game. its good and has potential its a live service game just starting out and yet no one has given it a chance i am having fun playing it and Bioware has delivered on their promises. i guess everyone is spoiled and expecting the moon but if you like looter shooters that give you a challenge. id love to see this game flourish to its full potential.… Expand
  27. Hydrargyryum
    Feb 22, 2019
    10
    This game can improve in somethings its true, have some bugs and maybe is slow in the loading. But the game feels awesome with some changes can be a very good game. Maybe its a 8 of score or less but the people with 0, or 1 ? To much haters in this game i cant understand.
  28. kjmotz14
    Feb 22, 2019
    5
    Very disappointing. The game looks exceptional, and gameplay is excellent. But, that's about it. The entire experience is just incredibly shallow, empty, and soulless. The world is utterly devoid of life and energy -- the scenery is excellent, but it's just a barren wasteland -- nothing stands out or feels memorable. The story is flat and boring. And, the missions are just constantlyVery disappointing. The game looks exceptional, and gameplay is excellent. But, that's about it. The entire experience is just incredibly shallow, empty, and soulless. The world is utterly devoid of life and energy -- the scenery is excellent, but it's just a barren wasteland -- nothing stands out or feels memorable. The story is flat and boring. And, the missions are just constantly regurgitated and recycled -- the demo showed us most of what the full game had to offer -- and, it's not much ...

    Core design features also destroy immersion with constant loading screens, poorly designed menus, and a complete lack of basic features like squad communication, waypoint markers, ping systems, in-game menus, gear stats etc. In short the game feels very incomplete and unfinished. I've played demos that are more finished and polished than this "final" product.

    Sure, new content is coming -- but, that won't fix the many core issues that slowdown, cripple, and choke the life out of an experience that could have been amazing. This is far from the "Bob Dylan of video games" ...

    Sad really. I wanted this to blow me away.    … Expand
  29. defix
    Feb 22, 2019
    1
    Barely worth the 15 bucks for Premium. Uninstalled after 5 hours.
    If I want a looter shooter I'll just play Warframe,
    Good bye BioWare, was nice knowing you.
  30. AdiV
    Feb 22, 2019
    10
    The game, at least for me is actually enjoyable.
    I have about 40 hours in game, haven't finished the main story, haven't done any strongholds yet, haven't reached max level. I have just been enjoying the game.
    Yes, it has bugs, yes, it has little content. But that is no reason to give it a 0. Let's not forget that most live service game launch in a state with little content, and    The game, at least for me is actually enjoyable.
    I have about 40 hours in game, haven't finished the main story, haven't done any strongholds yet, haven't reached max level. I have just been enjoying the game.

    Yes, it has bugs, yes, it has little content. But that is no reason to give it a 0.
    Let's not forget that most live service game launch in a state with little content, and content gets added over time.

    If you rush to end-game, like most people do, of course you will finish it in 20-30 hours. This holds true for 60$ single player games as well.
    If you pace it out, and actually try to enjoy the good things, by the time you reach to end content, new content will be available.    … Expand
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Mixed or average reviews - based on 76 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 5 out of 76
  2. Mixed: 62 out of 76
  3. 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. Riot Pixels
    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.
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  3. PlayGround.ru
    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.
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