Crysis

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  1. Esthete
    Mar 19, 2019
    9
    Sandbox shooter it's how it's supposed to be. Plus graphics are still better than most games.
  2. JohnS
    Mar 21, 2010
    10
    Best shooter I've ever played. And I've played a lot, starting with Wolfenstien 3D, and even before that Dungeons of Daggorath if you want to consider a really old first person game. I can only play this game on medium detail, I have a low profile case, and as such I don't have the greatest GFX card in the world. I use a ATI Radeon HD 4650. I will say however, on medium, Best shooter I've ever played. And I've played a lot, starting with Wolfenstien 3D, and even before that Dungeons of Daggorath if you want to consider a really old first person game. I can only play this game on medium detail, I have a low profile case, and as such I don't have the greatest GFX card in the world. I use a ATI Radeon HD 4650. I will say however, on medium, this game looks great compared to most of the titles I have on the XBOX 360, and compared to most of the titles I have on the PC. It plays smooth, and I'm pleased with performance. It only helps to know that when I upgrade my computer a few months from now the game will scale up to it, unlike most of my titles. As far as game play, I don't understand what people really are talking about. This is what keeps me playing this game over 2 years after I have bought it. I love the fact that having a suit with only 4 options gives me so many ways to approach a situation. The enemy AI seems to act appropriately for most of my actions, but there are a few times I have to scratch my head. The plot was fine with me. Off the wall, yes... But gave the game a creepy feel to it, and kind of made the game two separate experiences with the same multitude of options to solve each. Overall, I just found this game fun. I've become kind of immune to the FPS craze, and while I've played games like Modern Warfare 2, and all the Halo games, Crysis is still the pinnacle of fun to me. Giving me the option to run and gun, or stand in the middle of a Korean Base fully cloaked. My one complaint, and it is a complaint in most games, the vehicles drive like cardboard boxes. In fact, the only fun I had was with the tank level, only because it was the only vehicle in the game that drove like it should. I definitely recommend this game. Just don't expect to get the highest settings out of it, but know that the game is fun and very playable at lower settings.… Expand
  3. Peradon
    Jan 4, 2011
    10
    This is one of the best games I have ever played, and certainly the best shooter. It has beautiful graphics that are a world away from the boring greys and browns of other shooters-each map is full of colour and is incredible to look at. The gameplay, too, is decent as it allows you to tackle each level and specific problem strategically, rather than the plain linear style of otherThis is one of the best games I have ever played, and certainly the best shooter. It has beautiful graphics that are a world away from the boring greys and browns of other shooters-each map is full of colour and is incredible to look at. The gameplay, too, is decent as it allows you to tackle each level and specific problem strategically, rather than the plain linear style of other shooters. This also means that dying is not a frustrating event, as when you respawn you can simply try a different route or tactic, rather than having to keep trying the same thing. The problem with the game is that after you enjoy fighting the Koreans on the surface of the island, you have to move underground and face the aliens that the game is based around in a slightly dull collection of levels. However, despite the fact that this part cannot match the incredible start of the game, it doesn't ruin the game like people say and it does feel necessary for the plot.… Expand
  4. Beaner
    Apr 13, 2012
    10
    Still my favorite shooter and I find myself reinstalling game from Steam every so often. Freedom to explore game world is unreal and numerous methods exist to dispatch your enemies. I personally prefer fighting the North Koreans than the aliens, so I do tend to restart the game after reaching the zero gravity stage. Still definitely worth a 10 and worth playing even in 2012. GraphicsStill my favorite shooter and I find myself reinstalling game from Steam every so often. Freedom to explore game world is unreal and numerous methods exist to dispatch your enemies. I personally prefer fighting the North Koreans than the aliens, so I do tend to restart the game after reaching the zero gravity stage. Still definitely worth a 10 and worth playing even in 2012. Graphics and story round out a clear FPS winner.… Expand
  5. Mystril
    Oct 24, 2011
    9
    This is one of the best FPS singleplayer campaigns out there. Enemies are varied enough to never feel like its the same thing over and over, the maps are big enough to shy away from the usual corridor feel, the graphics are awesome, the physics are very good, the story works very well. All in all it is a very solid game, and, if you don't have it yet, why are you reading about it here? go fetch!
  6. Cubixreviews
    Oct 9, 2012
    8
    Crysis is a fun shooter game, and really extreme. This game is like half sandbox, and It's really unique. Not perfect, but still fun. The graphics are pretty realistic and the body physics are amazing. I've spent my money worth.
  7. RealMuthaF
    Feb 6, 2013
    10
    One of the best shooters I've ever played in terms of graphics (obviously), gameplay (nano-suit modes are crazy) and plot (yeah, I enjoyed the storyline unlike many others) The only flaw is in the enemy AI while the enemies are smart, it's impossible to stealthily infiltrate any Korean outpost they'll notice you immediately. Still, that didn't stop me from beating the game like 3 or 4One of the best shooters I've ever played in terms of graphics (obviously), gameplay (nano-suit modes are crazy) and plot (yeah, I enjoyed the storyline unlike many others) The only flaw is in the enemy AI while the enemies are smart, it's impossible to stealthily infiltrate any Korean outpost they'll notice you immediately. Still, that didn't stop me from beating the game like 3 or 4 times. (I found it challenging and enjoyable to complete the game using mostly only fists nothing like seeing the scared face of a Korean soldier when grabbing his neck and same applies to the aliens where else can you punch a freaking squid alien to death?) To sum up superb game and it's a shame that the sequel went in an entirely different direction.… Expand
  8. SplatMan_DK
    Aug 23, 2013
    8
    Crysis sets the bar for open-world FPS games, no doubt. The engine is awesome and the graphics have aged extremely well (while the AI has not). The story and ending could have been a little more conclusive, but it that may be a matter of taste. The successors to this game might have achieved better scores if they had stuck with the open-world style used in the first installment of theCrysis sets the bar for open-world FPS games, no doubt. The engine is awesome and the graphics have aged extremely well (while the AI has not). The story and ending could have been a little more conclusive, but it that may be a matter of taste. The successors to this game might have achieved better scores if they had stuck with the open-world style used in the first installment of the series. Some sections can get a bit tedious (travelling long distances without getting spotted can take time) and a few things are poorly designed. For example when the game script wants you to do a particular thing, like battle a helicopter or stay in a particular area to finish a task, the script will give super-human abilities to your enemy who will then spot you through walls, trees and mountains (Halflife 2 does this as well so it may just be a way game designers force the player to stay on track). But at the and of the day it is a pleasent game, and one I have enjoyed completing more than once.… Expand
  9. Frenetik
    Oct 21, 2016
    8
    First of all, this is a game with excellent graphics that was way ahead of its time. The gameplay is fun all around combining sandbox elements with some scripted action sequences. The story feels rushed and the final levels are kind of boring as they force you to shoot everything you see and take away the option to use stealth turning the game into a generic shooter. To me, this is theFirst of all, this is a game with excellent graphics that was way ahead of its time. The gameplay is fun all around combining sandbox elements with some scripted action sequences. The story feels rushed and the final levels are kind of boring as they force you to shoot everything you see and take away the option to use stealth turning the game into a generic shooter. To me, this is the best game in the series, along with Warhead because it looks and feels like a game made for the PC unlike its sequels, Crysis 2 and 3 which have more casual gameplay and were clearly made more for the console market.… Expand
  10. destinyfan1
    May 27, 2017
    10
    One of the best shooters ever it had stunning graphics in its time ( and even stands on graphical level with a couple of games now) , enviroment.
    Awesome gun action and weird but cool and challenging enemies , don't remember the story but I think it was very good
    Never played the multiplayer but that doesn't matter even with playing campaign you'il probably give it a 10 Just go buy it    One of the best shooters ever it had stunning graphics in its time ( and even stands on graphical level with a couple of games now) , enviroment.
    Awesome gun action and weird but cool and challenging enemies , don't remember the story but I think it was very good
    Never played the multiplayer but that doesn't matter even with playing campaign you'il probably give it a 10
    Just go buy it already !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!    … Expand
  11. PhilipD.
    Dec 21, 2008
    10
    I love comments like 'oh the engine can only render islands' . What?! The indoor sections are just as impressive, and various different mods and maps have proven that it's a very capable engine. Away from the graphics. (They're undeniably the best in any game so far, despite being released a year ago.) The gameplay is very good. The alien bit a the end was poor in I love comments like 'oh the engine can only render islands' . What?! The indoor sections are just as impressive, and various different mods and maps have proven that it's a very capable engine. Away from the graphics. (They're undeniably the best in any game so far, despite being released a year ago.) The gameplay is very good. The alien bit a the end was poor in comparison. I didn't enjoy the alien combat but when the first 75% of the game is so damn good, I don't mind that much. I'm sure that people would be complaining that the game was the same through out if it hadn't been included. The suit is very useful and innovative. I got used to it quickly and it makes other games feel very basic in comparison. The AI is passable (ie, being able to do everything they should be able to do whilst still allowing you to run up to them, grab them by the neck and toss them otno the nearest land-mine). Awww... okay. Back to the graphics. After half Life 2 I didn't think I would be impressed by graphics again. I was wrong. It ADDS to the game. There are some areas which have real personality. I swear that I've been to that industrial ruin place (just before the alien bit starts) and the entire game really has a sense of 'place'. You never feel that you're in a level. It covers up the linearity well and brings games on to the next level. Ignore the naysayers. They're probably comparing this game to real life or something, as there is no other game to compare it to yet. (Graphics-wise. The gameplay is always a matter of personal opinion but I feel they did a very good job. I just wish enemies took fewer hits to die- I guess it's the bad side of having so many different choices and strategies to approach them.).… Expand
  12. RownL
    Feb 14, 2009
    10
    This seems to be the game that people either love or hate. I personally love it, even with the extremely punishing hardware requirements I think it's the current, ultimate evolution of the FPS. Yes the story is a bit trite, but I still enjoyed every second. Even the VTOL part, most people seem to hate this part but my mouth dropped open and I thought "THIS is the game that keeps This seems to be the game that people either love or hate. I personally love it, even with the extremely punishing hardware requirements I think it's the current, ultimate evolution of the FPS. Yes the story is a bit trite, but I still enjoyed every second. Even the VTOL part, most people seem to hate this part but my mouth dropped open and I thought "THIS is the game that keeps giving back! Who would've thought in an FPS they'd completely change it like this for one level!" In my mind, the only flaw was that section didn't last long enough. Great game. Loved it. Can't wait to have a better PC so I can play it the way the designers intended.… Expand
  13. SJT-Ruler*
    Feb 2, 2009
    10
    It's rather simple. First of all, this is THE proof that will silence those fanboy gamers that cannot understand the difference between a real computer and a limited one (a.k.a., a console), because it will take another gen or two before consoles will be able to handle any graphics even close to this. Second, everyone rating it down here are just haters, gamers that are pissed off It's rather simple. First of all, this is THE proof that will silence those fanboy gamers that cannot understand the difference between a real computer and a limited one (a.k.a., a console), because it will take another gen or two before consoles will be able to handle any graphics even close to this. Second, everyone rating it down here are just haters, gamers that are pissed off because it doesn't run well on their computer. I've read stuff about people buying a computer for 1500 and not even being able to run it on high? I've also read stuff about "Crytek, it's the 21st century so make it run better?" - that's the thing, it's the 21st century, get a decent PC instead of whining is what you should do. Such people just fail at knowing what PC to buy, mine for 1200 runs it perfectly so there you already have an example. The gameplay is just fantastic, way better than those fake games like Call of Duty 4. If you are actually a real gamer, you don't want to miss out on this game. Once more, only pissed of people don't like this game, for it is really one of the best games ever made and worth the money.… Expand
  14. MalcolmF.
    Nov 19, 2007
    10
    Hiding in bushes has never been so much fun...at least since the court order anyway.
  15. CrysisH8sdontevenhavitcrysispro
    Nov 21, 2007
    10
    Best shooter of this year, amazing graphics, Gigantic maps, extreme action, great AI, you need a high end system to play this game, it's worth it, i played the DEMO like 40 times all over, and now i can't stop playin the full release, forget other titiles, this will blow you away, one of the best FPS's ever!
  16. JodyS.
    Nov 18, 2007
    10
    Has all the elements I liked from Far Cry, and plenty of new things to check out. The customization of the weapon accessories was great. The addition of tanks and the VTOL was cool. The single player story isn't the most complex but it does a good job of driving you forward. It starts at a nice slower pace and slowly builds to more intense and larger fights. Ending with a massive Has all the elements I liked from Far Cry, and plenty of new things to check out. The customization of the weapon accessories was great. The addition of tanks and the VTOL was cool. The single player story isn't the most complex but it does a good job of driving you forward. It starts at a nice slower pace and slowly builds to more intense and larger fights. Ending with a massive battle that was quite satisfying. It was also nice to see that unlike Far Cry there was a bit more variety in scenery. Though mostly jungle scenery there's times when it is very different.… Expand
  17. Beaner
    Nov 19, 2007
    10
    I am not generally a fan of first person shooters, but i cannot put this game down. It drew me in graphically and kept me due to its dept and story. I personally and going to have to put this game at the top of the list and although i have not finished it yet i have to say the parts i have played i can easily say it is the most fun i have had in a video game since prince of persia: the I am not generally a fan of first person shooters, but i cannot put this game down. It drew me in graphically and kept me due to its dept and story. I personally and going to have to put this game at the top of the list and although i have not finished it yet i have to say the parts i have played i can easily say it is the most fun i have had in a video game since prince of persia: the sands of time, which was my favorite game. I will be playing Crysis for some time to come.… Expand
  18. JamesN.
    Nov 19, 2007
    10
    Truly amazing game. One of the only games that I've ever played where I kept being more and more amazed by it as I played right up until the end. Crytek have struck a winner, and I feel as though every aspect of each level was finely polished. Perfect.
  19. killtacular
    Nov 22, 2007
    10
    One word GRAPHICS!! they make every other game's graphics even Hlaf-life 2 look really terrible in comparison but HL2 is still my favorite. (Gravity Gun Rules) Crysis come very close in my opinion because its one of the most "nonlinear" linear games, because there are so many paths and ways to complete an objective. the nanosuit opens a lot of possiblities. the storyline isn't One word GRAPHICS!! they make every other game's graphics even Hlaf-life 2 look really terrible in comparison but HL2 is still my favorite. (Gravity Gun Rules) Crysis come very close in my opinion because its one of the most "nonlinear" linear games, because there are so many paths and ways to complete an objective. the nanosuit opens a lot of possiblities. the storyline isn't all that great but its still really fun especially on Delta difficulty because "run and gun" doesn't work and you must be creative. plenty of opportunities for cinematic moments and words can't describe how awesome the explosions are.… Expand
  20. ADFXOzymandias
    Aug 27, 2010
    9
    While the game has one or two hiccups in the programming it works very well for the most part. The ability to pick up and use any object lying on the ground as a weapon is a nice touch. While 95% of the time you'll just be using the large array of weapons, there is more of a feeling of satisfaction when you kill a KPA by throwing hens and sticks at him. The four suit modes (Armor, Speed,While the game has one or two hiccups in the programming it works very well for the most part. The ability to pick up and use any object lying on the ground as a weapon is a nice touch. While 95% of the time you'll just be using the large array of weapons, there is more of a feeling of satisfaction when you kill a KPA by throwing hens and sticks at him. The four suit modes (Armor, Speed, Strength, and Cloak) create new ways to approach a situation. You could either run and gun in armor mode, pick them off one by one with your speed and rocket off before they have a chance to shoot you, beat the living **** out of them, or go for the stealthy approach and sneak around to flank. The game still has a feeling of lineage through the pseudo-sandbox gameplay, but there is enough variation to keep it interesting through the entire game, and even another playthrough. The AI could use some minor work, but there were only a few incidents where it was as bad as many people say. The graphics are amazing, and this goes without saying. Even to today's standards they are slightly above par. Not a game to play on your family Pentium 3 computer, it does require a nice graphics card to get the most out of it. The game is not perfect however. The physics sometimes likes to glitch ie, on a few occasions i will touch a large moving object and be instantly killed. It's a minor problem considering how infrequently it occurs, and since you can quicksave any time, a death won't set you back that far (provided you save). The storyline is solid, and I have no major qualms with it. The characters are likeable, and don't whine too much about your performance. The unveiling of the true enemies is done very well, and creates an air of suspense throughout the first third of the game. The game has no major problems other than the few aforementioned glitches and iffy AI. Personally, I found the game to be quite difficult. I played through on Normal difficulty and found it to be quite a challenge. Something that got quite frustrating was that there is a lot going on at once, and a lot to keep track of which spells frequent deaths. There are a few "Are you f*cking kidding me!?" moments which are frustrating. However, the difficulty does give you a feeling of accomplishment when you do succeed. Crysis is an intriguing masterpiece with only a few minor problems, and I highly recommend it to anyone who is a fan of the FPS genre. Most decent gaming computers should be able to run the game on at least medium settings. For a reference point I played the game on an i7 720QM (1.6Ghz), 8Gb RAM, Mobility Radeon 5870 1Gb DDR5, and I played on high settings with 2x AA 1650 x 1050 and got very acceptable fps (30 or higher) except during a few graphics intensive scenes of the game.… Expand
  21. LegendaryU2K
    Sep 23, 2010
    9
    A Great Game, With lush Visuals when you use graphic mods anyway. Nice Selection of Weapons and levels. Works perfectly with DX9/XP performance. Runs like Crap or weird in Windows 7. The AI is perfectly match as well, even on the Hard level you can complete a level without dying too much. Only flaw is the Boat, too bored to drive.
  22. Lansow
    Dec 3, 2011
    10
    There are only three shooters I keep coming back to: Half-Life, Half-Life 2, and Crysis. It is good enough to rank with Valve's greatest offerings. Amazing graphics, fantastic physics that actually change gameplay when turned up, acceptable AI at maximum settings. The varied approaches to missions increase the replay value exponentially. I will never get sick of this game. 10/10.
  23. theshonen8899
    May 14, 2011
    8
    Crysis is a great game overall, but stops at that. The graphics are, needless to say, the best in the industry and the suit abilities are very unique. The main problem I have with the game is the lack of characters and story, but this is generally the case in the shooter genre. If you own a powerful PC you should definitely get this and show it off to your friends, as the visuals areCrysis is a great game overall, but stops at that. The graphics are, needless to say, the best in the industry and the suit abilities are very unique. The main problem I have with the game is the lack of characters and story, but this is generally the case in the shooter genre. If you own a powerful PC you should definitely get this and show it off to your friends, as the visuals are definitely reason enough to own this game.… Expand
  24. PatchRowcester
    Nov 5, 2010
    10
    I believed that FPS genre has reached a point where there is not much room for innovation, especially after Portal. Crysis for me, took action FPS in a new direction.

    Crysis is set in the year 2019. Us scientists have made some significant discoveries on one of Lingshan Islands. The North Korean government then goes on to seal the island and hold several American citizens in custody.    I believed that FPS genre has reached a point where there is not much room for innovation, especially after Portal. Crysis for me, took action FPS in a new direction.

    Crysis is set in the year 2019. Us scientists have made some significant discoveries on one of Lingshan Islands. The North Korean government then goes on to seal the island and hold several American citizens in custody. Raptor Team, a US Army Special Forces unit is sent to rescue the scientists. This was not a war but a rescue mission. However, things turn nasty when they discover that they are not just fighting the Koreans, but extra terrestrial life as well.

    As a part of the special forces unit, the player, i.e. Nomad, gets to use a nano suit. This suit gives the player the ability to use speed, stealth and strength. These functions are seamlessly integrated into the game. After a while, switching between different functions is so natural and intuitive. The suit changes the way the game is played. It can be used to employ different strategies to take out enemies. The semi sandbox nature of the game allows for a lot of freedom in the initial levels.

    Combinations of abilities will lead to some very interesting gameplay moments. The same scenario can be played differently depending on the gameplay of choice, either use stealth throughout, or run and gun, or a little bit of both.

    I would call a game immersive when I tend to keep playing and forget to quick save. This happened to me a lot in Crysis. I kept going and I never really saved. If I died, I was happy replaying from the last save point, and trying a different approach. Personally, I have not had that kind of immersion in a very long time.

    Let me make this very clear, this is not Far Cry with better visuals. Far Cry is a good game, but this is way better. I played this game on hard difficulty, and I found it to be challenging and fun.

    Visuals in this game are stunning. They are much talked about, and rightly so. In my opinion, this is the best looking game on the PC yet. I played the game on Core2Quad 2.66GHz, 4GB DDR 800, GeForce 260GTX and Acer 24â    … Expand
  25. supervillian
    Jan 2, 2011
    9
    Its fun to look at and fun to play. the adaptive suit makes for a fps like no other sure its not the BEST fps ever but it is up there! though the only problem is the fact that you need a monster machine to run it.
  26. JonesR
    Dec 1, 2011
    8
    Experiencing the nanosuit is what this game is all about. Using the different capabilities for different situations offers a diverse range of killing possibilies. The game graphics are nothing to sneeze at either, but you have to have a serious rig to play this game on all the highest graphical settings. The story is extremely science fiction based and the delivery is well done. It'sExperiencing the nanosuit is what this game is all about. Using the different capabilities for different situations offers a diverse range of killing possibilies. The game graphics are nothing to sneeze at either, but you have to have a serious rig to play this game on all the highest graphical settings. The story is extremely science fiction based and the delivery is well done. It's certainly worth a playthrough or more likely two once you have mastered the nanosuit.… Expand
  27. unforgivenbully
    Aug 13, 2011
    10
    Guys cm on this game deserves a lot more than a 7.8 user score , I mean have you seen the graphics They are currently the best graphics in the world . The game play is also amazing . I think that most ppl who gave the game a low rating weren't even able to run the game on their pc's
  28. SwoopTrust
    Nov 5, 2011
    10
    Best FPS i've ever played next to Unreal Tournament. great environments, a lot of freedom to do things, very fun to play. PC optimization is also good for a demanding title like this. SImply put, it's an excellent game!
  29. explodr
    Nov 30, 2011
    10
    I'm tired of this game getting a bad rap. Despite what some say, this was not just made to be a tech demo. When it was released, it had maybe the best graphics of it's time, but that doesn't take away from the story line, which is also fantastic. I would recommend, if your computer can handle it, to get the photo-realism mod. It looks spectacular.
  30. Humboldt1337
    Oct 13, 2011
    9
    You haven't played this game? Where have you been, under a rock? Well, you might have just not had a computer powered with its own nuclear generator and 20 graphics cards. Seriously, i couldn't play this game until years after it was released, simply because the price of entry for a computer which COULD play this game well on high settings was thousands of dollars.
    Apart from all that -    You haven't played this game? Where have you been, under a rock? Well, you might have just not had a computer powered with its own nuclear generator and 20 graphics cards. Seriously, i couldn't play this game until years after it was released, simply because the price of entry for a computer which COULD play this game well on high settings was thousands of dollars.
    Apart from all that - this game is very well done, and very challenging. The graphics are still cutting edge, despite the fact that it is years old. The game-play itself is excellent!
    If you have never played this game, you really really need to.
    Great job CryTeam.    … Expand
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#5 Best PC Game of 2007
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#5 Most Discussed PC Game of 2007
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#4 Most Shared PC Game of 2007

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Metascore
91

Universal acclaim - based on 56 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 56 out of 56
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 56
  3. Negative: 0 out of 56
  1. PC Gamer
    98
    Destined to be a classic, Crysis is a creative and technological marvel that eclipses every other shooter released this year. [Holiday 2007, p.60]
  2. PC Zone UK
    92
    Crysis thrives on putting the onus on you to create your own brand of action and adventure in its stunningly beautiful locations. You and the game can haphazardly create moments of such gaming brilliance that often you pretty much have to stand up and applaud. [Christmas 2007, p.44]
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  3. IGN
    94
    This is some fast, well designed gameplay with enough options to allow players to use their own style of attack with satisfying suit abilities and weapons. Crytek has upped their attention to detail in presentation and dropped the worst parts of "Far Cry’s" story.
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