Crysis

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8.1

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  1. AngieE.
    Dec 1, 2007
    10
    Best graphics Best physics Great story Great AI Best FPS of all time.
  2. Phil
    Dec 4, 2007
    6
    I played this game for a few hours at home then went out to buy some groceries. On the way to the store I caught myself thinking "wow, life really has great graphics. Check out those mean volumetric lighting effects!" I have a decent system but still struggle with even medium-high settings. Gameplay bites. Also, that part where you waft around that alien disco taking potshots at shiny I played this game for a few hours at home then went out to buy some groceries. On the way to the store I caught myself thinking "wow, life really has great graphics. Check out those mean volumetric lighting effects!" I have a decent system but still struggle with even medium-high settings. Gameplay bites. Also, that part where you waft around that alien disco taking potshots at shiny squids was really lame. Still, nice graphics, almost as good as real life. I'm going to go outside now.… Expand
  3. JamesG
    Jan 22, 2008
    10
    im using an alienware with a 8800GTX 2.6core2duo with a physX card and 4mb ram and this game runs flawless and i thought the game play was fantastic, the ending kinda pissed me off but only b/c it leaves you hanging knowing that they are coming out with a sequel, im also using the g9 laser mouse and a glass steelseries mouse pad with these little feet that you glue on the bottom of yourim using an alienware with a 8800GTX 2.6core2duo with a physX card and 4mb ram and this game runs flawless and i thought the game play was fantastic, the ending kinda pissed me off but only b/c it leaves you hanging knowing that they are coming out with a sequel, im also using the g9 laser mouse and a glass steelseries mouse pad with these little feet that you glue on the bottom of your mouse which makes a big difference in the aim'ing and movement in crysis. i thought it was a good game and ive beaten it on every difficulty setting except EASY. maybe u need a rig like this to get the experience, if so ,that sucks for crytek considering that the majority of gamers are not that fortunate to spend 3-5k on a rig just to play a game. the game only crashed 1 time and that was after i had beaten it and i was showing a friend the game from a saved part of the game, figures, runs perfect then when i show it off it shits on me : but i thought it was an amazing singleplayer experience, i havent tried multiplayer yet but the tutorial looks fun. just 1 mans opinion amongst many.… Expand
  4. JamesBlackwell
    Dec 30, 2008
    7
    I purchased this game based upon the publicly available demo. This game is beautiful, and has a intuitive interface that makes switching between powerups (such as extra strength or extra shields) easy. The game is not very tolerant of poor decisions. If you run into big mob and try shooting your way out, then you'll be quick-loading shortly. As such, this game requires a bit ofI purchased this game based upon the publicly available demo. This game is beautiful, and has a intuitive interface that makes switching between powerups (such as extra strength or extra shields) easy. The game is not very tolerant of poor decisions. If you run into big mob and try shooting your way out, then you'll be quick-loading shortly. As such, this game requires a bit of strategy on your part to succeed in the game. On the downside, the game crashes often and suffers from numerous smaller glitches. The game is worth it if you don't mind restarting the game often. Otherwise, you'd be better off waiting until Crytek makes a more reliable product.… Expand
  5. SteveR
    Oct 29, 2008
    8
    Crysis: The game of two halves. The first is a visually stunning, compelling walk about, in which you get to kill dozens of Koreans, the second a sci-fi shooter; imo does this work, yes, strangely. Some have said this game is too hard, something I cannot understand, the easy setting and the multiple suit options make it a breeze, however play this on Delta and you get a whole new Crysis: The game of two halves. The first is a visually stunning, compelling walk about, in which you get to kill dozens of Koreans, the second a sci-fi shooter; imo does this work, yes, strangely. Some have said this game is too hard, something I cannot understand, the easy setting and the multiple suit options make it a breeze, however play this on Delta and you get a whole new experience, ultra realistic 2/3 shot deaths make it a real challenge, which is the only reason this game got an 8 from me. I can pass on the photo-realistic graphics, gameplay is all that matters and when you spend 5 minutes sneaking into a base only to be discovered at the last second you're in deep trouble. Getting your keyboard layout comfortable is key too, as this game not only stretches the graphical limit of your computer, you'll also find that you wish your fingers were another 2 inches longer because you can't quite reach the key you need. It is an impressive game and will allow some flexibility as to how you approach each objective making replays fun. It's flaws, at times the AI (isn't it always) become predictable and the re-gens more annoying than a screaming kid. It has some major physics issues in some areas, shooting a helicopter down is fine, it burns, it falls from the sky, but will proceed to bounce about on the ground for infinitum because it can't lie flat, this results in a constant, very loud sound effect in your ear until you move far enough away. There's also the slight issue of guns getting stuck in walls, echoing the same audio problem as above. Overall, get this game, it is worth it.… Expand
  6. GlennP.
    Jan 8, 2008
    10
    This is the greatest shooter I've ever played and I've played them all. It's beautiful and the environment is incredibly interactive. AND the game runs fine on lower graphics settings and still looks awesome. I really don't know why everyone is complaining - it's awesome.
  7. Mobius
    Jan 8, 2008
    10
    Seems that most of the poor reviews for this game are from XBOX360 owners and people who don
  8. FranM.
    Feb 25, 2008
    10
    Pushing aside the somewhat unintelligent story-line.. We have to look at this games amazing features. Dont give it crappy ratings just cause the designers wanted to make a be-a-utiful game! Thats half of what making a game is about! Another thing, not to long ago (5 years or so) there was hardly any game that had replay value beyond harder difficulty settings. Like Unreal Tournament, plus Pushing aside the somewhat unintelligent story-line.. We have to look at this games amazing features. Dont give it crappy ratings just cause the designers wanted to make a be-a-utiful game! Thats half of what making a game is about! Another thing, not to long ago (5 years or so) there was hardly any game that had replay value beyond harder difficulty settings. Like Unreal Tournament, plus the fact that the physics engine is supreme beyond anything I've seen. I'de say no one can even think about giving this game any less then a 8 because it was very well planned out. And if you disagree because of bugs, crashes, or high end graphics, then you gotta give Cry-tek a break because they were dealing with a new engine ENTIRELY and that my friends is extremely hard. For starting from scratch and making a game that I can find fun in for every 30 secs that passes, I give it a 10 all the way. Sequal better be fixed up though!… Expand
  9. Phil******
    Mar 20, 2008
    10
    Simply put, this is the best shooter to come out in years. First of all the graphics are absolutely mind blowing, assuming you have a PC powerful enough to handle it, even on low they are pretty good, and the gameplay is fun the whole way through. The AI for the most part lives up to the expectations that were well touted by Crytek, and the battles never play out the same way twice. TheSimply put, this is the best shooter to come out in years. First of all the graphics are absolutely mind blowing, assuming you have a PC powerful enough to handle it, even on low they are pretty good, and the gameplay is fun the whole way through. The AI for the most part lives up to the expectations that were well touted by Crytek, and the battles never play out the same way twice. The four suit powers you have to be one of the most fun gameplay elements ever introduced in a shooter, which makes for really interesting multiplayer matches. Also, while playing the game you'll feel like you're in a really spectacular sci action film, with tons of action and breathtaking moments. Basically if you haven't played this game you're missing out.… Expand
  10. Bangell
    Mar 25, 2008
    9
    The future of FPS, in terms of both gameplay and graphics. How can you not love it?! The nanosuit, and the whole open-ended feel allow for tons of strategies and fun! A few bugs, a bad ending, and boring alien combat somewhat spoil it, but the first 2/3 of the game are absolutely thrilling. Don't say it's bad just because everyone else does. Play this game; you will love it, for The future of FPS, in terms of both gameplay and graphics. How can you not love it?! The nanosuit, and the whole open-ended feel allow for tons of strategies and fun! A few bugs, a bad ending, and boring alien combat somewhat spoil it, but the first 2/3 of the game are absolutely thrilling. Don't say it's bad just because everyone else does. Play this game; you will love it, for whatever reason.… Expand
  11. MatthewW.
    Mar 3, 2008
    9
    The story is rather weak, but to me, this game could have no plot and be amazing. Crytek has managed to raise the graphical and physic bar so high that even gamers with super-computers are hard pressed to turn the graphics all the way up. I have a Quad core q6600 and a 3870 X2 graphics card and I can only play on high but even only on high i go down into the 20's in frames per The story is rather weak, but to me, this game could have no plot and be amazing. Crytek has managed to raise the graphical and physic bar so high that even gamers with super-computers are hard pressed to turn the graphics all the way up. I have a Quad core q6600 and a 3870 X2 graphics card and I can only play on high but even only on high i go down into the 20's in frames per second. on highest I crawl into low teens at many times. But this game on very high is truly a masterpiece. NOTHING has ever even come close to looking as good as this game, nothing. and some of the gameplay elements were amazing as well. We all owe a debt to Crytek for pushing the envelope. This tech will have a HUGE impact on gamers lives for years to come. Plus I thought the game was pretty fun most of the time too.… Expand
  12. BryanS.
    Mar 8, 2008
    9
    If you've got the system to run it, this is what makes PC gaming worthwhile.
  13. SunnyKatt
    Apr 13, 2008
    10
    Best Shooter I've ever played. And I own about 15 shooters.
  14. Will
    Jun 8, 2008
    9
    1st and foremost, if you can't stand the heat, get out of the street. Crysis isn't a game meant for people who kind of think they might want to try an FPS - it's fairly difficult, and downright punishing to first-time players. Its steep system requirements are another underline of that fact. Generally, any hardcore gamer will have no problem running something like this - 1st and foremost, if you can't stand the heat, get out of the street. Crysis isn't a game meant for people who kind of think they might want to try an FPS - it's fairly difficult, and downright punishing to first-time players. Its steep system requirements are another underline of that fact. Generally, any hardcore gamer will have no problem running something like this - and even at medium graphics settings, it looks no worse than any other modern FPS. On high and very high, it really shines. The reason I don't give it a 10 is because the story is a little weak. It's one of those stories where you're really into it while you're playing it ... but try explaining it to a friend. This rating is based on how good a game it is compared to other games on the market. It's innovative (the nanosuit is a great addition), fun to play, and not too hard or too easy. The addition of delta mode makes it even more interesting - it's not harder, it's just a little different. I didn't rate this game based on its hype. It was a bit over-hyped. Perhaps that's where some of its high ratings came from, perhaps not. Hey, look at halo 3 - it's a decent game, but not even close to deserving a 10/10. Crysis didn't have THAT much hype, but just because it's overhyped doesn't mean it's any less of a great game, or any less satisfying to play. And I've never seen such excellent physics.… Expand
  15. JasonW.
    Jul 3, 2008
    10
    Technologically its a masterpiece and the tech thankfully makes a large contribution to the gameplay. Some of the flaws are focused on too much - basically because most of it is perfect. Its the most consistently designed FPS ever made. Simple enough to pick up, deep enough to engage. Replayable a thousand ways. Most people hate this game for one reason - they can't run it at 1900 Technologically its a masterpiece and the tech thankfully makes a large contribution to the gameplay. Some of the flaws are focused on too much - basically because most of it is perfect. Its the most consistently designed FPS ever made. Simple enough to pick up, deep enough to engage. Replayable a thousand ways. Most people hate this game for one reason - they can't run it at 1900 pixels resolution. What do you expect? It has realtime shadows for A JUNGLE, ambient occlusion and pretty much everything in the game moves or is destructible. If anyone is to blame its the pc manufacturers for not being able to produce decent hardware. Yes nvidia, you included. I actually rate this a good 9 but i'm giving it 10 to compensate for all the idiots posting low scores.… Expand
  16. JohnE.
    Aug 9, 2008
    5
    Extremely linear, short, and poorly written storyline pulling from every bad 'alien's vs. mankind' cliche commonly used in FPS plots. The graphics are the only thing that I will remember about this game in a month. I just finished the single player story and will never play it again. What a testament to the state of PC gaming when this mediocre technology showcase is Extremely linear, short, and poorly written storyline pulling from every bad 'alien's vs. mankind' cliche commonly used in FPS plots. The graphics are the only thing that I will remember about this game in a month. I just finished the single player story and will never play it again. What a testament to the state of PC gaming when this mediocre technology showcase is considered exciting. I feel sorry for anyone who upgraded even their RAM for this half baked rip off.… Expand
  17. RyanD.
    Sep 10, 2008
    9
    Crysis is a great shooter but is not perfect. In fact, it starts going downhill when you start fighting aliens. Aliens who are not as smart or as fun to fight as the North Koreans. The graphics are great and provide a good reason to buy a new graphics card.
  18. ReneS.
    Sep 20, 2008
    10
    The greatest FPS I ever played - Crytek FTW! I don't say that only because of the graphics! Of course the engine is great, but the huge areas you can discover on your own and the free gameplay, which is (in my opinion) much more realistic than all these script-based shooting ranges out there (like COD4, for example) make this game so special. The ones that bash this game extremely The greatest FPS I ever played - Crytek FTW! I don't say that only because of the graphics! Of course the engine is great, but the huge areas you can discover on your own and the free gameplay, which is (in my opinion) much more realistic than all these script-based shooting ranges out there (like COD4, for example) make this game so special. The ones that bash this game extremely just don't get how "It's meant to be played" (just to say it with Nvidias slogan). This is not the kind of WW2 shooter you are all used to. This is something different; something where you create the story partially on you own. Are you ready for it?… Expand
  19. Lucio
    Oct 6, 2009
    9
    Well, this game is simply astonishing. it's not perfect, and there are a LOT of issues, but the parts where the game shines REALLY outdo the parts that suck. A PC upgrade is completely worth it to play this game. PS: those who complain about bad performance, like the Anonymous guy, it's probably due to bad system optimization, so pay attention to those little details.
  20. chases
    Feb 3, 2009
    10
    I honestly havent even played the game, because my comp sucks, but i just ordered a new one intel dual core 8500 3.16 ghz and a bfg gtx 280. pretty beast card and processor so im deff gnna give this game a try cuz gameplay videos look amazing. seems ALOT of ppl here are giving bad reviews and whining like little fags just cuz their comp cant handle the game lawl, no shit, u rlly expect I honestly havent even played the game, because my comp sucks, but i just ordered a new one intel dual core 8500 3.16 ghz and a bfg gtx 280. pretty beast card and processor so im deff gnna give this game a try cuz gameplay videos look amazing. seems ALOT of ppl here are giving bad reviews and whining like little fags just cuz their comp cant handle the game lawl, no shit, u rlly expect this game to be fun on low setts with 800 by 600 resolution and with 10 fps? your retarded buy a better computer i spent ONLY 900 DOLLARS and i have a BEAST computer that will b able to run this game on max with like 40-50 fps. if u spent more and cant run this game u obviously are a scrub who doesnt kno what to buy and wastes their money, this is a game for true hardcore gamers not xbox 360 console baddies like alot of ppl here. i havent even played this game but i can already tell im gnna love it.… Expand
  21. DerekC
    Jan 20, 2010
    10
    This game is the best game on the market, which is what to expect from Crytek. The gameplay is totally non-linear, and for those thinking it isn't, go play cod4 2 [calling it modern warfare doesn't make sense because of the automated sentry guns(makes TF2 look believable) and the heartbeat sensor sensing through walls (a minuscule electrical impulse being detected through 10 This game is the best game on the market, which is what to expect from Crytek. The gameplay is totally non-linear, and for those thinking it isn't, go play cod4 2 [calling it modern warfare doesn't make sense because of the automated sentry guns(makes TF2 look believable) and the heartbeat sensor sensing through walls (a minuscule electrical impulse being detected through 10 metres of concrete, I mean how does it do that?) and shock waves going through space killing that astronaut? IW. there's no sound in space) and the EMP devices they use? Only EMP we can make is from a nuclear or thermonuclear weapon.] Love how they try to be like L4D :sarcasm:, but don't make enemies look like zombies, just running in and dying constant and do some complete linear run'n'gun where you can't die. Anyone who thinks 4 2, or any cod series is better should be in a metal institution; look at cod2, came out in 2005, how far down is that from Far Cry or Half-Life 1 & 2, which came out in 2004. Crytek games are usually cheaper than other games in the same genre, even though they pwn all of them. Crytek, even though there games look similar, make completely different games (about the tropical enviroments, who doesn't like to fight on a lush jungle island?). Cretek also makes a new engine and takes time developing a game unlike IW who just makes a sequel to a sequel of a sequel, not changing anything, but the sound (and didn't 50 cent voice a marine?). And by the way for all the noobs that cant play Crysis, get a pc that can run it well.… Expand
  22. GordonF
    Jan 21, 2010
    8
    Graphics are 8/10 overall, most realistic looking water I've ever seen in any game, the outdoor lighting is decent as well, but the textures on the environments like a lousy JPEG image pasted over a low polygon 3D mesh, and that is the one thing I cannot see past. I must add that the Cry-engine plays out to me as a long script of dirty-coding with poor optimization and utility of Graphics are 8/10 overall, most realistic looking water I've ever seen in any game, the outdoor lighting is decent as well, but the textures on the environments like a lousy JPEG image pasted over a low polygon 3D mesh, and that is the one thing I cannot see past. I must add that the Cry-engine plays out to me as a long script of dirty-coding with poor optimization and utility of hardware, I am on a performance system(as of 1 Jan 2010) with enthusiast level hardware and overclocking, and the performance hit I get when compared against the graphics I see on screen just doesn't add up. The gameplay is fantastic though, lots of enemies, lots of ammo laying around, open ended approaches to the objectives, and decent vehicles, but the physics for the vehicles really suck - the jeep/humvee vehicle floats about after hitting a hump as if it were made of styrofoam, and so does the boat. On higher difficulties the only approach to a group of enemies is to sneak up all the way, and some enemies can tank way too much damage to be realistic. All in all a Good game, and a good sign of things to come in games, I just REALLY hope they don't water down the graphical standard just to accommodate the console platforms with Crysis 2.… Expand
  23. WillC.
    Feb 2, 2010
    7
    When comparing this game to other FPS's I would rate this at no more then a 7. My reason is simple, the key component to a good FPS is the story line, and continual action packed game play. Although this game had plenty of action, the way it was delivered is the deepest disappointment, when I say disappointment I mean repetitive scenarios. Once you have completed one mission you have When comparing this game to other FPS's I would rate this at no more then a 7. My reason is simple, the key component to a good FPS is the story line, and continual action packed game play. Although this game had plenty of action, the way it was delivered is the deepest disappointment, when I say disappointment I mean repetitive scenarios. Once you have completed one mission you have for the most part completed them all. Even with the occasional twist this still leaves the story lacking in luster. Early on the player gets the feeling that this game evolves around this elite soldier and his technologically advanced suit. That sounds exciting until you get further into the story and find out that the common enemy takes as much damage as you do, the only advantage this super suit from the future really gives you is the ability to heal, blend in with the environment, jump higher and run faster. That's fine and dandy but makes no difference when being chased by a gun ship and fighting off enemy's that just don't die. Some readers call that a challenge I call it the theft of re-playability that strangles the life out of the fun factor. Great physics and awesome graphics are the true structural integrity that holds this game together, with out these two crucial parts this game would have fallen apart miserably. You may wonder after bashing this game like I have, why would I give it a 7? Well anyone who knows video games and how much work goes into them would not be so quick to give them a bad rating. This game was well constructed besides the lack of good story not terrible just not good, and after the major hype put out by the publisher, I found that this game was a bit to mediocre. So a 7 I feel is just.… Expand
  24. josephswackhammer
    Nov 10, 2007
    10
    Amazing! The gameplay is just as impresive as the graphics. Best PC game this yeah next to bioshock.
  25. ZacD.
    Nov 13, 2007
    10
    Amazing gameplay, the best graphics to date, gripping storyline, and an enjoyable mulitplayer. Perfect game. Those two words sum it up.
  26. WilkoG.
    Nov 13, 2007
    9
    Some would say "like Far Cry with upped poly count" but those are the wet blankets. This game takes everything that made Far Cry great and ups the ante. Pretty much everything has been improved on and the concept of you as a one-man-army is taken to the next level with the nano-suit, and customizable guns. Not reevolutionary, but evolutionary. :P
  27. VictoryCheese
    Nov 13, 2007
    9
    FPS turned up to 11. Superb graphics and gameplay, outstanding score and sound, and terrific polish in all aspects. Great freedom of choice and open environments. Moves PC gaming up a notch; a high-end rig is needed, but that was expected and required to push graphics to the next level. Ridiculous story and steakhead script and voice acting, more campy and funny than scary. Worth your FPS turned up to 11. Superb graphics and gameplay, outstanding score and sound, and terrific polish in all aspects. Great freedom of choice and open environments. Moves PC gaming up a notch; a high-end rig is needed, but that was expected and required to push graphics to the next level. Ridiculous story and steakhead script and voice acting, more campy and funny than scary. Worth your money, but won't make you think or draw you in like Bioshock or HL2.… Expand
  28. MamaBoy
    Nov 13, 2007
    10
    You can customize your playstyle to the max, to play however you wanna play. Combine that with awesome graphics and physics and we have a winner. ...if you have the PC for it, that is.
  29. PeterF.
    Nov 14, 2007
    10
    No NASA-Computer needed to play it. It runs well with 8800GTS, Q6600, 2GB Ram. Shadows, water and post-processing @ medium, all other @ high. resolution 1280x1024., Windows XP32. With this settings, it is very good playable and it still looks brilliant.
  30. AndreasP.
    Nov 14, 2007
    10
    The most immersive FPS I've ever played. Makes you feel like you're in the special forces for real.
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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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