DC Universe Online

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6.7

Mixed or average reviews- based on 269 Ratings

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  1. gerryd
    Jan 16, 2011
    10
    I've played DC Universe Online for about 50 hours now and I really, really like the game. It handles great using the PS3 controller and the whole world immerses you into the DC Universe perfectly. The character customization allows you to create your own Identity while keeping the stat bonuses of a strong piece of armour which is very important. I have yet to meet anyone who looks like myI've played DC Universe Online for about 50 hours now and I really, really like the game. It handles great using the PS3 controller and the whole world immerses you into the DC Universe perfectly. The character customization allows you to create your own Identity while keeping the stat bonuses of a strong piece of armour which is very important. I have yet to meet anyone who looks like my character except for people using the same colors and I've meet thousands of people in my 50 hours of play. The DCUO community is very friendly and joining a group is very easy. The gameplay is very addictive and there is hundreds of quests to do along with PVP game modes and other multi group activities. The choice of which mentor changes each playthrough in such a way that starting a new character with a different mentor and power changes the story and gameplay so much that it feels like your playing a different game altogether.

    If your an MMO fan then you should at least try the game out and if your a comic fan then you should definitely get DCUO. It doesn't disappoint.

    The game has a few issues right now with some minor bugs but considering the scale of the game and the fact that its a new MMO I'd say in 3 months the game will be perfect from every point of few.    … Expand
  2. BobRoboross
    Jan 15, 2011
    10
    I cannot stand most MMOs for more than a month or so due to the mind-numbing repetition or quest grinding(I'm looking at you WoW). I saw some game play of DC universe and was intrigued, this game surpassed my expectations by far and is easily the funnest MMO I've ever played. This game's combat is completely skill-based, with such distinct weapons and powers I don't think I'll be gettingI cannot stand most MMOs for more than a month or so due to the mind-numbing repetition or quest grinding(I'm looking at you WoW). I saw some game play of DC universe and was intrigued, this game surpassed my expectations by far and is easily the funnest MMO I've ever played. This game's combat is completely skill-based, with such distinct weapons and powers I don't think I'll be getting bored any time soon. The weapons and powers each have their own play-style, finding a weapon or power to suit your own playing style isn't hard at all (if you have any trouble at all). Although the UI and chat is a bit clunky, these problems can be ironed out easily with addons in the future; I would've given it a 9 with these current problems taken into consideration. I've also heard some people complain about the controls but I haven no idea what they mean, I can target people just fine and haven't had any problems having attacks register. I can snipe specific targets during group pvp with spells and weapon attacks just fine. If you've played any kind of tps or fps before you should be just fine. The controls can be a bit foreign at first but I wouldn't say any more than any other action game.

    The game is simply beautiful with combat that flows so well, especially for such an action based mmo. There is an endless amount of customization, I haven't spotted any two players that look alike yet and I've been playing it since launch religiously on a full pop. pvp server. I expected the game to be plagued with lag and player teleporting when encountering a good number of people in the same area but, I was surprised and proven wrong. Often there will be 10+ players near a mission objective at any given time, you meet players of the opposing faction quite regularly during missions as the objectives will share a common location; it spices up pvp servers quite nicely. I heavily recommend this game, I've had several real life friends and family try DCUO; each one has been glued to it since the intro movie.    … Expand
  3. Street_Justice
    Jan 14, 2011
    10
    This game straight up rocks! It's not for everyone, the old school MMORPG players who love to min max probably hate it, but for those that want something different with a heavy dose of "hit you in the face with a bus" style action and DC comics atmosphere it's the perfect game. Far and away the most fun I've had playing an MMO ever!
  4. Muncheese
    Jan 14, 2011
    6
    Well I am going to be completely honest. I wanted this game to be great more than anything. I played WoW since the first year and I still have an active WoW account. I have seen how far that game has come and I was not expecting a game as great as WoW is off the bat. I am kinda getting over WoW and looking for something fresh but that has had enough time invested into it that it must beWell I am going to be completely honest. I wanted this game to be great more than anything. I played WoW since the first year and I still have an active WoW account. I have seen how far that game has come and I was not expecting a game as great as WoW is off the bat. I am kinda getting over WoW and looking for something fresh but that has had enough time invested into it that it must be pretty decent. I was not expecting something as amazing as WoW but a game that could be updated and patched to be nearly as good eventually. However, I was expecting a game that in the very least offered a lot of variety and good controls and camera. Everyone who said to play it with a controller....BELIEVE THEM!!! Every chance I get to choose keyboard/mouse over a controller I take it. I am not a huge controller fan but man does the fighting suck in this game, when you are controlling the camera with your mouse movement, your character is being controlled with WASD, and at the same time your clicking like a mad man to attack. Now I'm fine with a lot of clicking but I want to see precisely where it is I am clicking. There is no cursor/pointer whatever you want to call it. Its just point your camera and point your character and hope you get lucky attacking who you indeed mean to attack. Another thing to note, if you have never played MMOs before you will be lost! Understanding basic questing is key to this game but there is no real tutorial on how to go about questing. Actually I don't think there was much of any tutorial on anything except fighting. To be good at an MMO you need to take advantage of all the tools offered to you; inventory management, character build, searching for parties, running instances, comparing items, etc. None of this is really touched on too much. Another thing to be prepared for if you haven't played yet. You are all expecting some amazing environment. Sorry its not as amazing as you think. the big cities like Gotham and such are the main places in this Universe and unfortunately they are pretty bland. You find a couple cool areas and the dungeons are a bit more detailed I guess but there isn't enough to please the eye. I'm sorry SOE but Blizzard has you beat on bad ass environments. Sadly the environment face lift that DCUO would need is too big of a change for a simple patch so if the game lives long enough one would still need to wait for an expansion to see any major changes. There are some positives however, for one it seems like a lot of people are playing which is good for the game to grow. More people playing means that SOE should show more interest on taking care of and maintaining the game. Another positive is the connection (at least that I've had) so far no crashes, lag, slow down, or anything like that. The graphics are pretty nice and the fighting though extremely clunky still looks cool. The main variety is in the character customization, you can make all sorts of combinations of characters. One thing I like (many others don't for some reason) is the limitation to a 3 color scheme to your hero/villain. You can pick and combination of 3 colors and use those colors on your characters however you'd like. This is really cool because it holds true to the classic DC characters that only had a few different colors that made them up. Another cool thing is the voice acting, well done, funny at times, not cheap and by not cheap I feel like the creators really tried to encompass the correct voices for the characters speaking. This includes little side characters too not just superman, batman, joker, lex, etc. Oh yeah the chat functions suck too but that could be a potentially easy fix. What I want to see in an update/patch/fix is the chat option improved and please give me a pointer/cursor and just have the camera follow my back unless I want otherwise!! OVERALL this game is going to come down to the care SOE and Warner has for it. They invested a lot of money and it shows. The base/core of the game is pretty good. The game would be a lot better with minor changes made. These changes are not impossible Sony so please listen to user reviews, we are the ones paying for this. If there isn't much improvement in the game I will not be playing long. There isn't enough about it to hold me in. Especially with my pocket draining each month. Ill give the game a 6 for now but with a great potential for improvement. Please improve the game SOE. It is new and not dead yet so don't just let it die off!!!… Expand
  5. lyrisist
    Jan 14, 2011
    8
    This is the best superhero game available. Visually, this game is beautiful and the action sequences are awesome. I don't feel cheated like in other hero games. I get my travel power from the beginning which is a huge plus for me. I also the fact that I can use an Xbox 360 or PS3 controller on my PC. I appreciate the fact that is doesn't play like a traditional MMORPG where I have to pressThis is the best superhero game available. Visually, this game is beautiful and the action sequences are awesome. I don't feel cheated like in other hero games. I get my travel power from the beginning which is a huge plus for me. I also the fact that I can use an Xbox 360 or PS3 controller on my PC. I appreciate the fact that is doesn't play like a traditional MMORPG where I have to press a button and wait for the dps or the ability to do it's thing. I get to use combos in order to pull of my abilities. There are some bugs of course, but they seem to be getting fixed already. Good Job!… Expand
  6. darksydex3226
    Jan 14, 2011
    10
    Everything I could ask for out of a MMO game. Engaging and interesting quest stories (soloing never feels like a grind), fun group content, no crafting, amazing combat, simple and easy looting system. It's like an action game that you can play with tons of other people, instead of your typical grind-heavy, craft-heavy, tedious MMORPG. This is the one I've been waiting for...
  7. Dandru
    Jan 14, 2011
    4
    First off this game is more MMO action game than RPG. There is no character bio or story, every toon has the same basic start, there is NO crafting that I have seen yet (something that is usually big in MMORPG's) gear is basicly just handed to you or bought from vendors. There is an auction house (although I went through the grorilla grod mish 5 times on 3 different toons and he droppedFirst off this game is more MMO action game than RPG. There is no character bio or story, every toon has the same basic start, there is NO crafting that I have seen yet (something that is usually big in MMORPG's) gear is basicly just handed to you or bought from vendors. There is an auction house (although I went through the grorilla grod mish 5 times on 3 different toons and he dropped the same item every time) so I dont see how a viable player economy can exist. Overall the game just lacks depth (its called DC Universe but there is basicly 2 cities and some instances, big universe) While the combat at first is kinda fun, it quickly gets repetative and boring, and if you dont have a game controller on your PC forget it, while it IS playable with a mouse and keyboard its control system is quite awkward to say the least. I could go on forever with what the game has done wrong (like the journal updating and emptying your quest tracker or the fact that when I talk to an npc I have to go into my journal and see what they said to actually accept the quest), but find very little to comment on what the game did right. Overall....fun action game for a few hours, or as a quick time killer if you dont have much play time, but an MMO that I will subscribe to monthly it is not.… Expand
  8. su1per3man
    Jan 13, 2011
    2
    DCUO is an mmo without depth, The combat is unbalanced, takes no skill, and gets very repetitive. Graphics are alright, but the real problem with this game is the end game.. or shall i say lack of one. To get to max level takes a couple of days and people should have no problem with the difficulty. When you get to the end of the rope in dcuo your left wanting more when there's no more toDCUO is an mmo without depth, The combat is unbalanced, takes no skill, and gets very repetitive. Graphics are alright, but the real problem with this game is the end game.. or shall i say lack of one. To get to max level takes a couple of days and people should have no problem with the difficulty. When you get to the end of the rope in dcuo your left wanting more when there's no more to be had. Sure there is an unbalanced player vs player component that will leave you unsatisfied and puzzled but there is no payoff for spending all the time in pvp arenas(or open pvp if you're on a pvp server) The score is a 2, hopefully in time soe will make the game better but with their track record that's not likely to happen.

    If this game was a action game with this content it would be ok, quite a few hours of enjoyment but as a mmo it simply fails.    … Expand
  9. KOrp
    Jan 13, 2011
    7
    DC Universe Online is, in fact, pretty awesome in that it is a pretty good looking game and the combat system isn't all too bad either. The character creation system is fairly good also, but I do wish there was a bit more variety then what is readily available. As for the powers, there are some interesting choices to pick from and what I thought was pretty cool is the ability to be able toDC Universe Online is, in fact, pretty awesome in that it is a pretty good looking game and the combat system isn't all too bad either. The character creation system is fairly good also, but I do wish there was a bit more variety then what is readily available. As for the powers, there are some interesting choices to pick from and what I thought was pretty cool is the ability to be able to pick up powers of real DC Heroes and Villains. About the only fault that I can really level against this game is the camera system, which automatically moves around as you move your mouse. While this does take some getting use to, after a couple of hours of play and you probably won't even remember that this was an issue.… Expand
  10. cra2sh
    Jan 13, 2011
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game is amazing, i'm not playing this all day because i need to work :'(.
    The PVP is great, the graphics are great, the game play is great, character customization 5*... i only dislike the game soundtrack, it could be better!    … Expand
  11. Fury17
    Jan 12, 2011
    10
    Absolutely phenomenal game. No real lag or complaints. Just pure fun. If all MMOs were made like this, WoW, would not be top dog. This game's fight system makes every other mmo feel like your watching paint dry. Graphics are pretty, voice acting is good, and probably most surprisingly, there were no serious launch day issues.
  12. Zereth
    Jan 12, 2011
    9
    Reasons I love this game:
    1. Fun gameplay, and you don't feel like what your doing is pointless.
    2. Seamless day one, no lag, or server crashes, they definitely polished the game before releasing 3. It's not World of Warcraft, and it really doesn't try to be. Finds a gameplay type of it own. 4. Voice over in questlines and cut-scenes. 5. Two player instances in addition to the regular    Reasons I love this game:
    1. Fun gameplay, and you don't feel like what your doing is pointless.
    2. Seamless day one, no lag, or server crashes, they definitely polished the game before releasing
    3. It's not World of Warcraft, and it really doesn't try to be. Finds a gameplay type of it own.
    4. Voice over in questlines and cut-scenes.
    5. Two player instances in addition to the regular variety.

    Only negative: the interface can be a bit clunky in some areas, like text chat.    … Expand
  13. Lawbringer
    Jan 12, 2011
    10
    This game is fantastic. You shouldn't compare it to WoW, it's not a typically MMO it's an action game wrapped in an MMO wrapping. The graphics are beautiful, the voice work is top notch, the battles are crazy fun, the powers, combos, loot, levels, it's all a great bundle of fun. Can't recommend the game highly enough!
  14. Theonewithyou
    Jan 12, 2011
    8
    Awesome game, lot of character customization, skills and powers. You feel like being the character. Combat system is awesome. It can take some while to mastering the control if you are a Wow or other MMO player.
  15. Spaz19943
    Jan 12, 2011
    4
    Very disappointed in this game. The game was obviously designed as a platform game and ported to the PC. The control scheme is very difficult to get accustomed to and half the time I can't see where I am going or who I am fighting because of the poor camera angles. I feel very similar towards this game as I did with Final Fantasy XIV. Maybe I should just stay away from these types ofVery disappointed in this game. The game was obviously designed as a platform game and ported to the PC. The control scheme is very difficult to get accustomed to and half the time I can't see where I am going or who I am fighting because of the poor camera angles. I feel very similar towards this game as I did with Final Fantasy XIV. Maybe I should just stay away from these types of MMORPGs that are designed for console systems.… Expand
  16. TheCommedore
    Jan 12, 2011
    10
    All I have to say is I am impressed. I had the day off yesterday and started playing as soon as I could. Before I knew it I looked at the clock and it was 2 in the morning. The game really sucked me in and made me lose track of time which is great. The graphics, gameplay, and customizzation are great. I encountered no bugs and everything went smooth. Leveling is very easy I justAll I have to say is I am impressed. I had the day off yesterday and started playing as soon as I could. Before I knew it I looked at the clock and it was 2 in the morning. The game really sucked me in and made me lose track of time which is great. The graphics, gameplay, and customizzation are great. I encountered no bugs and everything went smooth. Leveling is very easy I just worry if there will be end game content when I get there. Great launch SOE!! Maybe you can retrofit/overhaul some of you existing games with this engine to give them some love and greater longevity :).… Expand
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Mixed or average reviews - based on 27 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 13 out of 27
  2. Mixed: 13 out of 27
  3. Negative: 1 out of 27
  1. PC Games (Russia)
    Mar 21, 2011
    80
    DC Universe Online plays best if you've never tried a MMORPG before. The combat is innovative and addictive, the visuals are sleek and the setting is exciting. It may lack some interface polish and the level cap happens too soon, but nevertheless it's a must for any comics fan.[Apr 2011, p.89]
  2. GameOver.gr
    Mar 3, 2011
    60
    DCUO never really takes off. It suffers from numerous bugs and glitches, and the structure of the quests looks more suitable for a single-player RPG rather than an MMO.
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  3. PC Gamer
    Feb 26, 2011
    88
    An exciting new direction for MMOs that's plenty of fun already and should only get better with a few patches under its utility belt.
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