Deus Ex

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9.2

Universal acclaim- based on 1559 Ratings

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  1. KeeganS.
    May 5, 2003
    10
    Stunning, almost nothing I've played compares!!!!!!!!!!!!:)
  2. RobinL.
    Mar 30, 2007
    10
    The best game ever. I remember playing it the first time, it changed the way I looked at computer gaming. Every game I have played since I compare to Deus Ex, and so far not one game has beaten this masterpiece. The atmosphere, the plot, the characters and the abillity to choose how you want to play is probably what makes this game stand out in the crowd. Anyone that claims they're The best game ever. I remember playing it the first time, it changed the way I looked at computer gaming. Every game I have played since I compare to Deus Ex, and so far not one game has beaten this masterpiece. The atmosphere, the plot, the characters and the abillity to choose how you want to play is probably what makes this game stand out in the crowd. Anyone that claims they're real gamers ought to play this game, but it is also a good game to play for people that haven't played much computer games before because of the great plot and atmosphere. Everything combined it feels as if being in a movie, with you being the main character doing all decisions.… Expand
  3. LeszekJ.
    Mar 30, 2007
    10
    Excellent, have replayed it many times. Much more thoughtful and less linear than it's sequel.
  4. C.L.
    Oct 28, 2008
    10
    To Jared J. I'm assuming you're aware that this game is nearly 9 years old and the chance of it running on a modern PC without serious glitches and faults is highly unlikely, yes? You might want to take that into account. Deus Ex is quite simply one of the greatest shooters of all time. The branching storyline, interesting characters, multitude of gameplay options and choices To Jared J. I'm assuming you're aware that this game is nearly 9 years old and the chance of it running on a modern PC without serious glitches and faults is highly unlikely, yes? You might want to take that into account. Deus Ex is quite simply one of the greatest shooters of all time. The branching storyline, interesting characters, multitude of gameplay options and choices and the dystopian cyber-punk atmosphere are spectacular. Graphically dated, and probably not likely to run on a modern Vista setup without significant tweaking, but well worth the effort. If you like this, follow up with System Shock 2.… Expand
  5. David
    Mar 8, 2008
    10
    Best Game ever and to those who complained about dieing and having to rewatch videos, learn to save u bloody idiots. Cincinnati enquirer this is u. And to those who complain of JC's inabilites (ie accuracy etc.) thats half the idea of the game. A creative masterpiece that should be reviewed by people with a eye for beauty and not just thoose expecting a new doom or quake.
  6. DerekP.
    Aug 21, 2008
    10
    It's quite a sight to see a game as old as this one that can still be considered the greatest game money can buy. The storyline, environment, and gameplay all continue to cater to the greatest of a complex gamer's desires, and in our modern world where run-of-the-mill shooters dominate, we can only hope people will look in the past and learn to create plots as great as that of Deus Ex.
  7. LukeO.
    Aug 7, 2008
    10
    Easily one of the greatest games ever made. Intelligent, thought-provoking, and original, with enough variety to keep you coming back - I've been playing it for 7 years and I'm still not bored. Nothing here isn't prefect, from the attribute balancing to the sense of exploration, even the music. A legitimate must-play.
  8. KR
    Jan 6, 2009
    10
    Six months after playing I was still having dreams about this game. I do not hand out 10's lightly, and I have been playing computer games, primarily shooters, since Wolf. 3D. But Deus Ex---wow. If you're of a more intellectual bent and find a story-driven atmosphere important, this game is untouchable. A must-play. The voice acting is great, the story is impeccable, and the Six months after playing I was still having dreams about this game. I do not hand out 10's lightly, and I have been playing computer games, primarily shooters, since Wolf. 3D. But Deus Ex---wow. If you're of a more intellectual bent and find a story-driven atmosphere important, this game is untouchable. A must-play. The voice acting is great, the story is impeccable, and the environment is rich. Reading random newspapers and books on shelves brings out a whole new type of depth in games. The three different endings are clever, and reflecting back on it all it sends chills down my spine because this is what the future could look like. (And I'm not even a conspiracy theory nut.) Best of all is the length---this game is LONG. And that is refreshing, in my opinion. Half way through the game you find out that some of your closest allies weren't on your side after all. Type to re-think everything! Most everything about the game was revolutionary at the time---basically because Deus Ex successfully mixes the RPG and shooter genre. Now, if your only interest is running around and blowing up baddies then you might leave disappointed. In fact, you'll probably get annoyed because much of the game focuses on the story. But for those like an enriching, unforgettable experience---Deus Ex is bar none.… Expand
  9. AA
    Mar 5, 2010
    10
    How do you rate a game based on how good it actually is? Replace the graphics with poor graphics and see how well it plays. In this case, Deus Ex plays excellently, and I'm not just talking about the shooting, the sneaking, the RPG, I'm also talking about the storyline. It motivates you to continue further into the game, so when you are playing it, you want to run through it How do you rate a game based on how good it actually is? Replace the graphics with poor graphics and see how well it plays. In this case, Deus Ex plays excellently, and I'm not just talking about the shooting, the sneaking, the RPG, I'm also talking about the storyline. It motivates you to continue further into the game, so when you are playing it, you want to run through it like a bullet, and when you are not playing it, you crave it like cigarettes. There are usually at least 2 ways ( most of the time 3 ways) to approach a problem, adding diversity. There are so many professions you can have, and this game works on the skill tree system so you can make hybrid classes and stuff. Sneaking around without anyone noticing you definitely takes brain work, like figuring out a puzzle and setting up the plan. Of course, you could just go heavy weapons, as this game lets you choose. The plot, most of all, was fantastic and intelligent. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!! Oh yeah, Cincinnati Enquirer ever heard of a SAVE BUTTON?!!! And GameSpot, GRAPHICS ARE'NT EVERYTHING YOU KNOW!… Expand
  10. ShadowProxy
    Apr 3, 2010
    10
    One of the games that turned me into a life time gamer. Everything in Deus Ex just clicks. The story, atmosphere, characters and game play are all woven into each other so well that despite its shortcomings you will get sucked into its world and feel like you are Alex Denton. Even over a decade later with all the enhancements video games have made Deus Ex stands the test of time. A true One of the games that turned me into a life time gamer. Everything in Deus Ex just clicks. The story, atmosphere, characters and game play are all woven into each other so well that despite its shortcomings you will get sucked into its world and feel like you are Alex Denton. Even over a decade later with all the enhancements video games have made Deus Ex stands the test of time. A true masterpiece in video game design.… Expand
  11. DoganT.
    Jun 26, 2001
    10
    This game is unbelievable! I love this game!
  12. 5
    Jan 2, 2002
    10
    I haven't played it for a while but it still stands out as one of the better PC games in my mind. Blending stealth, RPG style leveling up (sort of), FPS action, and a very compelling story. Throw in 4 different endings, branching paths, different upgrades to add to your character and you get the replay value there. The graphics could be more polished but they get the job done good I haven't played it for a while but it still stands out as one of the better PC games in my mind. Blending stealth, RPG style leveling up (sort of), FPS action, and a very compelling story. Throw in 4 different endings, branching paths, different upgrades to add to your character and you get the replay value there. The graphics could be more polished but they get the job done good enough, i liked the audio throughout the game though. That death throe voice by JC makes me laugh. HA. This review's getting too long, have fun.… Expand
  13. EthanG.
    Jun 19, 2003
    10
    Blew my mind.
  14. MikkelM.
    Mar 15, 2004
    10
    The best game every with it's gripping plot and cool "bad guys".
  15. Chimp
    Jun 3, 2005
    10
    The best game ever played. Ignore the graphics. Ignore the AI and physics. This game is almost perfect. The only flaws are that some of the augmentations are much more useful than others. This game is so open and free, there are countless ways to do things. People even discovered ways to beat missions that the developers didnt know about(without cheating of course.) The level design is The best game ever played. Ignore the graphics. Ignore the AI and physics. This game is almost perfect. The only flaws are that some of the augmentations are much more useful than others. This game is so open and free, there are countless ways to do things. People even discovered ways to beat missions that the developers didnt know about(without cheating of course.) The level design is without a doubt the best in any game ever made, bar none. And the plot...oh the plot. Extremely gripping. The first time Icarus speaks was one of the coolest moments in any game I've ever played.… Expand
  16. WillR.
    Jul 10, 2005
    10
    Best game of all time. If you do not own this game, find it and buy it. The sequel is worth picking up as well only if you have a good rig, but the sequel is not quite as good. They are both excellent games and well-worth playing. I pray to god that there is going to be a third one despite the death of Ion Storm developer.
  17. AndyH.
    Oct 10, 2006
    10
    This game is the only FPS style game that has ever caught my attention so memorably. Alongside GTA and the old X-Com series of games, this is undeniably in a league of its own. Many newer gamers view Half Life 2 as the modern equivalent of an iconic game, but this in no way compares to the brilliance of Deus Ex; try this once and you will understand exactly how Deus Ex forces you to move This game is the only FPS style game that has ever caught my attention so memorably. Alongside GTA and the old X-Com series of games, this is undeniably in a league of its own. Many newer gamers view Half Life 2 as the modern equivalent of an iconic game, but this in no way compares to the brilliance of Deus Ex; try this once and you will understand exactly how Deus Ex forces you to move the goalposts when rating every other subsequent game. It acts as a forceful comparator to remind you of just how close to perfection a game needs to be to compete. The graphics are looking rather dated in modern times, but it is the intricate and interactive plot and intense characterisation that makes Deus Ex tower far above its peers. Six years on and there has still never been a better game within this genre, or even one that comes close for that matter. There… Expand
  18. Brisk
    Jan 5, 2006
    10
    Make no mistake, this is the greatest single-player experience for the PC. There are so many incredible momments in Deus Ex, and it truly raised the bar wth regards to interactivity, story telling, and open-ended gameplay. Expect a game that will demand your full attention, and will keep you engrossed for many, many hours. An extraordinary achievement, and a testament to the skill and Make no mistake, this is the greatest single-player experience for the PC. There are so many incredible momments in Deus Ex, and it truly raised the bar wth regards to interactivity, story telling, and open-ended gameplay. Expect a game that will demand your full attention, and will keep you engrossed for many, many hours. An extraordinary achievement, and a testament to the skill and imagination of the developers.… Expand
  19. RitchieT.
    Jun 6, 2006
    10
    Best game I've ever played, and it's now 2006.
  20. DarioD.
    Aug 24, 2006
    10
    Easily one of the best video games ever made. It incorporating a great story, RPG-style inventory with experience points used to increase skills, fun combat with countless weapons and items, good music, memorable events and dialogue, incredible replay value, and an extremely dynamic and lengthy campaign, which is different every time you play, due to the incredible amount of freedom. Easily one of the best video games ever made. It incorporating a great story, RPG-style inventory with experience points used to increase skills, fun combat with countless weapons and items, good music, memorable events and dialogue, incredible replay value, and an extremely dynamic and lengthy campaign, which is different every time you play, due to the incredible amount of freedom. After playing through the game 5 times, I still found many new things and places that I had never found before, and triggered events and plot twists that I hadn't come across in 4 play-throughs. Each playthrough was with a drastically different approach, as the game incorporates many different play-styles, including playing with "realistic" combat damage for those who wish to. Not enough can be said about this game. It's like "The Godfather" of video games, in more ways than one.… Expand
  21. PatrickS.
    Sep 17, 2006
    10
    It is a MUST buy/play for a hardcore FPS player. Truly a great game with an amazingly twisted storyline and plot that could be beaten in one one of four different ways.
  22. SHODAN
    Oct 15, 2007
    10
    One of the pinnacles of the, sadly past, golden era of PC games.
  23. JC
    Jan 2, 2007
    10
    One of the best game ever! Perfect design comes together with really useful RPG element. And at the end... do you want to shot your way through the game or maybe stealth is the way you like?
  24. ChrisR.
    Feb 27, 2007
    10
    Absolutely, positively #1 on my list of all time favorite games. It's now Feb or 2007 and I just got finished playing through DX again and my only regret is that I can't go back and play it again for the first time, before I knew all the little tricks and secrets of the game.
  25. LoganD.
    Apr 3, 2007
    10
    Deus Ex is the single most groundbreaking game I have ever played.
  26. IndoS.
    Apr 6, 2007
    10
    This could be the game of the millenium ....... one of or maybe the best game i ever played to date...re-play value is amazing ... a must to own ...
  27. DaveB.
    Sep 8, 2007
    10
    Hands down, Deus Ex has one of the most interesting storylines of any game ever. Gameplay is so open-ended you can replay it 30 times and have situations react and change diffrently everytime. Incredibly fun, interesting, and even (at times) funny. Highly recommended.
  28. TomC.
    Sep 9, 2007
    10
    Still one of the best games ever, 7 years on! Very few games still give the option of taking a different route throught the game and multiple endings - you can play this game several times and still be suprised! A now downloadble on Steam, a must get!
  29. JCD.
    Jan 3, 2008
    10
    Best game I have ever played. No way near the best action FPS and and probably not the best RPG (I dont play RPGs so how would I know?), but when you play this with a "sneaky style" instead of usual "terminator style" games its amazing.
  30. NickS.
    Feb 23, 2008
    10
    what do i need to say that hasnt been said about this game... It has one of the best story lines i have seen in a game, and the fact that there a fairly large sections of the game that you can completely miss if you are not paying attention. The sheer variety in this game should keep even the non FPS fans happy with some cool RPG elements. simply put, a truly superb masterpiece... nice what do i need to say that hasnt been said about this game... It has one of the best story lines i have seen in a game, and the fact that there a fairly large sections of the game that you can completely miss if you are not paying attention. The sheer variety in this game should keep even the non FPS fans happy with some cool RPG elements. simply put, a truly superb masterpiece... nice one ion storm...… Expand
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#7 Best PC Game of 2000
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#2 Most Discussed PC Game of 2000
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#4 Most Shared PC Game of 2000

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Metascore
90

Universal acclaim - based on 28 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 28 out of 28
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 28
  3. Negative: 0 out of 28
  1. Eurogamer
    100
    Moody and atmospheric, compelling and addictive, this is first person gaming in grown-up form, and it truly is magnificent.
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  2. CNET Gamecenter
    80
    Oftentimes brilliant, sometimes frustrating, and always riveting, "Deus Ex" could be game-of-the-year material if not for its many glaring flaws.
  3. Game Revolution
    91
    It is, as a game, everything you could ask for... and it's absolutely a blast to play.
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