Evolve

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4.3

Generally unfavorable reviews- based on 975 Ratings

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  1. zathaia
    Feb 14, 2015
    10
    Great game both in regards to graphics and gameplay. It's super fun to play both with your friends and on your own.

    Absolutely worth-your-money game. Most of the low scores this game receives is based on the "Too many microtransactions/DLCs"-argument, which is a bit exaggerated. I would personally rather have the developer release DLCs for me instead of just leaving the game to die    Great game both in regards to graphics and gameplay. It's super fun to play both with your friends and on your own.

    Absolutely worth-your-money game. Most of the low scores this game receives is based on the "Too many microtransactions/DLCs"-argument, which is a bit exaggerated. I would personally rather have the developer release DLCs for me instead of just leaving the game to die after release, even if it will cost me a little.    … Expand
  2. kraenk
    Feb 13, 2015
    10
    These user reviews are the proof what is wrong with metacritic and how it is abused these days. All these haters hating on a great game just because they have a different opinion is just incredibly awkward, even if the game delivers on almost all fronts.
  3. Eswin17
    Feb 11, 2015
    10
    This game is what I hoped it would be. A fun, engaging, progressive co-op / competitive multiplayer game. There is a lot of negativity around the DLC, which is expensive when totaled up, but will add necessary replayability to the game over the course of the next 2-3 years. However, the base game's content is easily worth the $60 entry fee, and no DLC is pay-to-win. In fact, all new mapsThis game is what I hoped it would be. A fun, engaging, progressive co-op / competitive multiplayer game. There is a lot of negativity around the DLC, which is expensive when totaled up, but will add necessary replayability to the game over the course of the next 2-3 years. However, the base game's content is easily worth the $60 entry fee, and no DLC is pay-to-win. In fact, all new maps and game modes are announced to be free - only new Hunters, Monsters, and skins will cost more. And only if you want to play as them, you can play with them or against them for free.

    The game itself has launched smoothly. Very few bugs, and all matchmaking issues in beta have been ironed out. I enjoy playing as both Hunter and Monster, and the variation between each round is immense, and is what makes the game enjoyable. I highly recommend it, whether or not someone plans on paying for any DLC.    … Expand
  4. Lock
    Feb 10, 2015
    10
    Awesome and very fun game. Better play with friends. Don t listen school-boyz with wooden pc's, it worth every dollar. Finally something fresh in multiplayer shooters.
  5. DexDal
    Feb 11, 2015
    10
    This game definitely caters to a niche. People who enjoy team oriented gameplay ( hunters ) or 1 man army ( monster ). Don't listen to all these people complaining about the cash grab, dlc, blah blah. All that stuff is purely aesthetic and does not change the game play at all.

    While I really do wish turtle rock worked under the guidance of valve like they did with left 4 dead since it    This game definitely caters to a niche. People who enjoy team oriented gameplay ( hunters ) or 1 man army ( monster ). Don't listen to all these people complaining about the cash grab, dlc, blah blah. All that stuff is purely aesthetic and does not change the game play at all.

    While I really do wish turtle rock worked under the guidance of valve like they did with left 4 dead since it really does feel like it has a lot more potential. None the less I never touched beta nor alpha and I'm 10 hours in and still having lots of fun. No regrets.

    I'd have to give this game an 8/10 but I'll give it 10 to offset some of those lesser brained folks with their uneducated 0/10 reviews.    … Expand
  6. beladrim
    Feb 13, 2015
    10
    While turtle rocks view on DLC is just one of the **** things I have ever seen, I have to give them credit for making a GOOD coop game.

    - Maps are varied and fun with various hazards - Classes feel very different and are important. Essential for a coop game - Lots of fun if you play with friends - No bugs so far and runs rather well My real rating is a 7/10 considering the ****    While turtle rocks view on DLC is just one of the **** things I have ever seen, I have to give them credit for making a GOOD coop game.

    - Maps are varied and fun with various hazards
    - Classes feel very different and are important. Essential for a coop game
    - Lots of fun if you play with friends
    - No bugs so far and runs rather well

    My real rating is a 7/10 considering the **** DLC practice and perhaps the lack of one or two more game mods.

    But I am giving it a 10 a meta to compensate all the troll zero's. The game IS well made and it is fun coop regardless of the DLC debacle.    … Expand
  7. Hermes_tri
    Feb 19, 2015
    10
    Hands down the best FPS ever..
    No, seriosly. I loved ithe beta, I love it even more now. It is what Titanfall aspired to be but never was as it had like 10% of expected content. Content is not an issue here.
    Singleplayer mode? Check. Easy character Switch? Check. Meaningful progression? Check. Multiple game modes? Check. Map result changing next map conditions? Check. Destructuble    Hands down the best FPS ever..
    No, seriosly. I loved ithe beta, I love it even more now. It is what Titanfall aspired to be but never was as it had like 10% of expected content. Content is not an issue here.

    Singleplayer mode? Check.
    Easy character Switch? Check.
    Meaningful progression? Check.
    Multiple game modes? Check.
    Map result changing next map conditions? Check.
    Destructuble environment? Check.
    Lots of weapons, gadgets and skills? Check.
    Gameplay based on Teamwork and communication? Check.
    Completely different 3-rd person gameplay with monster? Check.
    Good Balance? Check.

    I love playing the game and just listening the hunters banter with each other. Or play as a bloody Monster and feed on the wildlife!!

    Its basically a perfect game, just like Dragon Age Inquisition is a perfect RPG this is a perfect team FPS.    … Expand
  8. Al_Bobo
    Feb 13, 2015
    10
    I have played this game nonstop from the day it was released. I played the beta first and I was so impressed that I sold my pre-purchase and bought the best, most expensive pre-purchase package there was. And I'm not regretting it.
    The gameplay is great, both as a hunter and a monster. Teamwork is crucial and you actually have to use your brain. Characters are versatile and change the way    I have played this game nonstop from the day it was released. I played the beta first and I was so impressed that I sold my pre-purchase and bought the best, most expensive pre-purchase package there was. And I'm not regretting it.
    The gameplay is great, both as a hunter and a monster. Teamwork is crucial and you actually have to use your brain. Characters are versatile and change the way the match is played alot. Controls are intuitive. Graphics are gorgeous. Sound design is very, very important part of the game.
    There are some negative issues worth to mention. Character choosing screen and loading combined before the game starts takes minutes. There are plenty of maps, but none of them are really memorable. There are some bugs, but nothing game breaking. And lastly, some things needs to be tweaked and rebalanced, but the game has been out less than a week so I expect things to change soon. Oh, and as the gameplay develops, the need for communication increases. Mic can be very helpful.
    Overall, I love this game. I got what I expected to get and when the DLCs come out, it will just get better. I will be playing this alot. I have played this game 26 hours now and I consider that a multiplayer game has been worth the money, when I play it more than a hundred hours. Shouldn't take too long...    … Expand
  9. Avman32107
    Feb 12, 2015
    10
    This game is a complete blast! There is a bit of a learning curve as it it a strategy game in the first person perspective (as Hunter) or 3rd person (as Monster). It is not a typical Rambo style run and gun FPS.
    Hunters must communicate and work as a team. Utilizing their current characters strengths to cover their teammates weaknesses. Monsters must use stealth and hit and run tactics    This game is a complete blast! There is a bit of a learning curve as it it a strategy game in the first person perspective (as Hunter) or 3rd person (as Monster). It is not a typical Rambo style run and gun FPS.
    Hunters must communicate and work as a team. Utilizing their current characters strengths to cover their teammates weaknesses. Monsters must use stealth and hit and run tactics as they see fit. Bring the fight to the Hunters where and when you want it, and on your terms.

    Most of the negative reviews are not a fault of the game. They are the confusion of the customer not knowing how to read, or how to play a strategy game vs a COD style arena shooter.

    Also don't worry about getting the DLC. Just get the base game. You won't miss out on any game types, maps or fun! This game differs from COD and Battlefield, and most other games with DLC that end up dividing the user base. Wait for the Monster add on, or Hunter add on to go on sale. No point in getting them now as they are not even out yet.    … Expand
  10. TGxCraig1287
    Feb 10, 2015
    10
    I couldn't care less about the DLC issues with this game. I bought the PC Monster Race edition and I am having a blast with it. I'm not going to score it low because the Devs have to make money and will do so by offering optional content after the release of the game.

    I'm glad this game requires such an intense amount of teamwork to be successful. Some people are giving it a low score    I couldn't care less about the DLC issues with this game. I bought the PC Monster Race edition and I am having a blast with it. I'm not going to score it low because the Devs have to make money and will do so by offering optional content after the release of the game.

    I'm glad this game requires such an intense amount of teamwork to be successful. Some people are giving it a low score because they don't have any friends to join them. I'm glad they don't have friends. No one should associate with someone with the mindset to give a game a low score because they don't have any friends. Some people are giving it a low score because the rounds in this game take longer than they have free time. Again, that is such a moronic reason to give the game a low score.

    Should you buy it if that's the case? No. Should you add that detail when friends ask you if you suggest they check out the game? Yes. But don't go and give it a bad rating. Oh hey, I don't have $400k in expendable cash to go buy a Lamborghini... I guess I should go trash talk it on the internet since the creators didn't tailor their worldwide product to the very specific aspects of my life. It's unbelievable how entitled and self centered gamers are these days.    … Expand
  11. RappyMagoo
    Mar 15, 2015
    10
    Great game, I'd estimate that over half of the bad reviews for Evolve are from people that don't even own the game: It's original, and most importantly it's fun. Don't listen to the whiners, buy this game.
  12. apragmatist
    Feb 10, 2015
    10
    Any of the reviews you are seeing that start out with complaining about “micro transactions” or “paid DLC” should be written off as false. For whatever reason this game has drawn a lot of false reviews…most likely placements from competitors. I played the Alpha, Beta and just got through playing 3 straight hours of custom games (where you can be the monster and still chat with yourAny of the reviews you are seeing that start out with complaining about “micro transactions” or “paid DLC” should be written off as false. For whatever reason this game has drawn a lot of false reviews…most likely placements from competitors. I played the Alpha, Beta and just got through playing 3 straight hours of custom games (where you can be the monster and still chat with your friends) and me and my friends had a blast!! The matchmaking is fast, the maps are great, the gameplay is fluid, the various roles complement each other very well. It is true you must like cooperative, team-based play because that is what this game is all about. And it is definitely best to play with your mic turned on so that you can communicate with your teammates. Also, for some reason many reviews are comparing this game to Titanfall…they are not even in the same league. If you are a hunter, then Evolve forces you to play as a team if you want to win…and if you are the monster then your strategy is to escape, evolve, and then kill all of the hunters. In Titanfall you can around and Rambo…no need to play as a part of the team at all. Don’t fall for all of these negative reviews…they are from people who haven’t even played the game and for some reason are trying to damage Evolve’s reputation. Evolve is in fact great cooperative based fun!!!… Expand
  13. TheNinjaAce
    Feb 10, 2015
    10
    Let me start off by saying...I don't pre-order games. This is the only exception I've had.
    Evolve's a 4v1 multiplayer-oriented FPS game that focuses on a team of hunters that have been sent in to the planet Shear to deal with the planet's rather nasty non-native monster problem. It's been described as "A videogame boss fight, in which the boss is player-controlled". This really changes    Let me start off by saying...I don't pre-order games. This is the only exception I've had.
    Evolve's a 4v1 multiplayer-oriented FPS game that focuses on a team of hunters that have been sent in to the planet Shear to deal with the planet's rather nasty non-native monster problem. It's been described as "A videogame boss fight, in which the boss is player-controlled". This really changes things from traditional boss fights, making the game a whole lot more fun.
    There are 4 distinct hunter classes: Assault, Medic, Support, and Trapper. The hunters must rely on teamwork and coordination to take down the monster, which is able to "evolve". This "evolution" ability allows the monster to, essentially, get bigger and stronger. Matches start in favor of the hunters at monster Stage 1. Things shift to become balanced at Stage 2, and once the monster gets to Stage 3, it has the advantage (this doesn't at all mean that the Monster is overpowered at Stage 3).

    Evolve is an experience that can be described by the phrase "Easy to learn, difficult to master". There is a learning curve, mainly that deals with proper movement management for the Hunters and Monster, as well as teamwork. It is absolutely necessary that the hunters work together, at least outside of fights with inexperienced monsters. Once you learn the basics (and over the course of the first few hours of playing, you'll know what's necessary), the game becomes a whole lot more fun. The game deals less with having fast reflexes and powerful guns to kill your opponent, and more with executing a careful plan, on both sides of the fight. Sneaking up on your opponent, surprising them, doubling-back, etc. are all strategies the monster is able to employ to shift the balance in his/her favor. Hunters can use item combinations, such as the famous "Beam Team" employed by the support Hank and medic Val to heal a teammate and keep them invincible for a short time (Hank has an invincibility beam, and Val has a traditional-style MedGun).

    There's a lot of depth in Evolve. Different combinations of hunters and their respective items/weapons/abilities make for a lot of different strategies. Even with the individual hunters, some pretty cool ideas have been formed: for example, the Trapper, Abe, has a tracking dart pistol that can track the monster if it's shot at it directly, or if the monster eats wildlife that has been tracked. I played in a match during the beta in which the hunters and I (I was running Abe, then) ran with a strategy known as the "War of Attrition", which is basically killing all wildlife and tracking it. The match got really interesting, since we were employing this strategy whenever possible.

    The characters themselves are fantastic. Each of the hunters has their own fun bits of dialogue, and their designs are fantastic. All characters (monsters included) have a distinct personality. Lazarus is a stubborn, grumpy old man; Markov's a jolly, optimistic man who's obsessed with dying a glorious death in battle; and Cabot's the optimistic, great leader of the group (just to name off a few).
    Graphics are fantastic; this runs on Cryengine, so that's no surprise there. Even on lower-end hardware like the PC I use, I have next to no complaints. Anyone who's complained about the graphics really doesn't have any justification, in my opinion. Audio as well; great music, great sound effects.

    There's a lot of controversy surrounding the game for its DLC, and instead of explaining why this isn't an issue, I'll just leave you with this final point: you don't have to buy DLC.
    Happy hunting.    … Expand
  14. skrublord420
    Feb 11, 2015
    10
    I never leave reviews but since so many ignorant people like to review games before they play it I have to. This game is not bad at all the "pay 2 win" is absurd. The DLC that is not out yet will have new monsters, hunters and maps as expected this age of games. The ONLY DLC that is out now are skins for hunters and monsters. If that's an issue well you clearly haven't played video gamesI never leave reviews but since so many ignorant people like to review games before they play it I have to. This game is not bad at all the "pay 2 win" is absurd. The DLC that is not out yet will have new monsters, hunters and maps as expected this age of games. The ONLY DLC that is out now are skins for hunters and monsters. If that's an issue well you clearly haven't played video games in a long time. The game it self is fantastic 3 characters per class 3 monsters with everything has a form of skill progression. If you just sit around play skirmish over and over it will get boring. Go play evacuation and play with some friends. Haven't seen any bugs yet game is great the graphics are really good not mind blowing but damn solid. Game is probably an 8 but since people like to QQQQ and leave uneducated reviews I have to boost it with a 10. Is it worth $60 to me yes to others maybe no but by no means is this game below an 8.… Expand
  15. Applecrow
    Feb 12, 2015
    10
    -Boring-ass Hiking simulator. I landed and the monster wasn't even there to fight. Probably a bug. I swear even some of the wildlife wasn't even armed and would just run from a fight.
    -Day 1 DLC is ruining the industry. The fact that TRS didn't lay off its art department to save money and has the audacity to charge the standard price for their game at launch is just astounding in today's    -Boring-ass Hiking simulator. I landed and the monster wasn't even there to fight. Probably a bug. I swear even some of the wildlife wasn't even armed and would just run from a fight.
    -Day 1 DLC is ruining the industry. The fact that TRS didn't lay off its art department to save money and has the audacity to charge the standard price for their game at launch is just astounding in today's gaming economy.
    -Multiple package deals are too hard to understand for people who refuse to read them and assume they come with everything.
    -DLC skins did not make me feel OP enough, even though I bought them all. My wallet feels violated by these shady business practices.
    -Not enough content in the single hunter skin packs.
    -Toxic community where the other players only used chat to tell me how to play the game and called out they could see the monster when the monster was clearly no where to be seen.
    -Tutorial lied, the tracks never lead to the monster.
    -Plants are OP. I kept mashing 'E' but couldn't break out. A teammate finally caught up with me enough to kill it. It died in one hit so obviously I was about to break out.
    -Monster is too hard to solo. I'm going back to CoD where at least the boss fights are done with QTE.
    -Other players are too slow, and won't heal themselves. They kept asking me to heal them just because I was smart enough to play a medic. One even demanded I come and help him up and whined about strikes. I told him "3 strikes you out noob". I think he ragequit after that, definite noob move. No loss, he wasn't even trying to DPS he just kept throwing out this stupid blue dome.
    -Fairly certain killshot and KDR reporting is broken. The other hunters didn't congratulate me for getting the killshot. I certainly didn't get any XP for it.

    Kidding aside, I love the game. It feels like a lot of people just want to hate on it because they heard DLC and went rabid, and never bothered to check facts. Neither did any of the gaming news sites, who probably loved all the clickbait the DLC controversy caused.

    Is it for everyone? no. I'm sure 80% of the people who found it 'boring' wanted something that was guns blazing from the tutorial on.    … Expand
  16. OracleFish
    Feb 11, 2015
    10
    The game is fun, unique, and there's enough character and game mode variety to keep it interesting for a long while. Also, the bot AI in solo mode is pretty brutal.

    I've played a good amount of rounds, and Evolve seems incredibly well balanced (I've seen monster and hunters win multiple times). The game clearly is not for everyone - if you don't like arena shooters, don't buy it. If    The game is fun, unique, and there's enough character and game mode variety to keep it interesting for a long while. Also, the bot AI in solo mode is pretty brutal.

    I've played a good amount of rounds, and Evolve seems incredibly well balanced (I've seen monster and hunters win multiple times).

    The game clearly is not for everyone - if you don't like arena shooters, don't buy it.
    If you're upset about the pricing, don't buy it. It's really that simple.

    HOWEVER, if you're looking for a fun, unique, 4v1 arena shooter that's an absolute blast to play with friends or alone, then pick it up.

    Not sure why Metacritic lets people who haven't even played the game review it though. Site should be moderated better than that.    … Expand
  17. Shumongous
    Feb 12, 2015
    10
    I really enjoy playing as the monster and trying to level up as quickly as possible. The suspense of the hunters maybe being near by as you evolve is also very intense. Lastly, the battles once you are completely leveled up are so insane I almost doodoo my pants.
  18. acidcritic
    Apr 7, 2015
    10
    La **** che ha colpito questo gioco è assolutamente ridicola. Il gioco non sarà perfetto, necessita ancora di patch, ma certo definirlo un gioco senza contenuti o boiate di questo genere è davvero patetico. La gente sempre più spesso pretende giochi gratis, non rendendosi conto di come le DLC siano la via perfetta per guadagnare senza danneggiare l'esperienza di gioco: tutti i contenuti aLa **** che ha colpito questo gioco è assolutamente ridicola. Il gioco non sarà perfetto, necessita ancora di patch, ma certo definirlo un gioco senza contenuti o boiate di questo genere è davvero patetico. La gente sempre più spesso pretende giochi gratis, non rendendosi conto di come le DLC siano la via perfetta per guadagnare senza danneggiare l'esperienza di gioco: tutti i contenuti a pagamento di questo gioco sono assolutamente non necessari e averli non ti rende né migliore né più forte degli altri player.

    Questo titolo semplicemente punisce tutti coloro i quali non sanno giocare di squadra, rendendolo consigliato soltanto per chi sa usare il cervello e non pensa soltanto con il dito posato sul mouse.    … Expand
  19. SArais
    Oct 28, 2017
    10
    Glorious game ruined by a bunch of edgy teenagers who **** about cosmetics. Formulate your own opinion. Find out yourself if you like it. Stage 1 and 2 differ greatly.
  20. Hegelol
    Feb 10, 2015
    10
    Look it is an amazing game.

    Don't listen to the ppl complaining it's too pricey or whatever. It is exactly what gamers expect of a shooter game to be - it is brutal, epic and to the point.

    The first people to come complain here are usually the ones who did not understand what they are getting into or what the game is supposed to be like.

    It is the top shooter of 2015! Mind my words.
  21. peterson2k4
    Feb 10, 2015
    10
    Turn the game on and playing it is a blast. Beat game ezpwrience ive had in a very long time. Yea their is a lot of DLC but ita not like a free to play game where buying the DLC is the only way you can win. Without spending more than $60 you could have fun for years. The reat is for the rabid fan.

    Play it and judge the gameplay for itself.
  22. ISawOrPlayed
    Feb 10, 2015
    10
    I have not yet played... but neither have many of you reviewing. Figured I would give it a 10 to balance out the 0's from those who have "played the game thoroughly"... and just like to rant based on information from user comments/dribble that they take as fact.

    Picking it up tomorrow. Have heard nothing but great things.
  23. jimskog
    Feb 11, 2015
    10
    Disregard all of the negative reviews, these people are crazy, don't own Evolve, or are just trying to make a point.

    Evolve is the most fun game that I've played in years, it is a masterpiece of asymmetrical PvP and Co-op. A lot of people who are reviewing this game are mad about the DLC which I feel creates a completely unreasonable and biased opinion, but since it a popular topic, it    Disregard all of the negative reviews, these people are crazy, don't own Evolve, or are just trying to make a point.

    Evolve is the most fun game that I've played in years, it is a masterpiece of asymmetrical PvP and Co-op. A lot of people who are reviewing this game are mad about the DLC which I feel creates a completely unreasonable and biased opinion, but since it a popular topic, it needs to be discussed.

    Evolve, like any other $60 "AAA" title is obviously a $60 game. Like every other "AAA" game, it is releasing DLC. You know what it isn't doing? Setting paywalls, separating players, and charging for maps.

    Maybe this is news to you? You don't have to have any of the DLC to play Evolve, it is a full game, and you can play with anyone regardless of the DLC that they have. In fact, you can even play as the DLC characters without having the DLC. If a player drops out, or you play with bots, you can switch to the DLC characters. Also, unlike every other "AAA" game, maps are free!

    Okay, I hope that handled your doubts about the DLC, let's move onto the game itself.

    Game-play - 9.5/10 - Evolves game-play is incredibly smooth, and all of the controls feel very tight. You play either as a powerful hulking monster, or a team of 4 hunters. The game is very well balanced and each hunter and monster has relevant strengths and weaknesses. The campaign (Evacuation mode) is a short series of 5 games, with over 800,000 possible randomized LARGE differences. The replay value of this game is incredibly high, and I do not see myself getting bored of it anytime soon. I feel that the game can almost be classified as a MOBA and it is definitely more entertaining, fast-paced, and dynamic than any MOBA out there. Teamwork is ESSENTIAL to your success as a hunter, if you prefer to play solo, the monster is a good choice for you. The only reason it gets a 9.5 is that, if you are playing as hunter, a teammate can grief you, or feed, etc. Which is a problem in every MOBA. Even my friends who are not interested in shooters, or my die-hard CS friends were incredibly impressed with evolves game-play.

    Graphics - 10/10 - The game looks beautiful because it runs on Cry-engine, the art is very well done. Occasionally the maps seem a bit too similar, but they each have defining features that make them unique. The monsters and hunters all look great. Better graphics than any COD, CS, or MOBA that will play.

    Sound - 9.5/10 - The sound is clear, and is essential to finding the monster. The voice acting is excellent and witty or relevant lines will be keeping you on your toes the whole time. The sound also functions as cues for the players on both teams. "Dome up" "Shield coming down" etc. The monsters roars sound incredible.

    Overall - 9.75/10 - Evolve is an amazing game, a unique masterpiece that deserved all of its awards at E3 etc. The progression system (unlocking skins/character mastery) manages to be enticing without feeling too grindy. You will not get bored of Evolve anytime soon.    … Expand
  24. Kingbung
    Feb 11, 2015
    10
    Evolve is a very fun game. The whole premise of a 4 person team against a monster is a welcome breath of fresh air for the multiplayer fps genre. I was bored with playing all the call of duties and battlefields out there. Although the initial learning curve is a bit harsh especially as the monster it is an extremely fun game. Making yu actually talk with the people in your game to work asEvolve is a very fun game. The whole premise of a 4 person team against a monster is a welcome breath of fresh air for the multiplayer fps genre. I was bored with playing all the call of duties and battlefields out there. Although the initial learning curve is a bit harsh especially as the monster it is an extremely fun game. Making yu actually talk with the people in your game to work as a team is vital and fun. The graphics are cool although the animals and killer plants blend in with the back ground a little too well at times and most of the maps look alot alike. The games runs excellent on ps4. With the whole progress system i feel like there's definitely alot to do. Most of the dlcs are just skins so who really cares. Peace out… Expand
  25. soccerslam31
    Feb 11, 2015
    10
    Ever played games and wondered what it is like to be that huge hulking boss with multiple stages and takes a finely tuned strategy and skill to take down? EVOLVE finally gives players the opportunity to not only play as the human heroes trying to save humanity by killing that disgusting monster but the chance to FINALLY be the bad guy, and OH DOES IT FEEL GOOD! EVOLVE is a game that madeEver played games and wondered what it is like to be that huge hulking boss with multiple stages and takes a finely tuned strategy and skill to take down? EVOLVE finally gives players the opportunity to not only play as the human heroes trying to save humanity by killing that disgusting monster but the chance to FINALLY be the bad guy, and OH DOES IT FEEL GOOD! EVOLVE is a game that made large promises and did nothing but fulfill them. Chasing down the monster and working together with a team of four unique hunters that have synergy in hugely varying ways is fun and exciting. While playing as the monster is a completely different and unique experience ranging from paranoia and fear of being caught early at stage 1 to evolving to stage 3 and feeling like a god raining down rock and electricity on unsuspecting humans, and its FUN the whole time.

    The complaints about pricing are based on the grounds of a traditional game but evolve not falling into the traditional game category is what makes it so beautiful. No hold your hand story is present here but through the conversation pieces and short, and cool cut scenes the setting of Shear and the hunters role their is fleshed out. The hunters personalities are as varied as their skill sets with all of them having varying reasons for their being in this elite team of hunters.

    The three available monsters are hugely different with each one playing completely different. The first available monster is the Goliath who is all about jumping in and pummeling as many humans as possible and then getting out fast. By playing this monster the Kraken can be unlocked, which is my personal favorite of the three. This monster floats above the battlefield dishing out electric shocks aplenty with its skill set but once it is pinned down it is relatively weak. Finally the wraith is unlocked which playing against its toolbox of tricky escapes and stealthy tactics makes this monster extremely difficult to pin down and deal with but with its weak armor is the easiest to weaken early and throughout the game.

    for $60 dollars this game is going to keep me busy for a long time and I know for me and the rest of the hunters and monsters out their it was well worth dishing out the cash to learn all these new characters and master killing a monster, or FINALLY playing as that unstoppable boss and shredding four poor human players.    … Expand
  26. drgndrums
    Feb 12, 2015
    10
    This has been the first shooter in years that I felt was worth the asking price. I have 25 hours of play in, and have barely scratched the surface of my time with it. I've paid more for less. There are basically two games here, one for solo play and one for team play. Playing as the monster has been one of my favorite competitive gaming experiences. As a Hunter, your best times will comeThis has been the first shooter in years that I felt was worth the asking price. I have 25 hours of play in, and have barely scratched the surface of my time with it. I've paid more for less. There are basically two games here, one for solo play and one for team play. Playing as the monster has been one of my favorite competitive gaming experiences. As a Hunter, your best times will come from gaming with friends. The AI is, however, improved from the bots in Left 4 Dead. I used solo play to complete all the character unlocks and enjoyed the experience, but it pales in comparison to online play. There is a wealth of depth to the gameplay and each game feels unique and gets the adrenaline going. Expect a slight learning curve. Try not to blame game balance or other players when you lose (especially as monster). Appreciate that another play may be better than you. Enjoy a game that encourages you to get better and be smarter. Buying the base game now will in no way affect your gameplay experience and you will not be missing out on any launch content (honestly the cosmetic dlc isn't even that appealing).

    Again, the microtransaction page has no influence on the gameplay and is strictly cosmetic, probably forced onto a good developer by their source of financial backing. New Hunters and Monsters, which are substantial pieces of new gameplay, will cost money as they should. All new maps will be released for free. The price tag may be set higher than some would like in anticipation of the inevitable Steam sales. The community backlash to this stuff is beyond me, and is coming largely, I think, from misinformation. There is NO Day One content based DLC. The crusade to punish an industry that is trying to keep the base price of AAA games at its current rate, as cost of development is ever increasing and the valuation of games is plummeting as a result of Steam sales and App stores, by monetizing cosmetic customization from those who wish to purchase it, will ultimately be self destructive. We want a certain caliber of game but don't wish to pay for it. When a model is created that keeps the majority from having to pay more, we shouldn't be protesting. I hope, over time, the strong gameplay will have friends recruiting friends and eventually this toxic reaction will dissipate.

    I eagerly look forward to purchasing the new content as it's released and dream of this game developing a huge roster of characters and monsters. I would much rather see that happen than be forced to drop another $60 on Evolve 2 in the next year or two.    … Expand
  27. Gravox
    Feb 12, 2015
    10
    I have been playing games for approximately 35 years and I feel like I have a pretty good idea of what makes for a good game. Really good games are actually few and far between.

    In the last few days I have had more fun with Evolve that I have had with any other game in the last 10 years. It really is two games in one. You can play as a monster, solo, starting off rather weak, and    I have been playing games for approximately 35 years and I feel like I have a pretty good idea of what makes for a good game. Really good games are actually few and far between.

    In the last few days I have had more fun with Evolve that I have had with any other game in the last 10 years. It really is two games in one. You can play as a monster, solo, starting off rather weak, and by carefully navigating the maps, eating wildlife and avoiding the hunters you can grow into this tremendously strong beast that can smash your opponents - this is endlessly satisfying. Or you can join a team of four strongly typed hunters whose job is to hunt the monster down and take it out before it gets too strong.

    Unfortunately for Evolve, just like other "AAA" releases it seems in recent memory, there is some reason that "the people" are jumping on the negativity bandwagon, and in Evolves case the gripe mainly appears to be DLC and pricing.

    To me the pricing for new monsters and hunters does not seem too bad given that any new maps are going to be released for free. This means you are actually paying for a new character and part funding of the new map development - I much prefer this approach to DLC as it does not split the community - if you choose not to buy DLC but you still get new maps for free. The skins are plentiful and pricey but I keep telling myself I don't need them........

    Anyway, I would totally recommend this game if you enjoy first person shooters. And if you do try it, give it a good go - many of us are so used to the military shooter that they are easy to pick up but Evolve is something very different. You will need new skills to hunt or be hunted and once you have it down it is extremely, extremely fun.    … Expand
  28. YroPro
    Feb 12, 2015
    10
    Fantastic game, unfortunately there's a ridiculous amount of misinformation on the game. Anyways, very solid gameplay, amazing graphics, and an immense amount of depth and strategy due to the PVP nature of the game.
  29. shyy
    Feb 13, 2015
    10
    if u bought the game in preorder its so much worth these 50€ because you get free dlc (15€) and free l4d 1 copy for steam(14€) IT is 21€ for game. I think haters should wait till price falls and first buy the game, then play it for like 4 to 5 hours and then **** review it ;)
  30. scubanty
    Feb 13, 2015
    10
    Evolve is a very addicting game with top notch graphics and endless amounts of fun. With the tutorial this game is very easy to learn the controls with. I like being the hunters because I like to work as a team with others. This is one of my favorite games I have played.
    Seeing the monster evolve over the course of the game is great.
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 39 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 25 out of 39
  2. Mixed: 14 out of 39
  3. Negative: 0 out of 39
  1. Ten Ton Hammer
    Nov 1, 2015
    80
    Evolve is unquestionably one of the best multiplayer games to arrive in the last few years.
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  2. Riot Pixels
    Apr 19, 2015
    67
    When Evolve plays nice and doesn’t annoy you with technical problems, it is kind of fun, provided you play not more than one campaign a day. But, really, you can get the same fun in any decent f2p shooter. Like Team Fortress 2, for example.
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  3. Games Master UK
    Apr 9, 2015
    71
    Imbalanced and repetitive to a disappointing degree, but when it hits the mark it can be great. [April 2015, p.56]
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