Steelrising

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8.7

Generally favorable reviews- based on 322 Ratings

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  2. Mixed: 32 out of 322
  3. Negative: 30 out of 322

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  1. DreadStorm
    Jun 15, 2023
    10
    Просто круто! В игре своя атмосфера, хорошая история, довольно забавное оружие и очень интересные боссы))) Новое веяние SOULSLIKE игр!
  2. Anthony1010
    Sep 11, 2022
    10
    Solid ass souls like - great atmosphere. Great tone. Story is servicable. Fresh take on the genre
  3. untoldmonkey
    Oct 9, 2022
    10
    Extraordinarily fun. Aegis is one of the best protagonists of the year, and with her I had some of the most fast-paced and engaging combat I've experienced out of a souls-like game since Bloodborne. Graphics are also extremely impressive considering the size of the studio. So often while playing this game I would just stop what I'm doing to explore a room, check out the detail on a statue,Extraordinarily fun. Aegis is one of the best protagonists of the year, and with her I had some of the most fast-paced and engaging combat I've experienced out of a souls-like game since Bloodborne. Graphics are also extremely impressive considering the size of the studio. So often while playing this game I would just stop what I'm doing to explore a room, check out the detail on a statue, or just gaze out across the city. Aegis also has some great customization, and this game is sorely lacking a photo mode to really capture her and the many outfits you can give her.

    The game does have its flaws - while fun, the combat is easy to cheese. Consumables seriously need to be limited to prevent spam and bosses all around need to attack more often and have higher alchemical resistances. You can get essentially infinite healing in this game which is just absurd. Other than that, I just have a lot of smaller gripes about facial animations, occasional difficulty in telling which doors are usable and which ones aren't, and a little annoyance about the end, which I won't get into here.

    But even while this game isn't perfect, I had a really good time with it, and considering this comes from a smaller studio this is just an incredible piece of art and I cannot wait to see where Spider goes from here.    … Expand
  4. RhinoCreed
    Oct 12, 2022
    10
    Easily the best game I've played this year. Beautiful visuals, stellar gameplay, and level design, great fun combat, brilliantly reach story. And it's one of the best Soulslike games I've ever played.
  5. Schtoepper
    Sep 17, 2022
    10
    Awesome game. I never had fun with From Software games because it was a somewhat brutal experience (i am not a pro gamer). This one is much more convenient, i can manage it very well, but still demanding. Perfect Souls-Like experience.
  6. feder74
    Sep 10, 2022
    10
    Very beautiful game, thanks Spiders. We need more games like this. Perfect graphics, great level design, wonderful settings in revolutionary France
  7. marcus_sand
    Sep 10, 2022
    10
    Excellent soulslike, one of the best I've ever played! It's very fun to play, captivating and engaging, many many weapons to use, lots of upgrades and detailed character development. Graphics is very good. I liked it a lot
  8. peuyu
    Sep 10, 2022
    10
    Don't trust the critics reviews, this game is very good. Spiders did a wonderful job here, the story is intriguing, gameplay is interesting and many strategies can be used to defeat enemies which are varied and beautiful to see. The French countryside is rendered beautifully: flourishing vegetation, old villages, paths, peasants' houses, markets and the beautiful landscapes. Visually theDon't trust the critics reviews, this game is very good. Spiders did a wonderful job here, the story is intriguing, gameplay is interesting and many strategies can be used to defeat enemies which are varied and beautiful to see. The French countryside is rendered beautifully: flourishing vegetation, old villages, paths, peasants' houses, markets and the beautiful landscapes. Visually the game is outstanding! One of the biggest surprises in 2022, I totally recommend it to buy… Expand
  9. kenzete
    Sep 10, 2022
    10
    I must acknowledge those French guys did a very good job with Steelrising. Honestly, I didn't expect it to be so good. But I had to change my mind because it has nothing less than top AAA games of this genre like Dark Souls or Elden Ring. Plus, it is very nice to play, visually breathtaking, and what amazed me the most was the impressive choice of weapons, all of them perfectly integratedI must acknowledge those French guys did a very good job with Steelrising. Honestly, I didn't expect it to be so good. But I had to change my mind because it has nothing less than top AAA games of this genre like Dark Souls or Elden Ring. Plus, it is very nice to play, visually breathtaking, and what amazed me the most was the impressive choice of weapons, all of them perfectly integrated in that 18th century setting, with unique special attacks, tons of upgrades. There's also suspence sometimes in this game, which makes it even more fascinating to play. Many paths to follow, very good exploration and secrets (especially rare objects improving your skills). Historical references to Louis XVI and his family are also well implemented. What can I say, those are the kind of games we wanna see released. Thank you very much for your hard work in developing it… Expand
  10. jamboframe
    Sep 10, 2022
    10
    erg leuk het Frankrijk van de revolutie in dit spel. Ik vond het ook geweldig om het personage aan te passen met veel modules en verbeteringen. Ik hoop in de toekomst een vervolg te zien
  11. etyrer
    Sep 10, 2022
    10
    I don't agree with professional critics this time. Why have they assigned such a low rating to Steelrising? Spiders produced a smart game here, exciting, very well implemented both in difficulty progression and in level building. Graphic style is also fabulous: look at the automaton variety, the effects, reflections of the environments, structure of the villages, castles, historicalI don't agree with professional critics this time. Why have they assigned such a low rating to Steelrising? Spiders produced a smart game here, exciting, very well implemented both in difficulty progression and in level building. Graphic style is also fabulous: look at the automaton variety, the effects, reflections of the environments, structure of the villages, castles, historical places. Everything is recreated wonderfully with a mix of historical truth and imagination. Aegis is a pleasure to control and to upgrade. There are many power-ups you will find during the adventure, and also many weapons, clothes, modules, etc...It's one of the best action role-playing game on the market, on the same level than the ones by FromSoftware. Steelrising absolutely is worh a sequel. Thank you for letting us play this beautiful game… Expand
  12. doridyan
    Sep 10, 2022
    10
    Can't think of a game better than this in the soulslike genre as far as freshness and creativity are concerned. Here you will not find frustration, impossible bosses, super skilled enemies but every aspect is well-balanced to make you enjoy your journey. The game is difficult as far as you progress but not impossible. It will never make you regret you started playing it. I really liked theCan't think of a game better than this in the soulslike genre as far as freshness and creativity are concerned. Here you will not find frustration, impossible bosses, super skilled enemies but every aspect is well-balanced to make you enjoy your journey. The game is difficult as far as you progress but not impossible. It will never make you regret you started playing it. I really liked the story too and Louis 16 passion for clocks and automata!… Expand
  13. Catalinenescu
    Sep 11, 2022
    10
    Acest joc este superb. Peisajele sunt minunate. Clădirile, peisajul rural, vegetația, cu adevărat excepționale. Și apoi multe arme din care să alegi. Frumoasă idee de roboți în serviciul regelui. Sperăm să vedem mai multe jocuri similare în viitor
  14. cardwizard
    Sep 11, 2022
    10
    For me it'a GOTY, Game Of The Year. Magnificent graphics, awesome gameplay with lots of weapons and upgrades, perfect level design and beautiful old France reconstruction
  15. stillyw
    Sep 11, 2022
    10
    If this game was produced by FromSoftware, it would have collected 90 and 95 by every critic magazine in the world. Unfortunately, this was not the case and the result is a very underrated game which is a gem instead. Didn't have as much fun since the times of Bloodborne. A Must Play!
  16. CasimiroTi
    Sep 11, 2022
    10
    Terminei o jogo e gostei muito. Tudo foi extremamente envolvente. Gostei muito das atualizações de personagens e módulos. Também é ótimo explorar a França do século XVIII. E a componente artística do jogo é notável. Tenho que recomendar em todos os aspectos. Acima de tudo, compre uma placa de vídeo poderosa para curtir as fantásticas paisagens do jogo!
  17. thya
    Sep 12, 2022
    10
    Steelrising is a stunning achievement from a literal video game architecture perspective, along with creating a difficult but not wildly punishing game that everyone, even non-Soulsborne devotees, should be able to enjoy. It’s an easy game to recommend to anyone and everyone. Steelrising is a gaming achievement the likes of which we rarely seen, with wonderful graphics, excellent artSteelrising is a stunning achievement from a literal video game architecture perspective, along with creating a difficult but not wildly punishing game that everyone, even non-Soulsborne devotees, should be able to enjoy. It’s an easy game to recommend to anyone and everyone. Steelrising is a gaming achievement the likes of which we rarely seen, with wonderful graphics, excellent art direction and stunning level design… Expand
  18. xenyiavendertur
    Sep 12, 2022
    10
    Steelrising is not only the best game Spiders has released to date, but it's also one of the best open world games I've enjoyed in recent years. We are facing a title that manages to perfectly mix each of its elements, and the results really could not be better: charming gameplay, splendid landscapes and architecture, a perfect mix between history events and dream, and a game which is verySteelrising is not only the best game Spiders has released to date, but it's also one of the best open world games I've enjoyed in recent years. We are facing a title that manages to perfectly mix each of its elements, and the results really could not be better: charming gameplay, splendid landscapes and architecture, a perfect mix between history events and dream, and a game which is very amusing to play… Expand
  19. resenzgyl
    Sep 12, 2022
    10
    Deep, wide, artistic, evocative and absolutely packed with fresh adventure, Steelrising's open world is nothing short of game-changing experience. Highly recommended!
  20. fr59
    Sep 12, 2022
    10
    Steelrising is a true soulslike that does some wonderful things with the concept of an open world, and its exploration mechanics. I haven't had so much fun with an open world since RDR2. An accessible, satisfying, and excellent game all gamers should try, not only the souls-fanatics one.
  21. scene
    Sep 12, 2022
    10
    Solid gameplay, over the top world design, eye catching visuals, deep combat mechanisms, endless possibilities to upgrade, and many, many other things can be said about Steelrising, but non of them can truly describe it for what it is. You will have to play it.
  22. jellymea
    Sep 12, 2022
    10
    This game is a masterclass in world design. It improves almost all of the bases of Spiders’ previous titles and adds upon them many new ones, with its verticality, astonishing world and great combat and story. It is a mixed action RPG - soulslike title, and one that will be surely played and remembered for years to come, putting a creative bar for action RPGs and firmly sitting as one ofThis game is a masterclass in world design. It improves almost all of the bases of Spiders’ previous titles and adds upon them many new ones, with its verticality, astonishing world and great combat and story. It is a mixed action RPG - soulslike title, and one that will be surely played and remembered for years to come, putting a creative bar for action RPGs and firmly sitting as one of the best video games ever.… Expand
  23. BerndtClaes
    Sep 12, 2022
    10
    Det var roligt att spela. Det här spelet har atmosfär och kreativitet som aldrig sett förut. Gamla Frankrike är vackert att se. Det finns ett stort urval av vapen. Spelutmaningen är välbalanserad. Jag gillade det så mycket
  24. tarcoon
    Sep 12, 2022
    10
    Steelrising adds new ingredients to the Dark Souls formula, creating a world that is an absolute blast. Combat remains as fluid as we’re used to, providing us with even more tools and weapons to master and ignite our sadomasochistic tendencies, even if difficulty is very well balanced here. The game's plot is often bland but level design is top, upgrades and skill are well done, gameplaySteelrising adds new ingredients to the Dark Souls formula, creating a world that is an absolute blast. Combat remains as fluid as we’re used to, providing us with even more tools and weapons to master and ignite our sadomasochistic tendencies, even if difficulty is very well balanced here. The game's plot is often bland but level design is top, upgrades and skill are well done, gameplay is tremendous and 18th century France is very cool.… Expand
  25. gypsysdolls
    Sep 13, 2022
    10
    best game I've played in 2k22. Visually a masterpiece, awesome gameplay that will keep your eyes glued to the screen for a long time. Nothing more to add
  26. mat-zez
    Sep 13, 2022
    10
    Steelrising is one of the most innovative RPGs of this generation that goes above and beyond the genre to bring us something very creative and unforgettable. An unmissable gem for every gamer
  27. dataspecialist
    Sep 13, 2022
    10
    Steelrising is easily one of the best RPGs on the market and manages to even eclipse its predecessors such as Dark Souls series. The gameplay is slow and methodical, but never in a way that feels boring. The game gets hard after a while, but almost always in a fair way.
  28. Eliasschmidt
    Sep 13, 2022
    10
    Steelrising bietet eine erstaunliche Erfahrung durch eine fantastische Welt und erfordert Ihre Geduld und Kontrolle bei jedem Schritt des Weges. Es hat ein großartiges Kampfsystem, eine einzigartige Welt, die es zu erkunden gilt, und einen Schwierigkeitsgrad, der mich dazu brachte, die Stunden bis zum Ende der Überprüfungsfrist zu zählen. Eines der besten Action-Rollenspiele aller Zeiten
  29. thefuturelives
    Sep 13, 2022
    10
    It raises the bar on story and personality so much higher than its been for action RPGs. After spending some time as Aegis, it’s tough to shake the sense that being Commander Shepard, The Dragonborn, or even a Jedi Knight is so much less exciting than simply being an automaton in fantasy Paris. Saving the universe is nothing compared to the look you’ll get when you confirm someone’s worstIt raises the bar on story and personality so much higher than its been for action RPGs. After spending some time as Aegis, it’s tough to shake the sense that being Commander Shepard, The Dragonborn, or even a Jedi Knight is so much less exciting than simply being an automaton in fantasy Paris. Saving the universe is nothing compared to the look you’ll get when you confirm someone’s worst fears.… Expand
  30. midlet
    Sep 13, 2022
    10
    From its engrossing world to its compelling narrative and characters, this game from Spiders is one of the best games in years. It is a must-own for role-playing genre fans—and gamers in general. The experience shouldn't be missed.
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68

Mixed or average reviews - based on 19 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 19
  2. Mixed: 15 out of 19
  3. Negative: 0 out of 19
  1. Riot Pixels
    Oct 22, 2022
    70
    Steelrising is a stylish, original game, despite its numerous blemishes. There is fun to be had in saving Paris during a revolution.
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  2. Edge Magazine
    Oct 6, 2022
    50
    The result is not a bad game, but Steelrising's beautiful and imaginative shell is wrapped around a workmanlike interior. [Issue#377, p.110]
  3. CD-Action
    Sep 29, 2022
    70
    Steelrising is completely different from what the fans of Spiders’ previous games could expect. It copies traditional soulslike mechanics but does stand out thanks to an interesting art direction and options that let you adjust the difficulty level to your liking. It should have been optimized better though, because the game’s visual quality does not justify its thirst for processing power.
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