Shadow of the Colossus

 PlayStation 2
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9.1

Universal acclaim- based on 1497 Ratings

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  1. Uauqdemais
    Dec 28, 2022
    10
    Indescritível, único, perfeito, maravilhoso, não existem adjetivos o sulficiente para descrever está obra de arte, simplesmente jogue.
  2. juniorsrs
    Apr 13, 2023
    10
    I can say without a doubt that this is the magnum opus of video games and the proof that video games can be art and have an artistic desire.
  3. Tecnonerdbrasil
    Jun 24, 2023
    10
    Se eu pudesse dar uma nota maior, com certeza eu daria. Esse jogo é simplesmente maravilhoso. Esse foi o primeiro jogo que zerei depois de muitos anos e com certeza quem começa a jogar não vai querer parar.
  4. Byrack
    Jun 30, 2023
    10
    Really fun game though it's short. It's a shame they cut a bunch of content because i'd love to play more. After playing the ps2 version I had to play the remake.
  5. VLG
    Aug 22, 2023
    10
    Monumental, legendary, introspective, awesome in every way, beautiful, reflexive, mysterious, addictive, awe-inspiring... One of my all-time favorites.
  6. ANDYO
    Nov 1, 2005
    9
    I was very impressed by the original concept of the game, no little guppy bad guys, no leveling up, no weapons other than what you got, I was very scared about this one, but I am very happy with this game, it was still overhyped but the monumentous battles are uncomparable to any game I've ever played before, I went through my collection of xbox and ps2 and could not find a game with I was very impressed by the original concept of the game, no little guppy bad guys, no leveling up, no weapons other than what you got, I was very scared about this one, but I am very happy with this game, it was still overhyped but the monumentous battles are uncomparable to any game I've ever played before, I went through my collection of xbox and ps2 and could not find a game with such presentation of battles and excellent music to go with it, but as cool as this is there are downfalls, the biggest being the camera, it is hard to control and frustrating to try to keep track of the giant and yourself when getting to close. The lack of story does not pull you in to the game, I mean here we are in a huge beautiful land to track across to slay the monster but why? for what? to bring someone back from the dead is a little overused I think, it is not stupid but a nick in the story to pull you in wouldn't hurt. Riding the horse altough very cool and very real the camera really screws the enjoyment of riding the horse up. Which is disappointing since a good riding of the horse has not been done since the simple horse riding of dare I say it Ocarina of time. Overall the game is great if you have the patience to deal with the camera, the weak story is ok only because the visuals and huge fights are spectacular.… Expand
  7. NinjaHatori
    Aug 23, 2009
    9
    I think this game is awesome n realy enjoyable...simplicity is the key...we dont need unimportant add-on...
    true! this game not for everyone,well its their lost..not everyone can enjoy art..the camera and framerate is frustating,especialy in the middle of action..but graphic,sound,gameplay,realistic movement of heroes n agro is more than enough to cover the flaws
    overall colossus is    I think this game is awesome n realy enjoyable...simplicity is the key...we dont need unimportant add-on...
    true! this game not for everyone,well its their lost..not everyone can enjoy art..the camera and framerate is frustating,especialy in the middle of action..but graphic,sound,gameplay,realistic movement of heroes n agro is more than enough to cover the flaws

    overall colossus is one true masterpiece...    … Expand
  8. kevin/
    Apr 19, 2006
    9
    hi pupil im play the game but i dont knowwhere i can find the monsters can anyone say where i can find them plz but the game has nice grafict but yea there is no story thats bad but i love the game but i cant find the monsters thats sucks plz can anyone help me send a e-mail to kevindekrom@hotmail.com
  9. ChrisH.
    Mar 18, 2008
    9
    It stands as the most beautiful game I've ever played, and also one of the most creative when it comes to storytelling. Utterly captivating and moving. Definitely woth playing, even if it isn't the longest game in the world.
  10. KyleW.
    Oct 21, 2005
    9
    The colossi are stupendous and ingenious. But the environment is their equal: beautiful, grand, detailed and awe-inspiring. I've conquered the first colossus in the demo so I've spent my first two hours with the game just exploring. Whether a beach, forest or desert, all areas are well realized and worth the effort of finding them. That said, more interactivity, or gameplay The colossi are stupendous and ingenious. But the environment is their equal: beautiful, grand, detailed and awe-inspiring. I've conquered the first colossus in the demo so I've spent my first two hours with the game just exploring. Whether a beach, forest or desert, all areas are well realized and worth the effort of finding them. That said, more interactivity, or gameplay opportunities, would be appreciated. For instance, a facade built into a mountain featured two holes leading to an enormous cavern. I should have been able to enter but couldn't and actually got stuck in one hole swimming like a fish out of water. Maybe later there's a colossi to kill inside and I'll be able to enter but right now it just seems glitchy and an arbitrary limit to exploration. BUT, a minor point that only slightly detracts from the score. This is a rewarding experience, a wondrous game that deserves at least a look.… Expand
  11. SteveM.
    Oct 25, 2005
    9
    Definitely up there for game of the year. I absolutely LOVE this game and is my fave PS2 along with, of course, ICO. Ueda and company know how to get things done and I'm eagerly awaiting their next profect. A perfect concept and gorgeous game with only minor technical flaws. DO NOT miss it!
  12. OmarI.
    Oct 9, 2006
    9
    The outstanding way that a simple game about destroying 16 monsters was transformed into and epic adventure of a young boy willing to do the impossible to be once again with a girl, even to travel unexplored and vast lands to challenge enormous creatures tall as skyscrappers, makes me think once again about what are the risks I could take if something happen to my girl. Besides the amount The outstanding way that a simple game about destroying 16 monsters was transformed into and epic adventure of a young boy willing to do the impossible to be once again with a girl, even to travel unexplored and vast lands to challenge enormous creatures tall as skyscrappers, makes me think once again about what are the risks I could take if something happen to my girl. Besides the amount of drama and the love, the vastness of the map, the graphics and the greatness of the bosses. There are details that makes this title can't reach the perfection: 1) There are no small creature to slain while reaching the colossus 2) No risk between the battles other than dying of starvation trying to find the colossus. I think Agro must not be so smart so I can fall of the cliffs when I get distracted. 3) The forbbiden land it too forbbiden, this way you'll never find anyone living. It could be cool if the game makers gives you intermediate task like helping a man to reach the entrance of the forbbiden land. 4) There is no day cycle, i think the gameplay could be beautiful in moonlight, I am amazed only by thinking of riding Agro (the horse) over the dunes at moonlight... This title is one of these you could play when you become older and nostalgic, just when you had forgotted the dificult time you had passed finding the bosses. Otherwise its flawless, but not perfect.… Expand
  13. Nathdman
    Feb 9, 2006
    9
    It's and awesome game, with its amazing graphics and game play. The only bad thing is that you have to go all over the world map, which can be extremely difficult.
  14. JonnyJ.
    Mar 13, 2006
    9
    simply beautiful! stunning visuals and graphics FX, fluid animation, dreamlike fascinating environments, solid gameplay, mechanics and nicely detailed. incredible "WOW" factor. a unique, unforgettable gaming experience.
  15. RandyM.
    Jul 4, 2006
    9
    Shadow of the Colossus is one of the most epic games ever made. This game has a light story, but it all makes sense at the end where the heart breaking cutscene plays. This game is also dark, you'll find no happiness or funny stuff here, but it fits the overall mood. Did I mention it was epic?
  16. EricB.
    Dec 6, 2008
    9
    This is a great game, no doubt about it. I'm not saying "Oh this is the best game ever there's nothing wrong with it its perfect", because there are some flaws. First of all, the controls are a bit unstable, especially on horseback. The camera also suffers, as it swings out constantly to a not so desirable spot. Along with that, the framerate and textures sometimes suffer, but This is a great game, no doubt about it. I'm not saying "Oh this is the best game ever there's nothing wrong with it its perfect", because there are some flaws. First of all, the controls are a bit unstable, especially on horseback. The camera also suffers, as it swings out constantly to a not so desirable spot. Along with that, the framerate and textures sometimes suffer, but not too much. The actual battles are the most epic I've ever done, forget what people are saying with the "you've killed one you've killed them all". Each one has its own strategy and environment to its or your advantage. If you are looking for a great game for PS2 that's gorgeous, has actual innovation (which is rare these days), and an amazing, if not subtle, story, pick up Shadow of the Colossus.… Expand
  17. SandeepK.
    Sep 26, 2008
    9
    One of the best games I have played . Graphics were excellent. Background music is just amazing and caught hold of my mind. And, to me, the best thing about this game was its simplicity in playing and yet not so easy availability of the weak points of the monsters. Not much of getting stuck for a huge amount of time. One more thing that was good was the hero of the game being more of an One of the best games I have played . Graphics were excellent. Background music is just amazing and caught hold of my mind. And, to me, the best thing about this game was its simplicity in playing and yet not so easy availability of the weak points of the monsters. Not much of getting stuck for a huge amount of time. One more thing that was good was the hero of the game being more of an adult and not the HERO that we usually expect heroes to be. In simple words no trash pure good quality gaming.… Expand
  18. CodyB.
    Mar 20, 2009
    9
    One of the best games the ps2 has to offer; The storyline is satisfying as well as the beautiful graphics (oh the graphics...), Agro the horse is THE number one sidekick in video gaming history, and all the 16 colossus battles are epic!!! The ONLY flaw with this game in which it got a 9 instead of a perfect score is because it's too short (4-5 hours). Over all it's HIGHLY One of the best games the ps2 has to offer; The storyline is satisfying as well as the beautiful graphics (oh the graphics...), Agro the horse is THE number one sidekick in video gaming history, and all the 16 colossus battles are epic!!! The ONLY flaw with this game in which it got a 9 instead of a perfect score is because it's too short (4-5 hours). Over all it's HIGHLY recommendable, especially for those who like or love epic adventures for young adults such as okami and final fantasy 8.… Expand
  19. SteveG
    Sep 27, 2009
    9
    16 great battles and the effort in finding them -- that is what this game is. It has beautiful music and a very zen vibe. A truly inspired game. However, the ending is more than a little annoying. I won't give it away, but there is really no foreshadowing of the ending and its kind of a long non-sequitor. That doesn't mean it is not a great game. It is. It is a great game with a 16 great battles and the effort in finding them -- that is what this game is. It has beautiful music and a very zen vibe. A truly inspired game. However, the ending is more than a little annoying. I won't give it away, but there is really no foreshadowing of the ending and its kind of a long non-sequitor. That doesn't mean it is not a great game. It is. It is a great game with a questionable ending. I played it on a PS3 and it looked and sounded marvelous.… Expand
  20. Snappinn'Pappin'
    Nov 11, 2005
    9
    A very good game, and a lot of fun. I don't know about best of 2005, I'd give that honor to Resident Evil 4, but, this game is totally unique and fun. While the textures up close don't look too hot due to the PS2's lame limitations (is only Sony didn't make it, it could've been an xbox title), it does look amazing from afar due to the beautiful landscapes, A very good game, and a lot of fun. I don't know about best of 2005, I'd give that honor to Resident Evil 4, but, this game is totally unique and fun. While the textures up close don't look too hot due to the PS2's lame limitations (is only Sony didn't make it, it could've been an xbox title), it does look amazing from afar due to the beautiful landscapes, art direction and shear size of everything. Really breathtaking landscapes and the battles with the colossi are a lot of fun. I love the "wtf?" factor when you fight one of these guys. I just wish there was more to finding them and a harder battle once you do find them. You shine your sword, follow the path on a poorly controlled horse, and then fight it. Repeat 16 times. I think the battles would've been more meaningful and the journey to find them more interesting if there were some sort of puzzle, button to hit or something else to it. I do love the fact that its just you, your horse, your sword and bow though. No +3 augment silver sword of divine justice + might boosting and regeneration junk to clog up your inventory that can somehow hold enough equipment to arm a small nation. With that aside, it is still an addictive and beautiful experience and well worth your time (maybe 8 hours?). And the music is incredible as well. The Zelda creators REALLY need to play this game. Imagine this game as a zelda title where you get this type of vast and incredibly detailed environment instead of Waterworld Pt. 2.… Expand
  21. AramisG.
    Nov 12, 2005
    9
    An excellent game with a few minor quirks. I found that it wasn't until I played it on hard mode that I got the experience the game originally promised. I found this game pretty superior to God of War, but perhaps a close contender for game of the year with RE4. Hopefully it runs like a charm when I get a PS3.
  22. R.S.
    Nov 22, 2005
    9
    i fould i really loved this game. the beutiful senery and textures and the little things like that hair on the horse mane was really well done. the horse riding seems smooth and.. relilistic even when a stuborn horse sometimes. the games puzzle collosi are each unique in there own way, each of them had a charactor to them. even with no words they protraited them selfs nice, i just wanted i fould i really loved this game. the beutiful senery and textures and the little things like that hair on the horse mane was really well done. the horse riding seems smooth and.. relilistic even when a stuborn horse sometimes. the games puzzle collosi are each unique in there own way, each of them had a charactor to them. even with no words they protraited them selfs nice, i just wanted to look at them before they started to walk on my face. the only think i found that i didnt really like to much was the camera. it seemed to just be in the way and someimes cumbersome to deal with when wanting to aim or just see where yours going. agian loved wouldnt buy it, but i say this is a must rent.… Expand
  23. Sean
    Oct 31, 2005
    9
    A great game. More and more I appreciate games that allow the player to take an active role in filling in the blanks as opposed to having one's role/motive/history completely spelled out for you. In taking on the role of this game's hero (who really is a hero for seemingly being so normal while standing against such overwhelming odds) I found myself sucked into a very living A great game. More and more I appreciate games that allow the player to take an active role in filling in the blanks as opposed to having one's role/motive/history completely spelled out for you. In taking on the role of this game's hero (who really is a hero for seemingly being so normal while standing against such overwhelming odds) I found myself sucked into a very living world that would exist and go on existing whether I saved the day or not. And, unlike most other games, nothing was ever allowed to clutter or take away from the pure experience of the game itself. If anyone ever wanted to know how it may have felt to be a legend-in-the-making from ancient mythology (ie. Hercules and his 12 labours) while not already knowing the tale or needing to adhere to a cumbersome and jarring system of hitpoints or character development (and, ultimately, a whole bunch of filler to give a sense of the "epic" in that the video game odyssey simply took a long time to complete), never before has a game captured the feeling and the atmosphere of a myth so well and with such vitality. Simply put, the minimal aspects work wonders if you let yourself play the role. And you need to think like a normal guy taking on giants to be successful at this game. This is not a game to be conquered more than an experience to lose one's self in. And, somewhat like in life itself, it's not for those who need to know the answer to every question "Why?" to be satisfied. Beautiful if not a little arduous at times, but aren't all legendary tasks every once-in-a-while? A game that rewards the mind... if you care to use it a bit more than you would for most games or movies. This game is epic in that it makes you feel so small. Absolutely unique.… Expand
  24. KarthXLR
    Oct 15, 2010
    9
    Simply a fantastic game. If you have a PS2, you have no excuse to not have, in the very least, play this game. Surprisingly intricate narrative coupled with epic battles and one of the saddest endings I've ever seen in a game. It's not perfect however. Controls can be a bit unresponsive during battles (especially during heavy lag sequences) and the camera can be difficult to maneuver.Simply a fantastic game. If you have a PS2, you have no excuse to not have, in the very least, play this game. Surprisingly intricate narrative coupled with epic battles and one of the saddest endings I've ever seen in a game. It's not perfect however. Controls can be a bit unresponsive during battles (especially during heavy lag sequences) and the camera can be difficult to maneuver. Aggro can be frustrating while searching for colossi. Otherwise, thoroughly enjoyable game, would play again.… Expand
  25. duckypwns
    Dec 9, 2011
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. One of the most artistic games of all time. People giving it a low score seem to miss the point of the game; it wasn't supposed to be an ARPG with tons of enemies to fight everywhere and some kind of leveling system. The game never even claimed to be that so I don't know why people are rating it as such. But it's quite ironic because for what the gameplay DOES do it is a very solid gameplay system. Climbing up on the giant enemies and finding their weak points works very well and it's a lot of fun. It is also a very unique concept; something we truly haven't seen before this. But again, even though this is a new concept and done very well, it's not what the game is about. The reason there are no enemies when traveling from colossus to colossus is the game is giving you time to think. It gives you time to question what Wander, the silent protagonist is doing, and whether or not he is justified. To be more specific, he is trying to resurrect his love, and is told by a mysterious, and possibly malevolent force that if he rids the land of 16 giant creatures, she will be brought back to life. The game wasn't about keeping us superficially entertained by providing creatures to kill on the way from point A to point B, it was about trying to get us to THINK. So few modern games do that so I don't see why people criticize this game. Do we really just want a bunch of tired old FPS rehash?… Expand
  26. drlowdon
    Jun 12, 2013
    9
    A spiritual sequel to the unique Ico debate still rages as to which is the better game. All I will say is that both are unlike any other video game ever created.

    Trying to explain what makes Shadow of the Colossus such a fantastic experience is difficult as it really is a game that needs to be played to be fully appreciated. Much like its predecessor a minimalist approach has been    A spiritual sequel to the unique Ico debate still rages as to which is the better game. All I will say is that both are unlike any other video game ever created.

    Trying to explain what makes Shadow of the Colossus such a fantastic experience is difficult as it really is a game that needs to be played to be fully appreciated. Much like its predecessor a minimalist approach has been taken to proceedings creating an almost overwhelming atmosphere of calm isolation.

    The gameplay itself basically boils down to sixteen boss battles against the Colossi themselves with only a short introduction hinting at the reason for this undertaking. With no enemies in between these battles the game was always going to live or die by the quality of these encounters. Thankfully every one is truly awe inspiring and each provides a unique challenge that requires a bit of thought to complete. Aside from a sword and bow your only companion of this quest is your horse Agro and he often plays a vital role throughout the game. Realistically animated and intelligent enough to traverse the landscape by himself you really come to care for him as the game reaches its conclusion.

    Shadow of the Colossus is a true masterpiece and as close as gaming can come to an art form. You can't call yourself a true video game fan until you've played it.    … Expand
  27. ILoveLamp
    May 17, 2011
    9
    Ok, there are a lot of people who are really upset with this game and there are a lot of people who really, really enjoyed it. For those of you who are thinking of whether or not you are going to buy it, I'm going to try and sum up some of the major aspects that make this game great, but also where this game falls short. First of all the good: 1.) When this game came out in 2005, theOk, there are a lot of people who are really upset with this game and there are a lot of people who really, really enjoyed it. For those of you who are thinking of whether or not you are going to buy it, I'm going to try and sum up some of the major aspects that make this game great, but also where this game falls short. First of all the good: 1.) When this game came out in 2005, the graphics were top of the line. When it comes to the huge open environment with no loading times running from place to place, this game was simply amazing for 2005. No one can argue against this. 2.) The game is simple. You've got your sword, and a bow. No clamoring through item screens, no messy menu systems, just a quick button to switch between them. Some people may not like this, but we'll get to that. 3.) The boss fights are superb. Shadow of the Colossus is basically like 16 Zelda-esque boss fights all concentrated into one game. They get more and more creative as you move through the game, and are never disappointing. You can really get the chills when a 100 meter tall giant is swinging a club at you the size of the empire state building. ...Now, for the bad... 1.) The camera and horse riding is a little messy. Sometimes the horse wont quite do what you want. Say you order him to slow down because you coming up to the grand canyon. He might just keep running like he doesn't have a care in the world. Don't worry, he will stop. I have never fallen off a cliff on a horse. Also, the targeting system used when fighting the colossi can be a little awkward. if you want to look at the colossus with the targeting system, the camera zooms up real close on our hero, right on his hip, and looks at the monster's mid section. if your running away from the colossus, this means that you can't quite see where you are running to. This VERY rarely matters, because you usually have a lot of space to use, but it can be annoying. Also, when you aren't targeting the camera can be a little annoying swaying around looking at what you might not want to look at. Don't let minor control issues ruin the game for you. When you target the colossi it actually looks pretty cinematic. Also, when you run it looks like your legs are made out of Stretch Armstrong's. Should you be mad about it? No, probably not. 2.) It's a simple game. This can be a good thing or a bad thing. It's really about personal preference. Storyline? Basically, there isn't one. Tons of weapons and character customization? You get two weapons. But hey, that's part of what makes this game so great. It lets your imagination run the story. You don't really know what happened to the pretty girl, or why you have a bad ass sword, or why killing a bunch of giants will bring her back, or why they all seem to be filled with pressurized black ink. This game is very enigmatic that way. If you don't like that type of thing, and are looking for a story, try playing final fantasy or metal gear or something. Otherwise, I give this game a 9/10. Its a great game. It's not perfect, but that's what the 10/10 space is for. If you are in the mood for some visually pleasing, brain busting boss fights, buy this game. If not, don't buy this game.
    -ILL    … Expand
  28. BasilZero
    Jul 26, 2013
    9
    Shadow of the Colossus is one of the best games in the 6th generation. Offering a new unique style to both gameplay and gives a new direction where art is the new form of storytelling to this amazing epic. With both music and the amazing beauty of the art mixed together well the player will understand clearly how in depth they can be with the protagonist of the game, of his journey andShadow of the Colossus is one of the best games in the 6th generation. Offering a new unique style to both gameplay and gives a new direction where art is the new form of storytelling to this amazing epic. With both music and the amazing beauty of the art mixed together well the player will understand clearly how in depth they can be with the protagonist of the game, of his journey and his goal to save his maiden. The game also ends with a twist and offers replay value you wouldnt normally see in a game like this in the form of a new game+ and adds a new time challenge which will reward you for completing the tough challenges. This game is an amazing legendary classic in which all fans of adventure games will surely enjoy!… Expand
  29. Welterweight426
    Jul 2, 2012
    9
    This game is good. However, it is REALLY overrated. The gameplay is fun but awkward and clunky. The soundtrack is glorious and the game looks great. I enjoyed this game and felt both a strong sense of attachment and a strong feeling of frustration. Those Colossi are tough.
  30. PhiloDandy
    Aug 21, 2012
    9
    Shadow of Colossus is such a beautiful piece of videogameart! you have never seen or experienced something like this! First i thought this game was not finished by the programmers, cause even when the landscape is beautiful, its somewhat empty and lacks some life, but the longer i played, i realized that those "quiet" parts between this colossal boss-fights are essential for the feeling,Shadow of Colossus is such a beautiful piece of videogameart! you have never seen or experienced something like this! First i thought this game was not finished by the programmers, cause even when the landscape is beautiful, its somewhat empty and lacks some life, but the longer i played, i realized that those "quiet" parts between this colossal boss-fights are essential for the feeling, for whats going on inside the player. the nature is so beautiful, this "quiet" parts ARE atmospheric and essential also for the story, which is also unique, and this game really dont need more than those bossfights and this moments were the player is alone with this beautiful presented nature. though its unconventionel and strange that they have invested so much time in buildung up a country full of nature, but with no gameplay. it was brave to this, but the result concede the programmers that they were right. amazing game!… Expand
  31. xexoxix
    Apr 25, 2013
    9
    This is by far one of the best single player experiences I have ever set foot upon. The reason this is a 9 out of 10 instead of 10 out of 10 is because the horse is aggravating, which is ironic considering the horse's name is "Agro." The music is MASTERFUL, the game play is fluid, the bosses (it is a game specifically of bosses) are memorable, and the ending could be one of the best of ALLThis is by far one of the best single player experiences I have ever set foot upon. The reason this is a 9 out of 10 instead of 10 out of 10 is because the horse is aggravating, which is ironic considering the horse's name is "Agro." The music is MASTERFUL, the game play is fluid, the bosses (it is a game specifically of bosses) are memorable, and the ending could be one of the best of ALL TIME. All in all, buy it. Right now.… Expand
  32. iKen
    Apr 12, 2020
    9
    Played on PlayStation 2.
    Gameplay: GREAT.
    Story: GREAT.
    Graphic: GREAT.
    Music/Sound: GREAT.
  33. AD_79
    Feb 25, 2013
    9
    This game is near flawless. The soundtrack, the world, the way you kill these giants. SotC is an amazing game that has something different to offer from other RPGs (Is this an RPG?), and that is the fact that you are all alone. The only other living things here are your horse and the 16 colossi. The biggest thing that holds this game back from being a perfect 10 is the game has a fewThis game is near flawless. The soundtrack, the world, the way you kill these giants. SotC is an amazing game that has something different to offer from other RPGs (Is this an RPG?), and that is the fact that you are all alone. The only other living things here are your horse and the 16 colossi. The biggest thing that holds this game back from being a perfect 10 is the game has a few camera issues. The game does allow you to lock on ti the colossi, so you are looking at it. When you do this while climbing a colossus, the camera tends to zoom in, making it a little harder to climb. Also, 15-20 frames per second? Yeah... but it's all right. Overall, an amazing game with just a couple flaws.… Expand
  34. chreynol
    May 6, 2013
    9
    Shadow of the Colossus is a beautiful art game that understands how to strike a balance between its interesting narrative concerns and engaging gameplay. More impressively, it knows how to use the mechanisms of its medium to reinforce these thematic concerns.

    You become excited by the chase and anxious by the scale of your encounters with the vast, beautiful creatures whose destruction    Shadow of the Colossus is a beautiful art game that understands how to strike a balance between its interesting narrative concerns and engaging gameplay. More impressively, it knows how to use the mechanisms of its medium to reinforce these thematic concerns.

    You become excited by the chase and anxious by the scale of your encounters with the vast, beautiful creatures whose destruction forms the central mechanism of the experience, but more atmospheric elements--the diminishing certainty of purpose, the proximity to the forbidden, and the sense of isolation --become tactile experiences, as well. When Wander's grip fails, and he tumbles down the flanks of a living mountain you've spent the past half-hour learning to kill, you share his exhaustion. When the final blow dims the iridescent eyes of the colossus, your relief at the end of the struggle is a physical one. On the other hand, you also share the futility of Wander's attempts to outrun the consequences of his victory...

    Even the repetition of the central game mechanic and the sparse diversion between boss fights, which first struck me as weaknesses in execution, seem, on further reflection, a central component of the experience. This is a bleak place that you've come to, and your purpose becomes a grim one. While rewarding is a somewhat unqualified term to use for this game's unique intentions, Shadow of the Colossus will certainly return your investment.    … Expand
  35. brockcheese
    Nov 25, 2015
    9
    This game is good. I really like it. You kill monsters and das cool but what i realy is that is got art. and i like art. van gg=ogh is a good artist. so am i.
  36. SileSixEcho
    Aug 6, 2015
    9
    I played the HD remaster and after getting used to the controls (that seem to be a little clumsy for these days), I've found myself in a beautiful game with incredible bossfights that reminded me once more, why I love the games from From Software. Shadow of the Colossus rarely grabs you by the hand and assumes that you are a thinking being. It's desolate yet beautiful landscape is worthI played the HD remaster and after getting used to the controls (that seem to be a little clumsy for these days), I've found myself in a beautiful game with incredible bossfights that reminded me once more, why I love the games from From Software. Shadow of the Colossus rarely grabs you by the hand and assumes that you are a thinking being. It's desolate yet beautiful landscape is worth exploring and the beautiful arranged soundtrack does the rest to deliver a great experience that still holds up in 2015. 9/10 would play again!… Expand
  37. juanker
    Dec 14, 2013
    9
    The power of the physics in this game is just too much a ia ia iai iai iaia i ai aia iai ai i ai ai ai aia i iaiai i ai aiia i ai aai ia screw you flanders
  38. LolTacoBell
    Feb 15, 2015
    9
    Wow, what an incredible game. Puzzles, exploration, story: this game has it all! Would recommend it to anyone looking for a fresh game that breaks the barriers of what is the norm now.
  39. fijiboy
    Jun 13, 2014
    9
    this game is outstanding! shadow of the colossus is one of the greatest games on the playstation 2, close competitors would be the metal gear solid games and god of war (in my opinion). if not the best game, definitely the most beautiful and unique. the concept of having only boss fights and no other enemies in the game is pretty risky, but it totally works in this game. the story isthis game is outstanding! shadow of the colossus is one of the greatest games on the playstation 2, close competitors would be the metal gear solid games and god of war (in my opinion). if not the best game, definitely the most beautiful and unique. the concept of having only boss fights and no other enemies in the game is pretty risky, but it totally works in this game. the story is unique as well, it is told very simply and has very little dialogue but has a deep meaning, and its very appealing. the only gripe I have is that it is pretty hard to die in this game. the game isn't easy, but any time I died it was not during a battle, I accidently rolled off a cliff or something. after you get over the height and size of the colossus, you soon realize that its not really that big of a threat since they hardly attack and do very little damage when they do hurt you and your health recharges. Figuring out how to kill the thing is the hard part and the most enjoyable part of the game. the other gripe I have is that the camera can be a bit irritating and can take you out of the game a little bit otherwise this game is awsome… Expand
  40. michealthehero8
    Jun 8, 2014
    9
    I had heard that Shadow of the colossus was one of the best games in history, and now that i have finally have it and beaten it. I agree with them. Besides fighting Cronos in God Of War 3, and Mecha Bowser in Super Mario Galaxy, i have never battle giant bosses like Shadow Of The Colossus's bosses. There isn't any enemies in this game, it only contains 16 boss fights, and locating each ofI had heard that Shadow of the colossus was one of the best games in history, and now that i have finally have it and beaten it. I agree with them. Besides fighting Cronos in God Of War 3, and Mecha Bowser in Super Mario Galaxy, i have never battle giant bosses like Shadow Of The Colossus's bosses. There isn't any enemies in this game, it only contains 16 boss fights, and locating each of them. And trust me, those 16 boss fights are the probably some of the best bosses i have ever faced, it actually made me feel like i was batting these giants myself. And locating them ISN'T easy, sure you can use the ancient sword to locate them, but that doesn't mean you will just able to locate them without breaking a sweat, for example, i had a hard time trying to locate Hydrus and Palega. As for the boss fights against each colossi, they were outstanding, as i said earlier. When i first played this game, i died once on Valus because i was getting used to the controls, but once i did, the fun i had with this game began. My favorite boss in the game is the final boss, Malus, it was emotional, fair, challenging, and fun. I when i say it was emotional, I MEAN IT! I mean, before the battle begins, Argo, your only friend and companion, falls to her apparent death, and you are forced to face Malus alone, and most of all, the music, Demise Of The Ritual, is one of the best final boss themes i have ever hear, it really sets the mood for the fight, and as autarch and obisdious fan once said, "This is for my horse!" And finally, the story for the game is pretty decent, Wander, the game's main protagonist, is forced to kill 16 colossi in order to revive his friend or love interest, i can't really tell because the game NEVER tells us, Mono. I won't spoil the ending for you, but the ending WILL make you feel sorry for Wander, and make you HATE Dormin, i mean it, Dormin should burn in HE............. Sorry, got carried away. Anyways, now here's the game's flaws. Some times the game could be very frustrating, for example, it took me about a HOUR, to beat Argus, ONE, FREAKING, HOUR! Plus it took me forever to find how to beat Galus, Phaedra, and most of all, Basarn! THE MOST DIFFICULT BOSS IN THE ENTIRE GAME! AND THE MOST UNFAIR BOSS IN THE ENTIRE GAME! Of normal mode. After beating the game there is a mode called Hard mode that is unlocked, along with time attack. Hard mode is fun, but it was very frustrating, that includes you Argus. WHO WAS THE HARDEST AND UNFAIR BOSS IN HARD MODE! The most frustrating part of the game is that you get a bar that indicates how much you can hold on to a colossus, NOW THAT SEEMS FAIR! Though you rest on the colossus when your not trying to attack it's weakspot so it really doesn't matter. Despite these few problems, Shadow Of The Colossus is a fun and awesome game, if makes you feel sorry for the hero and hate the villain, it has excellent boss fights, and it's story is a emotional classic, and if you haven't played it yet, i recommend getting it now, and trust me, you won't regret, and thus i give this game a 9 out of 10.… Expand
  41. Gunner15
    Jul 16, 2014
    9
    A mysterious wanderer walks into a forbidden land with what seems to be a deceased body. Mysterious shadows arise from the ground. The mysterious wanderer then shows his ancient sword to the mysterious shadows that claim to be the Dormin. The dormin are rumored to have the power to bring a soul back to the body. They then send you out to kill sixteen colossi. That is the plot line to thisA mysterious wanderer walks into a forbidden land with what seems to be a deceased body. Mysterious shadows arise from the ground. The mysterious wanderer then shows his ancient sword to the mysterious shadows that claim to be the Dormin. The dormin are rumored to have the power to bring a soul back to the body. They then send you out to kill sixteen colossi. That is the plot line to this innovative, glorious and magnificent third-person action adventure.

    The gameplay is definitely something to get used to. It's definitely weird. Triangle is jump, and in order to climb up ledges you need to hold R1 while jumping. But once you get a hang of things the gameplay is fun and enjoyable. Especially since you have to climb up giant colossi that tower over you by one hundred feet! Needless to say the bosses are fun, well. Most of them.

    Colossi number eleven, is just a pain in the ass. SERIOUSLY. It is the size of a bull. That's significantly smaller than all the other colossi. And when you're on the ground the colossi will just keep running you over until you die or traps you in a corner. It's a pain in the ass.

    But other than that the game is just fantastic. It has the best graphics for a 2005 game, its score is beautiful, its gameplay is great (once you get grasp on it) and its just a glorious game.

    It's innovative because every boss is different and distinct in every way. Some colossi you have to lure them over to specific area and they'll have hit something so then you can climb up on them and stab them inn the head, or you'll have to shoot the flying colossi so it'll come and attack you them jump on it while it tries to strike.

    In conclusion, Shadow Of The Colossus is one of the best games I've ever played. other than a few bad colossi and camera angles, it's almost a masterpiece.    … Expand
  42. josesueiro
    Apr 15, 2016
    9
    Shadow of the Colossus is an action-adventure game published by Sony Computer Entertainment

    Progression through Shadow of the Colossus occurs in cycles. Beginning at a central point in an expansive landscape, the player seeks out and defeats a colossus, and is then returned to the central point to repeat the process. To find each colossus, Wander may raise his sword while in a sunlit    Shadow of the Colossus is an action-adventure game published by Sony Computer Entertainment

    Progression through Shadow of the Colossus occurs in cycles. Beginning at a central point in an expansive landscape, the player seeks out and defeats a colossus, and is then returned to the central point to repeat the process. To find each colossus, Wander may raise his sword while in a sunlit area to reflect beams of light, which will converge when the sword is pointed in the right direction of the next encounter. The journey to a colossus is seldom a straightforward matter: stretches of varied terrain often require that a detour be taken along the way. Most colossi are located in remote areas, such as atop cliffs or within ancient structures    … Expand
  43. IONOSGAMES
    May 17, 2017
    9
    Una obra maestra, graficos buenos para la epoca, un juego sin demasiadas pantallas de carga, con un mundo con dibujado muy lejano y bueno. Colosos impresionantes, una historia buena y algo increible que nos transmite a todos los que lo jugamos.No es una juego demasiado corto, 16 colosos, tampoco es muy largo, ademas con dos personajes principales con una relacion muy carismatica y especial.
  44. caiobruno007
    Apr 10, 2016
    9
    Um game único, trilha sonora épica, batalhas épicas, estória simples mas envolvente. Um sentimento indescritível ao enfrentar o primeiro Colosso, e a curiosidade junto de aflição em imaginar como será o próximo. Este game é a prova perfeita que jogos podem ser considerados um obra de arte. Só não alcança nota máxima por não aproveitar os itens que ganha no modo time atack, se eles fossemUm game único, trilha sonora épica, batalhas épicas, estória simples mas envolvente. Um sentimento indescritível ao enfrentar o primeiro Colosso, e a curiosidade junto de aflição em imaginar como será o próximo. Este game é a prova perfeita que jogos podem ser considerados um obra de arte. Só não alcança nota máxima por não aproveitar os itens que ganha no modo time atack, se eles fossem obtidos durante a campanha seria mais interessante, pois é meio inútil obtê-los após terminar o game. Sem dúvidas um dos melhores games que tive o prazer de jogar em minha vida.… Expand
  45. Empyrea
    Feb 11, 2019
    9
    I've just beaten this game in my ps3 and I wish I had this game in my ps2 many years ago. This game has good graphics for a ps2 game, good sounds and soundtrack, gameplay is also good as it is the plot (though, I wish we had some more information). It took me 7 hours with help of a guide so it can take you more if you don't do that. About the colossus in my opinon, the most tediousI've just beaten this game in my ps3 and I wish I had this game in my ps2 many years ago. This game has good graphics for a ps2 game, good sounds and soundtrack, gameplay is also good as it is the plot (though, I wish we had some more information). It took me 7 hours with help of a guide so it can take you more if you don't do that. About the colossus in my opinon, the most tedious colossus was the 13th. One complaint, for me, would be when you had to jump on your horse and most of the time you were just jumping, but well, this a ps2 so you can't ask more.… Expand
  46. KayVen17
    Jan 4, 2017
    9
    Deutsche Review - Kritik

    Der folgende Test ist in 5 Kategorien zusammengefasst. Diese 5 Kartegorien ergeben die Gesamtpunktzahl von 0 - 100 Punkten. Um einen passenden Userscore zu geben wird auf oder abgerundet. Bei 84 Punkten ergibt das einen User Score von 8. Bei 86 einen von Userscore von 9. Falls eine 85 kommt entscheide ich ob ich es eher positiv oder negativ nehme. Regeln    Deutsche Review - Kritik

    Der folgende Test ist in 5 Kategorien zusammengefasst. Diese 5 Kartegorien ergeben die Gesamtpunktzahl von 0 - 100 Punkten. Um einen passenden Userscore zu geben wird auf oder abgerundet. Bei 84 Punkten ergibt das einen User Score von 8. Bei 86 einen von Userscore von 9. Falls eine 85 kommt entscheide ich ob ich es eher positiv oder negativ nehme. Regeln verstanden?
    Dann sind hier meine Punkte.

    Mein persönlicher Score = 85/100
    Mein User Score = 9/10    … Expand
  47. Koert
    Aug 1, 2016
    9
    Let me first of all mention that some gameplay might have been compromised because of Playstation now streaming issues.

    I loved the concept of the game and I loved the envioroment but it was a little monotone, The camera and movement controls were awfull which really was the downfall of this game, really unplayable because of it... Worth a shot but if you can't stand the camera and    Let me first of all mention that some gameplay might have been compromised because of Playstation now streaming issues.

    I loved the concept of the game and I loved the envioroment but it was a little monotone, The camera and movement controls were awfull which really was the downfall of this game, really unplayable because of it...
    Worth a shot but if you can't stand the camera and movement controls like me then I doubt you'll like it.    … Expand
  48. XxJoseManuelxX
    Aug 16, 2016
    9
    Shadow of the Colossus is an action-adventure game developed by Team Ico published by Sony Computer Entertainment.

    + Emotional
    + Great Bosses Fights
    + Music
  49. Ishi123
    Nov 1, 2016
    9
    Shadow of the Colossus is a masterful classic. There's nothing else like it, and it's widely regarded as one of the greatest games of all time, and this claim is not without merit.

    The game's concept of world exploration spliced with 16 bosses may not seem all that special until you realize that this is the only thing you do in the game, and the world is gigantic and the bosses are    Shadow of the Colossus is a masterful classic. There's nothing else like it, and it's widely regarded as one of the greatest games of all time, and this claim is not without merit.

    The game's concept of world exploration spliced with 16 bosses may not seem all that special until you realize that this is the only thing you do in the game, and the world is gigantic and the bosses are incredible. Basically the world's greatest boss rush.

    The game is divided into two sections. In one, you explore a vast and open world, uninhibited by pesky loading screens, and uninhabited by any human life. The land is barren and sacred, and is giant enough to legitimately get lost in. In this section, it is silent and calm, the only sounds being the ambient wind or your own horse's hooves on the ground as you travel.

    In the second section, visited during all of the 16 fights with the titular Colossi, everything is fast and loud, with long and arduous fights against impossibly powerful and gigantic foes, which is a boss fight and puzzle platformer hybrid, each completely unique in appearance and method in which you defeat them. In this section, you are required to think and observe, looking for ways to get onto the Colossus and take it down, while at the same time avoiding the Colossus's own attacks. Grabbing onto a Colossus will result in it trying to shake you off, and the constantly dwindling grip gauge forces you to choose your moments and find a balance between offense and letting yourself recover stamina with every opportunity you can get in between the Colossus's wild flails.

    As stated, each Colossus is unique in appearance and method of combat, and they are truly stunning spectacles. The Colossi actually feel gigantic, moving slowly and ponderously around, towering above your character, imposing a challenge that seems impossible to overcome. When you're on top of a particularly tall Colossus, the height is exemplified, the terrain around you becoming small, and allowing you to see miles into the distance. The camera is programmed to point this out, revolving around the character and the Colossus, panning out to show off the scenery and the sheer monumental scale of your opponent, and it makes for amazingly cinematic moments. Felling these giants results in it falling into the ground, a thunderous boom resounding as it crashes heavily into the ground. Although there are two Colossi that are actually around the size of a bull, these ones make up for it in sheer aggression, though the first of these two can get annoying as it will knock you down constantly, and you'll find yourself unable to get back up fast enough to avoid it plowing into you again over and over.

    The world is vast and open, every single place, save for the final area, being accessible right from the beginning (though there is a specific order in which you have to fight the Colossi). The world consists of multiple areas, from dense forests to rolling hills to arid deserts to roaring waterfalls, and it all looks and feels stunning. It's more than possible to get lost on your way to a Colossus and have to find your way all the way back to where you took that wrong turn, which can get a bit annoying if it happens more than once or twice, but the world is so beautiful you almost won't even care.

    A criticism I have concerns the gameplay itself, which can sometimes be cumbersome and finicky. Hanging onto a Colossus and trying to attack it can sometimes be a chore, as even the tiniest movement will interrupt any attempted strike and have you readjust, and this can become problematic when the Colossus won't stop moving for two seconds enough for you to actually get a hit in. This is only really problematic on a few select Colossi, but it can become a real hassle.

    All in all, Shadow of the Colossus deserves all the praise it gets for all the aforementioned points, and if you're a patron of the more artsy games, this is a must own.    … Expand
  50. Rewswiss
    Nov 14, 2016
    9
    Unendlich alt und ebenso schön ziehen die Kolosse ihre Kreise durch das Land am Ende der Welt. In ihrem Blick ruht das Vertrauen auf Unsterblichkeit, wer sollte schon kommen, um diese Giganten zu töten? Du. Du sollst kommen und sie erklettern, bezwingen und zu vernichten. Sollst ihnen dein Schwert in die Ferse, den Kopf, die Handrücken stoßen, immer wieder, bis sie tot zusammensacken.Unendlich alt und ebenso schön ziehen die Kolosse ihre Kreise durch das Land am Ende der Welt. In ihrem Blick ruht das Vertrauen auf Unsterblichkeit, wer sollte schon kommen, um diese Giganten zu töten? Du. Du sollst kommen und sie erklettern, bezwingen und zu vernichten. Sollst ihnen dein Schwert in die Ferse, den Kopf, die Handrücken stoßen, immer wieder, bis sie tot zusammensacken. Deine Belohnung sind schwarze Schatten, die in dich eindringen, deine Seele peitschen, bis du bewusstlos zusammensackst. Du willst die Kolosse nicht töten! Aber du musst, du musst leiden, um die Liebe des Helden zu retten, um diese wunderbare Geschichte erleben zu dürfen.
    Es gibt Gamer, die dem Spiel die Endlos erscheinenden Reitstunden auf der Suche nach eurem Ziel und die gefühlten 1000 Anläufe die man braucht um es dann zur Strecke zu bringen, vorhalten aber es ist wie ein Buch, dessen Seiten dich jedes Mal in den Finger schneiden, wenn du weiterblätterst doch du kannst trotzdem nicht aufhören es weiter zu lesen. Aber du liest nicht, was passiert, schaust nicht zu, du handelst. Wirst zum Täter, zum Verbrecher, belädst dich mit Schuld. Kein Film, kein Buch kann so was. Das können nur Videospiele - und tun es viel zu selten. "Shadow Of The Colossus" hat es am besten gemacht.    … Expand
  51. GreenSkullRider
    Jan 29, 2017
    9
    Que se puede decir que no se haya dicho ya de la aventura de Wander? de la destrucción de los colosos, del basto y tranquilo lugar, del caballo, de las mecánicas de ensayo y error. de la historia? un juego maravilloso y casi perfecto
  52. BlakDak666
    Mar 23, 2017
    9
    The first true game to be considered art and prove to be a stunning game for what its groundwork was back in the day. SoTC is a game that takes a simple premise, throws you in a large empty open world and battle giants that would please even Kratos himself. A game that tackles philosophy and themes that rear themselves up as you go deeper in it's atmosphere and world. The music isThe first true game to be considered art and prove to be a stunning game for what its groundwork was back in the day. SoTC is a game that takes a simple premise, throws you in a large empty open world and battle giants that would please even Kratos himself. A game that tackles philosophy and themes that rear themselves up as you go deeper in it's atmosphere and world. The music is legendary and has a wonderful array of colossus to fight. The only downside is once you beat the game, there is little to replay that hasnt already been done. Play on hard mode and try the time attack trials, but afterwards you'll probably get tired of it. Admittedly, some of the colossus are not creatively equal, but the diversity and impact of the few make up so much as a balance. Truly one of the best art games of all time.… Expand
  53. mugsy
    May 9, 2020
    9
    The huge empty world and atmosphere of solitude and mystery really does the job. The only complaint is that the travels to find the next colossus get too long and boring sometimes. It's also hard to locate them using the light from your sword
  54. ashketchum
    May 4, 2018
    9
    All the elements of the game come together to create an experience which is unique to this game, just like Ueda's other games. The vast landscapes create a brilliant sense of isolation, the riding sections stand in great contrast to the colossi battles, and the subtle effects the game gives become progressively more impacting to the player's experience of the game.
  55. Alex_Pilgrim008
    Apr 2, 2023
    9
    Shadow of the Colossus is a PS2 masterpiece. It's a triumph of visual artistry and packs an emotional wallop through mainly images. This is one of the first titles that really pushed the argument that video games are art. Gameplay-wise, it's very simple and can even get a little repetitive. Your goal is to hunt down 16 mystical creatures, but first you must find them with a "compass" ofShadow of the Colossus is a PS2 masterpiece. It's a triumph of visual artistry and packs an emotional wallop through mainly images. This is one of the first titles that really pushed the argument that video games are art. Gameplay-wise, it's very simple and can even get a little repetitive. Your goal is to hunt down 16 mystical creatures, but first you must find them with a "compass" of sorts. There is some platforming before you engage in a battle with a massive and majestic monster. Ultimately, the game comes down to being a series of boss fights. But it's an outstanding looking game with beautiful barren vistas and fantastic creature design. Unfortunately, the game has a framerate that chugs when you . But despite it's shortcomings, this is one breathtaking game. I would rate it with a 9.1 out of 10.… Expand
  56. XxAlbertoBuzzxX
    Jun 2, 2020
    9
    Shadow Of The Colossus
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  57. Soullex
    Nov 30, 2022
    9
    Çok iyi oyun ama bende CD'de 13. bossu kestikten sonra takılıyordu hala daha 13. bossu kestikten sonrasını bilmiyorum. Çok merak ediyorum bir gün oynayabilecek miyim acaba ?
  58. Stariy_Big
    May 16, 2020
    9
    Играл на пс2, лагало конечно ужасно) но геймплей очень крутой. Поразительная игра. Финальный босс разачаровывает. Но вцелом идеальная игра.
  59. Szntax
    May 23, 2021
    9
    Did you ever had the urge to ride trough a huge world looking for one single enemy for hours and beat him up for hours ? No ? When you start playing, you will learn that thats exactly what you needed.
  60. Avasti
    Aug 10, 2020
    9
    A Beautiful Vast game and incredibly unique. The way the story is told is so different and interesting and the atmosphere of the game is amazing with an excellent Soundtrack. Controls and Camera are a bit clunky but the good overlaps the bad.
  61. LukeCiel
    Jul 25, 2020
    9
    É uma obra totalmente inovadora e cheia de charme, a estética aplicada no jogo é totalmente interessante e bastante sólida na qual a arquitetura do mundo e o mistério por trás dos colossos e a voz que vive em constante comunicação com Wander são aquilo que sustenta a riqueza do mundo. A jogabilidade e as animações do jogo são a cereja do bolo dá o toque único no jogo mesmo sendo a versãoÉ uma obra totalmente inovadora e cheia de charme, a estética aplicada no jogo é totalmente interessante e bastante sólida na qual a arquitetura do mundo e o mistério por trás dos colossos e a voz que vive em constante comunicação com Wander são aquilo que sustenta a riqueza do mundo. A jogabilidade e as animações do jogo são a cereja do bolo dá o toque único no jogo mesmo sendo a versão de ps2, já a inteligência artificial dos colossos é outro ponto muito acertado pois como cada colosso se comporta e sua movimentação é algo extraordinário e bastante criativo, cada colosso têm uma forma pois alguns são mais agressivos e outros menos e isso deixa o jogo totalmente interessante.
    É uma obra atemporal e de fato uma obra que fez diferença nos jogos e merece totalmente seus créditos e sua fama de cult, inovador e diferente, jogando faz anos mas nunca vi nada igual a Shadow Of Colossus até hoje e isso é algo que me deixa triste.    … Expand
  62. IAvalonI
    Oct 8, 2020
    9
    İs very very good game but controls and camera views cancer.Horse (agro) mechanich is very good.
  63. DonldTrump_45Th
    Jan 26, 2023
    9
    Hello, this is a default review because i'm forced to use 75 characters. I'll edit this review in the future talking about the game, don't worry ;)

    My final rate is: 9
  64. spiderconker
    Nov 15, 2021
    9
    Um otimo jogo com poucas mecanicas porem não é algo ruim ele tem apenas o nescessario para sua aventura, ja citando aventura esse jogo é uma aventura inesquecivel não mais jogos no mercado como este daqui, ele é unico e muito bom suas batalhas contras colossus são sempre epicas algumas mais que as outras a trilha sonora é muito boa e combina quase que perfeitamente com os cenarios no jogoUm otimo jogo com poucas mecanicas porem não é algo ruim ele tem apenas o nescessario para sua aventura, ja citando aventura esse jogo é uma aventura inesquecivel não mais jogos no mercado como este daqui, ele é unico e muito bom suas batalhas contras colossus são sempre epicas algumas mais que as outras a trilha sonora é muito boa e combina quase que perfeitamente com os cenarios no jogo sua unica companheira é a agro o que faz voce criar um laço de amizade com ela, o caminho que voce faz indo para o proximo colossi é sempre um momento de reflexão sobre o game e sobre a historia do game que é bem vaga e vai da nossa imaginação criar teorias em geral o game é muito bom e recomendo muito voce jogar ele pois não tem nada parecido com ele no mercado… Expand
  65. The_D4RknesS
    Jul 11, 2022
    9
    Empty world that makes me feel good but I wish it was more colossus and not just 12
  66. TheDuner13
    Aug 6, 2022
    9
    goooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooood
  67. DanielGG91
    Nov 15, 2022
    9
    Al igual que todos los juegos de este estudio, éste juego es muy especial, me da la sensación que o lo detestas o lo amas. Yo soy de los segundos. No es para todos los públicos, porque puede ser o tremendamente aburrido y monótono o bien puede ser un viaje emocional increíble.
  68. EricV.
    Dec 10, 2005
    8
    Awesome game, i only give it an 8 because of the boring journeys that get increasingly longer each time you have to find the collossi... other than that, incredible game, technically you dont fight anyone, but the boss battles are incredible... trust me, you will never feel soooo small until you first meet that first collossi. awesome... good job, Never played ICO, maybe if i did i would Awesome game, i only give it an 8 because of the boring journeys that get increasingly longer each time you have to find the collossi... other than that, incredible game, technically you dont fight anyone, but the boss battles are incredible... trust me, you will never feel soooo small until you first meet that first collossi. awesome... good job, Never played ICO, maybe if i did i would understand more and would have given a 10 but keep up the good work anyways.… Expand
  69. DevinM.
    Jan 4, 2006
    8
    The game started off amazing, one look at the colossus instilled a real sense of fear, I felt like David against Golieth. The middle was a bit tedious and occasionaly boring especially after the intimidation subsided and the end downright frustrating. Despite some of the colossuses daunting awe inspiring visuals the viceral enjoyment was quickly surpassed by frustrating camera views and The game started off amazing, one look at the colossus instilled a real sense of fear, I felt like David against Golieth. The middle was a bit tedious and occasionaly boring especially after the intimidation subsided and the end downright frustrating. Despite some of the colossuses daunting awe inspiring visuals the viceral enjoyment was quickly surpassed by frustrating camera views and sometimes wonky controls. A great game but I was happy when it was over. The whole experience felt like a gameplay test project, perhaps for future PS3 games, i dunno to me it didn't feel like a entire cohesive game experience. It's fairly short making it a great rental.… Expand
  70. LingX.
    Nov 21, 2005
    8
    one of the prettiest looking games that i have played for the ps2. the landscape design is vast, perfect, and beautiful. Now why didn't square enix did something like this to the ps2 FF games?! The character graphics are flawed up close. The puzzles here are about getting on top of the colossus and hitting its weakpoint. The gameplay is kind of repetitive but still enjoyable. since one of the prettiest looking games that i have played for the ps2. the landscape design is vast, perfect, and beautiful. Now why didn't square enix did something like this to the ps2 FF games?! The character graphics are flawed up close. The puzzles here are about getting on top of the colossus and hitting its weakpoint. The gameplay is kind of repetitive but still enjoyable. since it's a short game, you're better off renting it. it took me 9hours to finish this game 2 days the day after i bought it.… Expand
  71. Regal4point1
    Jul 31, 2012
    8
    I have the utmost respect for this game's epic feel and tragic tone that is told through subtlety. I think its one of the greatest stories told through this medium, and I also think its one of the greatest examples of boss design and creativity. The game doesn't find the correct balance between enjoyable and frustrating though. Wander handles pretty poorly as well, and he constantlyI have the utmost respect for this game's epic feel and tragic tone that is told through subtlety. I think its one of the greatest stories told through this medium, and I also think its one of the greatest examples of boss design and creativity. The game doesn't find the correct balance between enjoyable and frustrating though. Wander handles pretty poorly as well, and he constantly struggles to hold onto the titans. Besides that, there's really nothing wrong with this game except maybe if you do not like the formula this game follows.… Expand
  72. Ali1247
    Sep 16, 2011
    8
    Shadow of the Colossus is a great a really great game it has awesome graphics one of the best on PS2 and the music is just fantastic. And the games boss battles are really the highlight of this game and very well done provide a very good and a unique experience. All that being said SOTC is not without its problems first of all the game's story is not that good you would expect a game likeShadow of the Colossus is a great a really great game it has awesome graphics one of the best on PS2 and the music is just fantastic. And the games boss battles are really the highlight of this game and very well done provide a very good and a unique experience. All that being said SOTC is not without its problems first of all the game's story is not that good you would expect a game like this to have a better story the game just throws things at you in the beginning without any knowledge of whats happening no background of the characters and their story which is very important in a lot of games. You bring your dead girlfriend to a place where Dormin a Demon or Entity tells him to kill 16 Colossus to revive his girlfriend which does not make sense first of why would the main character believe Dormin so quickly and how can be trust that Dormin is doing this to help himself and just listens to him and agree to kill the 16 Collosus. Sorry to say but the story could have been presented better the player should have been let in more in the background of the characters and even the Collosus and why they need to be sacrificed it would have just added to the game's story and made the players understand the story better and get into the characters but the lack of backgrounds and information just kills that connection. The controls could have been assigned better as well the controls for riding the horse and running around is fine but when it comes to climbing the collosus and using the bow arrow the games controls are just messed up and they cause some problems and frustrations during the boss fights which kind of hurt the overall experience. My main problem with the game is the long travelling to find the Colossus all that could take really long and get boring using your sword to find your destinations does not work so well and it could be misleading just increasing the amount of time you spend looking for the Colossus it would have been so much better if the map was just marked with the destination. I would not have had the problems with the long travelling if the place had some life forms in the areas that could have made those long rides less boring and fun to an extent. Since this game is marred by these problems it is not perfect so therefore I do not think it deserves the reception it got it is being called an amzzing master piece, greatest game of of the last generation, greatest game of the decade. I do not think this game deserves any of those merits because it is just not that amazing or mind-blowing it is not even the best game on the PS2 but that is just my honest opinion. Still in the end I would like to say that SOTC is a great game which provides a very different and unique experience which no game can be compared to it was nice to see the developers try something this brave and different not worrying about falling flat of their faces and getting negative criticism but just trying it sure the concept of this game before it came out sounded really tedious but its nice to say that the developers managed to take this different and unique formula and made a great game out of it. 8/10.… Expand
  73. truefreestyle
    Jan 10, 2014
    8
    The boss battles truly make this game amazing. Truth is it suffers in a several areas though. Such as extremely slow movement traversing terrain and a horse that sometimes likes to randomly stop or run into walls.
  74. Jouna92
    Jul 31, 2012
    8
    Great game. EPIC Boss battles but nothing else. Music and Graphics are amazing but gameplay have its flaws but once you have played you get to used to it.
  75. njja02
    May 15, 2018
    8
    The original SOTC was a bit wonky with its animations and terrible motion blur. But it has such a gripping narrative and game-play loop that it kept me playing
  76. GabMega
    Nov 26, 2018
    8
    Termine Shadow of Colossus, y ya se por que muchos la valoran una obra de arte, a pesar de los controles, el frame rate y problemas con algunos jefes. El final de su historia pega y duro.

    Mis colosos favoritos, son los que tienen forma de perro, los más pequeños que hay (muy creativos en mi opinión), el ave y los 3 que tienen forma de gusano.
  77. siphus007
    Nov 24, 2017
    8
    Mesmerizing, artistically profound, and frustrating. Perhaps that would sum up this one-of-a-kind experience. While it very likely was far more revolutionary in 2005 than it seems now, if you give it a chance, you will find this to be an unforgettable masterpiece, hunkered down only by the occasional crappiness and lack of fun to the gameplay.

    This game starts slow and ploddingly. As    Mesmerizing, artistically profound, and frustrating. Perhaps that would sum up this one-of-a-kind experience. While it very likely was far more revolutionary in 2005 than it seems now, if you give it a chance, you will find this to be an unforgettable masterpiece, hunkered down only by the occasional crappiness and lack of fun to the gameplay.

    This game starts slow and ploddingly. As you get to know the controls and the style and expectations of the boss battles, it can feel like a chore. But somewhere about 7 colossi in, the uniqueness and creativity of the battle experience starts to resonate, and at that moment, I started feeling like I couldn't wait to reach the next one.

    The visuals are of course one of the very best for its day, the horse controls were ahead of their time, the grabbing and climbing controls start to become appealing and second-nature, and the musical score is brilliant. Now, why is it an 8, you ask?

    Because honestly, sometimes the game sucks. It's like that show you look forward to watching each week but every few episodes are duds. It's still a great show, but you can't say spectacular. I found several moments where, if someone asked how I liked the game, my response would start with a sigh and end with "I'm just trying to beat it." But at other times, I'm awed and impressed by the entertainment value and the appropriate balance of difficulty to the battles, and the sheer creativity they delivered via such simple mechanics. Some fights are monotonous hair-pullers, and some will be wild rides of endorphins.

    My conclusion: SotC holds up, probably moreso in its re-release, but it is not for the impatient. If you begin it, be prepared to finish it, as the pure glory and beauty comes via the conclusion. It is about an 11 hour game with lots and ups, and quite a few downs as well, but I can say I'm thoroughly pleased and satisfied in the unforgettable experience that is Shadow of the Colossus.    … Expand
  78. sunoblak
    Dec 27, 2017
    8
    Un juego diferente y sorprendente donde la habilidad suele jugar el papel mas importante. Podría haber sido todo un clásico pero encuentro varios problemas importantes como, a pesar de innovador, a veces inútil y desesperante uso de la cámara, la poca información que se te da sobre lo que tienes que hacer a continuación (no siempre un problema) y el poco contenido sobre la historia queUn juego diferente y sorprendente donde la habilidad suele jugar el papel mas importante. Podría haber sido todo un clásico pero encuentro varios problemas importantes como, a pesar de innovador, a veces inútil y desesperante uso de la cámara, la poca información que se te da sobre lo que tienes que hacer a continuación (no siempre un problema) y el poco contenido sobre la historia que bajo mi punto de vista, si no has jugado antes a ICO, te parecerá que la historia no es ni importante.
    Como puntos buenos pongo el uso de la cámara a caballo que me ha parecido increíble, la variedad de colosos y el diseño de como vencerlos.
    Una cosa que me gustaría añadir es que vale que después de cada coloso derrotado se vayan apoderando cada vez mas de ti y al final tu aspecto cambie pero podrían haber metido ese concepto desde el principio como que contra mas enemigos derrotados mas van creciendo los rasgos y comportamientos propios del Wander "poseído" del final y no que lo metan de sopetón en esa escena.    … Expand
  79. 6oni
    Oct 15, 2018
    8
    d gam s no perfect but dey did somezing diferent wiz no flashes no levels up no farming no immobile npcs
  80. MasterGames
    Jan 8, 2019
    8
    An epic game that inspires determination and sorrow in equal measure as you explore a desolate landscape on a quest to slay stone giants.
  81. lidwang
    Jan 8, 2022
    8
    An unusual but great games. The atmosphere and minimalistic story were great, and the design of the colossi as well the way you are suppose to deafeat them are extremley ingenious and creative. The controls work fine enough but sometimes they can feel a bit unresponsive and inconsistent, but overall a great game that I could see become an 8/10 for me in the future.
  82. edxtan
    Jul 16, 2023
    8
    The grand designs of each colossus and the physics-based combat system make every battle in Shadow of the Colossus feel like a desperate struggle against an impossibly powerful foe. The battles are too forgiving, which undercuts that feeling of overcoming an enormous obstacle.
  83. AngryGeek
    Jun 7, 2022
    8
    It was a very good game with music and bosses. I was very angry at some parts. All in all it was a quality game. I think you should play the remake version. More suitable for today.
  84. M1sfiT
    Sep 3, 2023
    8
    Gaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaameeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees!!
  85. ErikB.
    Oct 28, 2005
    7
    The land is huge and beautiful (although a bit colorless). The fights are amazing. Play control was pretty good but the camera controls got a little squirrely in some of the fights. The main problem I had was the lack of story until the end; I had no connection to the main character and why the crap he was following the mystery voice from the heavens. The sound effects and music were The land is huge and beautiful (although a bit colorless). The fights are amazing. Play control was pretty good but the camera controls got a little squirrely in some of the fights. The main problem I had was the lack of story until the end; I had no connection to the main character and why the crap he was following the mystery voice from the heavens. The sound effects and music were perfectly matched to the action during fights, and really added to the fun. I really wish this game had come out on a next-gen console, because they could've really taken it to the next level and the action could be a bit more fluid.… Expand
  86. B.W.
    Oct 30, 2005
    7
    It's a good game, but not great. One boss battle after another; I can't help but feel that a real opportunity to tell a story between the battles has been lost. The game is beautiful but *DARK*. Turn all the lights out to play this one. The auto-exposure adaptations is cool at first, but keeps the game dark, which really hides the great artwork. Some really stunning moments and It's a good game, but not great. One boss battle after another; I can't help but feel that a real opportunity to tell a story between the battles has been lost. The game is beautiful but *DARK*. Turn all the lights out to play this one. The auto-exposure adaptations is cool at first, but keeps the game dark, which really hides the great artwork. Some really stunning moments and grand visuals are seriously marred by very bad controls and worthless camera system. These guys need to take cinematics 101.… Expand
  87. AdamB.
    Apr 9, 2006
    7
    Shadow has brilliant graphics and sound, fluid controls, and a truly unique gameplay system. Like ICO, the presentation of the game instills a feeling of awe in the player in its subtle beauty. Sadly, the game has nearly zero replay value, and in fact becomes tiringly repetitive after the first few colossi. The lack of things to do, collect, or experience in the game is truly amazing; Shadow has brilliant graphics and sound, fluid controls, and a truly unique gameplay system. Like ICO, the presentation of the game instills a feeling of awe in the player in its subtle beauty. Sadly, the game has nearly zero replay value, and in fact becomes tiringly repetitive after the first few colossi. The lack of things to do, collect, or experience in the game is truly amazing; like an interactive movie, Shadow is a ridgidly linear product, where the director controls the game, not the player. But where these points would strongly mar traditional games, Shadow posesses such a unique, accessable, and visually stunning experience that SCEI can be forgiven for its mistakes, many times over.… Expand
  88. MartmanTOTO
    Nov 1, 2005
    7
    This game is a pretty good game. The action in the actual gameplay is probably the only part of the game that is liked, but that accounts for alot. You honestly don't understand @#$% of the plot though and aren't really put into the story. To sum it up, the action of this game is fun and not finding the colossus. Also the story isn't presented well
  89. Botswana
    Nov 11, 2011
    7
    I didn't really appreciate Shadow of the Colossus until it was over. Both the story and art directions were brilliant in my opinion. I also applaud the innovation of the boss battles, and the concept of the game design. I think because of this the flaws in the game play are too often overlooked. I liked how simple the gameplay was, however I found it to be unbearably buggy at times.I didn't really appreciate Shadow of the Colossus until it was over. Both the story and art directions were brilliant in my opinion. I also applaud the innovation of the boss battles, and the concept of the game design. I think because of this the flaws in the game play are too often overlooked. I liked how simple the gameplay was, however I found it to be unbearably buggy at times. Specifically the camera angles, were atrocious at many times, the bow was hard to use, and the horse which derailed off course, was both counter intuitive and way too frequent. These made playing the game a chore, which is unfortunate because it such a brilliant game.… Expand
  90. Rox22
    Mar 15, 2013
    7
    I though it was rather bland and average in terms of it's gameplay. The visuals were utterly stunning, and just seeing and figuring out each Colossus was a remarkable experience. BUT, it was all the in between bits that kind of ruined it for me. Traveling from one Colossus to another is tedious and time consuming and did give you enough time to think, what was the point of that? why notI though it was rather bland and average in terms of it's gameplay. The visuals were utterly stunning, and just seeing and figuring out each Colossus was a remarkable experience. BUT, it was all the in between bits that kind of ruined it for me. Traveling from one Colossus to another is tedious and time consuming and did give you enough time to think, what was the point of that? why not just fast travel because then it would be a really short game with little to it.

    Overall: My little gripes aside, the visuals alone are enough to warrant playing this game as they are beautiful, even by today's standards.    … Expand
  91. darkfury45
    Apr 12, 2013
    7
    Shadow of the Colossus shows that a man's spirit is much larger and more powerful than any other creature, spite its superior size. The game had epic music, beautiful detail, very few cut scenes, and real heart-string tugging (and straining) moments that just made you want to cry (or yell in frustration as you fall off the colossi). The only things I want to point out is that this game hasShadow of the Colossus shows that a man's spirit is much larger and more powerful than any other creature, spite its superior size. The game had epic music, beautiful detail, very few cut scenes, and real heart-string tugging (and straining) moments that just made you want to cry (or yell in frustration as you fall off the colossi). The only things I want to point out is that this game has a very lonely area, it's just you and your horse until the other guys show up, further more the camera angles are rather quirky; further more another thing is the distinct lack of weaponry and variation in the fights with the colossi. There was variation, i cannot lie, however only being able to wield a sword and bow to attack makes for a rather repetitive gameplay. Further more, the colossi each have their seperate aspects; avion requires careful maneuvering, basaran requires you to use the natural terrain, celosia and cenobia require a bit of parkour and a few tricks (such as avoiding being corner camped but other than that once you've taken care of those parts, it's simply climbing along the creature and stabbing their weak points; it would have been nicer to have a bit more variation in weaponry and requirements for slaying the colossi. I cannot hate this game, I am in love with it; however there are smoe small perks that can be tweaked to improve it.… Expand
  92. Steeldude
    Mar 27, 2015
    7
    I'm gonna be honest, this game didn't vow me as it intended to. I played this game in 2014, so that may be the reason for that, nevertheless, i couldn't help but compare this game to Twilight Princess, as in my opinion those games share a lot of similarities - very similar art style, large bosses, environment puzzles, the possibility to catch animals, riding on a horse, using a sword and aI'm gonna be honest, this game didn't vow me as it intended to. I played this game in 2014, so that may be the reason for that, nevertheless, i couldn't help but compare this game to Twilight Princess, as in my opinion those games share a lot of similarities - very similar art style, large bosses, environment puzzles, the possibility to catch animals, riding on a horse, using a sword and a bow ...
    However, compared to Twilight Princess, a game of epic length with a deep story and massive dungeons, Shadow of the Colossus felt like a ride through an empty world. The story in this game is minimal and while I can appreciate the art direction, I found myself bored a lot with this game. Riding a horse through an empty and boring world while using an awkward navigation system is really not entertaining.

    The fights against the colossi are pretty epic, though. At least at first. After that, you realize that not only do you have to repeat the same pattern for each colossus (use a sword, find a weak point, climb him and stab him - yeah, there are some alternations, but you'll be doing this every time), but considering that there are only 16 colossi (which is not that high of a number) they are not that varied either - there are like 3 really tall guys, 3 snake-type guys, 2 small pig-guys - and all of these fights are quite similar which is a shame. I could take it if each battle was completely unique ... but what I get are minor alterations of foes I have defeated before.

    Unfortunately, that's not it, I couldn't help but notice that this game had FPS issues as well as locking-on and camera control in general was not very well implemented, making some fights more frustrating that they would have otherwise been.

    In my opinion, two words sum this game perfectly: Wasted potential. It really is sad, because this game could have been epic. But it's just ... good.    … Expand
  93. Vzhik
    Nov 19, 2015
    7
    Завораживающие ролики, нормальные, хоть и слегка однообразные боссы, классная музыка. Никакой дурацкой прокачки, тупых мобов и сбора лута.
    Если б не графика, была б мега-игра.
  94. Antemiz
    Mar 14, 2016
    7
    I didnt like this at first because i didnt no what i was doing, after that i was amazed but the bosses are hard, its not a simple game, especially where you need to locate
  95. B00tador
    Dec 4, 2021
    7
    A unique game, but I still think it's quite flawed in parts. A lot of the bosses just aren't fun.
  96. BobK.
    Oct 27, 2005
    6
    Sloppy framerate, lackluster gameplay, predictable plot, and horrendous programming (esp. audio). Possibly one of the most overrated games in the last decade. Unique concept, yes. Does that classify the game as great? Hardly. Do yourself a favor and skip this one. I can only imagine how much Sony payed off the review crew to hype this garbage.
  97. G.P.
    Jan 18, 2006
    6
    How are people raving about the graphics? They'd be fantastic with some antialiasing, less mip-mapped textures and triple the polygon count. Your outfit is a giant square with rough edges and some color. Your poor horse's tail is a triangle, for god's sake. The backgrounds aren't terribly inspired and the ground looks like something a 4th grader painted in art class. How are people raving about the graphics? They'd be fantastic with some antialiasing, less mip-mapped textures and triple the polygon count. Your outfit is a giant square with rough edges and some color. Your poor horse's tail is a triangle, for god's sake. The backgrounds aren't terribly inspired and the ground looks like something a 4th grader painted in art class. Perhaps its because I played the game on a high-def TV and Sony's official antialiasing policy is "let your TV do it". If anything, the graphics are the *worst* part of the game. The gameplay itself is inspired, the storyline (although a bit weak) keeps you interested and the graphics aren't so bad that they ruin the game...but it had a lot of potential and sadly fell flat on the technical side.… Expand
  98. wesker2012
    Mar 21, 2013
    6
    Shadow of the Colossus has some of the most gorgeous landscapes and ruins in gaming, but unfortunately its gameplay doesn't match up. Like Ico before it, SOTC suffers from floaty controls. Also, the galloping on the horse from collosi to collosi gets really tiring and the boss fights themselves get repetitive and since you don't get much overall satisfaction until the beast is finallyShadow of the Colossus has some of the most gorgeous landscapes and ruins in gaming, but unfortunately its gameplay doesn't match up. Like Ico before it, SOTC suffers from floaty controls. Also, the galloping on the horse from collosi to collosi gets really tiring and the boss fights themselves get repetitive and since you don't get much overall satisfaction until the beast is finally felled, it can make the overall experience very aggravating. Like its predecessor, it can feel like more of a chore to play than an enjoyable game.… Expand
  99. thealexmott
    Mar 26, 2017
    6
    After all the hype, I really wanted to love this game. The world is inviting, your horse is rad, and your character seems more like a real person (he stumbles!) than the normal invincible superhuman you play as in video games. And giant monsters.

    But this game just made me depressed. After 3 or 4 Colossuses (Colossi?), I really just didn't want to kill them anymore. I liked these    After all the hype, I really wanted to love this game. The world is inviting, your horse is rad, and your character seems more like a real person (he stumbles!) than the normal invincible superhuman you play as in video games. And giant monsters.

    But this game just made me depressed. After 3 or 4 Colossuses (Colossi?), I really just didn't want to kill them anymore. I liked these things! Man, this game just made me feel dead inside. Had to stop after #7.    … Expand
  100. Tassiorn
    Oct 14, 2021
    6
    it's a very average game, we can say that the game doesn't evolve from start to finish, what stands out is the level design
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Awards & Rankings

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#4 Best PS2 Game of 2005
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#4 Most Discussed PS2 Game of 2005
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#3 Most Shared PS2 Game of 2005

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Metascore
91

Universal acclaim - based on 77 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 76 out of 77
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 77
  3. Negative: 0 out of 77
  1. Official U.S. Playstation Magazine
    90
    If you can appreciate artistry in games, if you hanker for an experience that transcends genre, if you want to see what happens when a creative design team is allowed to ignore sales numbers and flavor-of-the-month trends, by all means bring yourself into Shadow's world. [Oct 2005, p.98]
  2. Game Informer
    88
    A truly unique experience that inspires emotions in a way few games can. It has its share of problems, but I love it just the same. [Oct 2005, p.130]
  3. Electronic Gaming Monthly
    88
    It's unlike anything else you've ever played, and so you may love it or you may hate it. Count me firmly in the "love" boat. [Nov 2005, p.142]
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