Shadow of the Colossus

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  1. GRANDDAD
    Oct 18, 2016
    0
    I can't believe it. I can't believe it. I CANNOT BELIEVE THEY DID THIS. This game is a TOTAL ripoff of Shadow the Hedgehog! The name alone should tell you everything. Another fact: BOTH GAMES ARE EDGY! Except this one doesn't have guns, so it isn't cool edgy, it's lame edgy! You also move really slow, and DID I MENTION THIS GAME DOESN'T HAVE GUNS!? DON'T SUPPORT STEALING!!! BOYCOTT THISI can't believe it. I can't believe it. I CANNOT BELIEVE THEY DID THIS. This game is a TOTAL ripoff of Shadow the Hedgehog! The name alone should tell you everything. Another fact: BOTH GAMES ARE EDGY! Except this one doesn't have guns, so it isn't cool edgy, it's lame edgy! You also move really slow, and DID I MENTION THIS GAME DOESN'T HAVE GUNS!? DON'T SUPPORT STEALING!!! BOYCOTT THIS GAME AND BUY SHADOW THE HEDGEHOG INSTEAD!!!!!!!!!!… Expand
  2. fujitanaoto00
    Sep 28, 2016
    10
    Praticamente o melhor jogo de toda historia, sua atmosfera é oque dá mais valor ao jogo, por isso tem fãs que fazem varias teorias
    Os graficos sao bons para o ps2, colossus e colossus e uma historia bonita e simples
  3. Raffi
    Sep 5, 2016
    10
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  4. KevinSteeff
    Aug 28, 2016
    10
    a total master piece, an atemporal jewel, my personal favorite game of all time, 2005 was my favorite year of all time, its the only game who win to dark souls
  5. Filemon_Sega
    Aug 19, 2016
    10
    Um dos melhores jogos de todos os tempos, sem duvida, uma obra de arte
    seus graficos sao lindos
    a historia é emocionante mesmo sem muitos dialogos. acompanhamos wander em derrotar 16 colossus para ressuscitar a mono. na historia voce nao sabe se esta fazendo o certo, o jogo tem um jeito de misterio , ruinas e e tudo mais, esse jogo so pecou para mim e nao ter tantos bugs assim, pois é    Um dos melhores jogos de todos os tempos, sem duvida, uma obra de arte
    seus graficos sao lindos
    a historia é emocionante mesmo sem muitos dialogos.
    acompanhamos wander em derrotar 16 colossus para ressuscitar a mono.
    na historia voce nao sabe se esta fazendo o certo, o jogo tem um jeito de misterio , ruinas e e tudo mais, esse jogo so pecou para mim e nao ter tantos bugs assim, pois é
    acho ue um jogo com a atmosfera de misterio deveria ter mais coisas assim, um colosso deletado no jogo, e etc, etc, isso faria o jogo ser o melhor para mim.    … Expand
  6. 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
  7. FilemonBR
    Aug 16, 2016
    10
    Um dos melhores jogos de todos os tempos, sem duvida, uma obra de arte
    seus graficos sao lindos
    a historia é emocionante mesmo sem muitos dialogos. acompanhamos wander em derrotar 16 colossus para ressuscitar a mono. na historia voce nao sabe se esta fazendo o certo, o jogo tem um jeito de misterio , ruinas e e tudo mais, esse jogo so pecou para mim e nao ter tantos bugs assim, pois é    Um dos melhores jogos de todos os tempos, sem duvida, uma obra de arte
    seus graficos sao lindos
    a historia é emocionante mesmo sem muitos dialogos.
    acompanhamos wander em derrotar 16 colossus para ressuscitar a mono.
    na historia voce nao sabe se esta fazendo o certo, o jogo tem um jeito de misterio , ruinas e e tudo mais, esse jogo so pecou para mim e nao ter tantos bugs assim, pois é
    acho ue um jogo com a atmosfera de misterio deveria ter mais coisas assim, um colosso deletado no jogo, e etc, etc, isso faria o jogo ser o melhor para mim.    … Expand
  8. Rhyan
    Aug 13, 2016
    10
    This is no game, this is a journey. No B.S., no filler enemies, no upgrade systems, just follow the light and slay giant beasts with nothing but a sword, a bow and arrow, and your wits.
  9. nilsy
    Aug 6, 2016
    10
    Its hard to rate this game as normally you think of a similar game and then say better-worse.
    That kind of thinking does not work with SotC as there is not a similar game, so your forced to think in short checks or just overall impression.
    If you do want the SotC experience this is the ONLY game that has it, i that have had it found it amazing and regret nobody has managed to make a    Its hard to rate this game as normally you think of a similar game and then say better-worse.
    That kind of thinking does not work with SotC as there is not a similar game, so your forced to think in short checks or just overall impression.

    If you do want the SotC experience this is the ONLY game that has it, i that have had it found it amazing and regret nobody has managed to make a similar game 10 years later.    … Expand
  10. 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
  11. DayJey25
    Jul 4, 2016
    10
    Shadow of the colossus is not just a game, is an experience of a lifetime let's not talk about graphics but story which is one of the most beautiful that the gaming industry has to offer, a great BSO and incredible characters and awesome boss battles
  12. RaptorX3
    Jul 2, 2016
    10
    Simple and the best game.You don't need to level up for hours to fight colossus or look for something for the fight.Only arrow and a sword that's all you need.No need for complexity. Music is perfect and reflects the epic atmosphere.
  13. 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
  14. 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
  15. 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
  16. Dalvus
    Feb 15, 2016
    10
    Is incredible game,puzzles,fight with the colossus's and the story is a amazing,the best game of the PS2,The art direction,the story,and the colossus are art,this game is art,is a masterpiece,one of the best video-games of the all story.
  17. arachnid14
    Feb 10, 2016
    0
    i think the developers had some crystal meth. heroin and vodka while making the parkour system. i tried climbing a wall in the tutorial. 95% of the time i dont climb the wall. cant even play the first level cause the game thinks bad parkour is a positive
  18. notacarebear
    Feb 2, 2016
    0
    Most overrated video-game in human history.Most overrated video-game in human history.Most overrated video-game in human history.Most overrated video-game in human history.
  19. TheDannyMan
    Dec 7, 2015
    10
    No video game is perfect, but no other video game has gotten quite as close as Shadow of the Colossus.

    The battles against the colossi are epic and breathtaking; the long, quiet journeys on the road towards are great ways to break up the actions, giving you time to think, etc. The sense of scale this game has is amazing. No game environment made me feel quite this small compared to    No video game is perfect, but no other video game has gotten quite as close as Shadow of the Colossus.

    The battles against the colossi are epic and breathtaking; the long, quiet journeys on the road towards are great ways to break up the actions, giving you time to think, etc.

    The sense of scale this game has is amazing. No game environment made me feel quite this small compared to my surroundings.

    Even though this game is quite a rarity nowadays, if you're lucky enough to find it, you NEED to pick it up. Prepare to be amazed at what the PS2 was capable of pumping out.    … Expand
  20. SuperkenGaming
    Nov 27, 2015
    10
    Shadow of The Colossus
    Magic
    Shadow of the Colossus is an open world action adventure game that starts out with you carrying a lifeless body into a temple. You’re there in hopes of bringing this woman back to life, and are told it is possible, but you must collect the souls of these 16 beasts that roam the land this is one giant world with nothing but boss battles. The open world in    Shadow of The Colossus
    Magic
    Shadow of the Colossus is an open world action adventure game that starts out with you carrying a lifeless body into a temple.
    You’re there in hopes of bringing this woman back to life, and are told it is possible, but you must collect the souls of these 16 beasts that roam the land
    this is one giant world with nothing but boss battles.
    The open world in Shadow of the Colossus is extremely bare compared to what were used to now from games like the witcher 3,
    The landscape is fun to explore and traverse through on your trusty steed but I found it all to be very harsh on my eyes, there are some gorgeous sections of this world, but my eyes for some reason couldn’t adapt, making it all seem like a blur to me.
    In this world there is nothing but save points, lizards that you can kill to increase your grip, and fruit you can eat to increase your health.
    I appreciate the open world, but the stars of the show are the Colossi
    You’re tasked with defeating 1 at a time, you’re given a hint to their location and can hold your sword up to the sun to point in its direction, you aren’t given a mini map, but you can pause to look at your current in game location.
    Once you get to the right location a cut scene introduces your foe.
    Every colossus is different, you’ll fight sloths, turtles, eels, giants, birds, and the list goes on and on.
    They all have a trick to defeating them, no 2 the same. Once you’ve tricked the colossus into a vulnerable position you can then climb it and attack its weak spot with your sword, it sounds easy, but it’s not,
    There is a lot of vertical platforming, but there’s an attempt at realism with your grip. You have to time your attacks and resting perfectly or you risk falling off of the colossus and have to start the climb again.
    Every time you defeat a colossus your grip grows stronger.
    And grabbing has its own command, making the action feel even more immersive, if you let go, your character lets go.
    You’re also given 2 weapons
    Sometimes the colossus needs to be irritated with a bow before it attacks you or you can attack it.
    The game will give you subtle clues if you get stuck, but ultimately the game leaves the problem solving up to you.
    And this isn’t a dig at God of War because I love that game, but I really wish developers should stop copying God of War style bosses and start copying the bosses in Shadow of The Colossus.
    These are the greatest boss battles I’ve experienced in a game period.
    Some of the creatures are massive, and there’s a dash of problem solving and trickery.
    Admittedly some bosses felt like the standard, defeat the games algorithm, but for the most part I felt like I was outsmarting my enemy rather than simply going off of an in game cycle
    Shadow of the Colossus is one of the most immersive games ever and a must play for all.
    For what it is

    Action Adventure:
    9.5/10

    Overall:9.5/10    … Expand
  21. Twin2712
    Nov 26, 2015
    10
    + Unique
    + All the Bosses are breathtaking and challenging
    + Great approach to story telling- that NEVER gets in the way of the gameplay, but is still moving
    + The world feels so barren and mysterious yet beautiful

    - Frame rate issues
  22. 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.
  23. 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.
  24. Arendelleawesom
    Sep 2, 2015
    10
    One of the greatest games of ALL TIME. i am one who does not say that lightly but i assure you Shadow Of the Colossus is that good.

    The visuals for Shadow Of the Colossus are beautiful sure it looks dated the game is over 10 years old but the textures and detail on the massive world and especially the colossi really make it come to life. the gameplay is superb there were a few times    One of the greatest games of ALL TIME. i am one who does not say that lightly but i assure you Shadow Of the Colossus is that good.

    The visuals for Shadow Of the Colossus are beautiful sure it looks dated the game is over 10 years old but the textures and detail on the massive world and especially the colossi really make it come to life.

    the gameplay is superb there were a few times that agro frustrated me but besides that everything goes very smoothly it is an amazing epic feeling to fight the largest creatures video games have to offer.

    the story is fascinating and amazing use your sword to kill the colossi and bring back your loved one. and yet no matter how hard the colossi was and how mad i got whenever i failed to kill it i always felt a sadness when it crashed to the ground in its death. it's not something many games or movies have been able to do often.

    my favorite part of this entire game is the soundtrack. i love music and i love good music in video games and movies but this game has arguably one of the best soundtracks in a video game EVER it is absolutely beautiful i have never played a game that switches the soundtrack mid bossfight which it does when the game knows that you know how to kill the colossi. it goes from slow and mysterious to high paced and EPIC. it is just astounding and i loved every moment of it.

    Shadow Of The Colossus is a shoo in for it's perfect ten out of ten rating.    … Expand
  25. Volvator1
    Aug 8, 2015
    10
    Beautiful ambient, sometimes, i like to hang and travel around rather than go for the colossus. The only awful thing it was the Horse control. Recommended for anyone who has got a PS2 or a PS3
  26. 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
  27. Danbliz
    Jul 15, 2015
    10
    Excelente. Hasta el día de hoy no hay ninguno que se parezca en su estilo (quizás haya, no lo sé(?)). El mundo está muy bien logrado y se nota la calidad en cada uno de sus aspectos.
  28. sscott0829tw
    May 12, 2015
    10
    Is a Super fantastic FXXking Awesome game!!!!!
    no equipment, no skill , no potion ,no minions .
    But an Outstanding action game,
    It has the most epic boss fight beside GOW
    the colossus is challenging and Well design
    they look badass and gorgeous,every colossus needs skills and some unique ways to defeat,
    A well made Masterpiece 10/10 no doubt
  29. 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
  30. can1235
    Feb 17, 2015
    3
    The colossi are literally the only good part of this game. They do what most bosses can't do-feel huge. They are epic, well designed, and the music is cool too. Too bad the music is 30 seconds constantly looping, and just plain stops after about 3 minutes. Oh, and let's not forget the camera, which has a mind of its own, and the platforming, which is the worst I've ever seen. Good luckThe colossi are literally the only good part of this game. They do what most bosses can't do-feel huge. They are epic, well designed, and the music is cool too. Too bad the music is 30 seconds constantly looping, and just plain stops after about 3 minutes. Oh, and let's not forget the camera, which has a mind of its own, and the platforming, which is the worst I've ever seen. Good luck trying to climb anywhere without falling 5-7 times first. Oh, and the horse! Have fun trying to bond with it when it's too busy slowing down for no reason and being near-impossible to control! Team ICO obviously spent way too much time designing their open world, because all living creatures besides the colossi look like crap. Prepare for useless features like: A bow that does almost no damage to the colossi! The ability to wield nothing, making you defenseless! And crouching, because maybe if you get low enough, the colossi won't see you!
    I tried to like this game, I really did, but its controls make it absolutely unplayable, and like I said, the best part is how cool the colossi look.    … Expand
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Awards & Rankings

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