Shadow of the Colossus

 PlayStation 2
User Score
9.1

Universal acclaim- based on 1497 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 1,356 out of 1497
  2. Mixed: 66 out of 1497
  3. Negative: 75 out of 1497
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  1. M1sfiT
    Sep 3, 2023
    8
    Gaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaameeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees!!
  2. VLG
    Aug 22, 2023
    10
    Monumental, legendary, introspective, awesome in every way, beautiful, reflexive, mysterious, addictive, awe-inspiring... One of my all-time favorites.
  3. Richard_dias
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    That was a freaking great game back in the day, I couldn't even believe what I was sawing when I played it for the first time. Fumito Ueda really did something, and inspired a lot o people with his work.
  4. Yojimbo2015
    Jul 18, 2023
    6
    Rather oddball adventure in which you search a largely empty landscape to find a series of huge creatures you must defeat in turn to progress. Really just a glorified series of boss fights, SOTC is wonderful to look at but ultimately left me rather cold.
  5. 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.
  6. TheRedFern
    Jul 8, 2023
    10
    I have to give games that introduced something never done before and just knocked it out of the park. It could have had more story, but that would have taken away form the allure of the unknown. A wonderful new approach to combat mechanics. You must play this game once. Probably in my top 10-15 games of all time.
  7. 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.
  8. 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.
  9. 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.
  10. 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
  11. 3ls0ul
    Sep 30, 2022
    10
    Este juego aún no lo eh jugado o completado, así que pondré una reseña y nota diferentes cuando lo haga.
  12. ZangBang
    Feb 9, 2023
    6
    Despite an underwhelmingly barren map, the adventure within egrosses the player, tasked to seek dangerous massive creatures scattered throughout an enchantingly subdued, desolate land, and slay them in a series of wonderfully diverse battles involving the environment and the creatures' bodies in highly imaginative, captivating ways that challenge both wit and reflexes. Soaked inDespite an underwhelmingly barren map, the adventure within egrosses the player, tasked to seek dangerous massive creatures scattered throughout an enchantingly subdued, desolate land, and slay them in a series of wonderfully diverse battles involving the environment and the creatures' bodies in highly imaginative, captivating ways that challenge both wit and reflexes. Soaked in spellbinding, atmospheric artistry through the combined efforts of a wistful narrative and contemplative mood.… Expand
  13. AtomosFabian
    Feb 7, 2023
    10
    Una obra Maestra de los videojuegos, Fumito Ueda demuestra que los videojuegos son Arte. Creando un mundo y unos personajes increíbles, la historia y las sentimientos que transmites es fascinante.
  14. 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
  15. Uauqdemais
    Dec 28, 2022
    10
    Indescritível, único, perfeito, maravilhoso, não existem adjetivos o sulficiente para descrever está obra de arte, simplesmente jogue.
  16. Tampasco
    Dec 13, 2022
    10
    Shadow of the Colossus leaves a void in your heart after finishing it, because even today there is no game that comes close to what that journey was.

    Nota Final: 9,8
  17. 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 ?
  18. 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.
  19. Onlyclassicvg1
    Sep 17, 2022
    10
    This film noir portrait of corruption and morally-compromised obsessions stars Welles as Hank Quinlan, a crooked police chief who frames a Mexican youth as part of an intricate criminal plot. Charlton Heston plays an honorable Mexican narcotics investigator who clashes with the bigoted Quinlan after probing into his dark past. A memorable
  20. ATalkingPringle
    Sep 3, 2022
    6
    BRUH, CAN YOU LET ME POST MY REVIEW!? WHY DO YOU INSIST ON NOT LETTING ME EXPLAIN MYSELF YOU COWARDS!?

    Anyways, this game is decent will explain more when Metacritic lets me. Actual Review: While I do have issues with this game such as a few of the colossi sucking, the camera being obnoxious at times, the horse controlling poorly, the story not connecting with me, some technical    BRUH, CAN YOU LET ME POST MY REVIEW!? WHY DO YOU INSIST ON NOT LETTING ME EXPLAIN MYSELF YOU COWARDS!?

    Anyways, this game is decent will explain more when Metacritic lets me.

    Actual Review:
    While I do have issues with this game such as a few of the colossi sucking, the camera being obnoxious at times, the horse controlling poorly, the story not connecting with me, some technical issues, and the completion process being miserable (SERIOUSLY DO NOT COMPLETE THIS GAME!!!), it's still mostly enjoyable and I'd still recommend giving it a try, i swear! Especially on the PS4. Mainly because the strong parts of this game are really strong. The OST is great, the atmosphere made the game more immersive, and most of the colossi are wonderful to fight. These things alone makes finishing this game at least once worth it. They doesn't erase my frustrations with this game and I won't be coming back to it for a long while but check this one out. Just be prepared for some annoyances that may come your way.

    Score: 6/10 (Closer to a 7)    … Expand
  21. DivN
    Aug 13, 2022
    10
    Uno de los mejores juegos de PS todos los tiempos… cada cierto tiempo vuelvo a jugarlo para revivir la obra de arte
  22. TheDuner13
    Aug 6, 2022
    9
    goooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooood
  23. The_D4RknesS
    Jul 11, 2022
    9
    Empty world that makes me feel good but I wish it was more colossus and not just 12
  24. HuevoAlce
    Jun 27, 2022
    10
    Shadow of the Colossus is a masterpiece in scale, presentation, and gameplay.
  25. 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.
  26. GDsReviews
    Jun 3, 2022
    4
    I seriously wanted to love this game, and find it one of the best soundtracks of any videogame ever made to this day. But, the terrible controls and extreme difficulty to reach and battle many of the colossi made it impossible for me to enjoy the game and unable to finish it.
  27. Diego28518
    Mar 19, 2022
    10
    A maior prima da sexta geração e um dos melhores jogos já feitos. Tanto em cenário, ambiente, "vibe", quanto em gameplay. Master-piece.
  28. Magnetroll
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    This is, with no shadow of doubt, one of the best games ever developed. It is so simple, yet so deep. A speechless adventure, breath taking views and moments. 16 different bosses, no NPC's. I must say, it was daring, and they did it. Certainly a must play.
  29. Du7Ra
    Feb 16, 2022
    10
    The best PS2 game, the graphics, the combat, the puzzles, the lore...... its a must play, one of the best of all time
  30. dorohedorofan90
    Jan 23, 2022
    10
    Uno de esos juegos que dejan una huella imborrable en ti. Nada más que añadir.
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Awards & Rankings

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#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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