Afrika

 PlayStation 3
  • Publisher: Natsume
  • Release Date: Oct 6, 2009
Metascore
63

Mixed or average reviews - based on 12 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 1 out of 12
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 12
  3. Negative: 2 out of 12
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  1. PSM3 Magazine UK
    71
    Worth a look for something unique but hippo-watching slower missions can frustrate. [Feb 2009, p.79]
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  2. Eurogamer
    70
    Afrika is one of the most pleasant, enjoyable and gently engrossing games I've played in a while. It's a shame Sony isn't releasing it here, and it's worth importing. [JPN Import]
  3. Playstation Official Magazine UK
    70
    If you like it quiet, Afrika's peacefulness and sense of freedom offer something to savour.[JPN Import; Nov 2008, p.116]
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  5. games(TM)
    70
    Approached with acceptance of its limitations and a willingness to cede true freedom, Afrika can still be a remarkable, memorable experience. [Dec 2008, p.121]
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  6. NTSC-uk
    70
    Hakuna Matata is a unique title and as such will no doubt attract a cult following. There is a lot to offer those who can find the required time and patience required to gain the best from it.
  7. Everyeye.it
    70
    An intriguing game, dedicated to nature lovers and photographer would-be. Unfortunately, some graphical issues spoil the atmosphere.
  8. Playstation: The Official Magazine (US)
    70
    It's beautiful and soothing. [Nov 2009, p.76]
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  9. 1UP
    67
    Originally, the biggest problem I had with Afrika was that there wasn't more of a narrative. I like having the freedom to explore beautiful virtual worlds, but I also appreciate some story to bring it together. But as the game progressed, I felt that maybe a game like this doesn't need a bunch of drama attached -- a picture is worth a thousand words.
  10. Metro GameCentral
    60
    It's not the visual jaw-dropper that was promised but a virtual safari is better than none.

Awards & Rankings

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#41 Most Discussed PS3 Game of 2009
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#85 Most Shared PS3 Game of 2009

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User Score
6.2

Mixed or average reviews- based on 36 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 18 out of 36
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 36
  3. Negative: 11 out of 36
  1. scotta
    Dec 18, 2009
    8
    so peaceful and relaxing, ign and the othes who complain about it being broken are rong, this 'games' fine as it is, more ground so peaceful and relaxing, ign and the othes who complain about it being broken are rong, this 'games' fine as it is, more ground detail would have been nice but all in all its about the critters, no guns no blood now war, perfect to wind down and relax, animal modeling is well done and the camera work is good all in all buy it if you want something different… Full Review »
  2. TheCornflex
    Jan 31, 2018
    5
    I mean it looks great and it is fun to observe the animals but, ... uhm ... gameplay wise it is relatively boring to be honest.
  3. MegWhiteley
    Jun 7, 2012
    6
    Ok, we meet Viva Piñata of Xbox 360, and the game is funny, pretty, and colorful, now SONY intent repeat the succesful ofOk, we meet Viva Piñata of Xbox 360, and the game is funny, pretty, and colorful, now SONY intent repeat the succesful of Microsoft with Afrika, but what happen? The game is BORING. Afrika have great graphics, really cool, the animals look awesome, but the problem comes with the gameplay, is very repetitive, and boring. Sony (or best say Natsume) can do a better thing, but with this regular intent the game fail.… Full Review »
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