Enslaved: Odyssey to the West

 PlayStation 3
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7.6

Generally favorable reviews- based on 381 Ratings

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  1. RTCWFAN
    Aug 15, 2023
    9
    Great story, fresh setting and a gameplay nearly as perfect as the Uncharted games. An overlooked gem, everybody should play at least once. Overall rating: 8.5.
  2. JrDouble
    Dec 7, 2022
    8
    A solid and very memorable game with a fantastic story and characters. Beautiful graphics and enjoyable gameplay. If you enjoy post-apocalyptic sci-fi games give this a try!
  3. TeaFan556
    Sep 15, 2022
    8
    [RU]
    Мне очень понравилось! Игра намного лучше по сравнению с Heavenly Sword. Единственный минус - оптимизация. К игре нужно привыкать из-за просадок кадров, но в остальном она отличная. Было бы здорово увидеть её переиздание...
  4. YokoHugo
    Jul 29, 2022
    8
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  5. JoseManuel10_
    Dec 21, 2021
    8
    Enslaved: Odyssey to the West is an action-adventure video game developed by Ninja Theory and published by Namco Bandai Games.
  6. Xivbeast1
    Sep 20, 2021
    10
    This game is one of the games that are forgotten for being amazing games
    Very underrated for my point of view Enslaved got very variote combat, good platforming, good voice acting and character design, even a twisty story
  7. KenseidenStrike
    Sep 13, 2021
    9
    10 years late and still enjoyed playing this game more than 95% of what's out there in 2021. I can only write my review from today's perspective but that's not bad for this action packed game. In all reality this is a solid 85 but I'm rounding up to the 90 due to something I find lacking in 9 out of 10 games I have tried to play in recent years. Mainly, I reference the storytelling,10 years late and still enjoyed playing this game more than 95% of what's out there in 2021. I can only write my review from today's perspective but that's not bad for this action packed game. In all reality this is a solid 85 but I'm rounding up to the 90 due to something I find lacking in 9 out of 10 games I have tried to play in recent years. Mainly, I reference the storytelling, likeable characters, and great voice acting. The graphics belong in 2010, which is good for the era. The gameplay holds its own and is engaging. The soundtrack really started to draw in my attention in the later chapters. And the length is spot on for an older game at around 10-15 hours. I recommend giving this game a go if its on tour radar even 10 years late.… Expand
  8. 8tonystark8
    May 26, 2021
    8
    Really beautiful game with a great story.
    Sometimes the combats are little annoying but definitely worth playing!
  9. JoKeR_AlexS
    Nov 21, 2020
    8
    Este comentário é universal nas minhas reviews. Apenas quero dar nota aos jogos e caso queiram saber mais alguma coisa sobre o jogo, aconselho a ver outras reviews ou até mesmo a experimentar o jogo.
  10. Patajullo
    Nov 3, 2019
    8
    Sin ser una obra maestra es un juego ameno y variado, que sin exigir demasiado al jugador nos cuenta una, eso si, breve historia. Muy recomendable
  11. FabioFisher
    Jul 18, 2019
    9
    Amazing faces expression, bosses figth and plot!!! A diverted game. Only controls could be more balanced.
  12. Zanzzanz
    May 15, 2019
    10
    The strongest part of this game is the characters and the story, the voice acting is incredible. the game is fairly easy, and the combat can be repetitive in the start, but the pros of this game are many.
  13. sityoazzdown
    Oct 30, 2017
    8
    A hack and slash uncharted, well that's the closest you can get in one sentence, and uncharted is one of my favorite game franchises so I throroughly enjoyed this game. In this game, you are are in a journey with a fellow "prison" escapee who tries to get revenge against the capturors. It's unfortunate then that the story begins with a mystery and then eventually unfolds into anotherA hack and slash uncharted, well that's the closest you can get in one sentence, and uncharted is one of my favorite game franchises so I throroughly enjoyed this game. In this game, you are are in a journey with a fellow "prison" escapee who tries to get revenge against the capturors. It's unfortunate then that the story begins with a mystery and then eventually unfolds into another revenge quest. In game you traverse in an almost uncharted style (climbing, jumping while holding onto ledges (you get the point), while trip sometimes help you or vice versa to get to the next point. You will also engage in simple hack and slash, and a few puzzles (really simple), a couple boss battle, some uncharted like blockbuster sequences, and that's the game. Now the combat while generic, gets the job done for me. i loved the traversal and this game really shines when it does the whole uncharted sequences. Times this game struggles is when it throws waves and waves of enemies at you, with it's generic combat, it gets repetitive. Framerate issues is also an issue throughout the game, and the draw distance is not very good. Overall the game is good, the first half was amazing (the blockbuster sequences, new enemies gradually introduced, couple of fun boss battles, the cloud aka surfing levels); while the second half lacked variety and failed to provide anything fresh, so it became a chore to finish. I must also add that trip and monkey is one of the weirdest relationships i've ever seen in a game, she kills you for venturing too far from her.. what? But overall, definitely recommend; especially for uncharted fans. 8.5/10… Expand
  14. XxJoseManuelxX
    Oct 22, 2016
    8
    Enslaved: Odyssey to the West is an action-adventure platform video game developed by Ninja Theory and published by Namco Bandai Games.

    + Good Story and Characters
    + Fun Combat and Plataforms
  15. MiguelNeto
    Oct 9, 2016
    9
    Enslaved era um jogo que eu nao dava nada, mais me supreendeu muito, um ótimo jogo, sem falar que a historia do game é baseada no livro Jornada ao Oeste, o mesmo livro que inspirou Dragon Ball, tem momentos bons, a trilha sonora é boa, o grafico é excelente, ainda supreende, Enslaved é um ótimo game que vale apena ser visto. Nota 9.2
  16. dmasz91
    Jul 4, 2016
    9
    This game surprised me. I thought it was going to be different than what it is. It has a nice story line, sort of, but still keeps me interested. Monkey is very quick moving and you don't have to worry about him falling off a cliff or anything. The commands for using both characters in tandem or excellent. I never played a game like this before; it's unique. I don't like the machineThis game surprised me. I thought it was going to be different than what it is. It has a nice story line, sort of, but still keeps me interested. Monkey is very quick moving and you don't have to worry about him falling off a cliff or anything. The commands for using both characters in tandem or excellent. I never played a game like this before; it's unique. I don't like the machine enemies very much; they present lots of challenges. Each level has a specific layout that you can see. It's like a puzzle and you have to figure out how to get through it without being killed. Overall, it's much better than I thought. It gets my adrenaline up, so I need a break from it sometimes. Definitely action packed, this game I'd say is worth it.… Expand
  17. thepatient613
    Feb 16, 2016
    8
    This game has been in the discount bin for so long it's actually hard to believe it's a gem. The storyline is not something I think of when I play these types of games but this was by far the exception. The level design and art style was well done. I think the only reason it didn't make it big is because people don't know about it. There's a reason its got a cult following. DefinitelyThis game has been in the discount bin for so long it's actually hard to believe it's a gem. The storyline is not something I think of when I play these types of games but this was by far the exception. The level design and art style was well done. I think the only reason it didn't make it big is because people don't know about it. There's a reason its got a cult following. Definitely play this game!… Expand
  18. SuperkenGaming
    Jan 12, 2016
    8
    Enslaved Odyssey to the west
    A grind that pays off
    Enslaved tells the story of trip and monkey. The game starts out with the 2 of them escaping a slave ship, when they land, monkey finds that trip has put a device on his head to enslave or control him. If she dies, he dies, she wants help getting back to her home and feels this is the only way she can guarantee monkey will help her.    Enslaved Odyssey to the west
    A grind that pays off
    Enslaved tells the story of trip and monkey.
    The game starts out with the 2 of them escaping a slave ship, when they land, monkey finds that trip has put a device on his head to enslave or control him.
    If she dies, he dies, she wants help getting back to her home and feels this is the only way she can guarantee monkey will help her.
    So they set off on a post apocalyptical adventure to take trip home
    This game is a platform adventure game,
    A very prince of Persia feel to it,
    You spend most of the game traversing walls, and hopping across bars
    with the occasional combat with mechs
    The combat system is fairly simple with block, heavy attacks, light attacks, and blasters.
    You can stun and shoot enemies, or just go hand to hand,
    But again, combat is very few and far between,
    This is mostly climbing and solving puzzles by communicating back and forth with Trip
    The gameplay is pretty fun and addictive most of the way through the game,
    I love the adventure as much as I loved the fluent and responsive platforming that never got too complex…
    But it slowly becomes repetitive and the final 3rd of the game just becomes a flat out drag
    The world goes from colorful and mysterious to gray, brown, and boring..
    The only thing that kept me going was the story of Trip and Monkey, and I was so happy I followed through.
    Its just a shame I felt like I had to force myself through the final hours.
    If you love story you’ll love Enslaved, if you’re here for the gameplay, look elsewhere.
    I give Enslaved Odyssey to The West
    a
    7.5/10    … Expand
  19. Sha1ashaska
    Apr 18, 2015
    10
    Отличный представитель своего жанра,интересные персонажи и вселенная сделали свое дело.
    Минусы конечно имеются (не самая разнообразная боевая система),но обращать на них внимания желания не появляется.
  20. Freddo222
    Feb 13, 2015
    9
    Absolutely loved it! Good graphics, good story (only the end sucks!), you have to get used to the controls but when learn it really plays well! I don´t get the bashing about being sexist, i couldn´t find anything sexist about this game.
  21. the_blueprint
    Dec 17, 2013
    8
    If you like heavenly sword you know what you're in for. But the gameplay isn't as fluid as heavenly sword. And this game is actually just a bit less then heavenly sword in every way.
  22. Redman_07
    Jun 25, 2013
    10
    it´s not only a odyssey to the west, it´s one of the greatest adventures i ever went on!

    The relationship between monkey and trip is a huge part of the game...you really feel their emotions during the game, which i never experienced in a video game that strong! climbing and fighting might technically not be the best you ever experienced, i agree, but it´s not the main part of the    it´s not only a odyssey to the west, it´s one of the greatest adventures i ever went on!

    The relationship between monkey and trip is a huge part of the game...you really feel their emotions during the game, which i never experienced in a video game that strong!

    climbing and fighting might technically not be the best you ever experienced, i agree, but it´s not the main part of the game....
    the world, the story and the bond between two lovely character, is what makes this game one of the best i played in 15 years of gaming!

    MASTERPIECE!    … Expand
  23. mongmich
    Jan 22, 2013
    9
    Great game! Loved the game play and the cut scenes. I loved the way Trip and Monkey connect in a way that only this game could capture. Camera angles are to be desired but that was hardly an issue. I never really felt like I didn't know what to do at certain times. I've never gotten stuck for more than 3 minutes on one area. The only real issue i had with the game was how much of a jerkGreat game! Loved the game play and the cut scenes. I loved the way Trip and Monkey connect in a way that only this game could capture. Camera angles are to be desired but that was hardly an issue. I never really felt like I didn't know what to do at certain times. I've never gotten stuck for more than 3 minutes on one area. The only real issue i had with the game was how much of a jerk Trip acted like until you finally are sitting with her alone. Either way this game was great!… Expand
  24. cricketlenny
    Oct 29, 2012
    9
    This game is one that definately picked a hard time to be released, as it bombed for the most part in sales. This is tragic, as this game can easily be called this generation's Ico. Not only for the escort based gameplay, but for its amazingly cinematic qualities, and wonderful environments. Andy Serkis does an amazing job as the main character, Monkey, and if the games had Emmies, heThis game is one that definately picked a hard time to be released, as it bombed for the most part in sales. This is tragic, as this game can easily be called this generation's Ico. Not only for the escort based gameplay, but for its amazingly cinematic qualities, and wonderful environments. Andy Serkis does an amazing job as the main character, Monkey, and if the games had Emmies, he would have won for best lead actor. If you want a great story driven game, this is it. If you still dont get what this game is like, picture Uncharted, only in a scifi future post apocalypse setting. Mind you, thats a very simple description, as its better described as an amazing achievement in story in games. The only reason its a 9 to me is due to some slightly loose controls, and some confusing puzzle segments with Trip.… Expand
  25. kunglao06
    Jun 15, 2012
    8
    Charismatic and unforgettable characters make you ignore the repetitive enemies and combats. The interaction between Monkey and Trip is very cool. IT'S A VERY FUN GAME, what is important.
  26. Kogia
    Jun 14, 2012
    8
    Hugely underrated game and that's such a shame because it is a lavish and interesting world with delightfully endearing characters. It's another of those that I was bought a long time ago that I've only just played - out of guilt over my neglect and I've thoroughly enjoyed it from beginning to end, so much so I've now bought the Perfect dlc. There are two small flaws, sometimes the cameraHugely underrated game and that's such a shame because it is a lavish and interesting world with delightfully endearing characters. It's another of those that I was bought a long time ago that I've only just played - out of guilt over my neglect and I've thoroughly enjoyed it from beginning to end, so much so I've now bought the Perfect dlc. There are two small flaws, sometimes the camera angles are annoyingly ropey making fights harder than they should be and conversely during other sections it holds your hand just a bit too happily making these parts too easy. Otherwise I loved it, a fun and interesting take on a classic myth, a beautiful steampunk-esque world I wish I could have explored a lot more and some of the best characters in video games ever.… Expand
  27. 4110
    May 4, 2012
    10
    This is still one of my favorite games of all time. It is beautiful, engaging and very fun world to be in. If more games were this colorful I would get more replay value for my purchases. I can't say enough good things about this game, from the voice acting to Serkis's Monkey movements and environments. Highly recommended.
  28. slydog1987
    Apr 10, 2012
    9
    i picked this game up for 5 pound pre owned. and i would have payed double. its a very good game. gr8 action. top voice acting. the visuals are breathtaking. it does have a few frame rate issues. and monkeys does not have a many combat moves as i would like. but apart from that if you see this game cheap pick it up. you will not be disappointed.
  29. G_Mackzy
    Mar 30, 2012
    9
    Gameplay wise there is nothing groundbreaking here, if anything it's a little bit repetetive although some really fun boss battles and other variations in the gameplay break the monotony. What makes this game brilliant are the characters and their relationships which rival any other game and cinematic experience I've ever had. Would be a ten if it had gameplay to match but a thoroughlyGameplay wise there is nothing groundbreaking here, if anything it's a little bit repetetive although some really fun boss battles and other variations in the gameplay break the monotony. What makes this game brilliant are the characters and their relationships which rival any other game and cinematic experience I've ever had. Would be a ten if it had gameplay to match but a thoroughly rewarding game nonetheless.… Expand
  30. novamat
    Mar 17, 2012
    8
    I too found this to be an enjoyable game, and joined this site simply to write a review. Don't pass on it simply because some others did not enjoy it or did not like it. I played this game right after finishing Uncharted: Drake's Fortune, and I have to say that I enjoyed this game more than Uncharted. I do agree that the game is easier than some other action/adventure games on the marketI too found this to be an enjoyable game, and joined this site simply to write a review. Don't pass on it simply because some others did not enjoy it or did not like it. I played this game right after finishing Uncharted: Drake's Fortune, and I have to say that I enjoyed this game more than Uncharted. I do agree that the game is easier than some other action/adventure games on the market in terms of puzzle solving, but that could be balanced by increasing the difficulty of the game itself. Besides, the story is compelling enough to keep you playing, even if you are a bit bored (I personally liked button mashing and killing enemy after enemy in various ways). You're not going to find the depth of character customization like in a Bioshock, and you're not going to be blown away by some new and original game mechanics, but this is a solid game from start to finish and should not be overlooked.… Expand
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#53 Best PS3 Game of 2010
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#19 Most Discussed PS3 Game of 2010
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#24 Most Shared PS3 Game of 2010

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Metascore
80

Generally favorable reviews - based on 53 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 45 out of 53
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 53
  3. Negative: 0 out of 53
  1. Cynamite
    Jan 16, 2011
    80
    Enslaved is scoring with its motivating story, the good graphics and the enjoyable, but not challenging climbing passages. Sadly, the fights are unvaried and there is no multiplayer.
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  2. Game Over Online
    Dec 19, 2010
    90
    If you're looking for a game that offers all the amazing things I've spent the last handful of paragraphs gushing over as well as one of the most interesting and original stories in a game this year, Enslaved won't disappoint.
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  3. GamingExcellence
    Dec 19, 2010
    95
    Enslaved: Journey to the West is definitely a contender for game of the year.
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