Haze

 PlayStation 3
  • Publisher: Ubisoft
  • Release Date: May 20, 2008
User Score
6.2

Mixed or average reviews- based on 333 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 164 out of 333
  2. Mixed: 66 out of 333
  3. Negative: 103 out of 333
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  1. Gordy
    Apr 19, 2009
    8
    First of all let me warn you, these graphics are pretty rough for a PS3 game. Think "Black" for xbox one only slightly better. Having said that, i found the game play to be nice and tight. Using the nectar was a blast because it encouraged you to go out "balls to the wall" into a room full of guys w/guns blazing. Which i found a nice change from all the other "cover" heavy shooters. Also First of all let me warn you, these graphics are pretty rough for a PS3 game. Think "Black" for xbox one only slightly better. Having said that, i found the game play to be nice and tight. Using the nectar was a blast because it encouraged you to go out "balls to the wall" into a room full of guys w/guns blazing. Which i found a nice change from all the other "cover" heavy shooters. Also this had some of the best voice acting and story i've seen in a game. Especially Moreno. The main character is kinda a weiner, but it fits well w/the story. I bought this for $13 at gamestop used, and i think it's a great game. Would i have been pissed had i spent $60 on it? Maybe, but all in all this should be in everyone's collection now that it's at this price. Plus how many other games let you play through the normally single player campaign mode w/three of your buddies online! Plus how the gameplay and everything changes halfway through was really cool and interesting. Yeah, it's not the best but if you like decent shooters, pick up a used copy and 8 hrs later when you beat it, you'll be glad you did.… Expand
  2. AlexA
    Dec 4, 2008
    10
    This game requires each gamer personal opinion. No question about it. In my opinion - its realy fun game. If you like Call of Duty and Sci-Fi, HAZE waits you, but not critics haze of course.
  3. guyr.
    Nov 16, 2008
    10
    I really like the online multiplayer on this game. the team death match is so much fun. i dont care about story mode. this game has a ton of maps too which is a huge plus. great game. i know it sounds fanboyish but really its not. im going to have tons of fun with this game no matter what anyone says.
  4. daver
    Oct 14, 2008
    8
    Its a fun game at its core. isnt what games is all about???I liked the graphics, trust me ive seen worst than that. to anyone who liked the timesplitters serie, youll feel at home playing this, the controls are tight, the gameplay is solid, team assault online is a blast. my only concern is the that the game can freaking hard at time, even in multiplayer coop. just ridiculously hard, to Its a fun game at its core. isnt what games is all about???I liked the graphics, trust me ive seen worst than that. to anyone who liked the timesplitters serie, youll feel at home playing this, the controls are tight, the gameplay is solid, team assault online is a blast. my only concern is the that the game can freaking hard at time, even in multiplayer coop. just ridiculously hard, to the point where we had to stop and play something else. anyway, if youre not ready to pay a full 60$ on it, wait to get in the bargain bin at 30$ or so. its worth your time. one thing for sure, I had high expectations for this game and they werent met, I'll wait and see with timesplitters 4.… Expand
  5. MickeyW.
    Aug 14, 2008
    8
    Great game, totally slept on. Everyone says the characters and voice acting is dumb but that's the whole point - if you paid attention to the story you'd understand why the soldiers are like that, and why that problem goes away at a certain point in the game. The controls are solid (aside from some difficulty with the vehicles) and it has solid multiplayer and co-op. The single Great game, totally slept on. Everyone says the characters and voice acting is dumb but that's the whole point - if you paid attention to the story you'd understand why the soldiers are like that, and why that problem goes away at a certain point in the game. The controls are solid (aside from some difficulty with the vehicles) and it has solid multiplayer and co-op. The single player campaign is a bit short but there's a lot of replay value there.… Expand
  6. JaneP.
    Aug 1, 2008
    8
    Very playable, excellent twist part way through. Made a change to have to change stlye of play, with each having their own characteristics. Would happily recommend this game. Something a little different from the norm.
  7. RioG
    Jul 11, 2008
    8
    I love that Playstation finally has a serious first person shooter that can combat the Xbox halo.I love haze I play it eveyday,I like the game play,the storyline,the movement and the use of the nectar how original 4 a game.The only thing about haze is that a new map needs to come out,crosshairs need to be added for rebels,more weapons needed,a costomize feature should be added for I love that Playstation finally has a serious first person shooter that can combat the Xbox halo.I love haze I play it eveyday,I like the game play,the storyline,the movement and the use of the nectar how original 4 a game.The only thing about haze is that a new map needs to come out,crosshairs need to be added for rebels,more weapons needed,a costomize feature should be added for personal troopers or rebels and neural servers are needed to set up rank and unrank muliplayer games to stop users who are hosting the game from quitting when they are loosing.HAZE will be one of the great first person shooter games and am looking forward to the sequel.… Expand
  8. GrantLancaster
    Jun 15, 2008
    9
    Stupid AI but worth playing
  9. ChristopherS.
    Jun 8, 2008
    8
    I had a feeling this game wasn't going to be as bad as many were claiming. I rented it, finished it in five days and was for the most part entertained. The graphics are very good, despite what many have said. This graphics engine is a winner and I look forward to playing other games that utilize it. In fact I consider this one of the best looking first person shooters I have ever I had a feeling this game wasn't going to be as bad as many were claiming. I rented it, finished it in five days and was for the most part entertained. The graphics are very good, despite what many have said. This graphics engine is a winner and I look forward to playing other games that utilize it. In fact I consider this one of the best looking first person shooters I have ever played on a console. The textures are sharp and the engine does a fantastic job with big open spaces. Visually very impressive. Most importantly it runs smoothly with no frame-rate issues whatsoever. The controls are precise and responsive, what more can you ask for? Granted the AI wasn't perfect but AI never is and for the most part it was better than adequate. Was the story lame? Not more then any other. Was the voice acting bad? No, it was average at worst. I really don't know what people were expecting? Were their expectations just so incredibly and unrealistically high? Granted this game isn't worth 60 bucks, but not many games are. It definitely is worth a rental. I am glad I rented it and I don't regret spending roughly six to eight hours playing it.… Expand
  10. SimonP
    May 30, 2008
    8
    Better than the reviews say it is... If anything, some elements of the story could have been explored more thoroughly such as Nectar side effects, Mantels history and Shane's (the character you play as) backstory.
  11. JerryL.
    May 30, 2008
    9
    I was very skeptical but now I'm a... believer!! HAZE is quite a unique FPS. At first it seems normal, you run around and get some dialogue going, easy missions, but once you get your nectar on - a sort of omni-enhancer which speeds things up, makes you stronger, gives you trippy visuals ETC - the game becomes really intense. And once the conspiracies start setting in, you've I was very skeptical but now I'm a... believer!! HAZE is quite a unique FPS. At first it seems normal, you run around and get some dialogue going, easy missions, but once you get your nectar on - a sort of omni-enhancer which speeds things up, makes you stronger, gives you trippy visuals ETC - the game becomes really intense. And once the conspiracies start setting in, you've got yourself a classic FPS.… Expand
  12. BobJ.
    May 29, 2008
    10
    THIS GAME IS AMAZING!!!! the guns are cool, the plot is a bit different, and the whole nectar thing is amazing.
  13. BorsonH.
    May 28, 2008
    8
    Too bad they hyped the game so damn much. they expected it to be the next jesus. it's a 7.5-8, not a 10, and they wanted it to be a 10. nevertheless it's a dope game. lots of action, good weapon selection, decent graphics (contrary to the nitpicky forum nerds) and great story to back the whole thing. do yourself a favor and add it to your ps3 collection - we don't have much Too bad they hyped the game so damn much. they expected it to be the next jesus. it's a 7.5-8, not a 10, and they wanted it to be a 10. nevertheless it's a dope game. lots of action, good weapon selection, decent graphics (contrary to the nitpicky forum nerds) and great story to back the whole thing. do yourself a favor and add it to your ps3 collection - we don't have much to put on the shelves yet as it is, be honest!… Expand
  14. BrianW.
    May 28, 2008
    9
    As an RPG junky who only dabbles in FPS I have to say I'm very impressed with the plot and its progression. It ends up being a tragedy with lots of irony and co dependence between a small time individual (you) and a huge company... from there the spoilers become rampant! So check it out yourself.
  15. KeetM.
    May 27, 2008
    10
    Great Story and Awesome 4 player Co-op give you a unforgettable experience.
  16. BernardK
    May 26, 2008
    8
    If anybody tells you the PS3 has no good games they haven't played this yet! it's great, and then you get your nectar on and it becomes a psychedelic, fast paced craze. you really need to check this one out.
  17. DavidC.
    May 26, 2008
    9
    I don't know if anyone reads user reviews anymore... as on IGN and Gamespot everybody is talking about the paid for reviews, but gametrailers gave an 8.8 in user reviews for HAZE and so i went out and bought it - i trust people over paid out journalists. and so i thought maybe the reviewers were right. the graphics really aren't very good. but i got over that pretty quickly. the I don't know if anyone reads user reviews anymore... as on IGN and Gamespot everybody is talking about the paid for reviews, but gametrailers gave an 8.8 in user reviews for HAZE and so i went out and bought it - i trust people over paid out journalists. and so i thought maybe the reviewers were right. the graphics really aren't very good. but i got over that pretty quickly. the story was very engaging, and while the controls were hard to get at first i prefer them over, say, halo controls. and then there's online cooperative. that's all you need to be convinced: haze is a great next gen game. check it out, gamers!!… Expand
  18. BrianB.
    May 26, 2008
    9
    I'm not going to say it's BETTER than Call of Duty, but in how it differs makes it worth playing in and of itself. At least rent HAZE, you'll enjoy it immensely.
  19. HelmuthR.
    May 25, 2008
    8
    This is a pretty nice first person shooter on PS3 with a nice story and some cool new gameplay features. Co-op modes are also very nice and still kind of unique these days.
  20. DanieleM.
    May 25, 2008
    8
    Do not believe all those stupid reviews!! I am playing Haze since yesterday and it is really a great game! The stupid reviewers are maybe too drunk of GTAIV to understand the value of this game! Fuck off "professional" journalists!!!
  21. SimonD.
    May 24, 2008
    10
    I played this agame and loved it. i am bored of all the other shootes out there atm, this has a different angle.
  22. [Anonymous]
    May 24, 2008
    10
    One of the best games I played this year although the graphics are outdated the rest of the game easily makes up for it.
  23. PaulM.
    May 24, 2008
    9
    The low scores are lies. Reviewers in the UK, Japan and Australia have rated haze as high as 9/10. Mantel represents the US Army. Nectar is the US Army's arrogance and the propaganda it uses. That's why US sites are bashing the game. Plain and simple.
  24. tomk.
    May 23, 2008
    10
    I thought this game was great the game graphics were incredeble, that the prologe of the game was very intresting and i cant wait till the next comes out and the 4 player co op mode makes me take a run for my money and i dont regret the money i spent on HAZE.
  25. sweetp
    May 23, 2008
    9
    the question is, with all of these bad and half good reviews, is it possible that this many critics could be wrong? the answer is, yes. clearly, too many expected one thing, and got another. i'm loving everything about it. the story is funny, dark and smart. the graphics have a glow about them. not every wall is amazing to look at. but, the graphics are impressive. a few spots in the the question is, with all of these bad and half good reviews, is it possible that this many critics could be wrong? the answer is, yes. clearly, too many expected one thing, and got another. i'm loving everything about it. the story is funny, dark and smart. the graphics have a glow about them. not every wall is amazing to look at. but, the graphics are impressive. a few spots in the game stand out. as in, fair better than even that of bioshock, for one instance. the swamps, in particular, for swamps, were the best i have seen in a game. the gameplay is the kind, where i'm not having to ask myself if i'm having a great time. i'm always moving, and always enjoying the heck out of myself, playing it. listen, i don't see what the big deal is. and, i'm not blind. not dumb. not biased. i'm just saying, i'm personally highly impressed with haze. i'm proud to show it off to my friends without a ps3 to play it on. and, already, those friends think it's incredible. they all wished they had it. so, maybe you will like it. maybe you won't. but, just because twenty burnt-out critics agree on something, doesn't make it true.… Expand
  26. RejaurR.
    May 23, 2008
    10
    Very good game as the story line is very good and the the graphics are excellent.
  27. TrevorB.
    May 22, 2008
    8
    Better game than the reviews it's getting, it's much better than turok and that got 7's and 8's
  28. JeffA.
    May 22, 2008
    8
    The game is easily 8 / 10. There is no way Haze is 40 out of 100. Ask yourself this, most sites that previewed early builds of the game liked it. Now the game launches at it's 40 / 100? I'm not sure what SDTV reviewers were playing on but the graphics are fine. They look a lot like rainbow Six Vegas 2 graphics to me and nobody slammed that game for it's graphics. The AI is The game is easily 8 / 10. There is no way Haze is 40 out of 100. Ask yourself this, most sites that previewed early builds of the game liked it. Now the game launches at it's 40 / 100? I'm not sure what SDTV reviewers were playing on but the graphics are fine. They look a lot like rainbow Six Vegas 2 graphics to me and nobody slammed that game for it's graphics. The AI is no different than most games. Enemies roll to avoid bullets and limp when shot. Sure your squadmates are jerks. They are supposed to be. They are on drugs. Most reviewers missed this point. It's like your squad is on a combination of steroids and meth and they are supposed to be professional soldiers? I think the reviewers that scored this game low are in a Haze. Maybe too much Nectar.… Expand
  29. GeorgiaW.
    May 22, 2008
    10
    This game is a well needed fps on the ps3, and it
  30. AustinB
    May 21, 2008
    9
    This game is incredibly fun. After playing for several hours, I find it hard to put down. While the graphics may not be on par with some of the other games that have recently come out, they are NOT "bad" as some of the reviews say, and the story isn't BAD either. The story (no -important- spoilers) is very intriguing. It shows the negative effects of war without consciousness of This game is incredibly fun. After playing for several hours, I find it hard to put down. While the graphics may not be on par with some of the other games that have recently come out, they are NOT "bad" as some of the reviews say, and the story isn't BAD either. The story (no -important- spoilers) is very intriguing. It shows the negative effects of war without consciousness of consequences and lack of morals. The main character is believable, and you truly begin to care about him throughout the course of the story. Both sides are fun to play as, each side having advantages and disadvantages. I won't go into them all, but Nectar is both a blessing and a curse. Forced overdoses can lead to massive team death, while correct doses can lead to faster takedown of the enemy. I enjoy this game, and therefore I believe it deserves an 8.5-9.… Expand
  31. Zak
    May 21, 2008
    8
    First my only interest is on the solo campaign. Good story, better than a over hyped games that we needs to buy the novel to understand.
  32. SalM.
    May 21, 2008
    9
    WHOA! The haters are so wrong. A lot of people are hating on this game, but they MUST be playing something other than Haze. Though not the best I
  33. MichaelW.
    May 20, 2008
    9
    Ended up renting instead of buying because of the IGN review... had high hopes, then they crushed 'em. now i'm buying it. they're wrong. it's the best ps3 game i've played.
  34. HenryS.
    May 20, 2008
    10
    Reviewers really need to stop dipping their pens in the buckets of cash coming from their entertainment media owners. IGN was obviously paid to slam Haze. The graphics are on par - not revolutionary but not horrible. The plot is on par - not quite Tom Clancy but not as retarded as the likes of Halo. The gameplay is the best of any FPS on the PS3 at this time. What are they talking about?
  35. EarlP.
    May 20, 2008
    9
    The graphics are mediocre but so far the plot and gameplay are amazing! people keep comparing this game to halo but it's not all that similar. depends on what you're looking for. this is a lot more intelligent.
  36. AmandaH.
    May 20, 2008
    10
    Top Marks for a first person shooter which breaks the mould. Well done frd for this game!
  37. BobS.
    May 20, 2008
    10
    Good game but Ign are fanboys.
  38. CarlJ.
    May 20, 2008
    10
    This game is good. It isn't the best game out there, but it is definately worthy of a higher score than that (i'm looking at you IGN!)
  39. Avark
    May 20, 2008
    10
    Great game and lovely graphics. The sound is great and the nectar game mechanic is brill. Top marks!!!
  40. GustavA.
    May 20, 2008
    8
    Its a pretty decent game. It lays down what should be standard. But in the same time it has some flaws. Its a game were you either like it, or not.
  41. stevet
    May 20, 2008
    9
    Ignore the idiotic IGN review - the guy has a private agenda!
  42. firstpersonshooterking
    May 20, 2008
    8
    I think the review has been harsh on IGN. This game delivers everything promised. The mantle soldiers are fired up by blood lust and the truth of the situation eventually dawns and you switch sides. The graphics are consistantly good with that of pther ps3 experiences. I think there are a few xbox fanboys out there who are looking to protect their halo bragging rights.
  43. JacobF.
    May 19, 2008
    10
    10 hour short single player but loads of fun to play over and over again on coop and a long lasting online multiplayer, great graphics, gameplay, and new ideas awesome game must buy for ps3 owners.
  44. DennisK
    May 19, 2008
    8
    Have been playing for the last three days. Good game but a little glitchy here and there. AI needs a little improvement. Server's are not up yet so I have not tried the online multiplayer, but single campaign mode is good. So far it is a solid 8 - 8.5 for me. Good graphics, but not COD4 good. I am liking it more and more the further along I get into the campaign. Can't wait to Have been playing for the last three days. Good game but a little glitchy here and there. AI needs a little improvement. Server's are not up yet so I have not tried the online multiplayer, but single campaign mode is good. So far it is a solid 8 - 8.5 for me. Good graphics, but not COD4 good. I am liking it more and more the further along I get into the campaign. Can't wait to try the multiplayer!… Expand
  45. ArmadilloW.
    May 16, 2008
    10
    Pretty damn amazing game. Getting to play both sides is cool. The co-op mode makes this game a 10!
  46. MJBB
    May 11, 2008
    10
    Awesome game, plays like COD4 in the future.
  47. KayN.
    May 10, 2008
    10
    From what I've played it's a really good game. The idea of online co-op campaign is also good. It's got alot of humour in it as well. I can't see how this game will fall short unlesss it's campaign is not very long but it beats Conflict: Denied Ops by a mile
  48. Harry
    Mar 21, 2008
    9
    Looks better than halo, and its a ps3 exclusive, runs well too.
  49. SeanR
    Feb 22, 2008
    10
    Haze looks to a very exciting game, from what I've seen. Plenty of online fun, and the co-op looks entertaining. The story looks intriguing, and Nectar seems pretty cool. The player's abilities look well done.
  50. MichelS.
    Feb 22, 2008
    10
    This PS3-only game is a real HALO rival. If you saw the trailers of it, you will know its awesome features. This game is the Halo of the PS3. It is so fun that you will be so happy buying the game once released!
  51. OliverT.
    Dec 15, 2007
    10
    looks amasing, if it has everything the developer says it does it shud be THE BEST game ever, awsome online , great storyline, (you get to switch sides) no load time im hoping that it wont turn out rubbish like other hyped up games... shame about the delay but, if there is a problem im glad they delay it rather than ruin the game by relasing a bugy game
  52. MattM.
    Oct 30, 2007
    8
    it looks like a promising game, but the fact that people are giving it 10's already is ridiculous. Ps3 fans are desperate for a good game, sony is banking on this one to come through, or things could turn disasterous.

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Critic Reviews

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Metascore
55

Mixed or average reviews - based on 65 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 1 out of 65
  2. Mixed: 51 out of 65
  3. Negative: 13 out of 65
  1. The A.V. Club
    58
    More narratively cohesive than the Halo trilogy, but less inventive and compelling than Resistance: Fall Of Man, Haze does finally give us a self-aware portrait of videogame soldiers, and a foil for all the head-butting, "boo-yah" behavior that's been the norm for far too long in the medium. Too bad it's paired with one of the more pedestrian FPS games to come along in recent years.
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  2. IGN
    45
    Haze does not live up to the company's reputation thanks to a horrible plot, weak gameplay mechanics and visuals that are truly underwhelming. While playing with friends is enjoyable, not even those are enough to bring this lackluster title around.
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  3. Gamer's Hell
    65
    Ultimately, Haze is still sitting in the wake of Call of Duty 4, and falls into that category of being just another FPS.
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