inFamous

 PlayStation 3
  • Publisher: SCEA
  • Release Date: May 26, 2009
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8.3

Generally favorable reviews- based on 1533 Ratings

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  1. DJe0N0M
    Mar 14, 2011
    10
    This is by far one of the best games of today.The graphics are of course incredible,the storyline is strong and epic.The entire feel of the game is incredible,I love the Scenes where it looks like a comic book scene.Including I think they are making a comic book series,along with a movie,and a sequel.The ending on both ends was incredibly accurate and great.I actually cared greatly for theThis is by far one of the best games of today.The graphics are of course incredible,the storyline is strong and epic.The entire feel of the game is incredible,I love the Scenes where it looks like a comic book scene.Including I think they are making a comic book series,along with a movie,and a sequel.The ending on both ends was incredibly accurate and great.I actually cared greatly for the Characters along with Cole,He is a badass,along with the cool things of this game.Never knew electricity could be so fun… Expand
  2. RezzaDee
    Feb 22, 2011
    8
    Now i am a BIG inFamous fan but alot of these reviews will be from the inFamous vs prototype war. inFamous is a great game, the side missions were a bit boring after you do a few of them but the graphics were not great tbh ok NOT great, and there should be a few more things to do after you complete the game. If your good then build a mansion or something with a flying car, and if your evilNow i am a BIG inFamous fan but alot of these reviews will be from the inFamous vs prototype war. inFamous is a great game, the side missions were a bit boring after you do a few of them but the graphics were not great tbh ok NOT great, and there should be a few more things to do after you complete the game. If your good then build a mansion or something with a flying car, and if your evil then build a castle with a flying carpet or something (lol joke you get the point though) but WTF have they dont with inFamous 2 so far, Cole has gone down in age? he died? krauser? and the graphics look the same....ill have to wait and find out.… Expand
  3. Spartan111
    Jan 13, 2011
    8
    The game is well done even though still far from perfect.Let me start by saying that the powers and combat aswell as the way you get across the city feel and look amazing. The game is also long and has many side missions and the ending is very good. But the setting is very dull and boring, telling the story in a comic type of way didnt pull me into the story and the story wasnt veryThe game is well done even though still far from perfect.Let me start by saying that the powers and combat aswell as the way you get across the city feel and look amazing. The game is also long and has many side missions and the ending is very good. But the setting is very dull and boring, telling the story in a comic type of way didnt pull me into the story and the story wasnt very intriguing as a whole except for the end. The music was,nt very good either although music for this game wasn't very important. The way the AI ran and acted was very goofy and can be greatly improved. The graphics are decent but again not the AI. and lastly every good action game needs good boss battles and this games boss battles were scarce ( like 3 ) and werent very good at all. The games powers, abilities and ending were the best parts and I hope the rest is improved for the next game. 8.5/10.… Expand
  4. wfaulk
    Jan 6, 2011
    6
    This game must be great to people who loved the "variety" of missions in MMOs. (In fact, Infamous feels a lot like City of Heroes, with its handful of enemy clans and catwalks in the sewers missions.) Personally, I wanted to do more than just mash buttons; I seldom felt engaged with the story at all. Mostly I was just following waypoints.

    The much-lauded moral choices are so blatant and    This game must be great to people who loved the "variety" of missions in MMOs. (In fact, Infamous feels a lot like City of Heroes, with its handful of enemy clans and catwalks in the sewers missions.) Personally, I wanted to do more than just mash buttons; I seldom felt engaged with the story at all. Mostly I was just following waypoints.

    The much-lauded moral choices are so blatant and black-and-white as to be laughable. You are explicitly prompted to choose the good or evil action. In addition, while there are some differences in the side missions, the power upgrades you receive, and the epilogue, there is really no difference in the storyline depending on your choices. In fact, the evil path oftentimes makes no sense.

    Ultimately, though, the biggest problem is the gameplay. In addition to all the random glitches, like invisible barriers that prevent you from proceeding forward on seemingly flat terrain, cameras that move for no reason, and so on, much of the gameplay and control is poorly designed. For example, while in aim mode, the right stick is used to pan and tilt, but all but the basic attack are on the right face buttons, which means that you cannot aim and fire at the same time with anything but the basic attack. Oftentimes the supposedly more difficult foes are far easier to defeat than the random footsoldiers, frequently due to the fact that they are much larger and the aiming is so twitchy.

    That said, it's not a bad game, it's merely mediocre. But it gets incredible reviews, and I really just don't understand why.    … Expand
  5. Ruiseart
    Jan 1, 2011
    8
    Didn't know what to expect stepping into this game. After about an hour of play I found myself seeking out the optional side missions to extend the game. Also...pretty cool that the player really struggles with the choice of whether to be "good" or "evil". A solid title that makes me long for part 2.
  6. SalarymanDaishi
    Dec 21, 2010
    8
    A surprisingly deep and addictive take on sandbox gaming. Plays well, tells a genuinely good story, and entices for a second playthrough. A bit glum and repetitious for its own good but overall, quite an enjoyable experience.
  7. tomsa
    Dec 10, 2010
    8
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  8. baalsoptio
    Nov 12, 2010
    9
    Infamous really blew me away with how fun it was to just run around the city climbing everything, leaping off the highest buildings, grinding on the power lines. TONS of fun to play. The only complaint I have with this game is that the missions were SO repetitive. They were still fun, but some more variety would have made this game perfect. The story is good, the cut scene art is cool,Infamous really blew me away with how fun it was to just run around the city climbing everything, leaping off the highest buildings, grinding on the power lines. TONS of fun to play. The only complaint I have with this game is that the missions were SO repetitive. They were still fun, but some more variety would have made this game perfect. The story is good, the cut scene art is cool, and the voice acting is decent. Graphically it is pretty good, although there are some problems (for instance as you ride along on the train there is a ton of pop in, and in spots there is framerate issues). Overall the game is really fun to play, hunting around for blast shards is lots of fun, and the 2 different endings gives it good replay value. A solid '9', and it gives me high hopes for the sequel.… Expand
  9. Reaperville
    Nov 4, 2010
    8
    great game , i prefer the sandbox type games where you dont have to stick to a story line or be on a timer, played through the game as a good guy, however on the second run i played as the evil guy and it was alot more fun, the weapons were better as the evil guy as they did much more damage and it was easier to level up......
  10. bjsteel
    Nov 3, 2010
    10
    A game that truly rewards the gamer. I had so much fun with this, smashing and frying everything in sight. Some minor control issues but for the most part a flawless game.
  11. Tubie
    Oct 23, 2010
    8
    Great game here, you can spend all your playtime just rampaging through the city or just follow the excellent story quests. This is one of the few games that actually pull the GTA style openness while managing to remain fun and engaging.
  12. MagmaWalrus
    Sep 9, 2010
    8
    Great game. Cole is an awesome character, and the story is great too. The gameplay is also well done, and the wide variety of powers to learn are all well executed and fun. The voice acting is stellar. The graphics are good. The only thing I was let down by was the ending but it was still a great game, and I can't wait for part 2.
  13. jokercrow
    Sep 2, 2010
    9
    Never before I felt like a city, in a video game, is that alive. The NPCs in inFamous seems emotional, more real than ever before. I never been able to hurt them or leave them dying (while not in combat) knowing that I have the power to save them. Plus, the control is intuitive, answer fast and is fun to use. The city is huge, does not lag and is beautiful. But above all, running onNever before I felt like a city, in a video game, is that alive. The NPCs in inFamous seems emotional, more real than ever before. I never been able to hurt them or leave them dying (while not in combat) knowing that I have the power to save them. Plus, the control is intuitive, answer fast and is fun to use. The city is huge, does not lag and is beautiful. But above all, running on buildings, throwing cars at bad guys and saving citizens is awesome. The only things keeping it from perfection, is a little repetitiveness and the electric only super power types. After beating the game once, as a good character, I never been able to make it to the end as a bad character. First of all, I felt bad killing the NPCs, witch isn't a bad thing, but I also felt bored pretty fast. So if you like sand box or super heros, or action/adventure games, inFamous is a great choice.… Expand
  14. ILikeSuperman
    Aug 29, 2010
    10
    THIS GAME IS AMAZING! I could not get my hands off the controller every time I played. It was so much fun. The story line was amazing too. Trust me, you need to get this game now!
  15. kenstarkun
    Aug 12, 2010
    9
    Infamous is one of those games that's so fun that you can forgive it for all of it's flaws. It has a cool story and the navigation mechanics make it quite fun to leap around the city. I've yet to have a better time playing a sandbox game than the experience I had playing infamous, and I cannot wait for the sequel.
  16. JuanC.
    Jan 27, 2010
    9
    InFamous is one of the best PS3 exclusives of all time. Sucker Punch has came with an interesting concept that you can decide to be a hero or a villan in the game. The story is also great as the way how you control your actions in the game, affects the story of the game. Another take is the variations of the powers that you can test with. After you beat the good side, you'll InFamous is one of the best PS3 exclusives of all time. Sucker Punch has came with an interesting concept that you can decide to be a hero or a villan in the game. The story is also great as the way how you control your actions in the game, affects the story of the game. Another take is the variations of the powers that you can test with. After you beat the good side, you'll definitely be playing again to try out the evil side. I suggest that all PS3 users give this game a try.… Expand
  17. DonnyDarko
    Jan 26, 2010
    2
    Prototype is so much better than this game. Infamous looks horrible in comparison, I don't understand what people are talking about. The city doesn't look realistic at all. Prototype has a lot more atmosphere and feeling to it. The moral choices are really lame and could just as well be just a checkbox for "good" or "bad". The main character is even more boring than the one in Prototype is so much better than this game. Infamous looks horrible in comparison, I don't understand what people are talking about. The city doesn't look realistic at all. Prototype has a lot more atmosphere and feeling to it. The moral choices are really lame and could just as well be just a checkbox for "good" or "bad". The main character is even more boring than the one in prototype. The powers are also boring compared to the ones offered in prototype. You can't hijack vehicles as you can in prototype. The only reason I see for this getting a better grade than prototype is the fact that it's a PS3 exclusive.… Expand
  18. JohnG
    Jan 23, 2010
    9
    Infamous is a great game that shows that superheroes can make good games. Paired with an unbelievably good story and style this game is a great one. The only flaw would be hitches in the climbing system.
  19. JosefH
    Jan 21, 2010
    9
    I haven't enjoyed a game this much since I played Jak 3 for the Playstation 2. The story-line is brilliant, and perfectly executed, with plot-twists everywhere, and the ultimate decisions (known as 'Karma Moments') where you decide between good and evil, Hero and villain. The game's problems come in small glitches. I'm unsure why they happen, but invisible walls I haven't enjoyed a game this much since I played Jak 3 for the Playstation 2. The story-line is brilliant, and perfectly executed, with plot-twists everywhere, and the ultimate decisions (known as 'Karma Moments') where you decide between good and evil, Hero and villain. The game's problems come in small glitches. I'm unsure why they happen, but invisible walls pop up every now and then, and your dodge button is your "run to cover" button, so often has you simply putting your back up against a car instead of dodging bullets, but the gameplay is almost perfect parting these flaws. Every mission, and every power is extremely well designed. More problems come from the cut-scenes. The animations are fairly poor, and the voice acting at certain points seems incredibly rushed. However, Cole McGrath's voice (voiced by Jason Cottle) is brilliant throughout the game, and the comic-style sequences more than make up for the poorly animated in-game cut-scenes. Overall; the game has a great playing system, and great storyline, but there are a few technical bugs which do tend to annoy me. I'd give the game a 95%, which I should round up to a 10, but I'm not going to.… Expand
  20. JessicaH
    Jan 13, 2010
    9
    Infamous was the first game I finished for my PS3. I highly recommend it. Infamous has stellar gameplay; there are so many little features that make this game enjoyable. For example, instead of falling off a narrow rope (which happens in God of War), Infamous knows I want to stay on the rope. Infamous also understands that I do not want to walk off the edges of buildings/cliffs (which Infamous was the first game I finished for my PS3. I highly recommend it. Infamous has stellar gameplay; there are so many little features that make this game enjoyable. For example, instead of falling off a narrow rope (which happens in God of War), Infamous knows I want to stay on the rope. Infamous also understands that I do not want to walk off the edges of buildings/cliffs (which happens in Batman: Arkham Asylum); if I want off a building, I will choose jump instead of walk. There is also a mini-map on the screen at all time (in Batman you have to exit to a full screen map). The mini-map even shows outlines of the building shapes (very helpful), and uses up and down arrows to let you know if your objective/foe is above or below you. In addition to the story, there are optional side quests to keep things interesting. Although you can play through as evil or nice, there is nothing else in the way of replay value (aside from working towards trophies). The skills in Infamous were unlocked at a nice pace. I also liked that upon receiving a new skill, you were given a mission to complete so that you could get used to your new skill. Infamous definitely helped me improve my FPS skills with the PS3 controller (big change from mouse and keyboard!).… Expand
  21. DanielT
    Jan 7, 2010
    9
    The only reason why this is actually not on my list - which consists of games of a score of 8 or higher) is a stupid one: I don't have it. Or rather, it's in my house but it's not mine. InFAMOUS is an excellent superhero/shooter game that rivals Arkaham Asylum, with the exception of practically growing your own hero and deciding what he does. Ah, the delight of choosing to The only reason why this is actually not on my list - which consists of games of a score of 8 or higher) is a stupid one: I don't have it. Or rather, it's in my house but it's not mine. InFAMOUS is an excellent superhero/shooter game that rivals Arkaham Asylum, with the exception of practically growing your own hero and deciding what he does. Ah, the delight of choosing to save a baby or eat it... Wait, WTF?… Expand
  22. DaleP
    Jan 2, 2010
    10
    Know what? This game is freaking incredible! Anyone who doesn't like it lacks imagination. The controls are superb, the story is cool and not over-involving, the powers are great and interact well with the dual shock controllers, and the enemies are just smart enough to piss you off! The city belongs to YOU in this game and you can choose what to do with it. Sure, you can die, but Know what? This game is freaking incredible! Anyone who doesn't like it lacks imagination. The controls are superb, the story is cool and not over-involving, the powers are great and interact well with the dual shock controllers, and the enemies are just smart enough to piss you off! The city belongs to YOU in this game and you can choose what to do with it. Sure, you can die, but you are alot tougher than almost any game hero or villain, which is exactly what your choice is to be! inFamous deserves ***** (um...that's 5 stars)… Expand
  23. ChaseL
    Jan 1, 2010
    8
    Great Game. High quality graphics and fun gameplay. Like most superhero games it gets old BUT, this is has the chance to choose whether to be a hero or a villian. Highly recommend it
  24. JordanD
    Dec 17, 2009
    10
    this game is really a cool game. the game lets you be a good superhero or a evil super villlian of course i was the villian
  25. DawnM
    Dec 4, 2009
    8
    Fun game to play. The mix of powers seem to work pretty well together as well. It can get frustrating at times with odd camera angles and animations, but overall a good game.
  26. DavidL
    Nov 29, 2009
    9
    I liked this game alot, finally a robust superhero game. I like that you can choose to be good or evil and the robust graphics. It has some graphical bugs and such though, which keeps me from giving it a full score. Totally worth buying!
  27. Aegis
    Nov 29, 2009
    6
    inFamous was very fun on my first run through, but when I booted it up a second time to walk the evil path and see what I missed, I found everything to be far too big of a chore to continue with. Maybe if my blast shards (of which there are 350 scattered throughout the city, and finding them directly boosts your power making tracking them down essential to survival) carried over I would inFamous was very fun on my first run through, but when I booted it up a second time to walk the evil path and see what I missed, I found everything to be far too big of a chore to continue with. Maybe if my blast shards (of which there are 350 scattered throughout the city, and finding them directly boosts your power making tracking them down essential to survival) carried over I would have powered through it. But doing everything all over again seemed more like work than anything else. Also, I have a huge gripe with the moral choice system in these games today. Why is it that I always have to choose between saving a baby or eating it? It seemed more than anything like I'd have to go out of my way to be evil, and even then I couldn't side with the gangs nor the major villains so what's the point?… Expand
  28. NielsW
    Nov 26, 2009
    10
    Truly amazing game. I expected a mediocre arcade game and got this fantastic, well-written game. Absolutely outstanding!
  29. ColeP
    Nov 22, 2009
    10
    Awesome gameplay, sick powers, and excellent story and characters. This is one of the best games I have ever played, and also one of the most fun. One of the only flaws is the lack of additional game modes..would love to have an unlimited number of baddies to fry. Excellent game, everyone should check it out. I don't see how you could be disappointed.
  30. DannyM
    Nov 9, 2009
    10
    An immersing and fulfilling experience. I have finished it twice due to the good and evil powers being different enough to warrant another play through. Essential.
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#31 Best PS3 Game of 2009
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#5 Most Discussed PS3 Game of 2009
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#13 Most Shared PS3 Game of 2009

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Metascore
85

Generally favorable reviews - based on 98 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 84 out of 98
  2. Mixed: 14 out of 98
  3. Negative: 0 out of 98
  1. IGN
    92
    Cole's powers are cool, the graphic novel cutscenes are stunning, the story is intriguing, and the city is alive.
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  2. IGN AU
    86
    Most importantly, the movement and combat mechanics are fantastic, while the firefights (and the starring role of electricity) are a true spectacle. In this game the city is both your playground and your plaything, and you'll feel like a bad-ass.
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  3. IGN UK
    90
    While not wholly original, the game's blend of open world ideals with superhero powers is done with a verve that’s unsurpassed, and the mesh of platforming and freeform combat is uniquely satisfying.
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