A Way Out

 PlayStation 4
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7.9

Generally favorable reviews- based on 1011 Ratings

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  2. Mixed: 189 out of 1011
  3. Negative: 98 out of 1011
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  1. kingofgames
    Mar 23, 2018
    10
    A Way Out is a true achievement in game design. One of the Best Coop games out !!. It manages to do something truly special by making two players to cooperate for an extended amount of time, and the discussions that happen on the couch or over voice chat can be just as revealing as the game itself.
  2. RuslanDZE
    Apr 1, 2018
    10
    If you are looking for a reason why video games can be better and more immersive than books and movies you have to play this game. First at all I am impressed that EA gave Josef Fares a green light to make a game like that. It is truly unique experience that won't make you careless afterwards. Most of the game with a coop are not giving you anything better than an option to play with yourIf you are looking for a reason why video games can be better and more immersive than books and movies you have to play this game. First at all I am impressed that EA gave Josef Fares a green light to make a game like that. It is truly unique experience that won't make you careless afterwards. Most of the game with a coop are not giving you anything better than an option to play with your friend. There is nothing really special about having a partner in a game. I would say that some game franchises became worse. For example Dead Space 3. Here we have a story about two guys with similar life situations but different personalities. In the process of playing you will get a sense of the partnership with your friend. Game is using coop as part of game design that game industry did not see before. You will understand that when you get to play. (Hospital scene is amazing). Game does an incredible job with a camera movement. This game benefits from coop a lot. It provokes emotions and especially ending gives you chills. After finishing this game I truly believe that games have so much to offer. There is still hope that it is not just money grabbing time waster. I recommend to play it very much. If you love games that gives you experience and not just time killers you will be satisfied.… Expand
  3. Father_death
    Mar 24, 2018
    10
    I've played hundreds of games and watched hundreds of movies and not a single one of them has brought me to tears, I don't know what about this game there is but the ending made us both shed a tear. This game may be full of cliches, but they are for comedy, the people that say the game has bad writing are dead wrong. This is the best co-op game I've ever played, I never felt board andI've played hundreds of games and watched hundreds of movies and not a single one of them has brought me to tears, I don't know what about this game there is but the ending made us both shed a tear. This game may be full of cliches, but they are for comedy, the people that say the game has bad writing are dead wrong. This is the best co-op game I've ever played, I never felt board and there where new things every time, on-top of that fun little mini-games and lots of good dialogue. For 30 dollars and getting a copy for you and a friend, its **** worth it, buy this game and play it completely, it is worth 60 dollars not 30.… Expand
  4. dangler11
    Mar 26, 2018
    10
    What a fantastic game. It starts off a little slow but by the end my friend and I were blown away. No it's not perfect but that ending will have you thinking about this game for a while.
  5. Drealgrin
    Mar 29, 2018
    10
    The ending was solid, **** solid. The game was fun, the hospital scene was **** awesome. Don't hesitate playing this game, anyone who votes this below an 8 is literally friendless and couldn't play it if they wanted to.
  6. CartoonAK
    Oct 12, 2019
    10
    Without spoiling anything: played in couch coop, this game does something that no other medium could.
  7. The_Seaman_
    Mar 25, 2018
    10
    I loved every second, every button press of this game!

    Me and my girlfriend played it in one go, we were unable to put the controller down. Gameplay keeps you playing very smooth, visual very impressive with amazing locations, character design and the story keeps you there for wanting to know more about the amazing main and side characters. More splitscreen games like this please.    I loved every second, every button press of this game!

    Me and my girlfriend played it in one go, we were unable to put the controller down.

    Gameplay keeps you playing very smooth, visual very impressive with amazing locations, character design and the story keeps you there for wanting to know more about the amazing main and side characters.

    More splitscreen games like this please.
    Hazelight has proven they are a small studio with talent like a Triple A studio without all the **** attached to triple A!    … Expand
  8. Theros
    Mar 25, 2018
    10
    And I quote:
    "F*CK THE OSCARS!" (J. Fares of "Hazelight").
    For the people who still care about heart, soul and passion. And I still can hear the tune of "Winged Hope". It still gives me chills and a sad, but satisfied smile. Hugs.
    I wish a brightest future for You, people of "Hazelight"!
  9. scruffy_77
    Mar 28, 2018
    10
    A true gem of a game! I have never played anything like this before - but once I had started I realised how great this was going to be. The story was immersive, emotional and well paced. A truly fantastic game in every manner.
  10. filip92
    Jul 9, 2022
    10
    I enjoyed every single second of this game when i played it. It never gets boring, not one mission is the same, lot of imagination is used in making this game. A true gem.
  11. Johnsayegh
    Mar 23, 2018
    10
    best game!!!!!!! everrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr
    best adventure everrrrrrrrrrr
  12. lfcakewalk
    May 7, 2018
    10
    A great game. And it is really helpful for people to cooperate. After several hours playing , now my wife can help me to pee when I am holding my baby with both hands.
  13. Jacob_D
    Mar 25, 2018
    10
    Amazing co-op experience that you should play with someone you know you can have fun with. The story is deeper than expected, but don't let that take away from screwing around and having some lighthearted fun with the awkward animations and freedom to walk into your partners cutsene. The game is simply a ton of fun, and every activity you do feels fresh and enjoyable, apart from stiffAmazing co-op experience that you should play with someone you know you can have fun with. The story is deeper than expected, but don't let that take away from screwing around and having some lighthearted fun with the awkward animations and freedom to walk into your partners cutsene. The game is simply a ton of fun, and every activity you do feels fresh and enjoyable, apart from stiff shooting controls, that take a little getting used to, but can still be satisfying. The co-op missions are a lot of fun, and require the best mix of planning and coordination that I've felt since GTA Online Heists. There are crazy cinematic parts that feel better choreographed then top budget movies and shows, that feel amazing paired with the varied, exciting soundtrack. All I can say about the ending is that it is amazingly incredible, and dives into the story way more than I could have expected.… Expand
  14. LBENAM
    Apr 21, 2018
    10
    My friend and were really looking forward to this game finally a full co-op experience that requires both us to succeed. A way out was entertaining and longer than i expected it to be, the story made sense and was never predicable and never repetitive. The plot twist at the end though I never expected. For price point this game is extremely good value and the fact you only needed one copyMy friend and were really looking forward to this game finally a full co-op experience that requires both us to succeed. A way out was entertaining and longer than i expected it to be, the story made sense and was never predicable and never repetitive. The plot twist at the end though I never expected. For price point this game is extremely good value and the fact you only needed one copy for 2 people to play co-op online just added even more value to it.… Expand
  15. MrStewpidity
    Apr 3, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Fantastic Game, I could even call it a work of art, considering it was made by a indie company. The gameplay is fantastic, people complain about this game having quick time events however I can say with great relief that it only occurs in the beginning of the game for very limited amounts of time. One thing I absolutely Love is the diversity of gameplay. From stealth, to gun blazing action (which might I add feels about as good as GTAs), to hospital chases, this is one of the games highlights. In my opinion this games only flaw is that when two players are having dialogue at the same time, One is louder than the other and drowns the other out, this was of course made to make it more realistic than one pausing and waiting for the other to finish, but I didn’t appreciate it much. Summary: Easily a nominee for my game of the year.… Expand
  16. WatermelonHelen
    Apr 8, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I was kept in suspense the entire time. I like how it was a true co-op game where the actions of one actually affected the other. It was especially interesting to see the plot twist with both endings, and I'm glad that neither were perfect and cheerful. A game does not need a happy ending in order to be good, and this certainly proved it.

    The voice acting was phenomenal.
    The plot was unexpected.
    I appreciated the graphics.
    And the fact that there are a few moments for fun and games between all the danger, was a nice touch for a cool down.

    Totally recommend this for anyone wishing to hang out with a friend, and get a good story at the same time.    … Expand
  17. GustavoCOD
    Jan 29, 2021
    10
    A beautiful and amazing game! And the ending...
    Very, very emotional! I love it
  18. beewarrior
    Mar 23, 2018
    10
    One of the best games I have ever played...

    I'm a huge fan of Prison Break series, and this game... OMG... just amazing!

    But I just don't understand why the f*k did they say there is no plan to release a DLC for this?!

    We really need more games like this... bringing friends closer together
  19. slinedberg
    Mar 23, 2018
    10
    Really think this is a one of a kind game. So fun and so engaging. Play with a friend!
  20. Anton_Kasyanov
    Mar 23, 2018
    10
    The game is beautiful! Great storytelling, great optimization, the characters are well spelled out! The best game to play on one screen with a friend! I recommend it to buy, there should be more such games! Thanks to the developers of the game. 12 out of 10!
  21. Yana_Kasyanova
    Mar 23, 2018
    10
    So this unmatched "A way out" came out. The first for a long time, a quality game for two on one screen. Forty minutes and I'm already in nirvana. I think this will be a great adventure.
  22. zMattyPower
    Mar 23, 2018
    10
    This is the first game that I review, but i can say that this and I say THIS game IS the best game that I played so far, from the story, the co-op, the art style and the mini games or even talk with every character is good in this game! I can only recommend this game!
  23. tefanga
    Mar 23, 2018
    10
    Great game, we love coop!

    If you are looking for a partner, check out our A Way Out Facebook Comunity.

    Seek for:
    A Way Out - Community (All platforms)

    Greetings
  24. TheRipper
    Mar 23, 2018
    10
    Man nowadays you are allowed to be cautious when it comes to video games. You don't have to worry about "A way out". I don't remember having so much fun ever since Mario Party games. I played on one TV shared with friend and we had an awesome time. Story is interesting and has lots of competitive activities to play with your partner. Both characters have a very distinctive way of seeingMan nowadays you are allowed to be cautious when it comes to video games. You don't have to worry about "A way out". I don't remember having so much fun ever since Mario Party games. I played on one TV shared with friend and we had an awesome time. Story is interesting and has lots of competitive activities to play with your partner. Both characters have a very distinctive way of seeing things and everything reacts differently to each character. In overall this game made me feel something I hadn't felt while playing a game in a while. The only negative thing I found annoying is when both characters engage in a conversation at the same time, one of the dialogue fades to the background but other than that, thank you to everyone who made this game. Looks good, interesting story telling, great cooperative and competitive activities, gameplay feels solid and great price. Seriously get it if you have a friend to play with.… Expand
  25. JCLDA_14
    Mar 24, 2018
    10
    Maybe is the best coop that I played in my life. Nowadays all games make you to play online and tear away de joy of playing with friends in the same console, but this game makes that you want to go to your friend's house and play it together.

    All about this game is perfect.
  26. jokii
    Mar 23, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. well, I found this game fantastic, I got attached to the character I played (Leo) and the character my friend played. it felt like it was me and him in the game which made the ending even harder and more emotional. SPOILER!!!!!!!!!!! when it came to the end I had a really hard choice in my head, one part of me didn't wanna kill Vincent but the other part did not want to kill him due to being my friend an all the things we went through. So I really liked the ending but at the same time not.… Expand
  27. RayEvans
    Mar 24, 2018
    10
    It's just magical. Since the days of HeavyRain, I have not experienced such powerful emotions. A pure diamond in the world of game design. Amazing opportunity to share emotions in co-op. 12/10 Thank you for such a unique game! Bravo! With love from Russia
  28. kongdub
    Mar 24, 2018
    10
    Nice places, amazing camera movements, top notch editing and last but not least fun activities in every area. Hazelight Studios has set a new precedent in coop experiences.
  29. ondah
    Mar 25, 2018
    10
    I love this game so much in particularly the end. I propose to all people to play it
  30. XIT_SHOT
    Mar 25, 2018
    10
    Очень крутая игра классный сюжет тронула до слез (я не шучу). В этой игре главное слаженность и работа в команде потому что бы один ты эту игру не прошел. И очень классный, трогательный саундтрек. 100/10 моя оценка (меня очень сложно тронуть поэтому 100/10 я плакал как сучка а в последний раз плакал только 7 лет назад)Очень крутая игра классный сюжет тронула до слез (я не шучу). В этой игре главное слаженность и работа в команде потому что бы один ты эту игру не прошел. И очень классный, трогательный саундтрек. 100/10 моя оценка (меня очень сложно тронуть поэтому 100/10 я плакал как сучка а в последний раз плакал только 7 лет назад)
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 62 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 47 out of 62
  2. Mixed: 14 out of 62
  3. Negative: 1 out of 62
  1. Jeuxvideo.com
    Jun 6, 2018
    75
    Thanks to its purely co-op gameplay, A Way Out is a beautiful experience, which heavily involves both players throughout the adventure.
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  2. CD-Action
    Jun 5, 2018
    90
    We need more games like A Way Out. Josef Fares’ new title is not only one of the best interactive movies ever made, it also understands and executes co-op exceptionally well and shows how much potential lies in the AA segment. [05/2018, p.53]
  3. Cubed3
    May 21, 2018
    80
    With attention to detail within every nook and cranny, watching how their two stories diverge and converge at integral moments of the game is a fascinating experience that needs to be played through twice. Playing as both Leo and Vince will offer two unique story paths, as they both have different roles in solving puzzles, while narrative-forks provide a Choose-Your-Own-Adventure element to the story.
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