Apotheon

 PlayStation 4
Metascore
76

Generally favorable reviews - based on 26 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 19 out of 26
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 26
  3. Negative: 0 out of 26
  1. DarkZero
    Mar 19, 2015
    70
    To summarize, Apotheon is a fairly good game, but I feel more could have been added, and certain aspects certainly could have been handled better than they were upon the game’s port to a console.
  2. Eurogamer Italy
    Mar 5, 2015
    70
    Despite some minor issues, Apotheon is a good bidimensional platform with small metroidvania elements, capable of capturing the player in an incredible, stylish world.
  3. Eurogamer Poland
    Feb 10, 2015
    70
    Apotheon offers a unique graphical style and an interesting, non-linear adventure. However, imperfect controls can be off-putting for less patient players, especially in dexterity-demanding sections.
  5. Gamer.nl
    Feb 25, 2015
    65
    Apotheon has a surprisingly strong style and the levels are interesting. It is such a pity this game is sickened by loads of bugs. Plus, the controls feel a bit too loose, which keeps the fights from getting any depth.
  6. Playstation Official Magazine UK
    Apr 22, 2015
    60
    Strikingly handsome and fun for a while, Apotheon's scrappy combat and awkward controls spoil its atmosphere, costing in a place among the action-platformer elite. [Apr 2015, p.94]
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  7. Gamestyle
    Feb 19, 2015
    60
    Crashes, glitches, bugs and constant below-par combat manage to undermine the gorgeous art style.
  8. Hardcore Gamer
    Feb 5, 2015
    60
    Deep in personality, but shallow in mechanics, Apotheon is a classic case of style over substance.

Awards & Rankings

88
#88 Best PS4 Game of 2015
70
#70 Most Discussed PS4 Game of 2015

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User Score
7.3

Mixed or average reviews- based on 254 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 136 out of 254
  2. Mixed: 95 out of 254
  3. Negative: 23 out of 254
  1. Makaveli
    Feb 3, 2015
    9
    Game kind of reminds me of a 2D Dark Souls mostly because of the stamina bar.. You must defeat gods and acquire their powers a la God ofGame kind of reminds me of a 2D Dark Souls mostly because of the stamina bar.. You must defeat gods and acquire their powers a la God of War... You get a bunch of different weapons like spears,swords,bombs,bows etc... weapons break fast so you are constantly picking up weapons through the journey.. You can upgrade your armor,weapons and you can also repair your armor with repair kits.
    I'm not sure how long the game is as I have not beaten it yet. I'm almost done though.

    It's a fun game, give it a shot...    … Full Review »
  2. hb1209
    Feb 4, 2015
    10
    Dis game is beast! amazing atmosphere, music, design, gameplay, story.
    For me its 2D Dark Souls mixed with ancient greece
    absolutely    Dis game is beast! amazing atmosphere, music, design, gameplay, story.
    For me its 2D Dark Souls mixed with ancient greece
    absolutely beautiful indiegame.
    for me its the ps+ game of the month and even better then transistor.
    trust me and play this game, its amazing.    … Full Review »
  3. chadflowers
    Feb 4, 2015
    9
    Apotheon is a MetroidVania styled game with the look of Greek Pottery painting. This game does everything right. It has tight platforming,Apotheon is a MetroidVania styled game with the look of Greek Pottery painting. This game does everything right. It has tight platforming, expansive levels, gorgeous atmosphere, extremely detailed graphics and not to mention the unforgiving combat. Something I found very frustrating with the game was the inventory. The inventory, while vast, won't let you sell unused weapons back to merchants to use that money towards more useful items. You face Greek Gods such as Apollo, Ares, Athena, Hades, etc..

    There's not much about Apotheon, other than the non-sell able inventory, that I can complain about. It's a truly wonderful and enjoyable experience. Yet another fantastic game to start off 2015 with a BANG!    … Full Review »
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