Beyond: Two Souls

 PlayStation 4
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7.9

Generally favorable reviews- based on 1288 Ratings

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  1. Sonicfishcake42
    Jan 12, 2016
    8
    I've played this game for a number of hours, I believe I'm close to finishing it however the shuffled order of events eliminates any educated guess for a speculative assumption. I started the game in it's native form and did not chose the chronological sequence which I now regret. The game is rather immersive however the constant flip in gameplay and timeline unfortunately dampensI've played this game for a number of hours, I believe I'm close to finishing it however the shuffled order of events eliminates any educated guess for a speculative assumption. I started the game in it's native form and did not chose the chronological sequence which I now regret. The game is rather immersive however the constant flip in gameplay and timeline unfortunately dampens immersion. This is not affecting my score as chronological mode can be selected. This game is very unique and I've not played anything like it to date. There are some absolutely groundbreaking sequences and some frustrating ones also however the pros outweigh the cons. I'd recommend playing this game for lovers of story dominating games.… Expand
  2. Guin2514
    Dec 15, 2015
    8
    The Pros
    - Great Story
    - Good Visuals - Great Actors The Cons - Lack of multiple choice answers for some questions Beyond two souls remastered is just as good if not better than the original game thanks to chronological order it makes it so much easier to be immersed into the story of the main character Jodie. Great actors like Willem Dafoe and Ellen Page nail their roles    The Pros
    - Great Story
    - Good Visuals
    - Great Actors

    The Cons
    - Lack of multiple choice answers for some questions

    Beyond two souls remastered is just as good if not better than the original game thanks to chronological order it makes it so much easier to be immersed into the story of the main character Jodie.

    Great actors like Willem Dafoe and Ellen Page nail their roles perfectly the game makes you want to play it straight from start to finish without any breaks in between.

    Its nice and simple to get around each level to you never really feel lost during game play .

    I would definitely recommend picking this game up and playing it    … Expand
  3. miccael
    May 3, 2020
    8
    I played this game just recently (I know, right?) and wanted to share my opinions.I got it for free through PS+, so thank you Sony for that. The good things: Story (Remixed version), Graphics/visuals for 2013 year. The bad things: camera and controls, I hate the "drunk cam" or action-cam in many of scenes, completely unnecessary and should have had an option to be turned off in settings.I played this game just recently (I know, right?) and wanted to share my opinions.I got it for free through PS+, so thank you Sony for that. The good things: Story (Remixed version), Graphics/visuals for 2013 year. The bad things: camera and controls, I hate the "drunk cam" or action-cam in many of scenes, completely unnecessary and should have had an option to be turned off in settings. Another downside is the LACK of settings. You dont have any quality/accessibility or disability controls, you cannot change anything gameplay related apart from "i never played/i played video games before" option, which is not helpful.
    Otherwise story is good, I did not like the "jumping timelines" aspect at all, it did not feel better than remixed version which is chronological. Cool game, hope to see more of it in future.    … Expand
  4. Tellus12
    May 31, 2019
    8
    I originally played this game on the ps3 affter Heavy Rain and was apprehensive this would be a flop in comparison. Despite a slow start, it never ceased to surprise me at how it held up. It's not quite as good as Heavy Rain in my opinion, but takes a whole new outlook on story and direction, adding a supernatrual element of a 2nd soul being attached to your character the whole way. ThisI originally played this game on the ps3 affter Heavy Rain and was apprehensive this would be a flop in comparison. Despite a slow start, it never ceased to surprise me at how it held up. It's not quite as good as Heavy Rain in my opinion, but takes a whole new outlook on story and direction, adding a supernatrual element of a 2nd soul being attached to your character the whole way. This proves for some interesting breakout, puzzle, negotiation and sabotage sequences to be implanted. Jodie Holmes is the likeable protagonist as your live through her pain as a lab experiment. As she grows, she becomes angry and breaks out on a journey to find herself. It has several layers of metaphorical meanings to each chapter of her story, but ends with an ultimate goal that doesn't disappoint, albeit with a few cheesy moments that can be forgiven. The control is a little awkward in places but the stories of people she comes across make this a highly enjoyable game in the storytelling/point and click/narrative style game genre. There are also many touching moments which not only effect the games outcome and character endings, but questions the morals of the player as to how much control they actually have over fate. Heavy Rain's hunt for a killer is contrasted here almost as well with a 'who can you trust?' theme in Beyond: Two Souls.… Expand
  5. CoreGamer1408
    Aug 26, 2018
    8
    It is what it is basically an interactive movie with very minimalistic game play. I got to watch a little girl grow up to be a strong women against all odds. Facing many a trial and tribulation. It was both tragic and heart warming to watch at the same time. Considering not much gameplay to game on I still really enjoyed this type of cinematic style experience a lot. Unlike Heavy Rain itIt is what it is basically an interactive movie with very minimalistic game play. I got to watch a little girl grow up to be a strong women against all odds. Facing many a trial and tribulation. It was both tragic and heart warming to watch at the same time. Considering not much gameplay to game on I still really enjoyed this type of cinematic style experience a lot. Unlike Heavy Rain it did not put me to sleep, but kept me intensely awake from start to finish. Plus it is not as cheesy/hoaky as Until Dawn.… Expand
  6. DrummBumm
    Aug 14, 2018
    8
    I thought this was a really good game! I must admit there were some dull moments doing mundane tasks that seem annoyingly unnecessary. But if you're into games like heavy rain/detroit or even tell tale type games this one is up your alley. *SPOILER* The story reminded me a lot of Stranger Things in many, many ways. Which was cool but also a repetitive experience in that sense. The graphicsI thought this was a really good game! I must admit there were some dull moments doing mundane tasks that seem annoyingly unnecessary. But if you're into games like heavy rain/detroit or even tell tale type games this one is up your alley. *SPOILER* The story reminded me a lot of Stranger Things in many, many ways. Which was cool but also a repetitive experience in that sense. The graphics were great, and so was the acting. The only downside I thought was that it was a couple hours too long and the ending was a little ridiculous but hey, its a sci-fi/supernatural thriller game what do you expect? Very good game!… Expand
  7. JordiSkateIoko
    Dec 24, 2018
    8
    Playing in original order may confuse you but at the end you understand everything. Great story but some chapters may be autofilled to prolongue the duration of the game.
  8. torreto986
    May 24, 2018
    8
    juego me lo pasado ahora me parece buen juego estos juego si te gusta las películas te va gusta no muere nunca no es muy largo va principio va muy alto pero después baja bastante me lo pasado bien con juego
  9. El_Manco
    May 20, 2018
    8
    Otro juego de Quantic dream, con todas las consecuencias que esto conlleva. Personalmente, me gustó más que Heavy Rain, pero en cualquier caso, desde Fahrenheit, sigo cayendo una y otra vez en la trampa de David Cage... lógicamente, compraré "Detroit Become Human".
  10. xXClutchDutchXx
    Jan 12, 2020
    8
    I originally started the score for this game at an 8, as it's some of the best voice acting(if not the best) I've seen in a video game with graphics before it's time and still wholes up to today. The story starts off strong and holds firm through almost half the game. It keeps you motivated for the next step which is crazy considering its 75% story and 25% gameplay. This starts to fallI originally started the score for this game at an 8, as it's some of the best voice acting(if not the best) I've seen in a video game with graphics before it's time and still wholes up to today. The story starts off strong and holds firm through almost half the game. It keeps you motivated for the next step which is crazy considering its 75% story and 25% gameplay. This starts to fall 3/4th the way through the game as you run into people you don't care for(even tho the voice acting is still top knotch). This brings the game down to a 7. Once you reach the ending it doesn't matter tho because the multiple endings you discover bring it back to an 8. This is done even tho by the end of it you start to feel retreated ground.… Expand
  11. Mankoloff
    Dec 24, 2018
    8
    Trama muy interesante que te puede sacar risas, tristesa hasta miedo o suspenso con algunos personajes interesantes pero muchos otros
    olvidables (8.5)
    Jugabilidad muy simple por lo que es dificil calificarla pero cumple bien su funcion asi que es justo un (7) Buena banda sonora que funciona bien en varios momentos y buen sonido aunque no lo considero la gran cosa (8.5)    Trama muy interesante que te puede sacar risas, tristesa hasta miedo o suspenso con algunos personajes interesantes pero muchos otros
    olvidables (8.5)

    Jugabilidad muy simple por lo que es dificil calificarla pero cumple bien su funcion asi que es justo un (7)

    Buena banda sonora que funciona bien en varios momentos y buen sonido aunque no lo considero la gran cosa (8.5)

    Graficamente hermoso con buen realismo e iluminacion y fisicas fluidas buenos diseños de escenrios peri IA no muy trabajada
    (8.5)    … Expand
  12. iMustang
    May 1, 2019
    8
    I loved this almost as much as Heavy Rain. I loved following this character on her journey through struggles of dealing with supernatural entities especially since I'm a sucker for paranormal stories. While there weren't as many lovable characters in this game for me as Heavy Rain had, the ones I did love really stood out to me and left a lasting impression. The game was also an intenseI loved this almost as much as Heavy Rain. I loved following this character on her journey through struggles of dealing with supernatural entities especially since I'm a sucker for paranormal stories. While there weren't as many lovable characters in this game for me as Heavy Rain had, the ones I did love really stood out to me and left a lasting impression. The game was also an intense experience with a masterful soundtrack, a much improved control scheme, and parts that felt a lot less streamlined and more explorative. If you loved Heavy Rain and haven't played this one yet, don't skip over it. It's a solid journey from beginning to end.… Expand
  13. LucaCritics
    Nov 17, 2020
    8
    Beyond Two Souls Review: 7.5/10
    Playing it in chronological order made the difference.
    Incredible actors, unique story and characters and well accepted two players mode!
  14. New_Horizons10
    Aug 7, 2019
    8
    Beyond: Two Souls non è certo il miglior gioco della Quantic Dream, tuttavia lo stile della software house risulta essere molto marcato e il gioco è ricco di momenti cupi e drammatici. La trama non è delle più geniali, ma il modo in cui viene narrata (in pieno stile David Cage), rende il tutto appassionante e coinvolgente. È da dire che non è un gioco come un altro e che quindi NON deveBeyond: Two Souls non è certo il miglior gioco della Quantic Dream, tuttavia lo stile della software house risulta essere molto marcato e il gioco è ricco di momenti cupi e drammatici. La trama non è delle più geniali, ma il modo in cui viene narrata (in pieno stile David Cage), rende il tutto appassionante e coinvolgente. È da dire che non è un gioco come un altro e che quindi NON deve essere acquistato se non si va molto d’accordo con questo genere: Beyond è infatti riservato solo a coloro che hanno familiarità con i giochi narrativi e che vi sono appassionati, oltre che alle persone che in un videogioco vedono più di un semplice modo per divertirsi. Tutte le opere della Quantic Dream mirano a più di questo, come anche David Cage stesso ha dichiarato, perciò devono essere prese in considerazione in un certo modo senza paragonarle troppo ad altri prodotti della stessa categoria. In ogni caso, l’intero gioco sembra essere ben gestito dal punto di vista narrativo, e l’interpretazione dei personaggi da parte degli attori è di alto livello e proporzionata al loro grado di esperienza e fama. Parliamoci chiaro: nessuno acquisterebbe mai un gioco solo per la presenza di attori famosi (almeno si spera), e inoltre, mentre Beyond rappresenta l’apice negativo della software house, Detroit: Become Human rappresenta quello positivo, sebbene in quest’ultimo non fossero presenti attori di un certo spessore (ad eccezione di Jesse Williams e Clancy Brown che in ogni caso non sono paragonabili a Willem Dafoe o a Ellen Page). Questo per dire che, al contrario di come molti pensano, la presenza di personaggi famosi all’interno di giochi, film o serie TV non è garanzia di qualità. Per quanto riguarda invece il gameplay, i giocatori si sono lamentati di due cose in particolare: la sua generale povertà e la difficoltà del controllo del personaggio. Nel primo caso si tratta di una critica priva di senso, in quanto ciò che la gente intende comunemente per gameplay non può in alcun modo essere qui presente nella stessa maniera in cui lo è negli altri tipi di videogiochi. Inoltre, quando si parla di gameplay nei giochi di narrativa (non solo della Quantic Dream), le persone dimenticano o, nella maggior parte dei casi, fanno finta di dimenticare il fatto che in questi ultimi è possibile plasmare la storia a proprio piacimento attraverso un sistema di scelte (spesso anche molto complesso) in decine, se non (in certi casi) centinaia di modi diversi. QUELLO è il gameplay di questi giochi, spesso ignorato di proposito dalle persone in maniera tale da trovare un pretesto per criticare e a volte insultare un gioco che semplicemente non gli va a genio. Nel secondo caso, invece, (la difficoltà di controllo del personaggio) è semplicemente un’affermazione falsa. Probabilmente coloro che dicono una cosa del genere sono giocatori alle prime armi che stanno ancora prendendo confidenza con il controller, oppure semplicemente persone non tagliate per il suo utilizzo (persone che guardano il joystick per cercare un tasto prima di premerlo, per capirci). Un videogiocatore medio non dovrebbe avere problemi a pilotare un personaggio in Heavy Rain, Beyond o Detroit, e tutti i miei conoscenti con cui ho discusso del gioco non sono incappati in simili complicanze, indi per cui una critica tale risulta piuttosto bizzarra e ingiustificata. Un’altra critica che viene mossa è quella del costante maltempo nel corso degli eventi della trama. Questo sì, è vero, tuttavia apprezzo pienamente la scelta e non capisco come tutti coloro che vi hanno giocato possano non fare lo stesso. Quello che intendo è che, essendo l’intero gioco (anche nei momenti meno drammatici) “ricoperto” da un’atmosfera di costante malinconia e tristezza, non poteva certo essere inserito un clima solare, felice e spensierato. Il meteo è fondamentale per la caratterizzazione di momenti, ambienti e stile narrativo, e un cielo sereno e luminoso non avrebbe certo accompagnato in maniera corretta la storia, perlopiù caratterizzata da toni gravi e cupi. Anche questa, quindi, è una critica che si sarebbe potuta evitare. In ogni caso si parla di un gran gioco e il consiglio che vi do è quello di non ascoltare tutte le critiche che vengono mosse nei suoi confronti (nella maggior parte dei casi derivanti da un’odio incondizionato e ingiustificato nei confronti di David Cage). Semplicemente, tenete conto di ciò che il gioco è, e se sembra interessarvi provatelo. Assegno un’8 perché, sebbene è un gioco che ho gradito molto, non mi ha spinto a completarlo per più di 2 volte.… Expand
  15. preVasio
    Sep 15, 2019
    8
    After playing Heavy Rain, Beyond: Two Souls was kind of a dissapointment for me at first. It takes
    a different approach to storytelling than it's predecessor. When playing and making decisions you kinda feel forced by the game onto a certain path (especially with romance). Even though I found myself not liking some of the characters, I grew some sympathy for them after completing the game    After playing Heavy Rain, Beyond: Two Souls was kind of a dissapointment for me at first. It takes
    a different approach to storytelling than it's predecessor. When playing and making decisions you kinda feel forced by the game onto a certain path (especially with romance). Even though I found myself not liking some of the characters, I grew some sympathy for them after completing the game few times and getting the platinum trophy. The ending teases us with some kind of sequel, but it seems it's never going to happen after fan dissapointment with this title.

    Conclusion:
    > interesting story in an alternative world where humanity makes contact with different kind of entities
    > nice action scenes in QTE style gameplay
    > high quality soundtrack (especially during action scenes)
    > next generation graphics for that era, in particular great character models (based on real actors)
    > mostly meaningless choices, sometimes they are even ignored by the next chapters (which is a very big downgrade from great branching paths in Heavy Rain)    … Expand
  16. bigheadmk
    Jun 25, 2020
    8
    I had very low expectations for this game, but I was surprised in a very positive way. I finished it in less than 72 hours, it was an interesting experience, the story is cool.
  17. rwncop
    Nov 28, 2020
    8
    Beyond Two Souls is a masterpiece in storytelling and visuals, keeping me hooked throughout.

    The story was gripping from the very start. I was interested to find that the original cut was a non-linear route, but as the story developed it made more sense. The player does have the option to play it linear but honestly I would recommend the original route. Ellen Page and Willem Dafoe are    Beyond Two Souls is a masterpiece in storytelling and visuals, keeping me hooked throughout.

    The story was gripping from the very start. I was interested to find that the original cut was a non-linear route, but as the story developed it made more sense. The player does have the option to play it linear but honestly I would recommend the original route. Ellen Page and Willem Dafoe are the star characters playing their roles amazingly. I'm going to put it out there and say this is Page's best role, she is honestly amazing in this. The non-linear route doesn't really have that standard story structure, however it's a great way for us to learn about the characters and build up emotional relationships with them. Story choices are a key feature in this and you decisions will impact different aspects of the story. At the end I realised that I had built up relationships with the characters wanting to spend more time with them.

    Don't expect nothing revolutionary with the gameplay as it's your standard quick time event. However, this doesn't really remove anything from the experience as this was the type of gameplay I was expecting. However, sometimes it did get frustrating. The slow motion quick time events in combat got annoying. You have to move the analog stick in the direction of the motion to block or attack. However, it would be hard to pick the direction where there was more than one motion. This often resulted in me getting injured but had an interesting impact on the story. One aspect of the gameplay I really loved was the stealth, I didn't expect gameplay like this. The action sequences did give you that adrenaline rush though, even though it was just quick time events. You know in the back of your mind that one bad move could alter the story and characters.

    The visuals looked great on the PS4, I'm unsure what they looked like on the 3 but obviously not as good. Each location you visit looks really good and highly detailed, adding to the immersion and realism. There were a few lighting glitches but you'd really need to have a sharp eye to catch them.

    I believe Hans Zimmer did the soundtrack and it was as beautiful as the visuals. The music perfectly captured the emotion, even making me tear up at a point in the story. When there was action there is music to match the scene, heightening the immersion even more.

    This is a must play game, and with it receiving a PC port you have no excuse not to. If you're looking for something fast-paced every second then this probably isn't for you. However if you're looking for a game with an amazing story, characters, visuals and music, this IS for you.    … Expand
  18. Raverin
    Mar 27, 2021
    8
    If do you like playing an interactive movie you must play this! I like it. Good story, excellent actors' performance, music.
  19. Eucaliptussss
    Jan 6, 2020
    8
    Una jugabilidad escasa en comparación a su descendiente detroit, aún así una historia increíble en los que hay mucha tensión. Muy recomendable para todo el mundo 8/10
  20. Tonarestriga
    Jun 28, 2020
    8
    I found this game looking in the catalog of games that can be downloaded through my PS membership. For the most part I did not have any issues with it but it was not a perfect game.

    Pros:great game play, excellent environments, well written characters, & excellent interaction as both main character & her friend. Cons:sub-par camera controls, sub-par rogue elements, and the main    I found this game looking in the catalog of games that can be downloaded through my PS membership. For the most part I did not have any issues with it but it was not a perfect game.

    Pros:great game play, excellent environments, well written characters, & excellent interaction as both main character & her friend.

    Cons:sub-par camera controls, sub-par rogue elements, and the main character is either crying or mad nearly the entire game really making it hard to like her, also way to reliant on QTE to progress the story.    … Expand
  21. DantuVuil
    Jun 26, 2020
    8
    Игра иногда просто бесит, такие моменты очень рушат впечатление от игры, но без таких моментов игра супер.
  22. Adriella01
    Feb 22, 2020
    8
    As this game is mostly about story and action is in the background, I liked the story and the many twists and endings within it.
  23. tk_248
    Jul 27, 2020
    8
    Как ненавидел Heavy Rain, так и полюбил Beyond Two Souls. Оказалось, упрощенная манипуляция и блокбастерский сюжет - то что нужно. Игра Эллен Пейдж достойна похвал, отчаяние в ее голосе пробирает.
  24. RiseOfLuis
    Jun 25, 2020
    8
    Entre todos los juegos de Quantic Dreams este el mas débil, debido a que las decisiones no afectan de manera directa a la historia. Sin embargo, tiene excelentes gráficos, incluso en la version de PS3. Muy buena historia y original, la música es perfecta y encaja perfecto en cada escena. Recomiendo este juego si te gustan los juegos interactivos, pero prefiero Detroit: Become Human oEntre todos los juegos de Quantic Dreams este el mas débil, debido a que las decisiones no afectan de manera directa a la historia. Sin embargo, tiene excelentes gráficos, incluso en la version de PS3. Muy buena historia y original, la música es perfecta y encaja perfecto en cada escena. Recomiendo este juego si te gustan los juegos interactivos, pero prefiero Detroit: Become Human o Until Dawn de SuperMassive Games.

    Among all the Quantic Dreams games this is the weakest, because the decisions do not directly affect the story. However, it has excellent graphics, even on the PS3 version. Very good and original story, the music is perfect and it fits perfectly in every scene. I recommend this game if you like interactive games, but I prefer Detroit: Become Human or Until Dawn by SuperMassive Games.    … Expand
  25. Toshirka
    Jun 28, 2020
    8
    Прошел на одном дыхании, не плохое кинцо, но есть много недочетов но они не как не мешают
  26. PoActsOfGenesis
    Nov 23, 2020
    8
    Played this on ps3 near the games launch date and was very excited to play it again. After 5 years the game still holds up very well graphically and in storytelling. I was again moved by jodie's rough and trying journey. The game has well developed characters, a great plot, and awesome soundtrack. It was one of the few games I've played that left me with a feeling of emptiness after it wasPlayed this on ps3 near the games launch date and was very excited to play it again. After 5 years the game still holds up very well graphically and in storytelling. I was again moved by jodie's rough and trying journey. The game has well developed characters, a great plot, and awesome soundtrack. It was one of the few games I've played that left me with a feeling of emptiness after it was done due to how attached I became with the characters and wanting to see them more.

    FINAL VERDICT: 8.5

    The only thing I can fault the game for is gameplay. Quick-time events can be confusing when you have to dodge or attack enemies with Jodie. Also interacting with objects is a bit awkward in regards to the controls.

    Besides the funky gameplay everything else the game has to offer is great! If you decide to play Beyond: Two Souls, which I hope you do, you'll get your enjoyment from the narrative aspect of the game.    … Expand
  27. Adriano023
    Jul 28, 2020
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I really like this story and the characters, but the war plot is not necessary.… Expand
  28. Sepidar77
    Feb 24, 2023
    8
    A wonderful game with a wonderful story and attractive characters, but a little nerve-wracking and sad
  29. TsundereEater
    Jul 1, 2020
    8
    My very 1st ps4 game and platinum trophy. Nothing special here but it is a good game that platinum trophy requires a lot of patience because you have to play 2 or more playthroughs to get the trophy.
  30. Dariya
    Aug 31, 2021
    8
    Summary:
    A fascinating mess!

    The Good:
    + Great Visuals.
    + Great premise.
    + Well- acted.
    + Lots of variety in tone and setting.
    + Makes use of Sixaxis and touchscreen controls.

    The Bad:
    - Disjointed plot.
    - Superficial choices.
    - Arbitrary limitations on ghost powers.
    - Lack of interactivity.
  31. RomulusReviews
    Jul 9, 2020
    8
    Beyond: Two Souls accomplishes the ultimate goal that it's game director set out to achieve. That was to tell a compelling story, that is also more interactive than the average game. Quantic Dreams not only gave us a compelling story with many branching paths and alternate endings, but also gave us interesting characters, who's voice actors and portrayals are knocked clean out of the ballBeyond: Two Souls accomplishes the ultimate goal that it's game director set out to achieve. That was to tell a compelling story, that is also more interactive than the average game. Quantic Dreams not only gave us a compelling story with many branching paths and alternate endings, but also gave us interesting characters, who's voice actors and portrayals are knocked clean out of the ball park. If you are a PlayStation owner than this is a must own game for your personal gaming library.… Expand
  32. DARU3108
    Jul 9, 2020
    8
    This game had a big emotional impact on me was a was younger, still very good.
  33. VolcanoRedux
    Aug 16, 2020
    8
    mediocre gameplay is supported by a terrific motion capture cast and a riveting storyline, complimented by various, equally compelling endings.
  34. Alkouzne
    Jul 22, 2020
    8
    Not as good as heavy rain and Detroit, but still a really great and enjoyable movie - game.
  35. mahdi91
    Jul 30, 2020
    8
    To me, this game was more like a nice movie with an engaging story rather than a game that counts on you interacting with it.
    On the positive side, the graphics and visuals are just beautiful, Ellen Page's acting is really great and the story is certainly good enough. On the flip side, the choices make very little difference in the way the story progresses, and the narrative could have    To me, this game was more like a nice movie with an engaging story rather than a game that counts on you interacting with it.
    On the positive side, the graphics and visuals are just beautiful, Ellen Page's acting is really great and the story is certainly good enough. On the flip side, the choices make very little difference in the way the story progresses, and the narrative could have been better. The jumps between different times in Jodie's life feel disjointed. Also, some chapters (like Navajo) seem a bit out of the place and corrupt the smoothness of the main story.
    I personally enjoyed going through this game but if you want to go for the best in this genre, Detroit become human offers a much better experience in every aspect.    … Expand
  36. lessacebola
    Sep 2, 2020
    8
    A história desse jogo é bem interessante, o fato dela não ser contada na ordem cronológica pode confundir um pouco, ainda assim da pra entendê-la. De resto nada a comentar.
  37. super_absorber
    Nov 1, 2020
    8
    Fun game with good story and good facial motion capture. Enjoyed it in around 12 hours.
  38. tensioly
    Jun 6, 2023
    8
    Este juego me ha gustado bastante. Me enganchó desde el principio y me ha parecido que tiene una historia mas o menos bien enlazada y sobre todo muy entretenida, con momentos de terror y momentos de felicidad. Haberlo jugado en desorden cronológico ha hecho que mi experiencia sea mucho mejor. Aun así este juego tiene sus carencias como la escasa jugabilidad o la mediocre narrativa deEste juego me ha gustado bastante. Me enganchó desde el principio y me ha parecido que tiene una historia mas o menos bien enlazada y sobre todo muy entretenida, con momentos de terror y momentos de felicidad. Haberlo jugado en desorden cronológico ha hecho que mi experiencia sea mucho mejor. Aun así este juego tiene sus carencias como la escasa jugabilidad o la mediocre narrativa de algunas partes. Técnicamente funciona bastante bien y lo recomiendo si quieres ver una "película interactiva". 7,7/10
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  39. Guados
    Jan 12, 2021
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. My top PS4/PS5 list
    1. Ghost of Tsushima 9,7/10
    2. God of War 9,5/10
    3. Other for TOP3 Meme    … Expand
  40. emreglbdk
    Jan 31, 2021
    8
    His story is very impressive. 2 people are enjoyable to play. graphics could be better.
  41. Ausama95
    Jan 9, 2023
    8
    Mirror's Edge Catalyst is a highly enjoyable action-adventure game featuring fluid parkour mechanics, an engaging story, and stunning visuals. It is a must-play for fans of the genre. but the story wasn't the greatest.
  42. Black_Knight_M
    Sep 24, 2021
    8
    This is my favourite game of all time, and an experience I will never forget.
  43. Felozity
    Dec 29, 2021
    8
    A great story and a great game in general. Only problem was the controls and sometimes the camera was a pain
  44. Mychaelwo
    Jul 16, 2022
    8
    Jogo muito bom, com personagens carismáticos, jogar em modo cronológico melhora a experiência em 200%, apenas a mêcanica de controle da alma causa bastante estranheza.
  45. Raziel72
    Aug 7, 2022
    8
    Интересный сюжет и необычный геймплей. Игра как бы поделена на разные отрезки жизни героя, ты проходишь ее путь и раскрываешь тайну своих суперспособностей
  46. Emolnv
    Jul 26, 2023
    8
    pretty good we need more movies games because they seem very epic with some gameplay
  47. JustinElliot
    Dec 2, 2015
    7
    a good rent. not as good as heavy rain which felt like it had way more paths to take. yes, this was a cool experience playing this game... but was i really happy that i redboxed it and didn't buy it? yes i was very happy.
  48. brockcheese
    Sep 14, 2018
    7
    This game is ok. Not as good as I remember. Oftentimes truly beautiful storytelling, but other times the frustrating gameplay and choppy narrative get in the way of an otherwise fun experience.
  49. gulich
    Nov 26, 2015
    7
    Adding chronological style to the game, solves my biggest complain for ps3 version. Because I just hated that shuffled storytelling: when you just started to feel immersed the game pulls you out and throws you to absolutely different place with no connection with previous. So thanks for that, David.
  50. chrisse989
    Jul 7, 2018
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I got this game from PS+, so I have no complaints about its price...
    Game has a few very fun sections (ambassade, Africa, homeless), but also a fair share of very boring/annoying segments which didn't add much to the game but almost had me give up out of boredom.
    Do not give up however, the last mission is quite a blast and a grand finale.
    The game encourages you to replay missions, but when there are so much tedious parts to replay, I'm not going to bother. It was a nice run though.    … Expand
  51. DeusXCom
    Nov 6, 2018
    7
    In these kind of low gameplay, story-driven games it's all about the quality of writing, is the story actually good enough to catch you and keep you playing. With Beyond it took some time before this effect kicks in, but especially in the second half it gets really good, I liked the story and I even started to like the main character. Not as good as Heavy Rain, but still impressive storyIn these kind of low gameplay, story-driven games it's all about the quality of writing, is the story actually good enough to catch you and keep you playing. With Beyond it took some time before this effect kicks in, but especially in the second half it gets really good, I liked the story and I even started to like the main character. Not as good as Heavy Rain, but still impressive story that's worth going through once. 7/10… Expand
  52. videogamefan64
    Jan 1, 2021
    7
    Beyond 2 souls is better and worse than its predecessor even tho its massively overshadowed by it. The acting is superb in comparison to heavy rain with Ellen paige giving a believable performance as jody the sole protagonist this time around allowing greater focus than any of heavy rains characters got. Willem dafoe and assistant stand out as supporting members and the rest are enjoyableBeyond 2 souls is better and worse than its predecessor even tho its massively overshadowed by it. The acting is superb in comparison to heavy rain with Ellen paige giving a believable performance as jody the sole protagonist this time around allowing greater focus than any of heavy rains characters got. Willem dafoe and assistant stand out as supporting members and the rest are enjoyable in there small parts. The story is told in a time line jumping fashion which keeps u guessing but also impacts how little impact your choices have until near the end as choices affect that chapter and not many others. The gameplay is also better with the only failing being the quicktime events without prompts being hard to judge. Aiden adds a lot to the gameplay and the puzzles involving him are the best gameplay sequences over the 2 games imo. There's one really long section about 3/4s through that feels overly long and out of place, even with the fact it leads to an important event after the fact. The story is interesting and enjoyable but the supernatural tale pales in comparison to the murder mystery in heavy rain but that's down to personal preference of genre. Overall I prefer heavy rain slightly but it's worth a playthrough… Expand
  53. leopoldo
    Dec 4, 2015
    7
    Beyond: Two Souls remastered is a good game of Ps4. The story of the game is very good and intriguing, but their system of choice is very simple, and that was the main focus of the game. The gameplay is simple, but not bad. Visually it's beautiful, but there is no difference in the version of the PS3; the soundtrack is also good. Overall, Beyound: Two Souls Remastered is a game with aBeyond: Two Souls remastered is a good game of Ps4. The story of the game is very good and intriguing, but their system of choice is very simple, and that was the main focus of the game. The gameplay is simple, but not bad. Visually it's beautiful, but there is no difference in the version of the PS3; the soundtrack is also good. Overall, Beyound: Two Souls Remastered is a game with a great story, but with a very simple choice system; the version of Ps4 is very beautiful, but does not have anything else. 7/10… Expand
  54. stephenwright97
    Jul 12, 2016
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Beyond: Two Souls is a well-refined, innovative art-form of a game, let down largely by its tired final third. Rather than responding to criticism of Heavy Rain (and for that matter, all of Quantic Dream's games) being little more than 'interactive movies', the developers took the idea and ran with it even further. If you liked Heavy Rain, it's likely that you'll enjoy Beyond for all the same reasons, and the same can be said for if you weren't a fan of the studio's previous attempt, as issues with fiddly controls remain, despite the generation-leap.

    Nevertheless, Beyond has its own identity and for the most part it handles it well. For a game based mostly on story, it's important that the actors get their performances right, and thankfully Ellen Page, Willem Dafoe and co. prove just why they are big industry names by delivering lines from the interesting script with wonderful conviction. The story really does feel intelligently written early on, but unfortunately it seems as though the writers ran out of ideas about two thirds of the way through and decided to resort to exhausted cliches such as the love interest sacrificing himself for the protagonist just before the finale.

    The game does a good job of giving you a variety of things to do, from riding a horse to piloting a submarine, besides the usual walking around. That said, the pacing also drifts off towards the end of the game, as an underwater section drags out for too long than I would have liked. I can't help but feel the if the plot was a bit more tight; perhaps a bit shorter, then the developers wouldn't have lost sight of what made the story so interesting and this could be one of the industry's claims to rival movie scriptwriting.

    As I said, story is the game's primary focus but you will be asked for some input in order to keep things ticking along. The interface is well designed, opting for a minimalist look that never feels intrusive or distracting, meanwhile the slow-mo fight scenes which ask you to move an analogue stick in the direction Jodie is moving require you to pay more attention to your character rather than simply following a QTE's instructions. It's a clever move, but doesn't stop the game from using a plethora of QTE's anyway.

    Beyond: Two Souls has a lot going for it. Almost every mission has multiple paths to play through, and it's always interesting to check your version against that of the rest of the world via the post-mission stats. This does encourage replayability, but Beyond could have been a lot more than what it ultimately turned out to be. With more time spent on tidying up the conclusion of the story, this could have been a masterpiece in video game storytelling, and with a refined control system to match the stellar amount of varying animations the protagonist is given, we could have had one of the most enjoyable games to play too. Instead, Beyond: Two Souls is still worth your time if you ever had a passing interest in its predecessor, but don't expect it to change your mind about the type of game it's going for.    … Expand
  55. ThiagoTG
    May 11, 2016
    7
    Beyond: Two Souls is a good game, but nothing more than that.

    Pros: - Good Story - The story is, for the most part, interesting and captivating. - Good Graphics - Great Soundtrack - Chronological Order - it makes the story a lot more interesting and easy to understand. Cons: - Limited Gameplay - Lack of important choices during the game Score: Gameplay: 6/10 Graphics: 8/10    Beyond: Two Souls is a good game, but nothing more than that.

    Pros:
    - Good Story - The story is, for the most part, interesting and captivating.
    - Good Graphics
    - Great Soundtrack
    - Chronological Order - it makes the story a lot more interesting and easy to understand.

    Cons:
    - Limited Gameplay
    - Lack of important choices during the game

    Score:
    Gameplay: 6/10
    Graphics: 8/10
    Story: 7/10
    Entertainment: 7/10    … Expand
  56. AKthaBeast
    May 17, 2018
    7
    I wanted to enjoy this game however the gameplay is clunky and made controlling Jodie a little bit annoying especially when you can't run and the movement speed is slow. The story is good and it was interesting in the way they told it...it might just be me but these games with minimal gameplay are getting played out imho especially with all the telltale games...
  57. BlitZeR_95
    Apr 28, 2018
    7
    A decent game. Not as good as Quantic Dream previous game (Heavy Rain) but it is still decent. Character design is spot on (10/10) but the story is mediocre which is the disappointing part of this game.
  58. Javichuck
    Sep 22, 2018
    7
    Película interactiva de Quantic Dreams. No se puede esperar mucho por tanto en cuanto a jugabilidad ya que lo que prima en este género es la historia. Gráficamente está muy bien, espectacular interpretación de los actores y gran labor de los desarrolladores al reflejarlo en el juego. La historia tiene una buena trama y personajes realmente carismáticos, hecho en falta cierta libertad enPelícula interactiva de Quantic Dreams. No se puede esperar mucho por tanto en cuanto a jugabilidad ya que lo que prima en este género es la historia. Gráficamente está muy bien, espectacular interpretación de los actores y gran labor de los desarrolladores al reflejarlo en el juego. La historia tiene una buena trama y personajes realmente carismáticos, hecho en falta cierta libertad en cuanto a las acciones que te permite tomar, las opciones están limitadas por el hilo narrativo que te quieren contar, pero aún así me ha gustado bastante. Las animaciones son una pasada, tienen mucho detalle y no se nota para nada la transición entre unas y otras. Por último, los controles son interesantes, es de las pocas desarrolladores que aprovechan todas las opciones que ofrece el dualshock 4, los quick time events están bien implementados y son bastante inmersivos si bien la parte en que controlamos a Eiden creo que se podría pulir algo más. Lo recomiendo si os gusta el género. Historia 7, Arte 9, Jugabilidad 7.… Expand
  59. DrFriendless
    May 15, 2018
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game is a technical achievement. There's not a hint of a bug, and it achieves what it set out to do magnificently. The problem is that what it set out to achieve is not particularly a game.

    The game has many great ideas - controlling Aiden is a good idea, and often a lot of fun. However way too often you're forced to search around for the one thing you're able to do. And also way to often the one thing you can do is blatantly obvious and completely uninteresting. The quicktime events are particularly dull, as it's not clear you can influence the story no matter what you do. So really the gameplay is just a particularly laborious way to watch a movie.

    I particularly objected to the combat. After snoozing for half ann hour helping Jodie through fascinating activities such as falling asleep, suddenly you've got to flick the joystick in some direction that's not really obvious, or else YOU FAIL and nothing much happens. Exactly what is the point? The stealth is similarly futile. The only sense of achievement I felt after these episodes was that I had endured them.

    The highlights of the game are when Aiden runs rampant. Many of the characters in the game are dislikeable, and terrifying them with Aiden is the only relief from them. However I was never allowed to dispose of Ryan like I wanted to. From the moment he met Jodie was an arrogant ass, and for the rest of her life he acted like he owned her. In the end, Jodie chose to go beyond to escape his suffocating grasp.

    Before I finish, I also want to **** about the camera. If you have a 3D world, give me a camera that can see it. Let me look where I need to look. Don't restrict my point of view. Way too many times I was dragging Jodie off on a kind of random trajectory because the camera wouldn't go to where I needed. This is either incompetent or vindictive game design, and is unforgivable. Uncharted was the last game which should have had that problem.

    In summary, "Beyond: Two Souls" has some pretty classy story telling, but is badly let down by insufferable characters, appalling camera control, and a misunderstanding about the nature of a game as distinct from a movie. I did play through it rather quickly, but as nothing much I did mattered that wasn't so difficult.

    I got "Beyond: Two Souls" as a free monthly download on PSPlus. When there is a new release from the same studio, I shall be wary of paying much for than that if they are going to deliver the same sort of content.    … Expand
  60. superpyro296
    Aug 9, 2020
    7
    I think this video game is interesting, especially for the beautiful and emotional story. In term of gameplay, it suffers like Heavy Rain. I would call this game more an immersive movie than a video game. I still had a good time with this game and the story is memorable.
  61. RipThememes0
    Nov 26, 2018
    7
    The weak counterpart of Heavy Rain, this game focuses on a more "teen-ish" story, very similar in fact to the TV series Stranger Things.
    The story is good in the first half, and gets much, much darker in the second half, albeit a lot more confusing.
    If you're undecided between this and HR, I would say Heavy Rain no doubt, no matter what kind of stories you're into. It's just much more    The weak counterpart of Heavy Rain, this game focuses on a more "teen-ish" story, very similar in fact to the TV series Stranger Things.
    The story is good in the first half, and gets much, much darker in the second half, albeit a lot more confusing.
    If you're undecided between this and HR, I would say Heavy Rain no doubt, no matter what kind of stories you're into. It's just much more refined where this game has a more purposefully confusing narrative.
    I wouldn't say it's a horror game, but it has its creepy moments, so look out for that.    … Expand
  62. BeboFett
    Jul 2, 2020
    7
    Another work by David Cage, which I couldn't play on his original console (PS3), so being able to try it out on PS4 was ideal.

    I didn't really have any expectations, I'd already heard that it wasn't the best title and that's how it was. It's not that it's a bad game, but its development, and parts of the story feel loose and without weight in the plot. An interesting premise that in    Another work by David Cage, which I couldn't play on his original console (PS3), so being able to try it out on PS4 was ideal.

    I didn't really have any expectations, I'd already heard that it wasn't the best title and that's how it was.

    It's not that it's a bad game, but its development, and parts of the story feel loose and without weight in the plot. An interesting premise that in the end is affected by these details. It doesn't leave a bad taste in the end, however it doesn't have the same weight as Heavy Rain did.

    By the way, the PS4 version is graphically beautiful.    … Expand
  63. trarantino
    Dec 29, 2018
    7
    Игра шидевр! Просто лучшая игра всех времён и народов. Какая графика, какой графон!
  64. YunusKat
    Mar 29, 2019
    7
    I was utterly excited about this one. After playing Heavy Rain I was into the whole butterfly effect and consequence in choice-based storytelling. I played the story like it was meant: jumping from one time period to another and so on. You see different chapters and have to link every chapter and event to itself. The only real downside to this game is the ending. I'm not going to spoil itI was utterly excited about this one. After playing Heavy Rain I was into the whole butterfly effect and consequence in choice-based storytelling. I played the story like it was meant: jumping from one time period to another and so on. You see different chapters and have to link every chapter and event to itself. The only real downside to this game is the ending. I'm not going to spoil it but at some point in the game, the story turns into something abstract and twisted. It brings up a deep philosophical question which ruins the story quite a bit in my opinion.… Expand
  65. Miguelbpaes
    Apr 14, 2023
    7
    Por um motivo imbecil posteriormente corrigido na versão de Playstation 4, Beyond Two Souls aposta em uma narrativa confusa, com memórias cruzadas que não seguem uma lógica específica. Além, por mais que as performances de Ellen Page e Willem Dafoe sejam memoráveis, a história tenta demais ser levada a sério, mas não consegue.

    Porém, os gráficos são completamente espetaculares.
  66. Felix_taskete
    Mar 4, 2020
    7
    Game is ok. You could have a good time while playing it. But there is really nothing special about it. Probably the weakest game from quanticdream. So, 7 out of 10.
  67. SanPedrich
    Nov 25, 2019
    7
    Good game.
    But too much drama,
    Not enough choise
    Whatever you do, doesnt effect the end too much:)
  68. virtualvince
    Jan 3, 2022
    7
    I had a decent time in this follow-up to Heavy Rain, a more expansive broader story with some cinematic thrills spliced in between some truly sluggish story beats, which become more onerous the more times you end up repeating the chapters (assuming you're going for that rare 100% platinum achievement as I did). Ellen Page played her role very well, a fine actress who I enjoyed in manyI had a decent time in this follow-up to Heavy Rain, a more expansive broader story with some cinematic thrills spliced in between some truly sluggish story beats, which become more onerous the more times you end up repeating the chapters (assuming you're going for that rare 100% platinum achievement as I did). Ellen Page played her role very well, a fine actress who I enjoyed in many things up to and including her recent much publicised transition to Elliot Page.

    Willem Dafoe is also excellent, in fact I'd suggest the performances in general were a step up from Heavy Rain. I would say on balance I still preferred the detective / kidnap story and characters of Heavy Rain a bit more, but I admire how completely different David Cage went with this game with its themes of loss, death, and spirituality compared to what came before, and would come after in Detroit Become Human, another very different story set in the future but some shared themes.

    The game gets a 7 on balance, as I found some of the pacing in this one debatable. The demand for 100% necessitates repeating some chapters that become more and more onerous to the detriment of the game, which I would rate a 5 for if I took those trophies into account which includes an entire re-run of the game in its 'duo' game mode (arghh) but ultimately would recommend to most people to give this game a try.    … Expand
  69. m1ku47
    Jul 9, 2020
    7
    очень качественное интерактивное кино. Сюжет со своими странностями, система QTE иногда бесит
  70. Descole
    Apr 6, 2020
    7
    Its not perfect at all but its fun to play. At the end of the story it really got me. The beginning is really slow you have to be patient
  71. niavilias
    Jul 18, 2020
    7
    Not bad not great. Nice story but the gameplay makes it difficult to enjoy.
  72. andrejS_de
    Nov 11, 2020
    7
    I registered just to say that this game is awesome lol. Just like what others say that it's really better if it's in chronological order. I just have a few problems with the camera which sometimes don't want to look at things that i want to look at and I just hope they added a few game mechanics in the game rather that just pushing certain qte buttons to progress but overall the story wasI registered just to say that this game is awesome lol. Just like what others say that it's really better if it's in chronological order. I just have a few problems with the camera which sometimes don't want to look at things that i want to look at and I just hope they added a few game mechanics in the game rather that just pushing certain qte buttons to progress but overall the story was exciting and intriguing for me.… Expand
  73. CrissTian
    Jul 31, 2020
    7
    Un juego muy bueno sin duda pero es verdad que a comparacion de otros de parte de Quantic Dream deja mucho que desear en el aspecto narrativo e incluso jugable ya que en este genero el cual es el de aventura graficca debe existir un balance entre jugabilidad y cinematica en este caso esta algo desbalanseado, y tocando el ambito narrativo el titulo cuenta con una historia bastante buenaUn juego muy bueno sin duda pero es verdad que a comparacion de otros de parte de Quantic Dream deja mucho que desear en el aspecto narrativo e incluso jugable ya que en este genero el cual es el de aventura graficca debe existir un balance entre jugabilidad y cinematica en este caso esta algo desbalanseado, y tocando el ambito narrativo el titulo cuenta con una historia bastante buena pero sin ser gran ya que en ocaciones es realmente predecible, forzosa y sosa pero esto no le quita el interes a la trama, en el apartado tecnico hay una gran mejoria respecto a su version original de ps3 la cual le costaba el correr este titulo cosa que con la ps4 no sucede y ademas de esto hay una mejoria grafica notable. otra cuestion que nos ayuda a sumergir a los distintos titulos que hemos podido disfrutar es sin duda su sonido, en este juego realmente no destaca para nada su banda sonora es bastante simple y sus efectos de sonidos nada del otro mundo pero sin duda lo volveria a jugar una y otra vez para ber los distintos finales y con esto se hace entender que cuenta con una gran rejugablilidad.… Expand
  74. LouayBoufaden
    Aug 10, 2020
    7
    Improved graphics I appriciate that I do not think I would play it if it was not for this version.
    I love the ability of taking your own choices that lead into different endings.
    There was some complex things in the story but generally I liked it.
    Something to keep in mind the camera angles were not the best.
    Over all this game was a good experience.
  75. GianpaoloUmarel
    Aug 25, 2020
    7
    It's a good game after all.
    The story it's well written, the characters too, the gameplay is a little bit vintage.
  76. JinjoReviews
    Oct 10, 2020
    7
    Compelling story that makes you feel like your choices genuinely effect the outcome of the story. Although the actual gameplay can be repetitive with hours of quick time events, the main draw is the story and finding out about Jodie and Aiden not the gameplay. As long as you are aware of the type of game this is it should not be disappointing rather the opposite, it delivers a story thatCompelling story that makes you feel like your choices genuinely effect the outcome of the story. Although the actual gameplay can be repetitive with hours of quick time events, the main draw is the story and finding out about Jodie and Aiden not the gameplay. As long as you are aware of the type of game this is it should not be disappointing rather the opposite, it delivers a story that is enticing and keeps the player wanting to find out what happens next. Go into this expecting a playable movie with a plot depending on player choices, not a video game. However there is some cool sequences that include moving the environment (as Aiden). A key part of this game is the dichotomy between Jodie and Aiden, Jodie being the character you control and the rest of the characters see, and Aiden the spirit that Jodie only sees. A fun aspect of this game is the switching between the two and helping Jodie in her problems she faces. All in all this experience is similar to a TellTale game with high quality graphics and more cinematic moments.

    Recommended if you like : TellTale Games “The Walking Dead”, Detroit: Become Human, Heavy Rain, Life is Strange.

    Do not play this for- Fast paced gameplay, challenging gameplay, a quick story for one session.

    Glitch level- pretty high, I experienced some sort of camera or facial animation glitch once every hour playing it, none were game breaking just kind of goofy glitches that can take away from the moment in game.

    Rating : 7/10    … Expand
  77. V7q
    Jun 19, 2022
    7
    I recommend playing and familiarizing yourself with this game. I had fun playing this game.
  78. iCampoRamil
    Nov 12, 2021
    7
    La historia y el guion de este videojuego no tiene sentido, es buenísimo en ese aspecto.
  79. zeitgeist02
    Aug 12, 2021
    7
    The production quality (animations, voice acting, etc.) is far better in Beyond than in Heavy Rain which makes for a significant improvement in the playability of this type of game. However, this is overshadowed by a weaker story (too much jumping around and an impetus which is muddled until the later stages of the game) and a far less interesting cast of characters. Also, although it isThe production quality (animations, voice acting, etc.) is far better in Beyond than in Heavy Rain which makes for a significant improvement in the playability of this type of game. However, this is overshadowed by a weaker story (too much jumping around and an impetus which is muddled until the later stages of the game) and a far less interesting cast of characters. Also, although it is somewhat inherent to the gameplay of these 'interactive dramas', the QTE sequences get boring rather quickly. Unfortunately, controlling Jodie is still just as much of a nightmare as was with the characters of Heavy Rain, though the Aiden gameplay was far less burdened. Overall this is a quality game that most who liked Heavy Rain would enjoy.… Expand
  80. tufekciero
    Mar 12, 2021
    7
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  81. Abscurat
    Sep 19, 2021
    7
    Mixed gameplay, boring QTEs, predictable story, interesting concept, great cast.
  82. alagharrr
    Sep 26, 2021
    7
    7/10. Beyond Two Souls- хорошее интерактивное кино. Сюжет. Сюжет этой игры довольно сложный и интересный, за приключением главной героини интересно следить, характер гг не отталкивает и ей хочется сопереживать.
    Геймплей. Геймплей здесь обычный для игр такого жанра, в прочем ничего интересного.
    Графика. Игра выглядит довольно приятно, графика не режет глаза, в принципе тут все нормально    7/10. Beyond Two Souls- хорошее интерактивное кино. Сюжет. Сюжет этой игры довольно сложный и интересный, за приключением главной героини интересно следить, характер гг не отталкивает и ей хочется сопереживать.
    Геймплей. Геймплей здесь обычный для игр такого жанра, в прочем ничего интересного.
    Графика. Игра выглядит довольно приятно, графика не режет глаза, в принципе тут все нормально
    Просто обычный интерактив-кино-боевик, легчайшая 7/10    … Expand
  83. CnPx98
    Jul 31, 2022
    7
    The game overall isn't bad although I think some of the controls and camera angles were annoying at times. In particular the melee qtes were hard to tell what way to go. Someone would be swinging a weapon and you can tell if you duck or attack. Even know you should be able to do both only 1 works. The game doesn't let you die thou but still it's frustrating when you wanna get the correct.The game overall isn't bad although I think some of the controls and camera angles were annoying at times. In particular the melee qtes were hard to tell what way to go. Someone would be swinging a weapon and you can tell if you duck or attack. Even know you should be able to do both only 1 works. The game doesn't let you die thou but still it's frustrating when you wanna get the correct. The story isn't bad although I think it would have been better If it was easier to follow. You get a "remixed" version which puts it in chronological order but because this wasn't how it was written it doesn't quite portray it right. And the original would have been better if it was told more in the right order with the odd flash back here and there. 1 thing this game does better then Detroit become human is the combat parts are less linear. You actually are able to wander round a bit more and decide your angle more freely rather then 1 way or no way. I know this is a story based game but it's still nice to have a little bit of freedom every now and then which is something they gave the player here. Strange why they drifted away from that in the next title.… Expand
  84. Alikhshm
    Aug 6, 2023
    7
    good story not the best one.
    the main character is well-written.
    visually better than heavy rain.
  85. majesty_x
    Jul 31, 2023
    7
    Graphics: 7/10; Storyline: 8/10; Gameplay: 7/10; Atmosphere: 6/10; Music: 7/10; Summary rating: 7/10
  86. takjar
    Jul 28, 2020
    6
    I love the Quantic Dream games, like Heavy Rain and Detroit Human Revolution.

    It is unfortunate that this game has such a great concept, ideas, and cast, but the execution was so bad. The camera positioning and movement are not good most of the time. The transition between gameplay to cinematics and vice-versa is a fail. This is a choice-driven game, where you do not have real    I love the Quantic Dream games, like Heavy Rain and Detroit Human Revolution.

    It is unfortunate that this game has such a great concept, ideas, and cast, but the execution was so bad.

    The camera positioning and movement are not good most of the time.
    The transition between gameplay to cinematics and vice-versa is a fail.
    This is a choice-driven game, where you do not have real choices.
    The game mechanics are very limited and are awfully implemented.
    The gamer is so restricted in this game, that is frustrating, I would prefer if the whole game had QTEs than this restrictive mess.
    The story is kinda week and the original place of chapters (this is how I played) was very confusing and not helping the progress and rhythm of the story    … Expand
  87. GlennLimos
    May 30, 2018
    6
    The game is okay, the base story idea is good, the execution bad. The game play I find horrible, controls worse than the first Resident Evil games at times, quick time sequences drawn out for a little too long each time. It has some heartwarming moments, but then just weird and dumb moments that seem written by someone in high school. Let Cage direct, and let someone write a better story.The game is okay, the base story idea is good, the execution bad. The game play I find horrible, controls worse than the first Resident Evil games at times, quick time sequences drawn out for a little too long each time. It has some heartwarming moments, but then just weird and dumb moments that seem written by someone in high school. Let Cage direct, and let someone write a better story. Someone said it best to me about Detroit, one of the stories is clearly the most Cagey story, and its the worst one.… Expand
  88. Juras
    Aug 15, 2018
    6
    Could be very good game like Heavy Rain was, but so many nonsenses wounded it well. Best thing is graphic, as remastered PS3 game it's still look better that many current games.
  89. Termin8ter
    Feb 1, 2016
    6
    Beyond Two Souls has some good ideas, but a very poor execution. Firstly, your "choices" have little to no effect on the story. Secondly, Beyond rips off Metal Gear Solid way too much, stealing key moments from MGS2 and 4. Thirdly, this PS4 "remaster" is nothing more than a crappy port. Don't buy this game, If you a good choice game play Wolf Among Us, or Heavy Rain, or even Until Dawn,Beyond Two Souls has some good ideas, but a very poor execution. Firstly, your "choices" have little to no effect on the story. Secondly, Beyond rips off Metal Gear Solid way too much, stealing key moments from MGS2 and 4. Thirdly, this PS4 "remaster" is nothing more than a crappy port. Don't buy this game, If you a good choice game play Wolf Among Us, or Heavy Rain, or even Until Dawn, all of those games have real consequences for your actions.… Expand
  90. BariscanBozkurt
    Nov 24, 2015
    6
    En başarısız Quantic Dream oyunu.
    Her şeyden önce övebileceğim tek yanı var. O da grafikleri. Peki ben Quantic Dream oyununda grafik mi arıyorum? Elbette hayır. Ben sağlam bir hikâye arıyorum ve bu oyunda sağlam bir hikâye yok!
  91. Datamari
    Dec 7, 2015
    6
    A great experience, but not a good game.
    Beyond Two Souls is another game by Quantic Dreams, the same people who made Heavy Rain, so you'd think this game would be good. However it's not as good as HR, but it's still worth a rental. The main thing about this game is that: "your choices matter". Well.. they don't. Almost none of the choices you make seem to affect the story, and the    A great experience, but not a good game.
    Beyond Two Souls is another game by Quantic Dreams, the same people who made Heavy Rain, so you'd think this game would be good. However it's not as good as HR, but it's still worth a rental. The main thing about this game is that: "your choices matter". Well.. they don't. Almost none of the choices you make seem to affect the story, and the quick time events have no consequence to failing. I know the argument is that people who play it will most likely do them anyways, and I can see where you're coming from there; you'd most likely do the QTEs to get the full experience. The story feels very disjointed, going all over the place with Jodie's life, one minute you can be a child in a snowball fight, next you can be in the FBI. It doesn't really feel fluid when it comes to story telling; you can get an idea of what the story has to offer, but what the game tells you is just examples of how Jodie uses her powers. There are some redeeming qualities about this game though, the graphics are great, the performance by Ellen Page is brilliant, the world is engrossing, It's one of those games that you don't play, you experience. It's a good experience, but not a great game. The game itself isn't really all that great, but as an experience, you'll get some enjoyment out of it.

    Beyond Two Souls gets a 6/10.    … Expand
  92. HTGamer
    May 13, 2018
    6
    Beyond: Two Souls is a great but flawed and under-rated adventure sci-fi game. A great concept in theory which was badly executed.

    Beyond: Two Souls is a choice-based, narrative-driven adventure game, where your choices affect the story and lead to multiple endings, just like all those Traveller's Tales games (The Walking Dead, The Wolf Among Us, etc.). Some people will call it an    Beyond: Two Souls is a great but flawed and under-rated adventure sci-fi game. A great concept in theory which was badly executed.

    Beyond: Two Souls is a choice-based, narrative-driven adventure game, where your choices affect the story and lead to multiple endings, just like all those Traveller's Tales games (The Walking Dead, The Wolf Among Us, etc.). Some people will call it an "interactive movie" but they'd be wrong. This game is intended to be experienced by both gamers and non-gamers, so it lacks any real challenge or traditional videogame action.

    The game's story on the original PS3 version was presented in a non-linear way, where events were shown with many backs and forths through time, so people may have been confused back then. On PS4 you have the option to watch the story unfold in a chronological way, and I believe this is the way new players should experience it.

    The game tells the life story of protagonist Jodie Holmes (portrayed by Ellen Page), who's a really likeable and sympathetic character. Jodie has suffered a hard life because she has been linked with a ghost named Aiden since birth, which is both a gift and a curse. She has been raised by professor Nathan Dawkins (Willem Dafoe) and then her life journey becomes a crazy roller coaster. The plot has twists and turns, as well as high and low points, but I think David Cage (the game's writer and director) should have kept it more down to Earth. The "Homeless" chapter is beautiful and emotional, but when Jodie blowed a town up or was made to fight against supernatural beings, the script went the BS route. The overall plot is a sci-fi mess with many unrelated chapters being linked together with little or no transitioning, unfortunately.

    Gameplay is simplified compared to most games out there and QTEs are nothing like the mess of the developer's previous game Heavy Rain. Interactivity with the surroundings is severely limited though. Controls and the camera are problematic, but the game is slowly paced so the problem is almost non-existent. The ghost named Aiden provides some meaningful ways to interact with the environment and solve some light puzzles, but he's a lost opportunity because he's under-utilised by David Cage. Also Aiden's capabilities are very inconsistent, on one instance he can pass through walls and choke people, and on another it's not possible to do so, all due to the script. At least the game can be played in 2 player co-op, with one controlling Jodie and the other Aiden.

    Production values are very high for an adventure game like this, with Hollywood stars Ellen Page and Willem Dafoe starring in the lead roles. All the characters are rendered beautifully, at the expense of the environments though which feature noticeably low polygon counts and shadow pop-ins. The soundtrack is very good.

    All in all, Beyond: Two Souls was a failed experiment for David Cage and Quantic Dream. It proved to be a big mis-step after the success of Heavy Rain, but hopefully they have learnt from their mistakes since then.    … Expand
  93. Calvoro
    Mar 30, 2017
    6
    I cannot recommend this game. It is a damn shame because the story had a lot of potential. The whole "other side" concept is really interesting if told well.

    Unfortunately, the game and the story feel lackluster. Makes you wonder if the game's success is due to its cast rather than the story. Chapter based storytelling in games is tricky but it has worked for other games like    I cannot recommend this game. It is a damn shame because the story had a lot of potential. The whole "other side" concept is really interesting if told well.

    Unfortunately, the game and the story feel lackluster. Makes you wonder if the game's success is due to its cast rather than the story.

    Chapter based storytelling in games is tricky but it has worked for other games like Telltales games. However, here it feels like there is not a very good progression between chapters. And not only in the story, but the characters as well. Crucial characters feel like they are not the same person from one chapter to another, and you don't see that progression being told.

    The story itself had potential but it feels like it didn't work pretty well. Some chapters are very good, but add nothing to the main plot, which is just a damn shame, because the game is supposed to be a story-driven game. And the writing, I mean... Come on. It is not very good, in. a. story. driven. game. There are a few very well thought scenes, but there is some very cringy dialogue in this game. The writing makes the acting look bland, which we know it is not the actors bad because this is a pretty strong cast.

    Regarding gameplay itself, it is mostly QTE based. Nothing wrong with QTEs, when used properly, but here sometimes no matter what you do, your actions seem pointless. There is no punishment for failing a QTE part. You can just leave your controller and the overall result does not have a lot of variation to it, with a few exceptions in some scenes. There are some interesting stealth sections, but with a disappointing chapter ending and poor writing.

    DefinItely wait for a sale in the store, and good thing it comes with Heavy Rain. If you manage to get both in a good price, it's worth it. But I think that's mainly due to Heavy Rain and not Beyond.    … Expand
  94. Lewis-Angelo
    Jul 25, 2018
    6
    un buen juego lastrado por los QTEs y una cámara que juega en tu contra

    no aprovecha todo el potencial que tiene, tanto en historia como en banda sonora
    malas elecciones y problemas en el desarrollo del juego que le pasan factura

    una historia para ser disfrutada y comprendida a un nivel que no todo el mundo llegará
  95. hime
    Oct 16, 2018
    6
    Разве я могу сопереживать персонажам, характеры и мотивы которых практически не раскрыли? Как я должен был сделать моральный выбор в конце, если мне всё равно?
  96. abekdd
    Mar 1, 2019
    6
    Beyond: Two Souls me ha creado sensaciones dispares, mayoritariamente positivas pero sin llegar a conectar en ningún momento con la historia. Su narrativa es compleja pero sin llegar a presentar un desafío mayúsculo, aunque cierto es que ofrecen la posibilidad de jugar el título de manera cronológica. Su aspecto visual es uno de los mayores puntos positivos, ninguna sorpresa tratándose deBeyond: Two Souls me ha creado sensaciones dispares, mayoritariamente positivas pero sin llegar a conectar en ningún momento con la historia. Su narrativa es compleja pero sin llegar a presentar un desafío mayúsculo, aunque cierto es que ofrecen la posibilidad de jugar el título de manera cronológica. Su aspecto visual es uno de los mayores puntos positivos, ninguna sorpresa tratándose de una obra de Quantic Dream. Así, en tintes generales, Beyond: Two Souls supone una experiencia que a mí, personalmente, me ha creado indiferencia debido a la tardanza a la hora de conectar con un personaje al que los saltos temporales le han jugado una mala pasada.… Expand
  97. lord_raccoon
    Jul 4, 2020
    6
    В общем целом, неплохое кинцо. Но это далеко не такой шедевр, как его тут многие описывают. Сюжет уж излишне прост, предсказуем, практически не удивляет, за исключением некоторых сцен. Да, местами есть сильные моменты, заставляют проникнуться. Но в остальном - едва ли игра запомнится мне чем-то, кроме отличного саундтрека.В общем целом, неплохое кинцо. Но это далеко не такой шедевр, как его тут многие описывают. Сюжет уж излишне прост, предсказуем, практически не удивляет, за исключением некоторых сцен. Да, местами есть сильные моменты, заставляют проникнуться. Но в остальном - едва ли игра запомнится мне чем-то, кроме отличного саундтрека.
  98. Lonit
    Sep 15, 2019
    6
    Playing this coop is really worth it if you like narrative games.
    Not a big fan of David Cage but at least you can play the episodes in order in this version.
  99. angel_kat07
    Nov 14, 2018
    6
    Beyond Two Souls is a fascinating game which is unlike any game I've played before. The story telling is great! I played it as the game originally intended and had no trouble following. It's not without it's flaws though. The controls are poorly executed and the camera could have been better. It's still worth a shot.
  100. alexslork
    Nov 3, 2019
    6
    Кинцо, которое не зацепило.
    Кинцо, которое не зацепило.
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Mixed or average reviews - based on 30 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 18 out of 30
  2. Mixed: 10 out of 30
  3. Negative: 2 out of 30
  1. CD-Action
    Feb 4, 2016
    70
    For me the most important feature of this remaster is the inclusion of the optional chronological mode. It makes the story a bit less flashy but way easier to comprehend. [01/2016, p.65]
  2. Playstation Official Magazine UK
    Jan 23, 2016
    70
    Shaky at second glance, but deserves the PS4 promotion. Remix mode and stats screens provide a fresh way into Jodie's story, should you revisit it. [Jan 2016, p.95]
  3. GameCrate
    Jan 13, 2016
    78
    Beyond: Two Souls would've fared a lot better if it had even more visual detail, other control options and extra content to make it more like a director's cut. As it stands, though, it's a great conversion of a pretty good Quantic Dream development, mind its storytelling issues and quick-time event gameplay. Plus, it won't kill your wallet being priced for only $30. That's something even invisible deities can appreciate.
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