Biomutant

 PlayStation 4
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6.5

Mixed or average reviews- based on 556 Ratings

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  1. Positive: 298 out of 556
  2. Mixed: 109 out of 556
  3. Negative: 149 out of 556
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  1. Mitchyyy_b
    May 26, 2021
    10
    No where near as bad as what people are saying, not sure what people were expecting. I'd give it a 7/10 myself, but putting 10 to counter the ridiculous 0s from people expecting every release to be a billion dolla AAA game (and even a lot of those suck anyway, cough cough AC Valhalla)
  2. DJKrimson
    Jul 7, 2021
    7
    I've been waiting for this game since I played the demo at gamescon 2017. I was very disappointed when playing the final release.
    The biggest problem is that the combat is **** I was playing a dual meelee weapon build but I had to cheese (run around in circles and use my gun) almost every fight for the first like 15-20 hours. Another complaint I have is that it's not really fun (or worth    I've been waiting for this game since I played the demo at gamescon 2017. I was very disappointed when playing the final release.
    The biggest problem is that the combat is **** I was playing a dual meelee weapon build but I had to cheese (run around in circles and use my gun) almost every fight for the first like 15-20 hours. Another complaint I have is that it's not really fun (or worth it) to explore the world, you'll explore the world by following objectives you have from your side quests, there's no reason to "explore on your own" and do your own thing, which I think an openworlder should have. The narrator is also a pain in the ass.
    The game has really good graphics though, I'll give it that.

    I had a good time playing it but I was expecting so much more.    … Expand
  3. Lov3Glov3
    Dec 10, 2022
    5
    I've played this game now for a few hours and I think that's as far as I'm going to get. While there are a lot of concepts here that are interesting like the character creation and mixed combat of ranged and melee, I just found this game dull. In the game's prolouge, they throw so much lore and story your way, through a really drull narration trying really hard to be Stephen Fry fromI've played this game now for a few hours and I think that's as far as I'm going to get. While there are a lot of concepts here that are interesting like the character creation and mixed combat of ranged and melee, I just found this game dull. In the game's prolouge, they throw so much lore and story your way, through a really drull narration trying really hard to be Stephen Fry from BigLittlePlanet, that you're not really given much time to take the world you'll be exploring or even what kind of character you're playing as. Even the combat can feel really stiff and out of control, you'll be attacking a lot of air when things get busy. Is it a bad game? No, there is something here that can be salvageable, but the end result just couldn't keep a hold of my interest… Expand
  4. Slothman86
    May 27, 2021
    8
    I’ve honestly struggled between a 7 and an 8 over the last couple days but I’m landing on an 8. The developers have created a unique and gorgeous world to explore with different biomes and creatures, mounts and mechs, blimps and whales. The story leaves a lot to be desired which is where I deduct my two points as this is a single player rpg. But as far as mechanics I’m impressed with allI’ve honestly struggled between a 7 and an 8 over the last couple days but I’m landing on an 8. The developers have created a unique and gorgeous world to explore with different biomes and creatures, mounts and mechs, blimps and whales. The story leaves a lot to be desired which is where I deduct my two points as this is a single player rpg. But as far as mechanics I’m impressed with all they’ve been able to back in there, even if some is only for flash value. As a nice Zen open world experience I’m hooked. Will definitely be putting tens of more hours into this game before setting it down. Also I paid $59.99 Canadian for this on the PS store so I have no idea why everyone is talking about this game being AAA price. For %75 of the price of a AAA title I’m hooked.… Expand
  5. TheTword90
    May 26, 2021
    6
    okay, i'm not going to recommend this game. in order to better explain how i feel about this game i'm going to compare it to ordering a pizza (stick with it)

    so you order a pepperoni pizza normally right, you've got you toppings and it all tastes good together (when doesn't pizza taste good) a Biomutant pizza would be a pizza in a box, but instead of everything being combined    okay, i'm not going to recommend this game. in order to better explain how i feel about this game i'm going to compare it to ordering a pizza (stick with it)

    so you order a pepperoni pizza normally right, you've got you toppings and it all tastes good together (when doesn't pizza taste good)

    a Biomutant pizza would be a pizza in a box, but instead of everything being combined together to form a wonderful delicious circle of happiness. what it actually is, is a box containing-

    a base
    some pepperoni
    some sauce
    some cheese.

    that's what Biomutant is like, it *should* be really great but it's just not combined in a way that makes it enjoyable. (well to me anyway)

    and the NPC's ramble on    … Expand
  6. jkuras08223
    May 26, 2021
    6
    After getting my GameStop pre-order early I have been able to play the game for 40 hours and Biomutant is an interesting game that takes elements from devil may cry, Horizon zero dawn and zelda breath of the wild. I think the main campaign was not that good. I also had some technical issues on my PS5 with several bugs, one game breaking. The open world is very pretty but its filled withAfter getting my GameStop pre-order early I have been able to play the game for 40 hours and Biomutant is an interesting game that takes elements from devil may cry, Horizon zero dawn and zelda breath of the wild. I think the main campaign was not that good. I also had some technical issues on my PS5 with several bugs, one game breaking. The open world is very pretty but its filled with stuff to just check the box. Outposts get really repetitive with very little veriety . One of the cool parts of the game is the character customization and the 6 factions. There are good factions and evil factions. This allows you to play the game as an evil or good character.

    Biomutant has very repetitive missions and poor puzzles; they all feel really similar and give a small variety. This game's repetitiveness reminds me of Ubisoft open world games which end up having a strong first 1-2 hours and then it falls off then picks up within the last 2 hours of the game.

    Overall Biomutant doesn't bring anything new to the table for open world action RPGs and copies a lot of other games and does everything worse than them . So Biomutant ends up being a 6-10 for me which I wish I could give a better score because I have been waiting for this game for years and it's very disappointing.    … Expand
  7. Molec_man
    Jun 4, 2021
    9
    I read the reviews. And thought It's another Outriders and Avengers situation (Sorry if you like those games or are patient enough to stick through their issues).

    However, what a fun game. GET PAST THE TUTORIAL (it's horrible). Yes, they need to buff up Psi powers and work on the feel of melee. But, all of the cool gadgets and open world make it fun. The story is not for me. The    I read the reviews. And thought It's another Outriders and Avengers situation (Sorry if you like those games or are patient enough to stick through their issues).

    However, what a fun game. GET PAST THE TUTORIAL (it's horrible). Yes, they need to buff up Psi powers and work on the feel of melee. But, all of the cool gadgets and open world make it fun. The story is not for me. The graphics are meh sometimes. But the cool gadgets and customizability make it fun and replayable imo.

    My wishes for the future, open up the skills a bit more. Even though I feel its an 8, I could see it reaching a 9 after patches. Here's to scoring on the positive side.    … Expand
  8. GlaucioM
    Jun 7, 2021
    10
    This game is very cool, the craft system is simple, you can take end game early if you want, the gamebility is easy. the game have some bugs, but it was not problem for me.
  9. Sjv1991
    Jun 9, 2021
    10
    After the patches that came out the game is amazing. I love the game. When it first came out it had a lot of bugs but now it’s great.
  10. iriant93
    May 27, 2021
    10
    This game is really fun. Don’t listen the reviews, the combat system is fun, the crafting is nearly to the infinite, the world in Game is beatifoul. I really don’t understand Who talk about the graphic of ps3, it’s insane. Maybe the first hours of the game the rythm is a little slow, but because you have to learn the bases to continue the adventure. In my opinion 8.5 is the right vote. ForThis game is really fun. Don’t listen the reviews, the combat system is fun, the crafting is nearly to the infinite, the world in Game is beatifoul. I really don’t understand Who talk about the graphic of ps3, it’s insane. Maybe the first hours of the game the rythm is a little slow, but because you have to learn the bases to continue the adventure. In my opinion 8.5 is the right vote. For people that give 0 or 3 : guys you are really ridicoulus.… Expand
  11. Kotauski
    May 27, 2021
    8
    El juego es entretenido y divertido, lo que me queda claro es que poca gente le ha dedicado el tiempo suficiente para una buena reseña, no es el juego del año pero tampoco es la mierda que están soltando muchos, haceos mirar el hate...
  12. 313
    May 28, 2021
    9
    its amazing that created jus by 20 people and i love this try :) we don't compare this by wincher or Skyrim
  13. Alexkitkat
    May 27, 2021
    10
    A wonderful kind game, excellent immersion in a fairy tale. A beautiful world, not tricky mechanics. It is very pleasant to play it.
  14. Schtoepper
    May 28, 2021
    10
    So far I enjoy the game. It is a AA game don't forget. It is a very casual casual gameplay style so ideal for some relaxing gameplay after a hard work day. It is not perfect though that is for sure. But it does a lot of things right and the atmosphere stands for itself. The narrator though can be annoying at some point in time. Than turn it off. I will keep this game. For people saying itSo far I enjoy the game. It is a AA game don't forget. It is a very casual casual gameplay style so ideal for some relaxing gameplay after a hard work day. It is not perfect though that is for sure. But it does a lot of things right and the atmosphere stands for itself. The narrator though can be annoying at some point in time. Than turn it off. I will keep this game. For people saying it has a repetitive gameplay I must commit it is not worse than any AC though.… Expand
  15. Padrecitomanu
    May 26, 2021
    10
    Un bueno juego para ser un indie, y desarrollarlo con veinte personas. Y con un presupuesto tan bajo.
  16. Honeypuppy
    May 27, 2021
    10
    I keep finding new things by exploring. I usually get burnt out on games fast but this one keeps giving me new tools, gears, and mounts. Idk why they bombed it, the game is addicting.
  17. matigor
    May 29, 2021
    10
    Las primera hora de juego pueden resultar un poco engañosas porque tiene un desarrollo anormal y lento (por los diálogos). Pero superando el tutorial el juego mejora notablemente y realmente se disfruta la exploración. Puedo afirmar que el mapa tiene muy buena vista y no lo siento como un mundo vacío, es más se siente que se ha hecho con bastante cariño
  18. Goldfrappian
    May 26, 2021
    8
    Having a blast so far. I don’t mind the narrator, the gameplay is actually quite fun, the world is beautiful and enemy design isn’t bad either. Lots to do in way of quests and crafting. It has a charm. I love the exploration. Overall it isn’t bad at all. Perhaps expectations were too high from that one announcement years ago?
  19. WorstGeneration
    May 27, 2021
    10
    At the time I reached lvl 23 with my deadeye class, but I haven't progressed much in the main story. I only fought 1 enemy clan and since then doing lots of side quests and clearing the areas I discovered. Which also means I haven't fought a world eater yet even though I fulfill the requirements to fight 2 of them. My progress reflects that I really enjoy the exploration in this game. EvenAt the time I reached lvl 23 with my deadeye class, but I haven't progressed much in the main story. I only fought 1 enemy clan and since then doing lots of side quests and clearing the areas I discovered. Which also means I haven't fought a world eater yet even though I fulfill the requirements to fight 2 of them. My progress reflects that I really enjoy the exploration in this game. Even at lvl 20+ I discover new things and riddles that I haven't seen before. I also like the crafting, it feels rewarding to upgrade your weapon to become better and better. I basically sticked to the first weapons I got since you can transform weapons in any type you want. Combat is also fun, you benefit a lot from combos and you can vary different abilities psi + bio with your preferred playstyle ( crowd control, dots, DMG). I also like the different zones, and that there's stuff to do by mech or jetsky. The mix is good. But the game also has some flaws I would like to see patched like minor bugs or stuff like an option to dismantle useless items when you loot them, right now loot goes straight to your inventory and once you start crafting you will first spend 5 mins dismantling everything you don't need. And in most cases dismantling is better than selling since you need lots of mats for crafting and even more to upgrade. Just keep 3-4 expensive items for sale is enough. I recommend playing on hard. It's not that hard really... And playing on easy or medium takes fun out of the game cause you just buttonsmash everything and won't need any combo or super wung Fu.ps: Would normally give 8/10 but I'd like to balance out the haters giving 0-3 which has nothing to do with constructive criticism.… Expand
  20. inf1n1ty
    May 26, 2021
    6
    Ready to change my score after combat improvement. Hope they'll fix the game. GL
  21. RhydenorQ
    May 27, 2021
    10
    Not sure why this game gets so much hate. The game oozes charm and when you have a kung-fu fighting hamster who can shoot and slash his way through an open world what more could you ask for?
  22. botaGOATnmdKOBE
    May 29, 2021
    10
    This game is absolutely amazing!! Don’t beleive the bs critics reviews this might be one of my favorite games of all time and I’ve played probably every action rpg that there is! Great job Experiment 101 I am thoroughly impressed!!
  23. Streven
    May 29, 2021
    8
    Fun, quirky, and colorful world mixed with creative, sandbox style combat allows your imagination to run wild in a Wung-Fu fantasy adventure. Definitely has 80s era Saturday morning cartoon vibe. Recommend for people who have a soul and enjoy having fun
  24. NeonNinja1225
    May 27, 2021
    10
    This game is so beautiful for a 1080 version on the ps4 running on a ps5 don't let these big review site discouraged you from trying out this awesome game
  25. UnfamiliarID
    May 26, 2021
    10
    I absolutely love this game. If you are a fable fan, (one of my favourite franchises) I would give this a go. It’s a fun, vibrant rpg. If you utilise the powers, melee, and guns the combat is a LOT of fun! It’s a refreshing change of pace.
  26. MoreBiscuits
    May 27, 2021
    10
    Ignore the critics and play Biomutant, essential for any fan of whimsical fantasy and open world gaming.
    I’ve been anticipating this game for years following its initial tease, yet was slightly taken back after reading the critics reviews. Not letting it dampen the anticipation I had, I gave Biomutant a go and I’m loving every second. I’m 25 hours in and I can’t put it down. Yes there’s a    Ignore the critics and play Biomutant, essential for any fan of whimsical fantasy and open world gaming.
    I’ve been anticipating this game for years following its initial tease, yet was slightly taken back after reading the critics reviews. Not letting it dampen the anticipation I had, I gave Biomutant a go and I’m loving every second. I’m 25 hours in and I can’t put it down. Yes there’s a few visual bugs and it might not be the next GoW or HZD but for a team of 19 people the game is incredible. Full of charm, a fun combat system, in-depth crafting and more things to do and collect than I was expecting. For me this is my game of the year. It’s the David and Goliath of this years releases. For such a small team they’ve delivered a knockout blow and I can’t fault them at all. I can’t wait to continue to look under every rock and in every trash can for that next piece of sweet loot.    … Expand
  27. Aggressive
    May 27, 2021
    8
    This is not a bad game considering that 20 people did it. The only frustrating thing is its full price, yet it's not AAA, and the quality is not the same.
  28. Crowqueen
    May 27, 2021
    8
    Having a blast playing.So many side quest and things to explore.Playing as a Psi-Freak with max intelligence is amazing lol
  29. Inigo
    May 27, 2021
    8
    Love this game so far with about 10 hours played. It’s not perfect. It occasionally feels a bit janky. But the world is beautifully designed and the game play is very fun. The narrator is charming at first but wears very thin after a few hours due to the sheer amount of dialogue, especially during the tutorial which feels like an eternity. The amount of customization in this game is nextLove this game so far with about 10 hours played. It’s not perfect. It occasionally feels a bit janky. But the world is beautifully designed and the game play is very fun. The narrator is charming at first but wears very thin after a few hours due to the sheer amount of dialogue, especially during the tutorial which feels like an eternity. The amount of customization in this game is next level. I usually get fed up with crafting and would rather just play the game with something pre made, but the crafting system in biomutant is pretty intuitive. There’s no confusion and the menus are easy to navigate for it. All in all Biomutant is a flawed but incredibly fun game and in my opinion worth every penny.… Expand
  30. RainbowHeart
    May 27, 2021
    10
    If you're looking for a game that is gorgeous, loot filled and a fun crafting system this is the game for you. I nearly didn't buy it because of the bad reviews, and how the world is empty. But I kinda enjoy that I don't have to fight something every 5 seconds. It's nice to just explore and not think or Jesus here is more enemies. Yeah the dialogue is very basic and annoying but isn't thatIf you're looking for a game that is gorgeous, loot filled and a fun crafting system this is the game for you. I nearly didn't buy it because of the bad reviews, and how the world is empty. But I kinda enjoy that I don't have to fight something every 5 seconds. It's nice to just explore and not think or Jesus here is more enemies. Yeah the dialogue is very basic and annoying but isn't that what the skip button is for?… Expand
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Mixed or average reviews - based on 51 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 16 out of 51
  2. Mixed: 29 out of 51
  3. Negative: 6 out of 51
  1. CD-Action
    Dec 7, 2021
    80
    For on open-world action RPG developed by a handful of people, Biomutant makes a very striking impression. It’s hard for me to imagine someone not falling in love with the beautiful, unique world conjured up by Experiment 101. Sure, the game as a whole is not perfect, but if a sequel is ever created, I’ll be the first in line to play it. [07/2021, p.38]
  2. IGN Japan
    Jul 6, 2021
    60
    From creating your own character to a wide array of vehicles and a unique world, there’s a lot to love in Biomutant – which makes its shallowness all the more disappointing. The inconsistent battle system and the amount of bugs doesn’t make things any better. While the game certainly knows how to hook you, the fun doesn’t last very long.
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  3. PlaySense
    Jun 25, 2021
    50
    Biomutant tries to do a lot of interesting things. It offers a potentially captivating world and unique crafting mechanics. Even the combat's fine, on the surface. The game, however, doesn't exactly play well, with clumsy controls, repetitive missions and an overemphasis on drawn-out dialogue that bores instead of inspires. This really could (and should) have been a lot better than it is.
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