• Publisher: SCEA
  • Release Date: Mar 24, 2015
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  1. Apr 4, 2023
    10
    this game literally changed my life and my expectations from future games , can’t wait to play BB2
  2. Apr 6, 2023
    10
    Best game of all of time
    Just buy a PS4 to play BB, it really worth it :')
    10/10
  3. Apr 11, 2023
    10
    A challenging experience yet the best soul game i’ve ever played. The environment, and especially the story and lore OMG, i’m totally obsessed and still couldn’t get over it after finished the game… if only it could have better fps but i would still give this game a 10. For those that rated 0, u should probably just stick to hack n slash or interactive games, they r easier and try to avoidA challenging experience yet the best soul game i’ve ever played. The environment, and especially the story and lore OMG, i’m totally obsessed and still couldn’t get over it after finished the game… if only it could have better fps but i would still give this game a 10. For those that rated 0, u should probably just stick to hack n slash or interactive games, they r easier and try to avoid any souls-like genre from now on. Yup games r for entertainment, but achieving something hard with ur skills is just another level of excitement Expand
  4. Apr 15, 2023
    10
    please, for the love of god from soft, i'm begging you, add trick weapons to Elden Ring.
  5. Apr 16, 2023
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The game fantastic i don't know how explane that but the story 10/10 gameplay 10/10 the bosses 7/10 because some bosses are so bad like rom and the one reborn Finally my desire is remake for this game or remasterd 60 FPS ... Expand
  6. Apr 22, 2023
    10
    Bloodborne is an amazing game that has beautiful, creepy atmosphere and design of the world is truly fascinating. Also the bosses do so. Everywhere I go, I can't keep myself wondering what was it and what lies beyond that creature it may be a boss or an npc whatever it is, the game gave me the feel. Combat is a bit more aggressive than other souls games but the transformation mechanic isBloodborne is an amazing game that has beautiful, creepy atmosphere and design of the world is truly fascinating. Also the bosses do so. Everywhere I go, I can't keep myself wondering what was it and what lies beyond that creature it may be a boss or an npc whatever it is, the game gave me the feel. Combat is a bit more aggressive than other souls games but the transformation mechanic is kinda unique and very useful in itself. Also bloodborne doesn't have a shield mechanic, instead it has a pistol that you can shot just before enemies hit you, so you can knock them out. There's no need talking more about it, If u have PS4/5 just go get it and play as soon as you can. It's definitely worth ur money and time. Expand
  7. Apr 23, 2023
    9
    If this game wasn't so short, it'd probably be my favorite game of all time. Pretty much everything great about it has already been said, I've become obsessed with its aesthetic. Bloodborne is genius, and I'm shocked we haven't seen more from this franchise. I hope Sony does something with the franchise, give us a TV Series, a remake, or a Sequel
  8. Apr 29, 2023
    10
    Every from software game is good. Bloodborne is good as well. Played it twice and got the platinum. Wish there was bloodborne 2.
  9. Jul 13, 2023
    10
    Una experiencia inolvidable que desafiará tu valentía en PlayStation"

    Bloodborne es un juego de acción y aventura desarrollado por FromSoftware, exclusivo para la consola PlayStation. Con su atmósfera oscura y misteriosa, este título se destaca como una obra maestra del género, capaz de cautivar y emocionar a jugadores de todas las edades. Aquí están algunos aspectos positivos que
    Una experiencia inolvidable que desafiará tu valentía en PlayStation"

    Bloodborne es un juego de acción y aventura desarrollado por FromSoftware, exclusivo para la consola PlayStation. Con su atmósfera oscura y misteriosa, este título se destaca como una obra maestra del género, capaz de cautivar y emocionar a jugadores de todas las edades. Aquí están algunos aspectos positivos que seguramente te animarán a adquirir tanto el juego como una consola PlayStation.

    1. Ambientación inmersiva: Bloodborne te sumerge en un mundo gótico y macabro llamado Yharnam, donde el horror y la decadencia están a la orden del día. Cada rincón está meticulosamente diseñado, desde los edificios lúgubres hasta los personajes retorcidos, creando una atmósfera envolvente que te mantendrá enganchado desde el principio hasta el final.

    2. Combates desafiantes y satisfactorios: En Bloodborne, el combate es rápido, visceral y despiadado. Te enfrentarás a criaturas grotescas y horripilantes, y la única forma de sobrevivir es confiar en tus habilidades, reflejos y estrategias. Cada encuentro es una prueba de valentía y destreza, y cuando finalmente derrotes a un enemigo formidable, la sensación de logro y satisfacción será indescriptible.

    3. Mundo interconectado y exploración: El mundo de Bloodborne está lleno de secretos y áreas por descubrir. A medida que avanzas, desbloquearás atajos y rutas que te permitirán explorar nuevas áreas y enfrentarte a desafíos aún mayores. La exploración es recompensada con valiosos objetos, armas y conocimientos sobre la intrigante historia del juego.

    4. Diseño artístico impresionante: Bloodborne es un verdadero festín visual. Desde los detallados escenarios hasta los enemigos grotescos y los jefes imponentes, cada elemento del juego está meticulosamente diseñado con una estética única. Los paisajes góticos, la iluminación atmosférica y los efectos visuales impresionantes se combinan para crear una experiencia visualmente impactante.

    5. Historia profunda y misteriosa: Bloodborne cuenta con una narrativa rica y envolvente que se revela a través de pistas sutiles y encuentros con personajes misteriosos. A medida que profundices en la historia, descubrirás secretos oscuros y giros inesperados que te mantendrán intrigado hasta el final. Cada descubrimiento es gratificante y te mantendrá deseando saber más sobre el mundo de Yharnam.

    6. Comunidad activa: Bloodborne ha creado una comunidad apasionada de jugadores que comparten su amor por el juego. Desde foros en línea hasta eventos comunitarios, hay numerosas oportunidades para conectarte con otros jugadores, intercambiar estrategias y disfrutar de la experiencia Bloodborne juntos. Si te unes a la comunidad de Bloodborne, encontrarás un grupo de jugadores entusiastas y solidarios que están dispuestos a ayudarte en tu aventura.

    En resumen, Bloodborne es un juego impresionante y desafiante que te mantendrá pegado a la pantalla durante horas. Con su ambientación inmersiva, combates frenéticos, exploración gratificante y una historia profunda, es una experiencia que vale la pena vivir para cualquier amante de los juegos de acción y aventura. Al adquirir Bloodborne y una consola PlayStation, te sumergirás en un mundo fascinante y disfrutarás de uno de los juegos más memorables de la generación. ¡Prepárate para enfrentar tus miedos y descubrir los secretos de Yharnam!
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  10. Aug 8, 2023
    4
    I mean this game is not bad, it has really great bosses, combat, lore, but it's the most unenjoyable game that I have ever played and also biggest disappointment for me. It's also one of the easiest games in the series in my opinion. Every one kept suggesting me to play bloodborne as I really enjoyed every souls, sekiro and elden ring. But after couple of hours I started to getting bored.I mean this game is not bad, it has really great bosses, combat, lore, but it's the most unenjoyable game that I have ever played and also biggest disappointment for me. It's also one of the easiest games in the series in my opinion. Every one kept suggesting me to play bloodborne as I really enjoyed every souls, sekiro and elden ring. But after couple of hours I started to getting bored. Almost everything in this games annoys me like: low damage your character deals, heal farming, long boss runs, weird enemies and chalice dungeons. I replayed this game 2 times to have a chance to change my rating and my thoughts about this game didn't change. Expand
  11. Aug 31, 2023
    10
    One of my favorite games ever. Incredible overall presentation. Amazing, fun combat with very cool weapons. Engrossing story and atmosphere. Expertly designed areas. Great pacing. Incredible art direction. Chilling music. Great boss fights and enemy designs. The best DLC expansion of all time in The Old Hunters.
  12. Sep 7, 2019
    9
    It's breathtaking!!!!!! ¡!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! +!!!! +!!!!
  13. Mar 14, 2021
    10
    Best FROM software title and that’s saying something. Nothing I can add that hasn’t been said before other than make sure you get the dlc as well - well worth it for the whirlygig alone.

    If you’re a fan of the “souls” genre, this is worth buying a PS4/PS5 for. Here’s hoping for a remaster as It’s almost criminal this was never patched for PS Pro.
  14. Aug 26, 2023
    9
    Bloodborne takes place in within a decrepit Gothic city called Yharnam as the player searches for a cure for a mysterious illness known as Paleblood.

    Every bit as intricately designed and intriguing as its spiritual successors, Bloodborne takes the template laid down by The Dark Souls games and ups the pace of combat to make for another superb From Software title. This is arguably the
    Bloodborne takes place in within a decrepit Gothic city called Yharnam as the player searches for a cure for a mysterious illness known as Paleblood.

    Every bit as intricately designed and intriguing as its spiritual successors, Bloodborne takes the template laid down by The Dark Souls games and ups the pace of combat to make for another superb From Software title. This is arguably the first game really worth buying a PS4 just to play.
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  15. Oct 19, 2021
    10
    This game came out over 6 years ago, and I only started playing it last week. So far I've killed 4-5 bosses and am nowhere near finishing, but I can without a doubt say this is the most engaging, frustrating, brutal and soul destroying game I've ever played. You cannot just rush in and kill things unwittingly. It's a game where risk vs reward is off the charts, where you simply cannotThis game came out over 6 years ago, and I only started playing it last week. So far I've killed 4-5 bosses and am nowhere near finishing, but I can without a doubt say this is the most engaging, frustrating, brutal and soul destroying game I've ever played. You cannot just rush in and kill things unwittingly. It's a game where risk vs reward is off the charts, where you simply cannot afford to be complacent of cocky at any time, especially if there are hordes of enemies running at you, or during intense boss fights or you will be punished.

    When you die after a long run without reaching the insanely sparse 'save points', the game makes you want the earth to open up and swallow you. It's a painful experience but when you make it through, it's an overwhelming sense of catharsis and relief after a gut wrenching period.

    The atmosphere is also unbelievable, and it ties in beautifully with the unsettling gothic surroundings. You will jump out of your skin on several occasions when the game tricks you into thinking you're safe, but you seldom are.

    This game is free with PS Plus. I was in the middle of playing finishing my Mass Effect 3 playthrough when this interrupted it and the controller has been fused to my hand since. Get this game without hesitation.
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  16. Dec 12, 2015
    10
    Consecutive playthroughs reveal this is a pretty short game, but damn is it good. It introduces solid innovations on classic Souls gameplay and, as expected, has a grand supply of lore that you can choose to uncover or ignore. It looks beautiful, plays smoothly, and the load times are thankfully patched to take less than an eternity. It's easily my favorite game of 2015. AnotherConsecutive playthroughs reveal this is a pretty short game, but damn is it good. It introduces solid innovations on classic Souls gameplay and, as expected, has a grand supply of lore that you can choose to uncover or ignore. It looks beautiful, plays smoothly, and the load times are thankfully patched to take less than an eternity. It's easily my favorite game of 2015. Another masterpiece from From Software and Miyazaki. Expand
  17. Mar 13, 2016
    9
    Bloodborne is a nightmare that never ends.

    It's very different from Dark Souls, the spiritual predecessor. In Dark Souls there's a large focus on loot and character builds. In Bloodborne your success depends not quite so much on your build, but more upon your skill. It plays like Dark Souls, basically the same formula, except it's almost more pure. What I mean by that is that the
    Bloodborne is a nightmare that never ends.

    It's very different from Dark Souls, the spiritual predecessor. In Dark Souls there's a large focus on loot and character builds. In Bloodborne your success depends not quite so much on your build, but more upon your skill.

    It plays like Dark Souls, basically the same formula, except it's almost more pure. What I mean by that is that the game focuses on the basics of hack n slash combat and making that have more depth. While Dark Souls 2 in particular had a ton of content and weapons and spells, weapons follow an archetype moveset and there aren't that many truly 'unique' weapons. Bloodborne is the opposite. It is a fairly short game with some of the content that is easily overlooked if you are casually playing through. In Bloodborne there are no weapons that aren't unique. There are some that are similar, but every weapon you can use has its own unique moveset that has more complexity than Dark Souls ever had.

    Bloodborne has way less magic than Dark Souls and it does not work the same, the game wants you to make a build centered around a weapon and a firearm/secondary weapon. Magic is a supplementary after thought to make things more interesting, not the focus of a characters build. In a certain sense Bloodborne feels more limited in almost every way than it's predecessor at a glance, but there is a truly impressive depth to the weapons in the game which shifts the focus away from loot, and more on your skill with the weapons.

    While it is difficult at first, it becomes much less unforgiving when you begin to understand the nature of the game and how everything works.

    Bloodborne is a journey into madness, a dark beastly nightmare, a test of patience and skill.

    Behold, a Paleblood sky!

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  18. Jun 21, 2020
    10
    One of the all time best Sony exclusive games and hands down the best souls type game to date...this will still be played YEARS from now and worth every penny to own a PS4 just to play it.
  19. Mar 19, 2016
    10
    The best game of this generation so far. One of the best games ever, imho.
    Incredible world building, atmosphere, monster/enemy variety and level design.
    The combat is the best in class by some margin, ultra responsive, tight and vicious. Some may miss the different builds available in the souls series but Bloodborne is more an action game than an RPG which encourages aggression. Great
    The best game of this generation so far. One of the best games ever, imho.
    Incredible world building, atmosphere, monster/enemy variety and level design.
    The combat is the best in class by some margin, ultra responsive, tight and vicious.
    Some may miss the different builds available in the souls series but Bloodborne is more an action game than an RPG which encourages aggression.
    Great online components and replay value.
    If you have a PS4 and haven't played this you really really should.
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  20. Nov 7, 2019
    9
    Excelente juego. Me ha gustado más que los Darksouls. Su ambientación y enemigos tétricos son geniales. Si tienes una PS4 tienes que jugarlo!
  21. Dec 16, 2015
    10
    Maybe my favorite game of all time. Too much to talk about, but I think it's a perfect balance of phenomenal rewarding game-play, beautifully dark and immersive world, and next level video game story telling. This game is a masterpiece, the first 3-4 hours take a bit of patience especially for players unfamiliar with souls. Piece of advice: read the item descriptions of every item inMaybe my favorite game of all time. Too much to talk about, but I think it's a perfect balance of phenomenal rewarding game-play, beautifully dark and immersive world, and next level video game story telling. This game is a masterpiece, the first 3-4 hours take a bit of patience especially for players unfamiliar with souls. Piece of advice: read the item descriptions of every item in the game, it contains a lot of the narrative and it's pretty great. Expand
  22. Feb 10, 2021
    9
    Bloodborne is not perfect but man, does it come close. The setting and atmosphere are indeed perfect along with everything that goes along to making that perfect such as the music. Combat is fast-paced and will test your reflexes. I really love the outfits for your character although they seem to be really limited in helping you out as armour. Barely any noticeable protection whichBloodborne is not perfect but man, does it come close. The setting and atmosphere are indeed perfect along with everything that goes along to making that perfect such as the music. Combat is fast-paced and will test your reflexes. I really love the outfits for your character although they seem to be really limited in helping you out as armour. Barely any noticeable protection which actually opens the door to just wearing whatever you think looks cool since the fire armour is barely going to help you much more against a fire using enemy (as an example), I do have a couple of nit picks such as you cannot reassign your RPG points, having to go to the Hunter's Dream to teleport anywhere instead of directly at the lamps like in DS III, and some of the Caryll Rune buffs are pathetic (2 or 3%, really?). But it is easy to overlook these shortcomings because the combat is fantastic and the bosses are so much fun. Runs like complete **** on PS4 as you will see frame drops especially on the boss fights but it mostly runs fine. Game is on the top of my list for should be ported to a PC ASAP. Game is awesome but not for **** GIT GUD BIOTCH. Expand
  23. Nov 8, 2019
    10
    It is as hard as it gets. It can be very frustrating at times. It does not help you in almost any way, you need to find your way and tricks on your own.
    And still, it is one of the most intense, captivating gaming experiences I had. Why? The atmosphere, beautiful darkness of nightmarish scenarios, silent but fulfilling environment, and the overall challenge that represented completing
    It is as hard as it gets. It can be very frustrating at times. It does not help you in almost any way, you need to find your way and tricks on your own.
    And still, it is one of the most intense, captivating gaming experiences I had. Why? The atmosphere, beautiful darkness of nightmarish scenarios, silent but fulfilling environment, and the overall challenge that represented completing this master piece of a game.
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  24. Mar 5, 2017
    10
    I don't like this kind of games and consider them boring and repetitive. Bloodborne is first game for this type of games which nailed me down to the chair and make me wait to play it again. Awesome level design, best creature design and hard bosses which make you try again and again! Hope there will be a sequel!
  25. Mar 14, 2017
    9
    Playing the game since 12/2016. Almost 2 years after release. I was wary, because I played DS2 before it, on PC, and I was dissatisfied by it. But I took the risk and got bloodborne. And I dont regret it. DS2 graphics were more like late PS2, early PS3 graphics, but Bloodborne's graphics are pretty good, even today. I must say this, because while gfx are not the most important thing, theyPlaying the game since 12/2016. Almost 2 years after release. I was wary, because I played DS2 before it, on PC, and I was dissatisfied by it. But I took the risk and got bloodborne. And I dont regret it. DS2 graphics were more like late PS2, early PS3 graphics, but Bloodborne's graphics are pretty good, even today. I must say this, because while gfx are not the most important thing, they are still a major factor.
    I havent played DS1 because of its PS1 graphics and clumsy controls on PC, and im yet to buy DS3 GOTY edition, so, to be tuthful and objective, I can compare it only to DS2, which I dropped about halfway, because it was boring. Bloodborne is the better game, by far.
    Graphics are nice, its aging well.
    Sound effects are well made. OST isnt great, but its well above decent.
    Atmosphere is one of the best, if not the best, of any game that Ive played, ever, and I have played alot of games, Ive been playing games since 1998. The immersion that this game's setting gives you is an absolute killer. It takes you in its gothic embrace right from the start, and you dont want to be released from it. Its better than Soul Reaver's and Devil May Cry's ones, something I thought was impossible, at least not in the near future, when I played those games. While DS2 had this generic feeling, something lacklusterly bland like "Knights of the Temple" mixed with Dungeon Siege. So boring, so uninspiring.
    Gameplay, the most important part, is much more engaging than DS2's combat. While in DS2 combat feels alot like turn based JRPG borefest, Bloodborne combat requires split second decisions and input, every second. Which is something that I welcome in a 3rd person hack and slash RPG. Animations are immensively smoother over DS2.
    Item system is not great, and not a typical RPG "loot and equip better gear". Its "unlock gear and upgrade it alot". So the weapons diversity is not great. But its not bad either. The weapons are not many, but they are very unique, they have 2 modes, and on almost all weapons the tricked, 2nd form version, is alot different than its 1st. And you can equip 2 weapons on your character at a given time, so essentialy you are fighting with 4 weapons + 1 pistol. And you have a few tools with various effects, "spells", that consume bullets, not mana. This opens crazy combo possibilities. Which are very satisfying.
    Stats system is on the bad side. You cant see exactly how much damage your weapon will deal in both of its forms, the stat screen only gives you an average. Nor what type of physical damage, and the game has several types, blunt, thrust, serratet, holy, etc. When you equip armor, you cant see the % redutions to damage it gives you, only a floating number, that means nothing without a way to calculate it. There is only higher and lower number, but how much reduction it gives is unknown. Which is stupid. Same thing with character stats on level up.
    There is no map, even after you beat an area/boss and loot every corpse, stone and trunk in it. This takes a bit from the immersion. On one side its good, because the level feels alot like a maze during the first go. But after completion levels are familiar and super easy to navigate, so a world wide map after completion would definetly increase the immersion.
    Story is not great, theres no denial. You happen to be in a bad place at the wrong time. there are e few dialogues but lore is very scarce. Everything is so vague that you quickly stop caring for it, and just beat the monsters and enjoy the great environments, which is good but still... more lore would have been nice.
    Thre is grind in the game. Once you get the hang of the combat mechanics and pace, the non bosses and non mini bosses are just filler. They can still 3 hit you and kill you, but they dont. You can simply reach a boss and be unable to kill it no matter how good you are, if your level is too low for it. Well you can, as I have on a couple of occasions, with trial and error (and dieing) you learn the boss moveset by heart, its animations to the frame, which takes some time, so youre better off grinding a few levels, which is faster, coming back, surviving a few hits and beating the boss, which still offers a very good challenge. So there is grinding, naturally. Bosses are the best thing about this game, thats why theres so many of them. With few of them, the most gigantic ones, there are camera problems. You just cant see the whole boss while hacking at his limbs, and you dont know what its doing and when its swinging. Luckyly for me, my TV has zoom out option, but still the could have just fix the camera for these bosses.
    One more problem and the last issue that I noticed. half of the weapons are in the DLC, locked behind a paywall. No problem for me, I got the GOTY and didnt have my PS4 until recently, but still...
    Anyway the game is great 9/10 for sure. If they want my 10/10 for Bloodborne 2 they have to improve on the exsisting RPG systems of the game and add more lore.
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  26. Sep 11, 2019
    8
    The game is unique. It has it's own style. I respect that. But sometimes it feels a bit too slow. It feels a bit PS3 mechanics comparing Sekiro (Yes yes I know Sekiro is a newer game but still). Beside that it is quite difficult which is okay. Biggest boss is the camera. I hate it. Especially if you are fighting against giant bosses. Camera is terrible.
  27. Jan 1, 2016
    9
    This game is hard and this makes it good. In order to control your character in game, you have to control yourself - you have to be coldblooded and patient.
    The all-time present danger of loosing everything is part of the dark atmosphere.
  28. Jun 9, 2016
    10
    What a beautiful "monster" this is. Probably the best video game in recent years (one of the best ever). Bloodborne keeps and slightly evolves the excellent and proven game play concepts of "Souls games", while with its settings, visual concept and sophisticated, intriguing story finally nails it completely, making it the bets From Software offering to date. Again the real winner here isWhat a beautiful "monster" this is. Probably the best video game in recent years (one of the best ever). Bloodborne keeps and slightly evolves the excellent and proven game play concepts of "Souls games", while with its settings, visual concept and sophisticated, intriguing story finally nails it completely, making it the bets From Software offering to date. Again the real winner here is that lovecraftian-macabre-gothic-horror visual concept, that suits "souls-like game" the most, easily surpassing the dark-fantasy concept of "Dark/Demon Souls" series. Hopefully we'll live to see a second part! Expand
  29. Mar 13, 2022
    10
    The best PS4 exclusive and arguably one the best Souls games (I slightly prefer Dark Souls 1 but both are masterpieces). Bloodborne is brutal and will challenge players from start to finish but damn is it rewarding. Whether you coop or not, this game is a harrowing and brutal adventure with of the most memorable and frightening bosses I've ever slain. The combat is faster than the otherThe best PS4 exclusive and arguably one the best Souls games (I slightly prefer Dark Souls 1 but both are masterpieces). Bloodborne is brutal and will challenge players from start to finish but damn is it rewarding. Whether you coop or not, this game is a harrowing and brutal adventure with of the most memorable and frightening bosses I've ever slain. The combat is faster than the other Souls games before it and while I was worried the addition of guns would ruin the combat, they actually don't and I could see some people liking their inclusion, but you can't rely on them per se. Think of this like an unforgiving hack and slash with a very gothic tone. This is worth buying a PS4 to play it and I can't imagine it's expensive anymore. Expand
  30. Mar 2, 2016
    9
    Fantastic game! Pleasantly different (in a good way) for fans of the Souls games. Giving it a 9, rather than a 10, because of inconsistent frame-rate problems.
Metascore
92

Universal acclaim - based on 100 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 99 out of 100
  2. Negative: 0 out of 100
  1. Playstation Official Magazine Australia
    May 26, 2015
    90
    Visually striking, nerve-shredding and a fascinating streamlining of the Souls formula. Bloodborne is an exclusive jewel in the PS4 crown and you need to own it. [June 2015, p71]
  2. Games Master UK
    May 24, 2015
    90
    What a world. What a combat system. What a game. You don't want to miss this. [June 2015, p.56]
  3. Playstation Official Magazine UK
    May 20, 2015
    90
    It offers unparalleled player agency when dealing with From's wonderful third-person combat. [May 2015, p.79]