Concrete Genie

 PlayStation 4
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8.1

Generally favorable reviews- based on 467 Ratings

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  1. amccann
    Nov 30, 2019
    10
    What a well done game! Fantastic artwork, good puzzles and a positive message to boot. This game studio deserves a lot of accolades. Very impressed. I'd recommend this game in a heartbeat. Great job guys!
  2. marcoballistic
    Oct 9, 2019
    10
    This game has been flying under the radar since its announcement at 2017's October Paris Games Week. Yet another Sony exclusive! And boy what a fun time I've been having. It is a fantasticly original concept, creative and rewarding with a good story too.

    I won't go on here as spoilers abound, so all I'll say is I highly recommend this, especially at the great release price. I was between    This game has been flying under the radar since its announcement at 2017's October Paris Games Week. Yet another Sony exclusive! And boy what a fun time I've been having. It is a fantasticly original concept, creative and rewarding with a good story too.

    I won't go on here as spoilers abound, so all I'll say is I highly recommend this, especially at the great release price.

    I was between a 9 or 10 but the fun originality wins it full marks. Not too many new concept games out there. And I absolutely love this. Bravo Pixel Opus    … Expand
  3. trasteando72
    Dec 6, 2019
    10
    Gran juego, uno de los tapados del año. Es de esos juegos únicos que no te deberías de perder, esta lleno de encanto, como otros como Unravel.
  4. keuly
    Oct 9, 2019
    10
    Jogo lindo demais

    fiquei apaixonado pelo universo e o gameplay, uma pena ser muito curto
  5. Wellek
    Oct 25, 2019
    10
    A unica coisa ruim desse jogo é ser curto, pois ele é uma obra prima! espero que a Sony veja seu potencial e faça uma continuação ou DLC.
    historia e jogabilidade maravilhosas!
  6. CAMLREVIEWS
    Oct 8, 2019
    10
    Una belleza de juego sin lugar a duda. Gráficos muy bonitos, buen gameplay e interesante historia.
  7. DARAGH82
    Dec 2, 2019
    10
    Love it, Game has a Magic feeling to it. Feel real Empathy toward the Characters
  8. Marat655
    Mar 12, 2021
    10
    Отличная игра, для разнообразия самое то, платина тоже легкая.
  9. Wendel
    Oct 8, 2019
    10
    Jogo muito bom. Superou minhas expectativas! Trabalho de arte impecável! E narrativa e historia envolventes... pena que é um jogo com cerca de 6 horas. Ainda sim merece ser jogado! Parabéns aos desenvolvedores!
  10. Kluivert00
    Oct 8, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Muito divertido, impressionante a fluidez do jogo,um jogo indie muito bom..… Expand
  11. Martinakara
    Oct 8, 2019
    10
    Game diferenciado, encantador e tecnicamente bem elaborado. Uma ideia fascinante, de encher os olhos, uma obra de arte.
  12. Steff86
    Oct 8, 2019
    10
    Amazing game! Playstation with more greatness as this is a visual masterpiece and best use of HDR to date. Mechanics work really well and the story is brilliant.
  13. Shadow1234
    Feb 10, 2021
    10
    This is one of those don't judge a book by its cover types of games. The game only takes several hours to Platinum, but the story and game play along the way make it incredible and worth the journey.
  14. xSelene89
    Oct 8, 2019
    10
    You need more then 5 brain cells to enjoy an artistic Game like this, thats why Gears of Flop 5 Fans dislike it and give this Game bad Scores ¯_(ツ)_/¯
  15. Selene
    Oct 8, 2019
    10
    Ignore the salty Xbox and Gears of Sh*t 5 Fanboys, this Game is a charming experience and perfect if you just want ro relax and enjoy the visuals for a bit
  16. Epic-jakeyo
    Feb 9, 2021
    10
    The happiest I've been playing games since I was a little kid on my PS1. Absolutely magical, innocent and beautiful.
  17. Crapgaymer1
    Oct 8, 2019
    10
    This is a very beautiful game and fun, don't listen to all the negative reviews from the salty xbots review bombing this game. They're mad because they have no exclusives what so ever
  18. DespairRemnant
    Oct 15, 2019
    10
    Fantastic game. The light visual effects remind me of inFamous Second Son. Strongly recommend the game to anyone
  19. BMX
    Oct 9, 2019
    10
    Amazing game absolutely stunning!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  20. Xxmedicodosus
    Oct 10, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Game muito bom, uma ótima história, personagem cativante,e gráficos top, ainda estou jogando e não consigo parar… Expand
  21. Josefinqq
    Oct 13, 2019
    10
    Belleza de juego PS siempre imaginando y dando ventaja a un solo desarrollador jugadlo
  22. Invaderfrost
    Oct 11, 2019
    10
    Everything about this game is beautiful the story the characters the animation everything
  23. Sniper_9700
    Oct 8, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The game from the shows I saw seemed to be an innovative idea.
    I wish this game success both in terms of feedbacks as well as sales.    … Expand
  24. IonMagus77
    Oct 8, 2019
    10
    Very pretty and sweet experience. This It also has an extra VR Mode but you dont need VR to play the Game
  25. The1AndOnly
    Oct 8, 2019
    10
    Beautiful game that lets you express your inner artist. Honestly a one of a kind experience with a heartfelt story and a unique gameplay mechanic. Do yourself a favor and pick this up. You won’t be sorry!
  26. dariuskoski
    Oct 8, 2019
    10
    Outra grande surpresa dos estúdios da sony,muito carisma no personagem principal e dá para notar todo o carinho com que desenvolveram o game
  27. HectorE86
    Oct 8, 2019
    10
    What a masterpiece! I had my doubts, but I was completely blown away by this game!!!
  28. Gilbertoo
    Oct 14, 2019
    10
    In the wake of so called AAA tripe being released (looking at you, Ubisoft). Concrete Genie is a charming and beautiful game unlike anything I have played previously.

    Yes it may be short but I enjoyed every minute I spent with the game and would recommend it to anybody and everybody.
  29. FrostbiteSlash
    Oct 9, 2019
    10
    Game is beautiful, creative and stunning to play! The detail and small touches you can add to your paintings make it such an enjoyable and memorable experience for each and every new painting I conjure up next! I would definitely recommend this game and people should support it! Pixel Opus may be a small team and this game may not be for everyone or the next big AAA game but it's a gem inGame is beautiful, creative and stunning to play! The detail and small touches you can add to your paintings make it such an enjoyable and memorable experience for each and every new painting I conjure up next! I would definitely recommend this game and people should support it! Pixel Opus may be a small team and this game may not be for everyone or the next big AAA game but it's a gem in the rough. The game is fantastic and the developers put their heart and soul into this and it shows!… Expand
  30. Nana1788
    Oct 11, 2019
    10
    I was amazed at how beautiful this game was for only 30 euro..i enjoyed every single bit of it and even cried a little at the end. Must buy. And there is still some replay value for the trophies
  31. Dunavan
    Oct 14, 2019
    10
    Happy little trees! I could easily spend hours in free paint making gorgeous landscapes that relax me. The sound effects, the 3d pop of the art from the walls. Its a perfect game for chilling after a long day.
  32. GoldenHour7
    Oct 16, 2019
    10
    One of the best game of my life .. so beautiful , kind , cute and creative ! Also have a very good touching story . Thank you Sony for another masterpiece !!!
  33. TheStarkz
    Oct 18, 2019
    10
    After purchasing the game just a few days ago, I beat it and I couldn’t be any happier to express my thoughts in full with you.

    Without spoiling too much, I am amazed and enormously pleased with how fleshed out the story was. You play as Ash, a young boy who enjoys painting and after being harassed by the typical bully group, they disperse his drawings throughout the lakeside community    After purchasing the game just a few days ago, I beat it and I couldn’t be any happier to express my thoughts in full with you.

    Without spoiling too much, I am amazed and enormously pleased with how fleshed out the story was. You play as Ash, a young boy who enjoys painting and after being harassed by the typical bully group, they disperse his drawings throughout the lakeside community of Denska, a local fishing area which has been abandoned due to the results of oil spills and competitive business, ruining the area. Ash has this desire to change the way people view Denska – which has since been overrun by this dark oily, ossified matter and of course teenaged delinquency that have trashed the village, and the goal is to spread light throughout the map basically through magic. This experience is incredibly rich and majestic, with vibrant colors that excite me with nothing ordinary of complete wonder. There’s a lot more hidden that really surprised me once I hit the 2nd to 3rd act of the story which brought out some intense and emotional feelings.

    Onto gameplay which I’m sure is one of the more important aspects to any game. I thought that it was refreshing and fun, quite honestly. There’s all sorts of tasks you can complete, from collectibles to wall painting objectives to finding different genie creatures that’ll help you take on different tasks. I suppose the more shocking moment of my entire experience was finding out that this game had platforming elements and a lot of it, and to my surprise, yet again; the platforming was very solid. I ran into hardly any technical issues jumping from one climbable asset to the next, which is a plus. Most Triple A Games aren’t able to compare to the level of quality demonstrated throughout this game and that’s saying something. To put it simply, the gameplay was fluid and felt like that from start to finish, with occasional, but less obvious frame dips, when it came to more intense parts of the game. As a whole, the gameplay was very fun and very rewarding.

    One thing many people tend to overlook in a game is the score, or the musical tunes that are present in it. I’m not like most people, though and I take into account everything there is that would be apart of a game, because it’s something that makes my experience more enjoyable. If I’m being truthful here, Concrete Genie has one of the best PlayStation Exclusive Tracks I have listened to in a long time, but my issue is that it isn’t a consistent one. You see, the musical underscore is there. When you print a design of an apple, or a tree, or a campfire on a wall, a tune will play, subtly, maybe even several times; which reinforces how beautiful the game is. Sadly, however, the score isn’t consistent as opposed to games that I’m used to, which have iconic main themes that always sticks with you no matter what. Concrete Genie’s score, on the other hand, is more of different tune mashups that work well collectively, which isn’t a compliant by any means as it is just something I would’ve preferred in the game. Still, though, I adored the track. It was artful.

    To conclude, Concrete Genie was a creatively unique, refreshing and crafty experience that impressed me every step of the way. I loved it, and I think you would too – which is why I’m giving it a 10 out of 10.    … Expand
  34. foxhounder
    Nov 3, 2019
    10
    Excellent game. Beautiful visuals, interesting concept, and heartwarming story.
    A little on the short side, but can't complain as the game's at a low price.
    Wish there were more games like these around.
  35. Newth05
    Nov 3, 2019
    10
    Perfeito em todos os sentidos, a forma simples como mostra a história dos personagens, amei !
  36. Turbo123
    Oct 19, 2022
    10
    A superb adventure that anyone can enjoy graphics are amazing cartoon style and so much fun love this game a most play period
  37. Leiri
    Jun 5, 2020
    10
    Amazing! The game is bright and melancholic at same time! I am just sad because is short. I enjoyed every second of the game and could have played a thousand hours.
  38. kunio
    Feb 6, 2021
    10
    just got around to playing this game and it’s awesome. i’m not a very creative person but the painting still made me feel creative lol. very fun and relaxing gameplay.
  39. Mr1
    May 12, 2021
    10
    Уникальный игровой опыт для меня, очень красивый проект!
  40. EndikaC
    Aug 31, 2021
    10
    Para mi uno de los juegos más bellos hecho por Sony, algo corto la verdad, pero una idea muy original
  41. Kulikov-den
    Feb 4, 2022
    10
    I can't find at least one flaw in this game, everything is so perfect in it: music, visuals, the atmosphere of a half-dead city, the plot, the meditative gameplay. So this creation has fallen into my soul.
  42. Shenandoah
    Aug 23, 2020
    10
    Amazing game with an unique and artful concept. Pixel Opus has made a fantastic job, well done!
  43. TheBober
    Mar 2, 2021
    10
    Bardzo przyjemna i pouczająca produkcja dla dzieci jak i dla dorosłych. Polecam
  44. Xonkire
    Feb 21, 2021
    10
    Игра своеобразная и зайдёт далеко не всем, ведь сделана она в полу-мультяшном полу-кукольном стиле с примесями Индюшатины, сюжет интересный, концовка банальная, а старые добрые стереотипы никуда не делись. Игра захватывает в себя, и ты буквально не можешь оторваться её, но это её же и минус. Игра очень короткая. Один (ну может два) вечера и игра пройдена на платину. В центре истории какИгра своеобразная и зайдёт далеко не всем, ведь сделана она в полу-мультяшном полу-кукольном стиле с примесями Индюшатины, сюжет интересный, концовка банальная, а старые добрые стереотипы никуда не делись. Игра захватывает в себя, и ты буквально не можешь оторваться её, но это её же и минус. Игра очень короткая. Один (ну может два) вечера и игра пройдена на платину. В центре истории как всегда, мальчик, которого все гнобят, а тот пытается всем доказать, что он клёвый. Игра зайдёт моралфагам, ведь ГГ не сделает ничего плохого главным антагонистам, даже если они убьют всю его семью. Если же не отвлекаться на это, то игра очень чувственная и живая, очень красивая и светлая, с очень необычной и интересной историей, которая, к сожалению, практически полностью состоит из клише. Был бы тут выбор оценок пошире, поставил бы 95, ну а так ставлю 10.… Expand
  45. Raios-Rogue
    Jan 18, 2022
    10
    What a beautiful magical game with incredible story great graphics. the innovation and magic of Pixel opus shows us why we love Playstation games so much i'm looking forward towards their next game
  46. Nicko__72
    Feb 14, 2021
    10
    Just played Concrete Genie. It is Amazing. I really enjoyed the game and the story. I'm going to go back and play it on VR now. This is a really different game from most and well worth the time. Great Game!
  47. imtischer
    Feb 4, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Jogo muito bom, eu não esparava tanto do jogo por conta de parecer um "jogo de criança", mas ele faz a gente refletir sobre várias coisa, como por exemplo o que um relacionamento não saudável entre os pais faz que seus filhos tenham que machucar os outros para se sentirem melhor, e que um má convivência com eles podem fazer tão mal a eles que faz eles terem a necessidade de maltratar outras pessoas para suprir o seu vazio interno, entao na ideia do jogo ele conseguiu se concretizar bem, e nas mecanicas não foi diferente, os comandos nao sao dificeis de serem feitos, as lutas contra os gênios sombrios é meio dificil quanto você esta jogando no modo "Difícil" (obviamente), então na minha visao o jogo foi perfeito.… Expand
  48. Stefanobed
    Sep 7, 2021
    10
    excellent, wonderful good experience , a interactive game style pixar. Another great exclusive PlayStation
  49. Kigunasu
    Dec 13, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I made an account just to review this game because i feel like i had to as I ended up in tears.
    I was feeling a bit down personally, games seemed boring to me, luckily I had this on my ps4 since it was free with ps plus months ago. When I saw the trailer back then I was super hyped about painting your own stuff and making it "alive" (well kinda, since you get some patterns and it's not free painting). Decided to give it a try after being tired of the same games over and over again.
    Well, this felt not only a real breath of fresh air, but also a game showing morals and values, something society lacks of right now.
    I really connected with the main protagonist, Ash, a boy with a will to explore, and to restore Denska to its original state where people were still happy and it was a colorful city.
    I couldn't help but cry when I thought Luna was gone forever, and when after all the progress made the bullies destroyed your art. Ash finally having friends and getting recognized what he achieved while keeping on doing what he loves the most is the greatest finale to a short game that ended up being a top 10 in my all time game list. Thanks to Sony and Pixel Opus devs and workers for making this happen. This is the kind of game that changes people.    … Expand
  50. Med_Ryan
    Feb 19, 2022
    10
    Masterpiece
    From Well Written Story to the engaging Gameplay & Combat to the freedom of exploration & stunning world to the emotional music, what an excellent experience delivered by PlayStation Studios I think everyone should absolutely experience this gem
  51. Eyssa
    Sep 6, 2022
    10
    Отличная игра, для разнообразия самое то, платина тоже легкая.
  52. imt558
    Jan 11, 2020
    9
    What an enjoyable game. And calming. At least something different. Painting Genies is great and fun and talk and also you can identify with them. For those which have a 4k TV and good HDR, colors will really shine. But game is short in some way. 7 hours with some exploration. I would rate this game with 8.5/10 But meta has a scale without decimals, i've rated this game with a 9. And also,What an enjoyable game. And calming. At least something different. Painting Genies is great and fun and talk and also you can identify with them. For those which have a 4k TV and good HDR, colors will really shine. But game is short in some way. 7 hours with some exploration. I would rate this game with 8.5/10 But meta has a scale without decimals, i've rated this game with a 9. And also, for trophy hunters, to get platinum, it's easy.… Expand
  53. OllyNorton
    Oct 11, 2019
    9
    If I were to describe this game in one word it would be beautiful, but not just because the world is beautiful, not just because the painting creations come alive in such beautifully animated colours, but also because the story that accompanies it is beautiful as well. The game itself blends old school concepts like floating collectables, and platforming, with new ideas like creating yourIf I were to describe this game in one word it would be beautiful, but not just because the world is beautiful, not just because the painting creations come alive in such beautifully animated colours, but also because the story that accompanies it is beautiful as well. The game itself blends old school concepts like floating collectables, and platforming, with new ideas like creating your own genies that accompany you throughout the levels helping you solve puzzles. This game is very unique and I can guarantee you won't have played anything quite like it. At $30, this was never meant to be a fully fledged title and comes in at around 6-7 hours for the first playthrough, the mileage you get after that is dependent on how much you enjoyed exploring the world and painting the additional scenes. I feel like there is something really special here that if expanded into a full fledged AAA would be mind blowing and I really hope they make a sequel.… Expand
  54. imafallguy
    Nov 11, 2019
    9
    Nearly perfect at accomplishing what it sets out to do, Concrete Genie delivers surprising and poignant insights through the universal language of art and color. Recommended to everyone of any age, background or social strata. We need more games like this.
  55. Kai82
    Jan 18, 2023
    9
    I would use this action adventure as an example that videogames can be art. Also I can see this turned into an awesome animated movie. It is the story of the teenager Ash who lives in the coastal town Denska. Denska has become a desolate place as darkness and decay have taken over. However Ash is a skilled artist and discovers that his drawings can banish the darkness. So begins his questI would use this action adventure as an example that videogames can be art. Also I can see this turned into an awesome animated movie. It is the story of the teenager Ash who lives in the coastal town Denska. Denska has become a desolate place as darkness and decay have taken over. However Ash is a skilled artist and discovers that his drawings can banish the darkness. So begins his quest in bringing back the better days by purging the darkness. The game is unique. You draw pictures to safe the day. You have an artbook with motives you can use and will expand it by finding more sheets. On special places you can draw Genies. Those colorful creatures are living in the walls and have special abilities that can help you. Of cause there is opposition as the darkness blocks your path and there is a gang of bullies that will trash you. I like the story and gameplay a lot. Even more when I thought the game will get repetitive it surprised me with a nice twist for both. The art style is amazing and especially the genies are truly magnificent. I almost forgot those were not real a few times. Like I said it is easily adaptable into an animation. The riddles are nice integrated into the system and I want more like that. A quick advice: The motion control did not work that well for me and I switched it to the right stick in the options. Back to the review. The game was refreshing and felt unique. It created emotions and I enjoyed the whole experience. After the conclusion of the story I would applaud the whole team behind it. To be fair I must warn you that I finished the game in maybe 8 hours so it is a bit short and it might not be for everyone. Also you are a bit limited at the start in drawing options. Overall the art style, characters, story and gameplay won me over. I give a 9/10 and recommend it if you want something unique that feels like an animated movie.… Expand
  56. EduardoMeurer
    Feb 19, 2022
    9
    Jogo muito subestimado, a forma como trata do bullyng é muito boa, além de ser uma obra de arte, uma pena ser muito curto.
  57. Berzep
    Oct 21, 2019
    9
    Creative, graphic, story, drawing, and of course you can create your own GENIE!
    Actually i can't remember any game of this type, but maybe it's first new genre with drawing, i love drawing and this game make's you be more creative, so why don't create something from your dream?
    Graphic is stylish! Story is helpful against bullying, and i plunged into this story! I recommend this game,    Creative, graphic, story, drawing, and of course you can create your own GENIE!
    Actually i can't remember any game of this type, but maybe it's first new genre with drawing, i love drawing and this game make's you be more creative, so why don't create something from your dream?
    Graphic is stylish!
    Story is helpful against bullying, and i plunged into this story!
    I recommend this game, you enjoy lot of fun! :)    … Expand
  58. SuperDuck23
    Dec 8, 2019
    9
    Imaginative and feel-good, Concrete Genie is simply delightful. It feels like a celebration of how art and colour can help us climb out of the bleak pits that we all occasionally find ourselves in. The game is also just the right length so it avoids becoming repetitive, but to tell the truth I would've been happy to continue playing for a little more as it just put a smile on the face.
  59. MasterRiley
    Oct 14, 2019
    9
    Concrete Genie is a really beautifully crafted game with an amazing art style and soundtrack, as well as a simple yet touching story. You play as Ash, a young boy who loves to draw and paint. He wanders the streets of his old home, Denska, an abandoned town now only visited by misbehaving kids who bully him. Your goal in the game is to paint across all the walls in Denska which in turnConcrete Genie is a really beautifully crafted game with an amazing art style and soundtrack, as well as a simple yet touching story. You play as Ash, a young boy who loves to draw and paint. He wanders the streets of his old home, Denska, an abandoned town now only visited by misbehaving kids who bully him. Your goal in the game is to paint across all the walls in Denska which in turn will relight and bring the town back to life. You can also paint genies which come to life and help you along your journey throughout the game. The painting mechanic can get a bit repetitive but the game is short enough that it doesn't become too much of a bother. It really is a unique experience not like many other games. If you enjoy drawing/painting and exploring a world with a beautiful art style this game is for you.… Expand
  60. LBEDZKI44
    Oct 10, 2019
    9
    There has not been a game that I have connected with and enjoyed is quite a while. Concrete Genie is a touching story, that makes you appreciate life and the little things. I loved the games world, the creatures, art style and music. The game gives you so much creative freedom and makes everything you do and make feel unique. To me, this is a steal at $30 with a VR mode included and is aThere has not been a game that I have connected with and enjoyed is quite a while. Concrete Genie is a touching story, that makes you appreciate life and the little things. I loved the games world, the creatures, art style and music. The game gives you so much creative freedom and makes everything you do and make feel unique. To me, this is a steal at $30 with a VR mode included and is a must play PlayStation exclusive and earns a spot in Sony's first party no doubt.… Expand
  61. iMustang
    Dec 28, 2019
    9
    Easily Sony's best PS4 exclusive of 2019. This game made by a small studio within Sony called Pixelopus is a project filled with absolute love and beauty. For only a $30 asking price (both physically and digitally), this game is an incredible journey about a boy trying to save a town that has all but died with a magical paintbrush. You create these creatures called genies you can fullyEasily Sony's best PS4 exclusive of 2019. This game made by a small studio within Sony called Pixelopus is a project filled with absolute love and beauty. For only a $30 asking price (both physically and digitally), this game is an incredible journey about a boy trying to save a town that has all but died with a magical paintbrush. You create these creatures called genies you can fully customize and really feel like you're bringing to life as you cover the town in your unique drawings. Along the way you experience an incredible story, work to dodge a group of bullies that may have more depth than they let on, and experience visuals and music that are breathtaking. If you have a PS4, this is one that I highly recommend. Don't let this journey fly under your radar.… Expand
  62. nathanliapis
    Dec 11, 2021
    9
    Gameplay: 8/10, Graphics: 9/10, Audio: 9/10, Loading: 9/10. Underrated game, beautiful artistic world. Very relaxing game!
  63. cdvp
    Oct 12, 2019
    9
    Muito bonito esse jogo só é pena o modo psvr ser só um bonus, devia ter mais
  64. DjaySuzi
    Mar 11, 2021
    9
    I expected this to be a 6/10 before I started playing and it far exceeded my expectations. The gameplay, artwork (including the joy of being able to create my own and see it displayed all over), story, voice acting, style, and everything else was a blast to be a part of. The only things I didn't care for are the ability to skip cutscenes (even though I enjoyed them, I realize not everyoneI expected this to be a 6/10 before I started playing and it far exceeded my expectations. The gameplay, artwork (including the joy of being able to create my own and see it displayed all over), story, voice acting, style, and everything else was a blast to be a part of. The only things I didn't care for are the ability to skip cutscenes (even though I enjoyed them, I realize not everyone will) and implementation of motion control (thankfully can be switched to the right stick), as well as the way painting feels while trying to walk around - the forced camera angles can tend to be quite cumbersome. I played this alongside my girlfriend and she had just as much fun.… Expand
  65. Pendar_99
    Oct 20, 2019
    9
    Concrete Genie is an ambitious game, and it matches that ambition with heart.
  66. bboyred30
    Feb 5, 2020
    9
    Beautiful and tight story, Amazing Claymation esque graphics really make seem more tangible than other similar games. Not a perfect game but as close as your going to get with true artistic vision and it is Seriously Well Priced!!
  67. xaviar_nl
    Feb 5, 2020
    9
    A very nice game with a warm atmosphere. In the very last part of the game (I won't spoil anything about it), suddenly the mood changes quite a bit and make it "less warm". But that is the only downside for me: for the rest I love it.
  68. DrewZ
    Jul 14, 2020
    9
    Uno de los juegos indie mas bellos y artisticamente que eh visto desde que se anuncio una historia algocorta pero muy buena y divertida es una pasada pintar las paredes y dejar fluir tu creatividad
  69. LG_Fox_Brazil
    Jul 6, 2020
    9
    A charming little gem that is probably one of the most underrated games of this generation. A visual achievement like only Vanillaware and a few other companies were able to achieve. Great gameplay, gorgeous and charismatic genies and a somewhat simple, but fulfilling story. A must for any player that wants some platforming fun with an unique art style
  70. alank8704
    Mar 1, 2021
    9
    amazing game a must play. get it while you can on ps plus but even after that it is worth the buy. loved the game and platinum the game.
  71. ALEXX84290
    Feb 5, 2021
    9
    El juego es hermoso, con un apartado gráfico gráfico sublime, no tengo palabras para describir este juego, me la he pasado bomba. La única pega que para tiene el juego, es que demora hasta casi el final del juego para abrirse tanto en mecánicas como en jugabilidad
  72. Guados
    Feb 8, 2021
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. My Top PS4/PS5 Games
    1. Ghost of Tsushima 9,7/10
    2. God of War 9,5/10 and Spiderman 9,5/10
    3. Other for TOP3    … Expand
  73. SrAnormal
    Feb 3, 2021
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Um jogo muito bom e divertido de jogar nas primeiras horas,porém acaba ficando meio repetitivo com o tempo,até chegar no final e ter uma reviravolta de jogabilidade que por si só é bem basica,mas é um bom jogo com historia é graficos muito bons… Expand
  74. HellboySmellboy
    Feb 11, 2021
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. this game was an absolute joy to play through. It’s start was a liiitle weak, especially with the poorly done coloring mechanics from that bit in the sketchbook, the game soon win me over with its near perfect pacing, charming painting mechanics, and concise length. The complete gameplay shift at the halfway point (or 3/4 point if you spent way too much time painting extra **** like me) was jarring for sure, but reflected the severity of the stakes in the story and didn’t take long to get used to at all, especially with it’s mechanical simplicity. I definitely enjoyed joking to myself about superpaint being Ash’s devil trigger. The core painting element was phenomenal and I feel the true reward for completion was the sweeping shot from the end of the game that shows all your artwork with the beautiful score underneath, rewarding player creativity. The game oozes charm like I ooze gas and for free dollars and zero cents right now on PS plus it’s absolutely worth the play.… Expand
  75. Chandler43
    Mar 28, 2021
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Concrete Genie is an excellent game for all ages. There isn't much of a story but is enough to get by without dragging on a boring plot. The game does a well job in making each character relatable and not wasting time on their back story, it's straight to the point. At first, i thought the bullies were just going to be annoying kids throughout the game, but the creators did a good job showing the players why these bullies are mean and makes players who cannot relate understand why bullies exist. They are calling out for help, it's up to us to find a way to be there for them instead of seeking revenge. It is also interesting of the way the creators made us see genies in a different forms, instead of the genie in a lamp scenario which most people think is where they came from. The collectables are fun to collect without being too overwhelming like some games that overkill with collectables. The city is a cute little place that makes exploration exciting and makes you want to look around every corner to see what you can find. I wasn't a huge fan of the art design choice, but it is different, so kudos for standing out. Overall, Concrete Genie is a masterpiece and especially for kids its worth a try!… Expand
  76. Silvio96
    Oct 28, 2021
    9
    Gioco molto piacevole
    Mi ha sorpreso in positivo
    Forse un po' troppo breve ma va bene lo stesso
  77. Moish
    Nov 21, 2019
    8
    A fun, beautiful looking game with a reflective and moving story, an indie game reaching for a AA game that stimulates your creativity on a puzzle and platforming based gameplay implementing combat and other mechanics also, which only flaws are being too short and implementing certain mechanics maybe too late and for just a small part of the game, one of those trophy lists that are wellA fun, beautiful looking game with a reflective and moving story, an indie game reaching for a AA game that stimulates your creativity on a puzzle and platforming based gameplay implementing combat and other mechanics also, which only flaws are being too short and implementing certain mechanics maybe too late and for just a small part of the game, one of those trophy lists that are well balanced and are for every player.… Expand
  78. Dragonfly44
    Oct 24, 2020
    8
    The gameplay and environments all feel fresh and unique and it was a joy to play this short but sweet adventure, even if the story was quite predictable. 80/100
  79. Edgard86
    Feb 16, 2021
    8
    O game é bom pela proposta. Tem uma história clichê mas que serve bem para crianças e jóvens. A game play é legal, vc consegue fazer muitas pinturas pela cidade. A platina parece fácil, o jogo da muitos trofeus sem esforço. Porém o game se torna repetitivo em alguns momento. Não chega ser um problema grande pois o game é super curto, porém não vale o preço que é vendido fora de promoção,O game é bom pela proposta. Tem uma história clichê mas que serve bem para crianças e jóvens. A game play é legal, vc consegue fazer muitas pinturas pela cidade. A platina parece fácil, o jogo da muitos trofeus sem esforço. Porém o game se torna repetitivo em alguns momento. Não chega ser um problema grande pois o game é super curto, porém não vale o preço que é vendido fora de promoção, pois é curto demais. Uma experiencia de 2 ou 3 dias no máximo. Compre em promoção. PSN: Edgard_1986… Expand
  80. Gothsteve
    Feb 15, 2021
    8
    This was a game I wanted to play for a while and when it was free on psplus I had to play. What a beautiful game to play. Enjoyable story, characters and love the genies. A genuinely gentle and fun game.
  81. mmarkk3
    Feb 21, 2021
    8
    Never played a game like this. It is very artistic, and pleasing to the eyes, and it is about exploring and painting. It is definitely not for everybody, but it is surely a unique experience.
  82. bersi84
    Jul 12, 2020
    8
    Concrete Genie is a very innovative and chill game. I have a hard time rating this properly because the actual game loop is very exceptional but also kinda simple and monotaneous. The graphics are outstanding. The sound design is solid also on the surround end. The game itself is pretty short with around 6 to 8hrs of playtime. I enjoyed my time with this game its very chill and laid back.Concrete Genie is a very innovative and chill game. I have a hard time rating this properly because the actual game loop is very exceptional but also kinda simple and monotaneous. The graphics are outstanding. The sound design is solid also on the surround end. The game itself is pretty short with around 6 to 8hrs of playtime. I enjoyed my time with this game its very chill and laid back. If you are up for something like that then go for it but I still stay that it should have a small sale at least.

    I didnt use the VR component but the controls are still good. Painting is probably a bit harder.    … Expand
  83. xiekaidream
    Sep 17, 2021
    8
    美版神笔马良（不是； 前半段轻度解密跑酷，体感画画有点像大神，后半段变成了战斗玩法略重复； 剧情转折略生硬； 不过只狼打的怀疑人生之后玩这个小品游戏真是太治愈了
  84. superpyro296
    Jan 9, 2022
    8
    I think Concrete Genie is a great game with an amazing art direction. It is quite a short game (maybe 6 or 7 hours) but it definitely worth it. It's not a game with deep mechanics, leveling system, etc....but it is a nice platforming story game with some interesting puzzles. I think this game could have been even better if they implemented the combat before in the campaign. It is a easyI think Concrete Genie is a great game with an amazing art direction. It is quite a short game (maybe 6 or 7 hours) but it definitely worth it. It's not a game with deep mechanics, leveling system, etc....but it is a nice platforming story game with some interesting puzzles. I think this game could have been even better if they implemented the combat before in the campaign. It is a easy recommendation for me that deserves a 8/10. I hope this studio will make other games in the future and Sony will encourage it.… Expand
  85. Ruzaky
    Aug 6, 2020
    8
    This game is like playing Pixar cartoon. Looks very goods. Music is great. Gameplay is very unique.
    Good game
  86. almostfamousguy
    Oct 8, 2019
    8
    Игра приятная.
    Единичный продукт!Оригинальный геймплей и рисовка игрового мира.
    Видно сразу что всё это ручная работа.Разработчики креативны.
    Удачи им.
    От меня на эмоциях 10 баллов.
  87. crazyking321
    Oct 10, 2019
    8
    it's fun and has a unique idea what always good (did not play this in VR) .
  88. ToshLichev
    Feb 7, 2021
    8
    Concrete Genie is the epitome of chill-out gaming. It delivers a pleasant story with fun and fresh gameplay mechanics and pleasing visuals.

    The world of Concrete Genie is small but just big enough to serve the game's needs. The art style is great and the game's gameplay never gets old, mainly because it tends to change up and always gives you something new to play with. The concept of    Concrete Genie is the epitome of chill-out gaming. It delivers a pleasant story with fun and fresh gameplay mechanics and pleasing visuals.

    The world of Concrete Genie is small but just big enough to serve the game's needs. The art style is great and the game's gameplay never gets old, mainly because it tends to change up and always gives you something new to play with. The concept of the geenies is very well executed and truly gives the player the feeling that he is bringing life back into the city.

    The story could have been a little bit longer but it successfully manages to tell a heartfelt tale without being preachy or cringey which is harder than you'd think.

    Overall the only real problems I had with the game were a few technical bugs that made getting a plat a bit annoying towards the end. Other than that it is a great experience from start to finish.    … Expand
  89. BruceThePro
    Jun 20, 2020
    8
    Great game for a small price. The Genies are adorable and interacting with them is just a lot of fun. Recommended.
  90. skskskddd
    Sep 11, 2021
    8
    Cute game. I am a terrible arist and i can't draw even a sun but this game make me feel exciting for drawing. Its a game for kids but you can play it if you are a adult and you want to see a cool story. Its very short so it never makes you feel tired while you playing it. Its an easy 5 hours platinum with also a cool story and graphics for this type. The only bad thing is that i think itCute game. I am a terrible arist and i can't draw even a sun but this game make me feel exciting for drawing. Its a game for kids but you can play it if you are a adult and you want to see a cool story. Its very short so it never makes you feel tired while you playing it. Its an easy 5 hours platinum with also a cool story and graphics for this type. The only bad thing is that i think it has very low fps (i played on ps5).… Expand
  91. 1MM0RTAL
    Oct 8, 2019
    8
    Real contrasting, bright neon in gloomy scenery. Heard it was inspired by JSRF. Can totally see why with traversal platforming elements and decorating the levels with a palette of easy to use thematic tools. Easy to make a mural on basically any wall. Reminds me of the movie Coraline, but only a little.
  92. Junior40
    Oct 8, 2019
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. good game more with inaccurate controls can improve with updates weak story just now stuffing sausage… Expand
  93. tk_sb
    Jan 7, 2020
    8
    This is really beautiful game, graphic and art are amazing! Gameplay also really good, it's first game where motion control work well) Another one great exclusive for PS4!
  94. XAKER4
    Oct 30, 2019
    8
    Игра красивая но со своим уклоном ! Гемплей не для всех ! Не была разрекламирована сони ,отсюда и провал и низкие продажи игры ! А жаль разработчиов , душу вкладывали в игру видно ! Огромное спасибо сони за русскую озвучку !Игра красивая но со своим уклоном ! Гемплей не для всех ! Не была разрекламирована сони ,отсюда и провал и низкие продажи игры ! А жаль разработчиов , душу вкладывали в игру видно ! Огромное спасибо сони за русскую озвучку !
  95. eXoFrey
    Oct 31, 2019
    8
    Absolutely stunning game for all ages! The music is amazing and the gameplay is easy to master! The story is beautiful! I loved it! A bit too short, but still amazing!
  96. GabFire
    Aug 11, 2020
    8
    O jogo é muito lindo, possui um visual artístico perfeito e com uma proposta muito diferente e interessante.
  97. m1ku47
    Jul 9, 2020
    8
    Игра кайф : прикольная механика и рисунки, очень добрый сюжет. Минусы : слабая графика и местами кривые анимации
  98. rcoberle54
    Mar 2, 2021
    8
    This is a simple and sweet little indie-like platformer with hack and slash elements. It reminded me of Infamous First Light meets Splatoon. It's creative and inventive and I had a blast getting lost in this world. Great game for kids and adults alike. It's different enough to be a breath of fresh air, but familiar enough for players of every kind to jump into.
  99. carlos69_420
    Feb 15, 2021
    8
    Gracias al ps plus pude probar este gran juego, creo que tiene la duración necesaria para no cansar, buen apartado gráfico y un arte excelente.
  100. Sus1216
    Jul 11, 2020
    8
    Desde que vi el juego anunciado me llamó la atención por su apartado artístico. El juego narra una historia sencilla que trata sobre el acoso, muy bien implementada con los monstruos que vamos creando con el protagonista con nuestro pincel. El juego tiene un tono muy colorido y es muy bonito una vez vamos pintando las diferentes zonas de los escenarios. Los puzzles son sencillos y no esDesde que vi el juego anunciado me llamó la atención por su apartado artístico. El juego narra una historia sencilla que trata sobre el acoso, muy bien implementada con los monstruos que vamos creando con el protagonista con nuestro pincel. El juego tiene un tono muy colorido y es muy bonito una vez vamos pintando las diferentes zonas de los escenarios. Los puzzles son sencillos y no es difícil avanzar. Mientras jugaba, me di cuenta de que tenía mecánicas muy a lo Uncharted, escalando edificios, bajando por tirolinas, etc. Las creaciones de los monstruos están bastante limitadas y hubiese agradecido más libertad a la hora de dibujar, pero tampoco es que sea un gran punto negativo. El juego si vas a saco te dura 8-9 horas pero también tiene coleccionables que alargan la aventura hasta las 15 horas. Para mí, un juego muy disfrutable con mecánicas interesantes.… Expand
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 83 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 50 out of 83
  2. Mixed: 32 out of 83
  3. Negative: 1 out of 83
  1. Edge Magazine
    Dec 5, 2019
    60
    One thing is certain: Concrete Genie's identity crisis proves its creators still have some maturing left to do. [Issue#340, p.106]
  2. GAMINGbible
    Dec 5, 2019
    80
    The whole game offers up an innocent thrill with the kind of naive charm you get from a well-crafted kids movie, like The Goonies. The characters all have a delightful appeal, the world of Denska is enchanting, and the story is well delivered. It is on the short side, and doesn't feel like a challenge even when the story suggests you're in a difficult moment, but it's definitely worth replaying again and again. In short, Concrete Genie is a beautiful game all about emotions and doing what's right, and it's truly very special.
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  3. PLAY! Zine
    Dec 2, 2019
    85
    Concrete Genie is a stylized marvellous platform that will channel your inner artist. Too bad VR support is not more integrated into the core gameplay.
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