Detroit: Become Human

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  1. WranglerActual
    Jun 18, 2018
    9
    Best interactive story game that I have ever played. My game of the year 2018. Awesome game.
  2. RaekenC
    Jun 18, 2018
    10
    Connor, Markus and Kara are awesome characters to play.. great job Quantic Dream.. please make more new games in future after this game
  3. ladyxxzero
    Jun 18, 2018
    10
    This game made me cry. It's so amazing - every path of character is so different, so unique. You just want to replay as many times, to get all options. QuanticDream made amazing game, and everyone should at least try it. The love and hard work, you can see it in the production. May i ask it, personally, game of the year!
  4. NikolayG
    Jun 18, 2018
    8
    Detroit: Become Human, is Quantic Dreams' latest game. It takes place in a visually hyper-realistic slightly futuristic version of Detroit, Michigan. If you like it, then you should try Quantic Dreams' previous games - Beyond: Two Souls, and also Heavy Rain (which you can buy on the PS4 online game store), as well as their earlier games, Fahrenheit (which is also known as Indigo Prophecy)Detroit: Become Human, is Quantic Dreams' latest game. It takes place in a visually hyper-realistic slightly futuristic version of Detroit, Michigan. If you like it, then you should try Quantic Dreams' previous games - Beyond: Two Souls, and also Heavy Rain (which you can buy on the PS4 online game store), as well as their earlier games, Fahrenheit (which is also known as Indigo Prophecy) and Omikron the Nomad Soul (both of these last two can be found at gog.com for cheap. These last two are pc games. All of these games have a similar gameplay style except Omikron, which is very different.

    Detroit: Become Human resembles in many ways the TV show, "Humans," though it was in development before Humans first aired. The game concerns the world in the near future, when people own lifelike robots. These robots are popular with the wealthy but the working class hate them for taking their jobs. Now, perhaps due to a new upgrade, some of the robots are gaining a sense of right and wrong, and wills of their own. The game follows a few different robots to a point where their paths converge. One robot is a young woman whose employer is abusive to his daughter. Another is a caretaker for a wealthy artist whose no-good son is jealous of the robot. A third is a detective who is partnered with another detective who hates robots. The visuals are amazing. The acting is great. The stories are intriguing and at times very suspenseful. The game consists of walking around, finding clues, speaking with other characters, and at times has action sequences that produce quite an adrenalin rush. The game resembles traditional point and click adventures except it has no real puzzles or, the puzzles that do exist are so simple I wouldn't personally even call them puzzles.

    The game also shows you at the end of each chapter, a map indicating what you did in that chapter as well as where you could have done certain things but did not. The things you didn't do are revealed by blank boxes. There are no spoilers in the flowchart. Also, when you speak to characters, blank dialogue choices will appear to indicate that - if you had done certain things in the past - additional dialogue choices would have been available to you. The game also has multiple endings based on choices you make while playing.

    It is a great game, with superlative story, visuals, and acting. I would have given it a 10 if it was not marred by one very bad design flaw. On-screen prompts indicate every little thing you can do. If I can open a door by rotating my thumbstick a certain way, a symbol on-screen will tell me that when I get near the door. If I can pick up a book by pushing my thumbstick up, a symbol on screen will tell me that when I get near the book. If I am looking for someone and knock on their door and ring their doorbell, words will pop up on the screen telling me to discover another way inside. Ya' think?

    The designers might respond, "Yes but in many situations the gesture you need to make with the thumbstick or with the entire controller, is unique to that situation, so we have to give you these symbols."

    My answer to that is, Most of the time the gestures are consistent. Sometimes they're not. The designers should have made it so gestures are consistent so players can learn them in one tutorial chapter and then be on their own. If a particular quirky moment requires something different, OK in that instance show a symbol on screen, but only in those very few quirky moments.

    I cannot even turn these symbols off. They should have made it so you can turn them off and then by toggling a press of the left or right stick, I could turn them on if I need them. But having your hand held all the way through a game is extremely annoying.

    That said, Detroit: Become Human is still a solid 8. It is also unlike any other game you can buy. Yes, it is squarely in the adventure genre (true adventure, not action adventure, meaning it has a lot of plot and is not about action, though it has action scenes here and there) but within that genre Detroit: Become Human takes an approach that is unique and more story-driven than any game (aside from games by the same company) that I can think of.    … Expand
  5. Pepefromage
    Jun 18, 2018
    9
    This game is more than i expected. I've played heavy rain and didn t felt so engaged and dedicated to the faith of the caracters like in detroit become human . It's the first time i'm stuck to the couch and cant stop playing . But i decided to stop after almost 5 hours because i dont want it to end to soon. It's intense and despite weird behavior because of the controls when moving around,This game is more than i expected. I've played heavy rain and didn t felt so engaged and dedicated to the faith of the caracters like in detroit become human . It's the first time i'm stuck to the couch and cant stop playing . But i decided to stop after almost 5 hours because i dont want it to end to soon. It's intense and despite weird behavior because of the controls when moving around, it deserve some prize in a out of categories type of game . Bravo Quantic dream!!!… Expand
  6. MihneaCalin
    Jun 18, 2018
    10
    I cannot recommend this game enough. First of all, it is as much a game as it is a mental experiment, a way to challenge you and your values, your definitions of what life, freedom, God and singularity are. It can be as deeply emotional as it is profound, as it forces you to feel attached to the characters as well as ponder their personal motivations. Its diversity and the choices itI cannot recommend this game enough. First of all, it is as much a game as it is a mental experiment, a way to challenge you and your values, your definitions of what life, freedom, God and singularity are. It can be as deeply emotional as it is profound, as it forces you to feel attached to the characters as well as ponder their personal motivations. Its diversity and the choices it offers are also remarkable, much better than those of any Quantic Dream game beforehand, Heavy Rain included. But most of all i was impressed by how the game challenges your perceptions of what's real and what's not, and it does that in a variety of ways, including by using its Main Menu in ways i have never seen before (promoting so-called philosophical surveys, asking you questions, it even goes as far, depending on your choices, as to challenge you to allow the eyecandy android depicted in its menu animations to 'walk free', meaning you will lose her as the 'face of the game', which will be replaced by a (mostly) white image. I loved the way she was implemented, and was really sad to see her go, but it's all about one's values, isn't it? As for the endings, they can be really heart-wrenching as it is really hard (or impossible?) to get the 'good' ones for ALL parties involved, or all 3 main characters - and the fact that they're all wonderfully constructed makes it very hard to decide who you want to sacrifice, especially since the repercussions of your actions are rarely easily apparent in the game. Overall, this was a one of a kind experience and, for me, a complete masterpiece. Well done Quantic Dream, you completely surpassed even my highest expectations!… Expand
  7. PikachuEatsSoap
    Jun 17, 2018
    8
    This is currently the best David Cage game to ever be released. The writing is good (with the exceptions of some minor hiccups), the characters are interesting, and the soundtrack is memorable. If David Cage can make a game with writing of this caliber and some good gameplay alongside his solid writing, he would have a 10/10 game.
  8. Dantemercer
    Jun 17, 2018
    10
    Simply Breathtaking. This is one of the most impressive storytelling games of all time! I loved every moment of this game and the fact that one wrong turn can destroy basically everything or improve something that you did wrong. It gets so emotional sometimes i actually tried to hold tears in, it's simply amazing. 10/10
  9. njja02
    Jun 17, 2018
    7
    The first chapter for Markus and Kara were boring, and the game had a few moments where the writing fell completely flat. But, the game was mostly well put together overall. The characters were memorable and super well voice acted. Everything technical wise was phenomenal. And overall I had a lot of fun, even though the ending I got was not what I wanted.
  10. DMJReviews
    Jun 16, 2018
    9
    It's another banger from Sony's Quantic Dream with David Cage at the steering wheel. For the first time we get to see their ability to imagine a new world - complete with world building (and story world). It was interesting to witness the formula in a world not just handed to them. In a world that is not entirely our own. While this game borrows heavily from our world and its problems - itIt's another banger from Sony's Quantic Dream with David Cage at the steering wheel. For the first time we get to see their ability to imagine a new world - complete with world building (and story world). It was interesting to witness the formula in a world not just handed to them. In a world that is not entirely our own. While this game borrows heavily from our world and its problems - it was a joy to play in a world tailored to tell the tale of Detroit: Become Human. I wouldn't call it lazy. I feel a re imagining of our world is the right choice for the messages conveyed throughout the game. I love an epic fantasy world the likes of Xenoblade Chronicles and Final Fantasy, and Detroit takes place somewhere between that and a world like The Last of Us has. It's familiar but not entirely and they don't just pull the "post-apocalyptic" gimmick.

    I was blown away by the game like I always am with these titles from this developer. The formula works well for me so I´m very biased. So how is Detroit worth your time? It excels at narrative, sound, visual impression and replayability.
    The narrative branches wider than ever and minute details can become big game changers down the road. Every isolated scene includes its own branches and paths you can traverse. I feel like we're still not quite there. Like even though the degree of freedom is comparatively massive, it still feels limited. I can't quite put my finger on it. But we are getting there. I dislike some of the dialog options and how they are presented. Sometimes you'll choose "solution" and what your character says is not at all what I imagined. And finally, when you do pick a path, you cannot go back. Even if you change your mind a second after picking it. "No! Go back down that ladder, I missed that item over there!".

    The soundtrack is divided into three parts. Each with its own distinct sound and direction. My personal favorite is the soundtrack by the composer: Nima Fakhrara. The tracks are full of suspense, intrigue and mystery and goes well with playing the detective. Most of the tracks are ambiance, so don´t expect to listen to the tracks outside the game. Well "Connor chase ost" is pretty good admittedly.

    Art style. It’s photo-realism done right. I’m a huge sucker for stylized graphics (think Xenoblade Chronicles 2, Breath of the Wild) and I usually don't care for realism. This game showed me the kind of photo-realism even I can appreciate. The key is in the interior design, architecture and use of colors. It really feels like a stylized reality and even though the characters look human, there's a sense of wonder about them. You can tell they are not quite real and instead similar to fairy tale characters. Except Little Red Riding Hood suddenly looks photo-realistic.

    It bugs me a lot that they decided to censor this title. No nudity, no display of affection unless disguised by "clever camera angles" and even though the game has blood, you never notice any splatter.

    -It's fun, deep and interactive and I would say it's a thinking man's game.

    I give it a 9/10 on a scale where '1' is "The Last of Us" and '10' is Persona 5.    … Expand
  11. nekocrouton
    Jun 16, 2018
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. After playing through the game a couple of times, I can't give it more than a 7. It's one of those games where the graphics and details really suck you in at first, and there are some intense moments that try to clutch at your heartstrings, but then later on the plot twists and bad writing hit and really suck the air out of its sails.

    The characters are really kind of flat, as much as Cage tries to give them some sort of personality, but they all basically come down to the embodiment of certain over-used tropes. At the end of the game there's a survey that asks if anything resonated with you in the game, and it's pretty telling that for the most part, most people did not. Myself included. I couldn't really feel connected to the characters. Maybe because deep down in my brain, I know that they're just machines? Or maybe because there really wasn't much depth to them. Either way, there was no emotional attachment there.

    The 'plot twist' where you find out that Alice is also an android instead of a human child really ruins any replayability of Kara's route for me, especially since so many of her tasks/actions revolve around keeping Alice safe/warm. An android looking out for another android is just the same as the rest of the game, but an android looking out for a human child is something that seems a little more touching and moving. Bad writing ruining things once again.

    The parts with Markus and 'liberty for androids' being so closely mirrored to the civil rights movement only made me cringe. So many parts of this game being torn out from other movies and TV shows made it... not so original. And some of the endings of the game where it just ends and the credits roll, feel super jarring.

    The only good thing about this game is the fact that Bryan Dechart (who plays Connor) is so into his role and so appreciative of the people who have made the game as big as it is. But I still can't give the game a higher score.    … Expand
  12. Nimzabaat
    Jun 16, 2018
    9
    It's like a Tell Tale game with incredible graphics. If you don't like those kind of games then it isn't for you. If you do like that style of game then this is one of the best I have seen.
  13. UndertoneBG
    Jun 16, 2018
    10
    Made an account just for this game. Anyone giving this masterpiece below a 9 has no soul or has some sort of an agenda. The game is an absolute emotional roller-coaster and if you didn't feel anything while playing it you need to see a psychologist. 10/10 Graphics, 10/10 Soundtrack, 10/10 Atmosphere, 10/10 Depth and emotion, 10/10 Choices. Story and writing is beautiful. This is a gameMade an account just for this game. Anyone giving this masterpiece below a 9 has no soul or has some sort of an agenda. The game is an absolute emotional roller-coaster and if you didn't feel anything while playing it you need to see a psychologist. 10/10 Graphics, 10/10 Soundtrack, 10/10 Atmosphere, 10/10 Depth and emotion, 10/10 Choices. Story and writing is beautiful. This is a game that everyone needs to play at least once in their lifetime.… Expand
  14. NewbrozZ
    Jun 15, 2018
    9
    Este videojuego, en realidad es una experiencia que te deja boquiabierto el mejor en el genero de pelicula interactiva, que decir te propone una inmercion tremenda y aqui tus desiciones si importan
  15. RuslanDZE
    Jun 15, 2018
    9
    Brilliant.
    After disaster that called "Beyond Two Souls" I was worrying about a new David game but glad to say it is god damn near perfect. There is some problems in a paceing and cumbersome controls in some points but the most important thing that these types of games have to do is amazing. Story has some meaning and hit close home because It is not far future now. At first glance you    Brilliant.
    After disaster that called "Beyond Two Souls" I was worrying about a new David game but glad to say it is god damn near perfect. There is some problems in a paceing and cumbersome controls in some points but the most important thing that these types of games have to do is amazing. Story has some meaning and hit close home because It is not far future now. At first glance you may think that there is nothing new in the story, we had same topics in all time classics movies like Blade Runner but this is an interactive movie/game experience. And you are very immersed. There is a lot of little details that so similar to our reality and I love it. All three characters in a game are nice written. My favorite is Conor. He is so likable. There is a many ways to finish each episode and game has a different endings. Every character may die so easy and you have to think carefully. I love it. In my play through Conor has died in the end because of my mistake and I felt sad. I knew that I could change it and I will replay a game to see other options. I highly recommend to buy this game If you love stories in your video games    … Expand
  16. klse
    Jun 15, 2018
    3
    Ridiculous soap opera. Sobbing, screaming, hysterical androids - is this the future we deserve?
  17. Circlemaker
    Jun 15, 2018
    10
    Absolutely loved this game. My girlfriend "willingly" sits and watches it. It is a cerebral game which explores some of your inner most desires and fears and forces you to make stressful choices which impact on your journey through the game. I enjoyed Connors story the best, my girlfriend likes Karas and was really pi$$ed at me when I accidentally killed her. If you pick this game up it isAbsolutely loved this game. My girlfriend "willingly" sits and watches it. It is a cerebral game which explores some of your inner most desires and fears and forces you to make stressful choices which impact on your journey through the game. I enjoyed Connors story the best, my girlfriend likes Karas and was really pi$$ed at me when I accidentally killed her. If you pick this game up it is difficult to put it down once you get into it and the choice you make of Conner killing another android is very a cleaver key point.… Expand
  18. Porok123
    Jun 15, 2018
    10
    Great game!!! I enjoyed playing it. And a great story that you can make it for your self by your decision you make it the game.
  19. Franseven
    Jun 15, 2018
    10
    The possibilities are infinite and the story is well done with no plot holes, the graphics are outstanding and the console doesn't even start like a jet, some scene gets me crying like a baby at the end, the artists who made this are unbelievable, this is the best quantic dream title hands down. I've loved every part of the game.
  20. Tagirix
    Jun 14, 2018
    8
    Detroit: Become Human is unique in terms of replayability, graphics and depth of the story. I have played every single David Cage's game, and this one is the most splendid one. Furthermore, Detroit feels very easy to play, and the story with all the different options is very predictable, which kinds of sucks at some point. Nonetheless, I am delighted that Sony still cares about PS4 andDetroit: Become Human is unique in terms of replayability, graphics and depth of the story. I have played every single David Cage's game, and this one is the most splendid one. Furthermore, Detroit feels very easy to play, and the story with all the different options is very predictable, which kinds of sucks at some point. Nonetheless, I am delighted that Sony still cares about PS4 and its exclusive titles. Definitely worth playing.… Expand
  21. ktjayhawk77
    Jun 14, 2018
    0
    These types of games all suck-it’s like buying a 60 dollar movie that you just make decisions and have ZERO GAMEPLAY OR REPLAY VALUE! Developers need to stop making these trashy Tale Tell-like decision making games they all suck! I’d give this a negative score if I could!
  22. Rasmus1990
    Jun 14, 2018
    10
    Some games just stay with you long after you have put down the controller. Games like Heavy Rain, What Remains of Edith Finch, and The Last of Us have in the past had this effect on me. But right now, all I can seem to think of is Detroit: Become Human. During my daily tasks, it keeps popping up in my mind like a cork in water, leaving me to reflect on the choices I have made, and whatSome games just stay with you long after you have put down the controller. Games like Heavy Rain, What Remains of Edith Finch, and The Last of Us have in the past had this effect on me. But right now, all I can seem to think of is Detroit: Become Human. During my daily tasks, it keeps popping up in my mind like a cork in water, leaving me to reflect on the choices I have made, and what consequences they had for the storyline. Personally, I was quickly attached to Kara and found myself deeply empathizing with her situation. The attachment felt so strong that I almost feared to play her story at times, afraid to make a disastrous deciding or screw up in a challenge-based encounter. That video game characters have an outstanding potential to be a lot more than just representations of people is splendidly demonstrated in this game. All three characters are so well developed, and I do not find it justified that certain reviewers characterize them as "flat". They are far from flat. Though they sometimes appear stereotypical (this is a pitfall all major game productions cannot seem to avoid), I find them very rich and compelling. And all of them touched me, profoundly.

    A read a negative review that claimed the game did not have a message. I cannot decide whether I find this claim most ridiculous or blatantly unserious. I strongly doubt that this reviewer has even played more than a few hours of the game, and even if that is the case they must have kept both their sight, hearing, and slightest of analytical ability obstructed. The message is clear: history tends to repeat itself. The refusal to acknowledge humanity in androids that have a conscience and cognitive abilities equal to their owners should make everyone with a tiny scrap of historical knowledge think about slavery, apartheid, and minorities' fight for equal rights and conditions (something that is still very much ongoing today). There are explicit references to both the civil rights movement in the United States and the terrifying events of Holocaust throughout the game - and this is not even a spoiler! The trailers show this.

    I love this game, and I will recommend everyone to play it. Games are not just about mastering difficult motoric challenges. If we have learned anything from playing video games that have been produced throughout the last decade, that is the most important take-home point - in my opinion. The games that stick with me long after I have played them have been able to make me invest myself in their interactive world - made me feel apart of its story and environment. This is to me the far strongest kind of immersion. Kara, Conner, Markus, Alice, and many of the other characters that appear in the story were not just representations of people to me, the game made me consider them as far more than that. That is the reason why they are still with me days after I finished the game. I cared for them, and I simply wanted the best outcome for them all. And when it did not turn out that way, it broke a bit of my heart. As I reflect upon this experience it does seem ridiculous, but the heart is far from rational. And thank God for that. The irrational heart is exactly what makes the potential for such video games experiences as Detroit offer possible.

    This is a masterpiece with some flaws that become insignificant in the whole gaming experience. It demonstrates the greatest affordances the video game has as a medium. Truly a must-play of all time.    … Expand
  23. TenchuuKhan
    Jun 14, 2018
    8
    The game starts out really well and lets one immerse onself into being an android that is basically a tool or a slave if you will.
    As the story progresses however, there's nothing left of being an android - they have no identity other than being 1:1 humans with android bodies.
    And that really kills the atmosphere and the potential of the game. It's still great to play through it but    The game starts out really well and lets one immerse onself into being an android that is basically a tool or a slave if you will.
    As the story progresses however, there's nothing left of being an android - they have no identity other than being 1:1 humans with android bodies.

    And that really kills the atmosphere and the potential of the game.

    It's still great to play through it but the AI part is really lacking.    … Expand
  24. est32901
    Jun 13, 2018
    10
    One of the best PlayStation 4 games of all-time! The story keeps you on the edge of your seat at all times, the animations are executed perfectly and visuals will blow your mind. The game is worth every penny!
  25. Prenner
    Jun 13, 2018
    10
    Amazing game, finished it within 3 days of buying it. Ace of this genre. Buy it.
  26. mrbone
    Jun 13, 2018
    10
    Masterpiece! Please do yourself a favor and play this,
    This game is well worth your money. For me, a game's worth does not depend on hours of gameplay. The most important is how much you enjoy the game and how immersive the game is. This game is really immersive. I spend 20+ hours for the first playthrough (I replayed some chapters when my characters die as I wanted the best outcome on    Masterpiece! Please do yourself a favor and play this,
    This game is well worth your money. For me, a game's worth does not depend on hours of gameplay. The most important is how much you enjoy the game and how immersive the game is. This game is really immersive. I spend 20+ hours for the first playthrough (I replayed some chapters when my characters die as I wanted the best outcome on the first, despite that you still see the unexpected outcome in the end). If you make a movie with this game story, it may be good but not great. However one important difference here is you make your own story in this game. You deeply care all characters and you will feel all sort of emotions while playing this as this is the the story you made- you pull the trigger, you betray your master.
    The story is very engaging and emotional. I particularly like the Kara's story. The branching paths are very deep and the decision you made at the beginning of the game can affect even the last chapter. This is not like telltale kind of 'who should you save then the saved one die in the next episode anyway'. The story deeply changes according to your choice.
    The game play- yes there is no combo but the qte still gives you the sense of thrill and urgency as you deeply care about your character and you don't want them to lose.
    The graphics- top notch, the mo-cap will make you feel wanting when you play another game. The developer gives attention to details and it's unbelievable. Even the articles found in the game are interesting to read.
    Music- one of the best, It matches the scenes you are playing. Kara's music in particular sounds very sad and touching.
    There is no shame to say I cried in some scenes- either because of happiness or sadness. The 79 critic score is totally ridiculous. This at least deserve >90. This is 100 times better than mindless shooter or hack and slash.    … Expand
  27. SerkanEv
    Jun 13, 2018
    9
    it's a great experience. the game is questioning ourselves and our humanity. from time to time, sensual sometimes hits us like a slap in the face very hard.
  28. Professorfett
    Jun 12, 2018
    9
    Quantic Dream has finally done it. They have made a game that is compelling from beginning to the end. Their previous games weren't awful by any means, but they always had parts in the game that wasn't necessary. I'm looking at you Native American part in Beyond Two Souls. Anyways Detroit Become Human is an excellent game with a gripping story from beginning to the end.
    The story is truly    Quantic Dream has finally done it. They have made a game that is compelling from beginning to the end. Their previous games weren't awful by any means, but they always had parts in the game that wasn't necessary. I'm looking at you Native American part in Beyond Two Souls. Anyways Detroit Become Human is an excellent game with a gripping story from beginning to the end.
    The story is truly amazing. You play as three different androids on their journeys throughout Detroit. First you have Connor who is an android working with the police hunting down androids who are gaining consciousness or as the game calls it becoming deviant. Then you have Kara who became deviant to protect a child that was being abused. Last is Markus whose journey is the one who will shape most of the story because he is the leader of the deviant group looking for rights and freedom. The story lets you shape it the way you want and will test your patients with humans which is so much harder than you'd think. The game really makes you hate the ever living **** out of them and if you are more forgiving than me then good on you, because I showed little mercy in this game towards the fleshy meat bags. The games story is moving and I found myself so engaged by then end I was sitting up in my chair rooting for the characters to succeed.
    Those who aren't aware of how Quantic Dream games work they are much like Telltale games. This means walking around parts, very dialog heavy scenes that will shape the story, and quick time events FOR DAYS. That is it. If you are a person who hates dialog heavy games, and uses the phrase "why don't I just watch a movie". This game is not for you, and nothing I say will change your mind. The game is average length with a large replayability with how many branching parts that are available to the player. The quick time events can be hectic, but thankfully it isn't death if you mess one up so they aren't that bad. That being said I did get slightly frustrated at the responsiveness to them. Many times I definitely did the right press, but I guess it didn't register so I ended up getting hit. It didn't ruin my story it was just frustrating.
    Overall the game is beautiful one of the best PS4 games out there. The story is gripping and just long enough to wrap up the story without seeming stretched. The gameplay isn't for everyone, but if you like story driven games you will being doing yourself a disservice missing this game. The multiple paths and choices make me want to pick up this game again and choose the path of peace vs my Magento choices I did. This game definitely hits a must BUY from me.    … Expand
  29. Alexsmile
    Jun 12, 2018
    8
    There is so much to talk about with this game. I love the way it tells a story from 3 different characters. Kara's story is very dramatic and touching and Connor's story is just absolutely incredible. But, Markus's line was a little bit forced and he wasn't that much of an interesting character. Also, there are a lot of weird moments in the script but you notice them only if you startThere is so much to talk about with this game. I love the way it tells a story from 3 different characters. Kara's story is very dramatic and touching and Connor's story is just absolutely incredible. But, Markus's line was a little bit forced and he wasn't that much of an interesting character. Also, there are a lot of weird moments in the script but you notice them only if you start nitpicking. The unlinear story is amazing, some of the scenes are absolutely magnificent. This game is definitely one of the best I ever played, but since it has some problems - I give it an 8… Expand
  30. ConnorOrchard
    Jun 12, 2018
    10
    Had to create an account just to review this game. It is hands down my favourite single player game ever played. The story, the characters, the gameplay, they all drag you in and before you know it you're hooked on every single one of the characters story lines. The game will run through all of your emotions with it's story line, it will make you question your every decision, even if youHad to create an account just to review this game. It is hands down my favourite single player game ever played. The story, the characters, the gameplay, they all drag you in and before you know it you're hooked on every single one of the characters story lines. The game will run through all of your emotions with it's story line, it will make you question your every decision, even if you think that decision isn't important, you better believe later on in the game it will be. An absolute masterpiece. I cannot recommend this game enough.… Expand
  31. Kayem
    Jun 11, 2018
    10
    I got what I expected. This game has stunning visuals, absolutely breathtaking story. All of those characters are so unique so you'll remember them for really long time. If you're a fan of storytelling games, this is necessity.
  32. centermost
    Jun 11, 2018
    10
    This was an absolutely spectacular game. I love games with branching narratives that require good judgment and social awareness to get the "best" outcome (for context, my favorite games are Mass Effect, Dragon Age, and Life Is Strange). This game has the most branching storylines I've ever seen, or even heard of. You know that "illusion of choice" thing that Telltale does? This isThis was an absolutely spectacular game. I love games with branching narratives that require good judgment and social awareness to get the "best" outcome (for context, my favorite games are Mass Effect, Dragon Age, and Life Is Strange). This game has the most branching storylines I've ever seen, or even heard of. You know that "illusion of choice" thing that Telltale does? This is pretty much the polar opposite of that, and it's very transparent - at the end of each chapter, you see a flow chart that shows you everywhere the narrative could, and did, diverge. So the replay value of Detroit is off the charts (though a softie like me just replays the same storyline where everything works out for everyone possible because I don't have the heart to make any of my characters suffer). And, while imperfect, the story is gripping and draws people in. As I've been playing the game in my living room, members of my family who don't play video games who were just walking by have found themselves sitting with me for hours to see what happens. The occasional cliche or trope might take you out of the action for a moment, but overall this story is a hell of a ride. I would recommend it highly and wish I could erase my memory of the game so I could discover it again for the first time (along with Mass Effect, Dragon Age, and LiS, for good measure).… Expand
  33. brilcrist
    Jun 11, 2018
    9
    I've been waiting for narrative game like this!! Thank you Quantic Dream for making this experience comes to real life. Visual, music, acting, story, branching system and all is superb! The only complain for me is the camera angle that abit annoying on certain scenes and that particular Jericho mini game that too repetitive. Will play again until i got all endings. 8/10.
  34. phillipk999
    Jun 11, 2018
    10
    The visuals are stunning, the music is on par with what you'd expect from major movies, and the voice acting is unimpeachable, but this is the case for many of the AAA gaming titles being released today. The thing that makes Detroit extraordinary is its refusal to lapse into the usual 'killer robot' cliches that are so common in the sci-fi genre. Instead, we are asked to consider a moreThe visuals are stunning, the music is on par with what you'd expect from major movies, and the voice acting is unimpeachable, but this is the case for many of the AAA gaming titles being released today. The thing that makes Detroit extraordinary is its refusal to lapse into the usual 'killer robot' cliches that are so common in the sci-fi genre. Instead, we are asked to consider a more nuanced vision of the future.

    Why is empathy a desirable quality to instill into artificial life? What happens to ordinary people left behind by new forms of automation? Are we doomed to repeat the mistakes of our past as we attempt to create obedient servants rather than equal partners? The exploration of these themes gives this title depth and emotional resonance well beyond what you would expect to find in modern video games.

    I hope that two to three decades from now, we will have the chance to answer the questions that Detroit has posed. 10/10, without reservations.    … Expand
  35. Tirah
    Jun 11, 2018
    9
    After years of trying and failing miserably, Quantic Dream has finally made a game that's actually good. And yeah, David Cage is a piece of crap, but this game was a team effort, so hating on it just because you dislike Cage is childish and unfair towards the rest of the studio.

    I'm quite struggling to call Detroit a game. It's a choose-your-adventure style interactive movie. There are    After years of trying and failing miserably, Quantic Dream has finally made a game that's actually good. And yeah, David Cage is a piece of crap, but this game was a team effort, so hating on it just because you dislike Cage is childish and unfair towards the rest of the studio.

    I'm quite struggling to call Detroit a game. It's a choose-your-adventure style interactive movie. There are so many choices to make which change the story as you go and result in one of many endings. It's overwhelming at times, but fortunately you have a handy flowchart available which you can view after you finish a chapter. The chart clearly shows where the path splits and makes it easier for you to unlock alternate routes. I was actually quite blown away by how much your choices matter. A little detail I learned in one of the first chapters saved my life in the story's finale. One of the main characters can make choices that will massively affect the other two leads and completely change the outcome of your story. It's much deeper than your usual Telltale Games experience.

    The characters are all very likeable and relatable, each of them in a completely different way. Connor is an android investigator who hunts down other androids and has to deal with the resulting moral dilemma of betraying his own species. Markus is a caretaker android who had it all before hitting rock bottom and rising again to become something more. And finally Kara, a housekeeper/nanny android who's accompanied by a little girl named Alice whom she desperately wants to keep out of a harm's way. You play as all these characters, switching between them periodically. In the beginning their stories are quite separate, but they all merge in the end in various ways. I can't say much about the story without spoiling it and ruining your experience, but know that it deals with racism and borrows many elements from the Civil Rights Movement in America and the WW2 Holocaust. It does so in subtle ways, though, so it's no obnoxious SJW propaganda.

    Gameplay wise, it's just one massive quick time event. Right analogue stick is for movement, left for interaction, the rest of the controller for QTEs. All these buttons are pretty much just a glorified "play" button, but it works just fine for an interactive movie. One odd thing I have to mention is: you have to press the R2 button in a very specific way (press down the upper half of it, don't pull the trigger like you normally would), otherwise it doesn't register. It took me forever to figure out why it sometimes works and sometimes doesn't until I realized this. It's one of the weirdest quirks I've seen in any game I've ever played. I even thought my controller was broken, but it works just fine when I play God of War so it's definitely the game.

    The graphics are great, though there were a few issues with textures popping in late and once there was some minor clipping in an NPC's face. Likewise, the soundtrack is fantastic and sets the mood nicely. The facial animation tech is one of the best I've seen, but that's to be expected from an interactive movie.

    This is one of the rare cases where an interactive movie is actually worth replaying. There are quite substantial parts of the story you may never even see depending on the choices you make. There are even entire locations you may never visit. The story even affects the AI on the main menu screen, which was quite unique and definitely a nice touch. When I came back after a late night gaming session, the AI commented on me staying up late last night and said she hoped I wasn't too tired today. If you stay on the main menu screen for a while, she offers trivia on the city of Detroit, comments on your interior decor, and other fun stuff.

    Detroit is definitely one of the best interactive movie games out there, and the best QD game to date. After the abomination that was Heavy Rain and Fahrenheit, and the disappointment that was Beyond Two Souls, I just can't praise Detroit enough. With a main story that's about 10 hours long and that has quite a lot of replay value thanks to its complex branching path and multiple endings, it's definitely worth several playthroughs.    … Expand
  36. Roos97
    Jun 11, 2018
    10
    This game is just fantastic.
    I might be a little bit biased because i love Quantic Dream and the amazing games they have previously created, such as: Heavy Rain and Beyond Two Souls.
    I've been looking forward to the release of the game since 2015. I immediately bought it the first day it came out, and i can say that it fulfilled all my expectations, or even exceeded my expectations.    This game is just fantastic.
    I might be a little bit biased because i love Quantic Dream and the amazing games they have previously created, such as: Heavy Rain and Beyond Two Souls.

    I've been looking forward to the release of the game since 2015. I immediately bought it the first day it came out, and i can say that it fulfilled all my expectations, or even exceeded my expectations. The storyline, the characters, the acting, the voice acting, the gameplay, the graphics, everything is amazing.

    And if there are still people who don't consider video games art, then i hope they will after playing, or seeing someone else play Detroit Become Human. How can 200 artist work on something and the end product not be called art!!!!!?????

    If anyone from Quantic Dream or anyone involved in this beautiful game reads this, i just want to say thank you for this wonderful experience, this simply deserves a 10/10. Than you, thank you, thank you, thank you, thank you!!!!!    … Expand
  37. Vilis
    Jun 11, 2018
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. "This is our future." These opening lines set the stage for the paradigm of this interactive narrative experience. If one approaches this as a game they can win or lose, that there is a right and wrong way to approach a scenario, that there is some sort of "pro strat" or even superior narrative arc, then all of these are missing the point. David Cage has presented an interactive speculation based on the past of several nations, primarily the US, Canada, and Russia. Some people have accused this game of being "hamfisted" but I have a suspiscion that these people are uncomfortable with real world issues invading their gaming "safe space" where they do not have to interact with greater society. Some may also feel that some issues may be taboo to discuss in an interactive form as someone might choose to interact with the topic in a way they disagree with, perhaps most notable whether to take a violent or peaceful approach to protesting. People should explore all these avenues. That being said, I feel that focusing on the Markus storyline, the freedom fighter/liberator character, is missing a massive angle of the story.

    "You can't kill me: I'm not alive." Has the story of an android hunting deviant androids been done before? Of course! This is not new territory. However, the variety of choices and motivations for HK800 unit Connor to accomplish its mission or deviate are staggering, and his relationship with Hank is everything you could ask from a hard-boiled disillusioned vet being partnered with the by-the-books rookie you could ask for, but with a variety of additional facets brought to bear. How does a human react when his partner dies, and comes back the next day as if it was only a slight inconvenience? How does an android react when it experiences death through a mindlink, but without the normal software corrective measure to erase that experience? Especially one who believes it can't be killed, that it can't die because "I'm not alive." One who is confronted time and again by androids who state they ARE alive contrary to what your experience with dying and coming back may tell you. I think that correctly experiencing Connor may require a level of understanding an unusual mindset that some players may not grasp, as they may try to play it as too human from the get go rather than accepting the character as presented which continually insists on its inhumanity. Try playing Connor according to Asimov's 3 laws of robotics and try and fins the point where it needs to Deviate as opposed to you the player foisting your humanity upon Connor due to your discomfort. I think it will give you a genuine experience.

    "I thought..... I was alive." "I'm scared! I want to live... I'm begging you" If you haven't ever seen the Kara tech demo from 2012, then you are missing a large piece of the narrative puzzle. It's included as a bonus feature in the extras, but you can find it on YouTube under "Kara Tech Demo" and it is the seed from which the Detroit Become Human has sprouted. The story of Kara is emotiinally charged and brings a lot of the same survival feelings of TellTale's Walking Dead's first story in which a young girl is cared for by an circumstantially adoptive parent. Kara presented me with the hardest choices as I had to balance survival with Alice's reactions. For example: In a very early choice, after being on the run, Kara has a choice to steal clothing in order to pass as human and get something draw and warm for Alice. However, Alice insists that stealing is wrong. At this point you must make a choice between something practical and maintaining Alice's innocence. And this is often the dillemma with Kara: can you survive and maintain Alice's happiness? Will Kara's motherly instincts prioritize protection oe nurturing? You can even choose that Kara is essentially only protecting Alice due to her programming, though only recommend that as a narrative exercise since it's kind of depressing.

    But, this experience is not perfect. One of the main focuses is on replaying the game to get a full experience, and there are several scenes where choice is very limited or inconsequential. While all scenes are exceptional on fhe first playthrough, on the second and third time there are several Markus scenes which are simply a chore to playthrough, and a couple of Kara and Connor parts I wanted to press fastforward on. There are also points you earn from completeing certain plot points, and I am sitting at 10000 points with nothing left to buy with them. And occassionally the dialogue options are ambiguous. Another small note is there are brief Marvel style epilogue scenes in the credits, and there needed to be more and a way to re-view them.

    However, these flaws are small mars on this shiny gem of faceted storytelling. All of this and I have not even mentioned the gorgeous settings, exceptional music, and monumental acting from an incredible cast.

    Get it now!    … Expand
  38. Sitaranah
    Jun 11, 2018
    10
    Le scénario, les personnages, les graphismes, les musiques, tout est parfait ! Les messages que fait passer ce jeux sont très forts, et malgré ses légers défauts, ce jeu est l'un de mes jeux préféré.
  39. Shepardian
    Jun 11, 2018
    7
    I saw some prejudice against the game because of its creator but there are also fans who over hype it. I came without knowledge who creator is and with open mind. I was familiar with Heavy Rain thought, but the game didn't really stand out for me plot wise. The demo for this game on the other hand made me wish I had a Playstation, but it turned out Detroit: Become Human most likely won'tI saw some prejudice against the game because of its creator but there are also fans who over hype it. I came without knowledge who creator is and with open mind. I was familiar with Heavy Rain thought, but the game didn't really stand out for me plot wise. The demo for this game on the other hand made me wish I had a Playstation, but it turned out Detroit: Become Human most likely won't stand the test of time. And I explain why.

    A lot of cliches, plot holes and silly things that just don't let you take most of the story seriously. As an example: singing in front of police. I'm sorry, I laughed. Games that rely a lot on dialogs must be written very good, I felt like there are only few moments in the game that I would like to "rewatch". In the year when there is rise of cyberpunk and A.I. shows and movies, you have to be very impressive to not look like a bunch of recycled ideas.

    Out of all 3 main characters relationships with their companions the only one what doesn't feel forced or annoying is Connor and Hank (if you go buddy route). The chemistry, the humor, the dialogs, everything fells more superior to the others just like Connor character himself. Doesn't surprise me he is fan favourite. The variety of behaviour and outcomes for Connor is the most interesting and versatile. Such a shame creators didn't really make enough of interactions between Kara, Markus and Connor. Especially the last two, considering how story tries to make them opposite to each other.

    I can't share the love for Kara. Her story feels a bit off. Connor and Markus on the other hand directly affect on the main plot. Yes, sometimes there should be more grounded story line to see more sides, but Kara doesn't progress and change as a character at all, her motives stay the same. You don't have a choice but to keep the same narrative with her. The cliffhanger that people like to praise is very easy to predict and it doesn't affect the story at all.

    The other major problem for me it's how game feels empty after you finish it and cool down a day later. There are nothing to discuss really. No major twist that make you go and debate with others, not theories what could expand the lore more. The main question is never answered and even worse it dies down right after the other character plot became the main focus and player has to deal with it. I feel like if it was explored more Detroit could be really impactful and strong plot wise.
    As a fan of sci-fi and just a geek I wasn't satisfied with the world that Detroit: Become Human offers to me, most importantly it offers nothing new. So much potential gone to waste and that what saddens me. Game just feels like there are only two views: black and white. No middle ground or gray area. It's really easy to criticize this game, honestly. And you don't have to be a hater for it.

    But there are undeniable good things that make Detroit enjoyable and entertaining, at least for a while. Visually it looks stunning and may has the most realistic facial animation, thank to motion capture. Sometimes it make you forget all you see is not a movie. The cast is really good and I like when I can recognize only few familiar faces in it. The soundtrack has some strong moments, sometimes a little repetitive, but overall - good. Amount of paths what story can go, mostly in little details. I thinks Detroit is the first game that has so many possible outcomes for player, just wish the writing was better.

    Detroit: Become Human is heavily cinematic and I must admit some scenes are very nice. The junkyard scene is probably the most darkest and cyberpunkish is the game, I liked Terminator reference. The final kiss scene may feel melodramatic, but surprisingly i found it some sort of beautiful. When girl was riding the carousel in park, two androids in love trying to escape in rain (heavy Blade runner reference). And again: Connor and Hank chemistry makes it all. But it's esy to miss these scenes if your playthrough goes in different way. That's why to have a good script overall and not just a pieces of it is necessity.

    Should you play it? Totally. Does it stays in your mind after you finish it? No. But If you are undemanding and unsophisticated person who never explored other works in the same category you probably will be blown away. Well, sadly I wasn't.

    7,5/10    … Expand
  40. nevernever22112
    Jun 11, 2018
    10
    Great actors, great music, great story. This game is just awesome. I can't wait to see another game of Quantic Dream
  41. CHollings23
    Jun 11, 2018
    10
    I've played every choice-based, story-driven game out there, and this game is by far the best in terms of choices actually mattering and influencing the storylines. I really loved the characters, and the story was thoughtful and moving! Can't wait to play more games from Quantic Dream!
  42. blueberryfiesta
    Jun 11, 2018
    10
    Three amazing independent stories. Choices that really impact the gameplay heavily, not just cosmetically like in many cases of "your choices matter" nowadays. The game is beautifull, the shooting and directing is amazing, better than in many movies in my opinion. And let's not forget about the music. Possibly the best game of Quantic Dream yet.
  43. kelytyn
    Jun 11, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I really love this game. Impressive graphics. It is incredibly interesting to observe the development of the plot, make your own choices and watch where they lead you. Characters are amazing.I mean, everyone of them. Connor and Hank and their father-son dynamic is everything to me tho. This game gave me a lot of emotions, I have not experienced this for a long time.
    p.s. english is not my first language so sorry for mistakes,I hope I expressed my thoughts and emotions clearly.    … Expand
  44. Yuyuuuuuuu
    Jun 11, 2018
    10
    This Game is AMAZING. It has been Long since a Game really made me feel with it. The Story and characters are sooo good. I Love the Way the Story is told as well. Also I still can't get over the graphics. When i recieved the Game i didn't think i would Be so in Love with it afterwards.
  45. Imbero
    Jun 11, 2018
    10
    I have nothing bad to say about this game. The graphics are amazing, all characters are very well done. The soundtrack of this game is absolutely astonishing.
  46. Jessie9
    Jun 11, 2018
    10
    I signed up to this just so I can write this review!! This game is now my all time favourite ps4 game , if you love story telling and tell tale games then this is the game for you!! Cannot recommend this game enough!! I love everything about it!! the stunning visuals , innovative game play , each individuals stories will have you on an emotional ride right from start to finish!! AmI signed up to this just so I can write this review!! This game is now my all time favourite ps4 game , if you love story telling and tell tale games then this is the game for you!! Cannot recommend this game enough!! I love everything about it!! the stunning visuals , innovative game play , each individuals stories will have you on an emotional ride right from start to finish!! Am impatiently looking forward to see what Quantic Dream bring out next (hopefully includes Connor and hank solving crimes together still I loved their relationship!) One word. Phenomenal.… Expand
  47. bubble_sayu_ken
    Jun 11, 2018
    10
    “Is it LIFE? Or THING?”
    This is very serious question for me, for us, for our futures.
    Detroit: Become Human is great movie-likes game.
    I love CONNOR and HANK.
  48. SarahXu
    Jun 11, 2018
    10
    I love Detroit: Become Human so much, all actors did a good job in this game! The stories around three characters are attractive, and I love the interactions between game characters and players. It makes me feel like I am one of them, thanks to Quantic Dream for developing this fantastic game!
  49. ungsikkk
    Jun 11, 2018
    10
    This game is awesome. You haven't played? Do it now. I saw a happy ending in the first play. In the second play, I'm thinking about where to go.
  50. lynn1996
    Jun 11, 2018
    10
    Ist just a great game good story beautiful graphics amazing actors cant say someting negative about this game
  51. stingera
    Jun 11, 2018
    10
    Great story-telling and acting. These two make it an amazing game, there's no need for extremely pushing gameplay or mind blowing action, it's main point is how this game is extremely bending, you can shape the story yourself and actually see the outcome of your choices.
  52. SihaSam
    Jun 11, 2018
    10
    This game is honestly amazing, the amount of different outcomes you can get are insane and the characters are well written... just there's so much good things to say about this game and I really want it to get the love it deserves.
  53. waddon1
    Jun 11, 2018
    10
    This is Quantic Dream's best outing, the game is just incredible. It has to be seen to be believed. The story is brilliant there were a few classic Cage plot holes here and there but nothing to the extent of his previous games. The voice/motion acting by the whole cast is incredible, particularly Bryan Dechart as Connor. Connor's relationship with Hank is one of the most nuancedThis is Quantic Dream's best outing, the game is just incredible. It has to be seen to be believed. The story is brilliant there were a few classic Cage plot holes here and there but nothing to the extent of his previous games. The voice/motion acting by the whole cast is incredible, particularly Bryan Dechart as Connor. Connor's relationship with Hank is one of the most nuanced relationships in gaming. Buy this game!… Expand
  54. tdebug
    Jun 11, 2018
    5
    Story part is OK, gameplay part is not that much. Choices are not always obvious and most of the time you just need to guess. I think those who feel sorry for coffee makers and vacuum cleaners, will enjoy the game the most.
  55. mypetcrow
    Jun 11, 2018
    9
    Artistic masterpiece - narrative, graphics and soundtrack are some of the best ever made for a video game! Only negative is that some of the more linear chapters can get a bit tedious when going back for a 3rd or 4th play-through.
  56. SaraSassypants
    Jun 11, 2018
    9
    I’ve read a few negative reviews talking about the dialogue and story being overly political and full of propaganda. My response to such ridiculous criticism is does art not imitate life? There are some really important ideas and feelings this game stirs within the player. I can’t give it any less than a 9. Not all games are supposed to be point and shoot. This is a game that takes you onI’ve read a few negative reviews talking about the dialogue and story being overly political and full of propaganda. My response to such ridiculous criticism is does art not imitate life? There are some really important ideas and feelings this game stirs within the player. I can’t give it any less than a 9. Not all games are supposed to be point and shoot. This is a game that takes you on an interactive journey (Make sure you play it on hard for a more unforgiving challenge) Soundtrack and visuals are mind blowing. Highly recommend this game.… Expand
  57. chrisace89
    Jun 11, 2018
    10
    This game is absolutely amazing. Beautiful graphics, great story and OMG the decisions you have to make will stress you the **** out. Knowing your decisions will get people killed and the stress of not getting the positive ending you want will make making decisions hard but very rewarding. Some people say this is not a video game its an interactive movie. I dont know what it is but all IThis game is absolutely amazing. Beautiful graphics, great story and OMG the decisions you have to make will stress you the **** out. Knowing your decisions will get people killed and the stress of not getting the positive ending you want will make making decisions hard but very rewarding. Some people say this is not a video game its an interactive movie. I dont know what it is but all I can say is that it was a unforgettable adventure.… Expand
  58. crawlord
    Jun 10, 2018
    10
    This is one of david cages best work. The game and graphics are beyond sublime. Bio-ware can go learn a thing or two from Quantic dream on character rendering and animation. The story to me was phenomenal and i frankly will replay this game two or three times on consecutive weekends to see its depth and the resultant of my choices,moral quandary and dilemmas posed in choice.
    If you want    This is one of david cages best work. The game and graphics are beyond sublime. Bio-ware can go learn a thing or two from Quantic dream on character rendering and animation. The story to me was phenomenal and i frankly will replay this game two or three times on consecutive weekends to see its depth and the resultant of my choices,moral quandary and dilemmas posed in choice.
    If you want a non button mashing well paced, intellectual stimulating game that questions the nature of humanity like a movie., BUY THIS GAME . This was money well spent.    … Expand
  59. vrdwrst
    Jun 10, 2018
    10
    Detroit is outstanding. The story is incredibly impactful, the characters are complex, the graphics are incredible, and the music is amazing. It goes places where many games and movies wouldn't, it gives the player incredibly hard decisions to make, and the end result is a project that you can tell the people working on it cared about. If you're a die-hard "gameplay before anything else"Detroit is outstanding. The story is incredibly impactful, the characters are complex, the graphics are incredible, and the music is amazing. It goes places where many games and movies wouldn't, it gives the player incredibly hard decisions to make, and the end result is a project that you can tell the people working on it cared about. If you're a die-hard "gameplay before anything else" player, this might not be for you, but if you're up for a game that really pushes the boundaries and will leave you thinking about it, I cannot recommend Detroit: Become Human enough.… Expand
  60. ShadeIs
    Jun 10, 2018
    10
    Really good game, everything is spot-on especially the emotional music, but there are some minor flaws and bugs.
  61. Xlr8games
    Jun 10, 2018
    10
    Hands down the best narrative choice based game to date, with a sleek controller and excellent character and plot. This is a must-have for anyone who owns a ps4!
  62. ColdAqua
    Jun 9, 2018
    10
    This game is probably the best story driven game I have ever played. It has an intriguing story, with a lot of different outcomes. Because choices really do matter. And some of them are very hard to make. The character design is absolutely brilliant, and so is the story. Amazing.
  63. Mariya
    Jun 9, 2018
    7
    Honestly, I am not a fan of fictional game but Detroit is interesting enough for me to try. I like the concept of the game but it got boring very quick for me. Story is good and interesting. Graphic is good and high quailty but the face looks very "Plastic" for me.
  64. Mandulum
    Jun 9, 2018
    9
    Five Word Review: Fantastic story with branching narrative.
    Favorite Thing: Finally a game where choice means something. The branching narrative is great.
    Least Favorite Thing: As much as I dislike QTEs I REALLY dislike gyro QTEs.

    Date Completed: 2018-06-07
    Playtime: 14h
    Enjoyment: 9/10
    Recommendation: Most definitely. Unless you really don't like narrative based games.
  65. AskillZ
    Jun 9, 2018
    10
    Best $70 I've ever spent (deluxe edition). This game is a gem; even better than previous titles from Quantic Dream (which is something really hard to achieve). I heavily recommend it if you like story driven games; However, if you are just a casual player, this game might not be for you, play the demo first
  66. jaysreviews
    Jun 9, 2018
    10
    Frankly I'm appalled that this game has received anything less than a 9.5-10.0.

    It was perfect from start to finish. Direction was phenomenal, performances were top notch, pacing and narrative were beyond (two souls) anything else currently on the market. The choices were consequential and heavy. I often had to stop playing to catch myself and reconsider whether I had made the right    Frankly I'm appalled that this game has received anything less than a 9.5-10.0.

    It was perfect from start to finish. Direction was phenomenal, performances were top notch, pacing and narrative were beyond (two souls) anything else currently on the market. The choices were consequential and heavy. I often had to stop playing to catch myself and reconsider whether I had made the right decision. Needless to say there is no "right decision" Every choice you make advances the story forward in a meaningful way. It truly is a narrative that adapts to the choices you make and forces you to consider what it means to be human. I found myself questioning assumptions I didn't know I had only to be put in a position that showed me why I had a reason to have those assumptions in the first place.

    In every way this game is a masterpiece of technology, story, performance, graphics and narrative. A 10/10 for any gamer that appreciates a game with mature choices and real consequences.

    And yes, I wept. Severally.    … Expand
  67. Mestari
    Jun 9, 2018
    10
    Best game for a long time :) I'm absolutely blown away by this game. The graphics are jaw dropping, as is the world building. The story is pretty good and can be exciting a lot of the time. If I had to give it a complaint it would simply be I want more, at only 8 hours long it might be a bit short for some, that said there is enormous replay potential, if you want to see all the branchingBest game for a long time :) I'm absolutely blown away by this game. The graphics are jaw dropping, as is the world building. The story is pretty good and can be exciting a lot of the time. If I had to give it a complaint it would simply be I want more, at only 8 hours long it might be a bit short for some, that said there is enormous replay potential, if you want to see all the branching paths the game will take 30 hours plus to complete!! Overall, an amazing narrative driven single player game, hopefully more games like these come out.… Expand
  68. WinterDrake
    Jun 9, 2018
    10
    I never expected this game to be that amazing. When the reviews came out, a day before launch, it didnt get the amazing scores God Of War or Horizon Zero Dawn got, it was around an 80 on metacritic. So I just expected game to be good, not great or amazing, but I was wrong. This game deserves higher scores. The graphics are beatiful, the story is well written and the characters actuallyI never expected this game to be that amazing. When the reviews came out, a day before launch, it didnt get the amazing scores God Of War or Horizon Zero Dawn got, it was around an 80 on metacritic. So I just expected game to be good, not great or amazing, but I was wrong. This game deserves higher scores. The graphics are beatiful, the story is well written and the characters actually matter. This is the game where choices actually matter, i had to replay some chapters to progress the story the way i wanted to. They also added more gameplay elements, which i loved, specially the detective gameplay. The game features 3 main characters, i got favorite chapters from all 3 of them. The only thing that i wouldve liked is an optikn to turn off motion blur and film grain.… Expand
  69. Candellamp
    Jun 9, 2018
    10
    This game is not the first game i’ve ever played in PS4 but it’s the one of my best game that i’ll remember as long as I could.Good story, good graphic, good actors and actress and its soundtracks is so great. I’m really appreciated all staffs that participated in this gigantic project. I hope that there will be some good games like this be created more and more in the future. LookingThis game is not the first game i’ve ever played in PS4 but it’s the one of my best game that i’ll remember as long as I could.Good story, good graphic, good actors and actress and its soundtracks is so great. I’m really appreciated all staffs that participated in this gigantic project. I hope that there will be some good games like this be created more and more in the future. Looking forward to it!… Expand
  70. blackrockfighte
    Jun 9, 2018
    9
    It was a really good. I went skeptical because of David Cage's history, yet i was blown away by this game. such a captivating story that it left me breathless at times. A bit heavy handed in places thematically; nevertheless, a great game that I recommend to anyone looking for a fun and rewarding experience.
  71. epfsecret12
    Jun 9, 2018
    10
    This game is amazing. At first I thought it was a faked trailer and polished demo but I was wrong. This game exceeded my expectations even though it was the highest expectations I have ever set for anything in my life. This game is a masterpiece that touches on slavery, parentship, cruelties of being the rejected part of society and more. This is one of the few games that has meaningfulThis game is amazing. At first I thought it was a faked trailer and polished demo but I was wrong. This game exceeded my expectations even though it was the highest expectations I have ever set for anything in my life. This game is a masterpiece that touches on slavery, parentship, cruelties of being the rejected part of society and more. This is one of the few games that has meaningful choices. I really liked the game's graphics and the different theme for each story like how was about motherhood, one had the more serious theme and one was a great, funny but also action-packed detective story. The storyline was good, it has lots of replay value, Sadly, I can't do this game justcice and enough praise, especially considering it was something build from the ground up from a tech demo. Props to David Cage and his amazing team working beside him to deliver such an amazing story to life. This game will remain among the best games of this decade in my heart. If you have not tried it, you definitely should.… Expand
  72. Sh4wnC
    Jun 9, 2018
    1
    It's a glorified galgame with s****y plot and a bad sci-fi setting. I also don't like the SJW theme.
  73. Buzz1991
    Jun 9, 2018
    10
    The year is 2038, Detroit. CYBERLIFE, the world's largest manufacturer of androids, has changed people's lives forever. Androids take care of the physically exhausting and repetitive jobs. They are reliable, don‘t know any pain, don‘t have to eat or sleep and listen to every command. A perfect human one could say. But mankind‘s greatest technological achievement since the Internet alsoThe year is 2038, Detroit. CYBERLIFE, the world's largest manufacturer of androids, has changed people's lives forever. Androids take care of the physically exhausting and repetitive jobs. They are reliable, don‘t know any pain, don‘t have to eat or sleep and listen to every command. A perfect human one could say. But mankind‘s greatest technological achievement since the Internet also shows its downsides. Furthermore, we will ask ourselves, what makes us different from a machine? What makes us human?

    The prologue itself is thrilling. Connor, the most sophisticated android model, is called in by the local police. As a player you find yourself on a hostage taking. Are you looking for clues to understand how it could have come so far or are you going outside and improvise? It is up to you. Everything in the game has a consequence.

    Connor is not our only character. In the role of Kara, household robot of a failed and mostly unpredictable father, it is not only to ensure that the house is in good shape but also to look after Alice, a young girl. Because even here there is a potential for conflict and the two experience a captivating and emotional story.

    The third character is Markus. He is the android of a famous and rich artist, who lives already physically exhausted in his estate. Markus does daily chores and cares for the well-being of his master. But the familiar life of Markus changes after a short time forever.

    Spiked with all sorts of surprises, great written major and minor characters and polished dialogues DETROIT: BECOME HUMAN manages to let the player participate. Great camera work, beautiful and varied locations and a coherent soundtrack, for which each character got its own composer, remain in player’s memory.

    Game mechanic is familiar to connoisseurs of previous Quantic Dream titles. Context-sensitive, you move through the area with the left analog stick and mimic symbols that appear with the right analog stick and pressing action buttons for different dialogue options. This has effects on the relationship with other people and the reputation of androids in public as well.

    At the end of each chapter you can see a flowchart listing the actions of the player. Chapters can start and end quite differently, can be longer or shorter, in the worst or best case even not be seen. DETROIT follows Heavy Rain's approach and takes it to the next level.
    Found "paths" are also rewarded with points. These can be redeemed in the extras menu to view artworks, making-of-videos and more.

    Almost lifelike-looking character models make it possible that thoughts and feelings of a protagonist can literally be read from the skin pore. You can experience it in dynamic 4K and fantastic HDR. There is also a very harmonious and realistic lighting in play. Additionally, the game runs almost always constantly with 30 frames per second. On the other hand, there is an often-used depth of field and motion blur effect which reduce the overall image quality and sharpness but it gives a nice touch to the cinematic look. An extra compliment I have to send out is for the graphical user interface. It looks sleek and is helpful.

    In terms of sound design there are also only positive things to report. Effects are powerful and precisely mixed. It results in a magnificent surround sound that combined with the soundtrack captivates you. For a cinematic game the quality of voice actors is extremely important and the characters are professionally voice acted. Finally, it should be mentioned that there are no loading screens, so the pleasure is never tarnished by waiting times. Crashes and other bugs I have never noticed (as of version 1.02).

    The game isn‘t free of design flaws. There is a freely rotatable and sometimes it is possible that you rotate the camera and at the same time you move the camera away from a displayed interaction symbol because the displayed movement. Furthermore, I noticed in two places that a spoken dialogue or monologue suddenly stopped because I wanted to perform a movement like looking at an object. Often this is not the case but it did happen and required loading the last checkpoint of my save file. In addition, the last three hours of the game were told fairly quickly. Thus, the thought came "Why am I exactly here?".

    DETROIT: BECOME HUMAN is a milestone. Its interactive soul is outstanding. You are actively involved and have to make decisions in this virtual reality for which you do not have endless time. Everything has a consequence. DETROIT: BECOME HUMAN not only shows us what a life with androids can look like. It asks us: What makes us human? The answer becomes apparently in over 10 hours of great interactive entertainment. I am very proud of this experience from hundreds of talented and creative artists.    … Expand
  74. IIILAZARUSIII
    Jun 9, 2018
    8
    This title is more an "experience" than a game, but stunning graphics, great story and current world issues make it an experience worth undertaking..
  75. lager96
    Jun 8, 2018
    9
    I was 100% invested in everything that happened in my first playthrough. I never wanted to quit because I always wanted to see how my choices affected the story. Studios like Telltale games always say your choices matter, but in the long run they really don't. In Detroit, the smallest choice could get a character killed and that's what so great. Every choice has weight and you stress aboutI was 100% invested in everything that happened in my first playthrough. I never wanted to quit because I always wanted to see how my choices affected the story. Studios like Telltale games always say your choices matter, but in the long run they really don't. In Detroit, the smallest choice could get a character killed and that's what so great. Every choice has weight and you stress about situations because of that weight. The three main characters all have compelling stories and you care about each one. I was worried that one character would be the odd one out but luckily I was wrong. David Cage but time with each character so that they would all feel unique. The writing is great and the pacing is on point. There are some moments where the story is a bit slow (towards the beginning) but after the story picks up, it doesn't stop. Your choices are so important that some people may hate the game because of how some character arcs can end. One wrong move and a character can die which can leave you a bit unfulfilled. This is what happened to me on my first playthrough. I kept all three main characters alive until everything began going wrong. It left me feeling unsatisfied but I knew it was my fault. My second playthrough ended much better and made me appreciate the game even more. I cannot wait to see what Quantic Dream does next!… Expand
  76. Shonucic
    Jun 8, 2018
    10
    This is a great game if you're a fan of this genre and Quantic dream's other games. Great story and very polished!
  77. martinsll
    Jun 8, 2018
    10
    Melhor jogo da produtora até então ! O sistema de interação que em Heavy Rain às vezes deixava o usuário irritado evoluiu positivamente. Ignorem os reviews negativos, pois provavelmente é coisa de fanboy ! As atuações de todos os personagens estão perfeitas.
  78. krystek
    Jun 8, 2018
    9
    Great game and a great evperience! Best David Cage game, emotions, this what im looking in games! :)
  79. garaegoro
    Jun 7, 2018
    10
    In this game mistakes will kill you or make you morally kill your self...
    -all bad reviews is people who got bad ending which destroyed them morally.
    that's prove , because this game can not be 4/10

    its actually 10/10 but I will put 9/10 because nothing is perfect
  80. ScienceAdvisor
    Jun 7, 2018
    3
    Ignore the people that do not realize that a game must have gameplay or it is just an interactive movie. This thing is the latter, not a game. Invisible walls, interactive actions that make no sense (lifting a food covering), and other pretend interactions. I am surprised there was not a quick time game for moving your feet when walking. So all you are getting is a CG movie with theIgnore the people that do not realize that a game must have gameplay or it is just an interactive movie. This thing is the latter, not a game. Invisible walls, interactive actions that make no sense (lifting a food covering), and other pretend interactions. I am surprised there was not a quick time game for moving your feet when walking. So all you are getting is a CG movie with the pretense of interaction, as it is just tacked on. As a movie it is a solid 8/10, but as a fake game it is only a 3/10.… Expand
  81. tayrog7
    Jun 7, 2018
    10
    This is a rather fantastic game. Quickly made it into my all-time top three or four favorite games. I couldn't put it down, and after finishing it once, I'm eager to start over and try everything different. I think it is an incredible story that moves the player in ways many games don't.
  82. Jtplaz3
    Jun 6, 2018
    10
    Throughout the course of my playing Detroit: Become Human, I've developed two things in my head as I played. Emotion, and Bonds. This game is catastrophic in the way it demonstrates it's events and its characters, and the struggles and choices the characters have and have to make. Not only did I see what the character had to go through, but for the first time I felt immersed, I felt theThroughout the course of my playing Detroit: Become Human, I've developed two things in my head as I played. Emotion, and Bonds. This game is catastrophic in the way it demonstrates it's events and its characters, and the struggles and choices the characters have and have to make. Not only did I see what the character had to go through, but for the first time I felt immersed, I felt the characters emotions I felt the character's actions, I felt as if I were in the game. There are multiple obstacles throughout this game, multiple choices, multiple PATHS you must forge not only by yourself but with your allies as well, YOU must create the path that will better suit the Androids, but at the same time, you must question the humans. Will they arrive at the same fate? Do they deserve this? Why do they deserve this? The game challenges you to make a choice, it challenges you not only with a decision, but with a question, and the question is, is What will you do to be free? You must discover that in Detroit: Become Human.… Expand
  83. DolieDoo
    Jun 6, 2018
    10
    Easily one of the best “interactive movie” games out there. Blows Telltale games and hell even dare I say Until Dawn out of the waters. Easily one of the best in the genre.
  84. Crowfoot63
    Jun 6, 2018
    9
    The story in this game is the best David Cage has created and one of the best stories this year in gaming. Despite the irony of the story revolving around robots, the characters feel incredibly real and gripping, with it being extremely difficult to not empathise with even side-characters. With the themes regarding segregation, prejudice and discrimination which draw heavily real worldThe story in this game is the best David Cage has created and one of the best stories this year in gaming. Despite the irony of the story revolving around robots, the characters feel incredibly real and gripping, with it being extremely difficult to not empathise with even side-characters. With the themes regarding segregation, prejudice and discrimination which draw heavily real world events, as well as fairly reasonable technologies that well and truly could be in our near future, it is a difficult task to not be immersed yet terrified of this world that Cage has created. Most of the issues with Cage's previous games, such as unneeded interactions, gratuitous nudity, and unbelievable characters, have been ironed out, which make it a lot easier to become involved with the game and the characters. The game's story would have been a 10/10 (in my eyes at least) if it were not for the endings, which without spoilers, appear very 'walking into the sunset'-esque. This is undoubtedly a result of the fact that the games story and ending is based on your decisions, but the quality of the endings do not seem at the same level of the rest of the story. Nevertheless, Cage has created an amazing world with characters that you can't help but love and root for in his arguably best work.… Expand
  85. mrjackthereaper
    Jun 6, 2018
    4
    wow, such a surprise, and also not surprise at all. quantic dream want to make a master peice after heavy rain, but,... they are fail. in this game, look like quantic dream try to build a back ground and emotional feeling for every character in the game, but they just keep make it unclear and fading by time. Even the name of the game is a huge problem and mistake: be come human. Thewow, such a surprise, and also not surprise at all. quantic dream want to make a master peice after heavy rain, but,... they are fail. in this game, look like quantic dream try to build a back ground and emotional feeling for every character in the game, but they just keep make it unclear and fading by time. Even the name of the game is a huge problem and mistake: be come human. The android dont even want to be human, they want to live like independent species(if u play the game, u will understand this). another example is: Connor, an "android robocop" simply a copy of Norman Jayden from heavy rain, they both assertive, weak voice, both detective and have a kindda vulnerable body type, but the way they build Jayden is much better. music also nearly not exist, although the sound effect is very good and quite fit the scence. talk about control, is not feel so good, u can understand this when u touch the PS4 controller, this is not a big problem but is a one of the problem will make u dont even want to keep play the game, so dont even ask about should you replay the game. The game some time have bug and models fragment even you play the game in a PS4 Pro, but maybe some time they will "help" you laugh. this game is the product made from about 6 years ago, so dont expect some thing that extra ordinary or epic in this game, cause all the time, this game tell you what to do with forced dialogs, and some moment you will feels like that should have dialogs choices, but it dont have. Just like heavy rain or beyond 2 soul, this game is drama-interactive, so dont expect any open play style element in this game, the game fill with Quick Time Event system and it's very esily get bored. Im a big fan of heavy rain, and this game is such a dissappointment, it do have style, but soon faded with bug, bored story telling, clunky control and plus some funny models fragment moment, this is the game that you just should play 1 time and go another game. If you looking for something mystery or emotional, i think Heavy rain and beyond 2 soul is much good choices for you. not this one.… Expand
  86. TyYes
    Jun 6, 2018
    10
    Trust me it is one of the best games ever. Ignore the hate reviews with a personal agenda against creator of the game David Cage. Its so unfair somes negative reviews, but if you check on peoples rating you are going to see the truth about this amazing game. This is a masterpiece. Amazing story, Perfect gameplay, excellent graphics similar or even better with uncharted series and metalTrust me it is one of the best games ever. Ignore the hate reviews with a personal agenda against creator of the game David Cage. Its so unfair somes negative reviews, but if you check on peoples rating you are going to see the truth about this amazing game. This is a masterpiece. Amazing story, Perfect gameplay, excellent graphics similar or even better with uncharted series and metal gear solid. This is totally art, it is like you are playing on a oscar winner movie, so full of emotions. And dont forget the story depends on your choices. You are the script writer. Thank you Quantic Dream, Thank you Sony, Thank you David Cage.… Expand
  87. SanHolo
    Jun 6, 2018
    10
    Masterpiece, i wish i could experience that again like the first time i played it.

    Game of the year.
  88. lipesg
    Jun 6, 2018
    10
    The best Quantic Dream game so far. And also the best game in "interactive drama" genre.
    In Detroit: Become Human you feel that every decision and action, even the small ones will have a deep impact on the storyline and in the world of the game.
    Maybe you will make a decision that appear to be simple, but maybe in the future it may be the difference between the life or death of one of    The best Quantic Dream game so far. And also the best game in "interactive drama" genre.
    In Detroit: Become Human you feel that every decision and action, even the small ones will have a deep impact on the storyline and in the world of the game.
    Maybe you will make a decision that appear to be simple, but maybe in the future it may be the difference between the life or death of one of the characters.

    Also, the acting of the actors is very powerful, all the characters seems to be so real.
    The incredible graphics is like a glimpse of what the next gen games will look like.

    Loved every single minute of this game!    … Expand
  89. Steff86
    Jun 5, 2018
    10
    Amazing game! If you're a fan of previous games made by David Cage you'll love Detroit. Don't think we'll see a better story game this year and the amount of choices and different paths is impressive. Visuals are the best i've seen across all platforms including PC, the voice acting is superb and is a game that triggers lots of emotions.
  90. dash383535
    Jun 5, 2018
    8
    Spoiler Free #DashReviews

    Introduction: After multiple showings and demonstrations at E3 about the vast branching choice that Detroit: Become Human was going to offer, Quantic Dream latest game has finally come out. Will this choose your own adventure drama lives up to its E3 promises or will this game be thrown in the android scrap yard? Story: This game follows three androids named    Spoiler Free #DashReviews

    Introduction: After multiple showings and demonstrations at E3 about the vast branching choice that Detroit: Become Human was going to offer, Quantic Dream latest game has finally come out. Will this choose your own adventure drama lives up to its E3 promises or will this game be thrown in the android scrap yard?

    Story: This game follows three androids named Markus, Kara, and Connor. Markus story follows him starting a revolution to give the same rights to android as humans have. Kara has to protect a little girl that as to go on the run due to her abusive father. Last but not least, Connor is a prototype detective that is working on a case of why androids are suddenly having empathy and acting like humans. These stories eventually cross paths as more twist and turns unveil within the story. This story has a lot of good moment when playing as Connor or Kara but I always felt that Markus story and his line performance came off as a bit cheesy. Markus story is filled with clichés and moment that just feel a bit forced. With that being said, the story as a whole is engaging and fun for the whole 10 hour run time. You will get an interesting outlook on the story too if you decide to play it more than once with different choices, which I would highly recommend.

    Gameplay: This game is your standard choose dialog adventure game with QTE moments thrown in for the action scenes. Normally, I despise QTE’s but in this game, they really work since characters can be killed off at almost any moment of the game, giving a sense of every encounter being intense. Most choices are meaningful due to the fact that the story can branch off in so many ways. Once every chapter is completed, you get to see a flow chart of all the choices you could have made and it really gives a sense of scope on how many options you do have in this game. My only problem with this is Markus choices don’t have much difference in outcome due to how integral his part is in the story. Even when killed off, he is just replaced with his female counterpart and the story continues without your involvement. His most important choice, if you keep him alive, is that he can choose to protest peacefully or violently. This is easily fixed due to the other 2/3 of the game not having this issue. The gameplay, for the most part, is top notch and has multiple paths for you to explore in multiple playthroughs.

    Technical: I say this about almost every Sony game, but the statement still holds true. Top-notch graphics, the characters and the city of Detroit look so good, it was almost like watching a live action movie. A masterful soundtrack with a few forgettable songs here or there. No glitches or presentation issues present while playing. A technical masterpiece on every level.

    Verdict: Detroit: Become Human definitely live up to the E3 demo for having crazy amounts of branch storylines. The game can be a bit cheesy but still offers a fun time through the world of Detroit. This game sets a new bar for choose your own adventure games and I hope to see something come along that can use the Detroit formula and make something even better.

    Pros
    +Engaging story
    +Many branching paths to take
    +Amazing on a Technical Level
    +Great Soundtrack

    Cons:
    -Markus story is cheesy
    -Most of Markus choices don’t matter    … Expand
  91. abvilla
    Jun 5, 2018
    10
    Quedé maravillado con la historia y como esta se ramifica en muchas opciones posibles , además la sensación que se vive en cada escena, te hace sentir inmerso en ella, lo cual hizo que no me distrajera de la trama en todo momento, el pero fue la parte extensa donde Marcus debe llegar a Jericho, fue un poco latera, pero bueno... no le puedo dar un 9 por ese detalle a esta obra maestra,
  92. sanex
    Jun 5, 2018
    10
    Great game with amazing storyline, details, music and graphic. The star between battleroyal-like era.
  93. sityoazzdown
    Jun 5, 2018
    8
    Quantic Dream's best game to date that I've played. This is an interactive game, so buyers please do research into the gameplay to make sure you know what you're getting into. A choose your own adventure game, where you make choices, whether that be dialogue or important decisions/actions. This game has amazing production values, and you can tell by the top-notch graphics and voice-acting.Quantic Dream's best game to date that I've played. This is an interactive game, so buyers please do research into the gameplay to make sure you know what you're getting into. A choose your own adventure game, where you make choices, whether that be dialogue or important decisions/actions. This game has amazing production values, and you can tell by the top-notch graphics and voice-acting. The story was ok, but that wasn't what made this game so good, it is the exhilarating decisions that you have to make, especially during the timed sections, I don't remember when a game made me so stressed and so exhilarated at the same time during decision time. You always have the thought of characters dying throughout the game, and that ups the ante. Now I believe this is the first truly authentic "your descisions will impact the story" type of game. It's not 100% like that , but some decisions you make will completely change how one scene plays out for one player and another for someone who makes a different choice. (There seems to be about 3-5 different outcomes on average for each chapters; not including the endings). Dialogue options can be unlocked for one player, but not for another if some clues are missed. Multiple endings, based on your choices...you get the point. And surprisingly, this game has some longevity for a interactive game, the flowchart peaks my interest, and you can either play through the game twice, or mess around and see how different decisions would change the outcome. The only con is that the theme of this game never evolves or innovates in its genre. Other than that, it's one of the best interactive game to date.… Expand
  94. Cometer
    Jun 5, 2018
    9
    Most people get this game. Those that don't shouldn't have bought it anyway. This is interactive storytelling. Whenever a game like this comes out, it seems we have remind people that not all games or experiences need to be the same. There are RTS, RPGs, sim games, FPS and so on. And there are interactive storytelling games like those made by Telltale or games like Life is Strange. AndMost people get this game. Those that don't shouldn't have bought it anyway. This is interactive storytelling. Whenever a game like this comes out, it seems we have remind people that not all games or experiences need to be the same. There are RTS, RPGs, sim games, FPS and so on. And there are interactive storytelling games like those made by Telltale or games like Life is Strange. And this is what Quantic Dream does. And they do it with a AAA budget offering an interactive story experience that really is next level. Yes there are games that offer a great story, great gameplay. Vast world to explore and so on. Games like The Witcher 3, Last Of Us or God Of War. Story wise, none of these games is behind any interactive story game like Detroit. But they are different experiences. Detroit is a build your own movie kind of game. And by nature, because the player isn't focused on leveling up, you pay more attention to the story, And what a story Detroit has. Yes, we've seen elements of it in other movies, games, tv shows, but Detroit really does a great job giving light to the challenges of a future where automation takes over most jobs. Of the issues we humans have acknowledging cultural shifts and accepting new rules. Accepting something that is different from what we are used to. Our history shows that most of us don't like change. But our biggest conquests come from the unwillingness of the few to accept the status quo. Detroit titles says it all. Detroit story is not about Androids. It's about "Becoming human".… Expand
  95. honomaru
    Jun 5, 2018
    7
    Quite a number of these user reviews are irrelevant as clearly some folks didn't get the memo regarding the type of gameplay Quantic Dreams is known for. All this complaining about how boring the gameplay is blah blah blah. It's like people who leave bad reviews under certain JRPGs like "I hate turn-based combat". DON'T LEAVE A REVIEW THEN! The genre obviously isn't for you so youQuite a number of these user reviews are irrelevant as clearly some folks didn't get the memo regarding the type of gameplay Quantic Dreams is known for. All this complaining about how boring the gameplay is blah blah blah. It's like people who leave bad reviews under certain JRPGs like "I hate turn-based combat". DON'T LEAVE A REVIEW THEN! The genre obviously isn't for you so you literally voided your own review. If you played Detroit hoping for action packed gameplay, then I dont care what you think about the game.

    Sidenote: I personally wouldn't give this game more than a 7.5. Granted I've only gotten one ending so far so MAYBE my opinion can change but to be completely honest, there just weren't very many characters I cared about. In a game like this, you are shooting yourself in the foot to have anything off about your story considering the entirety of your game is storytelling. And like typical QD fashion, there's a number of unrealistic interactions, lack of explanations regarding certain character motivations, and extremely polar quality voice acting (ranging from EXCELLENT to just awkward and flat).

    I won't spoil anything but in my story branch, there was a twist that they built it up to seem like a big deal but because there were no hints or lead up and they just sorta spring it on you and move the story forward like nothing happened, I felt nothing.

    Gameplay is smoother than it's ever been in a QD game but still stiff. It pissed me off how many object interactions I missed because I wasn't able to line the character's body up the right way to do so. Like if something is sitting on a table, why do I have to walk all the way to the front side of the table to pick it up?? Just grab the damn thing like a regular person! They really do make you feel like a stiff android when you move around. UGH!

    Also did not like how there were a number of NON-TIMED sections that were secretly timed. Which stung me more times than I was comfortable with when I assumed I had time to kill and would read the human magazines only to have the sequence move forward shortly after I put it down -- BEFORE I was able to investigate like half a room. A little heads up there would've been nice..

    Overall, (while it is FUNCTIONALLY their best game) in terms of story it only beats out Beyond Two Souls. To me, Heavy Rain and Indigo Prophecy were still more compelling so it does feel like QC is moving backwards. There were literally times I took a break out of boredom and continuing sometimes like punching the clock before sitting down to do work at the office. Like "(Sigh) Well I don't like to leave things unfinished..."    … Expand
  96. mswain607
    Jun 5, 2018
    9
    I really enjoyed my time playing this latest game from Quantic Dream. The quality of the gameplay and storyline has really improved since the likes of Heavy Rain (and to a lesser extent Beyond: Two Souls).

    I loved the setting of the game and the depiction of 2038 Detroit, and the sheer amount of branching storylines mean you can enjoy playing through the whole game in many ways. I'm a    I really enjoyed my time playing this latest game from Quantic Dream. The quality of the gameplay and storyline has really improved since the likes of Heavy Rain (and to a lesser extent Beyond: Two Souls).

    I loved the setting of the game and the depiction of 2038 Detroit, and the sheer amount of branching storylines mean you can enjoy playing through the whole game in many ways. I'm a particular fan of the introduction of the flowchart feature - not only did it help with trophies, but it was also nice to see how the game mapped out. Some chapters had so many different combinations that it did really feel like every choice mattered.

    It is sad to see that the game's official ratings are being impacted by people who dislike David Cage, as it unfairly criticises the 100s of others who worked to create such a great game. However, I think this will go on to be QD's most successful game yet, and I look forward to what they will offer next!    … Expand
  97. PVBuk
    Jun 5, 2018
    9
    Love this game!
    I’ve been playing videogames since the late 1970s and this game’s visuals just blow me away!
    Three stories in one game, linked in part, with so many options/choices that replaying is just as good!
  98. Hellskull
    Jun 5, 2018
    3
    Lots of people, just giving a 10 without playing is just mad, I had several bugs, and this "game" is more like an Interactive movie.
  99. FabledFay
    Jun 4, 2018
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. [SMALL SPOILERS]
    Detroit has both good and bad stuff.
    The good:
    - Everything about the visuals. The game is gorgeous, the design is great, but what I liked most was how much care went into creating different universes for the three main protagonists.
    - Everything sound related. The soundtracks are amazing (especially Kara's). The sound design is overall great as well - you can tell that a lot of effort went into it.
    - The large amount of choices that actually have consequences. Some choices' consequences are very obvious - will you make Connor a deviant, or will he remain a machine? Will Markus lead the android revolution peacefully or violently? But on the other hand, a lot of choices also have minute consequences that can end up being significant. For example, maybe you want Connor to get to a specific place to pursue his mission. But maybe you don't want him to go, because it would impact another character. Maybe Kara's experience of the world will change based on the decisions you make with the two other characters. The existence of the flowchart, which allows you to see which possibilities you've unlocked, but also how many remain hidden, compels you to play again and again to find new outcomes.
    - The game knows what you want to do, and will let you do a lot of it. I remember many times where I was in a chase and I would think "what about this thing? can I use it?" In other games I've played, the answer would more often than not be "no". But in Detroit, I was surprised by how often the answer ended up being "yes". Not only do the choices have consequences - they are also numerous and the game will really reward you for going back and checking out areas or possibilities you didn't try at first.
    - The acting is overall good to great. All of the main cast is incredibly convincing and manages to get you invested in the characters. There may be one or two performances that aren't as solid, but the others more than make up for it. I have to point out Cornelius Smith Jr and Dana Gourrier's performances. Since they aren't really part of the main cast, people tend to overlook them.
    - Fair QTEs. So this is very subjective, but I played on the "Experienced" difficulty and I felt like the QTEs were fair. Meaning some fights were easier, but if I wanted to pull a stunt where I wanted to save a character from a tight situation, the QTEs got harder, which makes sense.
    - Connor's investigation scenes and Markus' mid-game scenes. Those are as gameplay-like as the game gets, and they are SO. FUN.
    - The Crossroads chapter. The stakes. Gosh.
    - Some writing moments. I loved the dynamic between Connor and Hank. I ended up getting an ending with Kara that involves cold water (I'll leave it at that) and it really got to me - made me think of people who are stuck in that situation right now, and how nightmarish it must be. I feel like Detroit gets some scenes incredibly right - enough to keep you engaged, especially since you KNOW that those characters can get completely screwed up if you don't take the right decisions.

    The bad:
    - Some of the writing. Honestly, it comes out most in Markus' path. Some of the allusions in there are BLATANT, to the point where it's almost disrespectful...? There's no subtlety in his path - it feels like wish-fulfillment at times. I almost wish we didn't get a backstory for Markus. Because then he'd be this cool mysterious leader with piercing eyes and a knack for suspense-filled declarations. He felt much more impressive when I met him as other characters than when I played him. Also, the whole romance is flat, boring and unexpected. Markus and that character have 0 chemistry. It's not the actors' faults - the characters just don't go well together.
    - Some scenes are really over-the-top. Like Markus dramatically grabbing a coat that was just conveniently THERE. Come on, David Cage.
    - Controls are sometimes weird. Especially when walking. Or when walking and then trying to do an action.
    - There's a very essential element in Connor's investigation that never. gets. explained. It's Heavy Rain all over again except Heavy Rain was like that cause part of the game was cut. I don't mind if it's not addressed, but give me the means to find the answer. Even if it means reading every tiny little detail. I'll do it and I'll love it. But I want answers if it's a plot point.
    - This might seem like nitpicking but it's bugging me: the time is way off. The game is set in 2038 and that doesn't feel realistic - too soon. Also, the whole game happens in the span on something like a week, which is laughable. I wish all revolutions were this short.

    With all that, I'll give Detroit and 8/10 because I've already completed two playthroughs and I'm not stopping. I love the universe, the characters and the multiple possibilities. Even if some scenes are weaker, I still feel compelled to play again. And even if I've played twice, I still manage to get characters killed - I still have to stay alert    … Expand
  100. Zabe
    Jun 4, 2018
    10
    An amazing game with an enthralling story that keeps you interested the entire time whilst showing the issues of slavery and civil rights!
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#74 Best PS4 Game of 2018
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 104 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 77 out of 104
  2. Mixed: 25 out of 104
  3. Negative: 2 out of 104
  1. PLAY! Zine
    Aug 18, 2019
    85
    Detroit: Become Human delivers a story with a ton of possible choices, and a lot of questions for a player to bear afterward. If you like it when games make you think about them after you play them, this is the game for you. Stunning visuals and music score, make you forget about some weaker points of the game. But all in all, it is an enjoyable experience you should not miss.
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  2. Adventure Gamers
    Dec 21, 2018
    70
    Detroit: Become Human looks and sounds great, and includes key player choices throughout, though it could have benefited greatly from a tighter script. While it’s commendable that Quantic Dream tried to cover hot-button issues in a big-budget video game, it works better when focused on the personal character moments than the bigger themes that don’t dig deep enough to make a meaningful impact.
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  3. Game World Navigator Magazine
    Sep 26, 2018
    85
    Although the narrative is fairly linear, there are enough branching paths over the course of the game to make it feel like your actions matter. That allows Detroit to still be fun even on multiple playthroughs – and for an interactive movie, that’s a rare praise. [Issue#231, p.68]
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