Detroit: Become Human

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8.8

Generally favorable reviews- based on 6420 Ratings

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  1. 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.
  2. ShadeIs
    Jun 10, 2018
    10
    Really good game, everything is spot-on especially the emotional music, but there are some minor flaws and bugs.
  3. 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
  4. 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.
  5. 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.
  6. 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.
  7. 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.
  8. 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
  9. lynn1996
    Jun 11, 2018
    10
    Ist just a great game good story beautiful graphics amazing actors cant say someting negative about this game
  10. 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!
  11. 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.
  12. 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.
  13. 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!
  14. 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
  15. 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.
  16. 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
  17. 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.
  18. 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
  19. 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
  20. 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
  21. 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.
  22. 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
  23. GODonyaONFiRE
    Jul 12, 2020
    10
    Igra prosto pushka, ochen ponravilos, osobenno topovy policeiskiy i Conor. Nu igra realno na odnom dyxanii.
  24. Cmope
    Jan 4, 2019
    10
    Detroit is one hell of a ride! Human like androids are an everyday thing. Which might be our future aswell. Story is excellent. Voice acting is done really well aswell! Music really fits the scene. In short this whole game is epic! Although I'm not sure if it's really worth the 60 dollars. The game does have re-playability since there are multiple endings and routes to take. Detroit BecomeDetroit is one hell of a ride! Human like androids are an everyday thing. Which might be our future aswell. Story is excellent. Voice acting is done really well aswell! Music really fits the scene. In short this whole game is epic! Although I'm not sure if it's really worth the 60 dollars. The game does have re-playability since there are multiple endings and routes to take. Detroit Become Human is one of those games that will hit you with it's story and you will end up thinking about the game long after you've played it. That's why I give it a solid 10/10.… Expand
  25. 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
  26. 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!
  27. 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
  28. 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
  29. marvely
    Jun 26, 2018
    10
    This game finally convinced me to buy a PS4. It's really immersive and the story just blew me away. The graphics are amazing, the mo-cap actors did an absolutely amazing job! Big shout-out to Bryan Dechart (who is keeping this community alive and helps it grow!), Jesse Williams, Valorie Curry, Clancy Brown, Matt Vladimery, Neil Newbon and all the other amazing actors! And of course DavidThis game finally convinced me to buy a PS4. It's really immersive and the story just blew me away. The graphics are amazing, the mo-cap actors did an absolutely amazing job! Big shout-out to Bryan Dechart (who is keeping this community alive and helps it grow!), Jesse Williams, Valorie Curry, Clancy Brown, Matt Vladimery, Neil Newbon and all the other amazing actors! And of course David Cage! You can truly shape the story by the decisions you make and it is amazing how many different endings there are! I'm not tired of playing it yet! 10/10… Expand
  30. 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.
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Metascore
78

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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