Detroit: Become Human

 PlayStation 4
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8.8

Generally favorable reviews- based on 6420 Ratings

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  1. almanaga
    Jan 11, 2019
    10
    Immersive atmosphere, perfect visuals, stunning sound are the key elements of this perfect game!
  2. battleangel
    Nov 27, 2018
    10
    Masterpiece - I'm not afraid to use that word in this case. Because it's interactive experience much deeper than "just a game". It touches important topics about humanity and our future that are much deeper than it can be seen on the surface as "game about androids". Long essay could be easily written just about the story and important issues that it contains so I skip this part. All I canMasterpiece - I'm not afraid to use that word in this case. Because it's interactive experience much deeper than "just a game". It touches important topics about humanity and our future that are much deeper than it can be seen on the surface as "game about androids". Long essay could be easily written just about the story and important issues that it contains so I skip this part. All I can say is that it's very emotional story that touched me deeply. Not often I feel so engaged in the events and fate of protagonist because not many games can develop great story. I played it on 'experienced' level even if I'm new to PS4 controller and I need more time that game allowed me to tap right button but this way it was more challenging and more emotional. Of course, I failed almost completely. Another plus for a game because failing is winning here: you can learn a lesson and try again to success by trying new pathways - game is not boring and allow for many game-plays where you can see events previously not discovered.
    Music is awesome. Three composers matched to character of protagonists plus bonus tracks. It's so nice to hear artists from Detroit like father of Techno Juan Atkins.
    My personal favorite is Kara, her story and soundtrack. I felt in my hands is life of real person not character in the game. Other two stories and characters are inferior. No not at all. All of them are equally great. It's just personal preference to like one character above another.
    Graphics is also really good - nothing that I could complain about, it keeps today's highest standards. Face expressions are great. They doesn't break 4th wall - another achievement.
    Main menu android assistant is also great idea. I'll miss her :)
    It's easy for me to give highest score because it seems that authors of the game share the same view about the world and our civilization/society as me so I felt at home.
    I hope that more games will have such engaging stories and rich characters and I hope that Quantic Dream will bring new awesome game soon.    … Expand
  3. TheTurtle-5
    Dec 5, 2018
    9
    Very nice game!
    I buy ps4 for this game!!!
    There are 3 plot related to others, better than heavy rain!
    Great game
  4. 613th
    Oct 14, 2019
    10
    I were not expect a lot from this game, i even can say that hype from Detroit ade me not really like it even before I started playing. But when i just have played it first - i cant stop till the game ends.
    The gaming process, the graphic, characters - all this was great. The story was not so gorgeus, but rather good too.
    And the most wonderful part of it - number of plot branches. It is    I were not expect a lot from this game, i even can say that hype from Detroit ade me not really like it even before I started playing. But when i just have played it first - i cant stop till the game ends.
    The gaming process, the graphic, characters - all this was great. The story was not so gorgeus, but rather good too.
    And the most wonderful part of it - number of plot branches. It is make to respect developers, writers and the whole quanticdream team.

    If you got an opportunity to play this game with someone else - just try, It is much-much better, when you can create a real confrontation between the main characters within the game.    … Expand
  5. Mokujin
    Jan 4, 2019
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Один немногих эксклюзивов, ради которого действительно необходимо брать PS4. Огромное разветвление сюжетный линий, которые поражают своей вариативностью. Что же по сюжету, он отличен, да нам преподносят немного не ту проблему, которую многим хотелось бы видеть, но это все равно не делает игру на столько хуже, на сколько ее многие засрали. Даже уже в конце пройденной игры нам предоставляют возможность пройти опрос : сколько раз или вообще возникли ли у нас сопереживания героям, и скажу, безусловно : да! Однако ни в коем случае не андроидам, а людям. Было печально за Хэнка, старика Карла, Алису (пока не раскрылось то, что она анжроид), роботы же в этой игре, меня совсем не тронули. На протяжении всей игры мне принципиально не нравился Маркус, и совершенно противоположное мнение о Конноре, т.к. именно он и должен был погасить всю эту андроидскую заваруху.
    Что по геймплею, тут все неоднозначно, сам жанр игры не предоставляет каких-либо больших возможностей, кроме как достаточно нервных QTE.
    Саундтрэк. Ох, как же разбегались мои мурашки по телу, когда увидели впервые интро Детроида, когда Кэра разглядывает рахруху и одновременно процветающую цивилизацию через окно машины под идеально подобранную музыку. Это касается не только интро, а и всех событий вообще - музыка подобрана наилучшим образом 10/10
    Графика тут меня совсем не впечатлила, приемлемо, хорошо подобран свет, нет никаких вырвиглаз текстур, все в порадке. Однако, однако, в первой миссии за Маркуса, гуляя по городу, наблюдается не малый просев фпс, и наблюдался он не единожды.
    Подводя итоги, могу заявить, что ни пожалел о деньгах, а главное о времени, потративших на Детроит. Моя конечная оценка 9, т.к. выше описанная проблема андроидов была поднята, как я считаю, не так как хотелось бы.    … Expand
  6. trarantino
    Dec 29, 2018
    9
    Игра шидевр! Просто лучшая игра всех времён и народов. Какая графика, какой графон!
  7. gamerxboxfan
    Apr 26, 2019
    10
    excelente um dos melhores jogos de narrativa que joguei na vida personagens carismáticos historia dramática e emotiva jogabilidade frenética sem mais.
  8. luanvianalv
    Apr 30, 2019
    9
    Esse foi o jogo em que as escolhas realmente pesam na narrativa. Senti vários sentimentos ao decorrer da minha jogatina. Sem dúvidas o melhor do gênero.
  9. Ofdoom
    Aug 20, 2019
    10
    Amazing game, so many choices have significant impacts on the rest of the story. Amazing graphics make 4K worhwhile. Well worth several playthroughs to try vastly different paths.
  10. marc7dayz
    Aug 21, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. i have to admit that the demo didn't really captivate me and i played Detroit become HUman when it was in the Playstation Plus games. finally i would have spent 50€ for the great game. The story and the graphics are just perfect. We play together and sit every evening tied up and overwhelmed in front of the Tv.
    Of course you are bound to processes here and it's not an open world game, but that's not what it's supposed to be, it's a thrilling cinematic story to take part in. Many thanks for the great piece of art !    … Expand
  11. Kevdelsol
    Jul 4, 2019
    10
    Un juego que desde un principio te adentra en la trama y te pone de frente los problemas que te tocaran asumir
  12. Infinitom
    Jul 25, 2019
    10
    This is a super good game and I would totally recommend it !! ! I Thai k this is my favorite game !
  13. Sbang0514
    Aug 5, 2019
    10
    As a cinematic games enthusiastic, I loved every single bit of it.
    The game has stunning graphics and visual appeal.
    The story and the choices you make are so dynamic that you'll be caught off guard a lot of times.
    A must play if you like Sony first party games and any narrative driven games.
  14. Pureazure2
    Aug 10, 2019
    10
    I played lots of games I can say this is one of the best
    The graphics are gorgeous The choices are varied
    The plot is beautiful
    The aesthetics are on point
  15. Agilex
    Aug 20, 2019
    10
    The best game! It’s have to play everyone and creators have to do what they do
  16. PrasetOffgun
    Aug 23, 2019
    10
    From the first seconds to the last, I felt in place of the characters. The atmosphere in the game kept me in suspense of the whole gameplay. Musical companionship in the game is the main reason why I fell in love with DBH. All characters are unique. I really loved Kara and Alice. I saw how maternal instincts appeared in her (damn, this is very cute). I was very worried about them (I didFrom the first seconds to the last, I felt in place of the characters. The atmosphere in the game kept me in suspense of the whole gameplay. Musical companionship in the game is the main reason why I fell in love with DBH. All characters are unique. I really loved Kara and Alice. I saw how maternal instincts appeared in her (damn, this is very cute). I was very worried about them (I did not worry so much for myself). Marcus, who inspired all androids and was not afraid to engage in battle with people. Connor... just a cute character (Bryan Dechart Is Awesome). I fell in love with his image instantly. As soon as I saw the trailer on E3, I realized that Connor is my favorite character. The visual component of the game at altitude. When I played, I did not distinguish reality from the game ....
    Rating:
    Plot - 10/10
    Characters - 10/10
    Graphics - 10/10
    Atmosphere - 10/10
    Music - 100/10
    Connor - 100/10    … Expand
  17. DjaySuzi
    Mar 18, 2021
    9
    This game would be a perfect ten if they made it more stable on console. There's constant stuttering when the game switches from gameplay to cutscenes and sometimes the game will crash on ps4 (error code CE-34878-0). I've also played this on my ps5 and in one of the final scenes it crashed the entire console (turning it completely off on its own). Aside from that, this game is amazing.This game would be a perfect ten if they made it more stable on console. There's constant stuttering when the game switches from gameplay to cutscenes and sometimes the game will crash on ps4 (error code CE-34878-0). I've also played this on my ps5 and in one of the final scenes it crashed the entire console (turning it completely off on its own). Aside from that, this game is amazing. Some of the best acting, graphics, cutscenes, writing (the philosophical questions and touches on oppression are next level), and player choice I've ever experienced. Truly an experience I will never forget.… Expand
  18. LadyMiraBaelish
    Nov 1, 2019
    10
    It's one of my favorite games on ps4. It's amazingly done and every aspect of it is great. Of course people who generally don't enjoy this kind of games won't like this one too. But for this genre it's the best game yet. I've played through the whole game 2 times already and still am playing chapters to see all the possible paths, which are many.
    Graphics are beautiful, one of the best to    It's one of my favorite games on ps4. It's amazingly done and every aspect of it is great. Of course people who generally don't enjoy this kind of games won't like this one too. But for this genre it's the best game yet. I've played through the whole game 2 times already and still am playing chapters to see all the possible paths, which are many.
    Graphics are beautiful, one of the best to date. Main characters and their back-stories are interesting, all the side characters ale well done too.
    The plot is really good - we have straight strong motivations, places where we want to end up, and we have trouble along the way. It's not a kind of story with crazy plot-twists etc. It's an emotional story about finding identity and freedom. I can recommend it to anyone who likes this kind of topics.    … Expand
  19. DarkLycan
    Sep 24, 2019
    10
    This is the best game I have played in a long time and think there should be a spin off game or a number two of this game. Highly recommend to anyone who loves option based games.
  20. zmeddler
    Oct 10, 2019
    10
    Well, I'm not a huge fan of single player games, but I got it as a bundle with PS4, i've tried it out-one of the best experience I ever had. Absolutely diving deep story, it often calls to your emotions
  21. 5150-Gonzo
    Nov 25, 2019
    10
    Easily one of the best experiences on the PS4. I say experience, because this game is more of a movie than a freaking game, but that's not exactly a complaint! The story is easily one of the best in a video game, the graphics are top tier, voice acting and writing is movie level quality, and it's a engaging experience from start too finish. Must buy, especially for fans of Indigo ProphecyEasily one of the best experiences on the PS4. I say experience, because this game is more of a movie than a freaking game, but that's not exactly a complaint! The story is easily one of the best in a video game, the graphics are top tier, voice acting and writing is movie level quality, and it's a engaging experience from start too finish. Must buy, especially for fans of Indigo Prophecy and Heavy Rain.… Expand
  22. Roey2543
    Oct 22, 2019
    10
    Best game i ever played, incredible story and very immersive gameplay and music
  23. Maedhros
    Oct 24, 2019
    10
    One of the greatest, most moving experiences I've had in gaming. If you've ever been enraged by injustice, felt trodden upon, or maligned by society, this game will touch you very deeply. I've never identified so much with a character from a game as I have with these, I love them as if they were real. All the technical aspects of the game are outstanding as others have noted, but for meOne of the greatest, most moving experiences I've had in gaming. If you've ever been enraged by injustice, felt trodden upon, or maligned by society, this game will touch you very deeply. I've never identified so much with a character from a game as I have with these, I love them as if they were real. All the technical aspects of the game are outstanding as others have noted, but for me the feelings this game evoked in me is what make it truly exceptional, one of a kind really. Do yourself a favor and play it.… Expand
  24. Secty394
    Oct 26, 2019
    10
    If you’re looking for a game that matches up to ‘Heavy Rain’ or ‘Until Dawn’.. and then surpasses all expectations in terms of butterfly effect and game choices and endings, this is the game for you. The plot has moments where it falls short, and the slavery/holocaust analogies are a little in your face, but the general concept and content is excellent. Visually, it is a stunning game.If you’re looking for a game that matches up to ‘Heavy Rain’ or ‘Until Dawn’.. and then surpasses all expectations in terms of butterfly effect and game choices and endings, this is the game for you. The plot has moments where it falls short, and the slavery/holocaust analogies are a little in your face, but the general concept and content is excellent. Visually, it is a stunning game.

    The characters are well thought out: Connor, Markus and some of the NPCs stealing the show. Lara’s character and plot is a little irritating on the second play through (and beyond), but that is simply because she has less dimensions than the two male leads. It doesn’t help that her plot is not intrinsic to the overarching story, where Markus and Connor’s are. She carries the ‘civilian’ experience of a civil war, so while her journey is emotional, it’s not for everyone. I found her story to bring the enjoyment of the game down. For what it’s worth, I found Connor and Markus’ scenes much more enjoyable, with an emotive experience, and Connor’s plot definitely trumps the whole experience. All in, an excellent game. I’m on my fifth play through and I still have a good 30-40% of gameplay still left to view.    … Expand
  25. sergeyb
    Oct 15, 2020
    10
    Крутецкое кинцо!!! Очень понравилась игра. Выбил платину.
  26. Raverin
    Nov 24, 2020
    8
    One of the best interactive game what i played, amazing story what i will remember for a long time. The game's world is so detailed and believable. Characters and everything works perfectly. If you like that genre you must play!
  27. EcchiMegane
    Nov 25, 2019
    10
    Amazing game... the story is so emotional and dramatic, I cried several times! All the characters are likable, and the graphics are amazing. The best feature of this game of course is the fact that your actions have consequences, and I played through the game a good 6 times to try out different paths and outcomes and wasn't disappointed... it was the best game of the year 2018 for me!
  28. AbdullahOT
    Dec 8, 2019
    10
    القصه جميله
    واختيارك للحوارت شي ثاني
    انصح فيها
  29. Michael_zilber
    May 25, 2021
    9
    отличное управляемое кинцо, со смыслом. жаль что мало игр подобного жанра
  30. PrinceWulf
    Jul 19, 2020
    9
    Story feels genuine once you get a hang of what world you are in. Game makes you think of almost every action before you do it, whether it's asking what's someones hobby or convincing someone to not end up killing. You start caring for every playable character. Not to mention every choice you make can affect the outcome when it comes to lives of many. Even the main menu is giving youStory feels genuine once you get a hang of what world you are in. Game makes you think of almost every action before you do it, whether it's asking what's someones hobby or convincing someone to not end up killing. You start caring for every playable character. Not to mention every choice you make can affect the outcome when it comes to lives of many. Even the main menu is giving you choices!
    That said, I did feel like visuals could've been better during some moments. Everything else was phenomenal and is even worth to replay for different outcomes.    … Expand
  31. heartbreakerRU
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    очень много развязок сюжета, всё зависит от вашего выбора. В основной нужно в определённый момент времени нажать правильную кнопку, но тем не менее упор делался на сюжет и он у них отличный.
  32. KadomanBey
    Sep 27, 2020
    9
    I will be honest this game is best game i ever played. Some people saying this isn't a game this is a interactive movie or like this. I don't agree with that but i respect it. The game has a lot of cinematics. Story is absolutely amazing.
  33. MeteorPolice
    Feb 13, 2021
    9
    There seems to have been a backlash of late against Quantic Dream games by game critics who previously praised Heavy Rain. True, it's more of an interactive movie than a game (Think choose your own adventure book). The story is well acted, well written and thought provoking. Some reviewers have criticized David Cage's script writing, but honestly I can't think of a game with betterThere seems to have been a backlash of late against Quantic Dream games by game critics who previously praised Heavy Rain. True, it's more of an interactive movie than a game (Think choose your own adventure book). The story is well acted, well written and thought provoking. Some reviewers have criticized David Cage's script writing, but honestly I can't think of a game with better cinematics than this one, including The Last of Us - The game really closes the gap in quality between Hollywood movie and video game. Tonally, Detroit Become Human us somewhere between Westworld and an episode of Black Mirror. If you've enjoyed any of Quantic Dream's other games, you should definitely pick this up- This is their best game to date by far.… Expand
  34. ZzjimbozZ
    Jun 23, 2020
    8
    Story 8/10
    Gameplay 8/10
    Graphics 8/10

    Quantic dream has done a great job with this game the story and characters are fantastic
  35. iDimit
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    Хороший фильм. Стоит посмотреть все концовки
  36. Indi428
    Mar 6, 2021
    9
    Awesome game, everything a decision based story game should be, so many different branching storylines, real impactful choices and a great world/story. Would strongly recommend.
  37. Ky_Tree_No
    Oct 21, 2022
    4
    Ladies and Gentlemen, the CEO of Racism has officially been defeated.
  38. Chandler43
    Mar 28, 2021
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Detroit Become human is a fascinating game filled with beloved characters and new twists and turns each chapter. There is a lot of story writing errors though, for examples, not explaining what rA9 is. I think the writer left it to the players to decide what it could be, but that just ends up leaving many confused. Also, Alice was a android the whole time was a good idea, but the writer made a few mistakes on details that didn't make sense on why Alice did human things like eat and need sleep if she was an android. But a handful of errors does not takeaway the fact that as a whole, Detroit is a great game. My favorite parts are when you are Connor, I love to solve mysteries and anyone who is a fan of mysteries might find these chapters to be a lot of fun. Replay value for me was slim, I got bored trying to replay the game being a violent deviant since most of the story is the same, just different endings per chapter. I wish there was a skip option for any cutscenes that you've done before. I loved heavy rain and any fans of that game will like this one as well. Graphics are good and will age well overtime unlike heavy rain and beyond two souls. Can't wait to see the future games of Quantic Dreams… Expand
  39. darthpater
    Mar 27, 2021
    9
    Camera angles get annoying sometimes. Sometimes story becomes to cliche. But I have no other complaints other than this. The game says play me one more time.
  40. Playblueberry
    Jan 6, 2022
    6
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. "Detroit: Become Human isn’t a game, it’s an experience." This or similar banal phrase may frequently be heard about Quantic Dream’s most recent title. And it’s actually not wrong, in case we don’t take it as a praise. Detroit definitely isn’t a game, but the question is what does it want to be, and I’m not sure whether the developers can answer, as the gameplay is too dull for a game, limiting to walking back and forth around corridor-type locations and pressing buttons to progress through the dialogues and QTEs, and the plot is quite fragile for a worthy movie, as its setting is made rather poorly (at least some grounding for now-dying Detroit becoming a world’s capital of futuristic technologies by 2038 would be nice), its backstory isn’t even a bit sophisticated (the game doesn’t show you how and why do androids develop human feelings, it just tells you - they do), and it doesn’t mind forgetting something established within the game’s universe if it’s needed (e.g. Markus is clearly shown to need to physically contact an android to turn them into a deviant, but at some point he just starts to turn entire hordes of androids remotely). And yes, Detroit: Become Human is an experience. A disappointing, unpleasant experience of playing through the game preferring to push on some ‘tragedy’ to cover its unsustainable plot and hide its mediocre gameplay behind ‘nonlinearity’. Yes, the most painful thing about Detroit: Become Human is that it’s not fully nonlinear. Of three main storylines, only Connor’s feels totally free, as you’re able to choose between both sides while playing as him, and you aren’t while playing through Kara’s and Markus’ paths. Whether you want it or not, Kara will become the deviant, flee, approach certain people, etc (though in her story you may at least choose between saving her life only and helping Alice and Luther as well), and the endings when she gets captured by Zlatko or dies feel more like a game over than an independent finale. And while Kara’s story is actually somewhat nonlinear, Markus’ one is disappointingly straightforward until the very denouement. Your choices have almost zero weight until he joins Jericho, but since then not too much will change, as your choices will only be affecting his position within that movement hierarchy, not the fate of the rebellion, as it will continue, with or without Markus, and its destiny is actually in Connor’s hands, not his. These intricacies of the branching trees show that the game might have actually become much more nonlinear. However, despite Detroit is too straightforward for an interactive drama, it actually manages to achieve that level of attention to detail when the game’s replay potential becomes almost limitless, as no two playthroughs will be totally identical if you respond a couple of dialogues differently. The other really strong part of the game is its amazing visuals and a decent sound design, and those who provided them deserve only glorification for their work. Returning to the epigraph of this review, I can tell Detroit: Become Human IS an experience, but not necessarily a positive one.… Expand
  41. Hopfi21
    May 24, 2021
    9
    good story and finally u can see that youre decisions made a big influence.
  42. Jilliam18
    May 27, 2021
    10
    Best game I've ever played, so much emotion from every single character in this game. You really learn to love characters. This is the first game I've found emotion in and been so heavily invested into a character. This is the best game I've played so many details and extra features I definetely recommend.
  43. EasyGamerBoi
    Jun 10, 2021
    9
    One of the most gorgeous games I ever played. Story gripped me from start to finish. The amount of work that goes into these kinds of games & their branching storylines blows my mind. I can replay it the same way & still see new things occur. Fantastic
  44. QuiteQuixotic
    May 16, 2022
    4
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I’m very late to playing this game. I’ve only heard good things about it so I gave in and decided to give it a try and I was genuinely impressed with it! The story was interesting, the choices fun, and the acting great. Then suddenly that just changes. The story becomes immensely generic, the choices make no sense to what you chose, and the characters become... well... androids. They have no emotion and you don’t care about any of them. One mission on particular is incredibly embarrassing and hard to play. That is the broadcast mission where out “hero’s” get to go be generic spy’s to get into a broadcast station to state why they should be free. Except the mission makes no sense. Why was there an Android outfit in the bathroom? Who stashed it there? How come nobody saw two androids against the windows of the building full of people? How did they get up the work elevator? How did they get all this spy crap when they have nothing at Jericho? So many things make zero sense and none of your choices matter. There’s also very little direction so you’ll spend most the mission ignoring the controls to figure out where to go. I literally let Simon die because I figured it would let me get out of the mission faster. And because I didn’t even know his name and had zero attachment to him. This mission just to lazy for me. They went for something generic and “cool” and pulled it off so embarrassingly bad. And that’s how the whole end of the game feels. I couldn’t recommend this game to anyone. It just ends up heartless and lazy after the first few hours.… Expand
  45. alchemist_man
    Jun 22, 2022
    10
    OH MY GOD ... i just finished the game .... not best ending :( but damn ... i felt pain , love . regrets . happiness ... i cried ... i smiled .. you know why ... because i was living this game .... my choice made the story and i never felt like this in games except witcher 3 ... omg .. thank you for this amazing masterpiece ...
  46. Honestx
    Feb 22, 2022
    6
    enjoyable enough experience :( quite short and decent story. Graphics were pretty good for its time I guess.
  47. WokeMetaCritic
    Apr 21, 2022
    1
    another typical Social Justice Game with Critical Race Theory, Training and Manipulating the youth to be apart of Social Justice Activism, Giving The Players, The choice to protest peacefully and be a Peaceful Social Justice Activist or fully blown Anarchist Social Justice Activist, Disguising Critical RaceTheory with an Android/Critical Race Theory Sentiance you clever, clever liberal,another typical Social Justice Game with Critical Race Theory, Training and Manipulating the youth to be apart of Social Justice Activism, Giving The Players, The choice to protest peacefully and be a Peaceful Social Justice Activist or fully blown Anarchist Social Justice Activist, Disguising Critical RaceTheory with an Android/Critical Race Theory Sentiance you clever, clever liberal, sons of **** may I, Remind You, Using Android Si-Fi to make the game more appealing and interesting to the Youth/Adult Gamers, hmm whichever whom may The Player Choose, Choose to become an Anarchist Social Justice Activist or Peaceful Social Justice. Activist.

    A dash of Communism Propaganda and A dash ACAB.    … Expand
  48. Codyking123
    May 18, 2023
    10
    Wonderful game especially the graphics which at the time were the best but also for the story itself together with the characters everything is fantastic I hope one day there will be a continuation
  49. Platpple12
    May 29, 2023
    10
    The graphics in this game are some of the best I've ever seen, and the story is truly phenomenal and the best story I've ever had the joy to play through, truly on of the best ps4 exclusives out there
  50. 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
  51. aditya1101
    Jun 23, 2018
    6
    I really want to like this game. There are so many positive aspects about it - the visuals are amazing, and clearly show not just a high level of skill, but also a lot of care and attention to detail. The acting is quite good - certainly better than any of Quantic Dream's previous works. And overall it just seems like a lot of the non-core parts of the game had a lot of effort put intoI really want to like this game. There are so many positive aspects about it - the visuals are amazing, and clearly show not just a high level of skill, but also a lot of care and attention to detail. The acting is quite good - certainly better than any of Quantic Dream's previous works. And overall it just seems like a lot of the non-core parts of the game had a lot of effort put into them. That's why it's so tragic that at it's core, Detroit: Become Human is just another **** David Cage game. This game shows that once again, Cage has failed to learn from his mistakes and has merely gotten better at hiding his flaws. I can talk about a number of them (the lack of any real consequences for many decisions because Cage doesn't believe in game overs, the abrasively obvious moralistic overtones, the terrible cliches - like the son of the painter - who continue to show that Cage cares less about showcasing the human condition and more about pushing one particular narrative), but I'll focus on one in particular that really annoyed me. There are boatloads of menial tasks and fetch quests that have to be completed by the player to progress the story while not providing any real engagement or meaning. If anything, despite the obvious attempt to increase immersion, these tasks make me feel much less immersed because of how menial they are. David Cage needs to realize that escapism is a big part of why most of us play video games. Sure, there are many other reasons as well, but I never pick up a video game just so that I can feel like I'm doing the same chores that I'm avoiding by playing the video game in the first place. Immersion is certainly an important part of video games, and realism can be a key component of immersion. However, David Cage always takes it too far. Video games are special because they can transport us beyond the mundane lives that we lead. There are many great games that allow you to go through "real world" scenarios, but most of these games use surrealism to keep the player immersed - that is to say, there are many realistic situations and choices that the player has to make, but it's always buoyed by the fact that there is something special about the situation. This could involve fantasy or just a situation that's more extraordinary than our daily lives. Either way, we feel like we're able to vicariously experience things that we couldn't otherwise. Detroit: Become Human absolutely has the raw material necessary to pull something like this off. The world in the game is very interesting, and offers many opportunities to use this "surrealist" approach when assigning the player tasks. However, Cage somehow manages to turn this dynamic landscape into a boring, drab fetch quest simulator far too often. It's incredible frustrating to play through once this becomes apparent.

    I honestly want to give this game a 4, but because of how many other aspects of the game were done well, I'm upgrading it to a 6. I'm definitely biased against this game because I really disliked pretty much all of his previous games, and I'm frustrated that he's getting away with it this time because the elements that he likely didn't contribute to were so good.    … Expand
  52. Kanazawa
    Jul 2, 2018
    7
    Great game with a moving story. The game itself was seriously hindered by poor movement mechanics and the inability to skip dialogue when repeating scenes is pretty unacceptable. You can't possibly expect us to do different routes in the flowchart if we have to watch the same scenes over again. Virtue's last reward executed this system perfectly many years ago. It's a shame such a simpleGreat game with a moving story. The game itself was seriously hindered by poor movement mechanics and the inability to skip dialogue when repeating scenes is pretty unacceptable. You can't possibly expect us to do different routes in the flowchart if we have to watch the same scenes over again. Virtue's last reward executed this system perfectly many years ago. It's a shame such a simple mechanic was overlooked.… Expand
  53. 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.
  54. chuchu1chuuu
    Jan 6, 2019
    9
    What a game!
    The intriguing story line, the 99 endings that let us practically to an infinite game play , one of the most epics musics( like the first one when the game starts) and great graphics make this game AWESOME in my opinion. Even all, the game have some problems with bugs that didn't let me review it with 10 stars.
  55. MaxPayneIsGod
    Nov 28, 2019
    5
    I play video games to be entertained, not to marvel at technology or praise the quality of graphics.
    Detroit kept me hooked for a few hours but then it just started to drag due to onerous conversations, slow character movement and QTEs
    There are a lot of good ideas here, however I think its time to stop marketing these games as games, instead firmly put them in a sub-genre of    I play video games to be entertained, not to marvel at technology or praise the quality of graphics.
    Detroit kept me hooked for a few hours but then it just started to drag due to onerous conversations, slow character movement and QTEs
    There are a lot of good ideas here, however I think its time to stop marketing these games as games, instead firmly put them in a sub-genre of Interactive-Movies, because, lets be honest, that is what this is.
    I didn't finish it, although the branching story lines added some curiosity, however being let down by these types of games all ending up with pretty similar endings regardless of which path you chose i.e. its always the same killer . . . I don't have the inclination to reinstall, despite it being a free-bee    … Expand
  56. Dark_Huntress
    Jul 2, 2018
    10
    Users score is higher than the critic's, you don't see that everyday. Negatives reviews are probably from people who doesn't enjoy the genre and need to say it out loud. Games like this never caught my attention but I gave a chance to Detroit: Become Human and it was one of the best decisions I've made as a gamer.

    This game is awesome, the number of decisions and outcomes you can get is    Users score is higher than the critic's, you don't see that everyday. Negatives reviews are probably from people who doesn't enjoy the genre and need to say it out loud. Games like this never caught my attention but I gave a chance to Detroit: Become Human and it was one of the best decisions I've made as a gamer.

    This game is awesome, the number of decisions and outcomes you can get is insane. I don't know why people say the replay value is zero, I finished the game four times and in all of them I got different endings. It's nothing like reaching the endgame and having to choose between two options while all the other decisions you made through the game affect little to nothing on the ending (like MANY games of this genre do). Every decision on D:BH counts, even the little ones can greatly change you story. Replaying the game to take different paths is something you should totally do.

    Easily one of the best games of 2018. Well done, Quantic Dream!    … Expand
  57. 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
  58. PeterAlexander
    Aug 14, 2018
    10
    Detroit: Become Human tells an incredibly powerful story and combines it with immersive gameplay and stunning graphics. This is truly Quantic Dream at its very best. An absolute masterpiece.
  59. WWEJoker2013
    Sep 19, 2018
    9
    One of the biggest surprises of the year for me. I have never been a fan of "David Cages" games, I hated Heavy Rain when I played it and Beyond Two souls was mediocre. However this game was amazing. I really good story, with great characters, a lot of thought provoking moments and tuns of decisions witch will affect the outcome of the game. However I must say that this is not game forOne of the biggest surprises of the year for me. I have never been a fan of "David Cages" games, I hated Heavy Rain when I played it and Beyond Two souls was mediocre. However this game was amazing. I really good story, with great characters, a lot of thought provoking moments and tuns of decisions witch will affect the outcome of the game. However I must say that this is not game for everyone.
    I give this game a 8.5/10.    … Expand
  60. sergjoni
    Jan 14, 2019
    10
    Oh God, actually I am native Russian speaker, and to write this comment I push myself to learn English. Guys, its amazing game and it’s highly weird that no awards were given to such masterpiece. My opinion that part of game budget just was not shared with critics giving the game an average score.
    In a nutshell, just buy it, play it, enjoy it! Hope that I will ever play in such a great    Oh God, actually I am native Russian speaker, and to write this comment I push myself to learn English. Guys, its amazing game and it’s highly weird that no awards were given to such masterpiece. My opinion that part of game budget just was not shared with critics giving the game an average score.
    In a nutshell, just buy it, play it, enjoy it! Hope that I will ever play in such a great game again.    … Expand
  61. DrummBumm
    Jul 18, 2018
    10
    Wow this game was incredible. I'm a big fan of Heavy Rain and this one blew it out of the water completely (especially in the voice acting part of it). Detroit also has the best graphics you've ever seen. There were absolutely no frame rate issues. The gameplay and action events were perfect, not too easy but also busy enough to keep you on your toes. The story was very compelling and IWow this game was incredible. I'm a big fan of Heavy Rain and this one blew it out of the water completely (especially in the voice acting part of it). Detroit also has the best graphics you've ever seen. There were absolutely no frame rate issues. The gameplay and action events were perfect, not too easy but also busy enough to keep you on your toes. The story was very compelling and I felt a true connection with the characters that made me become a self loathing human. It's scary to think that this may indeed be the consequence of technology becoming more and more intelligent as each year goes on. It is a short game, but there are tons of different choices you make when you start again, resulting in multiple different stories and endings. A very rare game, Detroit: Become Human ranks as an all timer!… Expand
  62. IASAR
    Jun 4, 2018
    10
    This is honestly one of the best games I have ever played. I enjoyed it from beginning to end and have already replayed it twice. Choices really impact the story. The acting is incredible and I loved all three characters (although Kara was my favorite). I could not recommend this game more.
  63. TimNguyen95
    Jun 18, 2018
    10
    Incredible stories and work of art!! I played if 10 hours straight. Very creative and moving
  64. TeMkA169
    Jul 22, 2018
    9
    Лучшая игра в жанре интерактивного кино! Графика, актерская игра, тысячи вариантов разветвлений - все на высшем уровне, за исключением сюжета. Он здесь немножко провисает к концу, но, в любом случае, это не делает игру хуже.

    9/10    Лучшая игра в жанре интерактивного кино! Графика, актерская игра, тысячи вариантов разветвлений - все на высшем уровне, за исключением сюжета. Он здесь немножко провисает к концу, но, в любом случае, это не делает игру хуже.

    9/10
  65. JaydenPickens
    May 22, 2019
    8
    Loved the story and the choices... really this was a great experience. There wasn't that much of a gameplay here, but that's just Cage and his games. Pickens approves!
  66. ntropy
    Apr 27, 2019
    10
    The best possible kind of interactive storytelling. One of the best sci-fi video games around. A must buy for any PS4!
  67. Volsyden
    Apr 29, 2019
    10
    This game was FANTASTIC. i wont give spoilers but it was a movie in a game. with real actors and the graphics were amazing. i got really involved with the characters and i was sad to get to the end as i couldn't get enough. Thank you once again Sony for bringing us excellent games like these. was even an added bonus when you get the full game and not a chopped one with DLC andThis game was FANTASTIC. i wont give spoilers but it was a movie in a game. with real actors and the graphics were amazing. i got really involved with the characters and i was sad to get to the end as i couldn't get enough. Thank you once again Sony for bringing us excellent games like these. was even an added bonus when you get the full game and not a chopped one with DLC and micro-transactions. games like these should pave the way.… Expand
  68. nahkmiyan
    May 1, 2019
    10
    fantastic. watched gameplay of it and bought it right away. completely changes how i view games now as the story is incredibly different to anything I've ever played. we needed a game like this.
  69. GRIBOLSHEV
    May 31, 2018
    9
    Really nice story mode and game play, the thing that I dislike about this game is that the game in some moments becomes a bit boring by showing us almost the same thing all over.A nice 9/10
  70. Kennyamr
    May 29, 2018
    10
    I just finished the "Detroit: Become Human" for PS4.

    I was going to give it a 9, but then I got to the last part of the game and... well, I won't spoil anything but MAN, WHAT A GAME. Story is perfect. Character development is amazing. Everything is just really good. This is a 10/10 for me, no question. I was choking up way too many times back there. Personally, one of the best    I just finished the "Detroit: Become Human" for PS4.

    I was going to give it a 9, but then I got to the last part of the game and... well, I won't spoil anything but MAN, WHAT A GAME.

    Story is perfect. Character development is amazing. Everything is just really good.

    This is a 10/10 for me, no question.
    I was choking up way too many times back there.
    Personally, one of the best games of the year.    … Expand
  71. victhom
    May 27, 2018
    9
    This isn't a game for everyone but if you enjoy the choose your own story type of game this will most likely be up your alley. Having done my first play through I can mention the following:

    PROS: - Visually, it's one of the best looking games I've seen on the PS4. Animations, lighting and the detail are just top notch and you will want to just take in how beautiful some of the    This isn't a game for everyone but if you enjoy the choose your own story type of game this will most likely be up your alley. Having done my first play through I can mention the following:

    PROS:
    - Visually, it's one of the best looking games I've seen on the PS4. Animations, lighting and the detail are just top notch and you will want to just take in how beautiful some of the environments look.
    -All three characters are interesting and I felt compelled to keep them alive and see how their story ends.
    -The options given to you do have an impact on the story as you progress and it does feel like the outcome weights on your shoulders.
    -Quick time events in the game, while I'm not a huge fan of QTE overall, are manageable in the game especially compared to Beyond Two Souls
    -Soundtrack is good and matches the story and tone
    -The main menu of the game is pretty cool as it is an android interacting with you

    CONS
    -Some chapters don't have much in terms of branching out and are simply chapters to get from A to B.
    -While this isn't an open world game, there are times you can't cross the street without going across a crossing path which means there are invisible barriers blocking you from roaming freely
    -The game can be completed in roughly ten to 11 hours so it's relatively short. However if you want to unlock all endings and paths, game play time will increase

    Overall, this is a game that has an interesting story and makes you wonder about the possibilities technology has to offer going forward. Could we really go to far to the point that technology overtakes us and machines develop consciousness?    … Expand
  72. Merithyn
    May 30, 2018
    10
    Overall, the game is an amazing experience.

    The soundtrack is perfect (they used three composers for each character), the graphics are detailed and beautiful and the most amazing thing is the sheer number of choices and interactions.

    And not to forget the game main menu assistant which is an excellent additional feature that gives extra life to the game.
  73. Davi007
    May 30, 2018
    10
    Este jogo é realmente maravilhoso como uma história incrível e com várias consequências dependendo de suas escolhas,a todos que tem o PS4 é um jogo OBRIGATÓRIO.
  74. 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
  75. norse
    Jul 2, 2018
    10
    This game is groundbreaking. Unbelievably great graphics, a really beautiful and varied soundtrack and top notch acting set it apart from most titles. It is set in a genre different from other role playing or adventure games, thoroughly avoids cliche and has the richest and most varied story trees and writing I have yet seen, comparable with the older lovingly crafted text-centricThis game is groundbreaking. Unbelievably great graphics, a really beautiful and varied soundtrack and top notch acting set it apart from most titles. It is set in a genre different from other role playing or adventure games, thoroughly avoids cliche and has the richest and most varied story trees and writing I have yet seen, comparable with the older lovingly crafted text-centric adventure games.

    I find it astounding that a game such as this was actually made - concepts go as far back as 2013, meaning that some middle managers fought hard to get this game made, remade, polished and finally released.

    The writing is worthy of a favorite TV series or book - kudos to all involved. I really have no time to play games right now, but I stole every moment I could to further progress. Note that the game has a great narrative structure enabling short sprints of engagement, so it gets my new parent recommendation with a vengeance.    … 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. JoeGerman
    Dec 16, 2018
    10
    Love this game. The narrative was great. The way the stories weaved together was exciting. The action scenes were intense and gripping. The kind of game you want to play a gain to see other ways in which the story could unfold.
  78. kreegan64
    Jul 6, 2018
    9
    The game is one of the best games this year, and is the best game from Quantic Dreams so far. The Characters, the music, the graphics, everything is done so well.

    The Story is the reason why you'll be playing. You can tell that this concept has been tackled dozens of times before from previous works like I robot or Metropolis, but this game executes it in a way that's much more    The game is one of the best games this year, and is the best game from Quantic Dreams so far. The Characters, the music, the graphics, everything is done so well.

    The Story is the reason why you'll be playing. You can tell that this concept has been tackled dozens of times before from previous works like I robot or Metropolis, but this game executes it in a way that's much more refreshing and interesting. Usually when a game claims to have the ability to let you choose your own story and make how you want it based on your actions it tends to basically be more of an illusion of choice where they tell the story they want to tell with your actions having minor affect (looking at you, Telltale games) but this game actually has several well fleshed out paths that change the story DRASTICALLY. Your characters can die (both playable and secondary) leaving you with dire situations actually feeling DIRE (movies can't build up this much tension because of the fact that you can actually loose the characters you love) And seeing how your actions affect the characters and story is just a treat each time you play. There are three main characters of whom you control, each leading their own different but connected stories. Just saying it now, Markus is the most bland of the bunch, but that just means that you don't have enough reason to like him because the other characters are just so fleshed out.

    The graphics are amazing, as is each game that QuanticDreams comes out with. The faces and expressions are amazingly photorealistic most of the time (there are time when their mouths could definitely be done better, but these are done better than most other games) I only wish the body movements were on par with the faces. They aren't BAD per se, but they aren't to the same degree as the faces, which can be noticeable at times, so by comparison they just look a bit lax.

    The gameplay is geared towards maximum story telling, so don't expect anything like the newest God of War or anything. It's made for the purpose of the story leading the game, but the gameplay still stands out as pretty darn impressive regardless, playing as a detective robot and finding all the little secret nooks and crannies that are available is just downright fun. The controls, although generally tight enough to for the game's purposes, can sometimes be a little fidgety, causing your character to sometimes do things that aren't at all what you were telling them to do, which can lead to frustration as they especially love going wonky in high stress situations in the story where accuracy and speed are key. Other than that, the gameplay is tight and great. It's nowhere near as bad as Beyond Two Souls.

    The music is like that of a blockbuster hit; it's just amazing, and keeps the situation tense when it is supposed to be tense, and emotional when it's supposed to be emotional, and the like.

    The only reason you shouldn't play this game is if you don't like great stories and character development, in which case I'm sure there's a mindless shooter like Fortnite or something for you around somewhere.    … Expand
  79. FreedomFighters
    Jul 23, 2018
    9
    You know, I've unfortunately had to train myself to not get extremely excited for Quantic Dream's games these days. Sure, "Heavy Rain" is still a game I absolutely adored, flaws and all, and I still call it a "flawed masterpiece," one of the few games where I can look past the problems and still absolutely love it, but unfortunately, Quantic Dream followed up their "flawed masterpiece"You know, I've unfortunately had to train myself to not get extremely excited for Quantic Dream's games these days. Sure, "Heavy Rain" is still a game I absolutely adored, flaws and all, and I still call it a "flawed masterpiece," one of the few games where I can look past the problems and still absolutely love it, but unfortunately, Quantic Dream followed up their "flawed masterpiece" with "Beyond: Two Souls," a game that was no masterpiece, but it was certainly flawed. And I had my skepticisms going into "Detroit: Become Human." Sure, the story looked more focused, but the gameplay looked very similar to the company's previous titles, so this game's success rested solely with the story. Would "Detroit" be able to win me over in a way that "Beyond" was unable to? Well, fortunately, yes!
    "Detroit: Become Human," as it should be obvious, looks visually brilliant. Quantic Dream's first PS4 adventure is gorgeously designed, and it's a game that actually makes uncanny valley look good. The gameplay, while similar in ways to their previous titles, is more streamlined and easy-to-follow, and I'd even argue that the game sets a new gold standard for choice-based gameplay. This is shown in the flowchart, which shows you exactly how many options there are in the game, and while some have said it ruins the pace for them, I didn't mind it, and I found that, with it showing you how many paths you can take, the game beg for replays. On top of that, I find the narrative in this game to be the best of any of the Quantic Dream games. Maybe it's because I'm judging on my first play, but I feel like there weren't as many gapingly obvious plot holes here, and luckily the story says focused on one unified idea: androids in Detroit, all hoping for survival in a world where they are constantly discriminated against. And while some have criticized the somewhat heavy-handed approach it takes to historical themes, I personally found a lot of the subtle social commentary and allegories to be quite fascinating. Beyond that, the characters are compelling and unforgettable, and they're led by incredible performances, with standouts being the trio of Jesse Williams, Valorie Curry, and Bryan Dechart.
    There are a few minor flaws that do stop the game from being a 10 out of 10 from me. For one, the controls can be a bit difficult at times. The Quick-Time Events are fine, but sometimes movement can be a bit awkward, and it can be nerve-wracking when movement is integral to a character's survival. On top of that, as I said earlier, the game does follow a style of gameplay very similar to "Heavy Rain" and "Beyond: Two Souls" (with the addition of some neat scanning and analyzation aspects here and there). Now, while I personally don't mind that, I do know that their style of gameplay (the "interactive drama," if you will) is VERY polarizing, so I do feel like, if you haven't been into their style of gameplay before, this may not change your mind (unless, of course, the story fascinates you).
    Even so, flaws aside, "Detroit: Become Human" is an excellent title that fully re-establishes Quantic Dream as a company to watch for. It's nice to see them deliver a really great game on the PlayStation 4, and even if the wait for the game was long (QD first announced they were making a PS4 game back in 2013), the wait was worth it. It's bound to be polarizing, much like everything else the company makes, but I think it's a wonderful game that's definitely well-worth trying for yourself.
    Final rating: 9 out of 10 "Awesome"    … Expand
  80. colinsmall34
    Oct 9, 2018
    9
    Excellent game. Amazing graphics, great storyline, and entertaining gameplay. The game also has a pretty decent amount of action in it too. Highly enjoyable. If you like these types of interactive movie/build your own story games, then you'll love it. I'd say it's much better than the best of Telltale (which is quite good). I'm not sure who is giving it '0' scores, but giving this gameExcellent game. Amazing graphics, great storyline, and entertaining gameplay. The game also has a pretty decent amount of action in it too. Highly enjoyable. If you like these types of interactive movie/build your own story games, then you'll love it. I'd say it's much better than the best of Telltale (which is quite good). I'm not sure who is giving it '0' scores, but giving this game anything less than an 8 seems crazy to me.… Expand
  81. JOGS
    Jan 11, 2019
    10
    - I don't really like easy / brainless point and click videogames
    - I don't like rating 10s on games.

    I rate a 10, do you follow?

    What a game!
  82. holland23
    Jan 4, 2019
    10
    I'm usually pretty critical of video games but this one blew me away. It was definitely very apparent just how much work went into producing this. Story and acting take the centerpiece here, so the fact that the game is not all that challenging is okay with me. In a world where open-world seems to win out, having a more linear game is appealing to me but of course it still provides anI'm usually pretty critical of video games but this one blew me away. It was definitely very apparent just how much work went into producing this. Story and acting take the centerpiece here, so the fact that the game is not all that challenging is okay with me. In a world where open-world seems to win out, having a more linear game is appealing to me but of course it still provides an incredible amount of depth, decision making, and multiple playstyle options. By the end of the game, I was certainly emotionally attached to the players - which is a big rarity for me.

    An absolute must-play, if just for the social commentary alone.    … Expand
  83. Aeromusic
    Jan 13, 2019
    10
    One of the best interactive movie i've ever seen. Beautiful graphics, sound, music and character animation. Nice sci-fi story like Blade Runner with many endings. Enjoy one of the best PS4 exclusives!
  84. BANANowy
    Jul 19, 2018
    10
    When I saw the first trailer of Detroit back in 2015 I realised that this game will be the most important reason for me to buy a PS4. Was it a good choice? Definitely. I only wish I could wipe every memory of this game from my brain and experience it again. After playing previous games from Quantic Dream I can fairly say that this game is much superior compared to their previous titles - aWhen I saw the first trailer of Detroit back in 2015 I realised that this game will be the most important reason for me to buy a PS4. Was it a good choice? Definitely. I only wish I could wipe every memory of this game from my brain and experience it again. After playing previous games from Quantic Dream I can fairly say that this game is much superior compared to their previous titles - a real milestone. Both Heavy Rain and Beyond had some problems with plot holes or other minor issues. In case of this game everything feels very polished and decent. Graphics and motion capture are state-of-the-art. I am not able to count how many times this game made my heart beat so fast. Not to mention producing a lot of emotions during gameplay. Music, acting and plot are also a great delight to eyes and ears. The only one tiny thing I'm missing is more philosophical questions about being alive, but except of this Detroit is my personal favourite. 10/10. Thank you Quantic Dream. Please make more great experiences such as this one and push boundaries even further.… Expand
  85. 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
  86. gsoh
    Apr 18, 2020
    10
    A true masterpiece. All time favorite. I signed up Metacritic just to rate this game.
  87. IngrownMink4
    Nov 2, 2018
    10
    This game is amazing! The graphics are absolutely insane and the narrative is a improvement over other games of Quantic Dream. Congratulations!
  88. Reed618
    Sep 7, 2018
    9
    This is easily a 9 or 9.5 for me. It's the first game i've ever played that made me feel like a mother... which is weird because i'm a guy.
    The story was excellent and the level of player choice was really very impressive. Decisions from early parts of the game continually impacted my choices and really made it feel like my choices mattered. I was also really impressed by how many    This is easily a 9 or 9.5 for me. It's the first game i've ever played that made me feel like a mother... which is weird because i'm a guy.
    The story was excellent and the level of player choice was really very impressive. Decisions from early parts of the game continually impacted my choices and really made it feel like my choices mattered. I was also really impressed by how many scenarios had multiple possible endings so you rarely feel like you're being funnelled towards a certain objective.
    This is a huge step up from beyond two souls in terms of narrative and gameplay wise it greatly improves on heavy rain in terms of its smooth controls. You have to expect though that this game is primarily story driven. So don't buy it expecting lots of shooting or car chases.
    My biggest complaint is probably the box art.... like why david cage? why make such a great game and then choose one of the ugliest box art designs i've ever seen?
    This is one of the best games i've played so far this year and highly recommend it.    … Expand
  89. Clarkr13
    Jul 17, 2018
    10
    "OMG this game suks. I cant run or shoot things. This isnt even a game.... blah blah blah"

    SILENCE INFIDELS. Detroit is very much a video game and while no it is not the type of game you see every day that does not make it bad just... different. Detroit is a game created by the aggressively French David Cage and like all his other games if you are expecting fast paced action or a    "OMG this game suks. I cant run or shoot things. This isnt even a game.... blah blah blah"

    SILENCE INFIDELS.
    Detroit is very much a video game and while no it is not the type of game you see every day that does not make it bad just... different. Detroit is a game created by the aggressively French David Cage and like all his other games if you are expecting fast paced action or a 40-hour story then you done F-ed up. Cage's games are made so that the player immerses themselves in the world and tries not to break immersion even for mundane task. His previous works include Heavy Rain (Great game with issues) and Beyond Two Souls (terrible game with issues). Detroit is his latest work and is the most technically improved game yet.

    1. Graphics - Starting with the games biggest strong point is its graphics. Everything is stunning from the facial animations to the cityscapes to the thread count on the characters jackets. Things look as close to photo realistic in this game as they could be. My wife not knowing I was playing a game walked by during a cutscene and thought i was watching an episode of greys anatomy cause of Jesse Williams. Visuals cant be beat.

    2. Story. The story is good but not great. This is a good setting and premise but there are alot a political boxes checked off that break immersion because you are slapped in the face by slavery allegories or "hands up dont shoot" references. This game was definitely written for the USA political climate of 2018. I dont know if it will age well but I can say as i was playing the game I enjoyed it. If you try to think to hard about all the real world politics involved THAT is what will make you enjoy the game less. If you sit down and enjoy the story for what it is with all the chases, heist, investigations, and daring escapes then you will have a good time. Remember its a game; have fun.

    Main characters are the games strong suits. I loved Kara and her maternal instincts, Marcus was alittle stiff but I attribute that more to Jesse Williams than to the writing (Sorry Jesse). My favorite character was Brian Decharts Connor. He and Clancy Brown made an awesome duo.

    3. Mechanics. The mechanics were not that of an average video game. This is not an action game so I wish people would stop criticizing it for not being. What it is and an amalgam for and old point and click adventure and quick time events mixed with story driven choose your own adventure dialogue. In other words its very David Cage. The mechanics were alot smoother than in his previous games and while I do wish the characters could sprint sometimes when going from point A to B i am not complaining because the whole game has been carefully crafted for presentation.

    Conclusion: 10/10 when I appreciate it for what it is. Must Buy

    PS: After every chapter log out to the main menu to interact with Chloe. It is a big part of the experience that you can miss if you are not careful.    … Expand
  90. 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
  91. oknsnl
    Jan 29, 2019
    9
    Gameplay : 8 (Good for its genre but I am not fan of this genres' gameplay :))
    Story : 10 (Very touching story and good empathizable characters)
    Choice Tree : 8 ( Simple and elegant )
  92. urachka
    Jul 19, 2018
    10
    I really love this characters and plot, i replayed it for 3 times, thank you
  93. balding
    Jul 26, 2018
    10
    An emotional roller-coaster where you feel unprecedented attachment to the characters through the weight of your choices. Asking many questions about human condition and society. Quantic Dream’s best and a new benchmark in the genre. An experience that I’ll never forget.

    Thanks Quantic Dream
  94. BlitZeR_95
    Oct 12, 2018
    10
    This game was absolutely mind-blowing! I came into it with not really high expectations because in my opinion, Beyond: Two Souls was not that great. The story is a perfect 10/10 for me. Everything is so well put together. There are so many outcomes in this game that it can flip the story completely. This game takes 'choices affect ending' to a whole new level! I loved every singleThis game was absolutely mind-blowing! I came into it with not really high expectations because in my opinion, Beyond: Two Souls was not that great. The story is a perfect 10/10 for me. Everything is so well put together. There are so many outcomes in this game that it can flip the story completely. This game takes 'choices affect ending' to a whole new level! I loved every single character in this game and could even relate to some (even though they're androids)
    This game has raised the bar! In my opinion this is a lot better than Heavy Rain, Beyond: Two Souls, Until Dawn and most of Telltale's games!    … Expand
  95. LeanneB
    Jun 2, 2018
    10
    Such an amazing game. I've played through the game twice now and even though i have so many games to play and beat, i find myself time and time again wanting nothing else than to jump back into the wonderful world of Detroit BH. Well done, Quantum Dreams, I can't believe this title won my heart over God of War as my choice for Game of 2018
  96. agave
    Jun 4, 2018
    10
    There is no dramatic battle.
    But stories, background music, character settings, acting, directing, and World outlook are perfect.
    This is the most impressive game I've ever played.
  97. 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!
  98. 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.
  99. 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
  100. 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
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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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