Deus Ex: Mankind Divided

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  1. ppsim
    Nov 7, 2017
    10
    Excellent experience !! It surprised me a lot in my experience on PS4. Superb atmosphere! Very very very engaging and striking! It's not perfect but it's unique!
  2. MarsCorialanus
    Oct 18, 2017
    9
    If you liked Human Revolution, than you will like this one as well. The tone of the game is great, the combat, stealth, and RPG elements are superb. Prague is a beauty to explore, and there are always different and new side quests that I'm still finding on my third play-through. The story was compelling, although a bit short. I've heard Square has Eidos working on something totally newIf you liked Human Revolution, than you will like this one as well. The tone of the game is great, the combat, stealth, and RPG elements are superb. Prague is a beauty to explore, and there are always different and new side quests that I'm still finding on my third play-through. The story was compelling, although a bit short. I've heard Square has Eidos working on something totally new though, so if you were looking for closure in the story, you won't find it here. Otherwise a great game.… Expand
  3. drlowdon
    Aug 21, 2017
    8
    Set two years after the “aug incident” of the previous game, Human Revolution, Mankind Divided’s plot is largely the same nonsensical gibberish found in most games and I pretty quickly felt the urge to skip the dull cut-scenes.

    Fortunately the gameplay itself, while not exactly much of a departure from any of its predecessors, is much better. As has always been the case with the series    Set two years after the “aug incident” of the previous game, Human Revolution, Mankind Divided’s plot is largely the same nonsensical gibberish found in most games and I pretty quickly felt the urge to skip the dull cut-scenes.

    Fortunately the gameplay itself, while not exactly much of a departure from any of its predecessors, is much better. As has always been the case with the series players can pretty much play the game any way they want depending on how they choose to augment (upgrade) their character. Should you want to play it as an out and out FPS for example you can focus on increasing your maximum health and resistance to damage or you can instead improve your hacking skills allowing you to find a way through enemy’s security systems or even turn their own turrets and robots against them. Importantly however, whichever way you choose to play, you always have plenty of options and how best to complete your objective and you’re in for 8-10 hours of entertainment.    … Expand
  4. Heisenberg93
    Jul 15, 2017
    8
    Deus Ex: Mankind Divided is a complicated thing, but not the only one in the games industry. So much potential, so many problems, many questions and few certainties. Of course those certainties, are great and solid, but they can not be considered omitting big, big problems that this game has.

    Plot is an essential component in Deus Ex. Human Revolution's story was great, intricate and    Deus Ex: Mankind Divided is a complicated thing, but not the only one in the games industry. So much potential, so many problems, many questions and few certainties. Of course those certainties, are great and solid, but they can not be considered omitting big, big problems that this game has.

    Plot is an essential component in Deus Ex. Human Revolution's story was great, intricate and complex, and especially meaningful. Mankind Divided makes no exception, but it revolves on larger argument. Setting in Europe is very, very well done and nice. Story puts particular attention to thematics not so far away from our future, where in 2029 all people with augmented physical systems are put in lagers. Plot is brave because reflects, with different elements but the same ethics and discussions, about what means hate, fear and security in an age where these words have deep resonance. Our age where any excuse is good to take a large group of individuals and marginalize them due to cultural, physical or more differences. We know what terrorism is. We know it well, and often it blinds our judgment, buckling to innocent people, or entire peoples, the actions of a small group of individuals seeking to achieve an aim with use of violence. Sons of violence that are violent, because hatred does nothing but generate hatred, and often the perpetrators are themselves victims. It's not about justifying, but understanding. Understanding that we are all humans. We move into this distorted, piloted and sick reality. We are Adam Jensen, and he is each of us, in search of truth or hope. You know what the augmented terrorists match in the today's reality, right? Well, so no need to specify it. But these individuals are exploited and manipulated (leveling their hate) by corporations, governments and entities of questionable ethics, controlling informations. A great man once said: "the age of deterrence has become the age of control". Transhumanism, augmentation implants, loss of control, terrorism and social segregation. Unfortunately Mankind Divided's ends just at the climax, and in the end gave me the bad impression of being in front of an episodic game. A good plot twist during credits happens, I have to admit.

    Gameplay is real Mankind Divided's strength. The game takes what was good in Human Revolution and tends to amplify it. The more action-tendency, however, doesn't disturb the stealth component, which remains solid. Of course, stealth approach remains the true meaning to complete the game. Generally all abilities in the game are useful, even if not all of them are required to get a good play. There's choice, and this is good, cause it amplifies re-playability. The methods to accomplish a mission are many, and variable, can be used main access routes, or even secondary and hidden access; much more ways to get the objective than in Human Revolution. Game can be finished without killing anyone, even bosses. AI works, but it could have been made a lot better. Game is full of nice and fun sidequests; one I remember and really liked is "The Harvester-Last Harvest", to find a killer that terrorizes Prague – I was a step forward this mission, suspecting and understanding the truth time ahead. Indeed, it was fun.

    Graphically the game is great, Dawn Engine is a good leap forward compared to Human Revolution's engine, but bugs are not lacking. In artistic level design can be perceived a gap compared to the previous chapter. A more obscured and decadent design. It reflects cyberpunk's mood where Deus Ex probably excels unrivaled. The soundtrack is also great, and just like the art design, it fix well the feelings and the setting in the game's soul.

    Now putting aside for a moment the question of the unnecessary power-packs to pay for the single player (which I consider the lesser evil), what I'd like to reflect is the status in which this game was published. And I'm not talking about the console version, which generally has only few problems, but about the PC version: discriminated, poor optimized and left behind. I was born as a PC gamer and still I am, despite having the game on PS4, and for me to see a historical and rich series as Deus Ex, originally born and glorified in the PC world, reduced to this poorly optimized computer version, it horrifies me. You all, PC gamers: you're right. You're right to be angry, because of how you've been treated. The way they treated us. Unfortunately with this game, things went the way they did, it's bad but today great publishers care more to put first marketing and advertising before product's quality. And think that they declared to take six more months for further development and optimization. Ridiculous. They simply lied.

    Mankind Divided has a lot of good things, and it could have been even better, it could have been a masterpiece as Human Revolution. But with all its clear problems, this Deus Ex chapter is an another sad story in today's dark and almost hopeless videogames world.    … Expand
  5. Ecresis
    Jun 29, 2017
    5
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. If you played Human Revolution, you will probably be disappointed by this new story.

    Game is incredibly easy (you can basically sprint between each section to reach chekcpoints, and beat the final boss in less than 20 secondes using 2 buttons.

    The story is not interesting at all. Blah blah terrorists, blah blah meybe it's them, or them, oh s... it's the big ugly fat guy looking like a final boss, what a surprise !

    I couldn't care less about side quests after a while, you save people who end up dying or worse, and the map is small, it rains all the time, it's dark.

    Most of the gadgets are useless, I activated some that I never had to use, since you can stealth your way and press R3 to win the whole game.

    Music is bad, french voice acting is awful

    I still finished it though, some good stuff here and there, so if you're a huge deus ex fan I guess you'll go through and still enjoy it a bit.    … Expand
  6. badgerryan19
    Jun 19, 2017
    7
    I really liked the previous Deus Ex game so I was excited to see where they were going to go. With improved gameplay and graphics and just the city in general I was impressed. But the story unfortunately takes the back seat in this one which is a shame cause that's what everyone likes about Deus Ex the most.
  7. sylvanguria
    May 15, 2017
    8
    Same good as legendary Human Revolution. FPS + RPG? What's can be better? Favorite gamestyle. Of course, gameplay is awesome + serious thriller based on cyberpunk theme. I strongly recommend it.
  8. Kamikazeshocki
    May 14, 2017
    9
    I personally would have given it an 8.8 but here it has my "9".
    Though the story in a whole doesn't offer a big plot with conspiracy, etc. One could say the story is just a slice of life of Adam Jensen vs the system. BUT what is offered is so damn atmospheric, accompanied with a beatiful ambient ost and very good level and gameplay design. I could not put this game down until i finished    I personally would have given it an 8.8 but here it has my "9".
    Though the story in a whole doesn't offer a big plot with conspiracy, etc. One could say the story is just a slice of life of Adam Jensen vs the system. BUT what is offered is so damn atmospheric, accompanied with a beatiful ambient ost and very good level and gameplay design. I could not put this game down until i finished it and was a little sad that there was not more.
    I think square enix did a really good job here and it does not deserve hate. I just hope in future titles there is a bigger, lage scale plot progress with some real endings.
    If you liked Deus Ex Human Revolution you will like this.    … Expand
  9. TheeBoscoBeast
    May 8, 2017
    0
    It's a pile of dung. I had buyers remorse 3 hrs into it. Story dumb .... controls and upgrades way more complicated then they need to be. Not a fan. This is coming from an rpg junkie. I paid 60$ for the download and forced myself to finish the game. The further i progressed hoped for it to become enjoyable but nah it just became more and more annoying . Not for me I guess.
  10. shepard75
    Apr 22, 2017
    8
    The Game has the same great mechanics like the previous one (Human Revolution). But sadly it has also the same out-of-date faces and face-animations and surely you shouldn't expect graphics like "Witcher 3" or "Horizon: Zero Dawn". But this is critics at high level. The Soundtrack, Story, Thrill and Atmosphere are really cool. It's comparable with a really good book, where the coverThe Game has the same great mechanics like the previous one (Human Revolution). But sadly it has also the same out-of-date faces and face-animations and surely you shouldn't expect graphics like "Witcher 3" or "Horizon: Zero Dawn". But this is critics at high level. The Soundtrack, Story, Thrill and Atmosphere are really cool. It's comparable with a really good book, where the cover doesn't look as good as others. Worth playing it!… Expand
  11. Nel
    Apr 17, 2017
    6
    I was really excited to play this, but I didn't find as enjoyable as their previous games.. Still way too much focus on organizing your inventory than doing anything else, and the story is lackluster to say the least. It had potential, but sadly didn't come through.
  12. AdamJensen-Aug
    Mar 26, 2017
    0
    В общем мое мнение о ДЭ, я поклонник предыдущих частей, чего стоит Deus ex: Human revolution, и могу сказать одно моих впячатленний эта игра не оправдала, она слишком мала, ооооооооооОоочень плохо оптимизированна, просто прям ПЗДЦ, плоха механика стрельбы , нет вы серьёзно. Стоит сказать что сюжет хорош, но тут же всплывает и следующий минус игры, эта непонятная мимика персонажей, а еще еёВ общем мое мнение о ДЭ, я поклонник предыдущих частей, чего стоит Deus ex: Human revolution, и могу сказать одно моих впячатленний эта игра не оправдала, она слишком мала, ооооооооооОоочень плохо оптимизированна, просто прям ПЗДЦ, плоха механика стрельбы , нет вы серьёзно. Стоит сказать что сюжет хорош, но тут же всплывает и следующий минус игры, эта непонятная мимика персонажей, а еще её плохо перевели, половина фраз на польском, все длинные слова сокращены (Аугментированные-ауги) причем всегда, субтитров нет. Но все таки продолжу сюжет игры неплохой, как я говрил раннее , миллион решений прохождений миссий, можно по стелсу, можно и через вентиляцию, мозг работает на все 150%. Кстати ПК версия оочень даже не плоха, мне очень понравилось, там стольких минусов нет, видно что разработчики больше думают о ПК игроках и это немного огорчает:(… Expand
  13. Darth_Kane
    Feb 26, 2017
    9
    Great gameplay and an awesome location, as someone from Eastern Europe, modern Prague really amazed me, just like City 17 did a long-long time ago. Unfortunately, the story is just meh. The ending is rushed and feels unsatisfactory. The AI and other bugs are also a little disturbing, they should have released a more polished game.
  14. sandkiller
    Feb 23, 2017
    8
    Overall, i felt this wasn't as good as Human Revolution, with the 3rd act being quite short. Overall, it didn't have the same impact as the previous entry. However, I would still recommend it for anyone who has enjoyed the first game. I'm looking forward to the next chapter in this universe :)
  15. dannygards
    Feb 21, 2017
    4
    What a shame - It seemed like Deus Ex was back on track with Human Revolution and then they give us this. The red flags were there in development but I choose to ignore them and give this a chance. Was it terrible, no. Did I feel disappointed, empty and somewhat cheated, absolutely. The game is dumbed down beyond recognition much like another former PC classic Hitman. The illusion ofWhat a shame - It seemed like Deus Ex was back on track with Human Revolution and then they give us this. The red flags were there in development but I choose to ignore them and give this a chance. Was it terrible, no. Did I feel disappointed, empty and somewhat cheated, absolutely. The game is dumbed down beyond recognition much like another former PC classic Hitman. The illusion of choice amounts to the same options every single time - sneak through an air vent, acquire the key card or all out assault. It's as linear as any game I've played. I have no problem with linear - I love TLOU for example, but even that feels like it has more options. And then the final straw, it's essentially half a game allowing Square Enix to make up time and give us a sequel in 2018. Good bye Deus Ex, I'll spend my money on games that deserve it in future.… Expand
  16. PsychoShane123
    Feb 15, 2017
    4
    A disappointment. Never capitalizes on the ideas and themes of the first game while also offering some predicable game-play that's far too easy. A disappointment.
  17. Aridos
    Feb 4, 2017
    5
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Remember how this game was suppose to be the epic continuation to the ending debacle of the first game, that was otherwise an awesome Action-RPG?

    Yeah, it isn't.

    The game lacks serious length, and while it tries to make up with it by using depth, I don't remember the feeling in it that the first game gave me- of being sunk deep into the world and feeling like my actions are Jansons'.
    Yes, the graphics are crispier, and the choices and story is much, much clearer, but it feels like its been cut in a lot of ways that could've been expanded.
    Why is there only one boss fight? Huh? What? WHY?
    Later when I found out you can literaly kill him with a button press, and that there's a 'Bad' and 'Good' ending to the game, I was frustrated immensely.
    Why do the developers think there should be a good ending to this game? This is Deux Ex, this is the game where no matter what you choose, somethingis bound to go bad eventually. Not to speak of the fact that it makes those who have no idea where they went wrong feel like **** after.
    "Oh, I didn't find that hard to track item and used it in a specific way in a specific time?" or something, I didn't even check. Neither did I feel like the side-missions enhanced the story, like they would sometimes in the first game. They were something that tried to make Prague feel more expansive, and it ended up feeling tired and buggy. When a mission tried to be smart, it was vague.

    I'm heavily disappointed in this game, but it's still a decent game to play if you have to check out the sequel. So there.    … Expand
  18. Beavis_2014
    Jan 2, 2017
    10
    Juego increible, historia formidable que te engancha desde el primer minuto, personajes emblematicos, te mete de lleno en su universo. Tecnicamente una delicia, muy buenos graficos, buena ambientacion, duracion mas que correcta, 30 horas jugadas a la historia principal, sin contar el modo breach. Si te gusta la accion, el sigilo, la estrategia, no lo dudes mankind dead te va a encantar. UnJuego increible, historia formidable que te engancha desde el primer minuto, personajes emblematicos, te mete de lleno en su universo. Tecnicamente una delicia, muy buenos graficos, buena ambientacion, duracion mas que correcta, 30 horas jugadas a la historia principal, sin contar el modo breach. Si te gusta la accion, el sigilo, la estrategia, no lo dudes mankind dead te va a encantar. Un juego de 10.… Expand
  19. rodericrinehart
    Jan 1, 2017
    10
    I'm giving this a 10 because it is an incredible game with great replayability, superb graphics, and a good story. It isn't perfect, but it definitely is between a 9 and a 10. Improves in every way on Human Revolution, which I also loved. SO MANY WAYS TO SOLVE EACH PUZZLE. And this time, you truly can do a nonlethal and stealth playthrough. It was so satisfying and the game really stickI'm giving this a 10 because it is an incredible game with great replayability, superb graphics, and a good story. It isn't perfect, but it definitely is between a 9 and a 10. Improves in every way on Human Revolution, which I also loved. SO MANY WAYS TO SOLVE EACH PUZZLE. And this time, you truly can do a nonlethal and stealth playthrough. It was so satisfying and the game really stick with me. It has better controls and graphics than Dishonored 2, but not quite as good of world-building.… Expand
  20. DeusExsux
    Dec 19, 2016
    0
    Why does this game have so many positive reviews?! This is the worst game iv played all year, its TOO SHORT!!! If you don't do any of the side quests you can literally complete the game in under 2 hours. There is ONE city that you can completely explore in 5 minutes, the story is weak and confusing, having played the previous installment i was still a bit lost. There is ONE boss fight inWhy does this game have so many positive reviews?! This is the worst game iv played all year, its TOO SHORT!!! If you don't do any of the side quests you can literally complete the game in under 2 hours. There is ONE city that you can completely explore in 5 minutes, the story is weak and confusing, having played the previous installment i was still a bit lost. There is ONE boss fight in the whole game. The guns are stupid, you get like 12 to choose from but only wind up using 1 or 2 simply because you have no reason to use the revolver or sniper rifle because THERE ARE NEVER ANY SNIPING OPPORTUNITIES!!! The ONE thing this game did right was stealth, in fact that about the only thing this game has going for it, you can find about 15 different ways to do the mission in stealth, theirs not even 15 missions in the stupid game. This game is NOT worth $60 i wouldn't even buy it for $10 if you feel like wasting your money on it be my guest, just don't settle down and get comfy while you play, you will beat this garbage before you need a poddy break.… Expand
  21. ourtimehascome
    Dec 18, 2016
    7
    Deus Ex: Mankind Divided suffers from a short story. The game's hub world in Prague is visited more than once, and each time the player will notice how devoid of ideas the game actually has. When the game works, it works very well. The stealth gameplay is spectacular, and the exploration is satisfying. But then the game ends before it even has time to begin. One boss fight and you're leftDeus Ex: Mankind Divided suffers from a short story. The game's hub world in Prague is visited more than once, and each time the player will notice how devoid of ideas the game actually has. When the game works, it works very well. The stealth gameplay is spectacular, and the exploration is satisfying. But then the game ends before it even has time to begin. One boss fight and you're left having to start over again. It's clear Mankind Divided was made to sell DLC. It's unfortunate considering how well received and innovative the previous game (Deus Ex: Human Revolution) was.… Expand
  22. mikcha91190
    Nov 28, 2016
    8
    хорошая игра, жаль что очень короткая и сюжет обрывается, но играть и исследовать Прагу приятно. Болванчики все еще туповатые, но стелс хороший все равно
  23. svedike92
    Nov 10, 2016
    9
    MD is Really an amazing game with good gameplay, story line, characters and atmosphere. I hope it will get a sequel in this console generation. God bless Edios Montreal!
  24. JorisK
    Nov 7, 2016
    6
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It was enjoyable, pro's:
    - I loved the atmosphere in the game, the natural people v.s. augs in a world where the augs get discriminated constantly.
    - Graphics where fine.

    Cons:
    - Story way too short. When i look back at Human Revolution, this story including all its side-missions is at max 20% of how big HR was.
    - It would have been nice to see some old key characters in the game, like Megan Reed, Pritchard, but none of that.
    - The playfield is way too small, especially compared to HR. There's a metro/subway system that you can use to roam through the city, but the city itself is so small that the metro/subway system is completely useless, you can walk from point A to point B within 10 seconds.
    - Apart from better graphics, no real innovations have been made compared to HR. Altough I had the ability to try the new 'experimental' augs, i never really bought them as Praxis are rare to find and i had the feeling they where quite useless.

    In general, my biggest disappointment is the story and with that, it's length.    … Expand
  25. dead_bread_ryan
    Nov 1, 2016
    8
    This game was absolutely awesome and fun! First of all, the story plot, the characters, the voice acting, the soundtrack, and the whole experience was amazing. But however that was cut short by the surprisingly easy and short but sweet campaign. It took me at least about 7 hours to complete the game (Side missions not included) but overall the game was good.
  26. Pho
    Oct 30, 2016
    6
    This game so short omg so dissapointed.
    Why even to make game whos playtime max 20h
    I think its time to leave Deus Ex in peace
    even game start almost same as Human revolution
  27. SonicClancy
    Oct 19, 2016
    8
    +Great for stealth
    +Amazing augmentations
    +Exploration is rewarding
    +CIty is well-realised and quite beautiful graphic

    -Just 'one' boss
    -Some mistake designs

    It's great RPG and sleath game, but it could have been better and longer than original.
  28. Objectiv3Review
    Oct 16, 2016
    0
    A terrible game, there seems to be no GEP gun. There is also a lack of J.C. Denton and his amazing voice acting that makes Adam Jensen pale in comparison.
  29. GamerJosh0137
    Oct 11, 2016
    6
    Deus Ex: Mankind Divided's trailers intrigued me in a way that made me overlook the fact that I never played a Deus Ex game. Not that I had any problems with Deus Ex, it just never seemed like a game I would have been into. As far as Mankind Divided I have more or less been convinced that this series just isn't for me, but I totally get why it has such a strong fan base. For me though,Deus Ex: Mankind Divided's trailers intrigued me in a way that made me overlook the fact that I never played a Deus Ex game. Not that I had any problems with Deus Ex, it just never seemed like a game I would have been into. As far as Mankind Divided I have more or less been convinced that this series just isn't for me, but I totally get why it has such a strong fan base. For me though, the draw of most open world games to me is exploration. Something I feel Mankind Divided did not have. Sure, you can go other places and walk around freely and it looks incredible! There just wasn't enough mystery or lore to keep me interested. I read hundreds of e-mails and texts but after a while it made me feel like I was at work so I got out of the habit of doing that. The game play has it's decent loop. Level up to add more enhancements, but after a while and finally getting the enhancements, it made things way to easy. To remedy this I would give myself guidelines to follow like: no guns, or nano blades etc. That made it a bit more interesting for me, but still not enough to keep me excited to come back. All in all I went through a little bit of buyers remorse, I probably should have waited to play this one.… Expand
  30. phillyjeff
    Oct 10, 2016
    8
    This game kept me entertained and that's all I really ask in any video game. I didn't use most of the augmentations; mainly stuck with the basic ones. I did encounter some frame slips; mostly in Prague though.
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 59 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 53 out of 59
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 59
  3. Negative: 0 out of 59
  1. Easy Allies
    Dec 1, 2016
    90
    Mankind Divided isn't quite the Deus Ex game of our dreams, but it's a strong step in that direction. There's a high emphasis on choice and experimentation, killer side quests, and dense, detailed levels that are a joy to explore. With momentum pushing towards the next chapter in the story, here's to hoping it won't be another five years before we see Adam Jensen again.
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  2. GameOver.gr
    Oct 21, 2016
    90
    Mankind Divided continues the legacy of its predecessors with a high quality experience on all fronts. It may have an underwhelming ending but nevertheless it provides engaging gameplay with either a stealthy or all-guns blazing approach, it provides a beautiful and detailed Prague and it manages to maturely project the prevalent racists issues of our society to its dystopian world.
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  3. Gamers' Temple
    Oct 12, 2016
    91
    Mankind Divided takes all the great ideas from Human Revolution and adds to them, making it just as good as the prior Deus Ex.
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