Digimon Story Cyber Sleuth

 PlayStation 4
Metascore
75

Generally favorable reviews - based on 45 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 27 out of 45
  2. Mixed: 18 out of 45
  3. Negative: 0 out of 45
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  1. Gamers' Temple
    Jun 11, 2016
    92
    Digimon Story: Cyber Sleuth took me by surprise the same way the Digimon TV show did a little while back. The evolution/de-evolution mechanic, the Japanese voice track and the surprisingly mature and deep storyline were my favorite aspects, but the game really has almost no weakness or faults.
  2. RPG Fan
    Mar 8, 2016
    90
    Cyber Sleuth is a great game, and one I heartily recommend.
  3. Hobby Consolas
    Feb 11, 2016
    82
    After the Japanese release, Digimon Story: Cyber Sleuth comes to the occidental market for PS4 and PSVita. There are not many new features but the game is still solid, with a lot of creatures and huge narrative. It's a great JRPG with all the classic Digimon spirit.
  5. Meristation
    Feb 11, 2016
    82
    Cyber Sleuth is the best Digimon game in years, and most importantly: is not just for the fans of the franchise. If you are a JRPG enthusiast and need something to play until the release of Persona 5, or you just want something similar to the Pokémon series on a Sony system, this is a game that you have to get.
  6. Gamer.nl
    Aug 9, 2016
    80
    Though Cyber Sleuth can get a bit grindy, the systems and the story that come with it are fascinating enough to keep you occupied for hours. This is the perfect grindgame for those long summer nights.
  7. Gaming Nexus
    Mar 24, 2016
    80
    Digimon Story: Cyber Sleuth is enjoyable both on the go or on your console, either way you're going to be transported back to a time where you had shouting matches over which Digimon could beat which Pokemon. The story and gameplay are a bit same-y to other properties out there, but its easy to look past considering how much fun it is.
  8. GameOver.gr
    Mar 1, 2016
    80
    Digimon Story: Cyber Sleuth is a great JRPG with a nice plot, an enjoyable, old school turn-based battle system, beautiful art direction and a design that grants you the opportunity to catch many Digimons.
  9. Impulsegamer
    Feb 19, 2016
    80
    Addictive monster-raising mechanics, fun turn-based combat and an intriguing take on cybercrime and hacking makes Digimon: Cyber Sleuth a stellar JRPG.
  10. Vandal
    Feb 18, 2016
    80
    Cyber Sleuth is a great RPG, no matter if you like Digimon or not. It has some really interesting features, and if you ever liked the franchise, you'll be surprise at how well it holds up.
  11. Brash Games
    Feb 16, 2016
    80
    The overall aesthetic of the game is very impressive, and the Digimon look as amazing as ever.
  12. Push Square
    Feb 13, 2016
    80
    Easily one of the most addictive RPGs on the PS4, Digimon Story: Cyber Sleuth features an enjoyable story and a great setting for a fantastic monster raising system.
  13. Game Revolution
    Feb 13, 2016
    80
    Digimon Story: Cyber Sleuth is the shot that Digimon video games have long deserved.
  14. Attack of the Fanboy
    Feb 13, 2016
    80
    While the West may have been skipped over for much of the last decade with Digimon games, fans can rejoice over Bandai Namco's choice to localize Digimon Story: Cyber Sleuth, as they will find plenty of reasons to love this game with its nearly 250 different Digimon available.
  15. LaPS4
    Feb 11, 2016
    80
    Cyber Sleuth is the ultimate Digimon game. If you're looking for a team formed by a certain creature, you're most likely going to have it at your disposal. Turn-based combat, a great recreation of the original monsters... certainly, a great game to have on your shelf.
  16. GamingTrend
    Feb 8, 2016
    80
    Cyber Sleuth evokes nostalgia while also pivoting in tone and setting for fans who have grown older. The disorienting lack of story direction in the first half is made up for when its mysteries finally come to light, and it makes Cyber Sleuth’s world a great one to spend hours training Digimon in.
  17. LevelUp
    Feb 17, 2016
    79
    Digimon Story Cyber Sleuth celebrates the 15th anniversary of the beloved anime franchise in a big way. Most fans will enjoy the character and environment design that sometimes will take you to a Tokyo District and sometimes to a very deep digital world that must be rescued.
  18. Digital Chumps
    Feb 10, 2016
    78
    Overall, Digimon Story: Cyber Sleuth is a great turn-based RPG.
  19. IGN Spain
    Feb 16, 2016
    77
    After a bad season of adaptations into the world of video games, finally Bandai Namco and Media Vision have returned Akiyoshi Hongo's franchise to its rightful place in this industry.
  20. Games Master UK
    Apr 25, 2016
    76
    Despite its flaws still inspires smiles of equal parts disbelief and joy. [Apr 2016, p.81]
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  21. PSX Extreme
    Mar 6, 2016
    76
    Digimon Story: Cyber Sleuth is an enjoyable and intricate role-playing experience that might entice both anime and traditional RPG lovers alike.
  22. Gaming Age
    Mar 7, 2016
    75
    There’s a really solid RPG under the monster collecting shell, and plenty to keep you occupied across dozens of hours.
  23. Polygon
    Mar 4, 2016
    75
    Cyber Sleuth varies wildly from dreadful stopgap fetch quests to mesmerizing bosses and character developments, but its heart remains constant.
  24. God is a Geek
    Feb 29, 2016
    75
    Digimon Story Cyber Sleuth is a great turn based RPG that successfully borrows from the best in the genre to deliver one of the best old school RPGs I’ve played in recent times.
  25. PlaySense
    Feb 24, 2016
    75
    We could've done without the repetitive sidequests and annoying backtracking, but Digimon Story: Cyber Sleuth is still a decent, if somewhat unimaginative experience.
  26. NZGamer
    Feb 23, 2016
    75
    A fun, mature entry in the Digimon series, let down by the verbose story and lack of challenge.
  27. 3DJuegos
    Feb 11, 2016
    75
    A new entry for Digimon fans with lots of stuff to collect, battles to take care of and backgrounds to explore.
  28. Destructoid
    Feb 10, 2016
    75
    Digimon Story: Cyber Sleuth plays it safe in a lot of ways, but for many of you out there, that's going to be perfectly fine. Just don't expect it to convert you if you're sworn off the formula.

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8.1

Generally favorable reviews- based on 439 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 342 out of 439
  2. Mixed: 47 out of 439
  3. Negative: 50 out of 439
  1. Sc1ss0rman
    Feb 2, 2016
    10
    Everything snyone could as for from a Digimon game and a JRPG in general. Under the eye candy of the game's flashy attack animations there isEverything snyone could as for from a Digimon game and a JRPG in general. Under the eye candy of the game's flashy attack animations there is a deep and yet easy to grasp battle system that can be likened to the Shin Megami Tensei: Persona series. If you love digimon or are even just ab RPG fab, Cyber Sleuth is a MUST HAVE.… Full Review »
  2. Heroic_Stigma
    Feb 2, 2016
    9
    Just Initial impressions so far about ~7 hours in from an early Gamestop employee buddy, but it's shaping up to be quite the solid RPG forJust Initial impressions so far about ~7 hours in from an early Gamestop employee buddy, but it's shaping up to be quite the solid RPG for those who've been craving one recently with deep turn based combat.

    Speaking of the combat...If you've played the Shin Megami Tensei series (such as Nocturne PS2 or SMT:IV 3DS), then hopefully you will enjoy the combat in this game because it is similar, but unique enough because it's Digimon of course. The exploitation of weaknesses, creature fusion, hidden effect moves and special attacks are all here from the SMT series.

    There's a hub world, and the graphics are fine but my main gripe is that the difference between this and the Vita version is roughly only ~1.1 GB, so honestly how much improvement could there be? Oh well, at least we get to play on the big screen. The traveling areas are nice looking but nothing like a big budget game like Bloodborne or GTA V.

    This is my first review for Metacritic, mostly because I've been lazy to create an account but so many great RPGs for the PS4 are coming soon, so why not give some input! Will edit back this review later if possible for more useful info.    … Full Review »
  3. ChieFofWaR117
    Feb 2, 2016
    10
    I'll try to keep this short and sweet. Digimon Story: Cyber Sleuth is a must buy for anyone interested in playing through an engaging storyI'll try to keep this short and sweet. Digimon Story: Cyber Sleuth is a must buy for anyone interested in playing through an engaging story while creating their own unique team of powerful monsters. You don't have to know about Digimon in order to understand or enjoy this game. With that being said, fans of the Digimon series just might die and go to Heaven while playing this game because the developers have done the Digimon series such justice I can't even describe it in words.

    It is so refreshing to see a Digimon game on a next gen console, and the fact that it is REALLY good makes the long wait even more worth it. I highly recommend this game to anyone looking for a fun JRPG. The game takes around 70 hours to beat, has hard difficulty settings, new game +, tons of Digimon to train and create a team with, and even online battles to see who has the best combination and strategy. I hope this game gets the publicity and praise it deserves!    … Full Review »
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