Dishonored: Definitive Edition

 PlayStation 4
Metascore
80

Generally favorable reviews - based on 32 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 26 out of 32
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 32
  3. Negative: 0 out of 32
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  1. CD-Action
    Nov 14, 2015
    70
    I regret not having played Dishonored when it originally came out, because the Definitive Edition looks like time has been standing still for the last three years, at least when the PS4 version (which does not offer 60 fps, by the way) is concerned. [11/2015, p.52]
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  2. Push Square
    Sep 9, 2015
    70
    Despite everything that Dishonored still does right, the Definitive Edition is a lacklustre port.
  3. ZTGD
    Sep 3, 2015
    70
    Those who really liked Dishonored and want to try it again on the new systems can have a decent time with the Definitive Edition. People who missed out get a complete package, but need to keep in mind that this game is not easy, and manually saving after each section will become a priority while playing.
  5. VideoGamer
    Sep 1, 2015
    70
    Dishonored is a great game that doesn't quite achieve excellence, and this collection is the best way to experience it all on consoles, but the port simply offers a crisper image and more defined textures. There's very little reason to buy this if you've already played it, but newcomers will still find a very entertaining title if they embrace the stealth mechanics.
  6. IGN Spain
    Aug 31, 2015
    70
    There is no reason to buy this Definitive Edition... unless you did not play an essential title in its day and don't have old-gen console or gaming PC.
  7. Merlin'in Kazanı (Turkey)
    Sep 14, 2015
    63
    I liked the original Dishonored version and I'm very exiting for the new title: Dishonored 2. But Dishonored: Definitive Edition is a complete disaster with low frame-rates and bad graphics. You may skip this one.

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8.3

Generally favorable reviews- based on 502 Ratings

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  1. Quotidian
    Aug 25, 2015
    3
    There really are no excuses for this 30FPS port.

    Presented as the 'Definitive Edition' of the game, the only thing 'Definitive' is the fact    There really are no excuses for this 30FPS port.

    Presented as the 'Definitive Edition' of the game, the only thing 'Definitive' is the fact it includes all of the DLC. Note, this review reflects this version of the game.

    It barely runs better than the last generation versions on the Xbox 360 and Playstation 3, and doesn't even match the original version on PC at max settings. As well as not looking as good as it should, it runs at 30fps and drops below that at times. There are audio issues prevalent when viewing cut-scenes and other minor technical issues.

    With this in mind, my PC that would be good in 2010 (but below average by today's standards) can run this game at maxed settings at 1080p and 60fps. (GPU: Nvidia GeForce GTX 260 CPU: Intel Core 2 Quad Q9550 2.83GHz.) This hardware is much weaker than the PS4's hardware - so why does it succeed where the PS4 doesn't? It is simply because of a lazy port, there is no other reason. Do not support this new trend of remastering last generation games that don't run as well as they should.

    The game itself is great. Get it on PC because your PC could probably run it better than your PS4.    … Full Review »
  2. bveracka
    Aug 25, 2015
    8
    Dishonored is one of the greatest games from "last generation", and my favorite so this review is a little biased. I was excited to buy it andDishonored is one of the greatest games from "last generation", and my favorite so this review is a little biased. I was excited to buy it and see what improvements or changes (if any) that Dutch developers at Arkane Studios made.
    First of all, there is no new content or any changes made to the game, other than a layer of polish, which is very noticeable when you run the PS3 version side by side with this new version. Also, I was very happy to see once you wake up from the Outsider's dream, all of the cool loot and runes which were DLC add-on's are waiting right there for you; giving you extra in-game money to spend early on and a bunch of useful runes, as well as the ability to use more than just 3 runes (you get five now to start) at a time to begin.
    The DLC add-on levels, "The Dunwall City Trials", and the missions where you get to play the assassin Daud, in "The Knife of Dunwall" & "The Brigmore Witches" are really nice, but the only incentive to re-play is the high level of polish.
    Unless you're a die-hard Dishonored fan and if you've already played through the game before, you might not be excited enough to go back into Corvo's world, but should you choose to, you'll be treated to the ultimate Dishonored experience. All the rough edges and nasty textures have been retouched, and the frame rate is buttery smooth. Dishonored is an amazing game, and although the remaster isn't anything new, it's definitely a good remaster; especially at $40, it's an incredible bargain of an adventure at that price. I'd recommend it to ANYone who loves stealth-based single-player games; an excellent game!    … Full Review »
  3. Bashfulfruit
    Sep 1, 2015
    10
    The best gameplay in its kind. It is fantastic that you can deal with any situation in the game as you want. If you suck in any stealthThe best gameplay in its kind. It is fantastic that you can deal with any situation in the game as you want. If you suck in any stealth moment, and for example get noticed by someone, you can always fix it and get a good action moment instead of loading last save. Or even forget about any stealth and complete the game as a good action.

    Not so big leap in graphics from the original. But the game looks very good in 1080p and smooth.    … Full Review »
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