Dishonored: Definitive Edition

 PlayStation 4
User Score
8.3

Generally favorable reviews- based on 502 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 392 out of 502
  2. Mixed: 69 out of 502
  3. Negative: 41 out of 502
Buy Now
Buy on

Review this game

  1. Your Score
    0 out of 10
    Rate this:
    • 10
    • 9
    • 8
    • 7
    • 6
    • 5
    • 4
    • 3
    • 2
    • 1
    • 0
    • 0
  1. Submit
  2. Check Spelling
view
per page
  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 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    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.    … Expand
  2. GuyFromFinland
    Nov 17, 2015
    9
    I haven't played this game in PS3, so it was a good thing that this is also for PS4.
    (I don't own the old gen console anymore)
    This game is one of the best games I've played.
    I see that peoples give low score because this isn't 'Definitive', but I read the comments carefully
    and I think that this game is not as bad as the user reviews will tell.
  3. abel150
    Jan 29, 2016
    9
    This game has a great story, and is overall fun to play. I am going to replay it after I beat the DLCs. The biggest problem with this game is that the graphics aren't greatly improved, but they are better on the PS4. This isn't a big problem for me and I bought it on sale, so to get the amount of content for what I payed for was a great deal.
  4. thomaslee
    Nov 27, 2015
    8
    The game is stylish and fun, but the improvement is not quite noticeable. For those who haven't played Dishonored in ps3 or xbox 360, they should give it a try.
  5. jordancotton
    Mar 30, 2016
    8
    A very stylish and exciting game. I have gave this game a 8, although it would've got a 9 if they wasn't only mild improvements. It has a beautiful, colorful and pleasing world and a story that makes you want to be a part off it. However, i do not recommend getting this game if you previously owned it on the generation below, I do not think the improvements stand out enough for another buyA very stylish and exciting game. I have gave this game a 8, although it would've got a 9 if they wasn't only mild improvements. It has a beautiful, colorful and pleasing world and a story that makes you want to be a part off it. However, i do not recommend getting this game if you previously owned it on the generation below, I do not think the improvements stand out enough for another buy on a next gen console.

    Pros
    - beaut graphics
    - swift combat
    - engaging story
    - variety of fun abilities

    Cons
    - not much improved
    - not worth a second buy    … Expand
  6. drevil99
    Jun 6, 2016
    10
    Absolutely love this game. Very original gameplay, lets you tackle situations in a number of ways. The game also lets you know that if you want a better outcome, you should avoid killing to many people so your choices have consequences. This is where the real difficulty of the game lies, trying to find a non-bloody solution to all encounters. The special abilities are also crazy fun to useAbsolutely love this game. Very original gameplay, lets you tackle situations in a number of ways. The game also lets you know that if you want a better outcome, you should avoid killing to many people so your choices have consequences. This is where the real difficulty of the game lies, trying to find a non-bloody solution to all encounters. The special abilities are also crazy fun to use which include blinking (teleportation), possession and time stopping are some of the bigger abilities given. This game is not linear, as the zones are big and you're encouraged to explore. I do wish it would let you revisit certain areas after you completed a mission but this isn't a deal-breaker as it does make the game highly re-playable.

    Note that I only played the PS4 edition. Read some of the other reviews and I'm just surprised at the number of negative rants on this game. If the graphics aren't a big upgrade over the PC edition, then so what?! The game looks really good, it has a nicely rendered pre-industrial atmosphere circa 1890. Also so much life is given to all characters, including enemies, as you hear the conversations between thugs, soldiers etc. Reminds me a bit of Bioshock when playing the audio recordings. And to top it all, the story is really entertaining. In any case if you have never played the PS3 or PC edition, and like games like Thief and Bioshock, then give this one a try.    … Expand
  7. fusion_13
    Apr 21, 2016
    8
    I'm a little late to the party here for Dishonored but I'll quickly give my thoughts here.

    Good: Really fun and smooth combat, love how you can use to weapons at once. The powers are great and fun but you really don't need all of them to complete the game, they really could've done more things to make your powers feel useful. The story is fantastic, very interesting and makes you care    I'm a little late to the party here for Dishonored but I'll quickly give my thoughts here.

    Good: Really fun and smooth combat, love how you can use to weapons at once. The powers are great and fun but you really don't need all of them to complete the game, they really could've done more things to make your powers feel useful. The story is fantastic, very interesting and makes you care about the characters. The stealth aspect is also great but i have a complaint about that later. The game also does a great job of building its world with notes left around and various collectables for replayability.

    Bad: Ok so what i HATE about this games is that its very hard to not kill every single guard. For example, you alert one guard by himself, then he alerts every damn guard on the level you fight you, next thing you know its a blood bath with 10 dead soldiers on the ground. It makes it really hard to be stealthy, plus there have been times where i've been spotted and take damage around and through corners. Lastly the graphics are quite poor for this 'definitive edition' plus it feels like there is barely anything new.

    Overall the Good vastly outweighs the bad and it still makes for an fantastic game that is quite short and can be completed in no time.    … Expand
  8. J-pex
    Jan 14, 2016
    10
    Ok, people ranting about the 30fps 'wah wah not as immaculate as it was on my £3000 pc' need to shut up. If, like me you played your ps3/x box 360 until it literally set on fire then you WILL appreciate this...because you can play one of the best games ever made (about £8 on amazon last time I checked)

    I had it on ps3 with all DLC and without any doubt Dishonoured is one of the best    Ok, people ranting about the 30fps 'wah wah not as immaculate as it was on my £3000 pc' need to shut up. If, like me you played your ps3/x box 360 until it literally set on fire then you WILL appreciate this...because you can play one of the best games ever made (about £8 on amazon last time I checked)

    I had it on ps3 with all DLC and without any doubt Dishonoured is one of the best games I have ever played.

    Its an all round classic, great gameplay, great customisation, and a story that few games will beat, the imagination they pump into this will keep you hooked. And the best part is, whatever type of gamer you are, you will probably find tonnes of enjoyment:
    Do you like storming in chopping off arms, legs and heads while shooting guns and tossing bombs? you can! Do you like to spend 3 hours travelling 30 yards, knocking people out with a steam-punkesque crossbow and tranq darts with perfect stealth? you can!

    Seriously if you're in it for the enjoyment and not about dissecting every technical aspect of a game and don't have a prev gen console just buy it!, you'll get more than your money's worth and the DLC is just as awesome as the main game.

    DO NOT let these knit-picking reviews put you off. For me it's one of bethesda's best and most creative stories, with stunning settings (yes even on prev gen) and unparalleled creativity.

    10/10 - you will not regret buying it!    … Expand
  9. nascent
    Jan 22, 2016
    9
    This is really a fantastic game. Everything Thief (2014) should have been.

    The first time I tried to play Dishonored I thought I was meant to use all the guns, grenades and such and run into every enemy sword drawn. I absolutely hated it, a boring combat game. Then I read the reviews about why the game is so well liked, and they all said one or both of two things: Great stealth.    This is really a fantastic game. Everything Thief (2014) should have been.

    The first time I tried to play Dishonored I thought I was meant to use all the guns, grenades and such and run into every enemy sword drawn. I absolutely hated it, a boring combat game. Then I read the reviews about why the game is so well liked, and they all said one or both of two things: Great stealth. Thousands of ways to complete each level.

    This made me think, and I decided to go back to the game. I did my absolute best to avoid all use of weapons. Only to choke enemies from behind, rendering them unconscious but not dead, and to develop my possession ability, and my Dark Vision. Holy carp. It was a different game entirely!
    I began to sneak around so enemies wouldn't see me at all, thus improving my chances of never having to battle at all. I strategized about how to navigate maps and get into buildings without anyone seeing me, sometimes I used blink up through rooftops, sometimes I used possession to become a rat and sneak through vents and past peolle (avoiding them trying to stamp on me). Sometimes I use traqualiser darts or choke holds and carried away sleeping bodies before patrolling guards came back.

    I love this game!

    There's a great video showing 30 completely unique and cool ways of killing the last 'boss' on youtube that brilliantly details how diverse this game is and how many ways there are of doing things, but obviously I won't post it as it's sort of a spoiler. But bear in mind, there's tons to explore, hidden eastereggs and unique paths and a few side missions that many repeat players haven't even come across.    … Expand
  10. hoppynsc
    Oct 17, 2016
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Fun stealth/action game that makes great use of the game mechanics while building a interesting world & story around it. What's nice is that the game emphasizes stealth & non-lethal actions (the best ending comes when you kill as little as possible) while the abilities & magical effects (from teleportation to slowing time) add a nice dimension to the action. It can get a bit frustrating at times though that is somewhat remedied by being able to save whenever you can (the game itself does advise you to save often). Overall, a nice just of pace in FPS games.… Expand
  11. MaxPayneIsGod
    Jan 30, 2017
    10
    My third and fourth play-through of this amazing game. Simply one of the best, most consistently replayable single player campaigns you will ever come across.
    Dishonored is they best new IP of last gen. I got it bundled with my yet to play copy of Dishonored 2, back-to-back completed it for the platinum trophy. I love the art style, the characters, the plot, the sound, the level design is    My third and fourth play-through of this amazing game. Simply one of the best, most consistently replayable single player campaigns you will ever come across.
    Dishonored is they best new IP of last gen. I got it bundled with my yet to play copy of Dishonored 2, back-to-back completed it for the platinum trophy. I love the art style, the characters, the plot, the sound, the level design is second to none; I still found new places/routes on my forth play-through.
    The Definitive Edition isn't the biggest remaster overhaul you're going to find on the market either, but when the release is so full of A+ content it doesn't matter.
    My ONLY fault with this version of Dishonored, while a novel idea, the Heart whisper only plays through the controller speaker, so when you only play wearing a headset it negates the ability to hear the whispers.    … Expand
  12. MaximumD
    Jun 13, 2016
    9
    If you missed this back on the PS3, this is a great option for the PS4. Dishonored is probably one of the best games to come out in the last era of consoles and it has aged pretty well. You'll also get the DLC which adds some extra hours of gameplay, although it's more of the same yet fleshes out the story some more with a new character. It is linear in the sense that the game progressesIf you missed this back on the PS3, this is a great option for the PS4. Dishonored is probably one of the best games to come out in the last era of consoles and it has aged pretty well. You'll also get the DLC which adds some extra hours of gameplay, although it's more of the same yet fleshes out the story some more with a new character. It is linear in the sense that the game progresses through the story, but levels are wide open and have more than a few ways to complete them. Considering that this game used a slightly cartoony or caricature type style, the graphics hold up surprisingly well even after a few years. The gameplay is the same but still quite smooth and allows for stealth or action, whatever you prefer.

    I played this on the PS3 and yet still picked up this new edition on sale because this game is really that good. Gameplay, art style, and story all meshed into one cohesive hole. The world is very immersive in a steam punk/fantasy environment. It's awesome and will be considered as one of the greats like Half-life, Halo, and Doom are today. Pick it up and you won't be disappointed. If you played the hell out of this game on the PS3 though, it might not be worth a pick up as there is nothing new at all here. Despite that, I'm scoring the game itself here, and it holds up very well. It's better than a lot of the crap recently released actually.    … Expand
  13. GamerJosh0137
    Dec 19, 2016
    8
    Holy Crap! I can't believe I made it all the way through the ps3 era WITHOUT playing this game. When I first saw it at E3 years ago I thought "I can't stand stealth games. It is really hard to find a developer that does it right. By right I mean like Kojima". :-) Anyway Dishonored has definitely climbed its way to my top 20 if not top 10 favorite video games. I don't know maybe myHoly Crap! I can't believe I made it all the way through the ps3 era WITHOUT playing this game. When I first saw it at E3 years ago I thought "I can't stand stealth games. It is really hard to find a developer that does it right. By right I mean like Kojima". :-) Anyway Dishonored has definitely climbed its way to my top 20 if not top 10 favorite video games. I don't know maybe my taste in games have changed since then. I was kind of kicking myself because a friend of mine kept telling me I need to buy Dishonored 2 and I told him I never played the original so he says "it doesn't matter, you don't need to". Given my OCD this really bothered me but I went ahead and bought D2. I had no idea this was the case but a Dishonored Difinitive Edition psn code was inside Dishonored 2's case! I flipped out. I get to play them in order! Well I finally finished it and I gotta say the stealth in this game doesn't quite compete with the likes of Metal Gear or Syphon Filter, but for a FPS stealth game it is exceptional. Play as Corvo and uncover the conspiracy that has you framed for murdering an Empress. Do you wan't to leave a trail of blood or play as a merciful assassin? It is up to you, play as you please. Once you beat it try going back and doing the opposite. It feels like a whole new game. I know I am way late to the party on this one but if for some reason you are still on the fence try it out. It is definitely worth the $20.00 (I'm pretty sure it's that cheap now) it costs, and keep in mind if you buy Dishonored 2 (also a fantastic game) the first dishonored comes with it.… Expand
  14. rot11101
    Jun 17, 2016
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Dishonored is a GOD tier stealth game. This game has a powerful atmosphere. Set in a retro-tech, apocalyptic Victorian inspired world, you play as Corvo Attano. A man framed for the death of the empress and kidnapping of Emily, her daughter. He escapes prison and is granted supernatural powers by an ancient, powerful spirit.

    He embarks on a brutal quest for revenge. Armed with unfathomable power, he seeks vengeance towards those who ruined his life...

    The stealth element is the crowning glory of the game. You can scale buildings quickly and fluidly like a ninja, run across rooftops, walk on drain pipes, crawl though ventilation and the like. You can be one with the shadows. You can preform stealth kills and take down or engage in open combat, unleashing a whirlwind of arrows and blades.

    You have an arsenal of imaginative and ingenious tools at your disposal. How you use them is up to you and your ingenuity.

    This edition of Dishonored contains smoother graphics and all of the downloadable content readily available.

    Pros:
    Good combat
    Great stealth mechanic, feels very satisfying.
    Atmospheric setting, rich in lore.
    Dialog between characters is good and well executed.
    Interesting story with multiple endings
    Great replay value

    Cons:
    Character models could of been better
    Option of playing 3rd person would been cool
    Multiplayer would have been nice    … Expand
  15. El-Stresso
    Nov 5, 2016
    8
    It is still the Dishonored I remember, but the FOV is terrible and I don`t understand why there is a 30FPS lock. I still recommend Dishonored for everyone, because even if the FOV is terrible and the 30Fps lock is on it is still a great game. In Norway the game costs 400 kr which is 48$, and for me that is a great price for a game that also contains all of its Dlc`s.
  16. Alexander_Rose
    Aug 3, 2020
    10
    This game is AMAZING.When playing it for the first time,the story represents the state of Dunwall.The graphics still stand,thanks to them not being "realistic",but painted.Not only that,the engine that the game runs on can keep up with the player's shenanigans.It is as well made as DOOM's when it comes to possibilities.But the soundtrack touched me the most.Combined with the dystopianThis game is AMAZING.When playing it for the first time,the story represents the state of Dunwall.The graphics still stand,thanks to them not being "realistic",but painted.Not only that,the engine that the game runs on can keep up with the player's shenanigans.It is as well made as DOOM's when it comes to possibilities.But the soundtrack touched me the most.Combined with the dystopian landscape and the stealth mechanics,which are entirely optional,the world feels "lived",and makes you want to rewind time back,before you even pressed Start,and play it again.… Expand
  17. filip92
    Jul 11, 2022
    8
    Enjoyable game where you have total freedom to choose how you will finish the missions. Nice artstyle, and the levels looks very beautiful.
  18. Benedickt
    Nov 9, 2020
    10
    My favorite game is now on Playstation 4! Normal graphics, a good story and just divine gameplay, which has incredible variability, so also all the dlc! Unfortunately, compared to the previous generation of consoles, Dishonored looks so-so, but the visual style and gameplay make this game the best immersive sim.
  19. Stanley96
    Jun 28, 2021
    10
    Jogo perfeito, Dishonored é aquele jogo que você zera com equele gostinho de querer uma sequência do jogo, super recomendo.
  20. LukeReviews7
    Jun 22, 2016
    8
    Dishonoured itself is one of my favourite games ever made; the world, lore, level design and stealth or guns blazing gameplay really made it a fantastic and memorable experience. This game in my opinion remains outstanding, but nothing massive has changed from the main game last time round; I think its mostly graphical changes. The levels are big, fun sandboxes with some different 'sideDishonoured itself is one of my favourite games ever made; the world, lore, level design and stealth or guns blazing gameplay really made it a fantastic and memorable experience. This game in my opinion remains outstanding, but nothing massive has changed from the main game last time round; I think its mostly graphical changes. The levels are big, fun sandboxes with some different 'side missions' and ways to complete the levels themselves. The game defiantly warrants at least two playthroughs.

    If you've never played it before, then I absolutely recommend it 110%. I finished it twice on this edition as well as 2/3 DLCs and absolutely loved it, but as a remaster, they have not added any huge game-changing things to it. I would say this edition is personally for the ones who either missed out on the whole package or just all of the DLCs (like me), rather than those who still have access to the game and have played everything before (you'd pick this up for an absolute bargain now, a seriously amazing game with 2/3 fantastic DLCs - 'Trials of Dunwall' is nowhere near up to the standard of the rest of the package but that seems very insignificant when you're getting an amazing overall package).

    In my opinion the game has an:

    Absolutely Outstanding main game.
    2/3 Fantastic DLCs.
    Nothing much has been added in this definitive edition.    … Expand
  21. PlayAuto
    Oct 3, 2015
    10
    Dishonored is my favorite game and the grapichs isn't a large upgrade from the pc version
    but a large improvement from the console version and that they included DLC just make it better
  22. 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 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    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 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!    … Expand
  23. destinyfan1
    May 20, 2017
    8
    A right now very cheap and great game
    positive
    + great action is fun +good environment that never gets old + I am not a story person but this story was great to follow + overall great campaign negative - graphics are mediocre and 30fps - not the most perfect campaign conclusion: Dishonored : definitive edition is a great game but with mediocre graphics , if that isn't annoying    A right now very cheap and great game
    positive
    + great action is fun
    +good environment that never gets old
    + I am not a story person but this story was great to follow
    + overall great campaign
    negative
    - graphics are mediocre and 30fps
    - not the most perfect campaign
    conclusion:
    Dishonored : definitive edition is a great game but with mediocre graphics , if that isn't annoying for you then you should defintively buy this game
    -    … Expand
  24. 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 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 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.    … Expand
  25. Kaye99084
    Aug 31, 2015
    9
    While 30fps may be disappointing for some and should of been included, if your going to let that stop you from buying one of the best games of last gen and all its dlc for a great price your not a true gamer.
  26. armada91
    Aug 25, 2015
    7
    It's a port, not a remaster. While Dishonored still holds up as a fun, albeit pretty straight-forward stealth game, it seems almost identical to the PS3 version. The plus side was that, having downloaded Dishonored for free on my PS3 from PS+, I was able to get the digital game for $19.99. THAT is the best deal you can get. It does come with all of the DLC, which is a good touch for theIt's a port, not a remaster. While Dishonored still holds up as a fun, albeit pretty straight-forward stealth game, it seems almost identical to the PS3 version. The plus side was that, having downloaded Dishonored for free on my PS3 from PS+, I was able to get the digital game for $19.99. THAT is the best deal you can get. It does come with all of the DLC, which is a good touch for the price tag, especially considering how much else they didn't do with the game. If you never got a chance to play through Dishonored on your PS3 backlog, now is the time. Even though it's basically just a PS3 game, the DLC added and the gameplay itself is worth purchasing it if you never got around to finishing it before. Otherwise, save your money for the bigger titles this Fall.… Expand
  27. Nel
    Dec 10, 2016
    6
    Sure game was nicely done, story nothing spectacular, but t seems like the fps is lacking on ps4 at least for being such a old game and a definitive edition. The controls are fine, and it comes with the dlc.
  28. Lassoo
    Aug 28, 2015
    1
    I'm really not happy about this port, i had to stop playing after 10 minutes as it was making me dizzy.
    The flickering is really noticeable and just spoils the game, i am playing on ps4 btw.
    I really enjoyed the game on pc a few years back, the game itself on pc was excellent hence all the awards, but this ps4 experience is shameful, a flickering screen on this great bit of hardware is    I'm really not happy about this port, i had to stop playing after 10 minutes as it was making me dizzy.
    The flickering is really noticeable and just spoils the game, i am playing on ps4 btw.
    I really enjoyed the game on pc a few years back, the game itself on pc was excellent hence all the awards, but this ps4 experience is shameful, a flickering screen on this great bit of hardware is "not definitive" but downright lazy.
    I bought it from Game 4 hours ago, and will sell it back to them tomorrow, i feel as if i have been "had".    … Expand
  29. redpola
    Aug 28, 2015
    8
    This version of this game is getting a bashing for technical issues. This isn't really fair. 30fps versus 60fps really is not the deal breaker some people are making it out to be. To my eyes this game looks and plays as well as, if not better than, the PS3 version, and - it's a great game! If you're interested in fun and gameplay then I'd probably go by the PS3 review since the PS4 one isThis version of this game is getting a bashing for technical issues. This isn't really fair. 30fps versus 60fps really is not the deal breaker some people are making it out to be. To my eyes this game looks and plays as well as, if not better than, the PS3 version, and - it's a great game! If you're interested in fun and gameplay then I'd probably go by the PS3 review since the PS4 one is heavily biased by people unhappy that this isn't a rewrite from the ground up with new assets etc. The bottom line is this: it's a great, fun, game.… Expand
  30. youlouz
    Mar 23, 2016
    6
    Great game with many glitches and a boring story

    PROS
    -Great graphics
    -smooth transitions
    -Great gameplay

    CONS
    -Glitchy
    -Poor Story
    -Frustratingly hard at times
  31. fallouts
    Aug 31, 2015
    7
    Response to lelefoxx00:

    This version is NOT SUB-HD. Don't mislead people with false information. I thought the same thing when I played it on my 32 inch LCD TV, but the game looks much sharper and nicer (as with most PS4 games) on a native 1080p monitor. The textures are slightly touched up and you will tell a difference on a 1080p monitor. Also there are some effects added like    Response to lelefoxx00:

    This version is NOT SUB-HD. Don't mislead people with false information.

    I thought the same thing when I played it on my 32 inch LCD TV, but the game looks much sharper and nicer (as with most PS4 games) on a native 1080p monitor.

    The textures are slightly touched up and you will tell a difference on a 1080p monitor. Also there are some effects added like bump mapping to walls/ground tiles and real time reflection in the Lady Boyle's mansion's
    main floor.

    If you haven't played it and don't own a PC, definitely get this version as it's the best console version of the game.

    This port gets a 7/10.    … Expand
  32. lelefoxx00
    Aug 31, 2015
    1
    I do not support this lazy, greedy business practice. The purpose of a remaster is to give players a version that makes use of the better technology that's in the better system, NOT copy & paste what was already done, give it a misleading title, and slap it in stores. That's what I call a dishonor! It wouldn't be as bad if the title was something else not meaning superior, but it is. It'sI do not support this lazy, greedy business practice. The purpose of a remaster is to give players a version that makes use of the better technology that's in the better system, NOT copy & paste what was already done, give it a misleading title, and slap it in stores. That's what I call a dishonor! It wouldn't be as bad if the title was something else not meaning superior, but it is. It's pretty much the GOTY edition for current-gen systems with some better textures, that's all. Same sub-HD resolution and a capped 30 fps with frequent inconsistencies. Stay far away. Don't support this poor business practice. Get the PC version if you want the real definitive experience. The game itself is amazing despite the system it's played on. I was gonna rate it "0" but gave it "1" because at least non-last-gen or PC owners have an option to play Dishonored.… Expand
  33. DontBeNasty
    Oct 7, 2017
    0
    It just gets a 0. Why? Because its blatantly obvious. This is not a definitive edition. If a score is to be given for this its only for what it improves over the previous gen games, which is just a shoddy graphical improvement and actually worse performance. The original PC version is still ahead and it plays much better.
  34. JoshLuck1995
    Oct 3, 2015
    6
    Never played it on 360 but overall i felt quite let down, it was no where near as good as people made it out to be, a good game nonetheless but not magnificent and i was expecting a better effort with the graphics in comparison to last gen.
  35. Termin8ter
    Feb 29, 2016
    5
    While Dishonored is an excellent game, this Remaster is not a remaster, it's a port. The game is still locked at 30 FPS, the graphics are exactly the same, overall nothing has changed from the last gen version. It's good how Arkane bundled up all the DLC and gave it to us as part of the game. Only buy this Definitive Edition if you never played the original Dishonored. Otherwise, save yourWhile Dishonored is an excellent game, this Remaster is not a remaster, it's a port. The game is still locked at 30 FPS, the graphics are exactly the same, overall nothing has changed from the last gen version. It's good how Arkane bundled up all the DLC and gave it to us as part of the game. Only buy this Definitive Edition if you never played the original Dishonored. Otherwise, save your money and wait for Dishonored 2 and buy that.… Expand
  36. njja02
    May 15, 2018
    5
    Although there are great ideas present, such as the cool powers and world, it ends up falling short. The stealth was disappointing and the narrative fairly uninteresting. Just ends up being boring by the end.
  37. Chris-Krollz
    Jan 10, 2017
    5
    I've tried several hours to get into but I just couldn't ... Something felt wrong, maybe the emptiness ? Maybe the lack of at atmosphere I don't know but I couldn't just get into that game which is very rare for me I usually love what Bethesda is doing.
    Overall I think I didn't like the world they created and presented felt familiar (a bit of a Bioshock feeling to it) and foreign and    I've tried several hours to get into but I just couldn't ... Something felt wrong, maybe the emptiness ? Maybe the lack of at atmosphere I don't know but I couldn't just get into that game which is very rare for me I usually love what Bethesda is doing.
    Overall I think I didn't like the world they created and presented felt familiar (a bit of a Bioshock feeling to it) and foreign and uninteresting. Same for the main character.    … Expand
  38. AndersL
    Apr 12, 2017
    6
    This game turned out to bit of a disappointment. The game-play and the graphics were a bit of a letdown. Never really got into the main character. Stopped playing about halfway through.
  39. INU4SH4
    Jun 25, 2020
    7
    Dishonored was a solid title. It had very solid mechanics and two very different ways to play through the story later reflecting on your ending.

    Visually I did not enjoy the character designs. Most men in the game looked like ruffian gorillas but the rest looked good. The game still played beautifully. This isn't as close as impressive gameplay-wise as Bioshock but definitely a good    Dishonored was a solid title. It had very solid mechanics and two very different ways to play through the story later reflecting on your ending.

    Visually I did not enjoy the character designs. Most men in the game looked like ruffian gorillas but the rest looked good. The game still played beautifully. This isn't as close as impressive gameplay-wise as Bioshock but definitely a good title anyway.

    Very solid title for stealth fans that won't disappoint.    … Expand
  40. danncs1
    Nov 9, 2020
    0
    One of the worst games I have ever played. The game mechanics are terrible and I don't understand the choice by the first person.
  41. TeaFan556
    Dec 21, 2021
    7
    [RU]
    Если говорить о порте, тогда никаких придирок. Всё выполнено очень качественно и с любовью (хотя могли и подвезти 60 фпс). Моя оценка скорее касается самой игры. Возможно со мной что-то не так, но последние миссии я просто спидранил. Атмосфера у игры замечательная, интересно каждый раз по-новому проходить уровни, тобишь свой жанр она выполняет на все 100. Но, к сожалению, мне не    [RU]
    Если говорить о порте, тогда никаких придирок. Всё выполнено очень качественно и с любовью (хотя могли и подвезти 60 фпс). Моя оценка скорее касается самой игры. Возможно со мной что-то не так, но последние миссии я просто спидранил. Атмосфера у игры замечательная, интересно каждый раз по-новому проходить уровни, тобишь свой жанр она выполняет на все 100. Но, к сожалению, мне не удалось проникнуться сюжетом и полюбить его. У игры слишком рваные убийства, слишком рваная концовка, но иногда ей удавалось меня удивить. Всем советую её опробовать, но меня она не заставила задуматься о покупке второй части :(    … Expand
  42. IniciusV
    Feb 4, 2023
    0
    FPS É UMA MERDA, SHOOTER É UMA MERDA, PRIMEIRA PESSOA É UMA MERDA, SÓ TEM FPS/SHOOTER/PRIMEIRA PESSOA NESSA MERDA
  43. Heisenberg93
    Dec 24, 2022
    9
    The Definitive Edition was how I played Dishonored for the first time. Therefore, as usual in these cases, I will evaluate the game for what it is, not for the quality of the remastered alone. What is certain is that this is one of the most brilliant video games of the 2010s.

    Dishonored created a new world with its own lore. The Empire of the Isles is a 19th century pan-European    The Definitive Edition was how I played Dishonored for the first time. Therefore, as usual in these cases, I will evaluate the game for what it is, not for the quality of the remastered alone. What is certain is that this is one of the most brilliant video games of the 2010s.

    Dishonored created a new world with its own lore. The Empire of the Isles is a 19th century pan-European cultural construct in names, architecture and fashion, built upon the style of a British constitutional monarchy where, however, the monarch exercises executive power. The despair of the rat-borne plague that sinks the Empire serves as the main background, however the harrowing slaughter of cetaceans for the production of whale oil (Dishonored's main commodity) at the basis of the Empire's industrial revolution plays a part as well. Intrigues, conspiracies, supernatural events, books, plot twists and side stories help complete this compelling world and a story driven by mature and spot-on writing.

    Dishonored's gameplay is brilliant, but that's an understatement. Playing in first-person view as Royal Protector Corvo Attano, the player can move with high verticality along the levels, dealing with various kind of enemies, to his targets. The game offers lots of approaches in movements and attacks. Given this, zones in each level are quite large and allow for a fair amount of exploration. Corvo's equipment, weapons and gadgets, can be upgraded using collected Coins. Corvo is aided with supernatural powers gifted by a god-like man, called The Outsider, which can be obtained and enhanced by using Runes. Using such powers requires and consumes Mana which can be recovered with potions, just like Health. Other collectibles like Bone Charms can enhance Corvo's passive attributes. Combat is generally performed with the sword, blocking blows and moving to the lunge, even though a personal crossbow and a Flintlock-like pistol can be used for ranged combat, the latter by enemies as well. Main targets can be assassinated in multiple ways or neutralized using alternative methods. Interesting side quests can also be completed to get extra rewards. The stealth approach and with few deaths (Low Chaos) is encouraged however it must be clear: to explore all of Dishonored's approaches, even the most stylish or absurd, High Chaos is required and rigid stealth gameplay must be sacrificed, which means many dead and being detected, which in turn affects the ending of the game because the more corpses, the more proliferation of plague. By combining gadgets and powers (such as attaching a mine to a rat, taking possession of it and detonating it near enemies), some surprising gameplay solutions can come up. Either with Low or High Chaos, gameplay is indeed very satisfying, varied and deep.

    However, the game has some problems. In stealth, the fact darkness offers shelter only at a certain distance leaves me dumbfounded. Maybe it's to counterbalance the player's powers but I find it a mostly wrong choice: the result is that even in pitch dark enemies see Corvo at short distance, while they shouldn't. The enemies' AI is good, but it has happened that it acted in strange ways, jamming pathways and compromising my planning.

    Dishonored's graphics were criticized at the time. True, it was the least successful aspect of the game, but I think its art style impacted. Still, it's an aesthetically pleasing game. Too bad the remastered doesn't add much apart from 1080p and little else; the lack of 60 fps is unjustifiable. The audio and music component of the game is of high quality.

    As said, I think Dishonored has been one of the most brilliant video games of the 2010s. A nice plot, a captivating world and an amazing, deep gameplay. Too bad for the graphics side (and for a lazy remastered), but all in all Dishonored is a masterpiece of European production which, in a decade, has aged very little and very well.    … Expand
  44. JeremyDoesGames
    Nov 7, 2017
    9
    I finally got around to playing this for the first time, and it is AWESOME! Once I picked it up, I couldn't put it down. "Dishonored" is one of the best games I've played in a long time. It plays well, it has a great story, and it's a ton of fun and a very addictive stealth game. It has a couple problems such as the long loading screens, a cinematic right after mission 6 that was veryI finally got around to playing this for the first time, and it is AWESOME! Once I picked it up, I couldn't put it down. "Dishonored" is one of the best games I've played in a long time. It plays well, it has a great story, and it's a ton of fun and a very addictive stealth game. It has a couple problems such as the long loading screens, a cinematic right after mission 6 that was very exposition-heavy, and your character has no development, but man, "Dishonored" is such a great game!… Expand
  45. MrZfinger
    Nov 19, 2018
    10
    Одна из лучших игр прошлого поколения! ДЛЦ также держат высокую планку.
  46. Przemun1304
    Feb 15, 2019
    10
    The best sneak-around game I have ever played. Freedom of choice you want to do and whole gameplay are amazing. Really enjoy playing it !
  47. StudMuffinOP
    Oct 23, 2019
    9
    After watching gameplay on youtube I decided to give this game a shot and was glad I did. Game was mainly for stealth but I found myself just killing everyone regardless if they spotted me or not. Loved the power options and most of the challenges were pretty easy. Was more of a fan of Dishonored 1 vs Dishonored 2. Graphics aren't all that great compared to others but the gameplay made upAfter watching gameplay on youtube I decided to give this game a shot and was glad I did. Game was mainly for stealth but I found myself just killing everyone regardless if they spotted me or not. Loved the power options and most of the challenges were pretty easy. Was more of a fan of Dishonored 1 vs Dishonored 2. Graphics aren't all that great compared to others but the gameplay made up for it fully. I highly recommend it.… Expand
  48. RealJSCarpio
    May 8, 2019
    10
    Un juego espectacular en todos sus aspectos, graficos, sonidos, historia, jugabilidad, sin prácticamente bugs (por decir algo, ya que yo no he sufrido ni uno) artisticamente brutal, tiene una estética que recuerda al gran Bioshock, con buena duración y lo mejor, muy rejugable, el diseño de niveles es de lo mejor de la industria, te puedes pasar el juego de mil formas diferentes, si ademasUn juego espectacular en todos sus aspectos, graficos, sonidos, historia, jugabilidad, sin prácticamente bugs (por decir algo, ya que yo no he sufrido ni uno) artisticamente brutal, tiene una estética que recuerda al gran Bioshock, con buena duración y lo mejor, muy rejugable, el diseño de niveles es de lo mejor de la industria, te puedes pasar el juego de mil formas diferentes, si ademas le sumas los poderes y las diferentes armas con su toque rolero, aun tienes mas diversión, ademas las ejecuciones son una delicia, muy a lo mortal kombat, quien no haya jugado a esta saga no se arrepentirá.… Expand
  49. Chempion1
    Sep 10, 2020
    7
    От студии Arkane в то время я ожидал, да и сейчас ожидаю, Dark Messiah 2, но вышла Dishonored. Как я отношусь к этой игре? Не однозначно.
    Начну с хорошего.
    И это сюжет. Он длинный, запутанный, есть предательство, скрытые смыслы. Мне понравился стелс в этой игре, а также неплохая прокачка. Вот в принципе всё! Теперь о грустном. Мне совершенно не понравился визуальный стиль игры. Все    От студии Arkane в то время я ожидал, да и сейчас ожидаю, Dark Messiah 2, но вышла Dishonored. Как я отношусь к этой игре? Не однозначно.
    Начну с хорошего.
    И это сюжет. Он длинный, запутанный, есть предательство, скрытые смыслы.
    Мне понравился стелс в этой игре, а также неплохая прокачка.
    Вот в принципе всё!
    Теперь о грустном.
    Мне совершенно не понравился визуальный стиль игры. Все персонажи страшны как смерть. Я понимаю, что делали французы с их врождённой женофобией, но можно же было прекрасную половину сделать хоть немножко, хмм, прекрасней? Кстати в мире игры, как не странно, не изобретена юбка. Да, да в мире Dishonored полностью отсутствует такой необходимый, как я считаю, для женщины элемент, особенно в 18-19 веках, как юбка, платье, халат, сарафан и т. д. Кстати во второй части мужики халаты носят.
    Теперь о боёвке. Она мне тоже не понравилась. Я думаю в Dark Messiah она была лучше.
    Ну и самое главное. Меня совершенно не зацепила атмосфера игры. Не зацепила и всё.
    Подведу итог. В принципе игра не плохая, просто наверное я ожидал от Arkane чего то другого. Я прошел игру дважды, на Xbox 360, а за тем на PS4. Скажу честно, какой то графической разницы я не заметил, единственно на PS4 вертикальная синхронизация включена была. Но ни там, ни там, меня так и не зацепила атмосфера этой игры, а это самое грустное.    … Expand
  50. raptus21
    Nov 27, 2019
    9
    The unique game experience. You have freedom of choice, special skills to help you play as you see it convenient. Nice morality system, not forcing to be good or evil. Interesting plot, diversified missions, charismatic main character, not bad voice acting. Difficulty level is just fine, you won't be bored with this game. Pleasant fight, exploration, intuitive control over character. NiceThe unique game experience. You have freedom of choice, special skills to help you play as you see it convenient. Nice morality system, not forcing to be good or evil. Interesting plot, diversified missions, charismatic main character, not bad voice acting. Difficulty level is just fine, you won't be bored with this game. Pleasant fight, exploration, intuitive control over character. Nice system of character development, including skills, equipment, runes and improvements.

    For minuses I should point medium-quality graphics and music, and irritating ghost system (not possible to tell if you were seen till the end of the mission).    … Expand
  51. Skurttish
    Aug 17, 2020
    8
    Really great stealth gameplay. I enjoyed the art style immensely—it was cartoon-ey enough to feel like a game (which is a good thing in my mind), but also somber enough to drive home the complexity of the world the creators were trying to build and to remind you that you were killing humans, for those who chose to go the lethal route.

    The music and sound effects were also top notch. I    Really great stealth gameplay. I enjoyed the art style immensely—it was cartoon-ey enough to feel like a game (which is a good thing in my mind), but also somber enough to drive home the complexity of the world the creators were trying to build and to remind you that you were killing humans, for those who chose to go the lethal route.

    The music and sound effects were also top notch. I loved that every now and then the guards would randomly shout something like ‘GOTCHA’ at a rat—it scared the mess out of me because I tried to get Ghost (‘never detected’) on every level, so every time, I thought they had found me. Plus, the gentle scream in the distance of the wind, with the loud clang of the propaganda announcements........the sound was really well done.

    But I did deduct two points from my score, and I did that because I didn’t like that a nonlethal playthrough limited me to so few abilities and weapons. If there had been more options available to me as a nonlethal player (and a player that would never choose to be lethal), this would have been a perfect 10. But all game I only used sleep darts, Blink, and chokes. Meh. There could have been more fun to be had here.

    And there would have been, had I chosen to be a little more violent in my methods. But I just can’t stomach it, you know? I don’t care how bad the person is, God hasn’t given me the right to kill anybody. Even in a game (when I have the choice). Another way to solve this problem would have been to turn them all into shrubberies and call it ‘Plant Wars’. But that sounds stupid.

    All in all, great game, and one I highly recommend.    … Expand
  52. Bamagiotis
    Jun 26, 2020
    10
    One of my top 3 favorite games on the ps4. I've also played it on ps3 but on ps4 it's the real deal. The hardware does justice to what the developers wanted to achieve. Art looking graphics but as a videogame. I love everything about this game, the story, art style, combination of stealth and freedom of choice which affects your actions. Very ahead of it's time and original. People hateOne of my top 3 favorite games on the ps4. I've also played it on ps3 but on ps4 it's the real deal. The hardware does justice to what the developers wanted to achieve. Art looking graphics but as a videogame. I love everything about this game, the story, art style, combination of stealth and freedom of choice which affects your actions. Very ahead of it's time and original. People hate the art style of the game comparing it to bad graphics, i pity them that they don't understand that is what makes the game also unique.… Expand
  53. krooney
    Jun 20, 2020
    9
    I love these games - stealth done well. Unlike Thief on PS4 (pc originals were fantastic). Good story, nice graphics and enough variation in abilities to choose your preferred playstyle
  54. Sucho
    Aug 22, 2020
    6
    Буду краток. Игра-хорошая, но есть минусы. Геймплей очень хороший, достовляет удовольствие. Сюжет-такой себе, даже для 2010. Лор и сеттинг-хорошие. Лично мне не нравится, визиульный стиль игры, но во второй части его слегка переделали и там он мне нравится больше.Буду краток. Игра-хорошая, но есть минусы. Геймплей очень хороший, достовляет удовольствие. Сюжет-такой себе, даже для 2010. Лор и сеттинг-хорошие. Лично мне не нравится, визиульный стиль игры, но во второй части его слегка переделали и там он мне нравится больше.
  55. Jouniac
    Jul 21, 2020
    9
    Absolutely loved the steampunkish setting and the story: dark and gloomy and stinking of whale oil. Also the possibility to use vastly different approaches on how to do missions is amazing!
  56. bergcamp101
    Oct 10, 2021
    8
    Impressive game, focusing on the variety of tactics and a very good level design.
  57. mrgentle91
    Nov 15, 2021
    7
    Dishonored definitive edition bring a good experience with a good combat gun style, but with more time in playing it becomes a little bit boring, but overall it is a fun and great story telling style and stealth option to pick to end the game in a fashionable way.
  58. Jollyolfun
    Mar 16, 2022
    9
    loved dishonored as a kid. love it now. one of the few games where the graphics and gameplay alike dont get old.
  59. DanielGG91
    Nov 14, 2022
    5
    Realmente esperaba que este juego me gustase bastante más. Es un buen juego, está bien hecho para quien le guste ese estilo, pero en mi caso particular me costó mucho mantener la motivación porque no disfruté el gameplay, ni la narrativa, aunque a nivel artístico es muy bonito.
  60. goodgriff33
    Dec 24, 2022
    9
    Answer: 75 characters is between 10 words and 19 words with spaces included in the character count. If spaces are not included in the character count, then 75 characters is between 12 words and 25 words.
  61. NoahsNexus
    Apr 6, 2023
    10
    Dishonored: Definitive Edition on PS4 is a masterpiece of stealth-action gameplay that is sure to satisfy fans of the genre. This definitive edition of the game brings with it all of the original content, as well as all of the DLC released for the game. With stunning graphics and smooth, responsive controls, Dishonored is an immersive experience that is sure to keep players engaged fromDishonored: Definitive Edition on PS4 is a masterpiece of stealth-action gameplay that is sure to satisfy fans of the genre. This definitive edition of the game brings with it all of the original content, as well as all of the DLC released for the game. With stunning graphics and smooth, responsive controls, Dishonored is an immersive experience that is sure to keep players engaged from start to finish.

    The story is well-written and engaging, with a complex plot that is full of twists and turns. The characters are well-developed and have their own motivations, which adds depth to the story. The game's level design is exceptional, with each level providing multiple paths to completion. This allows players to approach the game in a variety of ways, whether they prefer to take a stealthy approach or go in guns blazing.

    One of the standout features of Dishonored is the game's emphasis on player choice. The game allows players to make decisions that affect the story and the world around them. These decisions can have far-reaching consequences, making each playthrough a unique experience. This makes the game highly replayable, as players can go back and make different choices to see how they affect the story.

    Overall, Dishonored: Definitive Edition on PS4 is a must-play game for fans of the stealth-action genre. With its stunning graphics, well-written story, and emphasis on player choice, the game is an immersive experience that is sure to keep players engaged for hours on end. The game's replayability also makes it a great value, as players will want to come back and experience the game in different ways. For all of these reasons, Dishonored: Definitive Edition on PS4 earns a perfect score of 10/10.    … Expand

Awards & Rankings

58
#58 Best PS4 Game of 2015
56
#56 Most Discussed PS4 Game of 2015
68
#68 Most Shared PS4 Game of 2015

Critic Reviews

All reviews »
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
  1. GameCritics
    Dec 27, 2015
    95
    Dishonored was an incredible accomplishment—a game that offered stylish murder and great storytelling in equal measure. It accomplished everything that it set out to do and made it look easy, while games all around it failed to impress. Three years later, nothing in its genre has come close.
    Read full review
  2. 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]
  3. Pelit (Finland)
    Nov 5, 2015
    92
    Dishonored: Definitive Edition is (still) a very imaginative and exciting action-adventure. Stealth is rarely this varied and interesting. [Oct 2015]
See all critic reviews »