Evolve

 PlayStation 4
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4.3

Generally unfavorable reviews- based on 937 Ratings

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  1. IchigoZA
    Feb 12, 2015
    8
    Turtle Rock created a fun Multiplayer game. many user reviews gave this game a negative review due to the DLC. Let me make this clear. in the game you get 15 Characters. that is 3 per class, that is the same you get in most other games.

    The Dlc is also totally optional, you will not be locked out of any part of the game if you do not own a certain piece of DLC, this is different from    Turtle Rock created a fun Multiplayer game. many user reviews gave this game a negative review due to the DLC. Let me make this clear. in the game you get 15 Characters. that is 3 per class, that is the same you get in most other games.

    The Dlc is also totally optional, you will not be locked out of any part of the game if you do not own a certain piece of DLC, this is different from most other online games where if your friend bought the latest dlc then you should buy it aswell if you would like to join him in a game.

    Now for the game mechanics. Evolve has some of the best FPS mechanics out there at the moment, everything works great and helps with the immersion of the player.

    if you enjoy a multiplayer FPS games then this if for you but if you prefer a game with a great story then i suggest you ignore this title.    … Expand
  2. HarlanSaysSo
    Feb 12, 2015
    8
    Evolve is quite a unique experience. One that simply cannot be labeled purely as a shooter. That is only one element of the game, the other being the hunt. I quite enjoy fighting as both human/ monster as they are both equally fun. I think the part where it may be off putting, is when the monster is able to escape and you have to spend time trying to find him again. Some may argue thatEvolve is quite a unique experience. One that simply cannot be labeled purely as a shooter. That is only one element of the game, the other being the hunt. I quite enjoy fighting as both human/ monster as they are both equally fun. I think the part where it may be off putting, is when the monster is able to escape and you have to spend time trying to find him again. Some may argue that this is tedious and repetitious. But, once again , this is part of the game. The hunt. It does not bother me at all. As a matter of fact, I rather enjoy it. And i have also been in the role of the monster and the feeling of being hunted is a little thrilling to be honest. There were moments where I thought I was safe enough to feast or evolve only to realize that the hunting team were right on me .. and there have also been times where I have completely fooled them. Regardless, the battles are epic fun and brutal. The only real quip I have with this game is the DLC scheme is really bad. Really bad. And more importantly, there is a real lack of game modes . In short, this is a great, fun game IF you know what you are getting. If you are expecting a COD or Destiny even, type game... No. This is a unique game that offers up a lot of great ideas and for the most parts , succeeds. I feel that a sequel could definitely put some polish on a franchise I hope to see more of.… Expand
  3. Fullmetal
    Feb 12, 2015
    5
    Full disclosure: played the beta only, and did not really enjoy it enough to buy the full game. The reason behind this is the matchmaking, and the fact that the game was just boring. I am all about shooters like Left 4 Dead 2 (a game produced by Castle Rock) and Battlefield 4 but this one seemed to have missed the mark. Not really good for a game I was definitely looking for.
  4. ImBRUTUS
    Feb 12, 2015
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. EVOLVE.
    A new franchise into a genre that is frankly becoming a little stale. I have been gaming for a good 15 years, and to get to experience something fresh and masterful at what it is, is a real treat.

    -- GAMEPLAY--

    4 vs 1. 4 human controlled classes with each class having three unlockable characters that all differ in playstyle dramatically. We have the standard 'assault', damage dealer with a personal shield. 'Medic', healer and integral to your groups survivorbility, a smart medic player is essential to a groups success. 'Support', beams a laser like shield on other team mates providing armour, or litters the battlefield with gun turrents that ravage the monster. Lastly the 'trapper', in my opinion the most important team member in the early stages when the player is able to smartly "dome" the monster and litter the ground with harpoons so the group can deal that all so important early damage.
    MONSTERS UNITE
    We have three playable monsters at the outset, all differ in playstyles and all posses an arsenal that match the early overwhelming odds.
    Goliath - Savage melee and a hefty armour pool give this guy and edge in the later game stages, but early on in the games progression he is extremley vunerable to damage
    Kraken - More of a long range beast, who can also take to the skies and rain down electrified damage. A smart Kraken player is near impossible to stop in the later stages.
    Wraith - The delicate deadly flower of the bunch. Armed with a low armour and health pool compared to her comrades, she is much more tempered to the more cunning of moster players. Fantastic melee options and abilities like abduction reward a clever player and provide some of the best thrills in gaming,

    Graphics and sound
    CRISP - Everything graphically in the game is well thought out and detailed, from the lockers in your **** to the lilypads that float in water in the ridgelines. Characters burst on screen with pop that each individually belongs to them.
    Sound design is essentially one of the games strongest elements. From the sounds of birds being disturbed, tree's cracking and getting knocked over, weapons firing, Monster evolving and letting out a guttural roar, everything is in place and expertley delivered.

    Replayability
    AND NOTHING WAS THE SAME. This game is riddled so deeply with strategy that its a little confronting. What's your monster play at the begining of a match? Do you simply burst and try to get enough space in between the hunters and yourself leaving your tracks for all to see ? Do you feint going one direction whilst crawling back over your tracks and going the other.
    Hunters are no exception either, does the group splinter off into two's to cover more ground, do i pick ceratin characters that have different skill sets to support the group? The monster has just turned stage 3, do we try to seek them out whilst they have no armour, or head to the power relay and prepare as best as possible, laying mines and placing turrets.

    Thats the true beauty to Evolve, and the reason this game is already near and dear to my heart. Come into this game with an open mind for a different experience, and an understanding that it plays most differently to others and requires understanding and adaptability on the players behalf, and you will not regret it.    … Expand
  5. MegacriticE
    Feb 12, 2015
    9
    Evolve Is Generally a Good Game, Its Original and Good To Look at, I Dont understand Everyone saying The word 'Over-Hyped' Because You should'nt really use the word if you do not know what it means. 'Hype' Is False advertising or Claim, Lets say a game developer/ production company said "in our Game we Will Have Monsters that need to evolve, there will be 10 monsters at launch and 30Evolve Is Generally a Good Game, Its Original and Good To Look at, I Dont understand Everyone saying The word 'Over-Hyped' Because You should'nt really use the word if you do not know what it means. 'Hype' Is False advertising or Claim, Lets say a game developer/ production company said "in our Game we Will Have Monsters that need to evolve, there will be 10 monsters at launch and 30 hunters" Did you Spot The 'Hype'? Turtle Rock or 2k never had any False advertising or claims, therefore this game was not at all hyped, its more like it didn't live up to "YOUR" Expectations, not Hype. Therefore there is no reason for people to use 'hype' as a reason to mark this brilliant game down, im not saying its pitch perfect "Day one DLC" but its not neccesary to give it this much crap. Thank you.… Expand
  6. thj1188
    Feb 12, 2015
    2
    All of the content seem to have been taken out so they can charge extra for it, and wha'ts left is worht about £15 whats left is ok but no where near any kind of quality they were building it up to.
  7. valtonero
    Feb 12, 2015
    8
    To give this game or any game a Zero, means that your head is either broken or leaking brain matter. The game deserves an 8.0 any other review was given by mindless zombies. Graphics 8.0...Gameplay 8.5...Content 6.5 (due to Pay to Play DLC)...Overall worth & fun factor 8.0. The Ricky Bobby "If you ain't first, you're last" review mentality (0 or 10) needs to stop. But when you giveTo give this game or any game a Zero, means that your head is either broken or leaking brain matter. The game deserves an 8.0 any other review was given by mindless zombies. Graphics 8.0...Gameplay 8.5...Content 6.5 (due to Pay to Play DLC)...Overall worth & fun factor 8.0. The Ricky Bobby "If you ain't first, you're last" review mentality (0 or 10) needs to stop. But when you give zombies an opinion you can't expect them to know what number comes after Zero. Please Metacritic disable the numbers 0-4 and start your reviews from 5 and up because NO GAME deserves anything below 5 except maybe E.T. on ATARI 2600.… Expand
  8. xBolognaP0nyx
    Feb 12, 2015
    2
    I have chosen to not purchase this game. Reason being all of the negative feedback on your DLC model. You have stepped into EA territory with trying to drain consumers wallets. Destiny will also go down a doomed path except for LOYAL fans. While DLC should be used to "Add-On" to the base experience in the future, it should not be an option to enjoying what should be a complete game likeI have chosen to not purchase this game. Reason being all of the negative feedback on your DLC model. You have stepped into EA territory with trying to drain consumers wallets. Destiny will also go down a doomed path except for LOYAL fans. While DLC should be used to "Add-On" to the base experience in the future, it should not be an option to enjoying what should be a complete game like (*coughDestingcough*) other games. Sadly DLC is a necessary evil in the gaming industry but I feel game makers are starting to rush games and expect us to pay for what should have been included in the first place. That is a crooked way to do business. Imagine buying a car and then having to spend extra on an engine and wheels. For this reason, although I was an avid Left 4 Dead fan, I will pass on this. Good luck with penny pinching.… Expand
  9. JamesReicosky
    Feb 12, 2015
    10
    I actually would rate this a 9.5, but you can't do decimals. I'm rounding up because of all the zeroes. Does it make you guys feel good, to slap that 0 and try to sway public opinion because of your prejudices against the game? Just wondering.

    As for the game itself, it's one of the freshest, most distinct shooters I've played in a long time. There is a lack of content, but it's one of    I actually would rate this a 9.5, but you can't do decimals. I'm rounding up because of all the zeroes. Does it make you guys feel good, to slap that 0 and try to sway public opinion because of your prejudices against the game? Just wondering.

    As for the game itself, it's one of the freshest, most distinct shooters I've played in a long time. There is a lack of content, but it's one of those games you can just play over and over again without ever getting bored. As long as you aren't hoping to play alone(in which case, why are you playing this game, anyway?), you'll have a great time.    … Expand
  10. TheTrollManOMG
    Feb 12, 2015
    10
    El juego es muy bueno, sobre todo para jugar con amigos. No entiendo su política de dlc's ya que podían incluirlos pero yo creo que ponerle un 0 al juego es pasarse
  11. PhotoMorph
    Feb 12, 2015
    4
    Sadly i felt the game was frustrating and lacked anything to keep me immersed,i came on here with the intention of slating it but after reading an earlier review posted by TheReviewNinja i have to agree with him/her, the game is only bad or appears bad because my skill set in this type of game lacks, severely, i frequently ended up in frustrating button mashing as a monster jumping aroundSadly i felt the game was frustrating and lacked anything to keep me immersed,i came on here with the intention of slating it but after reading an earlier review posted by TheReviewNinja i have to agree with him/her, the game is only bad or appears bad because my skill set in this type of game lacks, severely, i frequently ended up in frustrating button mashing as a monster jumping around trying to kill four hunters and as a hunter i just kept chasing thin air around a map while my fingers turned to sausages and my brain to porridge as i tried and failed to choose the correct weapons and target the beast we were chasing, fortunately life is made somewhat better by Daisy a large dog of sorts that always leads you too said beast, but unfortunately none of it worked for me, could this be seen as poor design? i don't know, i do know its a very specialist game and you need to be very quick thinking in order for you to get any sort of enjoyment, you also need to work together as a team which rarely happens unless you are setting up your own session with friends. So my score more likely reflects my multiplaying abilities, or lack off rather than the game itself, it just was not for me.… Expand
  12. goloni
    Feb 12, 2015
    0
    The game is really boring after the first half-hour. There are not enough hunters and monsters to make the game diverse and the ones they put in are simply uninspiring and can be found in basically any moba out there. Matchmaking is also really bad and the lack of a voice chat in game makes playing hunter a really bad experience. Also there is not enough content to justify its price andThe game is really boring after the first half-hour. There are not enough hunters and monsters to make the game diverse and the ones they put in are simply uninspiring and can be found in basically any moba out there. Matchmaking is also really bad and the lack of a voice chat in game makes playing hunter a really bad experience. Also there is not enough content to justify its price and the dlc policy is simply disgusting. Its graphics are beautiful tho, like any other aaa game released lately.… Expand
  13. DudeDevin
    Feb 12, 2015
    4
    I was severely dissappointed in this game. I bought into the hype and now get to take back the game within the same week it came out. I feel like I paid $60 to have the chance to play an okay game in the future, once all of the DLC comes out. It is not worth waiting or paying for extra content when the core game isn't worth playing - like lipstick on a pig. The human characters areI was severely dissappointed in this game. I bought into the hype and now get to take back the game within the same week it came out. I feel like I paid $60 to have the chance to play an okay game in the future, once all of the DLC comes out. It is not worth waiting or paying for extra content when the core game isn't worth playing - like lipstick on a pig. The human characters are 1-dimensional cartoons fighting a seriously detailed monster that can only evolve twice. This is a crappy version of Pokemon except it's not worth catching these monsters - pika pika… Expand
  14. drunkenspy
    Feb 12, 2015
    1
    Do not listen to the paid for "critic" reviews. This game isn't worth it in anyway. This game is the worse example of micro transactions and only for those who can afford to play this mediocre game.
  15. BruhWTFisThis
    Feb 12, 2015
    0
    Ey, yo bruh! I'll sell you a new kmart skateboard! Only $60 bruh! And yo, for double the price of dis awesum board, ill throw in some hello kitty stickers you can slap up on dere. Make it look betta bruh! Buy it now, and i'll throw in an extra spitfire hotwheel whateva! You gon want dis spitefire hotwheel matchbox bruh! If you wait for it, imma have to charge you extra bruh... ComeEy, yo bruh! I'll sell you a new kmart skateboard! Only $60 bruh! And yo, for double the price of dis awesum board, ill throw in some hello kitty stickers you can slap up on dere. Make it look betta bruh! Buy it now, and i'll throw in an extra spitfire hotwheel whateva! You gon want dis spitefire hotwheel matchbox bruh! If you wait for it, imma have to charge you extra bruh... Come on bruh dnt be stingy! Buy my board! Dnt walk away bruh, dnt be all entitiled and reasonable- channel yo inner beast mode and buy dis bruh!… Expand
  16. Cocke
    Feb 12, 2015
    1
    A game that could very well be something fresh and genuine, ends up being a mediocre game at best because of greed. If the game had at least half of the content that was made for it at launch it wouldn't become a repetitive piece of grinding right after two hours of game play.

    But of course the developer had to cut like 70% of the game and sell it as DLC, and Day 1 DLC at that, mind    A game that could very well be something fresh and genuine, ends up being a mediocre game at best because of greed. If the game had at least half of the content that was made for it at launch it wouldn't become a repetitive piece of grinding right after two hours of game play.

    But of course the developer had to cut like 70% of the game and sell it as DLC, and Day 1 DLC at that, mind you. Because who would complain about being ripped off? Gamers are sheep, duh, and the developer's so smart. Of course they won't.

    This game should backfire at them badly. Developers like these don't deserve a penny, don't even deserve to be around. Developers like these don't make games because they love doing it and expect to make something out of it, they do it just for making something out of it. Here you see a job being put to practice, not passion.

    For the content you get, this game is not worth it. Basically a game that has as much content as a free to play game, which means that its not much and everything else is locked behind pay walls, but the game itself also costs a whopping 60$ to get into.

    Move on, ignore this. You'll have no regrets.    … Expand
  17. ImUpsetWitChu
    Feb 12, 2015
    0
    It's simple. Game lacks enough content to justify $60 price tag. Skins should be included- and the free maps and modes should have been within it at release. Why are skins totaling the same or double the price of the game itself?! Because people are stupid enough to buy them- they overvalue their relative worth- and with a game already so empty people are probably more inclined to payIt's simple. Game lacks enough content to justify $60 price tag. Skins should be included- and the free maps and modes should have been within it at release. Why are skins totaling the same or double the price of the game itself?! Because people are stupid enough to buy them- they overvalue their relative worth- and with a game already so empty people are probably more inclined to pay a little extra to make it more entertaining (less their $60 bucks goes partly to waste). They should be included- and even then the game lacks substance. Instead they are apparently worth as much or more than the game itself. Seriously??? 44 skins=evolve. Dispicable....… Expand
  18. Tinnesa
    Feb 12, 2015
    0
    Evolve? More like DLC: The game
    This is the kind of stuff that is ruining the industry. Seeing how the game is literally rinse and repeat every single game with lack of no variation whatsoever, I wonder how many gamemodes could have been made if they had put less effort on Day 1 DLC, that should be in the game for a game that costs around 180 dollars.
    Go buy a better game, for example    Evolve? More like DLC: The game
    This is the kind of stuff that is ruining the industry. Seeing how the game is literally rinse and repeat every single game with lack of no variation whatsoever, I wonder how many gamemodes could have been made if they had put less effort on Day 1 DLC, that should be in the game for a game that costs around 180 dollars.
    Go buy a better game, for example Left4Dead2.    … Expand
  19. ghbutler
    Feb 12, 2015
    0
    Day one dlc is unacceptable for something that should have been included on the disk

    The gunplay is boring and stale and loses its edge after an hour of playing.

    This game is Destiny all over again, and it's sad. Avoid it completely or if you did buy it, trade in your copy for another game.
  20. Bansai
    Feb 12, 2015
    0
    Evolve is bad, mkay? DLC is also bad, mkay?

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  21. STEPHpunisher
    Feb 12, 2015
    9
    Haters gonna hate. The reaction to this game just proves that modern gamers are jagoffs who expect immediate gratification. So, the game has a learning curve? So what? This shooter forces players to use their brain, which is more than can be said for Destiny or Call of Duty.

    As for those complaining about DLC: The game is 100% playable and all DLC out there is purely cosmetic. Don't    Haters gonna hate. The reaction to this game just proves that modern gamers are jagoffs who expect immediate gratification. So, the game has a learning curve? So what? This shooter forces players to use their brain, which is more than can be said for Destiny or Call of Duty.

    As for those complaining about DLC: The game is 100% playable and all DLC out there is purely cosmetic. Don't waste your breath on such a pointless conversation. And please, give this small studio a little bit of love! This game is pearls before swine.    … Expand
  22. vinBangarang
    Feb 12, 2015
    10
    I don't get the people commentating bad on this game. I didn't have that much fun in years with any game like I have with Evolve. The gameplay is fast an refreshing, the atmosphere is great and you actually get paranoid playing as monster (same for hunters when monster reaches stage 3). The variety is great, just compare it to LoL, even if may seems repetitively. Every game feels differentI don't get the people commentating bad on this game. I didn't have that much fun in years with any game like I have with Evolve. The gameplay is fast an refreshing, the atmosphere is great and you actually get paranoid playing as monster (same for hunters when monster reaches stage 3). The variety is great, just compare it to LoL, even if may seems repetitively. Every game feels different and that's great. The only argueable point is the dlc system. Buying skins is ok and it doesn't affect the gameplay. The only thing that bothers me are the new monsters and hunters coming in the future and that you aren't able to unlock them unless you pay for them. Why isn't there some kind of ingame currency for buying them with "playtime"?

    Nonetheless EVOLVE is great game and you can enjoy it even more with friends. It's super fun to play and the asymetric gameplay is quite refreshing. I would rate it a 8.5 but because of all the **** reviews of people not giving it a real try I'll give a 10.

    greetz    … Expand
  23. BubaMan
    Feb 12, 2015
    5
    Ignore the 10's, they're on drugs - Ignore the 0's, they've run out of drugs.
    It's a bit of a 'meh' game, let down by a rigid multiplayer model, poor control and annoying recharge delays.
    It's OK but is it enough to be my online staple of 2015? No.
    I sold my copy while it's still worth a few quid (and before anyone notices that the critics have all got new sports cars with 2K logos on)
  24. ChiXi
    Feb 12, 2015
    6
    The game is fun with friends during a fifteen hours after it becomes repetitive. Ranking doesn't make sense. it lacks depth and content, its price is too expensive for what it offers.
  25. Skyrar
    Feb 12, 2015
    0
    0, because you don't even get the full game if you pay the full price. This game costs 60$+ there are dlc in worth of 130$, which are not part of the season pass!. Then there is a season pass in worth of 20$ and you get a extra monster if you preordered the game and didnt wait for a price drop. So you have to pay over 200$ to get the full game. This game symbolizies everything what is0, because you don't even get the full game if you pay the full price. This game costs 60$+ there are dlc in worth of 130$, which are not part of the season pass!. Then there is a season pass in worth of 20$ and you get a extra monster if you preordered the game and didnt wait for a price drop. So you have to pay over 200$ to get the full game. This game symbolizies everything what is wrong with the gaming industry in 2015. If you support such pratices you are part of the problem, why the gaming industry is dominated by greed.… Expand
  26. Buddy72757
    Feb 11, 2015
    5
    Its tactical, its fun, its ambitious, and its entertaining.

    And its DLC...................

    The concept is great and it is executed beyond amazing, but the struggle with DLC weighs it down.
    :(
  27. Xaviale
    Feb 11, 2015
    8
    Evolve isn't a bad game.. Its just not necessarily a great one. Through my countless hours of playing the game I can honestly say that Evolve is plain out fun and fresh. If you want a breather from the countless Call Of Duty Re-Hashes or generic FPS's, Evolve is definitely a must check.

    If I had to describe Evolve to anyone it would be that it is essentially a "Strategic Left 4 Dead"(    Evolve isn't a bad game.. Its just not necessarily a great one. Through my countless hours of playing the game I can honestly say that Evolve is plain out fun and fresh. If you want a breather from the countless Call Of Duty Re-Hashes or generic FPS's, Evolve is definitely a must check.

    If I had to describe Evolve to anyone it would be that it is essentially a "Strategic Left 4 Dead"( which makes sense as the developers of both games are the same). All of your teammates must co-operate in order to capture the "Goliath". Seems simple enough, although gameplay sessions can be ruined with a lot of inexperienced or bad players trying to figure out the control schemes or just being a plain noob.. (Ex. Goliath is close by and the trapper doesn't throw down the grenade to trap the monster. This was a situation that happened countless times.)

    If you plan on playing the campaign and expect a Christopher Nolan written campaign - here's a spoiler alert. The campaign totally sucks and is completely what you would expect from a Campaign comprised of 4 mercenaries trying to kill monsters.. (A for effort?) Sure. Turtle Rock definitely tried to make the campaign story epic and it shows through the cut scenes, the only problem is it's plain boring and trying too hard. The nice thing with Left 4 Dead was it was kind of set up as if they were Episodes where the story was only based on surviving. This was a cool premise and it didn't seem to try too hard nor raise any expectations. It could have been more wise of Turtle Rock studios to try toning down the campaign and even make the characters more memorable or humorous as the characters in Left 4 Dead.

    To be completely honest if you need my advice. Avoid the campaign. It is worth a try although it seems all the experienced players have decided to stick with the Skirmish mode making having fun an actual possibility.

    All in all, minus the bad technical issues - Evolve is a lot of fun. The different roles allow for variety in game play type and the weapons can be really awesome! Many rewards are to be found and help keep gamers coming back to earn great unlocks such as new characters and more. Playing as the monster is tons of fun, especially when choosing new upgrades for your Goliath and other monsters, and even being tedious with your opponents.

    The maps are great and theirs a fair amount although their still needs to be a bit more variety in the locations of the maps. I found myself too many time in swamps and forests giving a very flushed feel to the overall experience..

    Although most of this review sounds like a bash on the game, I really do like Evolve! Theirs just so much more that can be done to make this a better game.

    Here's a list of all the improvements I think are necessary..

    - More online games modes ( Defend, death match, etc)
    - More maps with variety
    - More playable monsters (Minor enemies like Left 4 Dead.)
    - 8v8 multi-player

    A lot of these ideas are reflected on the Defend game mode! ^

    If I had to give Evolve a score out of 10 I would probably give it a 7.5. Their is still much that is needed to be fixed to make this a great online experience.    … Expand
  28. RandomLetters27
    Feb 11, 2015
    10
    You will never forget playing this game. This is an experience you should not miss. There is no other game that conveys the atmosphere, excitement, and overall gaming experience of Evolve. Don't miss out just because of the weird negative hype - that has nothing to do with the actual game.

    Pacing and the transitions from hunt to battle are phenomenal; I love the sense of tracking a    You will never forget playing this game. This is an experience you should not miss. There is no other game that conveys the atmosphere, excitement, and overall gaming experience of Evolve. Don't miss out just because of the weird negative hype - that has nothing to do with the actual game.

    Pacing and the transitions from hunt to battle are phenomenal; I love the sense of tracking a giant monster through dark forests or snowy blizzards, intent on the chase but equally fearful that at any moment the beast will turn and ambush the Hunters. Urgency and suspense drive the early gameplay whether as the Hunters trying to track and cut off the monster before it can evolve and become even more dangerous, or as the Monster trying to race ahead, feed, double-back, hide, throw off pursuit knowing that a team of four is hunting you...until you are strong, and whirl, and descend on them like rage and storm.

    And then suddenly it is a wild, brutal, and deeply tactical battle for both sides, comboing abilities, intrinsic teamwork abilities, utilizing map and environment advantage (the maps are wonderful and vertical and full of different moments and opportunities), and then perhaps the chase is on again, as either side attempts to flee and disengage and lick their wounds before picking their time and place once more. The transitions from hunt to battle to chase to final stand, however they play out, are always dynamic and interesting and wild fun.

    Abilities differ enough between hunter characters to let you find the one that best fits your play style or team composition, while still all reinforcing the basic class role of that character on the team. Monsters fill the classic archetypes of melee, ranged, and stealth to let you pick your favorite brand of mayhem, and each is equally capable of fight or flight in unique ways.

    The strategic depth increases the more you play, as you begin to consider better ways to utilize the maps, combo abilities, isolate hunters, or cut off the monster's retreat. Win or lose, every round is fun and exciting. Either team could win at any time.

    There is offline solo play with competent bots, big points for that.
    There is also a full color instruction manual in the box; this is how you know it was made with true gamer love.

    DLC? Guess what? At launch, DLC literally does not exist. Lot of fuss about content that has yet to be made. You can preorder DLC if that's your thing, but stop worrying about whether or not you want DLC, you don't need it. Play the game. There are plenty of characters to choose from and plenty of game, and in the heat of battle and the thrill of the chase, all that matters is that you are either hunter or hunted...and in the end, everyone is both, and that's what makes it fantastic.

    There is no other gaming experience like this. And you should absolutely experience it. Ignore the negatively; play the game because gaming is about new and fascinating games, not about whining about marketing. Evolve.    … Expand
  29. EL44
    Feb 11, 2015
    8
    Personally I disagree with lots of the lower scoring opinions on here. If you want open world and side ops - play "Farcry 4" - if you want content play "The last of Us" - If you want more campaigns, play Destiny.

    But as for pure multiplayer - Evolve is a unique co-op experience that does the job it was designed to do. Not over-complicated - Not trying to be something its not; and    Personally I disagree with lots of the lower scoring opinions on here. If you want open world and side ops - play "Farcry 4" - if you want content play "The last of Us" - If you want more campaigns, play Destiny.

    But as for pure multiplayer - Evolve is a unique co-op experience that does the job it was designed to do. Not over-complicated - Not trying to be something its not; and stands alone on a shelf of PS4 games that all do similar things.

    Evolve doesn't tolerate spamming buttons, it actually requires a team to use ALL their skills and abilities to take down a monster, and rewards players accordingly.

    Love the haters on here complaining about DLC's that cost as much as a large coffee these days (Get a job) - Things cost money, get used to it - if you don't like it, don't buy it.

    Evolve creators didn't hide what this game was - its been clear from the outset what type of game this would be - and for those like me whom in the early days of MMO lived in Warcraft Bg's and Arena's - Evolve is a welcome addition to further Co-op craziness.

    Clearly teams are only as strong as the weakest link, and trappers whom don't have a clue tend to frustrate other players. If this happens more than twice in a row - I just have a break as the Monster (You don't need to rely on anyone here to punish other players) - Or - even a better suggestion - quit whinging and hone your skills as a trapper or medic and be that difference that your team requires for a result.

    Often in Evolve the stars line up and team play becomes fluent and beautiful - its a fun game and well worth a buy - as long as you already have clear expectations of what the game is at the outset.

    Find a character you love, but be familiar with all play styles (as you will be called on from time to time to play different roles)

    If you're the type of person whom runs away (On an "I AM" quest) from a team mate whom is trapped in a flower do yourself and others a favour and uninstall the game.

    Evolve, for Evolved players only - noobs and solo players need not apply.    … Expand
  30. Crackscoobs
    Feb 11, 2015
    0
    Take a cool concept and completely murder it with a low amount of content and terrible business model, and you get Evolve. The only good aspects of the game is it's concept and atmosphere. It has a campaign that you can beat in under and hour (that still manages to be repetitive). The core gameplay is a game of hide and seek. This is a monster game with only 3 monsters, and double theTake a cool concept and completely murder it with a low amount of content and terrible business model, and you get Evolve. The only good aspects of the game is it's concept and atmosphere. It has a campaign that you can beat in under and hour (that still manages to be repetitive). The core gameplay is a game of hide and seek. This is a monster game with only 3 monsters, and double the content planned for overpriced DLC. You shouldn't charge $15 dollars a monster when the base game is already severely lacking in content. It is an extremly underhanded thing to do. The DLC isn't just skins for vanity, it is core parts of the gameplay that are missing from a $60 game. The game itself deserves a mere 4/10, however as a gamer, the studio and it's practices deserve a 0/10. Hopefully the negative backlash will show AAA companies what not to do.… Expand
  31. Birdman1099
    Feb 11, 2015
    10
    I very much enjoy the gameplay of Evolve, with it's cat and mouse style of asymmetrical game-play where four players play FPS style hunters and one player plays a videogame boss type monster. Many criticize the game for lack of content, but I think it's better to have a small amount of very well balanced weapons/characters than many overpowered and useless additions to a game.
  32. Lorddillpickle
    Feb 11, 2015
    10
    Why users are giving this game such low reviews is a mystery to me. I do not understand why you would give a game a zero out of ten when it gets so many things right. If its not your kind of game than give it an honest review not a flat out zero with reasoning of "boring, gimme cod". Also, yes dlc can be annoying and cheap but lets be honest, it would be worse if there was no more contentWhy users are giving this game such low reviews is a mystery to me. I do not understand why you would give a game a zero out of ten when it gets so many things right. If its not your kind of game than give it an honest review not a flat out zero with reasoning of "boring, gimme cod". Also, yes dlc can be annoying and cheap but lets be honest, it would be worse if there was no more content coming for this game. Cant wait for Behemoth the new monster. I hope there will be many more in future! I love the way 2K's app syncs and shows you replays of your previous games on your phone. Maybe this game isn't a 10/10 but it certainly isn't a 0/10. I will give this game the support it deserves.… Expand
  33. StevenEireann
    Feb 11, 2015
    9
    Before this game was released I was planning on giving it a zero purely because of all the DLC controversy. It wouldn't of been an honest score but just my way of rebelling against the way gaming has become. However, after playing this game I can't bring myself to give it a bad score and it's already got enough of them anyway.
  34. RustledJimmy
    Feb 11, 2015
    5
    Could have been a good game, but, like so many other recent titles, they allowed greed to drive their marketing tactics, and now the birth of another new franchise into the ground. With a multiplayer driven content scheme, and very little single player experience, forcing people to buy key parts of a game is just awful.one would think that with the disaster of Destiny, devs would avoidCould have been a good game, but, like so many other recent titles, they allowed greed to drive their marketing tactics, and now the birth of another new franchise into the ground. With a multiplayer driven content scheme, and very little single player experience, forcing people to buy key parts of a game is just awful.one would think that with the disaster of Destiny, devs would avoid this path.

    It's a shame that these new IPs will forever be trained by greedy money grabbing forced DLC.    … Expand
  35. AverageMan
    Feb 11, 2015
    0
    This game is completely shallow and the thing is the content WAS finished but 2K decided to cut it up and force you to pay extra for content that should have been included in the £50 game.
    This is not the only thing wrong with this game trust me on that, Playing as the monster is fun sure but when you are not playing as the monster it is the most boring experience you will ever have    This game is completely shallow and the thing is the content WAS finished but 2K decided to cut it up and force you to pay extra for content that should have been included in the £50 game.
    This is not the only thing wrong with this game trust me on that, Playing as the monster is fun sure but when you are not playing as the monster it is the most boring experience you will ever have basically a virtual hide and seek game.
    Then there are the Graphics which are pretty damn poor for a "Next Gen only" game.
    This game is not worth your money I was bored after 3 games even Titanfall kept me entertained for at least a week or so but this just cemented the reality that these Online only games all suck they shouldn't charge full price then have the nerve to charge for DLC if the game was £20 cheaper then maybe but not at full retail price I am sorry but I have already had enough and am selling the game even Destiny was less disappointing then this.
    Also would of gave the game a four but because some people are being giving the game a 10 to counter people expressing an issue with a truly disgusting business practice I will give a 0.
    Please take my advice don't make the same mistake I made and ignore this game it is not worth your money or your time complete rip off and a let down.    … Expand
  36. NoSuriBob
    Feb 11, 2015
    0
    This would have been a great game, but to release a game for $60 and expect 60 to 70$ more day one is just insulting.
    Got this Metacritic account just to post this. As a busy dad who has played games his whole life I was unaware of the crap they were pulling until after the game was opened so now I am stuck trading it in having barely played it. I think I will preorder a 3DXL.. They still    This would have been a great game, but to release a game for $60 and expect 60 to 70$ more day one is just insulting.
    Got this Metacritic account just to post this. As a busy dad who has played games his whole life I was unaware of the crap they were pulling until after the game was opened so now I am stuck trading it in having barely played it. I think I will preorder a 3DXL.. They still make full games for that system.. right? Day One DLC is taking a game and carving it up to get more money. I get that in the developer and studio eyes the game is worth this much. Fine. Then make it that price and see how the sales are. If people buy, then fine. I know I would not buy it for $120+    … Expand
  37. Neo-nine
    Feb 11, 2015
    0
    I got this today.. literally bored to tears..struggled to muster the nergy to finish the tutorial missions..i feel sad and angry im duped into buying a half baked product again..awful graphics..awful controls.. this should have been abandoned or very leadt a $15 download game. Im already tired and tomorrow ill return the game. Just sad..im not even mad, just depressed. DO NOT BUY..
  38. LTDan50
    Feb 11, 2015
    0
    For 60 bucks you get a multiplayer only game. They had that beta test and the game still has major bugs on all platforms, but its ok because they were too busy pay walling the crap out of this game to fix anything. Seriously go on the Xbox or Playstation marketplaces and look at how much stuff they cut out of the game and turned into DLC at release! Evolves not even a week old and it hasFor 60 bucks you get a multiplayer only game. They had that beta test and the game still has major bugs on all platforms, but its ok because they were too busy pay walling the crap out of this game to fix anything. Seriously go on the Xbox or Playstation marketplaces and look at how much stuff they cut out of the game and turned into DLC at release! Evolves not even a week old and it has more individual DLC packs than any other game I own. STAY AWAY!!… Expand
  39. SenshudoTV
    Feb 11, 2015
    9
    Evolve is a tough game to call. On the one hand, despite a plethora of game modes and character variation, some people will find the game gets repetitive quickly, but others will find that what the game does, it does very well indeed. If you're looking for a competitive game to sink your teeth into and start climbing leaderboards, then Evolve will be a feast for you; but if you're afterEvolve is a tough game to call. On the one hand, despite a plethora of game modes and character variation, some people will find the game gets repetitive quickly, but others will find that what the game does, it does very well indeed. If you're looking for a competitive game to sink your teeth into and start climbing leaderboards, then Evolve will be a feast for you; but if you're after gripping plotlines and gameplay variation, then you may find the plate a little scarce. The graphics are beautiful, dark and brooding, and varied between the environments with awesome weather effects and smooth framerates at all times. The game's audio is also an absolute delight, varying between tense and gripping tracks to bombastic and powerful as required, and when a Stage 3 Goliath hurls a boulder or leap-smashes the Hunters, you don't just hear it, you feel it. Evolve really is one of those games that I can give my opinion on, but it feels entirely subjective and may be entirely different for you. Watch the streams right here on Senshudo, and make up your own mind if this beast of a game is for you.… Expand
  40. hanzo-27
    Feb 11, 2015
    9
    Creo que este juego esta siendo juzgado por gente que aun no le a explotado su potencial o gente que provo el juego solo,es dificil jugarlo si no tienes comunicacion con otros jugadores.pero es un juego tactico y entretenido.tal vez aun le falte alguno modos de juegos para que no se torne repeptitivo.pero en mi opinion es muy divertido.
  41. Pureray
    Feb 11, 2015
    8
    Evolve is fun. After several hours of playing I forgot that there was skins and characters that I could buy if I wanted to (not necessary). It may seem dull in hunt, but there are other game modes that you could play were you don't have to try to find the monster. It depends on how good your fellow hunters are in tracking and trapping the monster and how well the monster knows on what heEvolve is fun. After several hours of playing I forgot that there was skins and characters that I could buy if I wanted to (not necessary). It may seem dull in hunt, but there are other game modes that you could play were you don't have to try to find the monster. It depends on how good your fellow hunters are in tracking and trapping the monster and how well the monster knows on what he or she is doing in order to succeed in hunt. Overall Turtle Rock did a great job on making sure the game is balanced.

    I can't wait for free addition content to be released. Your choice if you would rather stick to a generic fps. This isn't GOTY material, but it's still worth trying out, even if your just a solo player.    … Expand
  42. lukustra
    Feb 11, 2015
    0
    I can't feasibly support a game with this much DLC in order to play the damn game. anyone who gives this game a positive score is essentially ruining the gaming industry.
  43. bjolsen01
    Feb 11, 2015
    9
    First of all, Amazing graphics, i love how the game forces the hunters to teamwork , and only league of legends players will understand this: If you've ever jungled with kha zix, imagine that with a huge jungle and 4 ad carrys hunting for you and you know that you still got a huge chance, what a thrill. I don't think its as fun to play hunter tho, only if i play with a friend or two causeFirst of all, Amazing graphics, i love how the game forces the hunters to teamwork , and only league of legends players will understand this: If you've ever jungled with kha zix, imagine that with a huge jungle and 4 ad carrys hunting for you and you know that you still got a huge chance, what a thrill. I don't think its as fun to play hunter tho, only if i play with a friend or two cause as we all know the more friends the more fun. Worth buying.… Expand
  44. antopyramid
    Feb 11, 2015
    2
    when outdated gameplay mechanics meets unbalanced matchmaking it makes Evolve. The lack of content is killing it too. Gamemodes are just meh, the gamefeel is just missing. PLaying the monster is just as heavy and unpleasant as playing king kong in the ps2 game.... A game that could work with tons of nerfs and balancing. And even then iit wouldn t be that fun ..... The games has to givewhen outdated gameplay mechanics meets unbalanced matchmaking it makes Evolve. The lack of content is killing it too. Gamemodes are just meh, the gamefeel is just missing. PLaying the monster is just as heavy and unpleasant as playing king kong in the ps2 game.... A game that could work with tons of nerfs and balancing. And even then iit wouldn t be that fun ..... The games has to give rules to its players , not the other way around… Expand
  45. tedsidname
    Feb 11, 2015
    10
    I think its pretty funny that most of the people reviewing this and giving it all 0's are complaining about the DLC or lack of content. Lets just be clear here. There is 5 classes. 4 Hunters and 1 Monster. Each has weapons, gadgets, and abilities to upgrade. Upon upgrading these said weapons, gadgets, and abilities you unlock more content. Amazing isn't it.. To actually work for something.I think its pretty funny that most of the people reviewing this and giving it all 0's are complaining about the DLC or lack of content. Lets just be clear here. There is 5 classes. 4 Hunters and 1 Monster. Each has weapons, gadgets, and abilities to upgrade. Upon upgrading these said weapons, gadgets, and abilities you unlock more content. Amazing isn't it.. To actually work for something. It's like everyone wants everything to be completely available from the jump so then they can complain about the fact that there is nothing to play toward. Anyways on to my review.

    Now To start, the detail is amazing. The shadows and lighting blend perfect. The detail they put into the monsters is truly a gaming marvel. The game play is even better. Taking what a lot of the haters here are complaining about, you have to be on a competent team in order to be successful. If your on a team of hunters and your Medic or your Trapper are screwing off or are inexperienced, you will have a tough time. But if you have friends, or are just smart about how you matchmake (Don't get stuck with a bunch of noobs, obviously.) you'll be just fine. On to the monster.. This can be a bit frustrating.. But overall my experience with the monster has been positive. If you can just get down a good mix of stealth and forging for wildlife to evolve it can be fun, but get cornered early and your toast.

    All in all, Evolve is a perfect 10. Its an original concept, there is plenty of buffs and characters/monsters to unlock to keep you busy for 50+ hours which in my opinion is worthy of my $65.    … Expand
  46. rickyrb
    Feb 11, 2015
    5
    Evolve is a interesting concept, one of a kind, monster versus mankind of co-op game.
    The game has potential, but the lack of content makes me worry if they underestimated the value gamers are willing to pay regarding its quite slim range of characters, modes, weapons, maps, and so on.
    i really love it, yet im conflicted about the ammount of content they are trying to sell with a 60    Evolve is a interesting concept, one of a kind, monster versus mankind of co-op game.
    The game has potential, but the lack of content makes me worry if they underestimated the value gamers are willing to pay regarding its quite slim range of characters, modes, weapons, maps, and so on.

    i really love it, yet im conflicted about the ammount of content they are trying to sell with a 60 dollar pricetag.
    Knowing compairing games of different genres or companies isnt that great to do, but if im doing that right now, this would be thd list of games that makes such a pricetag worth the investment:

    ElderScrolls - Skyrim: This game got a stunning ammount of content to enjoy and last for quite a while (still dos)
    Fallout 3 / New vegas : worth the investment at launch.

    This are just one example, Destiny in my eyes would be the exact same as Evolve is right now, lacking content, selling DLC content that already exists on the Disk, just to name a few.

    I'm going to give this a 5 / 10 rating, i love the game, but at its current state, its not worth the full 60 bucks at launch.    … Expand
  47. GAMEfan33
    Feb 11, 2015
    0
    I have looking forward to this game, (due to the severely slow and limited choices for PS4), for several months now. The worst part is the company gave a pre warning that critics would try and falsely bash the review score and encouraged that its not a true reflection of the game. well, IT IS, what a load of garbage. I have never felt so screwed over in my life. The DLC makes a gameI have looking forward to this game, (due to the severely slow and limited choices for PS4), for several months now. The worst part is the company gave a pre warning that critics would try and falsely bash the review score and encouraged that its not a true reflection of the game. well, IT IS, what a load of garbage. I have never felt so screwed over in my life. The DLC makes a game that should be worth 29 retail AT BEST around 120 bucks!!!!! Not to mention a total lack of story and up front content. I mean, I don't know any other way to put it then imagining someone was going to release the brand new Lambo for 30k (alright not bad, sweet car) and then giving you a #*$&n Elantra, without any stuff.. but you can buy a radio for 5k, o and hubcaps thats another 4k, mmmmm seats yeah, another 6k..... WHAT A DLC JOKE… Expand
  48. TheReviewNinja
    Feb 11, 2015
    10
    This game is fantastic I will give it a 10 because of all these idiots giving it a zero. The thing about this game is that everyone complains that they spend the whole time in an endless chase as both sides. That's because they don't understand how to play the game. They get found and chased as the monster because they leave tracks everywhere because they aren't playing stealthy. and theyThis game is fantastic I will give it a 10 because of all these idiots giving it a zero. The thing about this game is that everyone complains that they spend the whole time in an endless chase as both sides. That's because they don't understand how to play the game. They get found and chased as the monster because they leave tracks everywhere because they aren't playing stealthy. and they end up chasing the monster because they can't strategize how to cut it off. You should probably only get this game if you have an open mind, and are willing to find ways to solve your problems in-game, instead of whining about them on the internet.… Expand
  49. blaisedell
    Feb 11, 2015
    3
    This game is a 6 at best, repetitive multi-player, no story mode. and out dated mechanics. Dull graphics for 2015. Don't get me wrong, the game is enjoyable and fun to play with friends, coordinating strategies and taking down the monster.

    How ever i give it a 3 because the money sucking DLC crap companies try to put on us, the gaming community. I found about 20 dollars worth of    This game is a 6 at best, repetitive multi-player, no story mode. and out dated mechanics. Dull graphics for 2015. Don't get me wrong, the game is enjoyable and fun to play with friends, coordinating strategies and taking down the monster.

    How ever i give it a 3 because the money sucking DLC crap companies try to put on us, the gaming community. I found about 20 dollars worth of playable content, for an 80 dollar game. I do not support Pay to Win.

    I was dooped into buying into the destiny hype, and i am now dooped once again by the evolve hype.
    Sadly, i was very excited for this game and its unique approach to the multi-player format, but it has fallen short for this gamer.    … Expand
  50. shavenwookie
    Feb 11, 2015
    1
    Why can't companies just release a fully fleshed out game? A game that could of been great, is completely ruined by them charging you more money for what should be in game features. Modern gaming is a joke. Then you have to wait for upcoming content? Here is an idea wait to release the game when you have those maps and levels done so i am not playing a quarter of the intended game.
  51. tilyas89
    Feb 11, 2015
    10
    For anyone new and unfamiliar and looking for the be-all-end-all review, here it is. There's also an explanation of this dlc controversy.

    GAMEPLAY: You have a team of four hunters, well... hunting a monster! You can choose to be either a medic, assault, trapper (who tracks and traps the monster), and support. Or for lone wolves, you can be the monster. This division is pretty great    For anyone new and unfamiliar and looking for the be-all-end-all review, here it is. There's also an explanation of this dlc controversy.

    GAMEPLAY: You have a team of four hunters, well... hunting a monster! You can choose to be either a medic, assault, trapper (who tracks and traps the monster), and support. Or for lone wolves, you can be the monster. This division is pretty great because teamwork is important in winning as hunters, but if you're a lone wolf type you can play as a monster. There are 12 hunters to choose from, 3 from each class, along with 3 monsters. No monster or hunter is better than the others, they're all balanced and will continue to be balanced to a 50% win rate. Not only this, the maps are filled with wildlife that may try to kill you. The monster has to eat animals to get stronger, while the hunters have to try and kill it before it gets too strong. In the beginning of a typical 15 minute game, the hunters are stronger and the monster is stage 1 and has to run and hide until he gets stronger. Towards the middle, the monster is probably up to stage 2 and is now about even with the hunters. Stage 3 monsters are very hard to take down. It's a game of strategy, hunting, and ambushes! There are other objectives on the map and game modes as well that I haven't even scratched the surface of what you can do.

    GRAPHICS AND SOUND: It's one of the most beautiful next gen games. There is no Ps3 or Xbox 360 version so they really had the opportunity to push the graphics. You need to use your ears as a hunter to find the monster, so the sound is suitably awesome and detailed with wildlife, guns, and environmental sounds.

    MULTIPLAYER AND SINGLEPLAYER: The online matchmaking has improved greatly since the alpha and beta builds. This is no Halo MCC! It works great and only gets better with only a few launch hiccups that should pass. If you're a single player, there is no story mode since they didn't go the Battlefield or COD approach and tack on a shallow story mode. BUT! You can play every mode, map, monster and hunter that you have with Bots! And boy are these bots smart. So if you're ever out of internet, fire the bots up and keep playing! Oh btw, teamwork is always extremely important for hunter survival!

    LONGEVITY: Most shooting games out there right now end up with you using your same favorite gun running around on the same few maps. More maps never really change much. But in Evolve, there is, in my opinion coming from the PC game Natural Selection 2 which is kinda like this, infinite replayability in hunting or being hunted. The characters are so diverse with different abilities and strategies to them that hunting human beings, ambushing them, and attacking them will always be fresh for you.

    DLC Controversy: Gamers are a strange bunch. We churn out $15 or more for COD maps and Battlefield Premium, season passes galore for every game. But suddenly people have a problem paying money for Evolve DLC. Let's get some facts straight down here:

    1. No day 1 DLC. Nothing is locked on the disk, since the new characters haven't even been fully made yet. All future maps and modes will be free so as not to fragment the community
    2. No future hunters or monsters are necessary to buy, they will not be stronger or better than what you have. They'll be balanced just like the rest.
    3. Future monsters and hunters, if you don't get a bundle which you always should, will cost $15 per monster or $7.50 for hunters. A whole new balanced, animated, voiced, character for the price of a map pack? I'm in!
    4. Yea you can buy skins. I like skins. You don't? Then don't buy them. Simple!

    In my opinion, new monsters and hunters drastically change the gameplay far more than the map packs we buy for other games. I bought all the BF4 maps with Premium and that cost me almost $50! Paying for a new monster or hunter that completely changes the gameplay is worth much more than DLC in other games. And heck maps are free and if you don't buy these new characters, you'll still get to play against them! There is no community fragmentation. You don't need to buy them to be successful at all.

    What gamers did was basically attack a perfectly good game because the hate DLC. Even though DLC is in every game now. Why did they have to attack such a unique game as Evolve that tries to break new ground? Because gamers are full of misinformation and too much emotion. This is the same reason that they can barely make any headway against greedy publishers. Attack Evolve, but continue to buy yearly bug ridden COD or Assassins creed along with all the DLC. Smart!

    If you need more info, go to the TRS official forums. The devs have been open and involved with everything and have been extremely responsive since they first announced the game. If you're confused or still undecided, go there rather than be exposed to the misinformation campaign by some gamers giving Evolve bad reviews. Do yourself a favor and buy this amazing experience    … Expand
  52. csabiRS
    Feb 11, 2015
    10
    Excellent and good game,it is a really fun game,Plays well and is especially fun with friends, This game is indeed very challenging against human player at first.
  53. thaylonsen
    Feb 11, 2015
    0
    Once upon a time, DLC was a great way to extend a games life, a few months after you'd gotten board of the game, along came a cheap download and reinvigorated the game. Now days it seems we pay for half a game, and have to pay the same price again to get the other half. This has got to stop, but sadly there will be enough idiots out there that will buy the game and all the DLC to and theOnce upon a time, DLC was a great way to extend a games life, a few months after you'd gotten board of the game, along came a cheap download and reinvigorated the game. Now days it seems we pay for half a game, and have to pay the same price again to get the other half. This has got to stop, but sadly there will be enough idiots out there that will buy the game and all the DLC to and the the developers/sales team can herold the game a success and we'll just get more of the same. The gaming industry is in a very sad state of affairs, with just a few golden developers left (MoJang, CCP, to name a couple).… Expand
  54. wfsdesign
    Feb 11, 2015
    3
    You basically run around trying to find the monster, then finally you get to him, attack until his shields are gone, then he runs away, chase him down again, by the time you get back to him his shields are back up again, just a rinse and repeat game, and shame on me for not waiting for the reviews before I bought it.
  55. Skarwind
    Feb 11, 2015
    7
    Evolve is a good game but isn't for everyone. If you plan on playing as a lone wolf, don't have a headset, don't work well with others, or all of the above then you will not like this game.

    To those without internet connections, you may as well avoid this game. There is a single player but it's not a cinematic campaign with detailed characters, great music, cutscenes, and atmosphere. It    Evolve is a good game but isn't for everyone. If you plan on playing as a lone wolf, don't have a headset, don't work well with others, or all of the above then you will not like this game.

    To those without internet connections, you may as well avoid this game. There is a single player but it's not a cinematic campaign with detailed characters, great music, cutscenes, and atmosphere. It is simply an offline version of the multiplayer but with AI either assisting you as hunters or playing as the monster. It works if you are bored, or want some practice before jumping into multiplayer.

    Multiplayer is fun and refreshing. In a genre full of 6v6, 12v12, and so on it's nice to see asymmetrical multiplayer games. The classes are simple yet effective in this type of game. Each with their own abilities and weapons that assist your efforts to kill the player posing as a vicious and deadly beast. The combat is fast paced and extremely tense towards the later parts of the match but admittedly many players that currently play as the monster have adopted the, excuse my language, **** approach. I say this because it isn't very fun to spend 20 minutes running around a map looking for something that purposefully avoids a fight so it can hit stage 3 of the monster's evolution. It is understandable to avoid the hunters until stage 2 but once stage 2 has been achieved the monster is more than capable of surviving and possibly killing the enemy team. The lack of incentive to take the fight to the hunters is upsetting but once your opponent decides to attack the game becomes a satisfying battle of skill, coordination, and just a bit of luck.

    The graphics are great and the game runs well most of the time. There are some noticeable frame rate losses (ps4) that I've noticed but most likely will be fixed at some point. The music is sub par hut fits the sci fi style of the game and the environments are well detailed. This game has its fair share of annoying bugs that should have been halted at beta ie... fps stutter, game disconnects, characters becoming stuck, and ranks resetting but these are all fixable if the developer works fast enough.

    As it is right now i say the game is enjoyable and worth the money. One thing that I will stress, however, is to fully appreciate playing as a hunter you will want friends instead of randoms. This game is miserable in that regard which is why it isn't an 8/10 for me.

    Ultimately you should see some videos of letsplayers, or rent this game if you are skeptical but it is great fun when your team works well.    … Expand
  56. SWERY_51
    Feb 11, 2015
    2
    It's fun few hours, but honestly, i can't recommend it at this price. The content is kinda poor and the list of DLCs already available give me an headache. It should have been a F2P, that's a major disappointment.
  57. Ocosu
    Feb 11, 2015
    9
    As someone who actually bought the game and understands how they're going about DLC, let me just say this game was well worth the money in my opinion. It's fun and the different modes make for a nice get away from the traditional mode after thirty or so matches in a row. After simply taking a break or playing some of the other game modes, I was happy to come back to it. Each match playsAs someone who actually bought the game and understands how they're going about DLC, let me just say this game was well worth the money in my opinion. It's fun and the different modes make for a nice get away from the traditional mode after thirty or so matches in a row. After simply taking a break or playing some of the other game modes, I was happy to come back to it. Each match plays out differently and often requires you to actually consider going about your own play style differently from the previous match. It depends on their comp every time. I love that in a game. Some methods work better than others.

    DLC. The thing most of everyone is crying about. I'll start off by saying that you don't need to buy -anything- to enjoy the game's upcoming content. Even if you don't spend a single penny, the upcoming maps are free, the upcoming modes are free, and the thing that isn't free is actually playing the new monsters and characters. Get this though... You can still play alongside people who have the new characters and play against the new monsters! Yes, you can use them yourself, but you can at least play with the people who are playing as them. The DLC is optional and doesn't exclude you from anything except actually playing the upcoming characters.

    That said, the DLC content is pricey. So yes, that is a con in itself. The fact I'm not forced to buy it and can still play games that involve it though? That makes me happy... And again. Upcoming MAPS AND MODES ARE FREE. League of Legends is a good comparison. Even if you don't personally own the champions and skins, you still see them in game. Evolve works in the same manner.

    Overall? I'm happy with this game and while I can't say I'll be jumping on all of the DLC due to the price, it's nice to know it won't hinder my experience. I hope this was helpful for anyone who may of been on the fence about getting this game.

    I'd recommend it.    … Expand
  58. herget
    Feb 10, 2015
    9
    I've read most of the reviews for this game as of February 11th and most of them are rated "0". To me a 0 means the game is literally unplayable. My copy is not only playable, but very fun. I disagree with most of the negative reviews I have read. I think the graphics are up to par, its an original approach to multiplayer gaming, and I also believe the amount of content available from dayI've read most of the reviews for this game as of February 11th and most of them are rated "0". To me a 0 means the game is literally unplayable. My copy is not only playable, but very fun. I disagree with most of the negative reviews I have read. I think the graphics are up to par, its an original approach to multiplayer gaming, and I also believe the amount of content available from day one is adequate. If you dont want to pay extra money for DLC then dont. You can still play with people who do. I also disagree with the negative reviews arguing that gameplay is unbalanced. I have played with eight human characters and two monsters so far and have won and lost different ways and at different times. However, I do agree with the negative reviews that there is no story line and no campaign. Although I mostly buy video games for their compcompetitive multiplayer, I do enjoy playing campaign as well. I have shown some friends this game and they're all on my side, and the three of them ended up buying the game later in the day. I think if you want an intelligent and methodical multiplayer game, this is a good pick up. I am most likely going to buy some DLC too. $100 For me and 3-4 friends to have probably 100 hours of fun over the next year is totally worth it in my book.… Expand
  59. garciaj3056
    Feb 10, 2015
    10
    good game you cry about the dlc ....dont buy it that simple my rabid anti dlc keyboard warriors just relax and enjoy it for what it s its something new
  60. R7critical
    Feb 10, 2015
    5
    Evolve is MAYBE $20 bucks worth of game, asking full triple A game price of $60, and another $60 for DLC coming to a total of $120 is just insane.
    Don't buy this right now, just wait for them to release some bundled "Ultimate edition" on the cheap and pick it up then if you're really curious. It's a neat concept but they shot themselves in the foot by not just packaging the whole deal and    Evolve is MAYBE $20 bucks worth of game, asking full triple A game price of $60, and another $60 for DLC coming to a total of $120 is just insane.
    Don't buy this right now, just wait for them to release some bundled "Ultimate edition" on the cheap and pick it up then if you're really curious. It's a neat concept but they shot themselves in the foot by not just packaging the whole deal and selling it for $40 bucks out of the gate. If they hadn't been greedy about it they could have been the next big "must have" weird niche game.

    Sadly the game gets very formulaic, lay down some fake tracks, double back with sneak, go eat critters and avoid the dorksquad until you hit maximum level, then go smash the hunters or the generator.
    OR get stuck on the hunter team and quit because not being the monster is extra boring.    … Expand
  61. mmrventricle
    Feb 10, 2015
    7
    Evolve multiplayer is Extremely fun and unique if you have a team who know how to play. The hunter-hunted game is very intense and it is not quite like any other games. It is, however, true that this game is severely overpriced, with no campaign, only 15 playable characters (12 humans, 3 monsters) and not a lot of maps.
    I recommend picking this up after price drops - this game is really fun.
  62. murderboner
    Feb 10, 2015
    0
    A complete waste of time and money. Followed this game for how knows long. It's my own fault though. I'm done with multiplayer only games. Just like titanfall, all style, no substance. Obvious cash grab. Boring after an hour, and that's with friends. God only knows how frustrating the game will get when boosters and trolls and cheaters show up.

    Boycott this game. And every other douche    A complete waste of time and money. Followed this game for how knows long. It's my own fault though. I'm done with multiplayer only games. Just like titanfall, all style, no substance. Obvious cash grab. Boring after an hour, and that's with friends. God only knows how frustrating the game will get when boosters and trolls and cheaters show up.

    Boycott this game. And every other douche that pumps out boring cash grab multiplayer only games.

    Make a game. Make a story. Make something.    … Expand
  63. LunchKing
    Feb 10, 2015
    0
    Spoiler alert: this game sucks! I can't believe anyone bought this garbage. You all fell for it. And those of you convinced that you actually do like it, get back to me in a few days. Ttfn -lunch
  64. Omniversalman
    Feb 10, 2015
    0
    Not sure why the Metacritic score is so high, but this game gets boring fast. It's too simple and has no story. If you enjoy brainless shooter then you may get something out of the game, but even then likely only for an hour or two. And what is with all of the DLC! Damn, I feel ripped off! I bought it today, and will likely trade it tomorrow. Disappointing.
  65. Revenance
    Feb 10, 2015
    0
    Devolve of gaming. DLC is out of control and this needs to stop. You buy the game for 60 dollars and then need to spend even more money to enjoy the game to its fullest? what a joke
  66. lexgamer
    Feb 10, 2015
    0
    Ok, so the game is fun, aside from really requiring a group with headsets.

    All the DLC, monsters, hunters, skins plus an actual campaign, would be about enough content for a 60 dollar game, but as it is, you pay 60 for the game, 15 for one of the next monsters, I'd assume 15 for the 5th monster, 6.99 for each set of monster skins, and like, what was it, 3.99 for the weapons skins    Ok, so the game is fun, aside from really requiring a group with headsets.

    All the DLC, monsters, hunters, skins plus an actual campaign, would be about enough content for a 60 dollar game, but as it is, you pay 60 for the game, 15 for one of the next monsters, I'd assume 15 for the 5th monster, 6.99 for each set of monster skins, and like, what was it, 3.99 for the weapons skins (basically types of things normal games just have, being withheld on day one behind a pay wall), plus 25 bucks for the next 4 hunters, then i'd guess half that for the last 2 hunters. and THAT'S assuming you only buy all the bundles, it's more individually.

    Listed like that, you're looking at nearly 200 bucks for all the content that would maybe be worth 40-50, total joke.

    At least it's fun like I said, so if you already bought it like me, silver lining?    … Expand
  67. Prozzy747
    Feb 10, 2015
    9
    I've had my eye on this game for awhile and knew it would be good. I think what this game does right it does phenomenal, and the wrong is just meh. I think the music could be better and some of the gameplay, It feels slippery. The environments are beautiful and I was surprised at the amount of maps, because there are only 3 monsters. The custom game option is awsome, there are elements uI've had my eye on this game for awhile and knew it would be good. I think what this game does right it does phenomenal, and the wrong is just meh. I think the music could be better and some of the gameplay, It feels slippery. The environments are beautiful and I was surprised at the amount of maps, because there are only 3 monsters. The custom game option is awsome, there are elements u can add to the fight that make it favor the hunters or the monster. I was dissapointed in the amount of monsters, there should be more. I think the game is worth the money if you have some friends to play with, If you don't I think u should avoid this game until the community has grown and settled. This game is great and I enjoy it and could care less about the dlc and what other people have to say about it… Expand
  68. BadboyStelin
    Feb 10, 2015
    0
    This review will undoubtedly attract the wrath of some fanboys but with 30 years of gaming behind me, including most of the biggest titles released over that time on multiple formats, I feel qualified to speak my mind.

    Evolve is one of those games that I want to love. The idea is novel and I was hoping for so much from this game. In reality the game is a recipe for high blood pressure    This review will undoubtedly attract the wrath of some fanboys but with 30 years of gaming behind me, including most of the biggest titles released over that time on multiple formats, I feel qualified to speak my mind.

    Evolve is one of those games that I want to love. The idea is novel and I was hoping for so much from this game. In reality the game is a recipe for high blood pressure and/or self harm. It is totally unbalanced, especially if you want to play as the monster as I did. Four vs one should have been okay if the developers had taken appropriate steps to create an equal playing field. But alas that is not the case. If you have any interest in playing the monster, especially the first one you are lumbered with, the game becomes an absolute farce. Four hunters equipped with weapons and gadgets that can track you quickly, shoot you from a distance, drop hell-fire missiles on your immediate position, tie you to the spot with plasma chains, lay mines and throw up a dome plasma cage that traps you in a tight combat position, unable to escape, with those four hunters who can deploy all of those weapons against you, doing just that. Meanwhile you have no ability to regenerate health (other than by evolving - which you can't do under attack). You can attempt to regenerate armour by killing and eating wildlife, but you can't eat it when you are being shot.

    What can the monster do? Well you can throw a rock which does pretty much no damage at all to the four hunters. You can swipe them, rush at them, do a plunge style attack or breathe fire at them. None of which deals damage anywhere near fast enough to get rid of any of the hunters in time to save your health bar sufficiently to make the game fair or even reasonable. And guess what, once you've thrown a rock or spent one of your other pointless powers, there's an infuriating cool down period to be waited out before you can do it again. Even when are breathing fire, you can't dish out the standard slash style swipes at the same time. No sir, one at a time please and just wait your turn for the next go. Meanwhile, all four hunters continue to relentlessly bombard you with their myriad of weapons at the time time.

    And then there is the wildlife. When you are being attacked by the hunters, any creatures in the vicinity can have a pop at you as well. Very helpful and not in the least bit annoying.

    Playing as a hunter is easier than the monster, but is invariably more boring. Unless you and your buddies are all hooked up on mic's speaking to each other, forget any preconception that you will feel part of a team. You will wander about, looking for where the other team players are going and will follow like a little sheep until you come across some action (unless you have chosen the tracker and are lucky enough to have been chosen to play the tracker by the server - yes, you can't even play the character you actually want to play most of the time in multiplayer as only one of each character is permitted in the round at any one time, unlike COD for example where you can choose who you want to be, what perks you want to have and stick with that to gain expertise and skill with that character. None of that here sir, choose the monster and you might play the medic. Choose the assault class and you might end up playing the tracker.)

    Yes I prefer single player modes to multiplayer. But here both are as bad as each other. There is no forgiveness and nothing to tempt loyalty other than the grind of levelling up to achieve some extra perks or another monster to play with. Is it worth it though?

    This game is SO disappointing and frustrating on so many levels. The most prominent emotion I am left with after 8 hours of tedious play is, and I regret this yet it is true, utter disdain (I nearly said hatred) for the developers of this utter pile of tosh.

    Think very carefully before you part with your cash for this. I can not think of another game in my 30 years of gaming experience that is as unbalanced, as unfair or as enraging as this.    … Expand
  69. PixelBard
    Feb 10, 2015
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. To start off I am a gamer who generally gets bored/done with games within a month at max. If it's really solid and has A LOT of content, I can stick around and play for a month or so then I get burnt out.

    Secondly this opinion I am about to share is regarding roughly 3 or 4 hours played.

    Third, I am just downright awful at competitive games but what I am about to share shouldn't have any weigh on my opinion.

    So to start, I think the game is good. It comes off as well polished and detailed. The environments are fun and you can get absolutely lost in them. The characters are covered in little details even if the art style does feel a bit bland. The monsters are scary and radiate power.

    You are thrown into a tutorial to show you how to play as the Goliath and after that there are some rewards and you are shown incentive to perfect the tutorials then given the option to play a tutorial for the hunters or jump online. I proceeded to jump online and play my first skirmish game ( which is locked to hunt mode only from pick up play, this might be different with a party or friend invite only. ) The first game lasted roughly 10 minutes and ended with us, the hunters, victorious over the monsters. The second round, we conquered the beast in under 2 minutes. This became a bit of a back and forth for my next few hours. I tried the Evacuation mode, which puts you through all the games modes. Hunt, Nest, Rescue, and Defend. I might have overlooked a mode or two as again, fairly limited play time. This is where the two things that really rubbed me the wrong way with the game stood out. Some of the game modes just feel down right unfair. If the monster play is an extreme, either good or bad. The balance of power is very noticeable. I guess you would say play more and get better, but it just feels a bit more than that to me. This issue leads into some quirks I have with certain game modes. Nest and Rescue become, somewhat over challenging for an average player. Defend also can suffer a bit from this because it also sends in waves of minions ( which might not happen depending on how well you do in Evacuation in general ) that seem to tip the scales greatly.

    The games overall progression also feels a bit off. To unlock characters, skins, badges and other rewards you have to obtain proficiency with each characters weapon. When you do an overall certain amount of damage with it you gain its proficiency and a small boost to that weapon. Certain weapons feel harder to obtain that others because its harder to land damage or the overall incentive to use them is harder. One that sticks out to me is the supports orbital strike. Landing that thing accurately on a player controlled monster will end up being a nightmare for people like me.

    So to finalize, I think the game is good, and some will find immense value with it. I myself, regret the purchase. The carrots are on sticks that feel far too long and some imbalance issues don't really want to make me tough it out and earn them. Maybe in the long haul and some balance patches my overall opinion might change but right now. I wish I had saved the $60 bucks.    … Expand
  70. skittlz
    Feb 10, 2015
    9
    Playing games for over 20 years now, I feel its time to add some perspective.
    This game is very well constructed. Everything from the hunters to monsters feels well balanced. moving from 1st to 3rd person is nice and makes the experience/maps more dynamic with every play. The progression of characters has a sense of accomplishment without feeling too "grindy". Despite rumblings on what    Playing games for over 20 years now, I feel its time to add some perspective.
    This game is very well constructed. Everything from the hunters to monsters feels well balanced. moving from 1st to 3rd person is nice and makes the experience/maps more dynamic with every play. The progression of characters has a sense of accomplishment without feeling too "grindy". Despite rumblings on what this game lacks in story, it makes up for in gameplay. The 4 v 1 experience does not feel so much forced but rather needed. A group of hunters must defend a planet and its inhabitants from "monsters". The ability to set up a preference of which class/role you would like to play adds to the diversity of the games experience. With 12 hunters, 3 monsters, and 12 maps with multiple modes/modifiers this game actually pack quite a punch in terms of content compared to other games published lately, and not so much as a punch to the wallet. It might not hurt to mention that future DLC content will add to this.

    Graphics are not exactly top notch but that should never detract from the bottom line: "is the game fun?"
    My answer is yes, the 3GB patch on day one only helped the game with load times an matchmaking and should not be viewed as a problem but rather developers making the game better before you even play it. As far as the on-line/off-line options; offline, bots take on the roll of other characters that you can takeover with the touch of a button keeping single player as a somewhat standalone testing arena before you hop online and go PvP.

    The experience that Evolve offers is different and not for everyone, but it does seem like it deserves a look if you like PvP, first person shooters, or controlling a monster with the ability to wipe out an entire team of hunters. Hopefully none if this sways you from the game, I hope you enjoy it as much as I am.    … Expand
  71. Diebetes
    Feb 10, 2015
    5
    I was a little hesitant is getting this game when it came out, however I thought I'd give it a try. Unfortunately, this does not live up to the hype. The gameplay while it might be fun when you're in the thick of it, is too sporadic at times. It seems most of the time you're just wandering around following footprints rather then fighting the monster. That leads me to my next complaint,I was a little hesitant is getting this game when it came out, however I thought I'd give it a try. Unfortunately, this does not live up to the hype. The gameplay while it might be fun when you're in the thick of it, is too sporadic at times. It seems most of the time you're just wandering around following footprints rather then fighting the monster. That leads me to my next complaint, complete lack of teamwork from what I've seen. Unless the 4 members work together the monster just flattens one after the other over the course of the round. Most people who play this do not work well together. That really ruins the experience in my opinion. It would've been nice to have a more robust selection of weapons and equipment. You're characters seem to be stuck with the predetermined weapons they've been given. There again lies another problem, day one, MEANINGLESS DLC. Weapon skin packs for $6.99? Are you kidding me?!?! And not just one pack available, there's like 8. That should've been wrapped in with the game from the start, not something that could easily cost more then that game itself. There's no value whatsoever to the opening day DLC that's available.

    So, for me, the PROS--
    -Interesting take on the multiplayer FPS, not the normally see guy, kill guy, repeat.
    -Interesting weapons (except for the lack of variety)

    CONS--
    -Very, very, very repetitive gameplay. You play one match, you've seen the meat of this game.
    -No reason to play single player. There's no story. Unless you're like me and get sick of the lack of teamwork and want to level up your character (which you can only focus on really offline). Online you're forced to play classes you might not like.
    -Graphics probably could've been accomplished on PS3 and PS4 and look the same. Nothing too flashy here.
    -DLC. STOP WITH THE DAY ONE, USELESS DLC. It adds nothing to this game and only subtracts from your pocket. I could see $1.99 for a skin pack, but $6.99? That's just criminal. Unless your going to add real substance, please don't charge people to look a little different.

    Overall I guess I'm glad we're in the age of updates and such. I'd really like to enjoy this game more but so far it's falling flat of the hype and expectations. Had this come out before Left 4 Dead, then maybe you'd have something unique and special. So far this tries to repeat that success and it doesn't fit the bill. I'm just hoping over the next few months this game can do what the cover says in bold letters, Evolve. Hopefully they can alter it enough to make it live up to what everyone thought it was going to be.    … Expand
  72. SIlverspeed
    Feb 10, 2015
    9
    If you enjoy fast-paced arena battles, this game is for you. There is definitely teamwork involved, and if you're not the social type, you might have a hard time. A solid and fun game.
  73. willlerner
    Feb 10, 2015
    0
    It's a great game with 20$ of content being sold...for 80 euros. No. Just no. Day 1 DLC, dumb AI. This looks like a desperate last resort of the developers to cash out after they realized their game wasn't gonna last, or the suits above them forcing them to.
  74. Hudson
    Feb 10, 2015
    2
    No it actually sucks. By the time you reach either the monster or humans you are just spamming the same buttons... No skill, or thought put into the attack... You drop in and run forward and there is nothing else to do. The game is anemic on content, with little to no side jobs or thought put into interacting with the environment. The monster always sits and waits and the hunters alwaysNo it actually sucks. By the time you reach either the monster or humans you are just spamming the same buttons... No skill, or thought put into the attack... You drop in and run forward and there is nothing else to do. The game is anemic on content, with little to no side jobs or thought put into interacting with the environment. The monster always sits and waits and the hunters always just spam sprint and leave everyone else behind. Its 15 minutes of boredom followed by either an unbalanced monster kill or an insta death. The game sucks. End of story.

    It'd take an entire team of people working together perfectly and even then you die in four or five monster attacks. And he's faster than you. If anyone is even halfway decent as the monster then they win.

    And I played a few matches where it wasn't even a full lobby. So there were two AI hunters which weren't helpful at all against the monster.

    Everyone I know who had played it has pretty just strongly disliked it    … Expand
  75. Tubey
    Feb 10, 2015
    2
    Almost insane in it's design, marketing and execution. DLC: The Video Game (also known as Evolve) is a mediocre first person shooter (surprise surprise!) that brings nothing new to the genre other than lacklustre asymmetrical multiplayer and standard FPS shooting mechanics that are neither good or bad, just "meh".

    No suspense whatsoever, no anything actually. You don't care who you're    Almost insane in it's design, marketing and execution. DLC: The Video Game (also known as Evolve) is a mediocre first person shooter (surprise surprise!) that brings nothing new to the genre other than lacklustre asymmetrical multiplayer and standard FPS shooting mechanics that are neither good or bad, just "meh".

    No suspense whatsoever, no anything actually. You don't care who you're partnered with, you don't care about the skill development system which may as well have the word "mundane" plastered over the screen.

    This is Titanfall, Destiny and every other FPS you've ever played and obviously are bored with completely rolled into one, but with one key difference - you don't own the game. You don't. Oh, you bought it alright, you're probably thinking "yes I do, look, it's there!" - but no, you own, what, 5% of the game? 95%, at least, is locked behind DLC. You want this game in full? Be prepared to pay £150 or something over the next six months. Not that, as a sane person, you would, because it's mediocrity personified, but this is what 2K Games wants you to do. Want a shiny new skin over your character models? £5 PLEASE. Want a new gun or something? £10 PLEEEEEASE...

    This business practice will be what causes a gaming industry crash - it's a matter of time. Game companies are treating customers like braindead simpletons and it'll backfire obviously, as at some point people en masse will say "I'm not paying £50 for 5% of a game, especially a new IP that I have no idea about at all."

    The positives? Graphically it's alright, but not amazing. Voice acting isn't particularly awful, but who the hell cares, really, as this is a game that should be a free to play shooter on PC or through PSN or whatever that has microtransactions to buy if you've played the game and enjoyed it.

    WHY do game developers have an aversion to creating a quality game off the bat, full of content, then selling expansions and meaningful content if it's felt customers would go for it? The current practice of scummy companies like Ubisoft, EA and 2K are self-harming in the long term for short term gain, and they're too stupid to see it.

    Delighted to see gamers rejecting this crap and scoring it 5.2 at the time of review - but that's not low enough. Give the middle finger to these cretins and reject this nonsense, as your money deserves some god-damn effort from developers.    … Expand
  76. TheSmog
    Feb 10, 2015
    0
    This game gets old fast. Extremely repetitive and a shallow game for 60$. Don't waste your money, this game will cost less than a gourmet hamburger in a few months.
  77. Enforcer122
    Feb 10, 2015
    0
    Do game developers live in the real world these days? I have at max, 3 or 4 decent friends who are on my PSN. All of us, go to university, have lives, hobbies, jobs, families etc. When I do eventually get the chance to sit down and play a game for an extended period of time, which isn't often, the chances of all my friends being online at once for a long enough period to play a game likeDo game developers live in the real world these days? I have at max, 3 or 4 decent friends who are on my PSN. All of us, go to university, have lives, hobbies, jobs, families etc. When I do eventually get the chance to sit down and play a game for an extended period of time, which isn't often, the chances of all my friends being online at once for a long enough period to play a game like this is absolutely slim to none.

    This game is so absolutely multiplayer, that you can almost forget the idea of playing alone. Playing with strangers in a game like this just never works out. Soon as I played it, I realised the game was a shell. If you wanted what was inside the shell you'd have to pay money for DLC and microtransactions. How they think they can get away with that is beyond me and unacceptable. Terrible stuff.    … Expand
  78. RayRay1992
    Feb 10, 2015
    8
    Okay, so we have stupidly complementary reviews on here and ridiculously negative review.

    I rank this an 8, it is a really fun game, i've played it for around 3/4 hours now and i'm still having a blast, i've been playing solo as the monster alot as i'm waiting for my friend to get this game however even just playing my own, pitting my wits against a team of hunters is just so much fun,    Okay, so we have stupidly complementary reviews on here and ridiculously negative review.

    I rank this an 8, it is a really fun game, i've played it for around 3/4 hours now and i'm still having a blast, i've been playing solo as the monster alot as i'm waiting for my friend to get this game however even just playing my own, pitting my wits against a team of hunters is just so much fun, and i've won around 70% of the time.

    Evacuation mode is amazing 5 random game modes with modifiers and a tiny bit of story is my favorite part, there is plenty to unlock and to work towards, which is in my opinion a good thing but for others it won't be.

    And for people complaining about day 1 dlc its just skins, cosmetic stuff that you don't have to buy, its not pay to win or anything so just shut up complaining about it.    … Expand
  79. carlsagen
    Feb 10, 2015
    5
    What we essentially have here is the gaming industry (at almost every level) making a pretty good game, and then using a business model to turn gamers into money sheep. The gam3e itself is pretty fun, but gets old quick, sort of like Titanfall. There really isn't that much content and after 2 hours you would have seen everything the game has to offer.......except for the DLC that isWhat we essentially have here is the gaming industry (at almost every level) making a pretty good game, and then using a business model to turn gamers into money sheep. The gam3e itself is pretty fun, but gets old quick, sort of like Titanfall. There really isn't that much content and after 2 hours you would have seen everything the game has to offer.......except for the DLC that is already available. Yes that is right. Some are just cosmetic skins and future use of Monsters, but if day one already has some DLC, I am sure you know what to expect. Watch a youtube video and within five minutes you will get the gist of the game. Use special abilities of each character to hunt down a large powerful monster and then run or separate when he charges you. Also..please take the time to look at the people who rate these games a 10. These people made an account today or a week ago and have rated this one game....coincidence? C'mon. I know Metacritic is full of trolls and idiots, but some honest personal reviews are on here too. Please, for the love of gaming and all that used to be good, avoid buying this game so 2K and the rest of the fat white bastards that run gaming companies start to understand that we are not all 12 years old, willing to pay 60 dollars for DLC every six months.… Expand
  80. Spraragen88
    Feb 10, 2015
    1
    This isn't a game, it is a tech demo for the Xbox 360/PS3 (or that's what it looks and feels like)

    Do not buy if you want a story, do not buy if you want to play offline. Do not buy if you don't have 4-5 friends with mics to play with as playing with randoms without mics means you will never win. This game takes a lot of talking back and forth to get things right. The game itself is    This isn't a game, it is a tech demo for the Xbox 360/PS3 (or that's what it looks and feels like)

    Do not buy if you want a story, do not buy if you want to play offline. Do not buy if you don't have 4-5 friends with mics to play with as playing with randoms without mics means you will never win. This game takes a lot of talking back and forth to get things right.

    The game itself is bland. It isn't anything special. It was released in a beta form much like Halo The Master Chief Collection where there are still a ton of bugs and the online lets you connect to about 5 matches in 3 hours.

    It is another broken game released before reviews can be published which should tell you a lot.

    This game will be dead online the moment Battlefield hits the scene. Much like Titanfall, this online community will not be around in 6 months, let alone 3.    … Expand
  81. RATTY
    Feb 10, 2015
    9
    Evolve is a fresh new take on multiplayer pitting 4 players against a giant monster from the bowels of god knows where a good time is at had i will break down the final product of this game. First and for most alot of people seem to be confused about different thing about this game that i will clear up First this is not a Multiplayer only game it can be played offline without and internetEvolve is a fresh new take on multiplayer pitting 4 players against a giant monster from the bowels of god knows where a good time is at had i will break down the final product of this game. First and for most alot of people seem to be confused about different thing about this game that i will clear up First this is not a Multiplayer only game it can be played offline without and internet connection , the Wraith and third tier of hunters are not dlc they are in the game all you have to do to get them is to unlock them, and lastly all future Map and Modes DLC will be free as to not split the community.

    The game evolve has been one of the most orignal games I have seen in a long time and it pays off. out of the gate you are dropped into a harsh world where it is eat or be eaten you must choose to be the hunter or the monster and try to survive or kill the beast. This game offers 5 modes,Nest,Hunt,Rescue,Defend and Evacuation, 12 hunters 3 in each class Trapper,Medic,Assault and Support, i think 13 maps and 3 Monsters Goliath,Kraken and Wraith.

    I have spent a great amount of time on this game and in my honest opinion it is one of the most enjoyable games i have ever played. Each Role of hunters has a job on the team and a unique set of equipment to get it done. I will tell you right now this game will not hold your hand like a mom you must learn on your own to master it. Due to this some matches can be frustrating some players will not know what their role is and how do this the job right. To be better at every role i suggest practicing in single player and watching tutorial videos.

    The thrill of the hunt is great but the destruction mayhem of being the monster is oh so sweet as well. Playing as the monster can be just as challenging as being a hunter if you do not know what you are doing it could be the meat grinder for you, each monster has a different play style so find one that suit you and practice, The monster has different objectives in each mode as do the hunters, but you are a beast and its time to take the planet back.

    All in all for and brand new IP it is a fantastic game i would recommend it to anyone that wants a game that will last a long time. I will enjoy this game and i hope you do as well have a nice day    … Expand
  82. Euknowia
    Feb 10, 2015
    5
    - Generally, pending on player skill, most entertaining engagements are too frequently episodic which is particularly problematic b/c there is not much worthwhile combat filler during chase downtime. To me, finding the sweet spot b/w consistent action (in varying degrees) and fulfilling the objective was largely missed in most game modes.
    - Too many maps felt excessively familiar.    - Generally, pending on player skill, most entertaining engagements are too frequently episodic which is particularly problematic b/c there is not much worthwhile combat filler during chase downtime. To me, finding the sweet spot b/w consistent action (in varying degrees) and fulfilling the objective was largely missed in most game modes.
    - Too many maps felt excessively familiar. Traversing oppressive, monochromatic chasms grew tiresome.
    - Various bugs, glitches, and connectivity issues.
    - A.I. aptitude is sub par
    - Warranted public odium concerning microtransactions
    - After new game awe dissipated, gameplay overall felt repetitive and mundane.
    - Graphics are mediocre

    ** From my perspective the game lacked generic competitive fps depth to satisfy me, and although there were certainly fun moments, I'm hard pressed to agree the accumulative day one price is justified for such an unexceptional, multiplayer focused game.    … Expand
  83. hb1209
    Feb 10, 2015
    0
    Disney's Adventures of the Gummi Bears should be the name of the game and not Evolve.
    Its a comic game without a fear factor.
    imagine a game like the orignial "Predator" movie or "Predators", you're in the jungle and you do not know where it is and why, something is chasing you and hunting you. imagine the monster is invisible and you only can avoid it by reading foot prints and broken    Disney's Adventures of the Gummi Bears should be the name of the game and not Evolve.
    Its a comic game without a fear factor.
    imagine a game like the orignial "Predator" movie or "Predators", you're in the jungle and you do not know where it is and why, something is chasing you and hunting you.
    imagine the monster is invisible and you only can avoid it by reading foot prints and broken bushes, you need to be very close, because there is an hidden enemy out there. every 5 or 10 minutes he can be invisible and can kill one of your group.who will be the next? can you survive or hunt it down? that game would be amazing, but instead they created a comic game dlc milk the cow fest. for me its disney's adventures of the gummi bears because everyone is jumping and flying around, this game feels and plays really bad, there is no long term motivation.
    its not ultra bad that they created an alternative to a zombie survival (left for dead), but the long-term motivation can not be maintained without their dlc policy. if you dont buy dlcs maps and monster the game become really quick very boring, the gameplay isnt the best.
    please why didnt they just create another left for dead game or a nice hunt and stealth game like in the "predator" movie. matchmaking is bad aswell. for me evolve is a dissapointment.    … Expand
  84. Dal_ReviewedDat
    Feb 10, 2015
    9
    The first 1/4 of 2015 see's loads of new PS4 releases, and Evolve is one I've been anticipating for ages. As a huge fan of Left4Dead, I was hoping for much the same. It's not. The game is deeply more tactical, more exhilarating and certainly more fun.
    The lack of 1 player options is irrelevant when you have a PS+ membership and a love of gaming. I've not done much as the beasts so    The first 1/4 of 2015 see's loads of new PS4 releases, and Evolve is one I've been anticipating for ages. As a huge fan of Left4Dead, I was hoping for much the same. It's not. The game is deeply more tactical, more exhilarating and certainly more fun.
    The lack of 1 player options is irrelevant when you have a PS+ membership and a love of gaming. I've not done much as the beasts so far, its very challenging from what I have done, but as a hunter, it is simply the best FPS experience I've ever played.
    The devs have gone out n out to create a world of intrigue and danger, and scale that will blow you away. When a Goliath is charging towards you, the action left me speechless, my team mates all shouted commands and the community is already proving a significantly more sportsmanlike than that in CoD.

    I can't understand how anyone can rate this game Zero. It's been made to be a multiplayer FPS online, and I think it offers a much deeper and certainty more satisfying experience than that of CoD and from what I saw on the Hardline Beta this past week... honestly, if you're a fan of Left4Dead or FPSs and have been wondering if to buy this or not, don't hesitate. You won't regret it    … Expand
  85. JMEReviews
    Feb 10, 2015
    0
    They basically built upon a small game of cat and mouse, basically like left 4 dead, but not as original. There is no variety in the gameplay whatsoever. This is why you never pre-order games, or needlessly give the game top scores. The game is trash, and the developers need to know this if they are to avoid this problem in the future. Also DLC on day one is a no-no, you are just helpingThey basically built upon a small game of cat and mouse, basically like left 4 dead, but not as original. There is no variety in the gameplay whatsoever. This is why you never pre-order games, or needlessly give the game top scores. The game is trash, and the developers need to know this if they are to avoid this problem in the future. Also DLC on day one is a no-no, you are just helping them milk the cash cow.… Expand
  86. antikaratekid
    Feb 10, 2015
    10
    Be wary of these reviews. Rabid anti-DLC keyboard warriors have unnecessarily targetted Evolve. As far as the game goes, it looks amazing, plays great, and the characters are diverse. It never gets old because of all of the ways you can toy with opponents and strategize evading or hunting them. As far as the dlc drama goes, the expansion monsters and hunters are not necessary at all sinceBe wary of these reviews. Rabid anti-DLC keyboard warriors have unnecessarily targetted Evolve. As far as the game goes, it looks amazing, plays great, and the characters are diverse. It never gets old because of all of the ways you can toy with opponents and strategize evading or hunting them. As far as the dlc drama goes, the expansion monsters and hunters are not necessary at all since TRS makes sure everything is balanced to a 50% win rate. The prices are the same you'd pay for a map pack in other games only this time, a monster or a hunter changes the gameplay way more than a lousy map pack would and are worth it, but again not necessary. Also, all new maps and modes will be free as the dev has taking great care to ensuring the commmunity stays unfragmented.

    Going back to the game, once you cut through the lies fed by this angry internet mob, TRS is incredibly open about this amazing game that I have no doubt will keep me entertain for a long long time. I personally love playing the monster but all of the classes are so fun that I don't mind any role. It's for both the solo and team player in all of us. If you get tired of online, the solo play is AMAZING with very good bots.    … Expand
  87. DanteMasamune
    Feb 10, 2015
    5
    Game is too simple so you get bored quick for the INSANE amount of money you pay, also has day 1 DLC so if you want the full game you have to pay INSANE amounts of money. It's just not worth it unless you are rich.
  88. LeoVmajestic
    Feb 10, 2015
    0
    This game have so much dept in it! It might be tough for beginner but its the type of game where its hard to master but once you master it, its a lot of fun. This game is indeed very challenging against human player at first, but its also very satisfying when you manage to outsmart them, Great game overall !
  89. snowtiger65
    Feb 10, 2015
    5
    thought i'd give this a try, but got what i expected!. a game with no heart. distinctly average graphics and repetitive unrewarding gameplay. solo play is awful and multiplay is a long wait loading to run around and be bored. Totally overated idea
  90. VideoGamePlayer
    Feb 10, 2015
    6
    Load time to get into a multiplayer game is incredibly long. When you get into a multiplayer game you'll find your self surfing your smart phone or engaging into other activities while waiting for the game to load. When you die you have to wait two minutes to respawn, but it's even longer than 2 minutes if you count the time to play through the respawn animation (when you drop off the shipLoad time to get into a multiplayer game is incredibly long. When you get into a multiplayer game you'll find your self surfing your smart phone or engaging into other activities while waiting for the game to load. When you die you have to wait two minutes to respawn, but it's even longer than 2 minutes if you count the time to play through the respawn animation (when you drop off the ship into play). Graphics are better than the alpha (i missed the beta) but they are nothing to write home about and the colour palette is not diverse enough. Gameplay involves a lot of running around until you finally find the monster. Aiming with the guns feels like it could be tighter. Aiming with the monster is pretty bad, Game would of benefited from operating in first person view versus third person and it would have made it much more immerse. Characters are weird and dialogue is beyond stupid. Would have been better if game allowed character creation, but instead you have to pick from a handful of weirdo's and you unlock more weird characters with better powers as you progress. Game revolves around accumulating "Experience Points" to raise your characters level and unlocking stuff so be prepared to grind. And if you prefer one character class over another, well you actually never get to choose: the server chooses for you, which mean accumulating "Experience Points" for you favourite character class can be hard because sometimes the games makes you play as another character class or the Monster. If you have real life friends online and can all manage to get a copy and be online at the same time then it can make for a fun experience. I paid 40$ for my PS4 copy (pre-order deal) and I would recommend you wait until it drops to 40$ or lower before you buy it. Do not buy this full price, it's too repetitive, has painfully long load times in multiplayer, has average graphics, aiming is weak, lots of grinding, and DLC $$$!!!… Expand
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 46 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 30 out of 46
  2. Mixed: 16 out of 46
  3. Negative: 0 out of 46
  1. Playstation Official Magazine UK
    Apr 22, 2015
    70
    An online experience of wildly fluctuating highs and lows that demands a lot but explains little. [Apr 2015, p.89]
  2. Play UK
    Mar 31, 2015
    66
    With the right people on your side, Evolve can be a surprising blast. However, get lumped with utter idiots, or the shoddy AI, and it quickly becomes very, very frustrating. [Issue#254, p.66]
  3. Edge Magazine
    Mar 30, 2015
    60
    At launch, it feels neutered, and far too inconsistent to establish a lasting dominance on the multiplayer scene. [Apr 2015, p.110]
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