For Honor

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6.1

Mixed or average reviews- based on 1125 Ratings

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  1. NinerJonny
    Feb 14, 2017
    10
    As a kid playing with 'Britains Knights' and castles, I have been looking forward to something like this for many years. The medieval timeframe has always been my favorite subject for gaming and I have often thought about how a game like this could be made. There are other games that have come along such as Chivalry etc. but each left me wanting something more fluid. I was cautiouslyAs a kid playing with 'Britains Knights' and castles, I have been looking forward to something like this for many years. The medieval timeframe has always been my favorite subject for gaming and I have often thought about how a game like this could be made. There are other games that have come along such as Chivalry etc. but each left me wanting something more fluid. I was cautiously optimistic and I signed up for the beta. I put about 10 hours into the closed beta and another 10 into the open beta. While I was happy overall, I still was being cautious in looking forward to the complete game. Ubisoft...I hate you. This game is so addictive in so many ways. The single player campaign is good...the multiplayer is outstanding...and i usually hate multiplayer! I've been playing games since the mid 80's and this is the best medieval style 'fighting' I have experienced. If you have ever wanted to play a medieval based combat game, this is the one. On top of that, i have the option to turn down the gore, which is a great added bonus as I don't need to see all of that. I'm hoping for more single player based DLC, but wow, this really is a great game.… Expand
  2. Brotelho
    Feb 15, 2017
    10
    People are giving unfair scores on this incredible game!
    Just when I started complaining that games are becoming stale, here comes this gem of a game! People are complaining that the multiplayer is peer2peer yet go on about how great 1 vs 1 matches are. After sinking 12 hours into multiplayer, I have only seen ONE hickup!
    You can't only give this game an hour of your time and make    People are giving unfair scores on this incredible game!
    Just when I started complaining that games are becoming stale, here comes this gem of a game! People are complaining that the multiplayer is peer2peer yet go on about how great 1 vs 1 matches are. After sinking 12 hours into multiplayer, I have only seen ONE hickup!
    You can't only give this game an hour of your time and make judgement. It's NOT a hack and slash.
    Those who have had the honor to play Bushido Blade back in the day will instantly love this game. I've been waiting for a spiritual successor to Bushido Blade AND THIS IS IT!
    Giving it a 10 as people are putting 0's because of the idea of Peer2Peer networking or basing their judgments on the BETA or "The controls are clunky because I have the attention span of a goldfish". The controls are perfect, the networking is absolutely fine, and the gameplay is refreshing!    … Expand
  3. mehdi59k
    Feb 23, 2017
    10
    از همه لحاظ عالی بخصوص گیم پلی منحصر بفرد و داستان گیرا و موسیقی کلاسیک عالی که آدم را یاد نواهای باخ و بتهون و برامس می اندارد. بی شک این یک شاهکار کلاسیک در دنیای گیم است.
  4. iccmalta
    Feb 16, 2017
    10
    an amazing original game, very addictive and fun to play. online multiplayer is definitely the best feature though, there are a nice amount of online modes. the campaign whole short is interesting to play as well. all in all a great game!!
  5. damman
    Feb 17, 2017
    10
    Beware! If you got a lower IQ than 60 do not buy this game it takes skill and common sense to become good at this game. I love this game it's a relief that it's not a hack ans slash game. I can't list of the fun stuff but if you want to become a true warrior just play against the bots in practice mode and check out the youtube videos too it's a learning curve but once you get it you willBeware! If you got a lower IQ than 60 do not buy this game it takes skill and common sense to become good at this game. I love this game it's a relief that it's not a hack ans slash game. I can't list of the fun stuff but if you want to become a true warrior just play against the bots in practice mode and check out the youtube videos too it's a learning curve but once you get it you will give this game a 10/10. If you're dumb and love Call of duty type games where do not need a brain to play please do not pick up this game it's not for the stupid and slow thinkers.… Expand
  6. Necroshadow93
    Feb 15, 2017
    10
    Ok, this is stupid. Please read those NEGATIVE reviews and tell me they make any sense at all? They're rating the game without a single logic argument. Anyway, for those who are actually thinking about getting the game, the first thing you should know is that For Honor is a multiplayer game, mainly, but still offers a decent campaign.

    The combat here is absolutely flawless. Its    Ok, this is stupid. Please read those NEGATIVE reviews and tell me they make any sense at all? They're rating the game without a single logic argument. Anyway, for those who are actually thinking about getting the game, the first thing you should know is that For Honor is a multiplayer game, mainly, but still offers a decent campaign.

    The combat here is absolutely flawless. Its resemblance to Dark Souls is undeniable, which involves strategy, spacing, combos, perry, counters, and more (you can say it borrows from fighting games too). It has a deep and complex system that makes you pay attention to everything you do and prevents you -technically- to just spam one button. It offers 3 factions each with 4 warriors, so far. A balanced, a strong, an agile and a kinda hybrid class. All of them with a different playstyle. You choose your strategy. It has a lot of modes, including Dominion, Duels, Team DeathMatch, etc. It's an ideal game to play with friends.

    In conclusion, if you are looking for a deep, complex combat, in a game that is beautifully designed with outstanding graphics and has a lot of content and even a campaign , don't miss For Honor.

    9/10 BUT I'm giving a 10/10 for those mindless "reviewers" who gave this masterpiece a 0.    … Expand
  7. BoutThat_Action
    Feb 20, 2017
    10
    I bet the people who posted bad reviews for this game either haven't played it or just flat out suck at it. This game is great and definitely is a must buy. F**k these hater scrubs and buy For Honor, you wont regret it.
  8. ThiagoShadows
    Feb 14, 2017
    10
    The game is really AWESOME! The combats are so realistic, The heavy movement of the characters matches the context of the heavy armor, The only problem is the campaign, the characters are not charismatic, and you really do not care about the story or what's happening
  9. Bullbutt
    Feb 19, 2017
    10
    Medieval warfare meets Dark Souls.
    The result, an awesome & dynamic skill based PVP game, with RPG elements.
    Choose one out of 12 heroes and fight 1v1, 2v2 or 4v4 battles. Game is quite polished. Outside from occasional d/c or minor balance issues, game is definitely enjoyable in its current state. Mostly a multiplayer game. There's a story mode, but keep in mind this game is before    Medieval warfare meets Dark Souls.
    The result, an awesome & dynamic skill based PVP game, with RPG elements.
    Choose one out of 12 heroes and fight 1v1, 2v2 or 4v4 battles.

    Game is quite polished. Outside from occasional d/c or minor balance issues, game is definitely enjoyable in its current state. Mostly a multiplayer game. There's a story mode, but keep in mind this game is before all an online MP game. Having a blast learning the different classes & combos!    … Expand
  10. Matttappen
    Feb 17, 2017
    10
    Okay, honestly... People giving this game anything below a 6 are flat out over exaggerating and are most likely just upset because they aren't very good at the game. Yes, it takes some time to learn, but if you put in that time you'll be fine. There is no other game out on console like this right now, so it will take time to learn all the combos and techniques for each fighter/hero. PeopleOkay, honestly... People giving this game anything below a 6 are flat out over exaggerating and are most likely just upset because they aren't very good at the game. Yes, it takes some time to learn, but if you put in that time you'll be fine. There is no other game out on console like this right now, so it will take time to learn all the combos and techniques for each fighter/hero. People with gameplay issues... I honestly have not had even one, so maybe try upgrading your internet speed to over 256kbs per second before you complain about the game being "sluggish"... Overall, this is a great game that, in my opinion, should sit at about 7.7-8.3. I am giving this game a 10 on here to counter the ridiculous and idiotic people who give this game a 0.… Expand
  11. atrechi
    Feb 15, 2017
    10
    Awesome game. Great combat. Great graphics/ambience. Deep but forgiving multiplayer. Very skill based.
    It's probably going to get bigger with time and updates. awesome stuff.
  12. Mike_Zmeke
    Feb 19, 2017
    10
    Ubisoft make something really new in game industry, some kind of mix fighting+moba+sims. All crying about steel purchase it's some kind of childish. Hope they roll new path soon to fix network bugs.
  13. Gambit2412
    Feb 23, 2017
    10
    one of the best game i've played on PS4..its very unique and took some time to learn the combat mechanism..i can see why there are bad reviews..this game is all about skills..decisions,timing & reflex.. so ultimate button mashers will totally suck in this game..all their attacks will be block & their stamina will runs out..fighting games like SF or MK..you can abuse projectiles or buttonone of the best game i've played on PS4..its very unique and took some time to learn the combat mechanism..i can see why there are bad reviews..this game is all about skills..decisions,timing & reflex.. so ultimate button mashers will totally suck in this game..all their attacks will be block & their stamina will runs out..fighting games like SF or MK..you can abuse projectiles or button mashing all the time..but not in this game..at first i think this game is unbalanced where characters like Orochi & peacekeeper style of play..dodge&attack..but when i know we can parry those attack..i really like this games..not to mention the faction wars & orders to get you more xp & steel,appearance customization,gears upgrade..theres a lot to play for in this game..

    The map is pretty small is because its 4 vs 4..if its 32 vs 32 like BF1 then we can have bigger map..i think its pretty reasonable..plus its hard to chase fast runners like peacekeeper..so small map will balance the game pretty well..and also the seasonal climate variation in the maps is brilliant..i cant wait for next update when they add more maps & character

    LEARN THE GAME folks..no more button mashing & frankly theres no combo in this game..the only combo you will get is by throwing your opponent against the wall,that is sure hit..so be prepare all the time..theres always a chance your opponent will parry or dodge your attacks

    if theres one thing i would like to add in this game is to be able to type text messages.. on pc we can do that..but why not on ps4??    … Expand
  14. Argpatriot
    Feb 14, 2017
    10
    Game is totally perfect for its purpose ! Havent even touched the singleplayer campaing yet, cause all i wanna do is fight for honor ! gameplay is awesome, no fps drops. controls are perfect. pure skill game for those who like the challenge.
  15. pitirilorossi
    Feb 14, 2017
    10
    Viciante! Joguei sem parar no tempo que a beta foi lançada! Gostei muito do combate e da movimentação, espero que tenha um modo de historia bem feito, já que o online é sensacional!
  16. Shazmodeus
    Jun 25, 2018
    10
    The game in it`s current state is much better than on release. Characters got reworks, new maps and game modes added, new Marching fire upcoming. The connection issues are no longer present for most of the time. Whole new faction incoming in September... Give this game a chance now. It`s worth it.
  17. Rastaffxi
    Feb 22, 2017
    10
    I really hate ppl that troll in places like this... they are probably very bad at playing this because you need more skills than spraying your LMG and kill ppl by luck.
    Story is great and you get to play with many characters to check if you like them before unlocking them. That is very usefull because you can invest better your steel.
    PvP is awesome, gameplay is very different and    I really hate ppl that troll in places like this... they are probably very bad at playing this because you need more skills than spraying your LMG and kill ppl by luck.
    Story is great and you get to play with many characters to check if you like them before unlocking them. That is very usefull because you can invest better your steel.
    PvP is awesome, gameplay is very different and enjoyable... obviously there are players with huge skills that can kill you in seconds... but rather than rage and give the game a poor rating, keep playing and you will get better. Get used to the fighting styles of each character so you know how to beat them.
    I really recommend this game    … Expand
  18. KylarStern
    Mar 9, 2017
    10
    This was an excellent game. I beat the story on realistic and it was a very fun challenge. The story was bad, but this wasn't a story driven game. The multiplayer is still exciting after a month and it's just fun to outsmart your opponent. I don't like the p2p connection because I can't finish a match of dominion and everyone just throws guard breaks. Honestly this game is a 7.5 or 8This was an excellent game. I beat the story on realistic and it was a very fun challenge. The story was bad, but this wasn't a story driven game. The multiplayer is still exciting after a month and it's just fun to outsmart your opponent. I don't like the p2p connection because I can't finish a match of dominion and everyone just throws guard breaks. Honestly this game is a 7.5 or 8 out of ten but people with no critical thinking hate on it… Expand
  19. samadhi2016
    Feb 14, 2017
    10
    es un gran juego, donde destacan buenos graficos, jugabilidad correcta y sobre todo algo innovador, un juego que enriquece el catalogo de esta generacion y puede brindar cientos de horas de diversion
  20. Nareke
    Feb 14, 2017
    10
    For Honor!

    Игра мне сразу же понравилась с момента анонса.После ЗБТ я убедился,что эта игра будет хорошо работать на моем ПК и оправдала гемплейные и атмосферные ожидания.Игра куплена. Положительные стороны: -Хорошая оптимизация,особенно для слабых ПК -Три воюющих фракций(культур):Самураи,Викинги,Рыцари -В каждой фракции есть свой персонаж с уклоном на    For Honor!

    Игра мне сразу же понравилась с момента анонса.После ЗБТ я убедился,что эта игра будет хорошо работать на моем ПК и оправдала гемплейные и атмосферные ожидания.Игра куплена.

    Положительные стороны:
    -Хорошая оптимизация,особенно для слабых ПК
    -Три воюющих фракций(культур):Самураи,Викинги,Рыцари
    -В каждой фракции есть свой персонаж с уклоном на :атаку,защиту,проворность,гибридность
    -Каждый герой уникален по боевому стилю и ведению боя
    -Разнообразные комбинации атак и защит
    -Приятно радует возможность эффектных блоков,парирования и контратак
    -Боевая система проста в освоении(клавиатура или геймпад - это не имеет значения)
    -Сражайтесь в 4-х режимах:"Дуэль(1vs1)","Бойня (2vs2)","Захват территории(4vs4)","Уничтожение(4vs4)"
    -Игра передает атмосферу тех времен

    Отрицательные стороны:
    -Дорогая игра
    -Отсутствие масштабных сражений
    -Нету комадных заданий
    -Командные режимы включают в себя уничтожение противкиков из 5 ранудов и захват точек.Слишком банально.
    -Незначительные проблемы с нахождением игроков и серверами.

    Вывод:"For Honor" - это игра нового поколения.Вы не найдете более атмосферную и реализированую игру в данном жанре.В жанре файтинга на холодном оружии.
    Рекомендую!    … Expand
  21. JannePekka
    Feb 14, 2017
    10
    Game is totally perfect for its purpose ! Havent even touched the singleplayer campaing yet, cause all i wanna do is fight for honor ! gameplay is awesome, no fps drops. controls are perfect. pure skill game for those who like the challenge.
  22. Kouyou
    Mar 21, 2017
    10
    Thats a difficult one, but i try anyway.

    Visuals: - amazing animations - incredible detail and effect works - beautiful enviroments Fighting: Best sword fighting in a game ever created, only Nioh is getting close. Campaign: well .. ok'ish, not the focus of the game. Online play: Ah well, maybe this review might go down all to 0 soon. Reason? As much as i love it, as much    Thats a difficult one, but i try anyway.

    Visuals:
    - amazing animations
    - incredible detail and effect works
    - beautiful enviroments

    Fighting:
    Best sword fighting in a game ever created, only Nioh is getting close.

    Campaign: well .. ok'ish, not the focus of the game.

    Online play:
    Ah well, maybe this review might go down all to 0 soon.
    Reason?
    As much as i love it, as much the problems coming with it suck.
    Canceled games, connection hiccups, some smaller balancing issues - it is far from perfect.
    Worse though: Ubi Soft doesn't seem to care about it. And that really hurts. It really does.    … Expand
  23. Codab
    Feb 14, 2017
    10
    Since the first moment, I started to play to this game, the great graphics, sound and all the PVP are incredible. I had been played for honor around 3 days consecutive and I can not stop to play it, is addictive as hell.
  24. MrDoda
    Feb 15, 2017
    10
    OVERALL Super game... Which need a lot of Updates. (Its not bugged, but there are missing a lot of things that would make the game super-addictive) I MEAN YOU RANKED LADDER!!!

    The game is awesome, the combat is super... It isnt even that hard for a Dark Souls player.. Ppl JUST HAVE TO PLAY THE ADVANCED PRACTICE . ( The game won't tell you its here.. but you should find it and play it.    OVERALL Super game... Which need a lot of Updates. (Its not bugged, but there are missing a lot of things that would make the game super-addictive) I MEAN YOU RANKED LADDER!!!

    The game is awesome, the combat is super... It isnt even that hard for a Dark Souls player.. Ppl JUST HAVE TO PLAY THE ADVANCED PRACTICE . ( The game won't tell you its here.. but you should find it and play it. If you learn how to parry, you will be good to go for PvP ) Otherwise this game is super. There are few things that developers should add. Which is a RANKED LADDER System... With a divisions like in other games... I mean OMG WHY ITS NOT HERE ALREADY? Atleast for 1V1... Other thing is the menu is quite strange... And connecting to the next game you need to press atleast 4 buttons... I don 't see why there is not an option to "PLAY AGAIN" Like in any other arena multiplayer game...    … Expand
  25. kr1sh
    Feb 15, 2017
    10
    Amazing PvP game with an "Esport aim". Yes, this game is for competitive play, not just for those who wants to have instant fun out of the box. You should learn timings and numbers to win rounds here. As for me, this game is a mix of fighting and moba genres. It looks quite fresh and it will take the spot in hardcore PvP games lineup for sure.
  26. xRiz
    Feb 15, 2017
    10
    El juego es la polla, a los que no les gusta es por que mueren tantas veces que se olvidan del significado de su propia vida y vuelven al COD corriendo.
    El modo historia esta de puta madre (15 horas)
    Y la profundidad del juego es tal que te sumerges pa dentro que parece el mar oiste to infinito.
  27. JediWindstar
    Feb 15, 2017
    10
    This game is amazing for multiplayer. 1v1 and 2v2 are by far the best multiplayer modes and are the reason the game gets a 10 out of 10 for me. The game is not a hack and slash and it is not a button masher, so if you approach this game in that light then you probably are the person giving it a low rating because you never learned how to play the game properly and frankly you suck at itThis game is amazing for multiplayer. 1v1 and 2v2 are by far the best multiplayer modes and are the reason the game gets a 10 out of 10 for me. The game is not a hack and slash and it is not a button masher, so if you approach this game in that light then you probably are the person giving it a low rating because you never learned how to play the game properly and frankly you suck at it most likely due to your inability to learn. That is the one thing this game requires, a steep learning curve. Once you get how to play and adapt to it, I would say this is the best dueling sword game since jedi academy two generations ago. Lastly there are other modes which is 4v4 multiplayer and dominion multiplayer which is like dynasty warriors mixed with 4v4 multiplayer and capture the flag. The multiplayer experience is why you buy this game. I have played the single player and it is good. Reminds me of RYSE a little bit. It has a solid campaign and it is enjoyable, but the campaign isnt on the level of other single player campaigns. Some parts are of the campaign are phenomonel, but most i would say I would rate above average and very good. So for campaign I would give it an 8, but for multiplayer I would give it a 10++. All in all the developers did a great job. It is the most unique experience I have seen in a long time. I will see you all next time we cross swords! :-)… Expand
  28. Lovegreen31
    Feb 15, 2017
    10
    This game is a must buy. The negative reviews on here don't really make any sense and sound ignorant. Give the game a chance and keep playing. As you progress you unlock really cool gear and weapons and you have sooo many choices when it comes to customizations so you can have your player as unique as you want. The more you play, the better gear you unlock, and the higher the level yourThis game is a must buy. The negative reviews on here don't really make any sense and sound ignorant. Give the game a chance and keep playing. As you progress you unlock really cool gear and weapons and you have sooo many choices when it comes to customizations so you can have your player as unique as you want. The more you play, the better gear you unlock, and the higher the level your player is the stronger you become. The combat is awesome. It's precise and I haven't played anything like it before. You actually have to use skill and predict you opponents next move and vice versa. Just give it a try, watch some game play videos if you wanna get an idea but it's a 10 outa 10 just the multiplayer alone. The story adds to the greatness but multiplayer is where this game shines.… Expand
  29. DevilzRightHand
    Feb 15, 2017
    10
    Played the close beta - Loved it !
    Played the open beta - Loved it !
    Bought the game on release, Loving it 100%! I bought it for 33 euro and its worth every single penny. Tactical, Deep fighting, With no P2W what so ever and highly skill based MP. If ppl stop bying the Delux or Gold editions they wouldnt be pissed about the price and what they get. But kids these days rly want    Played the close beta - Loved it !
    Played the open beta - Loved it !
    Bought the game on release, Loving it 100%!

    I bought it for 33 euro and its worth every single penny.
    Tactical, Deep fighting, With no P2W what so ever and highly skill based MP.

    If ppl stop bying the Delux or Gold editions they wouldnt be pissed about the price and what they get.
    But kids these days rly want those cool emblems and smoke effects so they look cool in there twitch streams i guess so they pay 20euro extra. But then please stop whining like little pigs about the price ffs.

    The only - i can find about this game is the SP mode with a story i found a little lacking but maybe a DLC will fix that up.

    Overall this game is a 10/10 hands down !!    … Expand
  30. ReviewerPro
    Feb 16, 2017
    10
    La campaña esta excelente una gran historia que no es nada del otro mundo pero a mi me dejo con un buen sabor y se agradece por ofrecer un modo campaña a la altura. Y luego el multijugador que para mi es excelente. Es una gram innovación a lo que estamos acostumbrados y su sista de guerra de facciones es muy adictivo asi como los campeones todos muy diferentes entre si e igual deLa campaña esta excelente una gran historia que no es nada del otro mundo pero a mi me dejo con un buen sabor y se agradece por ofrecer un modo campaña a la altura. Y luego el multijugador que para mi es excelente. Es una gram innovación a lo que estamos acostumbrados y su sista de guerra de facciones es muy adictivo asi como los campeones todos muy diferentes entre si e igual de divertidos. Hay campeones para los mas "simples" y otros mucho mas "Hardcore" de dominar. Graficamente es una locura y el sistema de combate también funciona excelente. Logra introducirnos en una epoca medieval nunca vista hasta ahora. Seguimos con juegazos este año, este tampoco decepciona. Hasta la proxima!… Expand
  31. Lord_Sicarius
    Feb 16, 2017
    10
    For those who have given this game a bad rating, they are either impatient, incompetent, or just overall stink at competitive multiplayer. It gets aggravating in the beginning, yes. The learning curve for this game can be very irritating. What you have to account for, is that each and every character is COMPLETELY unique. They all have signature moves, though every single move is eitherFor those who have given this game a bad rating, they are either impatient, incompetent, or just overall stink at competitive multiplayer. It gets aggravating in the beginning, yes. The learning curve for this game can be very irritating. What you have to account for, is that each and every character is COMPLETELY unique. They all have signature moves, though every single move is either dodge-able or blockable. This game is about learning movesets, as well as how other players play their characters. Timing is everything, and if you can get that down then it is rewarding. This is easily one of the best PvP fighting games out there. It is well balanced, and the fight mechanics are AMAZING. It can very easily get intense. Please, take the time to watch tutorial videos online and practice while learning movesets, and you will enjoy this game. If they manage this game well enough, as well as put effort into making this game great for its playerbase, then it might be the overall top PvP game for the next few years. I see it even being a MLG Tournament game.

    The maps are aesthetically pleasing, as well as practical. You can use the environment to your advantage, which I highly suggest you do. The best way to play this game is to connect with other players and group up in a party so you have good communication going.

    The fight mechanics are simple. You use the right analog stick to change your stance, and you attack from these three stances; up, left, and right, as well as defend from these stances by matching your opponent. There are light and heavy attacks, as well as chain combinations that you can land, some which lead to unblockable attacks that can be dodged. You can also grab and throw, which is "X" on the Xbox One. Each character has a unique moveset, and a specialty. A Warden, for example, is a balanced class that can attack fairly quickly as well as block quickly; while dealing moderate damage. The Lawbringer, however, is a defensive player as well as disabler that relies on blocking and parrying to gain momentum on foes. He is incredibly slow, but has great defense potential and deals good damage. Each character has their specialty definitions by their names, as well as their difficulty in learning them.

    Pay attention to details. If you be patient, and take the time to learn the game, it is AMAZING. Most bad reviews are either about server errors (which will be worked on in the future), or complaints about the battle system. This DOES take skill. If you button mash, you will have a very quick and easy death. People who complain about the battle system are simply not patient enough to learn the movesets, and are not good enough to keep up with competitive players.    … Expand
  32. batuhanyel
    Feb 17, 2017
    10
    I don't know about the PC side of this game, but at ps4 the game is truly addictive and fulfils my graphics appetite. About the negative reviews; in my opinion this is an entire new game type, not like any other. I'm not saying that the game is 100/100 but I should give 90/100 for gameplay + graphics + gaming logic. This game is not bad just because you dont like medieval combat game type.
  33. javiernapoles
    Feb 17, 2017
    10
    I don't really get why people are giving such horrible reviews. This game is by far one of the best games Ubisoft has made. The game-play is awesome, the graphics are great and the game style is of the charts. I think the reason people are giving bad reviews is because the are really bad and don't have any skill. I played the Beta for about as long as i could and I was so hooked that evenI don't really get why people are giving such horrible reviews. This game is by far one of the best games Ubisoft has made. The game-play is awesome, the graphics are great and the game style is of the charts. I think the reason people are giving bad reviews is because the are really bad and don't have any skill. I played the Beta for about as long as i could and I was so hooked that even though am now in a tie economic situation i had to get it right away, I bi-leave Ubisoft have redeem themselves with this game and they will fix everything that needs to be fixed to honor the game.… Expand
  34. Labeebthefirst
    Feb 21, 2017
    10
    Truly revolutionary. I'm a fighting game enthusiast. My best friend is a battlefield / Dark souls fan. It is amazing that we are now playing the same game together, suiting both of our Genre prefences.

    For Honor (in my opinion) masters the art of Sword fighting. Every kill must be fought for. Must be earned. This game truly is different, no one fight is the same. The various    Truly revolutionary. I'm a fighting game enthusiast. My best friend is a battlefield / Dark souls fan. It is amazing that we are now playing the same game together, suiting both of our Genre prefences.

    For Honor (in my opinion) masters the art of Sword fighting. Every kill must be fought for. Must be earned.

    This game truly is different, no one fight is the same. The various characters allow for new experiences, and for the first time in my career of fighting games, everyone feels balanced. There will be online favorites, but there isnt a single character i've fought, where i felt like i couldnt beat with anyone if I was truly a smarter fighter.

    The various game modes talor to those who prefer small personal bouts street fighter style, or those who want to feel as if they were thrown in a midevil war zone battlefield 1 fashion.

    The complains about microtransactions are childish squeems from kids who dont have jobs. If you have time to grind like ever other game, then yes, you get everything. If your a busy person and would'nt mind spendng a few dollars beacuse you have a family and wife, then you win, ubisoft wins.
    Microtransactions are a good thing when done correctly. I have time to grind, so i grind, someone else may not. Think outside the box people.

    Are there some server issues. Yes. As with everyone new game that comes out. Its not bad enought to stop you from playing. Something easily patchable.

    I made an account and this review to rebuttle some of the childish 0's on this board. The game is easily my favorite game of the year, and easily my favorite fighting game and online game on ps4.

    I suggest everyone pics up the game, and play it.

    Points for -originality
    - fun
    -Gameplay    … Expand
  35. The_Vile_Vandal
    Nov 13, 2017
    10
    One of my favorite games of 2016! It is definitely fun to play with with friends and learning the each unique character is fun to get into. It is easy to find a character you will love to play as, fighting and defeating a tough opponent has never been so satisfying in a multiplayer game!
  36. Elcid566
    Jun 25, 2018
    10
    The game as of right now is amazaing! The server issues have mostly been fixed and tons of new content is added. And with the Marching Fire update coming. Its gonna be great! If you like fighting games with a really unique system thags easy to learn hard to master. Try this.
  37. guialencar
    Dec 13, 2018
    10
    I love this game. The combat goes well, the history is short, but very good, you play with a lot of warriors.
    The real problem, I think, is the time you wait for find a match in Online. Just it
  38. ReverseGod307
    Mar 19, 2019
    10
    This is still my favorite fighting game of all time. i enjoy this from every point of view i can look at it. this is a very personal comment. i love everything from the detailed and still streamlined character customization, from the diverse roster to the tight gameplay. i love almost every game mode, and the one i dont love i can still see why some do. It just became my joy to go home andThis is still my favorite fighting game of all time. i enjoy this from every point of view i can look at it. this is a very personal comment. i love everything from the detailed and still streamlined character customization, from the diverse roster to the tight gameplay. i love almost every game mode, and the one i dont love i can still see why some do. It just became my joy to go home and just hop in for a few duels or a long round of breach. I cant recommend it enough, just try it. it costs almost nothing now and you can unlock everything by playing, except for the arcade pve mode, but trust me. its worth it.… Expand
  39. Ruslan1327
    May 15, 2019
    10
    I liked the game. Got it from the PS+free games giveaway. Personally, I advise her to play. And if you're a hot-tempered player, your ass will burn!)
  40. 5150-Gonzo
    Apr 1, 2020
    10
    My favorite fighting game. Seriously fun too play. Has a big learning curve and horrendous U.I, besides that it's one of the most enjoyable and balanced PvP games on the market. There is absolutely nothing else on the market like For Honor except for maybe Chivalry.
  41. I-Ryoga-I
    Jan 18, 2021
    10
    Awesome game. I have played it for the past 4 years and I don't get tired of it. I just hope Ubisoft make a new for honor and I will be happy
  42. Lemochod
    Oct 12, 2020
    10
    This game is really good. Beautiful graphic. Its hard on first, but after you know how to parry etc. its good.
  43. Lycanblood21
    Nov 28, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game is the peak of competition when it comes to multiplayer videogames, it will leave you satisfied for years to come! This game has kept me involved for 5 years now and its my favorite online game ever. Pick your faction, samurai,viking or knights choose from 15+ characters! Keep this game alive!!!!!… Expand
  44. puchiandsonic
    Nov 10, 2022
    10
    Literally For Honor. The game is god, you must play it because it gets much higher and pulls up
  45. TRhaydar
    May 24, 2022
    10
    I really enjoyed playing this game. I'm still playing and I've never been bored. For honor my favorite online game.
  46. powL
    Feb 14, 2017
    9
    Pretty good game! While prices start at 38€...no season pass is needed for further content.

    To the gameplay itself: imho its the best brawler of its kind out there. And while duels are nice to compete and get more skill, the game itself shines in modes like domination. Classes are very different to play... and maps come in up to 6 different styles. This game is everything but "boring    Pretty good game! While prices start at 38€...no season pass is needed for further content.

    To the gameplay itself: imho its the best brawler of its kind out there. And while duels are nice to compete and get more skill, the game itself shines in modes like domination. Classes are very different to play... and maps come in up to 6 different styles. This game is everything but "boring and repetitive". You have to learn the maps, the classes, and especially your opponent. mindgames play a big role in here!

    And you will never ever master this game in a few hours. Not even a single class...    … Expand
  47. Darkresurrect
    Feb 19, 2017
    9
    An excellent eccentricity from Ubisoft Montreal, and I say eccentric because it deserves it. This game is wat Bushido Blade on his days back to ps one was all about strategic fighting. Besides that there's another department that shines at first sight Graphics, graphics in this game with the PS4 are freaking Beautiful and even more with the power of PS4 Pro. The campaign is a welcomeAn excellent eccentricity from Ubisoft Montreal, and I say eccentric because it deserves it. This game is wat Bushido Blade on his days back to ps one was all about strategic fighting. Besides that there's another department that shines at first sight Graphics, graphics in this game with the PS4 are freaking Beautiful and even more with the power of PS4 Pro. The campaign is a welcome addition and it's fun while it lasts. The only real downside of this game for now is the servers. Nothing else. Stops listening to stupid cry ass haters and give this game a try.… Expand
  48. Creovex
    Feb 23, 2017
    9
    Steep Learning Curve - No need to sugar coat it, to play others and even the bots, you will have to learn to play your specific class. Try them all and find out which you prefer and take them to Reputation 3 immediately.

    Incredibly Designed Levels - These maps are designed to make even the most skilled button smasher heed theirs surroundings. Gear System - Easiest enough to learn,    Steep Learning Curve - No need to sugar coat it, to play others and even the bots, you will have to learn to play your specific class. Try them all and find out which you prefer and take them to Reputation 3 immediately.

    Incredibly Designed Levels - These maps are designed to make even the most skilled button smasher heed theirs surroundings.

    Gear System - Easiest enough to learn, though their could be more information in game to help explain gear levels and each attribute functionality (Hint: YouTube has some quality gamers doing this since the game didn't)

    Competitive Style - The game really does drive those players who are spammers to lose quickly and often. Calculated moves and techniques will win over repetition in this game.    … Expand
  49. RealMuthaF
    Apr 14, 2017
    9
    Jesus, people only deal in absolutes nowadays. "Connection issues - 0/10, **** you Ubisoft" is basically every negative review in a nutshell.

    What these "reviews" fail to mention is that this game has a unique refreshing combat system allowing you to block and attack from multiple angles, pretty good balance (you can find people playing as every class, so no one is really underpowered.    Jesus, people only deal in absolutes nowadays. "Connection issues - 0/10, **** you Ubisoft" is basically every negative review in a nutshell.

    What these "reviews" fail to mention is that this game has a unique refreshing combat system allowing you to block and attack from multiple angles, pretty good balance (you can find people playing as every class, so no one is really underpowered. Whiners saying it's unbalanced just can't play for **** this game does take skill), good graphics and animations, and even a tutorial-style single-player campaign mode, despite the game focusing on multiplayer. What is more, the season pass only offers cosmetic junk and 1-week early access to characters everybody will still be able to play! This is, like, the least Ubisoft game made by Ubisoft ever.

    Now it is true that there are connection issues, but in my ~70 hours of play (for me, it's an awful lot for a multiplayer game) the first several weeks were actually fine. Things started getting worse when they rolled out some update (can't remember the number), after which every second match resulted in loss of connection. It is truly a shame, as otherwise it's a stellar multiplayer brawler/fighter which I'll probably get back to once they release the new characters and maps in May.    … Expand
  50. Landiien
    Feb 17, 2017
    9
    You won't find an experience like this anywhere else - this is the kind of new IP that breathes life into an industry stagnating with sequels and "me-too" titles that use the same genre formulas again and again with little in the way of innovation.

    Thrilling, well-polished, and addictive - For Honor is the thinking person's PvP game.
  51. khvivi
    Sep 9, 2018
    9
    Can be tricky to get into at first but definitely grows on you, amazing combat with a very nice variety of combatants to choose from, community seems for the most part, Honorable too which is a surprise
  52. GamerVipCL
    Feb 14, 2017
    9
    Excelente juego y una auténtica delicia táctica. Un brawler como no se veía hace muchísimo con toda la profundidad de combate de un juego de peleas. Para los que ponen mala nota y lloran por los enfrentamientos contra más de un peleador, entrenen! La guerra no es justa, jamás lo ha sido. Otro juegazo en este 2017.
  53. anti_lov
    Feb 16, 2017
    9
    If you are fan of games like Chivalry, Mount & Blade, and Dark Souls, this game is a no brainier for you. This is a game that ultimately comes down to skill, much like the games I mentioned, so if you are not willing to put in the practice, you will probably end up writing a confused and unhappy review like half of the ones I see here. To be clear, For Honor has a steep learning curve, butIf you are fan of games like Chivalry, Mount & Blade, and Dark Souls, this game is a no brainier for you. This is a game that ultimately comes down to skill, much like the games I mentioned, so if you are not willing to put in the practice, you will probably end up writing a confused and unhappy review like half of the ones I see here. To be clear, For Honor has a steep learning curve, but the skill ceiling is high enough to make the investment of your time and work well worth it.

    The melee combat plays like a dream, the victory going to the most skilled player. I get the impression most players leaving bad reviews never took the time to use one of the games many practice modes to actually learn the moveset of their class, Learn your class, practice, and you will be rewarded. A lot of players get discouraged by 2v1 situations, but the game uses a "revenge mode" that activates in your favor if you are getting ganged up on. This buffs your HP and increases you damage, and really can even of odds if used properly. I'm about 30 hours deep in playtime, and I'm finally at the point were 2v1 situations are manageable for me, but this just comes with PRACTICE which is not something many players are willing to invest. Their loss.

    For the dedicated player, For Honors combat is pure nirvana, and what fans of melee combat.    … Expand
  54. Basada
    Feb 18, 2017
    9
    People that complain just suck. It's a game that you have to devote time to "get good". Lots of people go in button mashing and get their asses handed to them and complain that "you have to memorize special moves". If you can't memorize a max of 3 bottom combos and timing then stop playing games altogether and do something simple like coloring. Oh wait you will **** about having to stayPeople that complain just suck. It's a game that you have to devote time to "get good". Lots of people go in button mashing and get their asses handed to them and complain that "you have to memorize special moves". If you can't memorize a max of 3 bottom combos and timing then stop playing games altogether and do something simple like coloring. Oh wait you will **** about having to stay in the lines too... Point is this is a great game and Ubisoft has a great track record of supporting and improving their multiplayer games. If intense combat that is simple to pick up but harder to master is for you GREAT, see you on the battlefield. The rest of you get the **** out … Expand
  55. pongkrit03
    Mar 12, 2018
    9
    This is my third revised review, I have to say I am quite surprised that the devs really did listen to gamer's voices. Now they have launch dedicated server and it works so well. They also keep fixing balance issue. It is not perfect yet but still much better than the original state. I have noticed the increase in number of new players. The game still continue to improve and it has greatThis is my third revised review, I have to say I am quite surprised that the devs really did listen to gamer's voices. Now they have launch dedicated server and it works so well. They also keep fixing balance issue. It is not perfect yet but still much better than the original state. I have noticed the increase in number of new players. The game still continue to improve and it has great potential. Ubisoft made a right choice by not abandoning this game.

    The only downside now is the steep learning curve that may push newbies away. Well it is a fighting game after all, I don't want complain. The weaks will leaves, the strongs will survive. 9/10 is a solid score for me Thank you devs for your hard work.

    PS.for new comers, don't listen to negative reviews in the past. The game is much better now    … Expand
  56. Beery
    Mar 16, 2017
    9
    I usually hate multiplayer games, but this one got me hooked. No more snipers taking you out from across the map, no more players able to move at lightning speed. Everything in this game is up-close and (mostly) as slow-moving as it is in real life, so those who dislike the ridiculousness of FPS games might actually enjoy it. And I suspect that's why most FPS fans don't seem to enjoy it.I usually hate multiplayer games, but this one got me hooked. No more snipers taking you out from across the map, no more players able to move at lightning speed. Everything in this game is up-close and (mostly) as slow-moving as it is in real life, so those who dislike the ridiculousness of FPS games might actually enjoy it. And I suspect that's why most FPS fans don't seem to enjoy it.

    The game has some drawbacks, especially in terms of the single player campaign. The biggest problem is that it's all online only, so if the servers are down, you can't even play the single player mode. Also, the single player campaign is half-baked, with a very lackluster and unimaginative story.

    My favorite mode is Dominion, which seems to be the main game mode: it is the only game mode that features both tactical and strategic play, and it rewards those players who are good at teamwork. It also tends to discourage ganking, as players who group together will tend to be open to losing control zones to those who implement a more flexible strategy.    … Expand
  57. GamingNinja
    Sep 23, 2017
    9
    Rewriting my Review,

    This game has been through alot and improved alot, and ubisoft is still doing more improvements, As much as I tried to hate on For Honor for it's faults, it's still one of my favorite games ever and spend over 300 hours. It's gameplay, animations, graphics and mechanics and phenomenal. The only bad things I can say about for honor is a lackluster Singleplayer Mode    Rewriting my Review,

    This game has been through alot and improved alot, and ubisoft is still doing more improvements, As much as I tried to hate on For Honor for it's faults, it's still one of my favorite games ever and spend over 300 hours. It's gameplay, animations, graphics and mechanics and phenomenal. The only bad things I can say about for honor is a lackluster Singleplayer Mode and buying stuff online with steel are way too expensive just so ubisoft can make more money with microtransaction.. Tsk Tsk Tsk.. Recommend for Melee fighting fans and hope more games will copy the great mechanics.    … Expand
  58. CriticalBen
    Feb 16, 2017
    9
    I am loving For Honor, It punishes over aggressiveness and careless spam attacking. The skill cap increases every day as the player base gets more attuned to the combat system. I had some problems with Open NAT in beta where i was constantly kicked matches, Since the official release i have not been kicked and still have a type 3. For Honor is a great time
  59. Hectik
    Feb 14, 2017
    9
    Just finished the 3 story campaigns on Hard and enjoyed it. The story is not enthralling but is handy for beginners to get a feel of the Art of War controls and maps without resulting to jumping on PvP which might give them a bad experience. FYI Apollyon, is a OP beast at the end and I'm dreading my next meeting with her on Realistic Mode.

    Didn't really spend much time on MP but did    Just finished the 3 story campaigns on Hard and enjoyed it. The story is not enthralling but is handy for beginners to get a feel of the Art of War controls and maps without resulting to jumping on PvP which might give them a bad experience. FYI Apollyon, is a OP beast at the end and I'm dreading my next meeting with her on Realistic Mode.

    Didn't really spend much time on MP but did come first on my first game of Elimination (I had some experience playing the Closed and Open Betas).

    The one reason that I wrote this review apart from thoroughly enjoying this game is to correct the 0s and low scores this game is getting.

    1st off it is not repetitive, I sure hope the ppl saying this aren't playing Overwatch cos that's fkn repetitive and doesn't even HAVE a Single Story campaign.

    2nd is a constant internet connection, we live in an age of technology so don't give it a fkn 0 just because you have **** internet. It's written on the front cover, Game Stop / EB games are obligated to tell you about it so don't have a whinge and get your self a decent ISP.

    3rd is the balancing. It's still early days and I'm sure Ubisoft will release updates to tweak some heroes but so far I found it to be OK. I get the odd messages as I use the Viking Raider as my main and they b i t c h about me pushing them off the cliff. Here's a tip, don't hang around a bridge edge when fighting a Raider, you're gonna have a bad time. P.S Git Gud. There are heroes to counter heroes, button mashers can go home and stick to Dynasty Warriors because you'll get totally wrecked in this game.

    Can't wait for the DLC to come, think I'll wait til that Season pass drops for me to purchase (if they) do as I heard they will be releasing 6 more heroes. Only good things ahead and improvements as well. Go team Viking!!    … Expand
  60. DMcGee2288
    Feb 14, 2017
    9
    I played the closed alpha, open beta, and now I've played the full game as of midnight. The game is great!I'd say a 9/10 (more like an 8.6 or 8.7, but I'm rounding up). The gameplay is fantastic. So far, I've played all of the multiplayer modes that are available. I have not yet touched the campaign, in fear that many will get ahead of me in multiplayer as far as level and prestige. ThereI played the closed alpha, open beta, and now I've played the full game as of midnight. The game is great!I'd say a 9/10 (more like an 8.6 or 8.7, but I'm rounding up). The gameplay is fantastic. So far, I've played all of the multiplayer modes that are available. I have not yet touched the campaign, in fear that many will get ahead of me in multiplayer as far as level and prestige. There are four game modes and you can choose to play against players of AI. I would highly recommend it.

    I will say this, the closed alpha, in terms of balance and gear attributes/specs, was the best out of the three. It's annoying that my blade dictates my defensive stats. Why would the blade of my warrior indicate how much damage he takes when he is hit? On the closed alpha, it was the breast piece, the chest mantle that dictated defense.    … Expand
  61. abbe44
    Feb 28, 2017
    9
    yeah i know there are issues but the gameplay is soo addicting that it doesnt matter to me
    and it seems that lately ubisoft has listened to the community so there is hope that the online issues will be better
  62. drjimmybrungus
    Feb 19, 2017
    9
    For honor is an amazing competitive game and the most unique i've seen in years
    +most solid competitive hack and slash mechanics i've ever seen.
    +Challenging, seemingly monstrously high skill ceiling +every character feels incredibly unique +Best competitive ai i've seen in over a decade +cool customization and rpg elements +two very solid game modes (dual and dominion) +chivalry    For honor is an amazing competitive game and the most unique i've seen in years
    +most solid competitive hack and slash mechanics i've ever seen.
    +Challenging, seemingly monstrously high skill ceiling
    +every character feels incredibly unique
    +Best competitive ai i've seen in over a decade
    +cool customization and rpg elements
    +two very solid game modes (dual and dominion)
    +chivalry meets mortal kombat meets overwatch
    .
    - campaigns very nice for what it is, but i find it lame af that in 18 levels you only get to play 8/12 characters, it's also on the short side
    - could use more game modes, particularly objective based one's or ffa
    - would be funner with more than 4v4 possibly    … Expand
  63. amacgames
    Feb 14, 2017
    9
    Rewarding and satisfying melee combat system with several notably different characters to choose from. The game modes vary from 1v1 duels to 4v4 battles, and a fun objective based battle mode. Worth the effort to learn the gameplay system, when it clicks it's tremendously enjoyable.
  64. Kourkoubas
    Feb 14, 2017
    9
    This is one of the most addictive and original games i have ever played . It reminds me something between Die By The Sword and Bushido Blade.

    The graphics and the animation are top notch ! i have played the closed beta , the open beta and now the game and i have never faced any lag problems and i live in greece , a country that its not renowned for the high ISP speeds. The game    This is one of the most addictive and original games i have ever played . It reminds me something between Die By The Sword and Bushido Blade.

    The graphics and the animation are top notch !

    i have played the closed beta , the open beta and now the game and i have never faced any lag problems and i live in greece , a country that its not renowned for the high ISP speeds.

    The game is not only about levels and gear . That is the one i love the most about it .
    In order to win you must know your character , its capabilities and you must have a strategic thinking . So a low level player who knows the character he is playing and have brains can easily kill a higher level player who is just a experience farmer.

    The controls are not very easy and you must spend time and have patience in order to become familiar . When i first played it for 3-4 hours in the closed beta i was determined to leave it aside but a friend insisted that i should try a lot 1VS1 with bots in order to become familiar with the controls . thats IT ! after 12-14 duels i was deeply in love with the game .

    The campaign part is nice - no something awesome - and reminds me part o Dynasty Warriors while it tries to make you familiar with the different heroes and faction. The main part is the multiplayer game of course.

    I can understand that people who are not into medieval and fighting games wont find For Honor attractive . But you must not change it as a Single Player action or Rpg game. This is a multiplayer game which is based in close combat medieval fighting . Thats the job and its doing it great with no lag , a lot of character customisation and tons of fan if you have some friends to play with.    … Expand
  65. ReviewKing
    Feb 14, 2017
    9
    First off, what a breath of fresh air this game brings. Different from almost all the games that came out on the PS4 since launch, For Honor already sets himself as a must play game this generation.

    MULTIPLAYER FEELS COMPLETE -4 choices of game types (with more coming soon) -12 characters to choose from -Each characters with their own progression system and unlocks -Huge    First off, what a breath of fresh air this game brings. Different from almost all the games that came out on the PS4 since launch, For Honor already sets himself as a must play game this generation.

    MULTIPLAYER FEELS COMPLETE
    -4 choices of game types (with more coming soon)
    -12 characters to choose from
    -Each characters with their own progression system and unlocks
    -Huge territorial between each factions
    -Incoming updates with ranked playlist and tournament mode
    -Also 2 new characters to be added each season (4 seasons per year)

    STORY
    -Cool story
    -Rather short depending of the difficulty level
    -3 chapter (1 for each class)
    -Progession system in the story mode

    OVERALL
    -Fun and different game with a good progression and combat system that gonna make you keep playing.
    -TONS of customisation
    -Good community
    -Complete package out of the box with even more FREE content coming later this year
    -A MUST PLAY GAME.

    ReviewKing gives this game a 9 out of 10    … Expand
  66. Gemidrg
    Feb 14, 2017
    9
    This Game is amazing however it's definitely not for everyone. I wouldn't say this game is like dark souls, but if you get angry at that game, you'll probably get mad while playing For Honor. There's a steep learning curve but once you get it, you'll be executing Knights, Vikings, and Samurai with ease. There's lots of videos on combat and on the basic and advanced moves for eachThis Game is amazing however it's definitely not for everyone. I wouldn't say this game is like dark souls, but if you get angry at that game, you'll probably get mad while playing For Honor. There's a steep learning curve but once you get it, you'll be executing Knights, Vikings, and Samurai with ease. There's lots of videos on combat and on the basic and advanced moves for each character. I'd recommend playing everyone at least once, and then choosing your favorite to focus on and level up. It's also beneficial to practice blocking and attacking if you have a friend in custom match. You can change the settings so that you both receive ieve less damage so that you can practice longer without dying. Also save your steel on scavenging gear till you at least get to Reputation 1. The rarity of the items you get from the chest depends on each characters level so buying them early for level 1 gear is just a waste. Story mode isn't very deep but can be a fun break from multiplayer. It can be coop as well so you can play with a friend. There are some issues with the game though, which are the currency and connection. Currency in the form of Steel can be bought with with real money which then can be used to buy a range of things, but the main issues come from maxing out your characters feats with some steel and things that give an extreme unfair advantage. For the connection issues, I would say if you ever played Rainbow 6 Siege then you'll be used to connection problems. Sometimes you'll connect to a game within 30 seconds, others times minutes will go by without a single teammate. Perhaps this will get better in time, but when the game does connect it's very fun. Although people will complain that enemies will run away instead of fighting to the death when their losing, that's just part of warfare. That's a strategy you should be aware of that they might use, and should try to corner them into a wall to cut off their escape. There's a counter to everything in this game if you just have the patience to learn it. If you enjoy highly skill and competitive based game, that takes a little bit of work to get, but has a high payout then I'd highly recommend For Honor.… Expand
  67. guerrios
    Feb 15, 2017
    9
    Lets be frank the For Honor is focused on Multi-player. The campaign is more like a tutorial to play the multiplayer than a true solo experience.
    If you like solo casual knights and swords games this one is not for you, you can go play Mount & Blade for example.
    The gameplay is fantastic due to its innovative combat system which is easy to understand but hard to master completely and    Lets be frank the For Honor is focused on Multi-player. The campaign is more like a tutorial to play the multiplayer than a true solo experience.
    If you like solo casual knights and swords games this one is not for you, you can go play Mount & Blade for example.

    The gameplay is fantastic due to its innovative combat system which is easy to understand but hard to master completely and that is the base of every great e-sport game.

    The 4 vs 4 multiplayer modes are more like Hack n slash games while the 1 vs 1 is a complete different game fitted for e-sport.

    To sum up, I'd say if you are a competitive gamer it is a really good game. For most casual multi-player players, it is also a really fun and refreshing game in all of the modes. But once again, if you are a solo gamer interested in campaigns it's not a game for you.    … Expand
  68. Chubbywan
    Feb 15, 2017
    9
    GFX 10/10
    Sound 8/10
    Gameplay 8.5/10 Content 6/10 Tutorial 9/10 Learning curve STEEP Overall 8.3/10 Tactical and Strategic sword based combat. Hack and Slasher button mashers Beware..... The game itself is beautiful. Has weather effects. Runs at near steady 60FPS on extreme( i'm on PC ). There is a steep learning curve in this game. I    GFX 10/10
    Sound 8/10
    Gameplay 8.5/10
    Content 6/10
    Tutorial 9/10
    Learning curve STEEP

    Overall 8.3/10

    Tactical and Strategic sword based combat. Hack and Slasher button mashers Beware.....

    The game itself is beautiful. Has weather effects. Runs at near steady 60FPS on extreme( i'm on PC ). There is a steep learning curve in this game. I would say based on me and my friends playing Alpha/Beta/Release that 5 to 10 hours is needed and all the practice videos should be watched.

    Content is severely lacking currently. The campaign while neat, is a glorified and really well done spin on the standard Tutorial.

    Please understand, as I am reading so many negative reviews, that this is NOT a button masher. This is pure calculated combat. Is there ganking??? Yes but it isn't effective because 4v1 means 3 others are capturing points.

    Once the community settles, this will be a great e sport game.    … Expand
  69. aWHOLEnotherguy
    Feb 15, 2017
    9
    This gem (Internet providing) is a **** great fresh take on combat. Glad ubisoft actually took a risk and it hit home!

    One of the major issues people will face is stagnation and internet limitations. Stagnation can come in the form of repetitive outcomes and just out right repetition. if you don't like human to human combat this is not a game for you. For Honor's meat is PVP everything    This gem (Internet providing) is a **** great fresh take on combat. Glad ubisoft actually took a risk and it hit home!

    One of the major issues people will face is stagnation and internet limitations. Stagnation can come in the form of repetitive outcomes and just out right repetition. if you don't like human to human combat this is not a game for you. For Honor's meat is PVP everything everything else is secondary.

    Internet limitations are pretty self explanatory. Forward those ports and don't look back! you'll need it. Lag can really really ruin the experience.    … Expand
  70. Crimsntyd
    Feb 15, 2017
    9
    Great melee combat system that keeps you on your toes, decent story. I haven't even played multiplayer yet, and already love this game. Get it. Now.
  71. Leonsdark
    Feb 16, 2017
    9
    i have put 16 hours in the game and 21 in the beta and i really enjoy the game the mechanics art of battle is great i play Orochi so i don't have it easy if the enemy knows my moves but i'll get back to that soon but the thing is with assassins "Orochi,Berserker and Peacekeeper" they only hold up their guard for so long i think it's 1.5 sec but that makes everything much harder but at thei have put 16 hours in the game and 21 in the beta and i really enjoy the game the mechanics art of battle is great i play Orochi so i don't have it easy if the enemy knows my moves but i'll get back to that soon but the thing is with assassins "Orochi,Berserker and Peacekeeper" they only hold up their guard for so long i think it's 1.5 sec but that makes everything much harder but at the same time easier so now i have last had my guard up and i can Engage with a heavy attack where i step back and hit them from above i rarely se that it fails. or i could dash back and hit them from the right (my perspective i would hit there left arm or leg and that's just right on attack with the guard up and i didn't even say them all but i hope you see with these assassins you will OP if you can play it right but if you play against a very skilled and one that knows how to counter well let me tell you you are F*ck so its has a really high skill ceiling. the game is great the gameplay is awesome BUT there is 12 heros 14 maps but 60 in all if we count now it's night now it's day then no 14 that's not a lot but it looks like it will get the same support as Raibow6siege( or something very close like that) but the maps aren't that innovative… Expand
  72. ParentCritic
    Feb 17, 2017
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. So far, this looks like a game with very high potential. The one thing that I noticed that troubled me was the rating. Being rated M seems a little excessive. The only real gore comes from the blood when you are hit and the "executions". The worst of these being an inferred decapitation for the Orochi character. Other than that, there is obviously the constant fighting in the game, but nothing really unreasonable. Me and my wife got it for my 13 year old on the 15th and he seems to love it. Of course, I played it first because he is 13 and the game is rated M, but from what I played it is basically rated T. It is a game that keeps the player active and aware at all times and actually requires some skill and strategy. Just make sure if you are a parent, and your kid plays the Orochi character, do not let them use the decapitation. It's nothing major, but you definitely know what is happening. 9/10… Expand
  73. Blacklightbulb
    Feb 17, 2017
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. 이 게임은 정말 재미있다.
    상당하게 유비소프트의 역작이라고 할 수 있을정도로
    전작들에서 갉아먹었던 유비소프트의 명성을 다시 살릴 수 있을정도로
    밸런스도 말이 많지만 4vs4에 맞춰졌다는걸 감안하면 생각보다 잘 짜여진 벨런스까지
    하지만 모든 장점을 서버가 덮어버린다.
    툭하면 멈추는 클라이언트부터 시작해서 매치도중 튕기는 현상까지
    클로즈베타부터 오픈베타까지 이여져 온 문제를 아직까지도 해결하지 못한셈
    이점은 질타받아야 마땅하다고 생각한다.
    어서 빨리 제발 서버문제만 해결되었으면..    … Expand
  74. perrykgreene
    Feb 19, 2017
    9
    Great fresh game, Has the FPS feel with swords as promised. I dont know if its only temporary but the fact they let me play online without PLUS was a breath of fresh air.
  75. uberr2000
    Feb 24, 2017
    9
    I think this game is for hardcore gamer that's why some people give it a negative reviews. This game is prefect. The gameplay system is fresh and i never play before. like street fighter ,king of fighter....etc fighting game . you have keep practice for the pursuit of a higher level.i'd say 8/10 if they fix network problem i will give 10/10
  76. youngy83
    Mar 7, 2017
    9
    I love this game!

    I was a closed and open beta player and i pre ordered it straight away. The mechanics of the game are amazing and although can be frustrating it is overall very responsive and makes you feel a part of the action. The graphics are also brilliant (running a ps4 pro on a 4k HDR tv) no lag in the graphics and it always feels crisp. The only down side as i am sure    I love this game!

    I was a closed and open beta player and i pre ordered it straight away.

    The mechanics of the game are amazing and although can be frustrating it is overall very responsive and makes you feel a part of the action. The graphics are also brilliant (running a ps4 pro on a 4k HDR tv) no lag in the graphics and it always feels crisp.

    The only down side as i am sure everyone is aware is the Ubisoft have saved themselves some money on servers making the game more frustrating than it needs to be, you can not stay in a lobby and play game after game as you will keep being kicked due to lack of players and that does also happen mid game leading me to stop playing due to game rage.

    But take that away and i would give it a 10/10 and i have already talked several people into buying it and playing it. If Ubisoft would admit their mistake they could make this a franchise along with the likes of Call of duty and destiny as i would be buying the updates and yearly game for the foreseeable future.    … Expand
  77. nramthun
    Mar 9, 2017
    9
    This game has a free style of Skyrim, with fighting feel of Mortal Kombat, and Multiplayer feel of gears of war or Halo. Its' fresh strategy fighting style allows for thought and intuition, along with careful consideration on play style, allowing users to choose the style that suits them the best. My favorite types of matches are Dominion and Skirmish, allowing users to play with friendsThis game has a free style of Skyrim, with fighting feel of Mortal Kombat, and Multiplayer feel of gears of war or Halo. Its' fresh strategy fighting style allows for thought and intuition, along with careful consideration on play style, allowing users to choose the style that suits them the best. My favorite types of matches are Dominion and Skirmish, allowing users to play with friends and strategize a victory.
    My only concern is P2P issues every once in a while, making it hard to play games occasionally and the campaign being a glorified tutorial with just enough to make you wanna finish it.
    The fun outweighs the flaws. For that I give it a 9!    … Expand
  78. Nullity
    Mar 13, 2017
    9
    -Microtransactions are a non issue. All purchases are cosmetic, or get you equipment that have tradeoffs. There isn't a single stat effecting item in the game that doesn't also negatively impact another category.

    -Peer to peer isn't broken. Occasional disconnects happen, as with the occasional 2-4 second pause in play, but I haven't experienced any netcode/tracking errors nor any    -Microtransactions are a non issue. All purchases are cosmetic, or get you equipment that have tradeoffs. There isn't a single stat effecting item in the game that doesn't also negatively impact another category.

    -Peer to peer isn't broken. Occasional disconnects happen, as with the occasional 2-4 second pause in play, but I haven't experienced any netcode/tracking errors nor any advantages granted to the host of the game.

    -Gameplay isn't repetitive, but deeply engrossing. Some see this game as having a tri-directional block and two types of attacks, when the game at its heart has about 10 unique combos per character, 12 feats per character many of which are unique to them, and a total of 12 characters. Not to mention you have grabs, guard blocks, charges, throws, unique character traits such as not being able to stay in a block, or being able to attack whilst evading, and you have yourself a game with a high skill cap.

    All of this to say it isn't perfect, but it certainly isn't deserving of a 0. I think the average it's gotten of about 80 is accurate. The single player falls flat, the menu navigation is necessarily over complicated, and not enough is done to guide new players into combat during the game. Sure, you have advance tutorials in the menus, but as with most high skill cap games, a good deal of learning should be done whilst actually playing, something that For Honor under delivers on. Most of the time, if you're beaten, you have no idea why or how to change up your strategy short of accidentally stumbling on something.

    Overall I'd rate it an 8.5 for myself, as I'm a fan of these types of games. The use of environment makes for interesting show downs, with nimbler characters (if they're smart) drawing enemies to open ground whereas slower ones might opt for choke points. Some classes have distinct disadvantages against others, but the use of environment balances things out, which I think is a nice touch. Overall, if you're the type of gamer comfortable with failing, into competitive combat, and enjoy high risk-high reward plays, this is the game for you.    … Expand
  79. keyhouse
    Jun 14, 2017
    9
    Since I couldn't give an 8.5 I'm giving this game a 9. It is by far one of the most addictive games I have ever played. Period. This is due to the highly competitive nature of the game and the very rewarding combat.

    One of the biggest strenghts of the game is its combat. Its extremely easy to learn individual movesets (unlike other fighting games), the difficulty lies in how to string    Since I couldn't give an 8.5 I'm giving this game a 9. It is by far one of the most addictive games I have ever played. Period. This is due to the highly competitive nature of the game and the very rewarding combat.

    One of the biggest strenghts of the game is its combat. Its extremely easy to learn individual movesets (unlike other fighting games), the difficulty lies in how to string those movesets together plus how to best combine them to beat your opponent. Combat in For Honor is rivaled by no other figthing game in my opinion. Its nature as an easy to pick up, difficult to master game is executed perfectly.

    There are essentially four game modes. Duel (1v1), Brawi (2v2), Dominion (4v4-territory type), and Elimination (4v4). Which mode you pick depends upon individual preferences such as how competitive you are and whether you prefer team play or riding solo.

    There are currently 14 characters divided into three classes: Knights, Samurai, and Vikings. For the most part the characters are well balanced. Matchups are not rock, paper, scissor based like some people claim. When you're just starting out, you may have difficulty with certain characters. But once you become experienced this is not the case. I have been beaten by, and beat, every class there is. Victory is dependent on the player, not the class.

    As much as I love this game, it is not without its flaws. Firstly, the player to player connection is at times terrible. However, this is more of a problem in the 4v4 modes. As someone who mainly plays Duel and Brawl, connection issues occurred probably 5 percent of the time. Quitting is tied to this. When a team or player is behind, or they simply just don't like losing, they'll just quit. And connection will either time out with the quitter or you'll be left with a bot. But Ubisoft is adding punishments to quitting like a wait time, so this is hopefully an issue that will be fixed soon.

    Secondly, there is an extremely steep learning curve, which I think drives many people away from the game. Not only do you have to learn your individual moveset, but the movesets of every character in order to learn how to exploit individual weaknesses and avoid particular strenghts. There's also the mechanics of counter-gaurdbreaking (getting out of a grab move) and parrying which took me roughly one-two weeks to master and I still screw them up sometime. There's also the fact that many people playing the game now are very experienced. So winning matches will be difficult at first. However, once you learn all of these things. The game becomes unimaginably addictive and fun.

    Third, there are character balancing issues. I said previously that victories are dependent on the player and experience, which are true. However, there are some characters that have advantages that make them more challenging to beat than the norm. For example, vortexes (move chain that is difficult to break out of), 50/50 moves (50 percent chance they do one move or another, and if you predict wrong you get punished), and moves that are too quick to defend against. A win is definetely achievable if you're experienced, but will require more focus than the average character.

    Next is the Single Player. Many people seem to have an issue with it because its uninteresting and bland, which I completely agree with. But people don't play For Honor for the single player, they play it for the multiplayer. Furthermore, the single player is essentially just a comprehensive practice mode. Its great for learning the mechanics of the game.

    Finally the community. Because of these issues, the community is a lot smaller than it once was. You find yourself matched up with people you've fought against before. This isn't a constant thing, but at least once a day I fight around two differnet people I've faced before. The next problem is the commmunity can be pretty toxic at times. If they don't like the way you play or they're just jerks, they can quit on you, taunt over your dead body, and straight up send you hate mail. All these things have happened to me constantly over my during my time with this game.

    I know it seems there were more cons than pros to this game, but the pros it does have far outweight the cons. The enjoyment derived from the gameplay of For Honor makes it a game I highly recommend. If you're patient and willing to learn, you will spend dozens upon dozens of hours playing this game. I hope my review was helpful.    … Expand
  80. Rustaman
    Aug 31, 2017
    9
    Cinematic graphics and decent animation. Sorry the full story is not, with rolls and appropriate scale. Overall liked the game.. I Advise those who like this setting
  81. Kaptain-Gray
    Aug 9, 2017
    9
    For Honor is a unique hack 'n slash adventure with many fun and interesting things to be discovered. I'll compile the positives and negatives in order to save time.
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    Positives: - Strong map design - The heroes offer play styles for everybody. - Detailed environments and crisp sounds. - A very fun campaign that serves as a prologue to PVP. Negatives: - Matchmaking can be cumbersome    For Honor is a unique hack 'n slash adventure with many fun and interesting things to be discovered. I'll compile the positives and negatives in order to save time.
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    Positives:
    - Strong map design
    - The heroes offer play styles for everybody.
    - Detailed environments and crisp sounds.
    - A very fun campaign that serves as a prologue to PVP.
    Negatives:
    - Matchmaking can be cumbersome and just bad at times.
    - The main campaign is fun but also very short.
    - Micro transactions. 'Nuff said.

    Overall this is a very good game with a couple minor quirks here and there, but with the coming of dedicated servers and other patches, this game still has potential to REALLY shine. It's worth the price tag, but bear in mind this isn't like Call of Duty, skill is required.    … Expand
  82. arvid690
    Jun 3, 2018
    9
    I'll be quite honest, during the release month of For Honor I didn't find myself enjoying the game. It had loads of bugs and matchmaking failures. it was just a mess. Balancing as well was just horrid, but now, one entire year+ after the release. A real turnaround has been made. I gotta say that I really love how the game works now. Matchmaking has been seriously improved considering theI'll be quite honest, during the release month of For Honor I didn't find myself enjoying the game. It had loads of bugs and matchmaking failures. it was just a mess. Balancing as well was just horrid, but now, one entire year+ after the release. A real turnaround has been made. I gotta say that I really love how the game works now. Matchmaking has been seriously improved considering the addition of dedicated servers and I always manage to find my way back to For Honor one way or another every couple of days. Considering the massive improvement the development team has put forth, and the progression that was made from release to the present. I have to give this game at least a 9. The only reason I can not give it a 10, is because of the little things. Minor bugs here and there with matchmaking and audio and what not breaks the immersion. I love the game though and would recommend it to anyone who enjoys melee combat in any game!
    9/10    … Expand
  83. RedDevilnumber1
    Feb 21, 2018
    9
    Fantastic game with a steep learning curve.

    Ignore comments from people complaining about p2p etc. This will be addressed in the future by the developer also on console. The game requires some patience and learning the move-sets of the different characters. It is fundamentally simple by design and yet with a very high skill cap. Timing, patience and skill knowledge win in this game.    Fantastic game with a steep learning curve.

    Ignore comments from people complaining about p2p etc. This will be addressed in the future by the developer also on console. The game requires some patience and learning the move-sets of the different characters. It is fundamentally simple by design and yet with a very high skill cap. Timing, patience and skill knowledge win in this game. Also ignore comments from people saying it will take forever to unlock everything. That is not a basis to review a game, the game was never designed around the idea that one should unlock every characters items. you pick a couple of favorite heroes and focus on those, there are literally hundreds if not thousands of customization options. These options to make your heroes feel truly unique to you as it is rare to come across someone using for example the same type of armor, color scheme, armor embossing and symbols, gender and ornaments.

    Good graphics, excellent combat, plenty to unlock which is well structured to enable and encourage you to learn each character and keep you coming back. The game has a number of modes to play, all of which are fun and relatively short meaning you do not get bogged down in overly long matches. I would recommend any new player thinking of getting the game to play the practice modes, both basic and advanced. they do not take long, as well as to play the campaign and some duels against bots to learn one hero well before jumping into duels or matches against players. It can be quite frustrating getting rolled over by moves you do not understand how to counter or avoid. As well as this you will be able to try most of the base game characters to find one that truly suits your play style and even skill level..

    As with any game of this nature there will always be some balance issues between the classes. This is no different than any other game and again people complaining about overpowered heroes etc need to shut up and go and look at other games on the market. They all have these issues. It would be almost impossible for any dev to make upwards of 18 highly unique characters purely balanced and an even match for each other. It is a game of counters and strategies, get over it.

    All in all a great game that had some issues at launch which I think it is clear the developers want to get past to make the game a success.    … Expand
  84. Ya_Boi_Shoi_Yoi
    Feb 13, 2019
    9
    Good combat, Good story, Good graphics. Pretty much good everything, only thing i hate is how you absolutely have to have a internet connection to play. But other than that, great game.
  85. OvoxRubenxovO
    Feb 15, 2020
    9
    Punktgebung für Multiplayer mit 2-3 Freunden. Macht seit Release Spaß und man kann easy alles freischalten ohne Echtgeld zu zahlen.
  86. Amotlaminik
    Jun 20, 2020
    9
    El sistema de combate es muy original y divertido, está todo equilibrado y se siente fresco, las batallas son emocionantes y el escenario te hace sentir como si estuvieras ahí, sin embargo la historia es algo aburrida y corta, si te gusta el multiplayer esté es tu juego, si no, existen juegos similares con una buena historia
  87. Ozorka
    Oct 13, 2020
    9
    Great game. If you like medieval this is just for you. I wish i would start this game earlier.
  88. Ksawier
    Feb 15, 2022
    9
    9/10 this game has very good combat system, lot of heroes to play, nice skins, very good game, but two things are so annoying 1. This situation when your enemy spams R1(on PS4)or game sends you to 367 reputation on Kyoshin(for egzample)2. These 7 years old kids who buy every new or tlxic character like new pirate. This game is so fun in my opinion and Im in this game like 1 year, I know9/10 this game has very good combat system, lot of heroes to play, nice skins, very good game, but two things are so annoying 1. This situation when your enemy spams R1(on PS4)or game sends you to 367 reputation on Kyoshin(for egzample)2. These 7 years old kids who buy every new or tlxic character like new pirate. This game is so fun in my opinion and Im in this game like 1 year, I know some old players don't like new players. I really like when players do 1v1 without gang**nging you. And please return old cuztomization system. That's all, I recomand this game.… Expand
  89. TheQuietGamer
    Feb 18, 2017
    8
    In a sea of sequels and "me too" clones, For Honor is a new and original IP. Something that feels all too rare in today's triple-A gaming scene. It's exciting approach to combat sets it apart from the pack and makes for one of most unique multiplayer experiences currently on the market. Although a few niggling issues are present here and there, this is a remarkably well-executed game.In a sea of sequels and "me too" clones, For Honor is a new and original IP. Something that feels all too rare in today's triple-A gaming scene. It's exciting approach to combat sets it apart from the pack and makes for one of most unique multiplayer experiences currently on the market. Although a few niggling issues are present here and there, this is a remarkably well-executed game.

    It's the combat system that really makes For Honor so special. This isn't your average button-mashing action game. Juggling attacks from different directions and finding openings in your opponents strategy is a blast. It's so much deeper than one might initially expect. Taking the time to master all of the game's intricacies and discovering new ways to best your opponents is incredibly satisfying. While you'll find plenty of people online who are content to spam attacks and get lucky kills, skill is what will ultimately win the day. There's no feeling more rewarding than surviving an encounter against two or more players on the other team because you took the time to master the combat system.

    The game does offer a single-player campaign. It consists of three chapters, each of which have six levels. Mostly, this mode just serves as kind of an extended tutorial if you will. It's not bad by any means, but multiplayer is definitely the heart of the experience. Those looking for a lengthy and satisfying offline experience should look elsewhere. The story mode is only worth a few hours of entertainment. The story itself is painfully uninteresting. Still, it has it's moments of fun.

    This is a game where the more you play, the better you get. As you learn new strategies, you'll also be able to purchase new gear which modify your stats to your playstyle. Now this is by no means where the player(s) with the best gear dominate matches. Like I said, skill wins the day. Plus, every piece of gear I've seen thus far has come with trade-offs as well.

    One notable sour patch in the multiplayer experience is that there are times where people will drop out of a match and you'll be left playing with or against bots. You still get the fun of the match, but it's nowhere near as satisfying as fighting against a real person. The bots honestly aren't that bright or tough. There are also the rare moments of lost connections. These matchmaking issues are rare, but nonetheless disappointing when they do show up.

    So For Honor isn't perfect. It could use a better campaign, more modes and maps, and a few wrinkles ironed out. However at the end of the day the incredible combat system, depth, and all around originality make up for these faults. If you're looking for a fresh face to enter into your multiplayer rotation you'll be hard pressed to find a better option than For Honor. It rewards skill and patience like few other games out there right now, which makes it perfect for hardcore competition. Even if it ends up not being your cup of tea the game is at least deserving of a chance. Not only is it something genuinely new on the market, but just about everything it does, it does well.    … Expand
  90. Bulletnot
    May 25, 2019
    8
    Its story mode is trash and the AI for bots are generally pretty bad. The online mode however, when you actually connect to a server, is very enjoyable and takes some practice to master. Also love the warmap, fighting over different areas with the two other factions. I wish they had done more with it and made every area a unique map.
  91. Malooga
    Feb 15, 2017
    8
    For Honor plays very similar to Bushido Blade or like an episode of Deadliest Warrior, the characters have no personality to speak of but are representations of a warrior class ripped straight from the history books. In that sense, they struck gold. Combat is weighty and controls are tight, you FEEL like a warrior scouring the battlefield in search of challenge. The core mechanics areFor Honor plays very similar to Bushido Blade or like an episode of Deadliest Warrior, the characters have no personality to speak of but are representations of a warrior class ripped straight from the history books. In that sense, they struck gold. Combat is weighty and controls are tight, you FEEL like a warrior scouring the battlefield in search of challenge. The core mechanics are simple in nature, but hard to master, and there is quite a bit of customization (both aesthetic and stat-boosting) so you can round your warrior out with a style that fits you.

    I sunk a lot of time into Alpha and Beta, and I can say they have polished this game quite nicely. The largest issue by far was the pier to pier servers, which were buggy at best during peak times throughout the Beta. They have been reworked and now run MUCH smoother. Not nearly as many issues with frame-rate dropping either, another problem that had formally plagued the title.

    So what keeps it from greatness? Well, unfortunately while the game is a FAR cry from being a "pay-to-win" there is a considerable emphasis on micro-transactions and earning "steel" (the game currency for upgrading) is a horrifically slow trudge. The game will coax you to make it easier by offering "champion status" for a pre-determined amount of time, however that too costs a hefty amount of steel, so it ends up being somewhat of a double edged sword (no pun intended).

    The game manages to do a few things amazingly well, and it doesn't do much terrible (music is passable, but sound effects are great), but so much falls into the "average" end of the spectrum that in order to truly appreciate the game for what it is you will need to be okay with decent (not spectacular) sound and graphics.

    One last little gripe, the menu system is hot garbage. I applaud Ubisoft for adding so much depth this time around, its the kind of thing I was expecting to see in The Division but somehow found its way into For Honor instead. It is a mess, with three sub-menus all looking/feeling like a main menu, and so many offshoots and options that you will easily spend 30 minutes to an hour just sifting through it all.

    Overall For Honor manages to feel fairly fresh in an otherwise slowly staling multiplayer market, and with not much else to sink your teeth into this year (Friday the 13th looks fun), For Honor is a good bet to satisfy your craving for PvP perfection. 8/10    … Expand
  92. cwatz
    Feb 28, 2017
    8
    At its core, For Honor excels with an amazing combat system. There are few games in the multiplayer space with the intensity and satisfaction of head to head battles with other players.

    The problem is everything else that chops away at its top tier core. Servers have been a catastrophe for me (primarily 4v4 modes). Disconnects mid game, unable to connect to games (no, its not on my    At its core, For Honor excels with an amazing combat system. There are few games in the multiplayer space with the intensity and satisfaction of head to head battles with other players.

    The problem is everything else that chops away at its top tier core. Servers have been a catastrophe for me (primarily 4v4 modes). Disconnects mid game, unable to connect to games (no, its not on my end). Combine that with long loads and it is nightmarish just to play. One of them on their own you can deal with, but combined you can spend gigantic chunks of time just trying to play.

    The second flaw is the incredibly greedy and stingy progression model. It almost feels like a free to play game more than a full product. Progression models can be addictive and a good time, but make no mistake, this is not one. Its trying to score big of microtransactions.

    The last big flaw is the larger game modes. Having something dynamic vs pure dueling adds some important and necessary life to the game, but too often can they devolve into snowballing gangbeatings. When you find those 1v1s or 2v2s within these modes, the game is at its best, but there will be no shortage of times you get blindsided in encounters.

    Its just the nature of the beast. Unlike say a shooter where you can kill an opponent in a second or two, when you have a minute long duel, it leaves a much larger window for interference, and things start snowballing as people fall 1 by 1.

    This makes For Honor a very bipolar game. Sometimes you are in awe at just how much fun you are having, and the next you wonder why you waste your time. Certainly a game worth playing, but just how much someone likes it will depend how much these issues bother them.    … Expand
  93. p1menta
    Feb 22, 2019
    8
    usually i just play the singleplayer version, so this is the case here too. fun game, beautiful World and graphics, and the fighting mechanics Will really get you but a lot of stuff could be done better.
    this one i may be trying multiplayer soon, but angry joe's revieW made me delay it. microtransactions and pay to Win games really turns me off. i'm not paying thounds of dollars (Wich    usually i just play the singleplayer version, so this is the case here too. fun game, beautiful World and graphics, and the fighting mechanics Will really get you but a lot of stuff could be done better.
    this one i may be trying multiplayer soon, but angry joe's revieW made me delay it. microtransactions and pay to Win games really turns me off. i'm not paying thounds of dollars (Wich turns into millions of reais) to have the best gear    … Expand
  94. mardox
    Feb 15, 2017
    8
    Nice game. It's not an easy game, requires some training before going full-action but it is rewarding.
    Fight animations and the atmosphere are marvelous. It only needs dedicated servers and more game-mod varieties. These new mods should be provided as free DLCs ASAP.
  95. Tahvo
    Mar 28, 2017
    8
    This game is really good but there are alot of disapointing things such as unbalanced characters, premium items makes it unfair and pay to win feeling, some skills are really unbalanced like hits that hit you even when you are blocking and some characters dont even have this skill, skill point system is really unbalanced, when you learn spamming nobody can really win against you and itsThis game is really good but there are alot of disapointing things such as unbalanced characters, premium items makes it unfair and pay to win feeling, some skills are really unbalanced like hits that hit you even when you are blocking and some characters dont even have this skill, skill point system is really unbalanced, when you learn spamming nobody can really win against you and its clearly seen with certain players… Expand
  96. SuperkenGaming
    Feb 16, 2017
    8
    For Honor
    Good while it lasts
    For Honor is primarily a competitive multiplayer focused hand to hand combat game But does feature a 6 1/2 hr. long campaign, IT can be played in co-op or alone and is spread across 3 chapters.. One for each faction... the knights... Vikings... and samurai... and each chapter contains 6 missions and all end in an epic boss battle… You even play as    For Honor
    Good while it lasts
    For Honor is primarily a competitive multiplayer focused hand to hand combat game
    But does feature a 6 1/2 hr. long campaign,
    IT can be played in co-op or alone and is spread across 3 chapters.. One for each faction... the knights... Vikings... and samurai... and each chapter contains 6 missions and all end in an epic boss battle…
    You even play as different characters with different fighting styles throughout the chapters..
    I was surprised what I got with the campaign…
    The story was interesting, as it deals with the art of war…
    and the gameplay manages to feel fresh throughout most of the campaign...
    You never really notice that you’re doing the same thing over and over... which is going checkpoint to checkpoint and killing everything in your way for xp…
    This is very much a game for the aggressive type...
    No stalking your prey here
    It is worth actively picking fights and searching the surrounding area and not just running to objectives because the game does have points of interests to give back story to your location.. They’re pretty well hidden though which is a shame because I loved listening to them as I fought… and it brought life to the level...
    And killing enemies again gives you xp...
    There’s a story level cap of 30 and as you level up you’ll unlock new perks like the ability to heal yourself or boost your damage or defense…
    As well as pick up consumables throughout the level to use in combat to poison enemies, catch them on fire, heal your allies just to name a few
    It doesn’t quite have a AAA campaign feel to it though…
    It feels very much like an afterthought… but it still managed to put in a few surprising moments in there that I wasn’t expecting with the type of game this is...
    I felt it was a great campaign... but far from amazing...
    And I’m not sure if it’s the gameplays fault or the setting, but during chapter 3 as the samurai, all interest in the story disappeared… the game started to feel repetitive, the level and mission design started to feel lazy and I was ready to just hop into the competitive modes…
    But I still definitely recommend playing through the campaign first..
    Dealing with Ai enemies programmed specifically to act certain ways in combat will teach you all sorts of tricks for dealing with human enemies... and it takes the combat system deeper than the tutorial does putting you way ahead of the competition as at this moment only about 4% of players beat the story..
    You’ll learn how to deal with annoying blockers, light attack or heavy attack spammers... as well as use combos and easily be able to handle groups of enemies…
    The Actual Multiplayer is pretty great too for a while..
    When the game starts you choose a faction but you can still use any and every character...
    The faction is just the team you’re on fighting to take control of the map...
    It does reset every month…
    And there are tons of customizable options to make your characters feel like yours...
    And much like the story mode you unlock feats here as well, which act like perks as you level up
    There are currently 5 different competitive modes..
    Dominion which is a 4v4 capture and hold game, skirmish and elimination which are 4vf4 team death match games, and finally 1v1 duel, and 2v2 brawl
    unfortunately Dominion and skirmish are really the only 2 modes worth playing…
    The game does an awful job at distributing teammates evenly and fairly…
    But these 2 modes are where this matters the absolute least…
    In Elimination, duel, and brawl...
    This is where the flaws and imbalances of the game and its characters start to show…
    Some characters have spammable and unlockable attacks that put you on your back or leave you defenseless…
    And online players feel no shame in doing this to secure a win…
    The fact that there are so many unlockable moves really ruins these modes…
    especially when they can mean instadeath near a ledge in a duel…
    These modes ultimately feel cheap…
    There ultimately isn’t enough in For Honor to keep people playing for months…
    The game is hard to pick up and unlockable spam attacks ruin player encounters..
    But it’s still a great game... at least for a little while…
    I give For Honor
    an 8/10    … Expand
  97. Badan
    Feb 15, 2017
    8
    I hardly ever write reviews of games I play. Playing this game and reading other user reviews convinced me to try my hand at reviewing. To put it short: This is a really good game! I have played every Souls game to death and this game has a similar approach to fighting. It really rewards patient players, a trait sadly forgotten in these COD infested times! It has its problems of course,I hardly ever write reviews of games I play. Playing this game and reading other user reviews convinced me to try my hand at reviewing. To put it short: This is a really good game! I have played every Souls game to death and this game has a similar approach to fighting. It really rewards patient players, a trait sadly forgotten in these COD infested times! It has its problems of course, the server issue first and foremost, but I'm sure with some optimization these bugs can be removed and the multiplayer stability improved.… Expand
  98. DbzJoe
    Feb 22, 2017
    8
    I have found the game very enjoyable so far overall, having only spent around 24 hours playing. What I enjoy the most about the game is the variety that can be found in playing different characters, and game modes. The range of skill level is a factor to appreciate after getting a feel for the game. In the long term I do feel this is a COD melee game, and if you would rather run aroundI have found the game very enjoyable so far overall, having only spent around 24 hours playing. What I enjoy the most about the game is the variety that can be found in playing different characters, and game modes. The range of skill level is a factor to appreciate after getting a feel for the game. In the long term I do feel this is a COD melee game, and if you would rather run around looking to slice people up instead of shooting them, this seems the right game to enjoy. This is a game that can be enjoy more with friends due to being able to organize more strategy, but also can be enjoy solo if one does not concern themselves with losing 4v1 at times, because it is going to happen. I think what will hold this game back is the range of skill will start to vanish, and so those who are not performing at a high level will lose interest. I don't think that the game has a large enough casual players base, and see the casual player base shrinking as players become better. I hope the future ranking system will fix this, and ladders if done well can easily sustain a game.… Expand
  99. PeterAlexander
    May 29, 2018
    8
    For Honor combines strategic and satisfying gameplay, a vibrant world, and an engaging story to create a great medieval game.
  100. CraigEchols
    Feb 14, 2017
    8
    The game's "simplicity" is its selling point. I'm proud that finally there was a game where you can't simply out level the characters you face. The fights actually require some form of strategy and patience. Rather than just going in gun's blazing (or in this case melee weapons swinging), 1 on 1 encounters are actually equal and you have a 50/50 chance.

    Problem with the game is they    The game's "simplicity" is its selling point. I'm proud that finally there was a game where you can't simply out level the characters you face. The fights actually require some form of strategy and patience. Rather than just going in gun's blazing (or in this case melee weapons swinging), 1 on 1 encounters are actually equal and you have a 50/50 chance.

    Problem with the game is they meant well with things like the capture the flag, but it doesn't really work. The 4v4 can be very addicting and honestly realistic. No more of the "one man army" syndrome with games. If 3 guys face you, you are going to lose more than likely unless you have a slick plan. The problem I had was I think it was too limited in its core design and the conquering of certain areas is convoluted at best.

    Honestly I enjoyed the beta. I think people who have a problem with it are people who like to play as fast as possible (FPS fans) and don't like to take the time to have a strategy or out think their opponent. It is truly a unique experience.    … Expand
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#85 Best PS4 Game of 2017
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Metascore
78

Generally favorable reviews - based on 59 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 48 out of 59
  2. Mixed: 11 out of 59
  3. Negative: 0 out of 59
  1. Games Master UK
    May 19, 2017
    79
    An addictive, nuanced and surprisingly deep battler, prevented from being a killer by its lack of variety. [Apr 2017, p.73]
  2. Playstation Official Magazine Australia
    May 2, 2017
    70
    The campaign might disappoint, but the game’s one-on-one online duels will take you to Valhalla. [May 2017, p75]
  3. Playstation Official Magazine UK
    Apr 11, 2017
    70
    A brilliant multiplayer battler with a combat system that captures meaty melee battles like no other, but a mediocre single-player unfortunately drags it down. [Apr 2017, p.86]
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