Furi

 PlayStation 4
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7.8

Generally favorable reviews- based on 350 Ratings

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  2. Mixed: 48 out of 350
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  1. LxD
    Sep 18, 2016
    10
    An exquisite game which tests the players reflexes, mind and above all PaTiEnCe.

    The unique artwork and creative design of the bosses coupled with compatible soundtrack makes this game a must try. I particularly enjoyed boss no.3 which imho is the most creative in the game and was one of the main reasons i continued playing. Although the game may seem hard or almost impossible at    An exquisite game which tests the players reflexes, mind and above all PaTiEnCe.

    The unique artwork and creative design of the bosses coupled with compatible soundtrack makes this game a must try. I particularly enjoyed boss no.3 which imho is the most creative in the game and was one of the main reasons i continued playing.

    Although the game may seem hard or almost impossible at first but majority can be dealt with by having good control reflexes; but even without it, the game can be overcome with sufficient knowledge and proper strategy to counter the bosses's patterns because - come on, there is no way you are still oblivious to the boss's fighting style after retrying several times. This game really makes literal the phrase 'learning from your mistakes'; either that or just rage quit :) but then you'll miss out on one of the best games ever created.

    Majority of the comments about this game were circled around its godlike difficulty level and the lack of storyline. Unbeknownst to many, the story had actually been spliced up and revealed gradually throughout the entire game and even within the demeanor/conversations between the main character and bosses. For players who were perceptive enough to navigate the hidden twists and turn of words to deduce the story without referring to the internet would receive a sense of achievement greater than just killing bosses which in my opinion would be the real achievement of the game.    … Expand
  2. SWERY_51
    Jul 5, 2016
    10
    Furi is everything i like. Technical beat'em all mixed with shmup manic shooter focused on boss battles. The design is very nice, the soundtrack is awesome and the gameplay is just freakingly perfect. Yes it's hardcore and not for everyone, but it's damn good. A must have.
  3. Myrkur
    Jul 29, 2016
    10
    A masterpiece, that's how I would describe this game. I was hoping for a decent game to play for a few hours and instead I found one of the most fun and well made games that I've ever experienced so far.

    You will die and love it. the combat feels amazing, the character design, even the voice action is crazy good. I don't usually give games a 10/10, but for this one I would give a    A masterpiece, that's how I would describe this game. I was hoping for a decent game to play for a few hours and instead I found one of the most fun and well made games that I've ever experienced so far.

    You will die and love it. the combat feels amazing, the character design, even the voice action is crazy good. I don't usually give games a 10/10, but for this one I would give a 12/10.

    Congratulations to everyone who made this game possible, I had a lot of fun and I still playing this masterpiece.    … Expand
  4. WiiUGamer7
    Jul 20, 2016
    10
    Good..........................................................................................................................................................................
  5. IShowUBasics
    Jul 11, 2016
    10
    All those low ratings are a joke. If you suck so bad at the game dont play the higher difficutly. its definitly not extreme difficult. you just have to memorize what moves the boss can do in which phase and its easy then. ofc you cant go full braindead into the fight every time you died. thats the new generation of "gamer" which only play minecraft or LOL and once there is a normal gameAll those low ratings are a joke. If you suck so bad at the game dont play the higher difficutly. its definitly not extreme difficult. you just have to memorize what moves the boss can do in which phase and its easy then. ofc you cant go full braindead into the fight every time you died. thats the new generation of "gamer" which only play minecraft or LOL and once there is a normal game like in old times they start crying like the babys they are. the best review was from hearthlessninny. He/she is seriously complaining that you cant get the trophys at the easiest difficulty. Have you ever thought that you have to actually archieve anything to get a trophy? its no birthday present and obviously you shouldnt get a trophy if you suck at gaming. if everyone gets the trophy noone does ;) so learn to play and git gud… Expand
  6. Masterpiecie
    Jul 5, 2016
    10
    Furi is so hard that is good because the first fight you have is a boss and, yes you will die a lot, the bosses are well made with an artistic style , the story is intriguing and the soundtrack is superb.
    Furi gameplay feels nice because of it's quite innovative because the way you change from gun play to combat feels so good and when you make a sweet dash and slash the boss's throat ,    Furi is so hard that is good because the first fight you have is a boss and, yes you will die a lot, the bosses are well made with an artistic style , the story is intriguing and the soundtrack is superb.
    Furi gameplay feels nice because of it's quite innovative because the way you change from gun play to combat feels so good and when you make a sweet dash and slash the boss's throat , you will really feel like a true BOSS!    … Expand
  7. martinsivan
    Jul 5, 2016
    10
    Furi is that kind of game that you hate and love at the same time, it's a hard but rewarding game, artistic and refreshing, a very good experience, I recommend it!
  8. Sanecoon
    Jul 6, 2016
    10
    Furi is quirky. It isn't for everyone.

    Comparing it to Souls, God of War, Transistor or Bastion is just incorrect and shows lack of understanding for the medium. Is a game best compared with Shadow of the Colossus or Titan Souls, with really tough bosses and some amount of depth in combat. Sometimes feels like bullet hell, others like a rhythm game, and sure it has a lot of WOW moments,    Furi is quirky. It isn't for everyone.

    Comparing it to Souls, God of War, Transistor or Bastion is just incorrect and shows lack of understanding for the medium. Is a game best compared with Shadow of the Colossus or Titan Souls, with really tough bosses and some amount of depth in combat. Sometimes feels like bullet hell, others like a rhythm game, and sure it has a lot of WOW moments, given away by the gorgeous aesthetics or the relief of turning one more page on the bosses book. But one thing i know: For what it aspires, it is the best this game could ever be.    … Expand
  9. Diggity_Doggo
    Jul 10, 2016
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I loved this game. The soundtrack was great and a difficult game. Some people say its to hard but i only died a few times its easy to play once you figure it out. I loved the artstyle and how different each boss fight and level felt. I was hooked all the way through and I even felt sad to kill some of the characters. At the end when you arrive to the "free world" you feel like a monster as you watch the world become corrupted under your feet and look back on the guardians you killed. It was an amazing game. So amazing that im playing through it again on furier.… Expand
  10. cow395
    Jul 15, 2016
    10
    This game is very well made, some might find it hard but its extremely fair. You fight boss after boss with story in between. you have a gun which you shoot with your analogue sticks and a sword. this is NOT a button mashing game its pure skill. the game play is so good at times i felt i like i had a sword and was dueling one on one with the enemy. You have to time attacks and dodge orThis game is very well made, some might find it hard but its extremely fair. You fight boss after boss with story in between. you have a gun which you shoot with your analogue sticks and a sword. this is NOT a button mashing game its pure skill. the game play is so good at times i felt i like i had a sword and was dueling one on one with the enemy. You have to time attacks and dodge or block enemy projectiles.

    A few things to note, the story actually is pretty cool, it is simple and its mindless at times but the voice acting is spot on and the clues and hints start to make sense as you play through it.

    One thing in Furi i found confusing was saving, when you try to quit it says you will lose progress, but don't worry it saves after every boss fight, you will see the rabbit head glowing in the bottom right hand corner.

    Overall this game is worth it for sure you should give it a try if your looking for a rewarding fun challenge.    … Expand
  11. Isagoras
    Aug 23, 2016
    10
    Old-school gameplay. If you like Treasure games Furi is for you. Gameplay well designed and looks obvious that it was implemented very carefully.
    Furthermore, the visual design is awesome and the performance is very smooth on PS4 despite use Unity engine.
  12. Kingsglaive
    Sep 8, 2016
    10
    While Furi's difficulty may end up being frustrating to some players, its fast paced action, high level of difficulty, interesting story, entertaining boss fights and astonishing visuals make it a indie GOTY contender for 2016, and I'm sure it will become a cult classic of indie games.
  13. DouglasFKM
    Sep 12, 2016
    10
    If you like a challenge and bullet hells you should really give it a try. The story is very simple, but the enemies have awesome personality and the soundtrack is amazing. Indie of the year for me.
  14. ramayan
    Nov 19, 2016
    10
    This game has me coming back to it again and again.
    It is difficult, but it is the right kind of difficult. Making me come back to it again and again.
    A big thumbs up to the arcade level roots of the game,....
  15. ElCachureco
    Nov 17, 2016
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Quite a thing, a game that pushes to the limit, everything is dialed to 11... even you must push to your limit and match it's skill.

    What a novel concept a game that hides the fact that you are The Boss, Every character you face is challenging you to fight better, given upgrades, bonuses, power-ups that would normally be given to the player, are given to the Challengers.

    Can you Focus? Do you notice the imperceptible details of your opponents?
    Do you have Patience? Do you wait for the right moments?
    Can you Evolve? Do you rise to new challenges?
    Are you Effective? Do you use everything at your disposal to it's limit?
    Can you Endure? Do you have what it takes to reach the pinnacle of your existence?

    But is it worth it?

    It has a story, but you must decide for yourself what it means in the context of who you are. You must question yourself, as the player, if this is worth what is asked of you. You are merely being strung along, being given a reason to fight, getting worked up, being primed never knowing if what your being told is real.

    You beat it, you pushed yourself to the limit of your skill. But what was the real battle that was fought... how did this fight change you? How do you know for sure? Who were you really fighting? What was it all about?

    This game does not hold your hand, you must decide for yourself," What you Fight for."

    It just gave you the format you needed to take every step, physical, mental, and emotional, to realize the Big Picture in your own context.

    This game will change you, but only if you are willing to take the challenge.    … Expand
  16. KoFChamp42
    Apr 25, 2017
    10
    The best game to come out in the past decade, is it hard as balls? Yea, will you die a lot? Also yes. But it's oh so worth it when you can say you beat the game. Great story, visuals, controls, game design and most of all music.
  17. rorro8
    Apr 29, 2017
    10
    For the people who don't like the challenges Furi will be really frustrating, but for those who like the difficulties games, Furi give us the (addictive) opportunity to improve our skills and become more and more stronger. Furi have a air of the the 90's old school games.
    Every character has a deeply interiority and personality.
    Here we have an independent study who give us a    For the people who don't like the challenges Furi will be really frustrating, but for those who like the difficulties games, Furi give us the (addictive) opportunity to improve our skills and become more and more stronger. Furi have a air of the the 90's old school games.
    Every character has a deeply interiority and personality.

    Here we have an independent study who give us a masterpiece. Amazing playability, great OST and a powerful philosophical message behind the action.

    One of the best of the PS4 catalogue at the moment.    … Expand
  18. GeorgeTueusday
    Aug 28, 2017
    10
    Just perfect, absolutely perfect. The people giving the game bad reviews for it being "too hard" are a bunch of millennial **** Furi's a real game unlike the AAA **** that comes out now.
  19. GordonSmith
    Aug 29, 2017
    10
    Google the word hidden gem, Furi should come up but you get some other **** that's just how hidden a gem Furi is. Almost a perfect game, the people who don't like it are just **** at video games.
  20. amralchalati
    Feb 21, 2019
    10
    Furi is a hard fast pace action game with a beautiful art style and amazing electronic music! I was glad they offered an easy mode otherwise the game would have been a nightmare to play. The game mechanic is on point and the futuristic samurai is work really well special it's the same makers of Afro Samurai anime series.
  21. geralt0frivia
    Jul 16, 2018
    10
    This game is amazing. Its hard but fair, and the visuals are so unique. The atmosphere, the enemies, the levels all so well crafted. Something furi does not do well, however, is the way the story is told. Sometimes the game is too vague but sure enough, there is an actual story which is pretty cool i might add. Overall this game does so many things right that I am willing to ignore theThis game is amazing. Its hard but fair, and the visuals are so unique. The atmosphere, the enemies, the levels all so well crafted. Something furi does not do well, however, is the way the story is told. Sometimes the game is too vague but sure enough, there is an actual story which is pretty cool i might add. Overall this game does so many things right that I am willing to ignore the flaws. Subjective score: 8.5/10
    But for me it is a 10/10    … Expand
  22. Leontorres7
    Nov 15, 2018
    10
    A Masterpiece, loved everything about this game, it is definitely a must play!
  23. Irisen
    Dec 6, 2018
    10
    I'm all for boss fights and challenges so this game is easily one of my top 3 fave of all time. It's fast and exciting and it has a very effective difficulty curve. Honestly, I loved it and, even if it was a bit short, I gladly replay it whenever I have the time, in order to get better.
  24. PsicoticMess
    Feb 16, 2020
    10
    One of the best ''boss only'' games out there, it's crazy how absudly good you can get in this game. When you reach that point the game becomes 20 times more fun. The Furier difficulty is the ultimate challenge, it's not merciful. But still, fantastic game.
  25. TTK_Ironfist
    Feb 10, 2021
    10
    I got this game on PS Plus a few years ago. I had no expectations, but man it blew my mind.
    Responsive and fair, tho hard af. Music is top notch as well. This is huge accomplishment for an indie company.
  26. Deoem
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    Furi is a fantastic game for anyone interested in challenging combat games. It focuses on creating a deeply satisfying game where you are forced to master the combat system until you are unstoppable, and tells an interesting story along the way.
  27. Horjus
    Jun 7, 2023
    10
    I can't say a bad thing about this game, it has everything I could want. Phenomenal soundtrack, great story with themes from Greek mythology, and quotes/moments that gave me enough chills to go back through and play this game again and again. I'd recommend this game to anyone and everyone, even if it's not for everyone. Fantastic.
  28. Rene9aaade
    Jul 16, 2016
    9
    This game will go on to be my indie GOTY, Not since transistor have i been so amused with an indie title.
    I will get the cons out of the way because they are easily identifiable. 1) the game looks dated, actually on ps3 the game would have looked dated. That being said that is only from a polygon count/ graphical point of view as the art direction is outstanding and brings to mind games    This game will go on to be my indie GOTY, Not since transistor have i been so amused with an indie title.
    I will get the cons out of the way because they are easily identifiable. 1) the game looks dated, actually on ps3 the game would have looked dated. That being said that is only from a polygon count/ graphical point of view as the art direction is outstanding and brings to mind games from the likes of Suda 51. It's will not be everyone's cup of tea as it is a hard nut to crack.
    The Pros as mentioned art, the soundtrack is great, the narrative is fun and the almighty near flawless gameplay. I want to personally speak to the gameplay designer. While not totally original a few pages from Dmc/ bayonetta/ mgs revengance and older games like silent bomber etc. The gameplay is mesmerising and rewarding beyond belief albeit brutal.    … Expand
  29. roo7788
    Mar 27, 2017
    9
    el juego es muy raro y corto pero me encanto la musica es muy buena, el diseño de los personajes es exelente realmete me gusto mas el juego por que fue gratis en psplus pero no es un juego el cual podria recomendar facilmete por que es muy dificil y si resulta que eres bueno lo terminas en serca de 2 horas pero me gusto que se trata de volverte bueno no subes de nivel no optienes nuevasel juego es muy raro y corto pero me encanto la musica es muy buena, el diseño de los personajes es exelente realmete me gusto mas el juego por que fue gratis en psplus pero no es un juego el cual podria recomendar facilmete por que es muy dificil y si resulta que eres bueno lo terminas en serca de 2 horas pero me gusto que se trata de volverte bueno no subes de nivel no optienes nuevas armas solo hay una manera de superar los jefes seguir adelate y no redirte nunca, si te gustan los juegos raros lo recomedo… Expand
  30. misterhyd3
    Jul 9, 2016
    9
    Good God Damn, does this game KICK YOUR ASS. It doesn't just kick YOUR ass, it kicks ALL ass. I read a *bunch* of salt-laden complaints from gamers on the PS forums when Sony announced the free PS+ game lineup for July '16. This game alone makes it a stellar month.

    Do you like boss battles? Do you like guns? Do you like swordplay? Do you like futurism? Do you like bright, vivid, colors    Good God Damn, does this game KICK YOUR ASS. It doesn't just kick YOUR ass, it kicks ALL ass. I read a *bunch* of salt-laden complaints from gamers on the PS forums when Sony announced the free PS+ game lineup for July '16. This game alone makes it a stellar month.

    Do you like boss battles? Do you like guns? Do you like swordplay? Do you like futurism? Do you like bright, vivid, colors splashed on diverse canvases, creating different arena types on each stage? Do you like lasers, energy balls, telekinetic abilities, psychotic women, and the ability to "blink" out of the way of oncoming death? ...and do you then like giving the bastard who tried to murder you a blade to the back of his head?

    If you said "yes" to at least half of the above questions, you will LOVE this game.

    Furi is an extremely fun, VERY challenging thrill-ride of a game that may be a little heavy on exposition at times, and the level transitions are artificially inflated by these long, drawn-out walking "scenes" (which, in all fairness, the game uses for exposition, character building, and storytelling, though it's a different, semi-strange way of doing so that I've never seen before), but the action is top-notch. TGB did a HELL of a job with this game, and I give them all the credit in the world for taking a brand new IP and making it noteworthy right out of the gate. They've managed to create something where every new level is as diverse as it is familiar, with beautifully rendered, wildly varying backdrops and enemies who each have their own distinct personalities and mechanics which are incredibly unpredictable, surprising, and laugh-inducing the first time one plays through. This is addicting stuff, right here.

    Even if you're not a fan of action-/skill-oriented, boss-battles-only type of games, I highly recommend you folks give this a download. It's FREE on PS+ this month, so at the very least, it's something to keep in your queue for a rainy day. For everyone else? This is a monstrously good time, and a thrill-ride unlike any other I've experienced on PS4 (including the Dark Souls franchises, which I loved) with a difficulty curve that (when played on max difficulty) rivals that of the Dark Souls and Bloodbornes of the world. There's nothing more thrilling then having one TINY little blip of health left and killing a boss who'd owned you a few times in a row.

    Furi gets a 9-out-of-10!    … Expand
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77

Generally favorable reviews - based on 37 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 29 out of 37
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 37
  3. Negative: 0 out of 37
  1. CD-Action
    Sep 17, 2016
    80
    Fury showed the whole industry how boss fights should be done. Not bad for a mobile developer’s debut on “serious” platforms. [09/2016, p.62]
  2. Games Master UK
    Sep 6, 2016
    81
    A real treat for the senses and a test of your skills, let down just a little by glitches and pace. [Sept 2016, p.83]
  3. Edge Magazine
    Aug 27, 2016
    60
    It's a tremendous shame, because the bosses themselves are a finely conceived, smartly designed and varied bunch. [Issue#296, p.121]
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