Going Under

 PlayStation 4
Metascore
80

Generally favorable reviews - based on 10 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 8 out of 10
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 10
  3. Negative: 0 out of 10
  1. PlayStation Country
    Oct 7, 2020
    90
    Going Under is a fantastic roguelike dungeon crawler with a keen satirical edge and addictive gameplay. Very good indeed.
  2. TheSixthAxis
    Oct 6, 2020
    90
    Going Under is an excellent roguelite that is challenging, rewarding and hilarious at the same time. It takes a little while to get going, but once it does it's a delight. As a scathingly satirical look at tech startups and culture it's likely unmatched, helping it to stay fresh and funny for a long time.
  3. GameCritics
    Oct 12, 2020
    85
    Going Under is one of the most important games I’ve played in 2020 and one I’ll keep playing for months on end, thanks to the meaningful writing and enjoyable dungeon crawling. For those looking for an accessible starting point in roguelikes, or those who just need some delightful takedowns of late-stage capitalism, this is it.
  5. Playstation Official Magazine UK
    Nov 15, 2020
    80
    Worth playing for the humour alone, its twists on genre staples set it apart as a bitesized, approachable roguelike that’ll have you grinning for its duration. [Issue#181, p.95]
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  6. The Digital Fix
    Oct 1, 2020
    80
    Going Under is a brilliant first release from Aggro Crab Games, combining challenging gameplay, rewarding combat and a wealth of possibilities in terms of both the dungeons and the enemies. Though let down by a myriad of performance issues and bugs, fixes are promised in upcoming patches, as is a variety of post-launch content. For £15.99, you can't go wrong.
  7. Eurogamer Italy
    Sep 28, 2020
    80
    Quotation forthcoming.
  8. Cultured Vultures
    Sep 25, 2020
    80
    There is something special and fun about Going Under that should not be slept on.
  9. Impulsegamer
    Oct 12, 2020
    78
    Overall, I would recommend Going Under to those who are open to playing a lighter, yet challenging roguelite with an enthralling critique on neoliberalism.
  10. Push Square
    Sep 28, 2020
    70
    Going Under is a roguelite that ditches some of the genre's usual depth in favour of a compelling satirical tale. It won't last you too long, but there's enough here to hold your interest as you delve into some truly unique dungeons. Though it isn't the best dungeon crawler, it's certainly one of the most unusual, and we love it for that.
  11. PlayStation Universe
    Sep 27, 2020
    70
    Going Under is not a bad game, its story is fun, sometimes witty, and at times, a tad meme-like. If you play a lot of roguelikes you may find it a bit thin on the ground. However, if you are new to the genre, want something a bit lighter, or just want to try something a bit different Going Under may be for you. It has a depth in its difficulty options, it looks very nice, and plays well. I think it just depends on what you are looking to get out of the game. There is stuff here to like, it is just not for everyone.

Awards & Rankings

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#45 Best PS4 Game of 2020

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User Score
6.3

Mixed or average reviews- based on 11 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 7 out of 11
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 11
  3. Negative: 3 out of 11
  1. Porcypine
    Oct 3, 2021
    0
    Just another boring roguelike that has no idea what its going for or why people want to play roguelikes. I'd rather just play hades or gungeonJust another boring roguelike that has no idea what its going for or why people want to play roguelikes. I'd rather just play hades or gungeon than this. No one wants to loot breakable weapons. Its was the major problem and criticism of the last Zelda game. Why would you put that into a roguelike.… Full Review »
  2. stevRaJah
    Aug 23, 2022
    7
    Bad ps4 performance. 13 hour casual playthrough.

    A lot of fun, but there is something counter intuitive about blocking off halve the power    Bad ps4 performance. 13 hour casual playthrough.

    A lot of fun, but there is something counter intuitive about blocking off halve the power ups through playthrough progression so that they're less available synergies early on. I know this is common for these AA rogue likes, but why? Just ditch the progression.

    Good story, but it gets really didactic with all the pop philosophy.    … Full Review »
  3. b3nj4m1nb
    Oct 11, 2021
    8
    What going under offers that's different to others in the roguelike dungeon crawler is it's style and setting. Setting a game in 21st big techWhat going under offers that's different to others in the roguelike dungeon crawler is it's style and setting. Setting a game in 21st big tech start ups is a clever move as there's tons of absurdity around 21st century capatalism to explore. The dialogue is well written and had me laughing throughout the course of my run through.

    Combat is typical to the genre but still fun. The art style is vibrant, pastel lo-fi and very fitting for the new minimalist logo millennial age. Worth a play if you're not sick of the roguelike genre yet    … Full Review »
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