Iconoclasts

 PlayStation 4
User Score
7.1

Mixed or average reviews- based on 72 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 41 out of 72
  2. Mixed: 17 out of 72
  3. Negative: 14 out of 72

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  1. Ehhhh
    Feb 22, 2018
    10
    I enjoyed the overall gameplay and the fantastic storyline, since most metroidvania types don't really have an deep story. I see all these comments about some features "not being as good". But do remember, only ONE person worked on this.
  2. karco
    Jan 30, 2018
    8
    It's not actually a metroidvania. It's more like 2D Uncharted with better puzzles and battles (especially boss battles) than in actual Uncharted. I was surprised how varied and dynamic this game is. Very impressive for one man project. Story isn't deep but very enthralling and It reminded me a little about old Final Fantasy games (esp. FF VII and IX). I think that game is little longerIt's not actually a metroidvania. It's more like 2D Uncharted with better puzzles and battles (especially boss battles) than in actual Uncharted. I was surprised how varied and dynamic this game is. Very impressive for one man project. Story isn't deep but very enthralling and It reminded me a little about old Final Fantasy games (esp. FF VII and IX). I think that game is little longer that it should be but exсept that it is very good action/adventure with nostalgic story.… Expand
  3. chesaro
    Jan 23, 2018
    9
    Really really beautiful graphics, animation, gameplay, i've only played for around 3 hours but i think it really has what it needs to be one of the greatest on 2018, on the first hour i thought the story was going to be the weak point, but oh, what a mistake, but alas, it does have a weak point, the music is not as amazing as the game itself, it is not bad at all, but it is highlightedReally really beautiful graphics, animation, gameplay, i've only played for around 3 hours but i think it really has what it needs to be one of the greatest on 2018, on the first hour i thought the story was going to be the weak point, but oh, what a mistake, but alas, it does have a weak point, the music is not as amazing as the game itself, it is not bad at all, but it is highlighted really quickly it is not a strength on this one, but well, one way or another, it is a great game worth the price (20 dollars as cross buy ps vita/ps4)… Expand
  4. Mizuru
    Mar 30, 2018
    10
    Beautifull and engaging. A bit too easy at the start, for me all the game with 3 lives on HP would suit better as the game pass “too easy“ becoming "short".

    History: 9.3
    Soundtrack: 8.5
    Graphics: 11
    Fun factor: 8 (beating a boss isn't necessary hard and rewarding)
    Dificult: 7.5

    My score: 10 (why? Reason below)

    A must have for pixel lovers.
  5. Twistedretro
    Jan 25, 2018
    7
    This game excels in presentation. Like Cave Story, it’s amazing just how much effort was put into the sprite work and the universe these characters live in and that “wow” factor is compounded by the fact that only one person worked on it. The boss battles and instances where Iconoclasts is an action platformer are also major highlights.

    That said. I feel as if the game is falsely    This game excels in presentation. Like Cave Story, it’s amazing just how much effort was put into the sprite work and the universe these characters live in and that “wow” factor is compounded by the fact that only one person worked on it. The boss battles and instances where Iconoclasts is an action platformer are also major highlights.

    That said. I feel as if the game is falsely advertised to an extent. As other reviewers have noted, this feels more like an open world epic although it’s listed as a platformer or metroidvania. It does have some of those elements, but the plot is incredibly thick compared to something like the Metroid or Shantae series. If you were looking for something along these lines or a truly old school experience, you may be disappointed by the amount of plot and oftentimes lengthy character monologues. I’m willing to sit through these for the most part...but some really do drag. If you like this kind of thing, you’ll probably enjoy it. I can’t say I did.

    Also, not every one of the dozens of boss encounters that are used as a selling point are winners. While there are plenty that are creative and enjoyable firefights, there are some that give next to no indication of what exactly you’re supposed to be doing. They’ll take a death or two before you even have a clue as to how to damage them, which does become annoying. Even in Cuphead, a game that also has emphasis on bosses and the “repeated failure leads to success” approach (albeit to a greater extent)...knowing what you needed to do to take down the boss was almost never an issue...solely a matter of doing it.

    Expect to spend about 10-15 hours on the campaign. I’m currently about 12 hours in and am nearing what I suspect to be the end of the game. Even with it being quite different in gameplay than what I expected, iconoclasts has more positives than negatives. Again, if you’re expecting an old school like experience because of the presentation and how it’s listed in genre...you should probably stick to some of last year’s heavy hitters (sonic mania, Cuphead, a Hat in time, wonder boy) for now and wait for a sale.    … Expand
  6. Ikshot
    Mar 1, 2018
    4
    Its starts like a charm, but halfway through it becomes boring, unnecessary hard, with massive amount of empty dialogs.
  7. RidleayRomero
    Feb 17, 2018
    2
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I can't believe that I was tricked by all of this game's great ideas. I played for about 5 or 6 hours and eventually ran into a boss fight that was unwinable. He turns invisible and you are supposed to hit him, but there's no indication on where he's coming from and he grabs and hits you every time. It's like trying to fight the active cammo soldiers in MGS but without any indication of their last position. Can someone tell me what I'm doing wrong?… Expand
  8. Nimins
    Aug 22, 2021
    10
    Great indie treasure. Classic plattformer with great story and puzzles. Developed by one person over 8-9 years. Around 10 hour playthrough.
  9. archaim
    Jul 6, 2020
    8
    Великолепный пиксель-арт, великолепный геймплей, занятный сюжет с хорошими персонажами и юмором. Всем любителям платформеров и метроидваний рекомендую.
  10. Gameress
    Jun 18, 2018
    7
    i love pixel jump and runs and this is one of my favourite because it has a nice, balanced difficulty and super nice graphics. There is no 2-player mode but despite that it is very nice!
  11. JonatanPedroso
    Aug 3, 2019
    10
    Este jogo é uma obra de arte.
    A História é fantástica dentro desse mundo interessante e intrigante, os personagens são EXTREMAMENTE carismáticos, é praticamente impossível não gostar de nenhum, a trilha sonora é deliciosa e muito boa, a Pixel Art foi trabalhada até os mínimos detalhes. A gameplay é bem diversificada, e os puzzles te fazem sentir um gênio quando os resolve. O game é    Este jogo é uma obra de arte.
    A História é fantástica dentro desse mundo interessante e intrigante, os personagens são EXTREMAMENTE carismáticos, é praticamente impossível não gostar de nenhum, a trilha sonora é deliciosa e muito boa, a Pixel Art foi trabalhada até os mínimos detalhes. A gameplay é bem diversificada, e os puzzles te fazem sentir um gênio quando os resolve. O game é imprevisível, e nunca se sabe o que pode acontecer, e chega num ponto onde a cada cutscene você fica mais e mais tenso. Resumindo, esse jogo é LINDO.    … Expand
  12. Ach01nos
    Apr 26, 2022
    9
    Its really very good game, one of the best 2d on PS4/ps5, i played it on early 2022, just one thing for me that i didnt like it, the conversations are too loooong
  13. georgefeitas
    Jul 13, 2020
    10
    spectacular game made by a single person! It is a platform game that resembles the classics, with a simple and challenging gameplay at the same time.
  14. KNX2501
    Apr 5, 2021
    8
    Es un excelente juego con una historia entretenida y unas mecánicas bien desarrolladas. Sin tener una dificultad muy alta tiene varios niveles que presentan un buen reto para el jugador.
  15. dorohedorofan90
    Dec 24, 2021
    8
    Otro de los metroidvanias más infravalorados del 2018... Unos sprites con la calidad del motor gráfico de una NEO-GEO, una historia muy bien escrita y una banda sonora que no olvidarás sobre todo en tu segundo combate con la agente "Negro".

    Por cierto este juego fue enteramente desarrollado por una sola persona... Lo cual me parece un trabajo increíble... Hazte un favor, disfrútalo y    Otro de los metroidvanias más infravalorados del 2018... Unos sprites con la calidad del motor gráfico de una NEO-GEO, una historia muy bien escrita y una banda sonora que no olvidarás sobre todo en tu segundo combate con la agente "Negro".

    Por cierto este juego fue enteramente desarrollado por una sola persona... Lo cual me parece un trabajo increíble... Hazte un favor, disfrútalo y apoya a este pequeño gran indie. No te arrepentirás.    … Expand
  16. T00
    Jan 12, 2022
    10
    Just finished the game in maximum difficulty today... too easy, piece of cake!
  17. Larxi
    Feb 3, 2023
    9
    Uno de los mejores metroidvania que he jugado en mi vida, Iconoclasts me recuerda mucho a lo que sentí jugando a Hollow Knight allá por inicios de 2018. Un juego con un mimo maravilloso y un gusto por el detalle increíble, es divertidísimo, desarrolla como pocos títulos su universo y sus personajes, cada uno con unos motivos y un trasfondo perfectamente escritos, una jugabilidad muyUno de los mejores metroidvania que he jugado en mi vida, Iconoclasts me recuerda mucho a lo que sentí jugando a Hollow Knight allá por inicios de 2018. Un juego con un mimo maravilloso y un gusto por el detalle increíble, es divertidísimo, desarrolla como pocos títulos su universo y sus personajes, cada uno con unos motivos y un trasfondo perfectamente escritos, una jugabilidad muy ajustada, un uso de los puzzles y el backtracking muy buenos, unas batallas contra bosses perfectas, una gran BSO, un título bastante largo y con multitud de secretos y rutas que explorar.
    Poder pasármelo entero en la casa del pueblo cada 14 días me ha recordado a mis tiempos de adolescente cuando jugaba a la Wii sin preocupaciones y a la DS en el sofá de allí, momentos mágicos que Iconoclasts ha vuelto a resucitar Gracias al equipo desarrollador por haber creado este juego y haberme hecho sentir aquellos maravillosos tiempos.
    Este análisis va para ti abuelo que tantas veces me viste disfrutar de este hobby allí. Ojalá me hubieses podido ver una última vez con maravillas como esta.    … Expand

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#38 Best PS4 Game of 2018
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#92 Most Shared PS4 Game of 2018

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Metascore
83

Generally favorable reviews - based on 23 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 20 out of 23
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 23
  3. Negative: 0 out of 23
  1. TheSixthAxis
    Mar 2, 2018
    70
    Perhaps Iconoclasts just tries to do a bit too much of everything, which is stunning considering it has come from a single person’s creative drive, which is so compellingly impressive. A decent edit of the script, fewer bosses and puzzle repetitions, and the rest could have been refined even more.
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  2. GameCritics
    Feb 6, 2018
    90
    It’s still kind of incredible to think that a single developer working alone made something like Iconoclasts, but after playing, it’s easy to see why it took as long as it did. Rough patches might remain, but Iconoclasts is a singular effort that, had it lived in the time of its inspirations, might have stood tall alongside them to inspire future generations of creators. In present day, it’s a sharply contemporary work that incorporates those lessons to result in a brilliant, unique experience.
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  3. Gamer.nl
    Feb 4, 2018
    80
    Iconoclasts might be the most beautiful Metroidvania we have played these past few years. The concepts are not very original, but this game feels like a love letter to the ‘90’s in many ways.
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