Journey

 PlayStation 4
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8.3

Generally favorable reviews- based on 2754 Ratings

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  1. JudasKiss12
    Jul 22, 2015
    5
    It's a decent game, but it's less than 2 hours long and offers no replayability. The gameplay is solid, albeit extremely simple, and you can tell it's been designed to be played once and put aside. Not BAD, but not great.
  2. Spyros_spy
    Jul 18, 2016
    7
    It's a good game overall. Nice remaster, graphics look stunning and music too. Apart from that the game is too small for it's original price (I got it about 5 euros from ps store at a discount), doesn't offer anything interesting (my opinion) and can be confusing at the beginning. There is no menu, you can't pause the game while your character is sliding about. I would only recommend thisIt's a good game overall. Nice remaster, graphics look stunning and music too. Apart from that the game is too small for it's original price (I got it about 5 euros from ps store at a discount), doesn't offer anything interesting (my opinion) and can be confusing at the beginning. There is no menu, you can't pause the game while your character is sliding about. I would only recommend this game to people that want to play a game late at night that doesn't require much brain or thinking or scare them and before their sleep.… Expand
  3. t0mmyg
    Feb 3, 2017
    7
    Journey is more interactive art than a game. You don't really have any real challenge and the gameplay is simplistic. It does however have an outstanding art style and soundtrack. It's brief but poignant and somehow creates and emotional impact, especially when adventuring with a random co-op player.
  4. Vzhik
    Aug 19, 2016
    7
    Красиво, расслабляюще, но историей проникаешься как-то слабо. Ожидал большего погружения.
  5. Cro1225
    Sep 10, 2018
    5
    Pros:
    + Graphics
    + Soundtrack
    + Puzzles

    Cons:
    - Boring
    - Wouldn't classify this as being a "game" but more of an experience
    - Little to no replay value whatsoever

    Verdict: 5/10

    Artsy games like this are not worth your time or money. If you want to be emotionally invested, go watch a movie.
  6. ERRORCODE-20
    Jun 6, 2020
    7
    Why this game gets overwhelming praise is beyond me. Its a fine little game you can play for 2 hours and definitely has it's moments especially towards the end. it does a great job with environmental storytelling and is artistically beautiful but it doesn't do enough in my opinion to warrant anything higher than a 7. That's not to say it's bad though. It was a good time and I enjoyed it. IWhy this game gets overwhelming praise is beyond me. Its a fine little game you can play for 2 hours and definitely has it's moments especially towards the end. it does a great job with environmental storytelling and is artistically beautiful but it doesn't do enough in my opinion to warrant anything higher than a 7. That's not to say it's bad though. It was a good time and I enjoyed it. I just wasn't particularly blown away by anything.… Expand
  7. bersi84
    May 22, 2021
    5
    I would describe this game a atmospherical walking simulator as the main aspect feels to impact you visually and by audio experience. Besides that there is nothing to do at all. You wander through different regions until you have reached your destination. I mean, it is called Journey after all.

    To me I am one of the few it seems that couldnt appreciate this game. It felt even stressful    I would describe this game a atmospherical walking simulator as the main aspect feels to impact you visually and by audio experience. Besides that there is nothing to do at all. You wander through different regions until you have reached your destination. I mean, it is called Journey after all.

    To me I am one of the few it seems that couldnt appreciate this game. It felt even stressful to play because at times it is so low that it wasnt fun for me. I know all of this is supposed to ressemble the Journey etc but it is not enough to my liking. I played similar typed games that caught me a lot better.

    I think for many people that like calm atmospherical games this game might be interesting to discover. I personally cannot recommend the "game". It has no replay value, it is very slow. Playtime is around 1-2hrs. I got it with PS+ for free so I wanted to try it but for the regular price of 14.99 I dont see the price tag fitting. That is at least my very personal opinion. I can see why this game is fascinating for others so probably it is up to everyone individually to test it out and see whether it clicks or not.    … Expand
  8. 613th
    Jun 1, 2020
    6
    In my opinion not so great game, like all critics and players say. Yes, it is very beautiful in some moments, it is rather meditative sometimes, but there are nothing else. All this beauty and senses you have to find by yourself, and it is right, but i dont think that it's enough from game to give you only textures and music.
  9. MerodeTalks
    Jun 26, 2016
    6
    It's very hard to give a rating to this game. The thing is, it's not much of a game. You could try to categorize it as a puzzle game but it's not hard to notice that developers cared more about it's presentation and story (or rather its moral). You really have to approach it as a game-like experience.

    Yes, from the artistic point of view - it's great. Soundtrack is really good but    It's very hard to give a rating to this game. The thing is, it's not much of a game. You could try to categorize it as a puzzle game but it's not hard to notice that developers cared more about it's presentation and story (or rather its moral). You really have to approach it as a game-like experience.

    Yes, from the artistic point of view - it's great. Soundtrack is really good but nothing to write home about. I feel like this game would be a lot better if it wasn't that easy even towards the end. Puzzles don't really get much more difficult the longer you play and there could be a few more.

    As an artistic and emotional experience with moral - it's strong. As a game it's not very successful and I rate it as a game. If you can pick it up for up to 15€ - it's worth it.    … Expand
  10. BobbyJohnson
    Aug 17, 2016
    6
    Interesting idea - walk around doing nothing. Watch the views. Enjoy the atmosphere. Also quite boring when you get to think of it. But hey, I enjoyed it for a while.
  11. thecoon
    Jul 31, 2015
    6
    A decent game that challenges what a video game can be. I liked the environment, the scenery and the music. This is where the game excels, but apart from these things, it falls short in many areas I have come to expect from games. Specifically, there are no real challenges to overcome, no decisions to be made, no puzzles or mysteries to solve. In many ways this is a movie with some degreeA decent game that challenges what a video game can be. I liked the environment, the scenery and the music. This is where the game excels, but apart from these things, it falls short in many areas I have come to expect from games. Specifically, there are no real challenges to overcome, no decisions to be made, no puzzles or mysteries to solve. In many ways this is a movie with some degree of interactivity. It is beautiful, very short and somewhat unsatisfying. At least to me.… Expand
  12. Gurdur
    Aug 18, 2015
    5
    Really don't understand what all the fuzz is about. This is an extremely short (2 hours), mediocre game. There is nothing out of the ordinary here, apart from that it's heavily overrated. Disappointing.
  13. MadGear25
    Sep 12, 2015
    6
    Journey is a good indie game, with good visual, nice music, simple gameplay and unique atmosphere, but still this game is the most overhyped indie game ever
  14. Kurty
    Apr 12, 2020
    5
    I played through Journey on both PS3 and PS4, and I regret to say that I fail to see why this game is "universally acclaimed" and has such high ratings. It (sometimes) looks fairly nice, it may be poetic or philosophical or whatever, but as a game, it's nothing to write home about.

    There are several game design choices that don't make much sense and make the game frustrating or    I played through Journey on both PS3 and PS4, and I regret to say that I fail to see why this game is "universally acclaimed" and has such high ratings. It (sometimes) looks fairly nice, it may be poetic or philosophical or whatever, but as a game, it's nothing to write home about.

    There are several game design choices that don't make much sense and make the game frustrating or annoying. For example, the fact that you need to "recharge" your scarf to jump (until you get the white robes), or the sentinels/guardians (which are just annoying). The Snow level is also too long and annoying, with the character walking so slowly and getting pushed back by the blizzard.

    All in all, the game isn't horrible but I don't think it qualifies as a good game. An interesting "experience" maybe, for people who may be looking for such experiences in video games.

    Note for trophy hunters : This game is short and easy, and the trophies are fairly simple, but the multiplayer ones may prove to be tedious since you don't know who you're gonna get paired with and what they will decide to do.    … Expand
  15. Nath6349
    Dec 11, 2016
    6
    This is a nice and intriguing title with a unique gameplay. It successfully creates a story with no words.

    The way you do communicate is simple and effective as is the way the artwork and visions subtly provide information of a civilization which serves to generate more mystery about them. These are powerful touches and the gameplay is varied and solid. Aside from reliving a few well    This is a nice and intriguing title with a unique gameplay. It successfully creates a story with no words.

    The way you do communicate is simple and effective as is the way the artwork and visions subtly provide information of a civilization which serves to generate more mystery about them. These are powerful touches and the gameplay is varied and solid.

    Aside from reliving a few well crafted moments, there isn't much to be gained from replaying this game. The first playthrough was for the most part bemusing, it could be slow in parts but was generally enjoyable.

    This game is nice way to spend an evening or two, though that may be all.    … Expand
  16. Nathan1963
    Dec 13, 2015
    7
    First of all, this is a philosophical game, is not anyone will like or understand the object of the game, I finished it yesterday, I have open mind to "different" games like this, but I have to say that this game is not all what I expected or the media says is a masterpiece, 92 Metacritic is a lot to me, but the game has its qualities, the music, the visually beautiful and minimalist, butFirst of all, this is a philosophical game, is not anyone will like or understand the object of the game, I finished it yesterday, I have open mind to "different" games like this, but I have to say that this game is not all what I expected or the media says is a masterpiece, 92 Metacritic is a lot to me, but the game has its qualities, the music, the visually beautiful and minimalist, but it's all, you pass the whole game just walking, I know the name of the game delivers his proposal, a journey, but this journey don't excite.when I finished, I came to conclusion that this game is overrated.It is not a bad game,don't deserves a 0 score,but for me don't deserve a 10,it's a totally difererente experience of any game on the market, but is not all that criticism says.… Expand
  17. eded9999
    Apr 18, 2020
    6
    Cute but awfully short and simple.
    Visuals and art are good.
    Content is so little that this can barely be considered a game.
  18. ombranox
    Sep 12, 2015
    7
    Don't get me wrong, I love Journey. I really do. But this was a weak port. There's a visual downgrade (somehow...) from PS3 to the PS4 version. Nothing is as detailed, vibrant, or shiny in this version. And that is REALLY disappointing to me. The underlying game is basically the same, but it still can't hold up against the original version.
  19. Ryudo1986
    Oct 16, 2015
    7
    What made Journey for me was essentially that, the 'Journey' itself. I had issues with other players basically messing about and not following the direction of the game so I had a much better experience following my own path. The landscapes and environments are simply stunning, Journey wasn't a thought provoking social bonding experience for me but it was a beautiful and fresh game to play.
  20. yaqubian
    Apr 11, 2020
    6
    I went into this completely blind, so I had no idea it was an online game until I googled 'what is the point if Journey' after finishing it and then also seeing list of players I met with, of which I only remember 2, I honestly thought these were just bots.

    First player I met was a bit after the start, but I had to take a **** so that person went away, and similar story with the others    I went into this completely blind, so I had no idea it was an online game until I googled 'what is the point if Journey' after finishing it and then also seeing list of players I met with, of which I only remember 2, I honestly thought these were just bots.

    First player I met was a bit after the start, but I had to take a **** so that person went away, and similar story with the others I met, 2nd guy came long after but is when I wanted to eat food so bye, bye and apparently met like 6 others but that must've been when I was afc.

    Anyways, I failed the multiplayer aspect of the game, didn't really enjoy the gameplay, or story (if there is one), but liked the visuals and loved the music so overall the experience was okay, no idea why I had to journey to an upside-down cameltoe, and honestly think it might have been better with a narrator just to understand what the hell was the point.    … Expand
  21. Peeto
    Oct 27, 2015
    5
    Boring, repetitive, one of the most overrated game. It has some art, but this is simply not enough. There is no reason to buy this game, I think. I understand, why it has to be hyped, but do not get fooled.
  22. consolfreak1982
    Jan 31, 2016
    7
    the game would EASILY deserve a 9 -
    IF IT DIDNT CRASH THAT OFTEN!!!!!
    Seriously, Ive hardly ever played a game that crashes that often before - in the 2 or so hours to complete it, I had several crashs forcing me to replay chapters over and over and over again which became not ony frustrating, but ruined what should be a coherent/fluid game experience. Graphics, Soundtrack, much has    the game would EASILY deserve a 9 -
    IF IT DIDNT CRASH THAT OFTEN!!!!!
    Seriously, Ive hardly ever played a game that crashes that often before - in the 2 or so hours to complete it, I had several crashs forcing me to replay chapters over and over and over again which became not ony frustrating, but ruined what should be a coherent/fluid game experience.
    Graphics, Soundtrack, much has been said about this stellar game, and it surely is one of the best the PS has to offer - but I consider those bugs almost game breaking - therefore my rating    … Expand
  23. pelaloco
    Aug 7, 2015
    6
    Acabo de jugar este juego en PS4... mi Dios que aburrido... me enganche por tanto comentario positivo y decidí realizar "el Viaje por 20 dolares..." que arrepentido que estoy, lineal, lento, aburrido y hasta tonto... sonido perfecto, gráficos bonitos pero el juego es muy muy aburrido, sin desafío de nada, un viaje a lo "desconocido".... jajajaja dejen de hacerse los cultos y sabiondosAcabo de jugar este juego en PS4... mi Dios que aburrido... me enganche por tanto comentario positivo y decidí realizar "el Viaje por 20 dolares..." que arrepentido que estoy, lineal, lento, aburrido y hasta tonto... sonido perfecto, gráficos bonitos pero el juego es muy muy aburrido, sin desafío de nada, un viaje a lo "desconocido".... jajajaja dejen de hacerse los cultos y sabiondos porque este juego es muy maloooooooooooo!!! ya se, ya se, soy un bruto ignorante que no entendió donde estaba la magia.. bueno si yo no lo entendí que alguien me explique la historia y cual es la idea general del juego (no la pavada de que es una experiencia personal y de eso trata el juego)… Expand
  24. CoNn3r_B
    Jul 29, 2015
    5
    Journey can be summed up in one sentence "Ohh look how pretty it is."
    Journey is designed to be a relaxing game which doesn't stress you with difficult gameplay mechanics or any gameplay at all. In that respect it succeeds but it is effectively an interactive movie, except this is shorter than a movie with only about 1.5 hours of "Game-play" I put gameplay in quotation marks because    Journey can be summed up in one sentence "Ohh look how pretty it is."
    Journey is designed to be a relaxing game which doesn't stress you with difficult gameplay mechanics or any gameplay at all. In that respect it succeeds but it is effectively an interactive movie, except this is shorter than a movie with only about 1.5 hours of "Game-play" I put gameplay in quotation marks because saying Journey has gameplay is like saying Ride to Hell had an engaging story. It IS relaxing and it IS pretty but that is it, there is no re-playability, no fun and interesting mechanics and no reason to really buy this unless you one of those artistic types who cares more about how something looks rather than how it works. You're just along for the ride and have no real control in the direction, I would have more fun by walking somewhere.
    This game gets an extra point from me because it was the only game that I fell asleep while playing, I felt fresh and rejuvenated the next day because I clocked in over 9 hours of sleep, so that's something. But in the end this isn't a game it's an interactive movie and not worthy of all its praise.
    5.5/10    … Expand
  25. DartMaul
    Aug 25, 2015
    5
    The game is good. But who needed a remastered? If you want to play all PS3 game, then you have to buy the AMAZING PS3... I bought the PS4 and all I got is replaying the indies that were on the PS3... That's not cool at all..
  26. MustafaTouny
    Dec 30, 2015
    6
    I'm totally disappointed !
    the game length is 2:30 H and the game-play need more details and mechanics. Despite of the beauty of the environment i haven't enjoy playing journey.
  27. itrain
    Aug 26, 2015
    5
    After the first couple of playthroughs of Journey the magic starts to wear away, the PS4 port of the game is slightly a breath of new air, not necessarily better, just different. The PS3 potential was seen through Journey when it came out and that was what made the relevance so much higher, however bringing it to PS4 the amazing visuals is well...expected. This is nothing special from theAfter the first couple of playthroughs of Journey the magic starts to wear away, the PS4 port of the game is slightly a breath of new air, not necessarily better, just different. The PS3 potential was seen through Journey when it came out and that was what made the relevance so much higher, however bringing it to PS4 the amazing visuals is well...expected. This is nothing special from the original, if you already own it for PS3, just play through that copy again. This was a strange move for the company to bring when it favorably could have been a sequel to Journey. The port generation is getting old to me, polishing up a Greatest Hits game that you may buy for $19.99 or lower and charging double is just bad business. Please do what Tearaway did, we loved Tearaway, they created a sequel...If Tearaway was ported to PS4 it would have been just the same...which doesn't exactly make my wallet shoot open. Journey is a very fun, amazing visual adventure, I am not rating the original PS3 version a 5/10, this is purely the port to PS4 and graded for the reasons I listed above.… Expand
  28. mrmustard
    Sep 18, 2015
    7
    Definitely worth a play but way too short - finished it in around 2 hours and took my time. Simple but satisfying to explore with diverse landscapes and no UI. Not much else to it. Cool game
  29. Sheep_198
    Nov 21, 2015
    5
    Average game. Deleted after 2 play throughs. World is not as pretty, not details to look at, not an artwork like Bloodborn. Co-op not as good as Bloodborne. Story is short and simple, nothing to reflect or ponder on, just plain common sense. But it does gives chill after first complete through. No Replayability, nothing exciting after test out the game. Feels like a rip off afterAverage game. Deleted after 2 play throughs. World is not as pretty, not details to look at, not an artwork like Bloodborn. Co-op not as good as Bloodborne. Story is short and simple, nothing to reflect or ponder on, just plain common sense. But it does gives chill after first complete through. No Replayability, nothing exciting after test out the game. Feels like a rip off after this short game, paid for nothing.… Expand
  30. Man-Rata
    Jul 27, 2016
    7
    Good:
    Beautiful
    Minimalistic Brings you right into the experience Seamless tutorial Nice multiplayer integration Bad: Very very short, took me exactly 40 min. to complete, checked walkthrough after missed 2-3 glowing spheres, which just give more jumping No dying No real action Took me almost half game to figure out triangle figures represented the white people in the stories    Good:
    Beautiful
    Minimalistic
    Brings you right into the experience
    Seamless tutorial
    Nice multiplayer integration

    Bad:
    Very very short, took me exactly 40 min. to complete, checked walkthrough after missed 2-3 glowing spheres, which just give more jumping
    No dying
    No real action
    Took me almost half game to figure out triangle figures represented the white people in the stories
    No reason for multiplayer, since they can help you jump, but no need    … Expand
  31. DanBenevenuto
    Jun 5, 2018
    5
    Journey has a different atmosphere on Its gameplay. You certainly will love this game, Journey has nice graphics, the soundtrack is amazing, the game is linear but great. It's a short game, but Journey is absolutely one of the best ps4 games !
  32. XxAlbertoBuzzxX
    Jun 30, 2020
    7
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  33. Mindkiller7522
    Dec 22, 2021
    6
    I can see why this gets positive reviews, for sure. The graphics for the environments are often amazing and the music is incredible. I also really liked that the puzzles are fairly easy and the game is not overly long. But I'm not a huge fan of the inferred and artsy story. That is very specific to me, so most people will (clearly) love it and I would never argue with that. I felt the sameI can see why this gets positive reviews, for sure. The graphics for the environments are often amazing and the music is incredible. I also really liked that the puzzles are fairly easy and the game is not overly long. But I'm not a huge fan of the inferred and artsy story. That is very specific to me, so most people will (clearly) love it and I would never argue with that. I felt the same way about Ori and the Blind Forest (Although this isn't nearly as difficult). Beautiful art and music, but a story that tries to be emotional by giving you no dialogue and explaining the whole thing visually.… Expand
  34. FreedomFighters
    Apr 18, 2020
    7
    I’ve had a fleeting interest in “Journey” for quite some time now. If you guys have followed my game reviews up to this point, you know that I’ve enjoyed indie games like “RiME” and “Fe” a lot, and I’ve heard that games like those possibly may not exist without “Journey” (in fact, many previous said that “RiME” pretty much wore the “Journey” influence on its sleeve, and now that I’veI’ve had a fleeting interest in “Journey” for quite some time now. If you guys have followed my game reviews up to this point, you know that I’ve enjoyed indie games like “RiME” and “Fe” a lot, and I’ve heard that games like those possibly may not exist without “Journey” (in fact, many previous said that “RiME” pretty much wore the “Journey” influence on its sleeve, and now that I’ve played both, I can see it), and if nothing else, “Journey” seemed like a game that had quite an impact on several modern games, specifically several indie games today. Recently, the game became free on the PlayStation 4, and morbid curiosity got the best of me. I wanted to give the game a shot, and see if I can feel its influence in games like “RiME” and “Fe.” And I most certainly did, but…is it wrong that this game left me somewhat conflicted? Did playing games like “RiME” and “Fe” beforehand morph my perspective on this game, given that I’d already experienced what it had to offer in other titles? I’m not sure, but I definitely walked away from this feeling conflicted.
    Don’t get me wrong, “Journey” does a lot of things amazingly, specifically in regards to its art design. This game has been talked about quite a bit in how it pushes the “gaming as an art form” debate, and I can totally see why: the visuals are absolutely stunning, the sweeping landscapes are quite a wonder to behold, the score is pretty beautiful, and there are plenty of genuinely thrilling moments in the game. The writing and the way it’s presented with no words is fantastic as well, I think the game is perfectly accessible and easy to get into, and I think the way the game uses multiplayer, where you come across a player that’s randomly connected to your game, is really intuitive and it adds to the emotion that the game works to elicit. In regards to the experience, I can absolutely say that “Journey” is fantastic, and it’s something well-worth experiencing. In fact, you’ll probably be talking about it a lot even after playing through it once.
    All that said, the game is held back to me because, while it’s a fantastic “experience,” I can’t say it’s great as a “game.” In fact, I’m not sure I can totally even categorize it as a “game.” There’s interactivity to it, sure, but the gameplay as a whole is very minimal, and I think that can be the game’s biggest pratfall. The developers of the game were clearly more focused on the artistic wizardry and sophisticated storytelling with this game, which is fine, but I’m personally a “gameplay first” player, and when the gameplay doesn’t stand as tall as said sophisticated story, I think it falls a bit short. I get it, it’s called “Journey” because, of course, it’s not about the destination, it’s about the “Journey,” and that’s fantastic, but with the lack of interactive, short length, and overly-easy gameplay, I found myself wondering if all of this could’ve worked well as an animated short project, or as a stage orchestra with the visuals of the game playing in the background, as opposed to a game. And, while I didn’t want my praises and critiques to be comparisons to “RiME” and “Fe,” since it’s important to judge the game on its own merits and not by comparison, I want to bring them up for a minute, because I think the reason why I enjoyed games like “RiME” and “Fe” as much as I did is because, yes, they are also great experiences with beautiful art design, but I personally also felt engaged with the gameplay in both of those titles, and I felt like they both remembered that they were games just as much as they were experiences. With “Journey,” though, it’s all about the experience, and the gameplay feels tertiary to it all, unfortunately.
    Overall, I wanted to love “Journey,” and honestly, as an experience, it’s fantastic. Hell, the artistry of the game kinda makes me want to go back and play it again. But, from a gameplay perspective, the game doesn’t match up as well, and it doesn’t feel like the “masterpiece” that I’ve been told it is. Gameplay aside, I definitely recommend that you, if nothing else, experience “Journey” in some way. If it’s by way of watching a YouTube video, watching a friend play, or just doing some general research on it, I absolutely recommend you experience the game. Just make sure you know thyself and what you like in a “game” before picking up a controller and playing it.
    Final rating: 7 out of 10 “Good”    … Expand
  35. Vaulie
    May 12, 2021
    6
    It's pretty, and has interesting fresh ideas. But, at 2 hours long (really worth only the one playthrough) I felt like its best suited as a short experience than a 'game' in the traditional sense. Not bad, but you won't pinch yourself for not trying this.
  36. Kaprawiec
    Mar 2, 2016
    5
    I actually dont know what I think about this game... It has nice graphics and mechanics, sand looks great, the setting is awesome. And the game is about...journey to where exactly? I didn't quite get it... Only try this if its free, otherwise You may be left just like me - wondering about what was that all about?
  37. Joellemm
    Aug 14, 2020
    7
    Finally got around to playing this. It centres on some interesting philosophical ideas. Satisfying and short enough to play in one sitting. Visually, it will hold up for a long a time due to its art style. Sound track fits perfectly and is well orchestrated alongside the gameplay. I have to say though, the gameplay itself (essentially just navigating the game world with little interactionFinally got around to playing this. It centres on some interesting philosophical ideas. Satisfying and short enough to play in one sitting. Visually, it will hold up for a long a time due to its art style. Sound track fits perfectly and is well orchestrated alongside the gameplay. I have to say though, the gameplay itself (essentially just navigating the game world with little interaction here and there) and level design is not as streamlined and as neatly crafted as i would have expected for such a short and simple game. The biggest issue with me playing so late however, is there really isn't anyone else playing, and companionship is clearly central to much of the game's theme. I've used my imagination, but its a little depressing to imagine having a companion - as in life.… Expand
  38. Morshlac
    Jan 11, 2017
    5
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I was on a forum where this was pretty much described as an awesome life changing experiance...wtf! Journey is okay, yes I know life is a struggle where people fade in and out and die...I didn't need a very short lame platformer to tell me that. OK so its got some nice scenery and was fun to play through once. Still decidedly average in my view. It irks me that a game like this can be rated so highly with the limited play time or value you get out of it..… Expand
  39. SeanMasters
    Mar 1, 2018
    5
    2 horas caminhando na areia em visuais exuberantes, enquanto se imagina uma história. Duas horas depois, você pode colocar um jogo no seu PS4 e se desafiar.
  40. Nel
    Nov 28, 2016
    7
    Great game, confusing at first, but once you get a hang of it you will start to understand it more and more. SCEA did a good job with the design, and the graphics are really good.
  41. KafkaStoleMyBik
    Jul 17, 2016
    7
    Such a brilliant and emotional game, marred only by crashes. The soundtrack, graphics, and gameplay are fantastic, and you'll definitely want to replay it as soon as you finish. The addition of multiplayer is surprisingly fun, especially during the later levels.

    It's hard to really get into the amazing atmosphere when you're back at the menus all of a sudden, which causes you to restart    Such a brilliant and emotional game, marred only by crashes. The soundtrack, graphics, and gameplay are fantastic, and you'll definitely want to replay it as soon as you finish. The addition of multiplayer is surprisingly fun, especially during the later levels.

    It's hard to really get into the amazing atmosphere when you're back at the menus all of a sudden, which causes you to restart the level and lose any companions (I had six crashes on my first play through).    … Expand
  42. vgm
    May 9, 2017
    7
    This game has beautiful visuals and sublime soundtrack with a story that is open to interpretation. Unfortunately, I didn't have much interaction with a couple of players that came across during my play through, which I think can change the whole experience. Overall it's a game that has been worth experiencing it but that I doubt I'll replay or remember in a long time.
  43. Zvezdochet
    Jan 26, 2018
    7
    Эммм... ну для любителей фантасмагорическую ерунды, с нотками недосказанности(хотя какие нотки, тут кроме того, что эта «хрень» бегает и парит вообще ничего не ясно) будет самое то. А всем остальным тут ловить вообще нечего! Тут даже бронза выбивается за то, что зашёл снова через неделю)))) видимомало кто рискует это делать вновь! А так обычная адвенчура ( или как ее там?). Спокойно можноЭммм... ну для любителей фантасмагорическую ерунды, с нотками недосказанности(хотя какие нотки, тут кроме того, что эта «хрень» бегает и парит вообще ничего не ясно) будет самое то. А всем остальным тут ловить вообще нечего! Тут даже бронза выбивается за то, что зашёл снова через неделю)))) видимомало кто рискует это делать вновь! А так обычная адвенчура ( или как ее там?). Спокойно можно пройти мимо! Плюс ещё очень короткая.… Expand
  44. CamyVero
    Feb 27, 2021
    7
    Contemplative game, without difficulty or challenge for the player. Just pick up your controller, turn off the lights and relax. Like other games in this genre, its great virtue lies in its beauty. It's short, very short, I finished it in an afternoon. It's beautiful, but I like games with some kind of challenge. Even so, it's a recommendable game, you don't lose anything for finishing it.
  45. EdwardG
    Nov 7, 2020
    6
    Journey is a beautiful game with great visuals and audio, and I can recognise it's artistic merit. Personally though, I didn't connect with the game in the way that others seem to have done, and I can't help but feel it's quite overrated.

    Don't get me wrong, it is a visual treat, and the music is good. It's also a neat idea to have a random companion join you on your, well, journey.    Journey is a beautiful game with great visuals and audio, and I can recognise it's artistic merit. Personally though, I didn't connect with the game in the way that others seem to have done, and I can't help but feel it's quite overrated.

    Don't get me wrong, it is a visual treat, and the music is good. It's also a neat idea to have a random companion join you on your, well, journey. It's interesting having that companionship there despite the limited interactivity. The final moments of the game are also really strong and act as a touching climax.

    However, beyond that, there's not much to Journey. It's a very simple and short game, which isn't a problem, but in the roughly 2 hours it took me to finish it, I never really felt affected by the game. There's not much in the way of gameplay and there's no challenge, so your enjoyment of a game like this hinges on whether or not it can engage and entertain you by other means. Unfortunately, I didn't find the wordless story or Journey's other elements to be super compelling. It has its moments, but I don't get the hype.

    It's a decent, very pretty experience, and I like some of its ideas. Artistically, it does have some value, but as a game, it's one I was a little disappointed by.    … Expand
  46. alexslork
    May 21, 2020
    5
    It's a decent game, but it's less than 2 hours long and offers no replayability. The gameplay is solid, albeit extremely simple, and you can tell it's been designed to be played once and put aside. Not BAD, but not great.
  47. PUCHOGAMMER
    Nov 10, 2018
    5
    The videogame is really imposing, I love sensation of being nothing in the world and the music is beautiful. However the history is really bad and the cinematics are really boring
  48. Se7enUA
    Jul 15, 2020
    7
    This game is good and calm. But its definitively not good for rating 8 and above. So my rank is 7. Too short and too simple.
  49. shaggx83
    Jul 23, 2020
    7
    This game would've been more enjoyable if I played it when it came out. I only played it recently and just didn't enjoy it much. It is a unique game. Maybe I will play it again and then I will be able to enjoy it more.
  50. ToshLichev
    Jun 21, 2020
    7
    A perfect example of style over substance. The game's story is nothing to write home about but damn there is A LOT of style and atmosphere in this fairly short game.
  51. FrpMan
    Dec 19, 2020
    7
    Farklı bir deneyim. Oyun denebilecek çok fazla yönü yok. Yanında biri olunca ayrı etkileyici oluyor ama fazlası değil.
  52. Jackthegamer
    Jun 12, 2023
    7
    This game is just good but nothing special in my opinion. It's really short too.
  53. HomoLudens
    Nov 10, 2019
    5
    Game is a kind of interactive art if you ever regard it as a kind of art. You cannot really feel any art if there is no proper interaction at all. It is just an okay polished adventure game without much content.
  54. virtualvince
    May 10, 2020
    6
    This was an ok palette cleanser after a few grinding experiences going for Platinum level trophies in much larger expansive games. Experiences that left me at my wits end. The game can be 100% in 6 or 7 hours with the guide. A handful of awkward collectibles and a few easy puzzles and you have have this one in the bag.

    I think the experience was interesting and admittedly engaging,    This was an ok palette cleanser after a few grinding experiences going for Platinum level trophies in much larger expansive games. Experiences that left me at my wits end. The game can be 100% in 6 or 7 hours with the guide. A handful of awkward collectibles and a few easy puzzles and you have have this one in the bag.

    I think the experience was interesting and admittedly engaging, but it's overrated. A bit like with 'Shadow of the Colossus' there's a reverence to this Playstation exclusive game that paints it as something truly special. I can appreciate the best things it has to offer. I liked the challenge of finding a co-op partner. I liked what that could mean in terms of trying to clear collectibles (as in they can get cleared before you get to them yourself). I appreciate that the game has ideas that do unexpected or untried things, for at least at the time. It's fine, but I can't honestly put this up there with the like of the best gaming has to offer during this generation, no way. I mean, this is a top 10 or 20 placing on Metacritic, right? It feels like this is basically a competent mobile puzzler / platformer to me. The rudimentary controls definitely suit it. And it's up to 2 hours at the high end/max to do a full run of the story.

    All that being said, it's not like I had to pay for this title as of writing. It came free through a Sony initiative for anybody with a Playstation. Generally though, this 'should' be very cheap as like I said, it could easily have been a strictly mobile gaming thing.    … Expand
  55. oroluisfernando
    Dec 16, 2019
    6
    Not thaaaat great. Simple game with a nice music. .........................
  56. sergio123456
    Apr 16, 2020
    7
    El juego es espectacular estéticamente y la banda sonora es una pasada. Se hace un poco tedioso a veces y es excesivamente corto, se acaba en seguida para el precio que tiene me parece que deberia ser algo más extenso.
  57. m1ku47
    Jul 9, 2020
    7
    одна из лучших чилловых игр, охуенная атмосфера, минусы : короткая и иногда однообразная
  58. alexandrumna
    May 11, 2020
    5
    Not really my cup of tea. Wouldn't have played it if it wasn't for free. I have to admit is looks really nice, but it's very short and I don't see a way I would replay it. I can't find any satisfaction playing or finishing it. Not a bad game, but looking at the reviews, it is definitely overrated.
  59. hector_bcn98
    Nov 17, 2022
    7
    Como viaje-experiencia está bien, pero joder, una vez acabado en un par de horas, ya está. a otra cosa. No tiene historia, hay que decirlo y punto.
  60. Maurer
    Jul 12, 2021
    7
    Yea nice game for couple of hours. Nice feeling of speed and smooth graphics are entertaining.
  61. Frost_Cube
    Jan 30, 2021
    7
    It's a decent game, but it's less than 2 hours long and offers no replayability. The gameplay is solid, albeit extremely simple, and you can tell it's been designed to be played once and put aside. Not BAD, but not great.
  62. tufekciero
    Mar 12, 2021
    7
    GÜMÜŞ zzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz
  63. Zski
    Mar 5, 2022
    7
    You have to go into this game with the right mindset, it’s more of an interactive piece of art than it is a game. Once you can shift into that mindset, you can really appreciate it for what it is. I knew very little of this game going into it, I just knew it was an experience more than a game. I didn’t get it the first half of the game, but then it connected. It’s an emotional experienceYou have to go into this game with the right mindset, it’s more of an interactive piece of art than it is a game. Once you can shift into that mindset, you can really appreciate it for what it is. I knew very little of this game going into it, I just knew it was an experience more than a game. I didn’t get it the first half of the game, but then it connected. It’s an emotional experience with zero spoken word, and the journey itself is the story. The game does everything perfectly, the graphics are simple but pleasant, the music is beautiful, the gameplay is just enough to keep the journey moving without taking away from the concept. The length of the game is perfect, anything longer would have been too much art and not enough game. I also really appreciated the careful detail that went into it, such as volume of your character’s “voice” during the more trying parts of the journey. It was beautiful, worth experiencing at least once. Not particularly groundbreaking, but enjoyable.… Expand
  64. EasyGamerBoi
    Jun 10, 2021
    7
    The review scare might seem weird for a game of this stature, but lemme explain. I’m usually not into these minimalistic artsy games or puzzle type gameplay in general. Journey is one of few exceptions. Maybe I have to replay it since it’s been years but I still look back fondly at my experience with this game, even a little bit of nostalgia comes from it. It is very short, but if you’reThe review scare might seem weird for a game of this stature, but lemme explain. I’m usually not into these minimalistic artsy games or puzzle type gameplay in general. Journey is one of few exceptions. Maybe I have to replay it since it’s been years but I still look back fondly at my experience with this game, even a little bit of nostalgia comes from it. It is very short, but if you’re terrible at games that don’t tell you what to do like I am, your runtime will be extended trust me lol. if this was off visuals alone it would be 10/10 period. Very few games, AAA or not, can look this stunning. Definitely a experience worth seeing through.… Expand
  65. DomIsBald
    Jan 28, 2023
    7
    A cute and simple game, gameplay was fun and mechanics were cool, not much to say other than that
  66. Anthonzie
    Dec 27, 2022
    5
    ... eh!
    The only thing i have to say about this game is "...eh!"
    The game is lacking... Being an actual game! With an actual story, with an actual engaging gameplay, adventure or action... This game is simply lacking ITSELF. How did that game got a score of 8.3 from 2673 people, is a complete mystery to me. It's a pretty game, but that's not enough! I'd give it a score of a    ... eh!
    The only thing i have to say about this game is "...eh!"

    The game is lacking... Being an actual game! With an actual story, with an actual engaging gameplay, adventure or action...

    This game is simply lacking ITSELF. How did that game got a score of 8.3 from 2673 people, is a complete mystery to me.

    It's a pretty game, but that's not enough!
    I'd give it a score of a strong "...eh!"    … Expand
  67. Giero
    Jan 3, 2023
    6
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  68. Yojimbo2015
    May 25, 2023
    7
    Captivating exploration game that I'd describe as an arthouse videogame with a similar vibe to PS2 cult classics Shadow Of The Colossus and Ico. Adrenaline junkies may find it a little too ponderous but it's a rather unique experience with some truly special moments.
  69. co3676
    Mar 23, 2023
    7
    yedi .
  70. KPS5
    Apr 29, 2023
    5
    This game is overrated. The best part was the ending sequence but it’s just a simple overrated game.
  71. VLG
    Aug 23, 2023
    6
    Interesting visual experience, but extremely short and with no replayability. This could be a short film.

Awards & Rankings

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#2 Best PS4 Game of 2015
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#12 Most Discussed PS4 Game of 2015
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#19 Most Shared PS4 Game of 2015

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Metascore
92

Universal acclaim - based on 45 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 44 out of 45
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 45
  3. Negative: 0 out of 45
  1. CD-Action
    Oct 17, 2015
    80
    It’s a disgrace not to know this game. [10/2015, p.61]
  2. Forbes
    Oct 11, 2015
    100
    It’s a simple remaster, but it makes a work of art all the more beautiful and immersive.
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  3. games(TM)
    Sep 24, 2015
    90
    It’s as much a part of the PlayStation legacy as Ico is, as Shadow Of The Colossus is. Its place in PlayStation legend goes beyond its similar presentation and taps into something more sublime, something more exhilarating.
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