Journey

 PlayStation 4
User Score
8.3

Generally favorable reviews- based on 2754 Ratings

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  2. Mixed: 416 out of 2754
  3. Negative: 223 out of 2754

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  1. VLG
    Aug 23, 2023
    6
    Interesting visual experience, but extremely short and with no replayability. This could be a short film.
  2. Jackthegamer
    Jun 12, 2023
    7
    This game is just good but nothing special in my opinion. It's really short too.
  3. 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.
  4. KPS5
    Apr 29, 2023
    5
    This game is overrated. The best part was the ending sequence but it’s just a simple overrated game.
  5. co3676
    Mar 23, 2023
    7
    yedi .
  6. DomIsBald
    Jan 28, 2023
    7
    A cute and simple game, gameplay was fun and mechanics were cool, not much to say other than that
  7. Giero
    Jan 3, 2023
    6
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  8. 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
  9. 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.
  10. 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
  11. 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
  12. Maurer
    Jul 12, 2021
    7
    Yea nice game for couple of hours. Nice feeling of speed and smooth graphics are entertaining.
  13. 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
  14. 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
  15. 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.
  16. tufekciero
    Mar 12, 2021
    7
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  17. 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.
  18. 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.
  19. FrpMan
    Dec 19, 2020
    7
    Farklı bir deneyim. Oyun denebilecek çok fazla yönü yok. Yanında biri olunca ayrı etkileyici oluyor ama fazlası değil.
  20. 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
  21. 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
  22. 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.
  23. 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.
  24. m1ku47
    Jul 9, 2020
    7
    одна из лучших чилловых игр, охуенная атмосфера, минусы : короткая и иногда однообразная
  25. XxAlbertoBuzzxX
    Jun 30, 2020
    7
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  26. 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.
  27. 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
  28. 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.
  29. 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.
  30. 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.
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#19 Most Shared PS4 Game of 2015

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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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