Journey

 PlayStation 4
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8.3

Generally favorable reviews- based on 2754 Ratings

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  2. Mixed: 416 out of 2754
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  1. 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
  2. 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.
  3. 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
  4. 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
  5. 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
  6. Vzhik
    Aug 19, 2016
    7
    Красиво, расслабляюще, но историей проникаешься как-то слабо. Ожидал большего погружения.
  7. 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.
  8. 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.
  9. 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
  10. 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.
  11. 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
  12. 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
  13. 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
  14. 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.
  15. 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
  16. 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.
  17. XxAlbertoBuzzxX
    Jun 30, 2020
    7
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  18. 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
  19. 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.
  20. 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.
  21. 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.
  22. FrpMan
    Dec 19, 2020
    7
    Farklı bir deneyim. Oyun denebilecek çok fazla yönü yok. Yanında biri olunca ayrı etkileyici oluyor ama fazlası değil.
  23. Jackthegamer
    Jun 12, 2023
    7
    This game is just good but nothing special in my opinion. It's really short too.
  24. 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.
  25. m1ku47
    Jul 9, 2020
    7
    одна из лучших чилловых игр, охуенная атмосфера, минусы : короткая и иногда однообразная
  26. 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.
  27. Maurer
    Jul 12, 2021
    7
    Yea nice game for couple of hours. Nice feeling of speed and smooth graphics are entertaining.
  28. 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.
  29. tufekciero
    Mar 12, 2021
    7
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  30. 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
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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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