Killzone: Shadow Fall

 PlayStation 4
  • Publisher: SCEA
  • Release Date: Nov 15, 2013
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6.9

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  1. Kazduin
    Mar 12, 2014
    5
    *This is a review for the single-player only* This game does it's job, it shows off what the Playstation 4 is capable of with it's fancy visuals and great lighting effects. However, there isn't really anything here you haven't experienced yet. The story is what you'd expect from a run of the mill military shooter. Shooting, set pieces, shooting, set pieces, and so on. It's not a great*This is a review for the single-player only* This game does it's job, it shows off what the Playstation 4 is capable of with it's fancy visuals and great lighting effects. However, there isn't really anything here you haven't experienced yet. The story is what you'd expect from a run of the mill military shooter. Shooting, set pieces, shooting, set pieces, and so on. It's not a great story, I actually found it a chore to continue on with the campaign though. The only reason I finished it is because I had nothing better to play for my Playstation 4. I imagine the multiplayer could be quite fun though.… Expand
  2. streame
    Jun 21, 2020
    5
    I regret buying this game. The gameplay is not fun at all, you get killed really easily, and the level design doesn't leave you with many posibilities. The multiplayer mode is a disappointment too because of the very same reason - you die easily, and the level design is not really helping. The story was ok though.
    I regret buying this game. There are much better shooters on PS4.
  3. LTDan50
    Mar 25, 2014
    5
    Crap story its predictable go here do this oh wait we can't for some reason please retrace your steps no that's stupid! Only decent thing is the multiplayer but its far from a bf4 more like cod with lasers ill be trading mine in today.
  4. Xevon
    Dec 4, 2013
    7
    Killzone Shadowfall is the video game equivalent of Pamela Anderson 20 years back. Gorgeous to look at, but nothing else really worth your time. And boy is this game pretty. At times, it puts Crysis 3 maxed on PC to total shame. But that alone isn't enough to save it. The plot itself is decent, however poorly executed. If you asked me to tell you what happened, I simply wouldn't be able toKillzone Shadowfall is the video game equivalent of Pamela Anderson 20 years back. Gorgeous to look at, but nothing else really worth your time. And boy is this game pretty. At times, it puts Crysis 3 maxed on PC to total shame. But that alone isn't enough to save it. The plot itself is decent, however poorly executed. If you asked me to tell you what happened, I simply wouldn't be able to tell you because the storytelling is so unbelievably poor that it completely fails to convey what's going on at the end of the day it feels like a chain of disjointed missions with some reoccurring characters. The gameplay itself is decent, the characters aren't as snappy or responsive as they could be, but no worse than any other Killzone title in that respect either. Tools like the Owl, as well as many of the multiplayer perks help keep things interesting, but they fail to use any of these gadgets in a particularly creative way. The singleplayer campaign itself is around 10 hours long on hard at a guess, which is a fair bit longer than your average FPS these days, and the graphics are incredible and the level design is generally very good. Unfortunately, there ain't much re-playability here as there's no co-op, no higher difficulty etc if your first playthrough was on hard, bar trophy grinding, there really isn't any reason to play through again. The multiplayer is also decent, there's plenty of interesting perks and abilities, but a great number of the weapons are dull and samey, and the multiplayer gameplay despite it's creative intentions just end up being frag matches at certain map choke points. There are bots you can play against, but they're the equivalent of a practice mode in that you can't do any challenges or unlock anything while fighting against them, so they're not really useful to the average antisocial gamer. The last of a third mode outside of singleplayer and multiplayer limits the value of this game as well. While many games will have a third, like horde mode, or zombies, or something like that, all this has is SP and MP. Nothing else. I think at the end of the day though, Shadowfall is an essential title for your new PS4. Why? Because it's absolutely gorgeous if you want something to show off exactly what your new machine can do, this is the best looking console game to date bar nothing, and for that reason, an excellent title for anybody looking to see what their new hardware can do just don't expect a great game Shadowfall is just decent. Final Score: 7.0/10… Expand
  5. Levelskip
    Jan 26, 2014
    7
    The graphics are amazing, the gameplay is decent, the multiplayer is fun to an certain degree. But without a level progression system it kinda lacks desire to play. Is it worth $60? No. perhaps $30 to $40, but that is it.
  6. charliesummers
    Feb 2, 2014
    7
    Killzone Shadow Fall is a fascinating game with a lot of good ideas but it falls short on a few points. First the graphics, Killzone Shadow Fall looks incredible, easily the most the beautiful game I've played, from sprawling, bright vistas to dingy, dark and narrow corridors this game never fails to amaze. The story is very deep with plenty of lore but fails to fully engage due to weakKillzone Shadow Fall is a fascinating game with a lot of good ideas but it falls short on a few points. First the graphics, Killzone Shadow Fall looks incredible, easily the most the beautiful game I've played, from sprawling, bright vistas to dingy, dark and narrow corridors this game never fails to amaze. The story is very deep with plenty of lore but fails to fully engage due to weak and somewhat predictable plot points and an uninspired protagonist in Lucas Kellan. The gameplay is stronger than most other linear FPS games such as the COD franchise due to some unique new features such as the owl which is a cool little flying robot which you can use in either in offensive or defensive ways during combat. Deciding what you would like the Owl to do is done using the dualshock 4's touchpad. You also have the ability to scan an area before entering to locate the position of enemies which allows you to set up how you want to enter a situation wether it be stealthily or guns blazing both are enjoyable and satisfying. The voice acting is passable but doesn't impress and unfortunately the lip syncing is poor which distracts from the game's beauty at times. Towards the end of the game the gameplay starts to feel like a grind and the story was the only thing that kept me going.

    The multiplayer is a very enjoyable experience with tight and intense gameplay and uses a game mode that is unique to the Killzone series called warzones which combines multiple game modes into one match and also allows you to create your own games which lets you tailor the game modes to what you feel like playing at the time.

    Overall Killzone Shadow Fall is a good game but not great. At times it feels like a tech demo, showing off what the PS4 can do and it succeeds at this. Killzone Shadow Fall's single player campaign is enjoyable enough but the multiplayer presents the lasting value. Killzone Shadow Fall shows off the potential of the PS4 and is a fine way to kick off the next generation of gaming.    … Expand
  7. bulletchan
    Apr 11, 2016
    7
    I have played so many FPS games but this was the one that caught me for a solid amount of time making itself as the perfect start the ps4 needed. The graphics were by far the best in any game it has a sense of vividity and freedom in its limited range of combat. the biggest and really good addition in the gameplay was Avle or something that can save you, attack your
  8. joao1198pedro
    Mar 27, 2014
    7
    This game isnt a so much badassed game, but it have good graphics and a good gameplay, but the problem is the story and that it isnt a badassed game, but is fun.
  9. Xekarth
    Dec 1, 2013
    7
    1) Multiplayer Multiplayer is a blast. Haven been playing it for hours it is really fun. Very different from Call of duty or BF4. And in my opinion better. The map are all small and the action fast paced. More similar to what you can find in Gears of War.

    2) Singleplayer The singleplayer campaign is disappointing... Out of 10 chapters 2 only take around 10 mins to complete and one of    1) Multiplayer Multiplayer is a blast. Haven been playing it for hours it is really fun. Very different from Call of duty or BF4. And in my opinion better. The map are all small and the action fast paced. More similar to what you can find in Gears of War.

    2) Singleplayer The singleplayer campaign is disappointing... Out of 10 chapters 2 only take around 10 mins to complete and one of the chapter was the worst 40 mins of my gaming experience. The 7 chapters left are okay...

    If you plan on playing a lot of multiplayer buy the game. Otherwise, just rent it.    … Expand
  10. SeasideHermit
    Dec 2, 2013
    6
    This game is mediocre. The campaign is okay, you probably won't be disappointed by that, but the multi-player is still lacking. You'll be left wondering why all the weapons seem to do the same amount of damage, and one wrong turn can have you staring down the enemy base defense turret with no warning. There are better games out there, but it isn't bad.
  11. LiquidElk
    Dec 3, 2013
    5
    I really tried to like it, but this must be one of the most tedious games Iโ€™ve ever played. Itโ€™s also one of the best looking ones.
    It seems all the Sony fan-boys are giving it 10/10, but come on: Boring stealth, with boring puzzles and, to round it all off, countless instant-death traps (getting hit by a train, a spinning part of a reactor, etcโ€ฆ). The core game-play seems solid, but    I really tried to like it, but this must be one of the most tedious games Iโ€™ve ever played. Itโ€™s also one of the best looking ones.
    It seems all the Sony fan-boys are giving it 10/10, but come on: Boring stealth, with boring puzzles and, to round it all off, countless instant-death traps (getting hit by a train, a spinning part of a reactor, etcโ€ฆ). The core game-play seems solid, but thatโ€™s just not enough to make this game fun. The disjointed boring story doesnโ€™t help eitherโ€ฆ
    I can recognise this game for the technical achievement that it is, but that doesnโ€™t make it a โ€œgoodโ€ game.    … Expand
  12. TheSaintXXX
    Dec 8, 2013
    6
    I was disappointed with this game. Sony designs an amazingly beautiful city that you don't get a chance to explore. Most of your missions are away from the city and in space. Why didn't they allow the player to fully immerse themselves in this megatropolis? Why not make it an open world game? Missions become very linear and boring. They should've given the opportunity to choose sidesI was disappointed with this game. Sony designs an amazingly beautiful city that you don't get a chance to explore. Most of your missions are away from the city and in space. Why didn't they allow the player to fully immerse themselves in this megatropolis? Why not make it an open world game? Missions become very linear and boring. They should've given the opportunity to choose sides at the end. The multiplayer is mediocre at best. There is no aim assist in the game, so expect novice players to have a difficult time staying on targets. Why did I give it a 6/10? It's worth a play through. In no way is it a horrible game, but they missed out on so much potential.… Expand
  13. DoUEvnLft
    Sep 30, 2014
    5
    Oh dear, this was certainly not what I was expecting. This game is a prime example of a game that can 'talk the talk' but can't 'walk the walk' per se. The visuals are absolutely amazing, in fact they are some of the best I have ever seen, but that doesn't make up for the boring mission structure and repetitive gameplay. It's not the worst game I've ever played, but I certainly wouldn'tOh dear, this was certainly not what I was expecting. This game is a prime example of a game that can 'talk the talk' but can't 'walk the walk' per se. The visuals are absolutely amazing, in fact they are some of the best I have ever seen, but that doesn't make up for the boring mission structure and repetitive gameplay. It's not the worst game I've ever played, but I certainly wouldn't recommend it.… Expand
  14. FordPrefect
    Jan 28, 2014
    7
    The graphics in this game are crazy good. Leaves on bushes move individually, sunlight creates a slight glare on your scope at the right angle, and dust clouds your vision as grenades and bullets hit the walls around you. The campaign is a little slow to start with some of the levels being rather too long, but the multiplayer is amazing. The maps, classes, and abilities create an FPS thatThe graphics in this game are crazy good. Leaves on bushes move individually, sunlight creates a slight glare on your scope at the right angle, and dust clouds your vision as grenades and bullets hit the walls around you. The campaign is a little slow to start with some of the levels being rather too long, but the multiplayer is amazing. The maps, classes, and abilities create an FPS that requires strategy and not just run and gun techniques to win a match. Unfortunately there are some balance issues that need to be sorted out.… Expand
  15. ITZZZPERRY
    Jan 30, 2015
    7
    Killzone: Shadow Fall is a good game that is unfortunately not as good as the previous two installments. The story is weak and disbanded, and the gameplay is repetitive. However, that being said, this is still a fun game to boot on the Playstation 4.
  16. JimDarkmagic
    Jan 29, 2015
    5
    That absence of meaningful evolution might be Killzone: Shadow Fall's biggest sin. For all the next-gen bluster of its visuals and the repeated blunt-force attempts to ram a message home, Guerrilla's first shot on the PS4 retreads shooter cliches, and poorly. In a launch lineup crowded with shooters, Killzone: Shadow Fall sits at the bottom.
  17. KusHReview
    Dec 30, 2013
    7
    This game shows what the next-gen games will be like and its a great success for Guerrilla Games. The Graphics are fantastic though I found the first few missions quite boring and too long. The Ending to the single player mode is great and the story was interesting. However the multiplayer is quite awful. On the negative side the maps are all quite big and when you find a game you cannotThis game shows what the next-gen games will be like and its a great success for Guerrilla Games. The Graphics are fantastic though I found the first few missions quite boring and too long. The Ending to the single player mode is great and the story was interesting. However the multiplayer is quite awful. On the negative side the maps are all quite big and when you find a game you cannot vote for them. Also its quite a slow paced multiplayer, not enough gadgets. On the positive side there is a large amount of guns to discover and use! Overall this is a great game which can keep you playing for a couple of hours.… Expand
  18. PMG
    Jul 9, 2014
    6
    If i have to be honest this game is pretty generic. The story is boring with unmerable characters. That said the first true level has sandbox levels of freedom and it is helped along by the zipline. The game has excellent controls and really feel like a game that was designed with the DuelShock 4 as it is very fluid. I will say i have way more fun with other online shooters sinse the lackIf i have to be honest this game is pretty generic. The story is boring with unmerable characters. That said the first true level has sandbox levels of freedom and it is helped along by the zipline. The game has excellent controls and really feel like a game that was designed with the DuelShock 4 as it is very fluid. I will say i have way more fun with other online shooters sinse the lack of a level up feature often makes me fell like i wasted my time if i did badly and that were no rewards. But the game is backed up by excellent visuals, great and varied weapons, and cool map design. Oh yeah and one final thing. The enemys are idiots and yet somehow they manage to have a difficulty spike in the latter sections of the 10 or so hour campain.… Expand
  19. InFurbo
    Jan 16, 2014
    5
    Killzonde: Shadow Fall its a beautiful game and the shows the power of PS4 but gameplay its not that good. Story its repetitive and Multiplayer its not get me
  20. TravelerLloyd
    Jan 19, 2014
    7
    This is not a bad game, I only played the online multi-player version. For what I have seen so far, I like it. If you like shooter games you will probably like this one. I am just into more story line mode and a bit of strategy combined but overall I say go for it. I doubt I add this to my collection as I am a bit more serious but it is free to play the online multi player version so I do.
  21. jeff002400
    Feb 5, 2014
    7
    A great launch title for the PS4. The action can definitely be intense. If you're not into COD or BF then this is the game for you if you are looking for an FPS. My review only covers the single player campaign. I never delved into multiplayer.

    There isn't really any sort of customization in this game. You get your main gun, can pick up enemy guns, grab a couple different grenades,    A great launch title for the PS4. The action can definitely be intense. If you're not into COD or BF then this is the game for you if you are looking for an FPS. My review only covers the single player campaign. I never delved into multiplayer.

    There isn't really any sort of customization in this game. You get your main gun, can pick up enemy guns, grab a couple different grenades, but that's really it. Some cool gadgets such as your OWL and scanner do give some semblance of tactics to this game.

    My only real complaint is that the story and character development isn't overly strong. It had potential but seemed to be lacking effort.

    That being said, the superb action makes up for it and helps keep the overall score up for this game.    … Expand
  22. Ramiro1992
    Jun 3, 2014
    5
    A poor contribution to the franchise, this game is a real dissapontment when it comes to talk about a ps4 launch game, not as bad as Knack, but stlll a mediocre game, very weak IA, this is not a good game at all.
    No improvements over the previous releases, this is what the ps4 have to offer? really? this must be a joke, someone please show me a good ps4 game before i decide never buy that system
  23. HaloFever
    May 8, 2016
    6
    Killzone Shadowfall is called Shadowfail for a reason. Most of the game is B level effort that the developer expects you to play like AAA game. The story is non-sensical, and tries to make you empathize with space Nazis. You just can't empathize with space Nazis. Maybe you will feel bad for the civilians who have to live in the space Nazi side of the planet, but their plight is the faultKillzone Shadowfall is called Shadowfail for a reason. Most of the game is B level effort that the developer expects you to play like AAA game. The story is non-sensical, and tries to make you empathize with space Nazis. You just can't empathize with space Nazis. Maybe you will feel bad for the civilians who have to live in the space Nazi side of the planet, but their plight is the fault of the space Nazis. A poor story alone has never ruined an otherwise fun game. Too bad Shadowfail has frustrating, outdated gameplay. Perhaps I was put off by the not 1, not 2, but at least 4 tutorials in the game. Grenades take 10 seconds to throw, and you will be killed by enemy fire before you can throw one. Enemies have X-Ray binocular vision and have no problem shooting a moving target and making cover is almost worthless. The levels themselves are made non-sensical by arbitrary use of fences or piles of rubble. At least 25% of the game is spent looking for the waypoint. One frustrating set of levels uses the same non-sensical logic puzzle. You need to disable sentry devices in the same way. Moving forward, however, has nothing to do with disabling the sentries devices themselves. The same is true of missions where you have to defend a position while you wait for a computer to activate or an aircraft to land. The event only occurs when all enemies are elimited. Other portions of the game are nearly broken, with one boss fight going far too long when the invisible boss went missing for several minutes.

    Shadowfail may have decent multiplayer, but I will never know. The on-line lobbies are all Ghost towns in 2016. Considering the mediocre response to this game, that's not surprising. I am assuming Shadowfail is the end of the Killzone series. If Shadowfail is any indication, that's a good thing.    … Expand
  24. nerdman67
    Mar 11, 2014
    5
    Though graphically strong, the game has little substance beyond the first two missions. A solid shooter, but youve seen all it does after the first 30 minutes. The story is somewhat interesting, but wasted behind bland characters and uninteresting dialogue.
    The multiplayer would be a redeeming factor if it did anything that wasnt mediocre. Slow paced with a lacking community, there is    Though graphically strong, the game has little substance beyond the first two missions. A solid shooter, but youve seen all it does after the first 30 minutes. The story is somewhat interesting, but wasted behind bland characters and uninteresting dialogue.
    The multiplayer would be a redeeming factor if it did anything that wasnt mediocre. Slow paced with a lacking community, there is little fun to be had and it feels like a missed opportunity.
    This is definitely a game to buy from the bargain bin.    … Expand
  25. GentlemanCritic
    Mar 15, 2014
    6
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Honestly. I cannot give this game more than a six. I am very sorry fanboys, But this is just not up to par. AI Stands around like a confused duck unless you walk up to them, When suddenly they turn their Aimbot on, Its like playing CallOfDuty with an pissed off 8 year old using hacks. The guns are hard to use, As literally, You aim down the scope, **** about a bit then look around for enemies, When you realise you've backtracked to the start of the level, The OWL is ****ing retarded, I'll aim at something for it to hack and it'll go and shoot it. Weapons are impossible to find ammo for, "Oh, Nevermind, I'll sacrifice my OP Pistol" walk around the level for a minute, "Ooh, An ammo box. Goody goody. I just lost a pistol which I wont get back. Ever.". That will be a normal situation for these Killzone fanboys, This game is just, Bad; I never understood what the story was going with, The graphics were great but I'm fairly certain that was the only thing that kept me playing, Until the end. Where my father shot me. Hm. Nice story there.
    Gentleman.    … Expand
  26. Godofwar1971
    Mar 20, 2014
    7
    I enjoyed this game a lot, nice graphics and fluent gameplay. Unfortunately the multiplayer was not that great and there a not too many players.
    On the other hand the game is nothing special, just another shooter so i give it a 7.
  27. puchjd
    Jun 30, 2014
    7
    The good: very nice graphics, decent gameplay, fun multiplayer.
    The bad: AI is dumb, generic weapons, boring story

    I would recommend not to buy this game at full price.
  28. FranksFeedback
    Apr 23, 2014
    7
    Warning. Do NOT determine your purchase on one mans opinion, preferals and reviews. This review contains somewhat harsh feedback but i enjoy this game to an extend and would not regret my 60 euro purchase if i didn't get it as a birthday present.

    Killzone Shadow fall is a good game, but as a big Killzone fan it pains me to admit this game is overall the least impressive game in the    Warning. Do NOT determine your purchase on one mans opinion, preferals and reviews. This review contains somewhat harsh feedback but i enjoy this game to an extend and would not regret my 60 euro purchase if i didn't get it as a birthday present.

    Killzone Shadow fall is a good game, but as a big Killzone fan it pains me to admit this game is overall the least impressive game in the franchise. The talented FPS developer Guerrilla finally went to the right direction with the story but failed to deliver what it was supposed to become and brought us an underdeveloped story with even less likeable characters than in the previous games with sometimes silly voice acting. Whats worse is the flawed game design, a.i, confusing empty open levels, broken stealth elements during the campaign.

    The Multiplayer design is great and you can see developers like Eric Boltjes did their best to listen to fan feedback ad much as possible by making it more teambased than killzone 3. Sadly, the overall dramaticly changed art design and set pieces, which always made the franchise distinct from the typical generic shooters just made it lose its identity and soul.

    Contrary to previous killzones, Shadow fall has a more arcady feel, uninspiring looking weapons, gun sounds and sounds of explosions that sound more like arcade machines, rather than feeling like you're on an actual futuristic warfield. Overall, this is a decent, yet the in my opinion best MP shooter that launched up until Titanfall but this is a terrible changd for Killzone fans. For me, Killzone Shadow Fall is an ok, pretty fun Multiplayer shooter with the name Killzone attached to it and the overall change of pace, set pieces and art direction made it lose its Soul.

    I really want to see another Killzone game but an actual sequel to Killzone 2 and 3. More colours are fine but please Guerrilla keep the same set pieces and pacing and overall art design and weight the fanbase expected from a Killzone game instead of focussing on a on existent fanbase.

    Pros
    Beautiful visuals
    Very Solid, fun, team oriented multiplayer!

    Cons
    Very Disappointing and frustrating second half of the campaign
    Underdeveloped Story and Characters
    Uninspiring weapons
    No epic gun sounds and sounds from explosions
    Lacking the epic set pieces and living environment that was present in the Multiplayer in Killzone 3. (My biggest issue)

    Killzone Shadow Fall has a lot of design flaws and changes that are less appealing to many, but fortunately for the team oriented MP fanatics, the Multiplayer is impressive to say at least and a lot of fun once you addapt.

    Based on my experience i give Killzone Shadow Fall a 7.5/10.    … Expand
  29. VenkmanGB35
    Jun 2, 2014
    6
    Finished this game last night and really enjoyed it. The shooting mechanics are solid and each weapon has a distinct feel. I also thought the OWL was a cool addition (and a MUST HAVE) in difficult firefights. As far as the graphics go- they are beautiful, easily the best I've seen on PS4. The city views are stunning and really help you to feel immersed. The story was OK, nothing new orFinished this game last night and really enjoyed it. The shooting mechanics are solid and each weapon has a distinct feel. I also thought the OWL was a cool addition (and a MUST HAVE) in difficult firefights. As far as the graphics go- they are beautiful, easily the best I've seen on PS4. The city views are stunning and really help you to feel immersed. The story was OK, nothing new or especially engaging but the ending was memorable. Hint- don't turn off the game when the credits come on! The only other thing I wish the game had was more side missions. Sure you can collect comic pages, newspapers and audiologs but I never really felt the need to look around or explore. Overall a fun experience and worth a playthrough but not a game I'd buy and invest a 2nd run-through in.… Expand
  30. kevmclay82
    Jun 25, 2014
    7
    First off i'm a huge Killzone fan I own and still play most of the titles don't own a psp or vita so know nothing about them.
    The secondary fire is back thrilled about that was pissed 2 and 3 didn't have them.
    The graphic are stunning. But the story is weak really weak. And there are some punishing difficulty spikes in parts of this game. I'd wait for a price drop if your going to get    First off i'm a huge Killzone fan I own and still play most of the titles don't own a psp or vita so know nothing about them.
    The secondary fire is back thrilled about that was pissed 2 and 3 didn't have them.
    The graphic are stunning.
    But the story is weak really weak.
    And there are some punishing difficulty spikes in parts of this game.
    I'd wait for a price drop if your going to get this game.    … Expand
  31. SimonTemplar
    Jul 5, 2014
    6
    At times Killzone: Shadow Fall is a very stunning game visually, but if you are anything like me you are looking for something more than just beautiful graphics. The story is very boring and forgettable. My biggest gripe is the linear nature of the game which you see more evident towards the end. Why didn't they make this an open world game? The mega city they designed is amazing,At times Killzone: Shadow Fall is a very stunning game visually, but if you are anything like me you are looking for something more than just beautiful graphics. The story is very boring and forgettable. My biggest gripe is the linear nature of the game which you see more evident towards the end. Why didn't they make this an open world game? The mega city they designed is amazing, leaving players wishing they could explore it all. However, I do understand that would be a daunting task for most developers. The soundtrack in my opinion is very good and sets the tone of the game quite well. I would've rated this game a 7/10, however, the multiplayer is my biggest disappointment. For starters, I am not a pro gamer, or someone who has hours and hours to invest into a game to become good at it. They made it very difficult for casual gamers to pick this one up and hold their own in multiplayer, seeing how they didn't include any aim assist. It's almost impossible for me to stay on targets which most times ends up getting me killed. I'm not sure why they went with no aim assist. Did they feel like they were doing mlg gamers justice by not adding it? I do feel as if the game is worth a buy at $30-$40 for a play through. The game isn't horrible, but it definitely isn't a 9 or 10 quality game. This was my first Killzone game, and could be my last if they do not implement a more manageable multiplayer experience, along with a more thrilling and intriguing quest line and world to explore.… Expand
  32. Raviel1827
    Aug 19, 2014
    6
    Back in 2012 the gaming community went up in arms about how 343i screwed up with a beloved franchise (Halo) by making it more CoDish. Halo 4 still felt like Halo to me.

    Guerillas new shooter, claims to be Killzone but even if the Helghast and the Vektans are in it, it still doesn't feel like Killzone. It used to be slugish feel of handling the weapons, this is definitely not the case in    Back in 2012 the gaming community went up in arms about how 343i screwed up with a beloved franchise (Halo) by making it more CoDish. Halo 4 still felt like Halo to me.

    Guerillas new shooter, claims to be Killzone but even if the Helghast and the Vektans are in it, it still doesn't feel like Killzone. It used to be slugish feel of handling the weapons, this is definitely not the case in Shadow Fall. It used to have fun, innovative weapons, now it's only the main weapon that is interesting... Where the hell is the Boltgun?!?! The main characters used to be the center of attention in the previous games, like how they interacted with one another but now we don't know how he looks like and he has no charisma compared to the other protagonists.

    With all that said, It's still a decent shooter. The problems are that the enemy might get stuck in a few places, at some points in the cinematics (gorgeous) there'll be a dramatic pause (I think that's what it's supposed to be) that drags on for too long. No weapon feels as good to use as the main gun and that you never really need another gun unless it's for armoured robots.

    It's a beautiful game that just happens to be a little to dependent on the visuals, which are amazingly detailed and as stated earlier, gorgeous. However, it could've been alot better. 6 because there's no Boltgun. 7 otherwise    … Expand
  33. Artur95
    Sep 16, 2014
    7
    It is a good game, the best thing of this game is the graphics. It beats every other PS4 game graphics. The story is good, but it gets frustrating and boring. The gameplay is nice, weapons are awesome and the touchpad tools too. Also pvp is not so great, it is an average shooter multiplayer.
  34. Pilotdaboss
    Sep 7, 2014
    5
    Killzone Shadow Fall has one of the best graphics I've ever seen in video games. But, the single player missions were boring and it was like playing killzone 1, 2, and 3. I was expecting something new or something that I've never experienced before. What I like about it is that you can use the touch pad to control your robot. Multiplayer is stupid because in every match people are spawnKillzone Shadow Fall has one of the best graphics I've ever seen in video games. But, the single player missions were boring and it was like playing killzone 1, 2, and 3. I was expecting something new or something that I've never experienced before. What I like about it is that you can use the touch pad to control your robot. Multiplayer is stupid because in every match people are spawn killing and your stuck in that base till the match is over. I am a fan of killzone but I am sad to see this game to be one of the worst games I've ever played… Expand
  35. Mosh603
    Nov 19, 2014
    7
    I was a huge fan Killzone 1 and 2 on the PS2. Especially Killzone 1; For its time it was far ahead of many FPS games. So, here comes Killzone Shadow Fall for the PS4, I picked the game up expecting something a lot more than what I received. The graphics were good, and the gameplay mechanics were great, as always with Killzone. But everything else felt very dull and lackluster to me. I feltI was a huge fan Killzone 1 and 2 on the PS2. Especially Killzone 1; For its time it was far ahead of many FPS games. So, here comes Killzone Shadow Fall for the PS4, I picked the game up expecting something a lot more than what I received. The graphics were good, and the gameplay mechanics were great, as always with Killzone. But everything else felt very dull and lackluster to me. I felt like I was playing every other FPS shooter game; "run here, kill enemies, run here, kill enemies, ambushed, kill enemies, etc". I ended up returning it to GameStop after about 6 hours of gameplay and never touching it again.

    Overall, Killzone Shadow Fall is a great example of what happens when developers draw out games for too long. They had a great franchise but they beat it to death. Still, I would recommend this game to someone looking for a decent FPS game on this PS4, but it wouldn't be my first game recommendation to someone.    … Expand
  36. jelikey
    Feb 4, 2023
    7
    This game has some really cool mechanics but the story is pretty much garbage and the campaign gets really boring fast. I found myself just wishing the mission would end. That's not a good thing. But I was really impressed with the multiplayer. It turned out to be actually be really fun!
  37. rvechiato
    Oct 2, 2014
    7
    The graphics are incredible, and the details of the world are impressive historiography of the single player is good, not the best game of the genre or the game of the year, but it's worth a little attention to this title, which tends to greatly improve the fufuro
  38. DrZomboid
    Oct 22, 2014
    6
    Superb graphic but zero story and boring campaign.
    Multiplayer is ok but so slow a heavy feel for me.
    This game is much worst then Killzone 3 and the best KZ game is still 2.
  39. DanishDan
    Dec 22, 2015
    6
    Not a bad game, not amazing. Campaign was good in parts, but sometimes felt a bit meaningless, and the last mission with the stealth was VERY frustrating. OWL was interesting, but felt more of a gimmick.
  40. Tharduz
    Oct 12, 2014
    7
    This is a fun game even when sometimes is a little annoying, a little generic FPS nothing special, just some beautiful environments, not very replayable.
  41. MiseryBY
    Oct 13, 2014
    7
    ะŸั€ะพ Shadow Fall ะพัะพะฑะพ ะดะพะปะณะพ ะณะพะฒะพั€ะธั‚ัŒ ะฝะต ะฝัƒะถะฝะพ, ะดะฐ ะธ ะฝะต ะฟะพะปัƒั‡ะธั‚ัั. ะ˜ะณั€ะฐ ะฟะพะปัƒั‡ะธะปะฐััŒ ะฑะตะทัƒัะปะพะฒะฝะพ ะพั‡ะตะฝัŒ ะบั€ะฐัะธะฒะพะน, ั€ะฐัะบั€ั‹ะฒะฐัŽั‰ะตะน ะธ ะฟะพะบะฐะทั‹ะฒะฐัŽั‰ะตะน ะฝะฐะผ ะฒะพะทะผะพะถะฝะพัั‚ะธ ะฝะพะฒะพะน ะบะพะฝัะพะปะธ, ะพะดะฝะฐะบะพ ัƒ ะฝะตั‘ ะตัั‚ัŒ ะดะพัั‚ะฐั‚ะพั‡ะฝะพ ะฒะตัะพะผั‹ะต ะผะธะฝัƒัั‹, ะบะพั‚ะพั€ั‹ะต ะดะตะปะฐัŽั‚ ะตั‘ ะฝะต ะปัƒั‡ัˆะตะน ะšะธะปะทะพะฝะพะน ะธะท ะฒัะตั… ะฒั‹ัˆะตะดัˆะธั…. ะ’ะพ-ะฟะตั€ะฒั‹ั…, ััŽะถะตั‚ ะฒ ะธะณั€ะต, ั…ะพั‚ัŒ ัั‚ะพ ะธ ัˆัƒั‚ะตั€, ะฒัั‘ ั€ะฐะฒะฝะพ ะดะพะปะถะตะฝ ะฑั‹ั‚ัŒ. ะ˜ ะถะตะปะฐั‚ะตะปัŒะฝะพ, ั‡ั‚ะพะฑั‹ ะพะฝ ะฝะต ั‡ะธั‚ะฐะปัั ะฝะฐ 2-3 ะณะปะฐะฒั‹ ะฒะฟะตั€ั‘ะด,ะŸั€ะพ Shadow Fall ะพัะพะฑะพ ะดะพะปะณะพ ะณะพะฒะพั€ะธั‚ัŒ ะฝะต ะฝัƒะถะฝะพ, ะดะฐ ะธ ะฝะต ะฟะพะปัƒั‡ะธั‚ัั. ะ˜ะณั€ะฐ ะฟะพะปัƒั‡ะธะปะฐััŒ ะฑะตะทัƒัะปะพะฒะฝะพ ะพั‡ะตะฝัŒ ะบั€ะฐัะธะฒะพะน, ั€ะฐัะบั€ั‹ะฒะฐัŽั‰ะตะน ะธ ะฟะพะบะฐะทั‹ะฒะฐัŽั‰ะตะน ะฝะฐะผ ะฒะพะทะผะพะถะฝะพัั‚ะธ ะฝะพะฒะพะน ะบะพะฝัะพะปะธ, ะพะดะฝะฐะบะพ ัƒ ะฝะตั‘ ะตัั‚ัŒ ะดะพัั‚ะฐั‚ะพั‡ะฝะพ ะฒะตัะพะผั‹ะต ะผะธะฝัƒัั‹, ะบะพั‚ะพั€ั‹ะต ะดะตะปะฐัŽั‚ ะตั‘ ะฝะต ะปัƒั‡ัˆะตะน ะšะธะปะทะพะฝะพะน ะธะท ะฒัะตั… ะฒั‹ัˆะตะดัˆะธั…. ะ’ะพ-ะฟะตั€ะฒั‹ั…, ััŽะถะตั‚ ะฒ ะธะณั€ะต, ั…ะพั‚ัŒ ัั‚ะพ ะธ ัˆัƒั‚ะตั€, ะฒัั‘ ั€ะฐะฒะฝะพ ะดะพะปะถะตะฝ ะฑั‹ั‚ัŒ. ะ˜ ะถะตะปะฐั‚ะตะปัŒะฝะพ, ั‡ั‚ะพะฑั‹ ะพะฝ ะฝะต ั‡ะธั‚ะฐะปัั ะฝะฐ 2-3 ะณะปะฐะฒั‹ ะฒะฟะตั€ั‘ะด, ั‡ั‚ะพะฑั‹ ะพะฝ ั…ะพั‚ัŒ ะธะฝะพะณะดะฐ, ะฝะพ ะทะฐัั‚ะฐะฒะปัะป ัƒะดะธะฒะธั‚ัŒัั ะฟั€ะพะธัั…ะพะดัั‰ะตะผัƒ ะฝะฐ ัะบั€ะฐะฝะต. ะšะธะปะทะพะฝ ัั‚ะธะผ ะฟะพั…ะฒะฐัั‚ะฐั‚ัŒัั ะฝะต ัะผะพะณ. ะ˜ะณั€ะฐ ัะพะดะตั€ะถะธั‚ ะฒ ัะตะฑะต ะฟะฐั€ะพั‡ะบัƒ ะธะฝั‚ะตั€ะตัะฝั‹ั… ะผะพะผะตะฝั‚ะพะฒ, ะบะพั‚ะพั€ั‹ะผะธ ะธะณั€ะฐ ะผะพะถะตั‚ ะทะฐะฟะพะผะฝะธั‚ัั, ะฝะต ะฑะพะปะตะต ั‚ะพะณะพ. ะšะพะฝั†ะพะฒะบะฐ ะธ ะฒะพะฒัะต ะผัƒั‚ะฝะฐั. ะžะดะฝะฐะบะพ, ัั‚ะพะธั‚ ะพั‚ะผะตั‚ะธั‚ัŒ, ั‡ั‚ะพ ะธะณั€ะฐ ะฒะพัˆะปะฐ ะฒ ัั‚ะฐั€ั‚ะพะฒัƒัŽ ะปะธะฝะตะนะบัƒ ะธะณั€ ะพั‚ Sony, ะธ ะผะพะถะฝะพ ัะดะตะปะฐั‚ัŒ ะฝะตะฑะพะปัŒัˆะธะต ะฟะพะฑะปะฐะถะบะธ ะธะณั€ะต, ะบะฐะบ "ะฟะตั€ะฒะพะพั‚ะบั€ั‹ะฒะฐั‚ะตะปัŽ" ะธ ะฑะตะฝั‡ะผะฐั€ะบัƒ ะฝะพะฒะพะน ะบะพะฝัะพะปะธ. ะ˜ั‚ะพะณ: ะฏ ัั‚ะฐะฒะปัŽ ะธะณั€ะต ัั€ะตะดะฝัŽัŽ ะพั†ะตะฝะบัƒ ะทะฐ ะณั€ะฐั„ะธั‡ะตัะบะธะต ะบะฐะบะธะต-ะฝะธะบะฐะบะธะต, ะฝะพ ะธะฝะฝะพะฒะฐั†ะธะธ ะธ ะฝะตะบะพั‚ะพั€ั‹ะต ะพั‡ะตะฝัŒ ะทะฐะผะตั‡ะฐั‚ะตะปัŒะฝั‹ะต ะณะปะฐะฒั‹, ะบะพั‚ะพั€ั‹ะต ะดะตะนัั‚ะฒะธั‚ะตะปัŒะฝะพ ะทะฐะฟะพะผะฝะธะปะธััŒ. ะกั‚ะพะธั‚ ะพั‚ะผะตั‚ะธั‚ัŒ ะพั‚ะดะตะปัŒะฝั‹ะผ ัะปะพะฒะพ ัƒะฟั€ะฐะฒะปะตะฝะธะต ะดั€ะพะฝะพะผ ะฝะฐ ั‚ะฐั‡ะฟะฐะดะต, ัั‚ะพ ะฑั‹ะปะพ ะฝะพะฒะพ ะธ ะธะฝั‚ะตั€ะตัะฝะพ. ะžั†ะตะฝะบะฐ 7 ะธะท 10.… Expand
  42. chayshirin
    Jun 25, 2016
    7
    +
    great graphics
    Enjoyable gun play
    interesting, useful gadgets
    OK story

    -
    not enough enemies to shoot!
    stupid, long, boring puzzles

    Despite its major flaws, the game manages to be fun for most of its course.
  43. MiseryPS4
    Oct 20, 2014
    7
    About Shadow Fall particularly long talk is not necessary, and will not work. The game turned out certainly very beautiful, revealing and showing us the possibility of a new console, but it has a fairly significant disadvantages that make it not the best of all Killzone. Firstly, the story of the game, even it is a shooter, still should be. And it is desirable that the plot is not viewedAbout Shadow Fall particularly long talk is not necessary, and will not work. The game turned out certainly very beautiful, revealing and showing us the possibility of a new console, but it has a fairly significant disadvantages that make it not the best of all Killzone. Firstly, the story of the game, even it is a shooter, still should be. And it is desirable that the plot is not viewed by 2-3 chapters ahead to the story though sometimes forced to wonder what is happening on the screen. Killzone boast could not. The game contains a couple of interesting points, which the game may be remembered. Ending at all muddy. However, it is worth noting that the game came into the starting line of games from Sony, and it is possible to make small concessions to the game as a "pioneer" and benchmark of the new console. Bottom line: I put the game an average rating for the graphics, but the innovation and some very remarkable chapters that really memorable. It is worth noting a separate word controling drone on the touchpad, it was new and interesting. Ranked # 7 of 10.… Expand
  44. Lycria
    Oct 9, 2016
    6
    As a launch title for the PS4 it really shows off what the PS4 can do. It serves as a great tech demo for the system and gives me high hopes for the future. With that that said I haven't played a Killzone since the first one on PS2, and i never thought that game was all that great of a game. While this one has bettered some of the things i thought the original had faulted with, it stillAs a launch title for the PS4 it really shows off what the PS4 can do. It serves as a great tech demo for the system and gives me high hopes for the future. With that that said I haven't played a Killzone since the first one on PS2, and i never thought that game was all that great of a game. While this one has bettered some of the things i thought the original had faulted with, it still does a poor job of creating a truly "next gen" experience.

    There were a lot of frustrating moments in the game that served little more then a test of patience. Also for an odd design choice the starting rifle you start with cannot be dropped. If you play on any of the higher difficulties and use the weapon a lot you will be finding yourself stuck with one empty weapon and struggling to find another weapon to use for the next wave of enemies.

    Killzone has the illusion of a good weapon variety, but you'll mostly only come across Heligan weapons and most of them just feel the same. I would go from rifle to rifle, and without maybe the difference in attachments (grenade launcher, scope, ect) the guns just felt the same.

    The story it self is engaging enough, but feel lack luster compared to other modern shooters. It kept me going but of course the end left me in a "wtf just happened" moment" and a sequelbait ending. The opening of the game does a well enough job to set up the game so that you don't have to play the previous 3 games to understand what is going on, but the reason that the Heligan are on the IAS home world is just baffling.

    Overall it is slightly above average as far as other modern shooters that are available. If you love FPS games and want to see what type of graphics the PS4 can do then it might be worth a buy at its reduced price.    … Expand
  45. Freddo222
    Apr 7, 2015
    6
    Unbelievable nice presentation but rather mediocre every were else. At best its solid but nothing special. There are some moments in the game that really let it shine but there are also a lot of boring and repetitive firefights. I personally thing that Killzone 2 and 3 are way better games! But you can get ist for like 15โ‚ฌ so you should give it a try!
  46. dacritic82
    Apr 23, 2015
    7
    This game is great as a launch title for showcasing what the PS4 could be able to deliver. It takes full advantage of the PS4 controller (something than more recent games fail to do) and the multiplayer is probably its best part.

    On the other hand, the graphics are good, but not awesome. The story sets out to be interesting, but after a few hours it will turn out to be dull and    This game is great as a launch title for showcasing what the PS4 could be able to deliver. It takes full advantage of the PS4 controller (something than more recent games fail to do) and the multiplayer is probably its best part.

    On the other hand, the graphics are good, but not awesome. The story sets out to be interesting, but after a few hours it will turn out to be dull and repetitive. It's pretty much the same with the weapons and everything else in it.

    It's worth a shot if you got it for free when you bought the console, as I did, or if you find an incredible deal.    … Expand
  47. RealHelghast
    Jun 27, 2018
    7
    Does Killzone Shadow Fall live up to its predecessors? Let's find out. Guerilla accepted the honor of having Killzone Shadow Fall be a launch title for the PS4 to showcase the power of its graphics. It is a very visually stunning game, probably one of the most beautiful I've played to date. You may even forget that you're playing a shooter with the gorgeous backgrounds. However, being aDoes Killzone Shadow Fall live up to its predecessors? Let's find out. Guerilla accepted the honor of having Killzone Shadow Fall be a launch title for the PS4 to showcase the power of its graphics. It is a very visually stunning game, probably one of the most beautiful I've played to date. You may even forget that you're playing a shooter with the gorgeous backgrounds. However, being a launch title also meant the game was rushed and lacked content at launch. Initially, warzones had very limited options which impacted the game with negative reviews and a low playerbase. While there have been numerous improvements, the damage had already been done. I just picked up a copy of the game cheap and the numbers in multiplayer are still low. I feel like Guerilla focused too much on the number of weapons available and weapon attachments instead of focusing on gameplay. They also left out four important classes from the previous 2 games, the medic, the engineer, the tactician and the infiltrator. Instead they rolled three of those classes into the support class and the infiltrator returned as the insurgent, but it was no where near as good as the originals. Killzone 2 was fun. There were enough weapons and you could mix and match abilities with each class to play how you wanted to play. It was 32 player online which meant constant action. There was always a fight going on somewhere. Killzone 3 and SF were rather dull in that regard. Also, you could do some real damage with rockets and the grenade launcher in Killzone 2. That was blast, pun intended. You also got a grenade count of three. You can get extra throwables in SF, but you have to buy them with valor as a boost and it only lasts one round. I also didn't like how I had to press right on the D-Pad to use stun blast. This felt awkward as you have to momentarily stop moving your toon to use the stun blast ability which leaves you vulnerable to attack. Multiplayer is about speed and mobility and you can't afford to stop moving even for a second. I haven't played the campaign mode so I can't review the game there. My primary focus is multiplayer. However, I have heard that it's not that good. From what I do know about the story, Helghan has become a lifeless rock which is uninhabitable. The Helghast were granted half of Vekta as their new home to make up for the atrocity committed during the war. I had hoped for something different at the end of Killzone 3. I was hoping the war would go to Earth and we'd get a Helghast campaign. Instead we got a story that made little sense. There's no way the VSA would allow the Helghast onto their homeworld because the two factions were bitter enemies. The original Killzone had the best story with Templar, Luger, Haaka, and Rico. Killzone 2 was OK, and Killzone 3 was more about Hollywood style action. I hope that we get a better Killzone 5 or a reboot of the series that picks up where Killzone 2 left off and does away with 3 and SF. I still gave the game an 8 though because the graphics are great, the music is good, the gameplay isn't as good as KZ2 but it's above average and has marked improvements in the series. The gave the support class a spawn beacon so there's no more base camping. They also give you the ability to create your own warzone. However, I still want the old 16v16 32 multiplayer back from Killzone 2. There were no lag issues with 32 players.… Expand
  48. emlugo123
    Feb 26, 2015
    6
    This game was more to showoff the graphics of the PS4 which was effective. However, due to that, the campaign really suffers and I wasn't interested in it at all. Multiplayer is really fun though!
  49. UnKn0wN_DiSeAsE
    Apr 2, 2015
    5
    Sadly, I knew from the opening sequence that this game wasn't going to be very good. I had high expectations that were not only not met but actually dashed to bits. In a nutshell, this game stinks.

    First is the environment. Forget the lush visuals of the trailers and promos. at least 80% of the game will be spent in dark rooms, hallways, corridors, outer space, spacecraft, vent shafts    Sadly, I knew from the opening sequence that this game wasn't going to be very good. I had high expectations that were not only not met but actually dashed to bits. In a nutshell, this game stinks.

    First is the environment. Forget the lush visuals of the trailers and promos. at least 80% of the game will be spent in dark rooms, hallways, corridors, outer space, spacecraft, vent shafts and other drab environments. Second, the navigation stinks. The navigation and objective markers are very confusing at times. And that's only when the directional objective marker actually feels like appearing (there were several times I tried to invoke it, only to get a text display of my objective and nothing more). It can be more confusing than helpful at times, especially when it rotates 360 degrees, like when you're in outer space, zero gravity or on a multi-level structure. And some of the mission objectives are just downright confusing. You'll get a vague hint like "assist so and so" but it doesn't tell you that this assistance involves several steps that aren't very intuitive.

    The weapons for the most part are decent but there are major shortcomings. For instance, the game loves to put you in rooms full of ammunition and weapons like you're in a candy store but you can only carry a ridiculously small supply. You get one primary weapon, one secondary and a max capacity refill of reach. There are two types of grenades but you can only carry one type at a time. When you're looking at a weapon on the ground, you can see the specs for it but the lame comparison leaves a lot to be desired. Instead of orange and green bars to indicate more or less power, just do a side by side. The worst glitch with the weapons is that some of them will simply refuse stop working and refuse to fire. There is no explanation, no little text message to say "too close to target" an indication that the weapon is empty or anything. Nope, you just sit there pressing R2 like a maniac while getting riddled by the enemy. As if ridiculous cheapness were';t enough, the AI enemies even do little victory dances over your body and take cell phone pics of their kill. So after the game fails on you, it celebrates its failure in tacky fashion.

    There are adrenaline packs that you can use during battle. They will restore your health and also give you a temporary slowed down Matrix style "bullet time" boost. It's helpful when facing a few enemies but pretty much useless when needed most, against scores of enemies as you'll encounter in the latter stages of the game. Like the weapons, they also seem to disappear without warning when you need them most. I'll start a new section with a full supply of adrenaline packs but somehow go down and see the message "no adrenaline packs available".

    The tactical echo and O.W.L. were the only two things that really stood out about the game and even they had their faults. They are usually excellent tools in your arsenal, especially for helping deal with the darker environments. The tactical echo acts almost like a heat sensor, displaying enemy silhouettes through walls, doors or floors. The O.W.L. is your personal drone that is capable of providing a shield, attacking enemies, disabling enemy shields and hacking computer systems which accomplishes numerous objectives like disabling alarms, opening doors, navigating ships, disabling security systems, etc. Unfortunately, when you use the most useful features like shield and pulse, it quickly drains the O.W.L. and it will end up off in a corner recharging when you really need it. Also, as far as engagement, although it occasionally kills enemies, (more in the beginning than latter stages), by the last few chapters of the game, it amounts to little more than a distraction and hacking device. 99% of the enemies will need to be dispatched by you.

    All in all, I played the game only because I paid for it. I can wholeheartedly say if this were offered free as a PS-Plus game of the month or some other deal, I likely would have deleted it by now. I would not buy the game again if given the chance all over again, but everyone has different tastes. My advice is to watch a couple play through videos online just to get a grasp of the environment you'll actually be playing in versus the much prettier environments shown in the ads. Might not hurt to rent it first as well, if you're able to do so. Otherwise, grab it in a bargain bin as cheap as possible or wait to see if Sony offers it as a free PS plus game (highly likely in the near future) if you simply must have it.

    However, if frequently getting lost in dark environments with malfunctioning weapons and vague directives while having enemies twerk over your body and take cell phone pics after a ridiculously cheap kill seems like fun, then dive on in. This is the game for you!    … Expand
  50. GamingPoptartTV
    Apr 7, 2016
    5
    The graphics were amazing. Sadly, that is the only good thing about this game. The gameplay was very clunky for a FPS, the multiplayer modes were set up terribly and were flat out boring, and the game lacked story. It was the worst FPS I've played in a while.
  51. josesueiro
    Apr 15, 2016
    7
    Killzone Shadow Fall is a first-person shooter video game developed by Guerrilla Games and published by Sony Computer Entertainment

    Killzone Shadow Fall opts for a more open-ended, stealth-based approach. Levels are much more open than in previous games, allowing for multiple ways/routes to complete objectives. Also in Shadow Fall, for the first half of the campaign, the player is alone    Killzone Shadow Fall is a first-person shooter video game developed by Guerrilla Games and published by Sony Computer Entertainment

    Killzone Shadow Fall opts for a more open-ended, stealth-based approach. Levels are much more open than in previous games, allowing for multiple ways/routes to complete objectives. Also in Shadow Fall, for the first half of the campaign, the player is alone in firefights, with the OWL as the player's only companion, which is able to lay down cover fire, among other abilities. During the second half onward, the player is occasionally joined by Echo as an ally, where she is able to snipe enemies marked by the player    … Expand
  52. WackoDaSniper
    Mar 22, 2016
    7
    A launch title for PS4. Good graphics and gameplay, multiplayer was bleh and campaign was no where near as good as KZ3. KZ3 is the definitive KZ, not this.
  53. karlti8
    Mar 25, 2015
    7
    The gameplay is fluid and has good FPS mechanics.Graphics are good being a PS4 release game.Is not the the best PS4 game or even a great PS4 game but is a good one and will bring you some hours of correct FPS game an a decent history and characters development.
  54. Termin8ter
    Mar 18, 2016
    6
    Killzone Shadow Fall is an average attempt to bring Killzone back into the limelight. The graphics in Shadow Fall are amazing, and they really show off the power of the PS4, unfortunately, everything else about Shadow Fall fails miserably. Firstly, the AI is as dumb as a rock, enemies will run straight into your line of fire, being instantly shredded apart by your bullets. Secondly, TheKillzone Shadow Fall is an average attempt to bring Killzone back into the limelight. The graphics in Shadow Fall are amazing, and they really show off the power of the PS4, unfortunately, everything else about Shadow Fall fails miserably. Firstly, the AI is as dumb as a rock, enemies will run straight into your line of fire, being instantly shredded apart by your bullets. Secondly, The story is very lackluster and forgettable, I don't remember any of the characters' names. The multiplayer should keep you playing for a couple of weeks though, it is pretty good. In short, only buy Shadow Fall if your'e a hardcore Killzone fan, but for the rest of us, there are other shooters in the market. I'm sure Guerilla will deliver with Horizon Zero Dawn.… Expand
  55. Sky-Line___
    Apr 24, 2015
    6
    I guess Killzone was the best PS4-launch game. Good graphics, a sort of showcase for the PS4. But when you play it, you realize that Killzone has a poor content. The solo mode is short and the scenario is mediocre. Multiplayer mode is a deception too. It is too simple, not deep enough, you cannot spend hours on KZ unless you never played any other good multiplayer FPS.

    There is a coop    I guess Killzone was the best PS4-launch game. Good graphics, a sort of showcase for the PS4. But when you play it, you realize that Killzone has a poor content. The solo mode is short and the scenario is mediocre. Multiplayer mode is a deception too. It is too simple, not deep enough, you cannot spend hours on KZ unless you never played any other good multiplayer FPS.

    There is a coop mode, but a 15โ‚ฌ DLC of course    … Expand
  56. eternal_napalm
    May 28, 2015
    7
    Killzone Shadow Fall is a good game. It has fun shooting, diversity with puzzles and environments, amazing artwork and good level design. The Owl defense drone allows for tactical gameplay as well.

    The story, however, is below average and characters outside of Echo aren't interesting. Echo is a good character, though. The UI is a mess, and gunplay, while solid, could be a little    Killzone Shadow Fall is a good game. It has fun shooting, diversity with puzzles and environments, amazing artwork and good level design. The Owl defense drone allows for tactical gameplay as well.

    The story, however, is below average and characters outside of Echo aren't interesting. Echo is a good character, though. The UI is a mess, and gunplay, while solid, could be a little tighter.

    A good game overall definitely worth 10-15 hours of fun.    … Expand
  57. superdonkey
    May 27, 2015
    5
    this game should have been called killzone: autocad max as thats all it feels like, a flashy cad model simulator. ooh look at the nice gfx, yes they are nice and very smooth so whilst the level design and art guys did a great job the gameplay guys forgot to turn up for work. this is boring, the story is a mash of nonsense and the combat is like a fallover dead simulator but that doesntthis game should have been called killzone: autocad max as thats all it feels like, a flashy cad model simulator. ooh look at the nice gfx, yes they are nice and very smooth so whilst the level design and art guys did a great job the gameplay guys forgot to turn up for work. this is boring, the story is a mash of nonsense and the combat is like a fallover dead simulator but that doesnt matter as it restarts you ten paces back.
    im happy my policy of only ever buying second hand games means i paid 1/5th of full price but even that seems like too much.    … Expand
  58. PeterAlexander
    Jan 7, 2016
    7
    Whilst the graphics are truly stunning and worthy of Next-Gen, the games story mode is slightly lacking in atmosphere. The online side of the game has a whole branch of positives, but ultimately flows in a style I found slightly unrewarding. Despite such factors, I found myself gripped at times by what was on screen.
  59. badgerryan19
    Jun 19, 2017
    6
    This game is the definition of meh. Good gameplay but boring story with a tacked on multiplayer component. No wonder why Guerrilla didn't make a new one.
  60. Nel
    Dec 4, 2016
    6
    First game I played on the PS4, back when it came out. The Killzone game back then had great graphics, the story was lacking, and the controls were meh.
  61. geo333
    Sep 6, 2022
    7
    Top 3 in the best graphics game in the PS4 era great entertaining game I prefer this storyline to the COD franchise (too boring). Overall a great game in the PS4 library.
  62. AliMazin
    Sep 3, 2015
    7
    I couldn't judge the book from the cover so I gave it a shot and played for hours and here is my feedback

    Graphics: over all is good some few interfering between the Kalin and the walls occurred in the early stages but overall is good. Features : the Drone idea is mind blasting and easly control, Control: very good my only negative feedback that i m not a big fan of High techs space    I couldn't judge the book from the cover so I gave it a shot and played for hours and here is my feedback

    Graphics: over all is good some few interfering between the Kalin and the walls occurred in the early stages but overall is good.
    Features : the Drone idea is mind blasting and easly control,
    Control: very good
    my only negative feedback that i m not a big fan of High techs space video games cuz it has a lack of moral and any kind of storyboard, this game has no point and dont waste your time following the conversation between the characters as that wont change anything    … Expand
  63. Kopter
    Oct 23, 2015
    7
    Un juego que no tiene que ver casi nada con la saga, la campaรฑa para mi es una de las mejores de su gรฉnero, pero con un online muy pobre comparado con Killzone 2, ese juego puso el listรณn del juego online demasiado alto. Un buen juego si quieres un modo campaรฑa de Shooter en condiciones.
  64. joshuadegreiff
    Dec 1, 2015
    7
    The game is absolutely gorgeous not doubt it! You wanna is stop and looking around in each mission the environment is amazing, the reply value is good, the guns absolutely my favorites this game is a masterpiece of FPS but I won't give this game high rating because doesn't deserve it and I will explained the game has a horrible storyline in this game disappointed, bored and anoying with aThe game is absolutely gorgeous not doubt it! You wanna is stop and looking around in each mission the environment is amazing, the reply value is good, the guns absolutely my favorites this game is a masterpiece of FPS but I won't give this game high rating because doesn't deserve it and I will explained the game has a horrible storyline in this game disappointed, bored and anoying with a main character no one will remember him. Was a wasted of a good material here thought! This game could be won many game awards but the story really screw up everything! The game can be repeated so anoying sometimes you can just hide and wait other do your job. The final is sad in terms of boring how horrible ending...This game will be disappoint the fans of Killzone. For new gamers will be alright for some time. Hope the next Killzone will be better and a consistent storyline.… Expand
  65. Borgees
    Sep 25, 2016
    7
    Um dos FPS mais injustiรงados dessa geraรงรฃo. O jogo รฉ bom, nรฃo รฉ tรฃo bom quanto o 2 ou 3, mas estรก longe de ser ruim. ร‰ o carro-chefe dos FPS da Sony, portanto, ele merece muita atenรงรฃo e mais cuidado. Espero uma sequรชncia pra me impressionar.
  66. jsands7
    Dec 24, 2015
    5
    I am a huge Killzone fan and was actually really into the competitive multiplayer scene PS3.

    That being said: Shadow Fall is absolutely dreadful. At least the single player is. Franchises should move forward, not backward. No human being could play Killzone 2 or even KZ3 and then play Shadow Fall and deem this one better. I was really sad playing this. I actually talked it up to my    I am a huge Killzone fan and was actually really into the competitive multiplayer scene PS3.

    That being said: Shadow Fall is absolutely dreadful. At least the single player is. Franchises should move forward, not backward. No human being could play Killzone 2 or even KZ3 and then play Shadow Fall and deem this one better. I was really sad playing this. I actually talked it up to my girlfriend a lot and then she sat down with me as I started the game and watched the first hour or two... At the time I was trying to cover for it saying things like, "Well, some games start slower babe" etc... Ugh. Needless to say it never got better. I know they were trying to push the exploration concept rather than straight forward gameplay but it was definitely not an improvement. I did complete the game of course but was not impressed.

    I played the multiplayer some (maybe 20 or 30 hours even) but I just couldn't get into it like the last couple Killzones. I took it back to Best Buy and the guy told me he had been receiving a LOT of them. I don't like being an outlier when reviewing things and I hate commenting on other reviews but I really feel like anybody who rates this 8 or higher needs to take a step back and play a Killzone game from 10 years ago to see how it compares.    … Expand
  67. Abhaygamin2002
    Dec 28, 2015
    6
    This Game Was a joke sometime hard sometime easy sometime story get amazing sometime boring its a mess but i still expect something from it and it was not a very good game
  68. stamito
    Apr 26, 2016
    7
    Iโ€™ve only played the campaign as I am not interested on playing this kind of games online. I must say that the campaign felt quite different in comparison to the other killzones. The other killzones were much more epic, I mean the setting was a proper war whereas this one was more of a covert ops game. Donโ€™t get me wrong this does not mean the game is all about infiltration and stuff, itIโ€™ve only played the campaign as I am not interested on playing this kind of games online. I must say that the campaign felt quite different in comparison to the other killzones. The other killzones were much more epic, I mean the setting was a proper war whereas this one was more of a covert ops game. Donโ€™t get me wrong this does not mean the game is all about infiltration and stuff, it isnโ€™t, in my opinion it is still a bullets flying everywhere festival. This, for me, means that in terms of story I found it was slightly less interesting but the gameplay is quite similar to the other killzones which is good. Summarising here, Iโ€™d say is fun to play with a plot that gives you and excuse but wonโ€™t surprise you.

    Graphics and sound are pretty good with some scenarios that will let you โ€œwow, this is goodโ€, but it is not as amazing as some game magazines say. It is good but just that, good. I have to say that the level design is excellent though, the scenarios are quite big and in a lot of situations, they give you the chance of addressing a situation in several different ways.

    Overall, Iโ€™d say is a good shooter, not great, thereโ€™s much better stuff out there but youโ€™ll have some decent fun playing the campaign.    … Expand
  69. piteris
    Mar 6, 2016
    6
    Good looking game, but not great game.
    covering system not good.
    Run and shoot.
    Few missions so annoying - when amount of enemies and area size or tools to deal with them is unfair just getting crossfire all over a place.
  70. Jimi360
    Mar 24, 2016
    5
    I would write as much as I possibly can about Killzone: Shadow Fall, but I honestly can not remember half of it. It is not a bad game, but nothing about it is good.

    The gameplay is solid enough, as it has been in previous Killzone games. The graphics in this launch title really do show off what the next-generation of consoles can really do and, credit where credit is due, the world that    I would write as much as I possibly can about Killzone: Shadow Fall, but I honestly can not remember half of it. It is not a bad game, but nothing about it is good.

    The gameplay is solid enough, as it has been in previous Killzone games. The graphics in this launch title really do show off what the next-generation of consoles can really do and, credit where credit is due, the world that you play in is beautiful. However, that is all this game really has to offer. I can not recall one character's name, the plot of the game, or any interesting gameplay mechanic.

    It is an average game that is boosted by its beauty, but held back by its lack of originality.    … Expand
  71. Johny22
    Apr 5, 2016
    6
    ะžั‡ะตะฝัŒ ะบั€ะฐัะธะฒะฐั, ะฝะพ ะพะดะฝะพะพะฑั€ะฐะทะฝะฐั ะฒ ะฟะปะฐะฝะต ะณะตะนะผะฟะปะตั ะธะณั€ะฐ. ะ˜ัะบัƒััั‚ะฒะตะฝะฝั‹ะน ะธะฝั‚ะตะปะตะบั‚ ะฟั€ะพั‚ะธะฒะฝะธะบะพะฒ ะพั‚ะฒั€ะฐั‚ะธั‚ะตะปะตะฝ, ะฐ ะผัƒะปัŒั‚ะธะฟะปะตะตั€ะฝะฐั ั‡ะฐัั‚ัŒ ะทะฝะฐั‡ะธั‚ะตะปัŒะฝะพ ัƒัั‚ัƒะฟะฐะตั‚ ะบะพะฝะบัƒั€ะตะฝั‚ะฐะผ.
  72. DarkJab666
    May 31, 2016
    6
    The single player campaign provides an exciting gameplay and has very good graphics + weapons. It is enjoyable and can be quite challenging during some time in the game. There are occasional glitches, but it doesn't affect the gameplay much and sometimes adds a little humour.

    The multiplayer lets it down for me. Couple of reasons such as it feel bulkier and slower as you move the    The single player campaign provides an exciting gameplay and has very good graphics + weapons. It is enjoyable and can be quite challenging during some time in the game. There are occasional glitches, but it doesn't affect the gameplay much and sometimes adds a little humour.

    The multiplayer lets it down for me. Couple of reasons such as it feel bulkier and slower as you move the characters around and the missions don't seem as exciting or entertaining as those on Killzone 3. Again, the graphics are good, but sometimes there are glitches also. I prefer the fluid movement from KZ3 if I am honest.

    Overall, it isn't a bad game. I wouldn't rush back myself to play it but it is good to pass the time.    … Expand
  73. JyroJyro
    Sep 13, 2017
    7
    Graphics are awesome... shame about the rather cliche story and gameplay. Online is pretty lacklustre too, compared to Battlefield 4 (also available at PS4 launch). Still, a good variety of single player campaign missions make it well worth a discount price.
  74. XxJoseManuelxX
    Aug 16, 2016
    7
    Killzone Shadow Fall is a first-person shooter video game developed by Guerrilla Games and published by Sony Computer Entertainment.

    + Excellent Graphics
    - Bad AI
  75. Lewis-Angelo
    Sep 17, 2020
    5
    una lรกstima lo bajo que cayรณ una saga referente

    un juego que pierde la esencia y que hace pocos guiรฑos al mundo y al lore tan interesante que tenรญa el framerate es irregular, incluso fijรกndolo a 30 frames llega a marear por momentos, el fov no ayuda un pasillo constante en el que te puedes perder, lo seรฑalan todo demasiado y aรบn asรญ los fallos de diseรฑo lo estropean apenas hay    una lรกstima lo bajo que cayรณ una saga referente

    un juego que pierde la esencia y que hace pocos guiรฑos al mundo y al lore tan interesante que tenรญa
    el framerate es irregular, incluso fijรกndolo a 30 frames llega a marear por momentos, el fov no ayuda

    un pasillo constante en el que te puedes perder, lo seรฑalan todo demasiado y aรบn asรญ los fallos de diseรฑo lo estropean
    apenas hay acciรณn, y el juego no se siente del todo bien, demasiados "puzzles", si es que se pueden llamar asรญ, porque ni eso

    como fan de la saga es una gran decepciรณn este spinoff, ojalรก una secuela directa con la calidad que atesoraba Killzone 2    … Expand
  76. MiguelNeto
    Dec 30, 2016
    5
    eu joguei muito pouco do Killzone no ps2, mais eu gostava demais, ainda mais quando jogava de dois no offline mesmo, era muito divertido, entao eu ate tava empolgado com esse Killzone: Shadow Fall, entao decidi comprar, e foi junto com Infamous Second Son meus dois primeiro jogos de ps4, eu achei o jogo um saco, missoes sem graรงas, dificuldade boa, mais isso nao รฉ bem um ponto positivo,eu joguei muito pouco do Killzone no ps2, mais eu gostava demais, ainda mais quando jogava de dois no offline mesmo, era muito divertido, entao eu ate tava empolgado com esse Killzone: Shadow Fall, entao decidi comprar, e foi junto com Infamous Second Son meus dois primeiro jogos de ps4, eu achei o jogo um saco, missoes sem graรงas, dificuldade boa, mais isso nao รฉ bem um ponto positivo, enredo bem cliche, personagem nada memoravel, grafico bons, mais longe de ser nivel ps4, pelo para mim, eu esperava bem mais de Killzone: Shadow Fall. Nota 5.2… Expand
  77. rott484
    Dec 15, 2016
    5
    This game is just like halo. But without story, without good controls, without warthogs. Just a blank sci-fi FPS. All you can do is enjoy the graphics which are really nice, but that's it.
  78. 1080pony
    Apr 29, 2019
    7
    Eyecandy game without a soul. The story is awful. Characters are awful. Voice acting is a joke
    Graphics and sound are great, shooting is decent - nothing more, nothing less.
  79. albasile
    Mar 28, 2017
    6
    Nice environment and graphics, but just an all around run of the mill FPS. It lacks any real story and missions are very lineal. It's decent but easily forgettable. 6/10 Rental or buy used
  80. NeoconTom
    Sep 26, 2019
    5
    I remembering being amazed at gameplay trailers for this game back in 2013... after playing it years later, its really quite disappointing. Killzone 1-3 were much better games.
  81. Tacticz
    May 21, 2017
    5
    Killzone: Shadow Fall is a disappointing entry into a great PlayStation franchise. The campaign is painful to play and has some moments that make no sense. The gameplay itself is fine, but the campaign manages to make it boring. There are some good missions, but theyโ€™re outnumbered by a number of bad ones. Can the multiplayer redeem this game? To me, it cannot. The multiplayer isnโ€™t bad,Killzone: Shadow Fall is a disappointing entry into a great PlayStation franchise. The campaign is painful to play and has some moments that make no sense. The gameplay itself is fine, but the campaign manages to make it boring. There are some good missions, but theyโ€™re outnumbered by a number of bad ones. Can the multiplayer redeem this game? To me, it cannot. The multiplayer isnโ€™t bad, but itโ€™s inferior to Killzone 2, Killzone 3, and Killzone: Mercenaries. The movement just feels off and the progression just isnโ€™t interesting. In Killzone: Mercenaries, the progression was done perfectly. I did have fun with the multiplayer, but it didnโ€™t hold me as long as I wished it did. Killzone: Shadow Fall isn't a terrible game, but you might as well avoid it.… Expand
  82. CoreGamer1408
    May 17, 2019
    5
    Played all the Killzones campaigns and I would consider myself a casual fan of the series with no interest in the MP. Amazing graphics at times on the PS4, but not amazing gameplay or story to say the least.

    The gunplay cover system and spawns felt off. Which is the main stay of any good FPS shooter. Why it blurs out enemies even at a relativity short distance ( like the Order 1866 ) I    Played all the Killzones campaigns and I would consider myself a casual fan of the series with no interest in the MP. Amazing graphics at times on the PS4, but not amazing gameplay or story to say the least.

    The gunplay cover system and spawns felt off. Which is the main stay of any good FPS shooter. Why it blurs out enemies even at a relativity short distance ( like the Order 1866 ) I will never know or understand? It is just not fun to shoot a blurry characters on blurry backdrops.

    Nice looking game and some really cool level design overall with average to meh gameplay. When a mini gun looks like it has less impact and weight than a paint ball gun. Well I think that says it all about the weak feel of the combat really. oh well.    … Expand
  83. irbegui
    Nov 1, 2019
    5
    a game with a boring campaign, characters that no one will remember, being an IP that has potential, the way to ruin this IP is the only thing that surprises me, a total disappointment this game, nothing recommends and on top of the ps4 suffers a lot when loading this game , we seem to have a plane taking off in the room
  84. Hawks2018
    Nov 3, 2021
    6
    Might have judged this differently on release, but only played it in 2021 as a cheap second-hand game and was not expecting anything.

    Was my first Killzone game, and for $5-10 it really good value. Nothing spectacular about it, just a good, solid shooter that kept me interested, probably got 20-30 hours on it a minimum, playing on hard. There were some difficult passages, but    Might have judged this differently on release, but only played it in 2021 as a cheap second-hand game and was not expecting anything.

    Was my first Killzone game, and for $5-10 it really good value.

    Nothing spectacular about it, just a good, solid shooter that kept me interested, probably got 20-30 hours on it a minimum, playing on hard. There were some difficult passages, but nothing ridiculous.

    No-brainer at second-hand prices if you haven't played before and are running out of PS4 games.    … Expand
  85. NouZeM
    Nov 7, 2018
    6
    Un juego para salir del paso. Es bastante meh y logrรฉ pasarmelo porque le puse ganas.
    Bastante olvidable pero para el fan le gustarรก por los grรกficos de Next Gen
  86. Ajbras
    Jan 25, 2019
    5
    I really wanted to like Killzone: Shadow Fall. I went into the game with high expectations after hearing from some people it was an early gen gem. After the second mission I could tell I wouldn't be having a great experience with the game. The campaign feels like a very generic early ps3 shooter with no compelling story. The added mechanic of the robot companion felt forced and clunky.I really wanted to like Killzone: Shadow Fall. I went into the game with high expectations after hearing from some people it was an early gen gem. After the second mission I could tell I wouldn't be having a great experience with the game. The campaign feels like a very generic early ps3 shooter with no compelling story. The added mechanic of the robot companion felt forced and clunky. Every time I started to enjoy parts of the game it forced me into some horrible free-fall segment which caused me to die over and over. In the end - there was some enjoyment but too many issues for me to recommend this to anyone. By far my least favorite game on PS4 to date.… Expand
  87. HeavyMetalSloth
    Sep 17, 2020
    6
    This game was a get in and get out type of game. Can't customize anything and the game became boring after awhile. Story wasn't that great either, but it did have some good missions and cut scenes, also OWL can be a big help at times. To sum it up It was one of those games where you were ready to finish the campaign so you could move onto your next game.
  88. Professorfett
    Jul 26, 2018
    7
    This game is made by the good people of Guerrilla Games. They are only known for the Killzone series. Now some people may know and you will find out know I loved the **** out of Killzone 3 so I was proper excited for this game. Sadly I can say I was rather disappointed with the result of Killzone Shadow Fall.

    The story is a direct sequel to Killzone 3. Helghan is destroyed and the    This game is made by the good people of Guerrilla Games. They are only known for the Killzone series. Now some people may know and you will find out know I loved the **** out of Killzone 3 so I was proper excited for this game. Sadly I can say I was rather disappointed with the result of Killzone Shadow Fall.

    The story is a direct sequel to Killzone 3. Helghan is destroyed and the Helghast are now living on Vekta good ole Berlin wall style. You play Lucas Kellan, who was being violently kicked out of New Helghan. After seeing your father shot in front of you. Many years later you become a Shadow Marshall, which is a fancy title for special forces. The rest of the game is you behind enemy lines investigating or hunting down targets. The game has almost none of the original characters from the series being that this all takes place 20 years after Killzone 3. So no more bromance from Sev and Rico, know this game lacks the Bro that the shooter series previously had. I also must say a change they make that I do hate is that they took out the cut scenes. They technically still have "cut scenes" but they are all Call of Duty style. Those aren't bad but I did miss seeing the story being told from different points of view and not just my bland character. They also got rid of any good villains. The villains they have are your cookie cut out of what a shooter villain should be. I can't even tell you their names cause they might as well been some masked space Nazi. You character is also very bland. I felt like he was supposed to be on the set of Call of Duty and just walked onto this one. There are set pieces which I thought were good but nothing quite as amazing as Killzone 3. The ending does take a turn I didn't entirely see coming. It was actually a bit confusing until I sat and thought about it for a minute.

    The games graphics are good not blow me out of my seat fantastic just good. The environment and guns and character models in cut scenes all look great. The biggest flaw I saw in the graphics was the human faces outside of cut scenes. They weren't atrocious but in comparison to the rest of the game they didn't hold up.

    The sound was interesting. The voice acting was done well enough to get the story across. The guns and explosions all sounded fantastic. The real elephant in the room was the sound that would come from the controller. It would only come out when you picked up an audio log but it would sound so damn creepy. They weren't scary sounds just the fact that it is coming out of the controller was something I wasn't used to so it gave a ominous feel.

    Now like any game you are wondering Brandon does the gameplay. Well little one I shall tell you, it is the best controls of any of the Killzone games. The previous ones had really sensitive aiming in them which made them a bit hard to control. This one feels as good as any of the shooters today. The touchpad controls this very useful drone that can do a number of things from attacking the enemy to reviving your ass if you get downed. On normal I did feel like the challenge was perfect not too easy nor too hard. It was a perfect balance but the biggest problem I had was how the game was structured. Since you have to be this covert ops guy you don't fight in any big battles it is always you VS a group of Helghast. The problem is the entire series is about a war and what I loved about the previous two games is I felt like I was in war. This one just was copying Call of Duty Ghost with just about everything except it was set in space. You get a variety of weapons and the game changes enough to keep from ever getting repetitive so those are all pluses there.

    Now this is going to sound strange coming from me but if you own a PS4 get this game for the online. The online supports 24 players being on either the humans or space Nazis side. You start out with a butt load of different premade classes to choose from and you can customize any class to your liking. The game will have a big learning curve but from a guy who is not used to multiplayer I must say I enjoyed the **** out of this, and I wasn't half bad at it either. You do unlock more weapons and goodies but I don't see a need because the weapons they give you are badass. You get a bunch of different versions of Warzone. You get team death match, capture points, hide and seek, classic, and many more I can't think of at the time. The absolute best part of multiplayer is how it ends. It ends with what I imagine the best players on the winning team executing a member of the losing team. I see it a get all funny inside, sadly I wasn't ever one of the executioners.

    Overall the single player is a shell of what Killzone 2 and 3 were but the multiplayer is the reason to stay. Honestly it was the multiplayer that saved this game so I give it a 7/10.    … Expand
  89. bersi84
    Aug 14, 2020
    7
    I m a bit sad to rate this game only 7/10 but I feel like its missing quite a bit of substance. The graphics and the world design is pretty good for being "that old". The sound design is okay although the surround could be better. The gameplay is pretty much straight forward but I feel that the game is too short to make use of everything in it.

    Besides that sometimes I felt lost which    I m a bit sad to rate this game only 7/10 but I feel like its missing quite a bit of substance. The graphics and the world design is pretty good for being "that old". The sound design is okay although the surround could be better. The gameplay is pretty much straight forward but I feel that the game is too short to make use of everything in it.

    Besides that sometimes I felt lost which is not a good sign as I do play games of different tiers on a regular basis. Details you need to spot drown in details of the world. Sometimes I just didnt know where to go or what to do. Even worse sometimes I reached the entry from behind, so there you go in terms of confusion.

    The weapons feel great although the variety lacks and some types are even recycled. So variety gets a negative from me but the weapon design, handling and shot satisfaction gets a plus. Enemy variety is also a so-so. There is a certain difference in enemies. Some are standard, some come with shield and some with energy barriers in between a are tank-like creatures and thats about it.

    The story is another "okay". Its not bad but it wont blow your mind by any means.

    Conclusion for me is that I m good with my buy for 10 bucks, although I feel I would not have missed anything if I didnt buy it. I was truly amazed by the graphical power but the rest is just too mediocre to be outstanding. If you like scifi and shooter you will probably be pleased with the 8 to 12hrs of straight gameplay.    … Expand
  90. B0rn2_w1n
    Aug 5, 2019
    7
    Not a bad game to start a new generation. Fun and good graphics but very little replayability. The multiplayer is weak too. 7.
  91. OneZeta
    Oct 22, 2018
    7
    Killzone Shadow Fall is an amazing multiplayer experience, but the story is lackluster. Phenomenal graphics and shooter mechanics. Awaiting what's in store for the next installment.
  92. Berik
    Dec 12, 2018
    6
    Coming from Killzone 2 and 3, it is immediately apparent that this game looks a lot better. But that is just about as good as it gets with this game. From here the disappointment sets in.

    As far as the story goes, Guerrilla games apparently thought it would be logic that two warring factions could live on the same planet together, only separated by a wall... what a dumb idea. They    Coming from Killzone 2 and 3, it is immediately apparent that this game looks a lot better. But that is just about as good as it gets with this game. From here the disappointment sets in.

    As far as the story goes, Guerrilla games apparently thought it would be logic that two warring factions could live on the same planet together, only separated by a wall... what a dumb idea. They probably thought: 'The cold war was pretty interesting with spies and stuff... so let's copy it, but do it really stupid.'

    Controlling and shooting has always been a problem in the Killzone series, being at its finest in Killzone 3. So why they thought it would be a good idea to mess it up again in Killzone Shadow Fall is beyond me. The owl is interesting as a concept, but also poorly implemented.

    This game basically serves as a tech demo to the PS4 and that's about it. I give it a 6/10.    … Expand
  93. Harra
    Apr 16, 2023
    7
    Killzone Shadowfall is a good looking game, but not that great of a Killzone.

    Not a bad launch title for the PS4 though!
  94. Roo182
    Sep 11, 2019
    5
    How are people loving this so much. I found the story lacklustre, the gameplay nowhere near as great as the previous Killzone games, and the whole thing just a shell of a great franchise. Wish I never bought it.
  95. Ruzaky
    Jan 22, 2019
    6
    First levels of this game was really good and promising. And then it became your standard shooter. Good graphics tho.
  96. Iskaver
    Apr 29, 2019
    7
    As a killzone fan, I was disappointed by Shadow Fall. This game although fun, isn't better than killzone 2 or 3. I felt as though it didn't have as much story as the trilogy games and on top of that, the characters were poorly developed. The story had a lot of potential that sadly went unfulfilled. I did enjoy the campaign the more I played it but in the end it doesn't outperform theAs a killzone fan, I was disappointed by Shadow Fall. This game although fun, isn't better than killzone 2 or 3. I felt as though it didn't have as much story as the trilogy games and on top of that, the characters were poorly developed. The story had a lot of potential that sadly went unfulfilled. I did enjoy the campaign the more I played it but in the end it doesn't outperform the trilogy campaigns. Multiplayer is the best aspect of the game and is the main reason I keep coming back. It isn't anything spectacular but it's still fun to play. This game is overall average at best.… Expand
  97. LucaCritics
    Mar 26, 2020
    7
    Killzone Shadow Fall Review: 7/10
    Killzone Shadow Fall is one of the most detailed first person shooter game to date: stunning graphics, high quality textures and illumination.
    It has an interesting campaign and a very fun multiplayer, but it can be a little confusing and repetitive at times. For example, to get the platinum trophy of the game you must play many matches and spend a lot    Killzone Shadow Fall Review: 7/10
    Killzone Shadow Fall is one of the most detailed first person shooter game to date: stunning graphics, high quality textures and illumination.
    It has an interesting campaign and a very fun multiplayer, but it can be a little confusing and repetitive at times. For example, to get the platinum trophy of the game you must play many matches and spend a lot of time in the game, and although is fun, as I said before, it gets a little repetitive.
    It has great mechanics, the gun play is very realistic and satisfying, making it a good game.    … Expand
  98. vagg7
    Aug 19, 2020
    5
    The story was meh , the gameplay was great but i constantly had to fight with my controller i don't know why the owl mechanics for me was bugged and it ruined everything making me really frustrated by that.
  99. Menni
    Apr 27, 2020
    7
    Uno dei titoli di lancio Ps4. Non mi ha affascinato particolarmente e come pensavo รจ andato presto nel dimenticatoio, la trama non molto chiara
  100. Arya977
    Aug 20, 2023
    5
    Gameplay..............Mediocre
    Graphics................Great
    Story.......................Good
    Score.....................Mediocre
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#16 Best PS4 Game of 2013
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#1 Most Discussed PS4 Game of 2013
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#1 Most Shared PS4 Game of 2013

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Mixed or average reviews - based on 88 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 46 out of 88
  2. Mixed: 42 out of 88
  3. Negative: 0 out of 88
  1. Pelit (Finland)
    Feb 13, 2014
    88
    A very good and varied multiplayer FPS. Some things, like the big attack/defend scenarios, were better on Killzone 3. [Jan 2014]
  2. GameCritics
    Jan 22, 2014
    50
    In attempting to juggle so many balls at once, it simply loses control and bats them all over the place in a crazed, lurching frenzy as it tries to stop the whole thing from falling apart.
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  3. Riot Pixels
    Jan 15, 2014
    61
    Whatever the reason was for making Shadow Fall in the first place, the result is a mixture of bland, annoying and weird.
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