Killzone: Shadow Fall

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

Mixed or average reviews- based on 2591 Ratings

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  1. RTCWFAN
    Jun 21, 2023
    8
    Not everyone is a fan of how the Killzone games evolved. But Shadow Fall was a great opener for the PS4. Overall rating: 8.0.
  2. Yojimbo2015
    May 30, 2023
    8
    Pretty FPS that's a nice blend of action and stealth and which owes more than a little debt to the Crysis games.
  3. arshia781
    Apr 12, 2023
    8
    The game campaign section was not at all as good as the killzone 2004 version of the campaign that I had played before, and I think this title was weakened in this version. I give the score I recorded only because of the beautiful graphics that this title has. It was released as the first game for PS4, and because of its great graphics, it was able to show the PS4 graphics power to allThe game campaign section was not at all as good as the killzone 2004 version of the campaign that I had played before, and I think this title was weakened in this version. I give the score I recorded only because of the beautiful graphics that this title has. It was released as the first game for PS4, and because of its great graphics, it was able to show the PS4 graphics power to all gamers from the very beginning.… Expand
  4. goodgriff33
    Dec 24, 2022
    8
    Answer: 75 characters is between 10 words and 19 words with spaces included in the character count. If spaces are not included in the character count, then 75 characters is between 12 words and 25 words.
  5. filip92
    Jul 11, 2022
    8
    I though this game only has beautiful graphics and that's it. But no,it has an interesting story, the levels are different and really enjoyable. It is not boring, worth the money.
  6. redfoxbennaton
    Apr 28, 2022
    8
    This game is cool and epic. It's fun and I love it. If you don't care about story or just like Killzone and shiny graphics then it's for you. KZSF is good. How can you say this is the worst Killzone when KZ1 is literally unplayable?
  7. LeandroAM
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    Gostei muito desse jogo, excelente gráficos. A física é muito bem feita para a história narrada.
  8. avishay50
    Aug 24, 2021
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. killzone: shadow fall is a great shooting game and I recommend people who have not played it to play it and people who played the first two hours of the game and did not like to try the game after these two hours because the first two hours of the game are terrible and unbelievable in any way but after those two hours Great gameplay, the dubbing in the game excellent psychic graphics (for the launch game and the beginning of the previous generation) and the gameplay is very fun, the weapons feel good and the sound is great, the game has lots of ways to kill the enemies of the game and it is very satisfying to come satisfies me.
    In short killzone: shadow fall is a brilliant game and sucks me that people do not like the game just because of its first two hours, recommended for anyone who has PS4 and PS5.    … Expand
  9. Agslynx
    Jul 26, 2021
    8
    J’ai beaucoup apprécié ce jeu que j’ai joué en mode difficile. Un bon jeu Fps.
    Les points positifs
    +Environnements différents
    +Un bon scénario avec une histoire

    Les points à améliorer
    - les missions secondaires
    - la météo
    - Le charisme du personnage
  10. icecream
    Apr 1, 2021
    8
    I know this review is a little late but this is a very good ps4 launch game, the campaign is intriguing but short. The graphics were the best around for the time. And the gadgets I had a lot of fun with.. in my opinion a heavily underrated, under appreciated shooter. 8.4/10
  11. Billy666
    Jan 7, 2021
    9
    honestly dived in expecting a glorified tec demo but I found a really polished game.
  12. WHITESIXOMAR
    Aug 22, 2020
    8
    The best killzone ever, best PS4 FPS ever. Its not perfect though. it starts real good but starts turning boring as you progress. Loved the story but the some of the levels were too boring to complete and droped it several times, tooke me a while to complete it. Its a solid original FPS experience that every hardcore FPS shooter fan should have.
  13. Mohmmedqr
    Jul 20, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. العبة حلوة وتستحق التجربة وقصة جميلة جرافكس كبداية جيل ممتاز وطورو المحرك بلعبة هورايزن تستحق ال10… Expand
  14. Not_Ur_Momz
    Jun 19, 2020
    10
    The graphics are incredible and the gun play is fun. I love kill zone, and this is one of the best in the series.
  15. Australian-Dark
    Jun 15, 2020
    9
    Good game bad story though that can be improved in 5 that is if sony doesn't do a ea and kill the franchise but it still felt like killzone and that's all the matters also they tried that's all u can do in life nothing is perfect not even games or companies so please sony bring out killzone 5 and make it a rememberral experience
  16. sergio123456
    May 28, 2020
    8
    Juego muy interesante, es un shooter bastante completo y bueno para ser de los primeros juegos de PS4, ambientación buena, variedad de armas y situaciones, Es un poco repetitivo a veces y su dificultad es un poco alta.
  17. Colonel_Radec
    May 11, 2020
    8
    A great launch title to the PS4. I miss the heavy feel to the weapons like the first two had, but there's still a unique feel here. This is a console first-person shooter that doesn't include aim assist in online multiplayer, which is very uncommon.
  18. Flashyboy89
    Apr 24, 2020
    8
    KILLZONE: SHADOW FALL, for me, is a step back from previous games in terms of the unwanted big sandbox maps which make the missions drag out for longer than they should and some boring/annoying back-tracking and navigation can be a pain sometimes aswell.
  19. PortableGamer
    Jan 4, 2020
    9
    I really wanted to say this game is not that good. But it does deliver everything you want from a classic fps. I could not find any bugs, artwork is breathtaking, 60 fps, superb compatibility with ps vita, music, atmosphere stolen from Blade runner. I just couldn't find any major issue.
  20. Blood8282
    Feb 23, 2019
    8
    As a PS4 launch title, Shadow Fall was above all a graphics showcase for Sony's new powerful system. The missions are very varied, but the game is not as action-packed and fun as previous episodes in the series. Sometimes, finding the right path can be frustrating and some passages are overly difficult. The best looking episode in the series yet, but also the weakest overall.
  21. sabbathmatheus6
    Apr 27, 2018
    10
    this game story is epic as **** people just dont get it,its deep this cold war feeling and running as a lone wolf a lonely shadow marshal its awesome
  22. sabbathmatheus
    Mar 23, 2018
    10
    this game is criminnaly underrated,best story in the franchise so far,great level design,the way the narrative progresses making you think the main protagonist is just a pawn but he dies in the end for hes new ideals after seeing the helghast side of the story , and the end just leaves so many questions,the gunplay and mechanics are just awesome,graphics are just unreal,the multiplayer isthis game is criminnaly underrated,best story in the franchise so far,great level design,the way the narrative progresses making you think the main protagonist is just a pawn but he dies in the end for hes new ideals after seeing the helghast side of the story , and the end just leaves so many questions,the gunplay and mechanics are just awesome,graphics are just unreal,the multiplayer is fun and very strategic… Expand
  23. Rustaman
    Jul 10, 2017
    10
    Liked the game! Interesting universe and a good story, a huge variety of beautiful scenery with high-tech graphics and sound. In multiplayer, the game reveals itself even better. Recommend! Sorry for anything not yet heard about the new part..
  24. paddybee
    Mar 23, 2017
    9
    A fantastic game, with superb multiplayer, falls short for me as the story seemed just a bit ridiculous. Graphics are lovely, and the gameplay is solid.
  25. destinyfan1
    Feb 11, 2017
    8
    A killzone with taste of fun and boredom

    + amazing graphics
    + fun multiplayer
    + mostly fun campaign
    + good maps , guns.....
    negative
    - sometimes boring campaign
    - clichés in story
    not a perfect shooter game, no even far from that but is still better then the call of duty's ( since black ops 2)
    and is just gorgeous
  26. filiptairi92
    Jan 8, 2017
    8
    This is my first Killzone game.I see lots of critics,but for me,campaign was quite decent,with great graphics,also.I enjoyed playing it and it wasn't boring as someone said.
  27. stevedfld
    Dec 29, 2016
    8
    O.K. where do I start I have a long history of hating on this game and I actually bought it 2x before really getting into it. Let me start by saying, I love killzone 3. I thought the game looked amazing, played great was exciting and innovative. I was very excited for shadowfall and soon after I got my new ps4 bought the game pretty cheap maybe $25 used at gamestop. I put the game in andO.K. where do I start I have a long history of hating on this game and I actually bought it 2x before really getting into it. Let me start by saying, I love killzone 3. I thought the game looked amazing, played great was exciting and innovative. I was very excited for shadowfall and soon after I got my new ps4 bought the game pretty cheap maybe $25 used at gamestop. I put the game in and immediately started hating on it comparing it to killzone 3. In addition it plays alot different than a lot of other shooters including killzone 3. When I 1st picked it up I got killed over and over. I got so frustrated and sold it condemning the game as garbage and being very public about my opinion.

    Fast forward to dec 2016 and I get a $5 coupon from gamestop to spend on something used. I see shadowfall was $10 so now I can get it for $5. I look up a few youtube gameplay videos and decided maybe I was in a bad mood that day or just into another game's charm's (I think I was all into destiny at the time). I get the game home pop it in and start on the campaign, I made a few adjustments (gamma to 85%) so I could see better, that was part of the issue last time the lighting is so good the sun was flaring in my eyes and the smoke was throwing off my depth perception (I'm old). Once that was strait and I got the controls down I was off and running. I really liked the campaign. Its beautiful, plays so tight and is very challenging. Most levels are high up in the sky and the sense of height is breath taking and nerve racking at the same time. I think the campaign is about 10 hours. Its not only shooting there are a bunch of other thing to do as well. But its a fun ride...

    Mutliplayer has 3 mode mode and is all team based, I found a games no problem with other players. Bots are available too. There is a co-op mode "dlc only" available if your interested (it's $9.99) where you and 4 players can do missions, I never played and understand I understand its dead because nobody bought it back in the day thats still playing. But there is enough game here to entertain you for quite awhile with the regular game. There is also clan mode where you can do 8vs8, 3vs3,4vs4 and so on. Very cool very underrated game.    … Expand
  28. mackenzie129
    Dec 10, 2016
    8
    The Campaign is fun the online is fun. The game was a release title and the online is now dead it hasn't aged that well. but pick it up in a bargain bin and enjoy it
  29. PSPlayer
    Aug 24, 2016
    10
    Мультиплеер в игре просто божественный! Разработчики идеально дополнили игру нововведениями и внесли все недостающие детали, которых так не хватало в предыдущих частях. Довольно динамичный процесс и интересный геймлейм! Всем советую!Мультиплеер в игре просто божественный! Разработчики идеально дополнили игру нововведениями и внесли все недостающие детали, которых так не хватало в предыдущих частях. Довольно динамичный процесс и интересный геймлейм! Всем советую!
  30. niclol
    Aug 18, 2016
    8
    killzone shadow fall es un juego que destaca sobretodo por la gran historia que tiene el modo campaña, una historia que te mantiene entretenido y que no aburre , ademas el juego se ve genial,y se agradece el multijugador ofline con bots,y aun que tambien se habria agradecido un multijugador local de pantalla partida con lo que ya tiene el juego esta muy bien, ademas que que destacar sukillzone shadow fall es un juego que destaca sobretodo por la gran historia que tiene el modo campaña, una historia que te mantiene entretenido y que no aburre , ademas el juego se ve genial,y se agradece el multijugador ofline con bots,y aun que tambien se habria agradecido un multijugador local de pantalla partida con lo que ya tiene el juego esta muy bien, ademas que que destacar su nivel grafico que es expectacular y que no como otros juegos que utilizan la pantalla tactil simplemente como un boton ,en killzone se utiliza la funcinalidad tactil… Expand
  31. hokido
    May 19, 2016
    8
    Killzone Shadow Fall like the previous two Killzone's is good but just lacks that extra spark to make it great, however it has been the most fun i have had in a Killzone game since the very first game it looks fantastic and is well worth a play.

    Multiplayer was all right but did not make me want to keep playing sadly.
  32. Antemiz
    Mar 26, 2016
    8
    shadow fall was ok for a sony launch title but the levels were a bit annoying sometimes, i didnt mind multiplayer and the story was ok. it was a bit challenging though
  33. homer4president
    Feb 18, 2016
    8
    Felt like more of a tech demo for the PS4. Beautiful environments and maps. Campaign was alright. Multiplayer was fun but I feel like it has died down completely.
  34. Filver
    Jan 26, 2016
    10
    Campaing isn't the better killzone campaing but the multiplayer is so funny with very options, maps, guerrilla really care game with free maps and guns
  35. JoelCigan
    Nov 3, 2015
    9
    Hands down one of the best games for the PS4 simply because the graphics are truly next gen and the Owl drone is a innovative way to dispatch enemies. This game utilizes all the features of the PS4 including the touch pad! The environments are constantly changing and fresh and everything just feels next gen.

    I highly recommend this FPS!
  36. AMMANN7
    Sep 7, 2015
    8
    8/10

    Killzone Shadow Fall is a technical masterpiece

    + Amazing graphics
    + Voice acting
    + Gameplay
    + Online Multiplayer

    - Story could have been better
    - Characters not interesting
  37. tginick
    Jun 27, 2015
    10
    Another game that was different from it's predecessors that got mixed reactions because of the changes (kind of like Halo 4) but was fantastic in my opinion. The story and gameplay were seller and the visuals were amazing. Didn't feel like a traditional Killzone game to be honest but it still was an amazing game
  38. STARTtheREACTOR
    May 15, 2015
    8
    Killzone: Shadow Fall is a great addition to a strong franchise. The gunplay is satisfying and the additional DS4 features are fun to use. Graphically the game can be stunning at times. I would have preferred the game to run at a smooth 60fps during single player, but unfortunately that's not the case. Multiplayer runs at a smooth 60fps and is a tonne of fun. It takes a while to level upKillzone: Shadow Fall is a great addition to a strong franchise. The gunplay is satisfying and the additional DS4 features are fun to use. Graphically the game can be stunning at times. I would have preferred the game to run at a smooth 60fps during single player, but unfortunately that's not the case. Multiplayer runs at a smooth 60fps and is a tonne of fun. It takes a while to level up and unlock anything worth having, however upgrades aren't essential in this game. Overall a great early PS4 title.… Expand
  39. TheKosmicKollec
    Mar 17, 2015
    9
    I'm really enjoying my time with this game! Absolutely gorgeous graphics, solid shooter gameplay and lovely open-ended levels to explore and go about objectives your own way. The Helghast in this game are brutal and the aforementioned open-ended levels add to a real sense of danger and make you feel like the star of your own classic sci-fi movie. The story takes a bit of a hit but it'sI'm really enjoying my time with this game! Absolutely gorgeous graphics, solid shooter gameplay and lovely open-ended levels to explore and go about objectives your own way. The Helghast in this game are brutal and the aforementioned open-ended levels add to a real sense of danger and make you feel like the star of your own classic sci-fi movie. The story takes a bit of a hit but it's just standard FPS fare really, and can take itself a little too seriously at times.
    The worlds are gorgeously detailed and atmospheric, and the weapons you'll find are varied and fun to use.    … Expand
  40. Wrex1982
    Jan 11, 2015
    9
    Even now,this is still one of the best looking titles on the PS4. The singleplayer part of the game is a nice and varied rollercoaster ride and the shooting itself seems very realistic. the levels are varied, from the ''abandoned'' spaceship to the destroyed planet Helghan,they all look stunning and the levels feel great. The multiplayer isn't THAT varied, it all comes down to the sameEven now,this is still one of the best looking titles on the PS4. The singleplayer part of the game is a nice and varied rollercoaster ride and the shooting itself seems very realistic. the levels are varied, from the ''abandoned'' spaceship to the destroyed planet Helghan,they all look stunning and the levels feel great. The multiplayer isn't THAT varied, it all comes down to the same thing but you can say that about all FPS in a way. Overall great title and still on of PS4's very best.… Expand
  41. Rb09
    Dec 23, 2014
    10
    This game is the best game i have ever played. It offers what a fps should offer. It has stunning graphics which makes the game more original. I would prefer this game to people who like fps.
  42. SIPPIO
    Dec 2, 2014
    9
    I gave it a 9.. Why because Ratings aren't supposed to be either a 10 or a 0.....
    ---this was a very fun game. Because I didn't play it @ launch or even have a PS4 until Destiny bundle, I DID-NOT multiplayer. Which is probably the bread & butter..
    --what's the difference in ALL SHOOTERS from CallOfDuty,,Battlefield,Halo,Destiny,Metro,Fallout,,esp the main military types like Battlefield    I gave it a 9.. Why because Ratings aren't supposed to be either a 10 or a 0.....
    ---this was a very fun game. Because I didn't play it @ launch or even have a PS4 until Destiny bundle, I DID-NOT multiplayer. Which is probably the bread & butter..
    --what's the difference in ALL SHOOTERS from CallOfDuty,,Battlefield,Halo,Destiny,Metro,Fallout,,esp the main military types like Battlefield and COD is what stands out besides same ole boring arse story.
    - The answer is uniqueness and excitement.. I WANT REWARDS FOR EVERY BAD GUY I KILL. NOT JUST EXPERIENCE.I WANT TO HEARA MONEY$$ cha-Ching sound when I kill a bad guy,,I want MMORPG STYLE OF LOOT WHEN I KILL A BADDIE..THIS IS MISSING FROM GAMES. mass Effect gives us the pause menu wheel for powers or weapon switch etc,,Fallout gives us a similar pause system with Vats, they all have something. Heck, even Titanfall has Titans and Badarse Pilots for uniqueness.. We need this because we played Medal Of Honor all the super stories of Valor and save America from the morales world who attacks it and freedom yadda yadda yadda. Boring!
    ---I am Old now and I was a little kid on the couch playing GOLDEN EYE split Screen with my friends, and fast forward 6-8 years and it was the same with Halo 1.. So when Halo 2 came out with instant patches for games or new maps and whAtever= it brought excitement but also killed us with boredom..
    --Killzone didn't change this but I found it refreshing. But I also liked COD-Ghost because I'm not afraid to say my opinion. Seems everyone @ Gamestops opinion about a gMe is whatever the mainstream positive or negative opinion is..lame!!!! I'll never forget them all saying Metal GearSo.id 4 guns of Pateiots was BD because OMG the never ending cutscenes.. Gummie a break!! In a solo campaign we live for cutscenes. That game was a gem because it was different,,,Bottom line of this loooong rant to anyone who stuck with it==different is good because of the never ending repetitiveness of it all. Kinda like the repetitiveness of this's review :D
    VERDICT-Buy it cheap like I did($18) play it casually over a week when you take a break from YOURE main game and move on.. Who wouldn't like it..oooh yeah thTs right.. I know why ALLLLL GAMES that are signature to either Xbox or PS4 have sooo many ZEROS... How pathetic.. I own both systems cause I'm a gamer, not a pretend PS4 employee..    … Expand
  43. cntrl
    Nov 28, 2014
    8
    Awesome Game.
    It's the first Killzone Title I've played so far (except the one on the PSP a couple of years ago) and really, really like it. The Story is good, but I recommend to play at least one of the predecessors or research a little bit on google, before diving into Shadow Fall. Graphics are really great, still one of the best looking Ps4 Games out there, but the best thing about    Awesome Game.
    It's the first Killzone Title I've played so far (except the one on the PSP a couple of years ago) and really, really like it. The Story is good, but I recommend to play at least one of the predecessors or research a little bit on google, before diving into Shadow Fall. Graphics are really great, still one of the best looking Ps4 Games out there, but the best thing about this game is the multiplayer mode. It's definitely not as fast paced as COD, but that's good! You need to have a more tactical approach, to be successful, keep your support characters alive, place important spawn beacons and do not rush in like in other first person shooters.
    9/10    … Expand
  44. mrwarcriminal
    Nov 14, 2014
    9
    This is for all FPS players that need a fun game. This is written a year after first release and I've played the game continuously. Gorilla has GIVEN FREE DLCs about every 2 to 3 months. Everything from maps, skins, crosshairs and most recently the 10th ANNIVERSARY DLC Pack. There 17 multiplayer maps and a new class; Insurgent. The Insurgent isn't free but its only $9. Anyhow, there's alsoThis is for all FPS players that need a fun game. This is written a year after first release and I've played the game continuously. Gorilla has GIVEN FREE DLCs about every 2 to 3 months. Everything from maps, skins, crosshairs and most recently the 10th ANNIVERSARY DLC Pack. There 17 multiplayer maps and a new class; Insurgent. The Insurgent isn't free but its only $9. Anyhow, there's also CO-OP DLC. The Story mode has a Hardcore mode where you get 3 lives. The only downfall is people find the game difficult to play. It does take more effort since the Official Warzones are mission based (except for Team Deathmatch which people love for some reason. I think its boring as hell) and not just run and kill everything. Theses strategy, planning and teamwork which is so much more rewarding than simply killing. Summary: Gorilla gives free DLC items often, Constantly supported, mission based games, most players are respectful ( unlike COD where you need to mute most everyone, lots of action, great graphics, controls are solid and the price has dropped. The game is still fun as hell after a year.… Expand
  45. Gamitron
    Nov 13, 2014
    10
    THE NEXT GEN FPS.
    Beautiful and difficult.
    Campaign is boring but multi is incredible.

    A technical FPS, you have to go deep in order to understand the power of Killzone SF.
  46. demon666
    Nov 8, 2014
    10
    This is absolutely the best multiplayer available. This is in general a high health low damage shooter compared to others which results in enjoyable gun battles. That being said scoring a headshot with ANY weapon is a kill. Difference between this and COD is you have to do your OWN aiming (no assist). Teamwork is of the utmost importance in Killzone. New players just need to get usedThis is absolutely the best multiplayer available. This is in general a high health low damage shooter compared to others which results in enjoyable gun battles. That being said scoring a headshot with ANY weapon is a kill. Difference between this and COD is you have to do your OWN aiming (no assist). Teamwork is of the utmost importance in Killzone. New players just need to get used to the different pacing, mission types, abilities and gunplay and they will grow to love Killzone Shadow Fall. Graphics are some of the best I have seen. Maps are very well made and varied although a little more CQC than previous Killzone titles. Since launch their have been many welcome changes. Overpowered weapons and abilities were nerfed & underpowered weapons and abilities were buffed. Challenge requirements were adjusted. Ranking system tied to challenges was introduced. New maps were added for FREE. Automata skins, player skins, player cards, cross hair reticules, voice packs, end of game moves were all added for more customization. Clan support was finally added with more support to come. If you are reading this and tried the game at launch please give it another shot as you may be surprised. The best experience will always come from Extended Warzone or Classic as opposed to Team Deathmatch but sadly that is what the majority of newcomers gravitate towards due to familuarity with COD. Trust me you are missing out. Get a mic and talk to the veterans and most will help you out with all the little nuances of the game. As far Single Player it got a bum rap from reviewers as well. It is quite different from KZ2 and KZ3 style but there is still sections of intense battle. There are sections where you have great freedom in the way you go about finishing the level ( routes, order, stealth or guns blazing). You can pick up various different weapons to change up gameplay. The OWL can allow you to play the game several diffetent styles depending on how you use it. Pick up the season pass to go with this game for 20 bucks to get expansion packs and the Intercept Co-op. Killzone is easy to find at reduced prices as well so it is a no brainer.… Expand
  47. skeith
    Oct 21, 2014
    9
    I actually liked this game more than Killzone 3, the great graphic helps alot in FPS games I think, and the PS4's ability did not disappoint me. I had a lot of fun with this game and I recommend this all PS4 owners. Criticism about lack of innovation is true, but that did not affect my enjoyment of the game.
  48. Munkey
    Oct 6, 2014
    8
    Killzone for the nextgen is good but it's not that good.
    What the game does good is the difference in missions and locations during the campaign. From open space in the fist mission and on destroyed Helghan to dirty and hopeless New Helghan. Locations look amaizing and there is a lot of detail. The OWL is a nice and interesting gimick which helps especially on harder difficulties. The    Killzone for the nextgen is good but it's not that good.
    What the game does good is the difference in missions and locations during the campaign. From open space in the fist mission and on destroyed Helghan to dirty and hopeless New Helghan. Locations look amaizing and there is a lot of detail. The OWL is a nice and interesting gimick which helps especially on harder difficulties. The shield/stun option is nice. The zippline was nice but you use it in two missions so it's a shame. Gunplay is solid no the CoD/Battlefield level but you won't be dissapointed.
    Music and sound assets are very good.
    Then there is the multiplayer which I liked. Interesting maps, sadly not a lot of people play it. Better then CoD on the PS4.
    Finally there is the graphic. The best looking game on nextgen there is. Maybe Destiny looks good but the facial expresionss, city and the amount of detail in the enviroment is amaizing and it runs at 1080p/60 fps that is nextgen. I know that in multiplayer it runs sub 60fps but you don't see the difference that much.
    What I didn't like is the story it was nothing amazing and the ending wasn't as good like in Killzone 2 or 3. It was missing a big punch at the end. The vengence and all is nice but it isn't the impact of killing Vasari or destroying the whole planet. The NPC are good like Sinclair and Echo but I'm missing Sev and Rico. There is also no main villan. There is the "threath" of the weapon but this is no Vasari, Orlof or Stahl from previous Killzones.
    The game is solid, multiplayer is good and if you're a looker the graphic is amaizing. 8 out of 10 for me. Got it for 10 £ and got a lot from it. If you're tired of CoD then check it out.    … Expand
  49. Pureray
    Oct 6, 2014
    8
    I don't have must experience with Killzone in terms of the story since I have just played the first one, so I read about it which was much interesting then playing through the game I suppose, but I still had fun blasting through these generic enemies.

    The multiplayer is where shadow fall best succeeds at. You have a much better community then CoD, and the maps are unique. No need to    I don't have must experience with Killzone in terms of the story since I have just played the first one, so I read about it which was much interesting then playing through the game I suppose, but I still had fun blasting through these generic enemies.

    The multiplayer is where shadow fall best succeeds at. You have a much better community then CoD, and the maps are unique. No need to purchase new maps, since they come in free. The graphics and sounds are superb.

    If you are looking for a cheap (not expensive) slow paced shooter, for your Ps4, then I highly recommend Killzone: Shadow Fall!    … Expand
  50. Joseramon
    Sep 26, 2014
    8
    Muy buen juego, gráficos espectaculares, buen ritmo y variado. Solo la historia lo lastra un poco. El nuevo "arma" que te sigue le da mucha variedad a su desarrollo.
  51. Chris6721
    Sep 22, 2014
    9
    Gameplay was great multiplayer is excellent especially since Guerrilla Games is always giving out free new maps so I keep playing the multiplayer so I'm having a great time playing the multiplayer. The only problem with Killzone, is the campaign which can get pretty boring during some portions of the game. Other than that it's a great game I would recommend anyone who has a PS4 to playGameplay was great multiplayer is excellent especially since Guerrilla Games is always giving out free new maps so I keep playing the multiplayer so I'm having a great time playing the multiplayer. The only problem with Killzone, is the campaign which can get pretty boring during some portions of the game. Other than that it's a great game I would recommend anyone who has a PS4 to play this game but I wish the story was more intriguing.… Expand
  52. djwille88
    Sep 22, 2014
    8
    Kz's a pretty solid game. Decent single player and a very good MP. These recent negative review's you're seeing are by bunch of Destiny fan boys that are upset that their game is below average.
  53. MetalGearRex
    Aug 26, 2014
    10
    Killzone: Shadow Fall is a truly magnificent game filled with **** yeah!" moments of all proportions! The graphical fidelity of this game is second to none and the best looking next-gen game out there! The use of the OWL makes combat so much fun and gives you an AI companion that doesn't get stuck in doorways, as well as adding much more depth! The levels sometimes vary from very good,Killzone: Shadow Fall is a truly magnificent game filled with **** yeah!" moments of all proportions! The graphical fidelity of this game is second to none and the best looking next-gen game out there! The use of the OWL makes combat so much fun and gives you an AI companion that doesn't get stuck in doorways, as well as adding much more depth! The levels sometimes vary from very good, open environments to linear, corridor shooting but with many more open levels. Stealth is also a viable, rather satisfying way to tackle various levels with interesting takedowns and melee kills. The falling knife kill also adds a sense of verticality that you wouldn't normally find in generic, brown first person shooters. This game... Is most certainly not brown! Go buy it now!… Expand
  54. chrisjones914
    Aug 11, 2014
    8
    Killzone Shadow Fall is a game that boasts breathtaking visuals and a story that seeks to do the same but ultimately falls a little flat! When the game begins you immediately notice the gorgeous attention to detail, everything all the way down to wrinkles on characters faces looks crazy good! It is in the opening moments that the story grabs you emotionally but sadly it does not recaptureKillzone Shadow Fall is a game that boasts breathtaking visuals and a story that seeks to do the same but ultimately falls a little flat! When the game begins you immediately notice the gorgeous attention to detail, everything all the way down to wrinkles on characters faces looks crazy good! It is in the opening moments that the story grabs you emotionally but sadly it does not recapture that sense of emotion with a few brief instances throughout the campaign being exceptions! The story becomes very hard to stay invested in towards the middle, however if you stick with it to the end you will be glad you did and you will even be treated to some fairly good multiplayer afterwards! Killzone: Shadow Fall is a good but not great game that definitely deserves the attention of any PS4 owner who enjoys good sci-fi!… Expand
  55. CrAsH2014
    Jul 24, 2014
    8
    I like this game, definitely better than Killzone 3 that is for sure. Killzone 3 didnt have that spark or anything about it i thought. Killzone Shadow Fall does a little better job in reducing some of the repition, but FPS get a little repetitive no matter what game it is. I love the single player, great graphics and the controls are pretty simple. Online sucks but no worries i dont play it much
  56. shadowgon3
    Jul 22, 2014
    9
    People give killzone way too much hate more than it should ever get....
    I found the story very fun and action backed although at the end it can get SUPER hard but what do you expect its the end? Anyway i love the online mode but i can see why some people don't like it is because its hard to get use to or to do good in general i mean there is a lot of horrible players on that game and i    People give killzone way too much hate more than it should ever get....
    I found the story very fun and action backed although at the end it can get SUPER hard but what do you expect its the end? Anyway i love the online mode but i can see why some people don't like it is because its hard to get use to or to do good in general i mean there is a lot of horrible players on that game and i think they just give up but i do wish there was a leveling system to unlock other guns but i also find it pretty cool i can pick what i want :)    … Expand
  57. TheFIFACritic
    Jul 16, 2014
    8
    Before buying this game, I was worried with the mixed reviews it had received, more notably what people were saying about the pacing of the single player experience. Right off the bat I understood precisely what they meant.

    Shadowfall is no corridor shooter like the previous titles, it tries to innovate the experience by creating a more thoughtful way of approaching combat from the    Before buying this game, I was worried with the mixed reviews it had received, more notably what people were saying about the pacing of the single player experience. Right off the bat I understood precisely what they meant.

    Shadowfall is no corridor shooter like the previous titles, it tries to innovate the experience by creating a more thoughtful way of approaching combat from the first person perspective. Gone have the days of facing wave after wave of enemies being the meat of the game, instead you are forced to take a more conservative, tactical approach. But does it work? Yes and no. Once I got used to the pacing and what Guerrilla were trying to do here I found the game very enjoyable, less linear and more expansive than previous Killzone games. However, on harder difficulties this is what kills the gameplay experience and turns it into a frustration filled mess. The lack of a straight line path means that enemies can come from anywhere and without a detailed hud telling you where they or where they may come from through the use of maybe, an objective marker, you are left wondering just who killed you this time. This is by far the games biggest flaw, but on lower difficulties I didn't find this to be a problem, but if there are any trophy hunters out there, do yourself a favor, and play the game on normal difficulty first.

    Being a shadow marshal and not a grunt on the front line means that combat has become a lot more technical, you don't face as many enemies and you have abilities to keep things interesting. Your drone gives you advantages such as shields and stun shocks to help out when things get tough and it also helps you traverse the beautiful open terrain. It is accessible through the use of the DS4's touch pad, which I think worked well and was a nice touch. Weapons feel great, and when your in those skirmish situations where it's clear where the enemies are, combat is very fluid. The enemies vary in difficulty as you face different factions within the Helgast military. Most importantly to note however is the lack of a constant character that you have to annoyingly follow around, leading you from this objective to the next, instead now you choose how to approach each combat situation which has been pulled off brilliantly, you can go in loud, or stealth your way through. But be warned, doing the latter is challenging due to the AI's credible intelligence. This is the freedom that Shadowfall gives you as Guerrilla try to drag it away from the dull affair we experience with whatever Call of Duty we might be playing.

    On to the graphics, they're stunning. Showcasing what can already be achieved with the PS4 and I was blown away with chapter 2 of the game. Even in multiplayer the graphics hold up really well. In another change to the way Guerrilla have gone bout Shadowfall, it is a lot more colorful a game. Say bye bye to grey Helghan corridors and say hello to lush, vibrant environments that range from the slums of New Helghan to the beauty shown in the woodland area of chapter 2. Weapons look and sound great, textures are detailed and varied, character models are fantastic although lip syncing could be improved. Over all though the presentation here is fantastic.

    The story for Killzone can be summed up like this: It takes off a few decades after the events of Killzone 3 and you're living side by side with the Helghast in a Berlin Wall-like scenario. You're Lucas Kellan a trained shadow marshal, after unearthing some secrets of the VSA and Helgast you learn that a war is coming, and go on a roller-coaster ride to stop it from endangering the lives of innocent people on both sides of the conflict.

    If Killzone has ever had anything going for it, it's a dedicated and loyal fan base. To this day you can get into games on KZ2 servers and play a game, and it's good to see that Guerrilla have created another brilliant online experience. Multiplayer is smooth and I experienced no lag. Players can jump in to official warzones, user created war zones of different levels of awesomeness or create their own. You're not limited to what you can do with Shadowfall's multiplayer, and that's awesome and is fully acknowledged by letting you choose from the full range of weapons, right from the start. A brilliant stat tracking mechanism is also in place, so you always know exactly how you're doing and how far you're off from the next upgrade for your weapon. In short if you've played Killzones multiplayer before, you'll fit right in here, and if you're sick of Call of Duty's copy and paste online experience, Shadowfall may surprise you, it's definitely worth a punt and overall I was pleasantly surprised at how much I enjoyed this game amidst some of the negative reviews it's been given. The story may be not much more than a technical demo for what the PS4 is capable of, but it definitely showcases the types of jaw dropping experiences we could see going forward. It is a worthy launch title, a blast to play.    … Expand
  58. apachee420
    Jun 27, 2014
    8
    So this is going to be my first of two reviews. I bought Killzone Shadow Fall yesterday and let me tell you I was very impressed. After playing battlefield 4 for sometime I just wanted to change things up a bit. So far I am enjoying killzone much more than battlefield 4 and the graphics and speed of the game seem to be a lot better than killzone 3. I Know this game has been out for a whileSo this is going to be my first of two reviews. I bought Killzone Shadow Fall yesterday and let me tell you I was very impressed. After playing battlefield 4 for sometime I just wanted to change things up a bit. So far I am enjoying killzone much more than battlefield 4 and the graphics and speed of the game seem to be a lot better than killzone 3. I Know this game has been out for a while but if you don't have it do yourself a favor and try it . Very smooth so far multiplayer I am going to keep playing and see what else it has to offer ill be back to finalize my thoughts on this so far awesome game.… Expand
  59. MichalPL
    May 21, 2014
    8
    Really good game. It shows a power of PlayStation 4. History is not bad, but it could be better. In my opinion it's one of the best games availeble on next-gen consoles.
  60. ericjohn004
    May 11, 2014
    10
    I have 12 games on my PS4(Including COD: Ghosts, I have BF4 on PC), and the the 4 games that are always constantly being played are NFS: Most Wanted, Strider, Resogun, and Killzone: Shadow Fall. I'm a PC gamer so I'm used to awesome graphics, so Killzone surprised me a bit because it looks almost identical to Crysis 3. The lighting and textures and especially the lens flares. The game isI have 12 games on my PS4(Including COD: Ghosts, I have BF4 on PC), and the the 4 games that are always constantly being played are NFS: Most Wanted, Strider, Resogun, and Killzone: Shadow Fall. I'm a PC gamer so I'm used to awesome graphics, so Killzone surprised me a bit because it looks almost identical to Crysis 3. The lighting and textures and especially the lens flares. The game is very different from Crysis 3 though. In some cases I would say Killzone is better graphically, which is pretty amazing.

    Single Player- So this game definitely has the graphics. But does it have the gameplay? Yes it does. From BF4 to COD: Ghosts, I started playing the single player campaign and eventually after a few chapters I quit playing. It was just too boring and not fun at all. There is nothing to challenge you in those games. It's just "Shoot this guy", "Now shoot that guy". Killzone is some of that too(but a lot prettier) but you also get a bot to use in different ways which definitely spices up game play a lot(using the bot helps A LOT) and you also play a bit stealthy sometimes which I LOVE. I just wish they used more of it. So I fully completed the SP, and I plan to play the SP again on Medium. I played it first on hard but it was almost TOO hard to enjoy sometimes. I recommend playing on Medium. The SP actually gets you thinking, and you must die a few times to actually develop new schemes to try and complete the objective. I also absolutely LOVED the final chapter of the game, it's a completely stealth chapter but I won't give away the objective as it's an AWESOME objective too and a GREAT ending to a really fun single player campaign.

    Multiplayer- The MP of Killzone is a good bit different from BF4 and COD: Ghosts. And I find my self enjoying it a lot. In BF4 and COD, I find that you die so fast in those games(especially COD). It's like a bunch of people running around like headless chickens(which can be fun sometimes, I play both BF4 and COD: Ghosts). But Killzone is a bit more than that. For one you have all sorts of different devices such as shields and bots, which if you take good advantage of them they help you a lot. None of the guns are really that OP, and with a normal Assault Rifle it takes a good while to kill someone. You'd have to keep hitting them straight on for about 2 seconds to kill them and a lot more than that if your only landing every other shot. Being that it's a lot harder for you to die, I think that makes the game more about skill than just fast reflex's. Keep in mind I'm good at both COD and BF4, with a greater than 1 K/D ratio in both, and I like both of those games, but I also like Killzone's MP, and I find myself playing a lot of it. Is it better? No, but it's different so you can't really directly compare.

    Negatives about the game- One definite negative is that the multiplayer portion of the game only runs at 960x1080p. Which is about 10% more pixels than 1280x720p. So at least it's not 720p. But I really wish it were at least 1600x900p. Because you CAN for SURE tell the difference between how CRISP single player looks and how multi player looks a LITTLE blurry. So this is somewhat of a big deal for me. Most XBox fans think pixels don't matter at all, I BEG TO DIFFER cause it's obvious to me and I can't stand anything under 1600x900. But they way they made it 960x1080, they did it very smartly, so it doesn't look all that bad but it is a negative for sure. And the only negative I can really gripe about because I love the game. You may not be able to tell if you watch a youtube video of this, but if your playing in front of your 60 inch screen like I am, the difference is almost night and day to an everyday gamer.

    I wasn't expecting much from KZ: Shadow Fall. But it did impress me. I got this game in a bundle for my PS4 so it's not like I was really wanting it. But I'm glad I got it cause it's constantly inside my PS4 being played.

    Overall I think this games an 8.5/10, but because some people are giving it a 0, I'm giving it a 10.

    Whoever gives this game less than a 6 or 7, simply don't know what a TRULY good game is.    … Expand
  61. Stang
    May 11, 2014
    8
    Leider nicht so gut wie seine Vorgänger. Ich vermisse vor allem die Koop-Kampagne. Grafisch ist das Spiel wirklich gelungen, bloß manche Animationen sehen noch ziemlich altbacken aus, und auch die Deutsche synro ist wirklich schlecht. Da die Entwickler nicht viel Zeit hatten, kann ich verstehen, dass das Game leider nicht so geil war. Unterhalten hat`s mich aber trotzdem. Den MultiplayerLeider nicht so gut wie seine Vorgänger. Ich vermisse vor allem die Koop-Kampagne. Grafisch ist das Spiel wirklich gelungen, bloß manche Animationen sehen noch ziemlich altbacken aus, und auch die Deutsche synro ist wirklich schlecht. Da die Entwickler nicht viel Zeit hatten, kann ich verstehen, dass das Game leider nicht so geil war. Unterhalten hat`s mich aber trotzdem. Den Multiplayer finde ich aber wirklich schlecht. Sogar schlechter als das von COD.… Expand
  62. Junior76
    Apr 18, 2014
    9
    Killzone Shadow fall have impressive visuals and the incrible multiplayer, the campaign disappoints a bit with a shallow story, boring plot and no charismatic characters, but the multiplayer is a very fun.
  63. evolutionx85
    Apr 8, 2014
    10
    This game is wicked pretty and super fun, I enjoyed it very much an also choose the multi player over call of duty and battlefield 4, I think this franchise is going somewhere, cant wait to see what they will come up with next, this and infamous second son are my two favorite exclusive games
  64. funkamonkey
    Apr 7, 2014
    8
    Killzone Shadow Fall is simple to review.

    Great graphics and sound, solid single player gameplay with a few new ideas and a challenging, team focused multiplayer. The single player campaign is fun, if not too difficult and has a good story for a modern FPS. It's not a new game and most of it has been done before, but the spit and polish make it a game you will want to play through to    Killzone Shadow Fall is simple to review.

    Great graphics and sound, solid single player gameplay with a few new ideas and a challenging, team focused multiplayer.

    The single player campaign is fun, if not too difficult and has a good story for a modern FPS. It's not a new game and most of it has been done before, but the spit and polish make it a game you will want to play through to the end.

    Multiplayer rewards team play and can be punishing for mercenaries. Get a clan together and you'll have a lot of fun.

    There will be better shooters this gen but for now, Killzone Shadow Fall is worth a punt.    … Expand
  65. Mistval
    Apr 6, 2014
    8
    Mediocre campaign, but multiplayer is a lot of fun. It's pretty rare to get spawn camped in multiplayer, because the spawns are off limits to the enemy team and usually have 3 or 4 different exits. If you do end up getting spawn camped, there are several teleport abilities you can use to escape. Anyway, I mention this because spawn camping is a problem in most FPS games but in Killzone itMediocre campaign, but multiplayer is a lot of fun. It's pretty rare to get spawn camped in multiplayer, because the spawns are off limits to the enemy team and usually have 3 or 4 different exits. If you do end up getting spawn camped, there are several teleport abilities you can use to escape. Anyway, I mention this because spawn camping is a problem in most FPS games but in Killzone it is rare (but can still happen if one team is way more aggressive than the other).

    The abilities are pretty fun. Cloaks, teleportation, turrets, shields, stun drones, more. But some of them are a bit over the top. The air support drone for example is pretty obnoxious. It flies around and forces you to hide behind a wall until it goes away or else you get killed. Spider grenades can be very obnoxious, too.

    The worst part about multiplayer is that some players lag so badly they're basically invincible. They'll warp around and stutter and you can shoot them, and they will die, but sometimes only a minute later after they've killed you and the rest of your buddies. I'm serious, you can shoot them, run away, hide in a corner and half a minute later it will say you shot them to death. Thankfully, this problem is not nearly as bad as it was when the game first launched. Another problem that seems to be caused by lag is that in laggy games, ladders either become unusable, or you get stuck on them! Very annoying.

    Last month-ish the developers released a map pack with four or five-ish new maps for free. That was a nice gesture in this era of paid DLC. They also released an expansion with a new class and some new guns but you have to pay for that.

    Overall I think this is a lot better than CoD: Ghosts and it's my favorite multiplayer game so far for the PS4.    … Expand
  66. syldoc
    Apr 2, 2014
    10
    Je ne suis pas porté sur les fps, mais après l'avoir loué je l'ai acheté
    J'ai été soufflé par le visuel et le rythme du jeux
    Très impressionnant
  67. BovineDeath
    Mar 31, 2014
    9
    I've always found the Killzone games (with the possible exception of Killzone 3) to be very underrated. This is no exception, fun and interesting single player combined with awesome multiplayer to show just what the PS4 can do.
  68. AmazingKnight
    Mar 21, 2014
    8
    I enjoy shooters. Not as much as other game genres like Action/Adventure, Horror, or other genres like that but this is a very well made shooter and one of my favorite shooters ever made. I honestly was pleasantly surprised by this game because I thought it would be a generic launch title, but it wasn't. It had an interesting storyline that I was hooked on from the very beginning and itI enjoy shooters. Not as much as other game genres like Action/Adventure, Horror, or other genres like that but this is a very well made shooter and one of my favorite shooters ever made. I honestly was pleasantly surprised by this game because I thought it would be a generic launch title, but it wasn't. It had an interesting storyline that I was hooked on from the very beginning and it kept my interest with it's addictive gameplay. The multiplayer is balanced and a lot of fun to play and play. It's a unique shooter with some of the most beautiful graphics to ever be displayed in a video game. I really enjoyed this game, I really did. If you're a fan of shooters, you should definitely give this game a shot. You might be surprised.… Expand
  69. Guvi2k7
    Mar 21, 2014
    10
    I played couple of Killzone's and this one blew me away, haven't completed the story yet but so far I'm enjoying it but the online play is great, I prefer to play this online then COD, the graphics and visuals am really good and shows the power of the PS4! If this is the first amazing looking game on ps4 then I can't wait for the future of gaming and graphics!
    Online gameplay is amazing    I played couple of Killzone's and this one blew me away, haven't completed the story yet but so far I'm enjoying it but the online play is great, I prefer to play this online then COD, the graphics and visuals am really good and shows the power of the PS4! If this is the first amazing looking game on ps4 then I can't wait for the future of gaming and graphics!
    Online gameplay is amazing and doesn't bore me, really enjoy the online of this game

    I own both Xbox and Playstation owner and play both current gen and next gen console    … Expand
  70. York
    Mar 21, 2014
    10
    Killzone is such an underrated shooter game, this is much better than COD Ghosts in my opinion. The game loads incredibly fast, even faster than COD or Battlefield, and the campaign, while the story isn't perfect, it's very challenging and killing Helghasts has never been more fun. Multiplayer is what makes this game good though. It has its learning curves but once you get it, it's a funKillzone is such an underrated shooter game, this is much better than COD Ghosts in my opinion. The game loads incredibly fast, even faster than COD or Battlefield, and the campaign, while the story isn't perfect, it's very challenging and killing Helghasts has never been more fun. Multiplayer is what makes this game good though. It has its learning curves but once you get it, it's a fun multiplayer game… Expand
  71. Batfinkskinner
    Mar 21, 2014
    9
    Singleplayer: 7 Multiplayer: 10. A decent singleplayer campaign that shows off the ps4's power is more than complimented by its awesome and team orientated multiplayer. I haven't played a multiplayer that has so many people who co-operate with fairness and respect. Mic switched on or not I always get helped and revived and I do the same. Great game all round.
  72. andoarias
    Mar 21, 2014
    8
    After more than 100 hours playing the online multiplayer I can say this is one of the best games I've ever played. It doesn't have a great camapign and its plot isn't as interesting as it could be, but the productions values are there and make this game worthwile.
  73. scarecrowman175
    Mar 20, 2014
    8
    Graphically, Killzone Shadow Fall is unsurpassed. It's a beautiful game that features a ton of attention to detail. Story wise though it is pretty bare bones. It's just...bland. It doesn't do anything that a Call of Duty or Battlefield campaign hasn't and unfortunately feels like a typical FPS campaign. Explosions, lots of guns, and over the top scenes. Nothing too memorable occurs,Graphically, Killzone Shadow Fall is unsurpassed. It's a beautiful game that features a ton of attention to detail. Story wise though it is pretty bare bones. It's just...bland. It doesn't do anything that a Call of Duty or Battlefield campaign hasn't and unfortunately feels like a typical FPS campaign. Explosions, lots of guns, and over the top scenes. Nothing too memorable occurs, although the cliff hanger ending was interesting. The multiplayer portion of Killzone Shadow Fall is a nice change of pace from other multiplayer experiences. It's not anything that will stump first timers to the Killzone franchise, if you've played any sort of FPS game you'll be able to get a hang of how Killzone Shadow Fall's multiplayer works. There's something about it that I can't put my finger on, but I have enjoyed playing Killzone's multiplayer more so than Call of Duty Ghosts and Battlefield 4. If you're a fan of FPS games, you'll likely enjoy Killzone Shadow Fall. All in all it's a solid game but one that won't leave you wow'd outside of its graphics.… Expand
  74. kelvinlast2
    Mar 19, 2014
    10
    otimo game,bela narrativa,boa historia,otimos graficos
    jogabilidade otima,com otimos cenarios,varios inimigos desafiadores,com missoes bem interessantes
  75. androsity13
    Mar 18, 2014
    10
    If you like kz2 or kz3, you will love this!!! They stay true to their roots and the new engine looks phenomenal! Plus, free map DLC...doesn't get much better than that!!!
  76. BOSTONJOHN32
    Mar 18, 2014
    8
    I am a bit late with this review but since i have just wrote a review for another game and have been playing alot of the mp lately i thought i would share my thoughts.

    Killzone just like many triologies / series whether games , movies, music, books etc, usually start to lose steam with each installment the exceptions are knowns as the greats, clasics, epic and set a standard/ benchmark    I am a bit late with this review but since i have just wrote a review for another game and have been playing alot of the mp lately i thought i would share my thoughts.

    Killzone just like many triologies / series whether games , movies, music, books etc, usually start to lose steam with each installment the exceptions are knowns as the greats, clasics, epic and set a standard/ benchmark that is hard to do unfortunately Killzone doesnt fall in the latter BUT KZ Shadowfall is solid.

    campaign has a good tempo and varied missions as well as delivering an open world feel which is a blessing for those like myself who passionately grew to hate linear , generic corridor shooters. Hand holding is almost non existent and when it implement it guerilla cleverly disguised its pressence /existance with the games flow and tempo.

    No holy grail of a.i here but the helghast does not tend to kamikazi themselves by running full speed toward your 800 rounds per second. A.I uses cover well and rarely throws grenades at suicidal angles, tbh guerilla did a fine job in terms of the a.i being programmed good enough that it doesnt break the immersion they designed, a.i compliments rather than humilate the gameplay = fun gunplay with very little smh t ala moh warfighter turkey shoot.

    Guns feel great and are classic kz creations, not over the top op'd generics but rather somewhat believable futuristic guns, believing in v ideo games always a plus.
    campaign is a decent length and the visuals aare top notch nexr gen yummy, story is meh and kz mercs had a better one imo. There is some destructability but not on the level as say BF4. campaign fun but instantly forget me yes but cant say the same for the MP.

    Multiplaya is where this game freaking excells !

    A very unique , up tempo, tactical, oh so fun engagement in varied maps/locations multiplayer that is like no other. It has its own flavor which is so tasty i rebought the game after trading in for thief, the irony thief robbed my for 63 dollars and credit but thats neither here or there back on topic.

    guerilla unlocks all the guns from press start which levels playing field imho but you do upgrade turrets and unlock weapon scopes and mounts but it is needed for the player to feel progression which is better than feeling op'd due to level 76 prestige having a minigun while you enter late in the game per se wielding a but naked ak 47. Bottom line the mp designed with the gamer in mind on every level and i rate the mp as being top notch which can go toe to toe with any fps mp on the market as well as having one of the best hit boxes.
    Some are used to chocolate and vanilla and wont venture towards new or different flavors, CoD or BF4 are familiar territories, a comfort zone if you will and thats perfectly respectable / fine especially when its your dime but i will say this = change isnt always a bad thing and on that note KZSF campaign IS ACCEPTABLE AND THE MP IS REFRESHING & DERSERVING of good merit as well as a try but as they say different strokes for different folks well lets just say KZSF MP stroked my cords .

    P freakin S Guerilla I DEMAND A HELGHAST CAMPAIGN!

    Btw bgm fantastic as always and visually the 2nd best looking game this gen imo close secong to mgsv ground zeroes.
    My psn is pixelprov1 , hope you were able to take something positive / helpful from this

    Tc    … Expand
  77. Temujen
    Mar 15, 2014
    10
    A lot better than people say it is. The gameplay is varied, it's the best looking next-gen game to date and it certainly beats any CoD or Battlefield versions out there. The plot really moves the story forward, although I didn't like the ending - especially the final mission which seemed like it was from another game. Not sure if it is really a 10, however there are so many MicrosoftA lot better than people say it is. The gameplay is varied, it's the best looking next-gen game to date and it certainly beats any CoD or Battlefield versions out there. The plot really moves the story forward, although I didn't like the ending - especially the final mission which seemed like it was from another game. Not sure if it is really a 10, however there are so many Microsoft fanboys posting reviews here that it deserves a 10 to make up for all the fake reviews.… Expand
  78. Yagrold
    Mar 14, 2014
    10
    This game is extremely addictive, very beautiful and a delight to play. An exciting story, and certainly the best exclusive this generation so far. Again, the exclusives of Sony consoles dominate competitors. Just haters can give a score more low than 8,0 for this game.
  79. Truek
    Mar 11, 2014
    9
    The multiplayer for this game is IMO the best FPS multiplayer's available (and I never miss an FPS). By a considerable amount this game lays waste to its competitors and has an awesome DLC policy.
  80. tonylionedo
    Feb 26, 2014
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Well, Killzone shadow fall is my most anticipate PS4 game since i saw the trailer,i'm kind of a sci-fi shooter fun and i played killzone 2 3,of course killzone 2 and 3 is masterpiece,and SF inherit most of their advantage,It's an awesome game,the graphic ,i'm not gonna mention because they say enough about it because it's gorgeous.
    gameplay is awesome,the map is so big,like a sandbox,feel free,it's very very good to replay,and i did,the difficulty is not so hard,and the AI may not be so good as killzone 2,partly because lucas's equipment is so good,the x-ray eyes and OWL make everything easier even in hard mode,but,it's still hard in some mission,for example the death,so you can't be careless,and that's the most wonderful thing killzone give me:provoke,the plot is good,kind of touching for me,when the end comes,it feels like heart-broken for me,and the worst thing is i don't know how to cry,it's good,but not perfect.
    the multiplayer is awesome,the weapon is better,and more and more,it's good for a sci-fi shooter game,the map is interesting and the perks it's good.after all,it's good,but since i buy this game most for the single player,so i didn't play too long.
    after all,Killzone shadow fall is a good-looking!gorgeous sci-fi game,and of course exclusive for PS4,
    it's not perfect,it have flaws,but it's a brand new start for this series,because of the innovation,and i still looking forward to next killzone game! good job guerrilla!!    … Expand
  81. mattryan49
    Feb 25, 2014
    8
    Killzone Shadow fall was my first real play through of any of the Kill zone games. And i have to admit that it was a very very good play through. to start off the graphics are just gorgeous i think i spent 5 minutes just looking at the landscape and how light filtered through the trees. The storyline for me wasn't amazing but kept me interested enough to the very end. And the multiplayerKillzone Shadow fall was my first real play through of any of the Kill zone games. And i have to admit that it was a very very good play through. to start off the graphics are just gorgeous i think i spent 5 minutes just looking at the landscape and how light filtered through the trees. The storyline for me wasn't amazing but kept me interested enough to the very end. And the multiplayer was a very nice get away from the old call of duty and battlefield shooters. thought it did feel kinda slow and clunky comparatively on the multiplayer. Im very excited to see where they go with the next Killzone and i definitely recommend picking this up with your brand new ps4… Expand
  82. dead_458
    Feb 22, 2014
    10
    Good long campaign picks 30 years after killzone 3 has great reply value fun multiplayer GREAT launch title for the PS4 better than call of duty,battlefield 4 highly suggest it.
  83. Dukay66
    Feb 17, 2014
    8
    As a single player game, Killzone: Shadow Fall is a huge letdown. It's by the books and doesn't do anything special to make you want to keep playing. It's primarily there to showcase how powerful the PS4 is. Killzone: Shadow Fall makes up for that with its stellar multiplayer though. Its implementation of classes and how it portrays warfare makes you want to keep playing. The graphics fromAs a single player game, Killzone: Shadow Fall is a huge letdown. It's by the books and doesn't do anything special to make you want to keep playing. It's primarily there to showcase how powerful the PS4 is. Killzone: Shadow Fall makes up for that with its stellar multiplayer though. Its implementation of classes and how it portrays warfare makes you want to keep playing. The graphics from the single player are a downgraded a bit, as with every other game, but still looks fantastic.… Expand
  84. boshi
    Feb 14, 2014
    8
    not perfect, but still really good. the graphics in this game are amazing, especially the scenery. the story was, alright, but not great. the characters were pretty dull for the most part, and overall plot was passable. the game-play itself is great, however there is no aim assist in this game, and while that didn't bother me, it might bother some. multiplayer has 24 player tdm, or threenot perfect, but still really good. the graphics in this game are amazing, especially the scenery. the story was, alright, but not great. the characters were pretty dull for the most part, and overall plot was passable. the game-play itself is great, however there is no aim assist in this game, and while that didn't bother me, it might bother some. multiplayer has 24 player tdm, or three variations of warzones. in addition, players can make their own warzones with customized rules.… Expand
  85. disobedientlib
    Feb 11, 2014
    9
    This is mostly about the multi-player, which I've now put 35 hrs into (and the player base, while not huge, is still active and there is rarely a wait of more than 30 secs to get into a session). It's fast-paced, tactical, gorgeous looking, and includes lots of clever and varied class-based skills and weapon upgrades to obtain and experiment with in various combinations. It has a decentThis is mostly about the multi-player, which I've now put 35 hrs into (and the player base, while not huge, is still active and there is rarely a wait of more than 30 secs to get into a session). It's fast-paced, tactical, gorgeous looking, and includes lots of clever and varied class-based skills and weapon upgrades to obtain and experiment with in various combinations. It has a decent variety of maps (10) and new mini-modes are being created and featured regularly. The recent addition of a clan system will also appeal to some. The campaign is even more gorgeous looking. While it's a bit of a corridor shooter with a somewhat generic plot, it still has kept my attention so far (I've not completed it yet). Definitely worth the money spent, especially for someone like me that isn't interested in wading into the hard-to-crack crowds of sausage- and explitive-fests of CoD and Battlefield.… Expand
  86. Stryker218
    Feb 8, 2014
    10
    This game is hands down the best next generation game out so far. It's graphics exceed anything a console has ever done, It looks amazing and sharp. On top of the graphics, the gameplay is top notch. Playing the campaign was fun, and multiplayer will have you coming back for years, not weeks.
  87. moviegamelover
    Feb 7, 2014
    10
    I have always played Call of Duty games. I decided to buy Killzone since there are not many games for PS4 right now. I'm so glad I did. This game looks better than any other game i've ever played. the story and game play on story mode is good but feels like it's on rails. multiplayer is where the money is at.

    Many people get upset on multiplayer because camping is hard, spawn trapping    I have always played Call of Duty games. I decided to buy Killzone since there are not many games for PS4 right now. I'm so glad I did. This game looks better than any other game i've ever played. the story and game play on story mode is good but feels like it's on rails. multiplayer is where the money is at.

    Many people get upset on multiplayer because camping is hard, spawn trapping near impossible and there is NO aim assist, which I like all of these things. I rate this game a 10 because it is truly the best game on PS4 right now.    … Expand
  88. smelly
    Jan 28, 2014
    8
    MULTIPLAYER:
    Probably one of the best multiplayer games I've ever played. I could rave for hours (er, minutes). It feels incredibly balanced due to all weapons and abilities being available from the start, but there is enough reward through unlockable attachments and 1,500+ challenges that keep the addiction level high. Playing as each of the game's three classes is never tiresome and    MULTIPLAYER:
    Probably one of the best multiplayer games I've ever played. I could rave for hours (er, minutes). It feels incredibly balanced due to all weapons and abilities being available from the start, but there is enough reward through unlockable attachments and 1,500+ challenges that keep the addiction level high. Playing as each of the game's three classes is never tiresome and always engaging regardless of which I choose. This can be attributed to the great set of abilities each class posses that at times can feel like you're on a Call of Duty killstreak with the drones, turrets, missiles, and air-support that is instantly available to you.

    Teamwork is a big factor in the outcome of matches, depending on which mode you're playing, but the core mechanics of what each player should be doing are clear enough that voice chat is not at all a necessity to do well. Map design is great and makes it so you are basically never getting kills by running around in circles shooting people in the back like in Call of Duty. The firefights are very deliberate and often volley between two fronts, offering up some hectic battles and intensely risky behind-enemy-lines tactics. Uh...yeah, it's great!

    CAMPAIGN:

    Because the older Killzone games didn't really aspire to much aside from loud guns and slick graphics (namely 2 and 3), they end up being solid, albiet unambitious, shooters. I consider the original trilogy to be an incredible set of games that doesn't do much, but does it all with a raw simplicity and challenge that hits the spot. They are why I was super anxious to get my hands on Killzone: Shadow Fall.

    With a new console, however, another formulaic entry to the series just wouldn't cut it, especially with a game that spearheads the system launch. Thankfully, Guerrilla games decided to tinker with the core-Killzone mechanics and give players something new. Shadow Fall takes you out of the boots of the frontline grunts of the previous games and throws the player into the role of a Shadow Marshall, a kind of lone-wolf spec ops soldier with a slew of gadgets and abilities to help get each mission done. Not only that, but the levels were to be such that the player could engage the enemy on their own terms, without be pushed along by squadmates as you would before.

    In theory, it all sounded great to me, but in practice, there's something amiss. Well, not any one thing in particular, but many many little things. Guerrilla seems out of their element, and each new gameplay element introduced over the course of the campaign yields a series of small missteps. And...I don't wanna type anymore. List time!

    Pros:
    - Nice graphics
    - Very balanced multiplayer with good map design, unique abilities and upgrades
    - Gun controls are ultra-responsive
    - The OWL drone is cool when it works
    - The Spoor gun is designed very well

    Cons:
    - OWL drone is very temperamental about when it will work and is thus very unreliable
    - Can't hear anything anyone is saying, even with the music and SFX turned down..have to use sub-titiles
    - Lots of rocks, poles, chairs, and other pointless things in the environment to get stuck on
    - Overall amount of gun combat is relatively low
    - Too many dark levels, all without a flashlight
    - "Stealth" mission paths that can't be completed with stealth
    - "Simon says" -type "do-what-I-say-or-die" levels with Echo, even though she is hot
    - Some very poor pacing in the campaign make for some agonizingly drawn out pointless scenes
    - Music is noticeably absent in many parts of the campaign, and doesn't contribute much to the overall atmosphere when present
    - D-pad can be unresponsive in multiplayer    … Expand
  89. XBONE
    Jan 27, 2014
    9
    Best FPS of next gen. It reminds you of how fun, and what a FPS is capable of doing. Addictive gameplay, good graphics, and a wide variety of weapons.
  90. Addo79
    Jan 26, 2014
    8
    Nice graphic, but in Multiplayer are much popups.
    Then there should better set the game to 900p and 30-40 fps in mp.
    Multiplayer make a lot of fun.
    Singleplayer is also ok. Story could be better....
    I had a lot of fun and Wow-moments.
  91. HiDef-Jules
    Jan 25, 2014
    10
    I had a fantastic time with this game. The campaign is great with some awesome open levels and truly stunning scenery. I just don't get the average or bad reviews - ignore them and get the game!
  92. SLURM187
    Jan 22, 2014
    8
    Is this the best shooting game I have ever played? No. Is it a solid title on a brand new console still waiting for great titles to drop? Yes. If you are sick of Call of Duty, and simply need a game to play on your new PS4 console, then this is your game. The graphics are fantastic, the gameplay is solid, and the multiplayer is very fluid. The storytelling is lacking, and the checkpointIs this the best shooting game I have ever played? No. Is it a solid title on a brand new console still waiting for great titles to drop? Yes. If you are sick of Call of Duty, and simply need a game to play on your new PS4 console, then this is your game. The graphics are fantastic, the gameplay is solid, and the multiplayer is very fluid. The storytelling is lacking, and the checkpoint system is kind of stupid, but other than that, its worth a play; in a time when there are only like 8 games out for a console that is desperately in need of the new Infamous: Second Son, Metal Gear, or the Witcher 3.… Expand
  93. masterjohnson1
    Jan 22, 2014
    10
    This is the next gen game to get on PS4, everything looks great and the gameplay is just the best.
    you can play multiplayer for ages and not get board. The story is good for a run through, if anyone asks me what game to pick up with a PS4 I tell them Killzone: Shadow fall because it shows of everything
  94. loadstone007
    Jan 20, 2014
    10
    Superb production values and with this game you really feel next-gen, more than other shooters. The use of the touchpad is great, graphics and sound are superb, and the gameplay is fun and offers variety. Very recommended.
  95. ssfury
    Jan 18, 2014
    8
    First thing you're going to notice about this game is the stunning graphics! Gameplay is solid and the controls work well, great choice as a launch title for the ps4. Despite the great campaign there's not much more to shadow fall, multiplayer is nothing amazing and will feel repetitive and dull quickly.
  96. Kitz09
    Jan 16, 2014
    8
    The Playstation 4 I purchased is the first Playstation I've ever owned, so I was REALLY Excited to try this exclusive out and boy was I NOT let down. This game, from a graphics and mechanics standpoint, is the definition of a next-gen game. They were freaking incredible, the details in everything from rain dripping down a characters face, to the tiny pebbles and cracks littered all overThe Playstation 4 I purchased is the first Playstation I've ever owned, so I was REALLY Excited to try this exclusive out and boy was I NOT let down. This game, from a graphics and mechanics standpoint, is the definition of a next-gen game. They were freaking incredible, the details in everything from rain dripping down a characters face, to the tiny pebbles and cracks littered all over the rocky cliffs; it was absolutely insane. Movement felt very realistic in that doing things like sprinting would make the screen move as if the character were actually running and not just floating as it feels in many other FPSs.

    As for the campaign, I found the gameplay itself to be a lot of fun, however there were several parts in it that were very non-first-person shooter, that I felt took a little bit of the enjoyment out of the campaign. The story was very tough to follow and found myself having no idea why I was doing what I was doing, but at the same time I was enjoying myself (this also could be because I've never played a KIllzone game before). There were some parts of the campaign that were challenging, but overall I moved through the campaign with relative ease even when playing it on the hardest difficulty. So while the story itself was difficult to follow and there were some parts of the campaign that had no right being in an FPS in the first place, overall the gameplay was a lot of fun and definitely helped prepare me for the multiplayer.

    Personally LOVE the multiplayer in Killzone Shadow Fall. I've been playing Warzone which is basically a combination of every FPS game type known to man combined into one single game. So basically every 5 minutes or so the objective of the game changes from Team Deathmatch, to Search and Destroy, or to a Domination style game type, to a beacon retrieval game type. The game type utilizes every corner of the maps and with the objective constantly changing it keeps you on your feet and results in a really intense and enjoyable experience. Multiplayer utilizes a lot of the guns, abilities, load out options that you experienced in the campaign as well as incorporates some new aspects as well, still giving you that slight feeling of uniqueness. Most, if not all, of the load outs abilities provide some benefit to you and your team so it does a good job of promoting group cooperation and allows for those high-five moments you get when assisting your buddies. Overall I think the Killzone: Shadow Fall's multiplayer is extremely fun, and think anyone that is a fan of online shooters would thoroughly enjoy this game.    … Expand
  97. ProwlerCaboose
    Jan 16, 2014
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. ( no heavy spoilers were placed in this review, all spoiler areas have been marked accordingly I have only played the story, as i enjoy it in the Killzone franchise more then i do in most other games, and it was simply amazing in my opinion. I'm not sure weather that's because I've been playing campaigns like Ghosts or BF4 recently, where the story is just an afterthought, this was defiantly a well thought out experience. It spans a little over 10 hours and has you going from places i never expected it to, you'll be trudging around a Infected spaceship thats covered in bodies and biohazard signs one second, fighting through a terrorist attack, sneaking out of a enemy encampment, then skydiving through a destroyed city the next, it was a blast to play from start to finish. I had a few minor parts where i couldn't progress well but i got over them easily when i figured out how to get away from the enemies. The boss fights they had were amazing and really fun, and gameplay is different enough from the standard affair. I'm not saying this game was amazing and totally reinvents the wheel, but it defiantly will hold up for years. Using the zipline to actually get around areas and hacking doors and such is fun, you have different ways to approach areas, whether its stealthily taking guards down one by one, or guns blazing, its up to you. This level of freedom is welcoming even if its not to the degree of a game like FarCry 3. The shooting all feels good and well and works as it should (minor complaints that the sensitivity didn't go as high as id wanted it to and yes it was turned all the way up, i like high sensitivity.) and the guns felt solid and fun to use. Each guns secondary was useful in different ways when they would show up. All and all its a game worth playing if you own a ps4, i've seen people saying the campaign dragged on, but honestly in this day and age, were used to 4-5 hours for a shooter. This is a solid experience of about 10 hours, which i feel is a good thing. I'm coming away from this game having only played the campaign and i feel good about it. (also MY GOD THAT ENDING, it wasn't a set up for a new game, but it was a good yet shocking ending.)

    TL;DR
    This game manages to surprise and have a interesting story that i actually found to be shocking at parts, the gameplay is not completely new but changes enough to make me feel satisfied, the campaign is long which is good because most games are short overall its a fun game and worth it even if you just play the story.    … Expand
  98. sityoazzdown
    Jan 16, 2014
    8
    addicted. this game's mp is like a drug. There is a learning curve but it's worth it. people like to compare cod and battlefield like apple's and orange's; and it is true (casual/hardcore); killzone falls into the middle of those two. very fast paced and think on your feet gameplay, but also tactical. This game's mp is right for all type of players (whether ur a lonewolf, run and gunner,addicted. this game's mp is like a drug. There is a learning curve but it's worth it. people like to compare cod and battlefield like apple's and orange's; and it is true (casual/hardcore); killzone falls into the middle of those two. very fast paced and think on your feet gameplay, but also tactical. This game's mp is right for all type of players (whether ur a lonewolf, run and gunner, camper, etc). But it is also very balanced (guns, abilities, etc). I prob won't play the sp since the mp is so awesome. This game's mp is an 85/100.… Expand
  99. VGrantN
    Jan 14, 2014
    10
    Wow! What a great game it has addictive multiplayer that is balanced out, a great multiplayer leveling system and overall great campaign! Buy this if you haven't yet!
  100. Numberninedream
    Jan 13, 2014
    9
    Do you like fps,if so you will love killzone.amazing graphics ,huge open areas that are truly next gen,and the guns are brutal and loud,ai is decent so you will not find it easy,a must buy.
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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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