Killzone: Shadow Fall

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

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  1. Corbec8
    Dec 9, 2013
    8
    I feel that although this game does host some amazing graphics. I definitely agree with everyone here that it could have done with a less predictable story line.

    I won't go in to any details but the actors are a bit boring and dull, I feel this is more of an error with the voice acting as opposed to the game mechanics and engine. The emotions portrayed from the game engine are great,    I feel that although this game does host some amazing graphics. I definitely agree with everyone here that it could have done with a less predictable story line.

    I won't go in to any details but the actors are a bit boring and dull, I feel this is more of an error with the voice acting as opposed to the game mechanics and engine. The emotions portrayed from the game engine are great, its just the voice acting pushes you further away than taking you in to the story further and involving you.

    By now you are probably thinking as to why I gave this game an 8, the reason is simple. It is a launch title and so bearing that in mind I do think that Killzone Shadow Fall is not a bad stab at all with regards to utilising the PS4 hardware.

    So preps to the developers.

    Please remember this review is 100% opinionated and so do not judge me :P    … Expand
  2. Firestorm94
    Dec 22, 2013
    8
    KIllzone shadow fall is a good fps but falls short in some areas

    Pros: -Amazing graphics -Fun Gameplay -Great multiplayer -Good variety of weapons -Good voice acting -Amazing level design Cons: -Bad story -Generic -No multiplayer ranking system -NO in game voice chat -no clan system Kzsf is a great launch title for the ps4 and i'd say it's worth buying despite it's    KIllzone shadow fall is a good fps but falls short in some areas

    Pros:
    -Amazing graphics
    -Fun Gameplay
    -Great multiplayer
    -Good variety of weapons
    -Good voice acting
    -Amazing level design

    Cons:
    -Bad story
    -Generic
    -No multiplayer ranking system
    -NO in game voice chat
    -no clan system

    Kzsf is a great launch title for the ps4 and i'd say it's worth buying despite it's short comings.    … Expand
  3. melon09
    Dec 28, 2013
    8
    The multiplayer is very very fun and well balanced. To me, I am happy I purchased this game for just the online modes alone. It is more team based strategy than games such as call of duty but does not lose individual competitiveness. It really pays to work as a team and balance the 3 classes. Also, the system of ranking by challenges completed is interesting because it encourages youThe multiplayer is very very fun and well balanced. To me, I am happy I purchased this game for just the online modes alone. It is more team based strategy than games such as call of duty but does not lose individual competitiveness. It really pays to work as a team and balance the 3 classes. Also, the system of ranking by challenges completed is interesting because it encourages you to try different weapons and abilities to further unlock items.

    The campaign is not the greatest. It is moderately enjoyable but I found myself thinking, "after this mission I want to play multiplayer" a number of times. The pros are that it looks great and can be a little challenging. It is not just a cake walk blasting through tons of enemies. The cons are that the story is not clear or overly compelling. If the story was even 1/3 as great as a game like The Last of Us, then the campaign would be far better.    … Expand
  4. Shejk
    Dec 28, 2013
    10
    Gorgeous, thrilling and addictive, Killzone Shadowfall is the best game in the franchise so far.

    Halo meats Metal Gear Solid and Deus ex in this fun shooter. The sense of open world roaming is a fresh takes on the genre as it lets you choose how to engage each mission. You can either go the stealthy route, avoiding detection while assassinating your enemies from the shadows or blasting    Gorgeous, thrilling and addictive, Killzone Shadowfall is the best game in the franchise so far.

    Halo meats Metal Gear Solid and Deus ex in this fun shooter. The sense of open world roaming is a fresh takes on the genre as it lets you choose how to engage each mission. You can either go the stealthy route, avoiding detection while assassinating your enemies from the shadows or blasting your way open, zip-lining your way in or simply running in guns blazing. It is often even possible to avoid conflict entirely with clever use of the shadows and distractions. However you choose to engage each level Killzone Shadowfall rewards you for playing smart and punishes you for being reckless and that's what I love about the gameplay, it forces you to think before taking action. The game does a great job introducing you to these different aspects early on, showing that there are many ways to complete each mission. This also adds great replayability.

    The environments are stunning, at times I had to simply stop and take in the gorgeus scenery. The sound and music is spot on in almost every scene of the game and does a good job adding to the atmosphere. The story starts rather weak but quickly turns thrilling as the plot unfolds. My only criticism is that while it is a good story it is also pretty obvious. Still this is by far the best single player campaign of any shooter, second only to Bioshock Infinite (CoD and BF don't even come close). I can't wait to see what the future holds for this franchise.    … Expand
  5. SMASHMOUTH666
    Jan 5, 2014
    10
    Awesome game. Awesome graphics, gameplay, sound, the guns are just so sweet and I don't care what anyone else has to say, I like the story. The touchpad control is really cool and intuitive. It's a feature that has surprised me as before I played I wasn't expecting much from its inclusion but it does actually add to the experience as a whole.

    The multiplayer is also very cool. It's    Awesome game. Awesome graphics, gameplay, sound, the guns are just so sweet and I don't care what anyone else has to say, I like the story. The touchpad control is really cool and intuitive. It's a feature that has surprised me as before I played I wasn't expecting much from its inclusion but it does actually add to the experience as a whole.

    The multiplayer is also very cool. It's tough but a joy to play with plenty of modes to keep you going and the community is also pretty cool.

    This is my favourite of the series and I look forward to Killzone4.    … Expand
  6. 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
  7. Onizuka323
    Nov 16, 2013
    10
    Great game even if it's a launch title, most of these negative reviews are fanboys spamming or paid advertising from Xbox. If you like shooters especially games like Metro Last Light then this game is for you.
  8. bellerophon
    Nov 22, 2013
    10
    Great game :
    - best visuals ever seen on a console fps game
    - Great story and narration
    - non linearity in the unwinding of the game
    - gameplay has much variety
    - great MP as for the previous KZ games
  9. KRT825
    Nov 16, 2013
    9
    the singleplayer is a huge improvement, the campaign is literally 10 hours long, features many innovative and brilliant level design, some part might not work out that well, but the whole singleplayer is just amazing, challenging AIs force you to use cover and strategy during combat, singleplayer alone I give it a 9/10
    multiplayer is fun, just like every other FPS, nothing bad, nothing    the singleplayer is a huge improvement, the campaign is literally 10 hours long, features many innovative and brilliant level design, some part might not work out that well, but the whole singleplayer is just amazing, challenging AIs force you to use cover and strategy during combat, singleplayer alone I give it a 9/10
    multiplayer is fun, just like every other FPS, nothing bad, nothing too special, nice feauture for a great game
    overall the game isn't perfect, but It's a must buy for PS4 or shooter fans
    It's way better than how most major critics talk about it
    this is one of the best singleplayer shooter this year, not as good as Infinite or Last Light, but very close    … Expand
  10. Laney
    Nov 15, 2013
    10
    Almost perfect multiplayer, lots of choice and great intricate maps. Single player is very enjoyable too. A lot of care and thought has been put into this game. A worthy launch title showing off the ps4.
  11. metalrockstyle
    Nov 15, 2013
    10
    Magnifique immersif genial voici le grand frisson de la liberté dans un solo long et artistiquement exceptionnel qui se savoure avec grand plaisir l'opposé de celui d'un Call of qui se torche la vas vite tel un mouton qui suit le berger au lieu de gambader librement dans son pré!:-D
  12. phishhippy
    Nov 23, 2013
    9
    When I show off what the ps4 can do, I put this in before battlefield or rivals. The campaign is a science fiction dream and I had to focus not to die in combat as I was in awe of the environments. The story is lacking and the enemies aren't varied enough but the gunplay is tight and the owl is a great way to use the touchpad in shooters. The multiplayer is fun and different but anyWhen I show off what the ps4 can do, I put this in before battlefield or rivals. The campaign is a science fiction dream and I had to focus not to die in combat as I was in awe of the environments. The story is lacking and the enemies aren't varied enough but the gunplay is tight and the owl is a great way to use the touchpad in shooters. The multiplayer is fun and different but any lack of ranking or customization besides unlocks brought down the time I would've spent with it. The atmosphere and feel of the world is what makes it a must buy for me and shows promise of a bright future for ps4.… Expand
  13. Beast979
    Nov 18, 2013
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I Would have given this game a 9 or 10 if the stupid level (chapter 8) where you're flying through a crumbling city crashing into everything was removed....bad/responsive controls on that part of the level combined with any lack of direction made for one painful level to get through.… Expand
  14. Seival
    Dec 29, 2013
    10
    This is what the next-gen games should be. Heavily story-driven no matter the genre. Based on very interesting and important ideas. Made with excellent production quality.

    Killzone: Shadow Fall has all of this. It's based on thoughts about wars, what actually cause them, how easy is to start them, how hard is to stop them, and what role pride and fear have in all of this. It has    This is what the next-gen games should be. Heavily story-driven no matter the genre. Based on very interesting and important ideas. Made with excellent production quality.

    Killzone: Shadow Fall has all of this. It's based on thoughts about wars, what actually cause them, how easy is to start them, how hard is to stop them, and what role pride and fear have in all of this. It has interesting scenario full of unexpected turn of events. The characters in this story look truly alive. The world looks vast and beautiful even through the gameplay leads us through the very small playable areas (stunning dynamic backgrounds do exactly what they were designed for). The gameplay itself utilizes diverse and interesting mechanics. Sounds and music are truly great.

    The new standards were set. And I really doubt many devs will be able to produce such amazing games...    … Expand
  15. DreRoc
    Nov 15, 2013
    8
    The critics didn't do this game any justice whatsoever. The graphics are beautiful, smooth gameplay, interesting follow up storyline to follow up for hardcore killzone fans. The multiplayer is beautiful as well holding a steady 60fps. The bad part about this game is that it still feels really clunky and heavy. Also sometimes in the multiplayer it gets boring because of the slow pace otherThe critics didn't do this game any justice whatsoever. The graphics are beautiful, smooth gameplay, interesting follow up storyline to follow up for hardcore killzone fans. The multiplayer is beautiful as well holding a steady 60fps. The bad part about this game is that it still feels really clunky and heavy. Also sometimes in the multiplayer it gets boring because of the slow pace other people can be really hard to find. All in all this is a decent launch game which really shows off the ps4's horsepower the critics should be ashamed for rating this game so low. It seems as if every game the critics give a bad rating to the users find the game to be compelling which makes me question the critics… Expand
  16. abdul70
    Nov 15, 2013
    10
    1. Killzone shadow fall is probably the best looking FPS game right now for ps4.
    2. A game that offers a very good solo and multiplayer. MUST BUY for every ps4 owner
  17. lesigh
    Nov 16, 2013
    10
    Having a blast and I haven't even played the singleplayer. The textures and models are very nicely done. Animations and effects are terrific. The online multiplayer is a blast with missions and a strong focus on teamwork.
  18. IVeNoMouZI
    Nov 24, 2013
    10
    Needs a little improvements (Clan System, improved hip fire, etc) but other than that, it's an excellent game. For sure, the best looking game on any console at the moment.
  19. xxGen_Mayhemxx
    Nov 17, 2013
    8
    Killzone Shadow fall comes up a little short in terms of story. It's very predictable to a certain extent, If you've finished the game you know what ending scene I'm talking about. Just starting the multiplayer which so far is fairly entertaining. Overall it's a pretty decent start to the next gen consoles, but will probably trade it in for another game in the near future (2-5 Months).
  20. Mando44646
    Nov 19, 2013
    9
    Great game! The visuals are beautiful and the gameplay is a ton of fun. It also expands the Killzone universe and bit more and adds more color to the franchise. More than happy I spent $60 on it
  21. digiart247
    Jan 6, 2014
    10
    Killzone has always been a FPS that I enjoy. With each new installment they continue to grow and refine the experience. I think this is my favorite FPS to date and I will tell you why. I also own BF4 and COD ghosts so I am comparing KZ:SF to the best out there.

    *Minor Spoilers* I don't think I need to check the box but thought i'd give a fair warning to anyone who doesn't want even    Killzone has always been a FPS that I enjoy. With each new installment they continue to grow and refine the experience. I think this is my favorite FPS to date and I will tell you why. I also own BF4 and COD ghosts so I am comparing KZ:SF to the best out there.

    *Minor Spoilers*
    I don't think I need to check the box but thought i'd give a fair warning to anyone who doesn't want even minor things revealed

    Graphically for me Killzone shines above the rest, not just because it's so shiny. The graphical powerhouse is the best looking FPS in the console market to date. I'm not going to deny the abundant use of lens flare and particle effects, but where many are saying they are just there because they can, I think all of them make sense and are used effectively. The level designs are varied both in a corridor/open sense as well as a visual style sense. These include the beautiful city of Vekta to the oppressive Helgast cities we are used to as a visuals. But new surprises were nicely horrific space stations, container city slums and the cracked surface of Helgan that was destroyed at the end of KZ3. All this combines to be the most visually impressive and fun environmental games I have experienced recently. I have to say I am a bit biased as far as Sci-Fi anything to me is better than Modern Day. I just get more excited about things that could be instead of things that actually are

    Gameplay is better than ever. I still like the heavy feel of guns in this game, big guns have Weight! The shooting mechanic is tight and reliable. If ever a mistake was made shooting it was my own and not bad controls. I really liked the change of pacing in this one with more focus on the stealth being a shadow marshal. This is what sets it apart from BF4 and COD for me. The action is intense in this one but it also slows down and allows you tactfully take on a battle. With gadgets and weapons focused on helping you achieve this. Example, I used an echo to see a mech through walls and waited patiently while it walked up a ramp underneath a large crate. I threw an EMP grenade to freeze it and shot the crate down smashing the mech like a pancake. Purely why I enjoyed KZ:SF more than COD or BF4. Those are great but all action. Many have complained about the "on rails" sections, I never felt this way. I think these sequences made sense and were very fun. As we transition into the new generation however I do hope they make things more and more open and less and less "on rails" but some of those bits are still very fun to me.

    Story is great! many say it falls flat but I think it was quite enjoyable. A bit predictable but I think the dichotomy presented in this really highlights the idea of there is rarely a "good" or "bad" side, only your way of seeing it depending on which side you are on or if you are stuck in the middle. I think it's not the level of story telling say "Last of Us" or "Bioshock" (any of them) have achieved, but comparatively I think it's story is better than COD or BF4. Don't get me wrong I think those also did a good job, but for me KZ:SF just did it better.

    Finally sound design is impeccable. Gunfire, explosions and the like are all spot on. The sci-fi sounds of hovering drop ships and electrified shield bursting are all great as well. no sound stood out as weird or wrong which is the way it should be. And on top of all that, the music straight blew me away! The whole game I was constantly saying to myself that this music is amazing. Non conventional in many instances and yet is still worked perfectly. Much better than COD although I thought BF4 had some nice music, KZ:SF has the best music by far. *SPOILER* the audio files and their presentation was the most unexpected, yet simple and perfect way for the player to experience them. The speaker in the controller needs to be used more like this because it made me feel like I picked up the audio file and played on my own personal device and was listening to it all the while the game, its sounds and music kept on playing like I was still in that world. Perfect really perfect. never thought something that sounds so silly would be so effective and engaging.

    Oh and multiplayer is my favorite. have loved it since KZ2. now with prettier levels, but balanced, varied and fun levels at that. Probably about to go play now!

    overall I think this game is great and anyone who says it's terrible or whatever are clearly not playing the same game I played. I recommend this 100% and give it 10/10 because my minor gripes are washed away in the sea of fun this game provides.    … Expand
  22. Jaredv
    Nov 25, 2013
    9
    This game is absolutely fantastic! It looks amazing and plays great. If you are a fan of the Killzone series or shooters this is for you. The pacing inst always great at times but i was always enjoying myself. I'm going back through the game working on trophies and still enjoying playing levels over and over again. Hope this helps you make a decision!
  23. Darleh
    Nov 19, 2013
    10
    I originally thought that the Single-player was a bit dry. However, I really enjoyed the ending to the story, and how they went out with a "bang." The multiplayer system has enough customization to tie you over.

    I would REALLY appreciate the ability to talk to the other players on my team in game. I've been a PC gamer all my life, and so far this is my only complaint. I've always    I originally thought that the Single-player was a bit dry. However, I really enjoyed the ending to the story, and how they went out with a "bang." The multiplayer system has enough customization to tie you over.

    I would REALLY appreciate the ability to talk to the other players on my team in game. I've been a PC gamer all my life, and so far this is my only complaint. I've always liked communicating with my team.

    I'll give this game a 10, hopping that they'll eventually add an in-game voice over system.    … Expand
  24. Khronikos
    Nov 26, 2013
    8
    Multiplayer is fantastic. The fact reviewers are basically being paid off or ignoring the multiplayer altogether says it all. BF4 has a worse campaign and gets stellar scores with basically the same multiplayer they had last time.

    The graphics in this game are unmatched at launch technically. I found the single player to be quite fun. It will get some patches to make some of the more    Multiplayer is fantastic. The fact reviewers are basically being paid off or ignoring the multiplayer altogether says it all. BF4 has a worse campaign and gets stellar scores with basically the same multiplayer they had last time.

    The graphics in this game are unmatched at launch technically. I found the single player to be quite fun. It will get some patches to make some of the more difficult parts a little easier no doubt. I play on hard first time through and have been amazed, as a PC gamer with beast rig, that this system is outputting those visuals at launch. The OWL is tight as hell. The guns are amazing and the environments will keep you along on the ride with interest in what happens next. The story is okay. But this game is no C game. More like a B.

    Multiplayer so far is skill based. And it is awesome. No aim assist and very little input lag. The guns are balanced. They have patches in the works and the maps are free for the main modes, something that more people should be talking about. It really does amaze me at all the fanboyism in gaming today. Even the reviewers have become nothing but cynical hobbyists with absolutely no consistency in their views. There is simply no way this game is a lesser game than friggin' COD Ghosts. While the campaign isn't the greatest thing ever I had a lot of fun and that just carries over into the tough multiplayer which will be very offputting I hope for COD players.    … Expand
  25. longshot28
    Nov 22, 2013
    9
    While the campaign can be frustrating at times, and there is never really a clear understanding of where you need to go next, it is a very engaging story. But its shortcomings are more than made up for in Multiplayer.

    Fantastic game!
  26. saucymonk
    Dec 17, 2013
    10
    Superb Game. Loved the Single player Story and the multiplayer is sublime! keeps me coming back for more and more and more and more and more and more and.....
  27. huss2215
    Dec 26, 2013
    9
    Graphics: Best graphics to date, alongside BF3. 10.

    Sound: Gun sounds check, voice acting check, voice actors unchecked. Possibly the worst reaction I have seen in a game where a kid witnesses his father die (in the beginning). Just terrible, and terribly voiced. Other than that Helghast sounded great. The music/theme was excellent, definitely the great Killzone theme. 8.5.    Graphics: Best graphics to date, alongside BF3. 10.

    Sound: Gun sounds check, voice acting check, voice actors unchecked. Possibly the worst reaction I have seen in a game where a kid witnesses his father die (in the beginning). Just terrible, and terribly voiced. Other than that Helghast sounded great. The music/theme was excellent, definitely the great Killzone theme. 8.5.

    Gameplay: Multiplayer is back! Feels much better than part 3, and on similar ground to part 2. The campaign feels more open, giving you objectives to do at your leisure. The objectives are sometimes hard to spot. There’s a whole level that’s basically a puzzle. Overall the campaign was enjoyable but the previous Killzone 3 was overall just better. 8.5.

    Story: Like the gameplay the pacing is good but the overall execution isn’t as good as the previous. 8.5.

    Replay Value: 8-10 hour campaign, and multiplayer that is better than Call of Duty Ghosts. I’d recommend this as an excellent launch title for your PS4. 10.

    Overall Score: 9.1 out of 10.    … Expand
  28. mspeed101
    Nov 22, 2013
    10
    Killzone is an amazing high quality shooter that will be fun for a while. When i first saw the game at E3 i was amazed by the graphics and when i play the game i am still amazed. This is by far the prettiest launch title across both consoles and it goes nicely with the fun and more unique multiplayer. The multiplayer is not focused on prestige like other First Person shooters are allKillzone is an amazing high quality shooter that will be fun for a while. When i first saw the game at E3 i was amazed by the graphics and when i play the game i am still amazed. This is by far the prettiest launch title across both consoles and it goes nicely with the fun and more unique multiplayer. The multiplayer is not focused on prestige like other First Person shooters are all about. This multiplayer is more about just enjoying playing it along with unlocking cool player cards. At first i have to say it can be a bit confusing due to the menus not being easy to navigate but once you start using it you will find yourself being able to maneuver it quite easily. The gamemode Warzone is very fun to play and exciting. The game is also not as focused on kills like other FPS games are but more focused on a collective score from missions, kills, and challenges. The campaign is also fun and offers a good challenge. The campaign is fun and a great bonus to the solid multiplayer. For the average Call of Duty player you may find yourself not liking it just because its not what your used to but if you give it a chance and or you feel Call of Duty is getting old, this is a great title to pick up! I would give this game a solid 9.5 but because there is no option and there are negative reviews for no good reason i will give this a 10. If the menus were a little more easy to navigate however i would probably have given this a 10 anyways.… Expand
  29. zHeeRoZ_
    Nov 20, 2013
    10
    This is the best Killzone so far, even better than Killzone 2. The MP great from the start. They give you all the weapons right from the start. There are several game modes that are combined into one match in classic Killzone style. There is NO aim assist, which is a huge bonus in my opinion. If you see someone complain about the controls, this is likely the reason. The 3 classes areThis is the best Killzone so far, even better than Killzone 2. The MP great from the start. They give you all the weapons right from the start. There are several game modes that are combined into one match in classic Killzone style. There is NO aim assist, which is a huge bonus in my opinion. If you see someone complain about the controls, this is likely the reason. The 3 classes are balanced surprisingly well, and there is not a bad ability in the bunch. Guns feel and look way cooler than COD and Battlefield. Pistols aren't complete garbage. There's a ton of challenges and unlockables. Maps have plenty of routes and bases are very difficult to camp. Of all the launch games this one runs the best (search around if you don't believe me), and looks better than most games do on my $1,200 PC. I am still in shock at how good this game turned out. Any shooter fan needs to give it a try.… Expand
  30. ChrisMasters3
    Nov 21, 2013
    10
    This is the definitive Killzone experience that was long pass due. Now only is it the best looking game Next-Gen thus far, it takes elements from Cryteks Crysis series while still holding true to the Killzone style that makes this game a wonder to behold. This game is entirely a must buy for PS4 adopters and with it's 13hrs length, it'll definitely keep you going for quite some time. TheThis is the definitive Killzone experience that was long pass due. Now only is it the best looking game Next-Gen thus far, it takes elements from Cryteks Crysis series while still holding true to the Killzone style that makes this game a wonder to behold. This game is entirely a must buy for PS4 adopters and with it's 13hrs length, it'll definitely keep you going for quite some time. The Multiplayer is deep and balanced and all the while addictive—it's deep with it's very own custom Warzone along side the classic game modes, deep class editing and weapon attachments and leveling up based on kills is scrapped for a more fluent point system. 1500 challenges to unlock and the more you unlock, the more it shows next to your PSN ID. Buy this game, it's worth your time.… Expand
  31. dark_Spawn
    Nov 22, 2013
    10
    This game simply looks amazing! I have always been a killzone fan from the 2nd installment and continue to this day I'm so glad to be playing Killzone Shadowfall. It looks great and the tactical echo is also something I really like. The game play is now diversified and gives you the opportunity to do things the way you play and like to play. And have I told you it looks GREAT? IT tools AMAZING!
  32. metal_logan
    Nov 25, 2013
    10
    the cool and solid gameplay better graphic than battlefield4 good cinematic cut scene sound and music are magical multiplayer part same past time and killzone sf has good server
  33. Maverick81
    Nov 28, 2013
    8
    Say what you want, but there is no denying that Killzone SF is a top notch launch title. The graphics fully showcase what is to come from the PS4. The use of the DS4 controller upgrades were cleverly done and didn't feel tacked on. IMO they added to the experience. There's a lot of variety to the levels and a good amount of freedom to take on any objective as you see fit. The storylineSay what you want, but there is no denying that Killzone SF is a top notch launch title. The graphics fully showcase what is to come from the PS4. The use of the DS4 controller upgrades were cleverly done and didn't feel tacked on. IMO they added to the experience. There's a lot of variety to the levels and a good amount of freedom to take on any objective as you see fit. The storyline was the best this studio has put forth yet. That being said, the studio could still do some work on making the storyline flow better and make more areas feel a bit more impactful. This studio is definately on the right track and I cant wait to see what comes next. Oh, I should also mention a weird glitch in the game where the voiceovers cut out, are super quiet, or the subtitles pop up but the characters never say a thing. That should've been fixed before it was launched. It can take you away from the experience quite a bit.… Expand
  34. mrpops238
    Dec 6, 2013
    10
    Gameplay is fantastic.
    Graphics are the best so far out of ANY next gen game on any console.
    Sound is excellent. Good voice acting and gun sounds/explosions.
    Online is awesome.

    Best launch game of the current gen easily.
  35. redrx8gt2005
    Jan 4, 2014
    10
    All The Zeros Come From Xbox Fan Boys If You Click Their Name You Will See All Zero For PS4 And All 10 For Xbox One Witch Is Sad Id Give This Game A SOlid 8 But Too Many Fan Boys Have Ruined This Its Definitely Better Then A 7 Great Campaign Even Tho Some Parts Were Annoying Like The Free Fall Areas The Online Looks Great And Doesnt Slowdown But The Best Part Is The Graphics TheyAll The Zeros Come From Xbox Fan Boys If You Click Their Name You Will See All Zero For PS4 And All 10 For Xbox One Witch Is Sad Id Give This Game A SOlid 8 But Too Many Fan Boys Have Ruined This Its Definitely Better Then A 7 Great Campaign Even Tho Some Parts Were Annoying Like The Free Fall Areas The Online Looks Great And Doesnt Slowdown But The Best Part Is The Graphics They Set The Tone For The Ps4 And Next Gen Do Yourself A Favor And Pick Up This GEM Also I Loved The New Control Scheme (L2 Aim R2 Shoot) As Opposed To Using Analogs Like Killzone 2… Expand
  36. dyerares21
    Dec 26, 2013
    10
    Beautiful fun game too play. Don't know how people troll so hard and give this game a 0 you guys are pathetic. Levels are great, guns are fun, perfect game imo to launch with the ps4.
  37. 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
  38. 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
  39. Pherball66
    Nov 25, 2013
    9
    Kill zone is awesome as always. This time, the graphics are insane, Gameplay is fluid, and multi-player rocks. There are some software issues that should be addressed but other than that....... Great job on this game.
  40. padako
    Nov 23, 2013
    9
    Graphically stunning with a single player campaign that is hugely evolved from its predecessor. The owl is fun to use and the campaign gives you many wide open areas with situations that can be approached in a number of different ways. Vekta city is beautiful and it is very impressive to see all of those buildings and NPCs in memory at once. The multiplayer is solid but I feel as thoughGraphically stunning with a single player campaign that is hugely evolved from its predecessor. The owl is fun to use and the campaign gives you many wide open areas with situations that can be approached in a number of different ways. Vekta city is beautiful and it is very impressive to see all of those buildings and NPCs in memory at once. The multiplayer is solid but I feel as though they should have tried to push the limits a bit more in terms of player count and new modes. This is probably my #1 recommended launch title as it really shows what the system can do. Definitely improved over the previous games and I can't wait to see the sequel!… Expand
  41. 1337Reviewer
    Nov 18, 2013
    10
    By far one of the best Killzones (and even FPSs) that I've ever played. If you are hesitant on buying the game, at least hear me out and decide for yourself. I encourage everyone to look at multiple reviews instead of just lazily picking one review and deciding not to buy the game.

    I'll start with the single player. It's a step up from KZ2 and KZ3 (unless you enjoyed those two). It's    By far one of the best Killzones (and even FPSs) that I've ever played. If you are hesitant on buying the game, at least hear me out and decide for yourself. I encourage everyone to look at multiple reviews instead of just lazily picking one review and deciding not to buy the game.

    I'll start with the single player. It's a step up from KZ2 and KZ3 (unless you enjoyed those two). It's definitely not linear like KZ2/3 in that the maps are much bigger and you are given choices as to how to infiltrate enemy territory. As a Shadow Marshall, your best choice is to play it discreet and to try to avoid going Rambo on a platoon of Helghast as opposed to KZ2/3 where you basically go CoDdudebro throughout those campaigns. And personally, I like it. You also have a robotic weapon companion called the OWL which basically acts as your personal drone and life support. It really comes in handy for those parts where you're up against many Helghast in that you can set the OWL to attack enemies and distract them while you take out the rest.

    The game's story progresses in chapters and each chapter is a new map/level. The game mixes between Vekta/New Helghan maps and space maps where you're in an ISA Cruiser or a giant space laboratory. Personally, I absolutely LOVED the chapters in space. The feel, the atmosphere and the art direction in those chapters felt very sci-fi eery; almost like Metroid Prime (which I find to be a very good thing). I loved going through the abandoned ISA Cruiser and reading the eery messages that the crew left behind on the walls, especially this one downright disturbing Audiolog in one of the rooms which simply captured the atmosphere perfectly. I won't go behind the story in those chapters since they're somewhat spoilers. The soundtrack in this game is also amazing and won't disappoint since it also seems to capture that 'Metroid Prime' feel that I described earlier.

    The controls in Shadow Fall also don't feel as heavy as they did in KZ2/3. Controls are responsive; swiping the touch pad to give your OWL orders is easy. Shooting feels great. The only thing they could have worked on more was the cover system but other than that, gameplay is pretty much flawless IMO.

    Multiplayer is pretty much a blast. They incorporated new game mechanics like shields and speed power ups. It's your standard Killzone MP but with much more game modes incorporated into it. Weapons and game searches are customizable. It's much faster getting into an MP match. Map designs are also new and they even include a few old ones from KZ2/3 such as the map "Ruins".

    All in all, I very much enjoyed my time with Killzone Shadow Fall and will continue to do so for MP. The graphics are downright amazing and mesmerizing and runs very fluidly at a consistent framerate AND in 1080p. Pick this game up if you're getting a PS4.    … Expand
  42. 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.
  43. eosiodfnmoifne
    Nov 24, 2013
    10
    Click the link of the profile of people giving this game zeroes. They gave the X1 launch games tens while giving the ps4 launch games zeroes.

    As far as the critics, they said this game and BF4 had mediocre campaigns, yet the bad campaign in BF4 held no weight in its score. Hmm... kind of hard to take reviews seriously, now.
  44. sparriskrigaren
    Dec 9, 2013
    8
    I think 8 is a fair score for this game, but it's hard to rate. The thing is, the stoy is dumb beyond belief. Seriously, I can't belive how bad the story is, embarassing. On the other hand, EVERYTHING else is top-notch. Unbelievable and gorgeous graphics, design, truly impressive. The gameplay is so much fun, every level is a blast! The sound in this game is also incredible and so is theI think 8 is a fair score for this game, but it's hard to rate. The thing is, the stoy is dumb beyond belief. Seriously, I can't belive how bad the story is, embarassing. On the other hand, EVERYTHING else is top-notch. Unbelievable and gorgeous graphics, design, truly impressive. The gameplay is so much fun, every level is a blast! The sound in this game is also incredible and so is the level design very very clever. If the story was better it could have been a timeless classic, now it feels somewhat flawed. But everything is so well made, it almost makes up for the brain dead story.… Expand
  45. dpc
    Nov 26, 2013
    8
    There's a lot to love about Killzone on the PS4 the graphics are amazing, the story is engaging and the gameplay is fun. To be sure, there are also a few hiccups. The amazingly overpowered enemies can be frustrating and too often you're supposed to do something with no idea how to do it or where to go. And one thing I found a bit stupid is why would Lucas not just bring a sniper rifleThere's a lot to love about Killzone on the PS4 the graphics are amazing, the story is engaging and the gameplay is fun. To be sure, there are also a few hiccups. The amazingly overpowered enemies can be frustrating and too often you're supposed to do something with no idea how to do it or where to go. And one thing I found a bit stupid is why would Lucas not just bring a sniper rifle with him? He'd save the day in about 2 minutes but I guess that wouldn't make for a very good game. It's absence is pretty noticeable though, especially when the bad guys ALWAYS have one! Overall, a great game and one that I continually play on the PS4 despite having 7 other games. It's an excellent addition to kick off your new gaming system!… Expand
  46. Mystril
    Dec 23, 2013
    9
    Great game, I truly enjoyed it alot, and it is a pretty good showcase for what the PS4 can do (at this point). There are a few things, which drag down the mark I guess, and those are mostly to do with odd deaths. Some, I guess, were due to bugs, others were design choices, but they could be quite frustrating. Other than that, I enjoyed the story, the pacing, the graphics, the sounds (theGreat game, I truly enjoyed it alot, and it is a pretty good showcase for what the PS4 can do (at this point). There are a few things, which drag down the mark I guess, and those are mostly to do with odd deaths. Some, I guess, were due to bugs, others were design choices, but they could be quite frustrating. Other than that, I enjoyed the story, the pacing, the graphics, the sounds (the music is really good imo) and the setting. Definitely worth a buy. This review is only for the SP, haven't tried the MP, I really suck at shooters with a controller in hand haha.… Expand
  47. Gamer44
    Nov 29, 2013
    10
    What a great game after reading the reviews left by the critics I really did not expect much. But was I surprised this game is outstanding the graphics are jaw dropping the gameplay is great. This is a perfect game designed for the best console. Forget the negative reviews this game is simply awesome. All the negative reviews are xbox one gamers who cannot admit that the best games are only on ps4
  48. 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
  49. Ecto1
    Jan 5, 2014
    9
    I'm enjoying it. Its single player is often adventurous and alot of the missions are fun. The plot isnlt bad, but the way they've strung the missions together really draws you out of the experience. That and the reasonably poor ai (compared to past killzone games) makes the single player not worth playing more than once.

    The multiplayer is amzing and its still just as good in that    I'm enjoying it. Its single player is often adventurous and alot of the missions are fun. The plot isnlt bad, but the way they've strung the missions together really draws you out of the experience. That and the reasonably poor ai (compared to past killzone games) makes the single player not worth playing more than once.

    The multiplayer is amzing and its still just as good in that reguard as any other Killzone game. The reason I played Killzone 2/3 was because of the multiplayer, and this game doesnt dissapoint. The classes are varied and it makes every match much more tactical and team orientated than most other games.

    As a killzone fan I love it. but the only thing thats loosing my points here is the under polished single player.    … Expand
  50. chc2100
    Nov 29, 2013
    8
    Killzone: Shadow Fall doesn't bring a whole lot new to the table, but it is still a very fun multiplayer experience. I haven't spent much time with the campaign (played a level or two), but that was never what excited me about the game. If you're looking into it for its single player component you may be disappointed, but it is my favorite online shooter for PS4 so far. The levels areKillzone: Shadow Fall doesn't bring a whole lot new to the table, but it is still a very fun multiplayer experience. I haven't spent much time with the campaign (played a level or two), but that was never what excited me about the game. If you're looking into it for its single player component you may be disappointed, but it is my favorite online shooter for PS4 so far. The levels are varied, and each one is gorgeous. Of the fps titles available at launch this was the only one designed exclusively for next-gen systems and it shows. The lighting and textures make the game a treat to look at. In terms of gameplay it feels like a fairly typical shooter, but done very well. There is nothing that makes Shadow Fall very unique, but what it does include feels very good. There are several abilities tied to each of the three classes you can play as. Several of these can get annoying at times, especially if you face a whole team of people using them. Each team also has a fixed base on the map where they will spawn unless a teammate has set down a spawn beacon that you can use. The predictability of the spawns means that there is a chance for the opposing team to set up around your base, and once that happens there isn't much you can do. There are automated turrets at each base to prevent them from getting too close, but these only do so much. It's fairly easy to set up outside of their range. Once that's done, the game becomes as easy as shooting fish in a barrel. This is a bigger issue in the team deathmatch modes where there isn't as much of an incentive to move about the map, but even in the objective based modes there's a chance once team gets the other pinned in their base.

    I would say 7/10 of my matches are free of ability spam and spawn camping (not the greatest percentage, i know), and when its running well Shadow Fall is a lot of fun to play. There is no aim assist which means the kills are generally slower, and it tends to reward better players. The characters move more smoothly than in passed Killzone titles, and the game is actually pretty fast paced. The game won't be everyones cup of tea, but I really enjoy it despite not having been the biggest fan of past Killzone games. It might be the game I've spent the most time with since PS4's launch.    … Expand
  51. Mattyice
    Nov 26, 2013
    8
    I'm hooked. When I played Killzone: Mercenary on Vita (which by the way was a fantastic game), I was wondering how Killzone played on consoles. By looking at the screenshots, I thought Killzone: SF would be the next Crysis. While I was partially wrong, Shadow Fall is still a bona-fide shooter. The only aspect of Shadow Fall that did not appeal to me was the story. While the concept of aI'm hooked. When I played Killzone: Mercenary on Vita (which by the way was a fantastic game), I was wondering how Killzone played on consoles. By looking at the screenshots, I thought Killzone: SF would be the next Crysis. While I was partially wrong, Shadow Fall is still a bona-fide shooter. The only aspect of Shadow Fall that did not appeal to me was the story. While the concept of a cold war sounded cool, it was not executed correctly. Some missions get boring easily, and I really did not want to continue playing the story after 2 hours. However, Shadow Fall's multi-player, like Mercenary's is very fun and a great experience. Overall, this is a good shooter for the PS4 and a buy for any shooter fan.… Expand
  52. zolias
    Nov 29, 2013
    9
    Amazing visuals, kind of run of the mill single player its basically a graphical showcase but still enjoyable considering there is not much out right now grab it!
  53. BearzYo
    Dec 9, 2013
    8
    7.5 would be my true score for this, 8 is a tad too high, 7 a tad low!

    It's an enjoyable campaign, if a bit frustrating at times, the shooting mechanics are strong, the combat isn't bad, the story is interesting, but at times the level design can be infuriating, what your aim is in a level is at times extremely vague, but offers no puzzle to figure out what you have to do, you pretty    7.5 would be my true score for this, 8 is a tad too high, 7 a tad low!

    It's an enjoyable campaign, if a bit frustrating at times, the shooting mechanics are strong, the combat isn't bad, the story is interesting, but at times the level design can be infuriating, what your aim is in a level is at times extremely vague, but offers no puzzle to figure out what you have to do, you pretty much just have to get lucky, that'd be the biggest flaw of the game for me.

    It's not as short as other games released in this genre, which is refreshing.

    Overall, 7.5/10, give it a go.     … Expand
  54. Wignut21
    Nov 26, 2013
    9
    Killzone Shadow Fall is a beautiful game showing off what the PS4 is capable of Graphically. I mostly play online and have been enjoying the matches. I will be playing this game online for the next few months. Well worth the money for the this launch title.
  55. 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
  56. voiders
    Dec 18, 2013
    8
    Today I tested this game about an half of a hour. For me, killzone mercenary is a better game.
    Please, dont throw rocks on me. Killzone shadow fall simply dont looks like so good. The graphics and gameplay are just normal.
  57. unluckydice
    Jan 12, 2014
    8
    I was in a state of awe in killzone shadowfall at times weather it was it's wonderful environment's or dashing through the skys and sky diving which was the most fun I've had in a videogame in a while, this game it really does show the power of the ps4, so I did enjoy the campaign to a point, although the campaign was frustrating and repetitive at times, it made up for this with some niceI was in a state of awe in killzone shadowfall at times weather it was it's wonderful environment's or dashing through the skys and sky diving which was the most fun I've had in a videogame in a while, this game it really does show the power of the ps4, so I did enjoy the campaign to a point, although the campaign was frustrating and repetitive at times, it made up for this with some nice futuristic weaponry and a cool bot friend, I also killed a cupla weeks in multiplayer which was a ok!… Expand
  58. Ershin
    Dec 30, 2013
    9
    Frankly, I am more than miffed over the overall rather negative reception of this stand out title. The new KZ offers the best of gameplay and graphics of contemporary shooters. That is not to say it's perfect, or even close to, as there is definitively room for improvement in story-telling and campaign design. However, other franchise titles such as CoD and BF4, which have long sinceFrankly, I am more than miffed over the overall rather negative reception of this stand out title. The new KZ offers the best of gameplay and graphics of contemporary shooters. That is not to say it's perfect, or even close to, as there is definitively room for improvement in story-telling and campaign design. However, other franchise titles such as CoD and BF4, which have long since become stale, still get their above average good reviews, whereas KZ gets knocked for all its shortcomings. What game does not have shortcomings? Otherwise, what would be the point of a sequel?

    I won't go into how good it looks; simply put, the best-looking console game to date. But rather, I would like to emphasize the very good game design and features(such as the OWL), its great gun handling and tight controls, the varied level locales, as well as its visual style. The audio balance is off, it's true, and that is disappointing. Some of the acting is unconvincing, but for the most part the interesting story is well told. Anyone who laments a boring story setting has simply not been paying attention, or cannot color out its meaning(seen and unseen). Enough of spoon fed story-telling, thank you! Some people have lamented too-open level design; to those, I say, stick with Doom. Others have complained of not enough checkpoints; which is ridiculous, since not enough games present any challenge with an over-abundance thereof. No, Guerrilla has done everything right, especially considering the constraints and pressures of releasing a launch title.

    As I have mentioned before, there are faults that need be addressed(and surely will in a sequel), but the good in this game evidently outweighs any bad. Furthermore, I need to mention some complaints critics expressed over the non-shooter gameplay sequences in this game: first, there are few non-shooter moments in the game(hardly enough to make a fuss over), second, these elements are by no means bad! People fussed over the anti-gravity sections. Really?!! They are there purely for atmospheric reasons and, that in mind, work great! Of the platforming sequences I can only express that I wished for more, and the free fall moments were too few and short to mention(positive or negative). So where exactly does the negativity stem from? Why the hate on KZ? Especially when mediocre, morally bankrupt games like CoD get(still!!) good reviews. Morally bankrupt because it is the selling of propaganda of an invading force killing people with the sole justification that(hey!) it's America doing the killing. Could I please play a Middle Easterner killing Americans who destroyed his home and family? No? I guess that's not PC. Well, give me a great fantasy shooter with more realistic gun-play any day, thanks.

    PS: I did not forget multiplayer, but as I have yet to play it any significant amount I cannot comment on it. Overall, my review of a 9 is based solely on the excellent single player campaign. Thanks for a great launch title and overall great game Guerrilla! Don't listen to the fools!!    … Expand
  59. smoovelai
    Dec 10, 2013
    10
    the game is absolutely gorgeous best video game graphics i have ever seen on a console

    the gameplay is solid nothing groundbreaking or dramatic about this its a good FPS just as solid as BF and COD in my opinion but has its own feel to it to distinguish it the campaign is also the best out of the fps shooters available and if u notice a lot of expert reviewers lowered their ratings    the game is absolutely gorgeous best video game graphics i have ever seen on a console

    the gameplay is solid nothing groundbreaking or dramatic about this its a good FPS just as solid as BF and COD in my opinion but has its own feel to it to distinguish it

    the campaign is also the best out of the fps shooters available and if u notice a lot of expert reviewers lowered their ratings due to some issues with the end of the campaign that were fixed in a patch and even before the patch i would say the campaign was the most fun and longest

    the multiplayer is fun i love how the scoring focuses on the objective and not K/D only time K/D should be a focus is when ur playing TDM and that's how it is in Killzone

    i'm a new fan of the killzone series starting with this game if you're undecided about getting an FPS for PS4 i'll say this

    Get COD if you want stereotypical COD
    Get BF if you want battlefield

    if you want a FPS with a good campaign amazing graphics and solid MP an overall sound game then get Killzone and not to confuse anyone or start trouble i like COD never was a fan of BF but i liked that too

    my Ratings
    COD- 8.0 stereotypical cod with a really bad story great MP and good graphics
    BF4- 8.0 story a little better than cod but still bad the destruction is too scripted for my liking but the game is very much fun and playable if u like BF
    Killzone-8.6 the best looking hands down best story and solid MP i think it is the best overall i still play COD with my friends tho but if you can only get one FPS i would get Killzone

    Story- KZ, BF, COD
    Gameplay- TIE(ALL GOOD IN THEIR OWN WAY)
    MP-COD,BF,KZ    … Expand
  60. McTrotell
    Dec 30, 2013
    9
    That graphics, oh, my god! Big locations are faithful! Story is not impressive, but is FPS and is better than CoD :D Some locations are realy nice and some are like from Alien Rage or from other Sci-Fi games.
  61. Sizerlokz
    Dec 15, 2013
    8
    I got this game today. Played a few missions in campaign and a few hours of multiplayer and I really like this game. The AI in campaign and offline bots are pretty stupid.The graphics are amazing and the multiplayer is sick I just wish they had a free for all mode which I usually play on killzone mercenary on the ps vita It's a lot better than the piece of crap cod ghost and I wouldI got this game today. Played a few missions in campaign and a few hours of multiplayer and I really like this game. The AI in campaign and offline bots are pretty stupid.The graphics are amazing and the multiplayer is sick I just wish they had a free for all mode which I usually play on killzone mercenary on the ps vita It's a lot better than the piece of crap cod ghost and I would recommend it to fps gamers… Expand
  62. Ontario53
    Dec 1, 2013
    10
    I half to say i'v Been playing this game for hours, the multiplayer is awesome the single player is a bit short but I enjoyed it either way. Graphics are awesome, guns are great, sound is amazing. All in all an awesome experience so far, alot of unlockables and content i half to give this game a score of 10 because of how amazing it is.
  63. ifaz123
    Dec 5, 2013
    8
    a great tittle for the ps4, amazing next gen graphics, sound and fun gameplay. it is what fans of Killzone expect to find here, but one thing that is my personal gripe is it dosen't really innovate or reinvent the fps shooter. this series needs to innovate and take risks to be a must buy console seller right now its not that but it is still a robust game, hopefully they will inovate ona great tittle for the ps4, amazing next gen graphics, sound and fun gameplay. it is what fans of Killzone expect to find here, but one thing that is my personal gripe is it dosen't really innovate or reinvent the fps shooter. this series needs to innovate and take risks to be a must buy console seller right now its not that but it is still a robust game, hopefully they will inovate on the next Killzone.… Expand
  64. WilliamOrtega
    Dec 8, 2013
    10
    The only next gen FPS

    - gameplay is amazing and they fix all issues previous killzone had.
    - graphics, this is the best looking game of next gen. Everything looks stunning
    - story, it is amazing. It is a great story and will keep you entertained
    - Multiplayer is the best. Very fun
    - DLC map are free, a total of six maps. Can't wait for the rumored coop mode
  65. BlackNikitin
    Dec 16, 2013
    10
    Pretty good
    Gameplay -7, but in last mission really 'smart' stealth
    Amazing graphics 9
    Ai-6
    Multiplayer 10
    For launch title super

    Next chapter must rock
  66. 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.
  67. tommypuma19
    Dec 31, 2013
    8
    Killzone is a slower paced online shooter that has a lot of positives. I like the class options and customization. They are simple yet offer a variety of options. I wish there were a hardcore option I am not a fan of needing to pump enemies with five several rounds to down them. The voice acting in the story is pretty disappointing but having the drone as a sidekick was a cool touch.Killzone is a slower paced online shooter that has a lot of positives. I like the class options and customization. They are simple yet offer a variety of options. I wish there were a hardcore option I am not a fan of needing to pump enemies with five several rounds to down them. The voice acting in the story is pretty disappointing but having the drone as a sidekick was a cool touch. Overall worth getting.… Expand
  68. 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.
  69. 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
  70. 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.
  71. 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.
  72. 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.
  73. 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
  74. 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
  75. 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.
  76. 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.
  77. 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
  78. 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.
  79. 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
  80. 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.
  81. 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
  82. 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
  83. 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
  84. 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.
  85. 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
  86. mynameisnathan
    Dec 16, 2013
    8
    Let me start off by saying i don't normally like fps games. I think the camera is too close and they're kinda overrated. But with the new PS4 games and graphics i just had to try out all the games including the fps ones. To start, this game needs to be appreciated more, the graphics alone are jaw droppingly beautiful! The story is solid and entertaining but seems to skip itself throughLet me start off by saying i don't normally like fps games. I think the camera is too close and they're kinda overrated. But with the new PS4 games and graphics i just had to try out all the games including the fps ones. To start, this game needs to be appreciated more, the graphics alone are jaw droppingly beautiful! The story is solid and entertaining but seems to skip itself through sometimes like a chain of different missions leading up to the end but doesn't really feel like your getting the whole story. As a shooter though, in my experience it doesn't really have anything that unique besides the fact that the sensor bar in the middle of the controller is used to set different modes on your OWL bot which i loved to fool around with, You can basically zip line down where ever there is lower ground. The only unique thing really is your main weapons long range charge shot, which is extremely fun if you time it just right. All in all the game is very solid and entertaining for a first person shooter. I give it an 8 out of 10.… Expand
  87. 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
  88. 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
  89. 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
  90. 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
  91. mbounce88
    Dec 8, 2013
    8
    Beautiful graphics, fun use of touchpad, great and different MP, and a decently made CP. Killzone Shadowfall is a game that should be tried before listening to other critics reviews. Rent it or get it used if you are worried, but you probably shouldn't be. The campaign is gorgeous, the levels are big and colorful, and the enemies are plenty. I played on the medium difficulty and have hadBeautiful graphics, fun use of touchpad, great and different MP, and a decently made CP. Killzone Shadowfall is a game that should be tried before listening to other critics reviews. Rent it or get it used if you are worried, but you probably shouldn't be. The campaign is gorgeous, the levels are big and colorful, and the enemies are plenty. I played on the medium difficulty and have had no problems really (only at first learning controls The only problem is dumb AI, which doesn't kill the game, but it could be imrpoved. Maybe its gets better on a harder difficulty. Just like most FPS, the main game is the MP. The MP is very fun, not to mention you will not have to shell out more money for upcoming map packs. They will be free. It looks way better then COD and plays very smoothly. The classes are fun, and you have to customize each set for diffrent situations. Great game… Expand
  92. bjmartynhak
    Dec 2, 2013
    9
    This game is amazing and worth playing. Let's go with the good first and then I'll say why not 10.
    (1) the game looks gorgeous.
    (2) The gameplay is fantastic. Fun weapon, secondary fire, different enemies requiring some strategy to take them out. The OWL and the touchpad are not gimmick at all and feel very natural to use. (3) Open environments. Many levels have a good numbem of options    This game is amazing and worth playing. Let's go with the good first and then I'll say why not 10.
    (1) the game looks gorgeous.
    (2) The gameplay is fantastic. Fun weapon, secondary fire, different enemies requiring some strategy to take them out. The OWL and the touchpad are not gimmick at all and feel very natural to use.
    (3) Open environments. Many levels have a good numbem of options on how to approach enemies. Stealth is a possibility a few times, but mind that the AI is not deaf and easily aroused.
    (4) Good story, quite mature
    (5) Amazing setting/universe/lore.
    (6) WARZONES. As BF and COD are reviewed basically for their multiplayer, it is funny seeing Killzone with such low reviews. Even considering the low points bellow, it is an excellent single player campaign. And the multiplayer is second to none. Just a matter of personal preferences, but it is on par with the massive size of BF, the fast-paced run'n gun from COD. It has its own identity, and it is great. So it is rather strange to see it reviewing poorly considering the MP and the plus of a good SP.

    Now, why this is not a 10 in my humble opinion:
    (1) The Last of Us set the bar too high for 10s
    (2) MOST important: the narrative felt flat. Such a lost opportunity to make that epic game. With a touch of good narrative this game would be miles better deserving a better score. Not story, not setting, but scripts and acting (which allows the characters to grow, even with simple lines).
    (3) A minor point: there were some old infinite spawn enemies sessions. Particularly one close to the end annoyed me. But also bear in mind that it is a matter of strategy. Not lucky, not perfect aim all the time, but positioning and using your resources. I'm an average gamer, but I decided to go for my first platinum and played on hard on the first playthrough. Yeah, it is tough, but fair most of the times. Most of.

    That is it. If you want something new in the FPS genre, play this game. I have to say though. This game has a learning curve. Be patient. Don't be ashamed to play on easy in your first playthrough.    … Expand
  93. Monkeyfingerjak
    Dec 4, 2013
    8
    While graphically stunning, the campaign was less compelling than I had hoped for. Gameplay was very smooth and the multiplayer was excellant. Worth playing for sure but I would buy it used.
  94. ma1nframe
    Dec 6, 2013
    10
    Amazing. Beautiful. Next Generation IS HERE. When you think about this being a LAUNCH GAME it blows my mind. Multiplayer is the best I have ever played. SO addicting. Everything about this game screams NEXT GENERATION. What an accomplishment Guerrilla Games has done with Killzone: Shadow Fall.

    They also are updating the game for single player and multiplayer adding features to make the    Amazing. Beautiful. Next Generation IS HERE. When you think about this being a LAUNCH GAME it blows my mind. Multiplayer is the best I have ever played. SO addicting. Everything about this game screams NEXT GENERATION. What an accomplishment Guerrilla Games has done with Killzone: Shadow Fall.

    They also are updating the game for single player and multiplayer adding features to make the game even better. I LOVE KILLZONE and this is THE REASON to buy a PS4!

    Get this game you will NOT be disappointed!@    … Expand
  95. TCreas
    Dec 6, 2013
    9
    A great game to start with ps4! graphics and sounds are really good, guns are very good looking and so are maps. It's 9 out of 10, because of story line. Must buy!
  96. Nachocheese279
    Dec 7, 2013
    8
    This game fixed all the problems that were in killzone 3's story. This game has a solid single player campaign and a amazing multiplayer that makes this a great game despite some issues
  97. DoctorCritic
    Dec 10, 2013
    8
    This games single player has plenty of dull moments and had almost no challenging situations until later on in the game. Although the single player was not to challenging the story was very we'll put together and the graphics in this game are breathtaking at moments. But I did not only come to play the single player, the multiplayer in this game brings a nice new thrill to the game. EveryThis games single player has plenty of dull moments and had almost no challenging situations until later on in the game. Although the single player was not to challenging the story was very we'll put together and the graphics in this game are breathtaking at moments. But I did not only come to play the single player, the multiplayer in this game brings a nice new thrill to the game. Every gun feels powerful and the wide variety of customizable game-modes and an assortment of load outs makes the multiplayer fun every time you come back to it. This game is definitely a good foreshadowing to the games that are going to come for the next generation of consoles.… Expand
  98. tigerxanon
    Dec 10, 2013
    10
    This game is amazing by its multiplayer. Even though the story has its flaws, the multiplayer makes it up for it. BTW all those NEGATIVE reviews are from xbot trolls.
  99. Jay_cl1987
    Dec 14, 2013
    10
    This for me was a really fun game. I've become sick of this generation of FPS where it's just shooting your way from one set piece to another. With this one you actually have to use your game and figure stuff out in order to progress which is a real throw back to FPS from generations ago which i really liked. The graphics are spectacular and the storyline for me was interesting especiallyThis for me was a really fun game. I've become sick of this generation of FPS where it's just shooting your way from one set piece to another. With this one you actually have to use your game and figure stuff out in order to progress which is a real throw back to FPS from generations ago which i really liked. The graphics are spectacular and the storyline for me was interesting especially the relationship between Lucas and Echo. The multiplayer is also pretty damn good and plays really smoothly aswell. Overall i would say give this game a shot if you are sick of the conventional FPS and want to try something where you will need to problem solve to advance.… Expand
  100. ethan_fitz01
    Dec 24, 2013
    9
    Killzone Shadow Fall is without a doubt the best FPS available on the next gen consoles so far. Previously, I have preferred Battlefield or Call of Duty to the Killzone series and I have put a lot of hours into all three games. Killzone has the best story of the three as well as the most fun multiplayer of the three. If you are not a fan of FPS games, then this game certainly won't doKillzone Shadow Fall is without a doubt the best FPS available on the next gen consoles so far. Previously, I have preferred Battlefield or Call of Duty to the Killzone series and I have put a lot of hours into all three games. Killzone has the best story of the three as well as the most fun multiplayer of the three. If you are not a fan of FPS games, then this game certainly won't do anything to change your mind about the genre.

    The graphics are outstanding, but with it being a launch game, there are some imperfections. You can definitely tell where Guerrilla Games skipped over adding more detail in order to ensure the games release date. One such occasion is when you fly over Vekta City and the streets are lifeless. Lights that you would see representing a city from above in previous generation games are used instead of more detailed ones that you would expect. That being said, the parts of the game that received Guerrilla Games full attention are spectacular and at times, jaw dropping. If this is one of the first games to arrive for the PS4, then I am genuinely excited to see what comes out at the end of this console cycle.

    Gameplay is solid. Killzone controls have never been about speed and twitchiness which doesn't suit everyone. Instead, Killzone goes for a more realistic feel to the game and it shows. The controls are responsive, but don't expect to turn around in a split second. The guns feel weighty, and the bigger the gun, the more it shows. The inclusion of the multi-purpose rifle is great and definitely makes Killzone Shadow Fall feel like a futuristic game.

    The AI in this game is brutal (in a good way). How you can tell if someone has played the game or not comes down to what they say about the AI, because if anyone talks about it being bad, they have not played the game. If you do not plan out approach to each level, you will get slaughtered. Even on normal difficulty, some parts of the game can be difficult to get by if you are a casual gamer with limited FPS experience. The enemies rarely miss and will find angles to shoot you if you take cover. This is done to force games to use the OWL, a multi-purpose bot that you will need to use to beat the campaign. Using the touchpad to control the OWL is a breeze, but there are times when the touchpad seems to be too sensitive and picks up commands that you didn't order. GG combatted this by forcing you to use the L1 button in order for the bot to carry out the command.

    The multiplayer aspect of this game is where you are likely to spend hours, and Killzone delivers here. The multiplayer is very customizable and doesn't force you to level up in order to unlock new weapons/abilities. This provides the game with limited barriers to entry, which is necessary for a launch game. Providing everyone with the same abilities and weapons means that you shouldn't have any issues with players who have spent hours in the game destroying you because of superior weapons and abilities. All that being said, GG has offered tons of challenges for players to try out. Completing these challenges allows you to increase your level and distinguish you from the rest. Multiplayer is a blast and on it's own would be enough to warrant a purchase if you are a fan of playing FPS online.

    If you have recently gotten a PS4 and are looking for a very fun game to play that can keep you occupied fr hours until the next PS4 games arrive in 2014, then Killzone Shadow Fall is the perfect game for you provided that you don't expect perfection with a launch game. Killzone has its flaws, but overall it earns it's score of 9.    … Expand
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Awards & Rankings

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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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73

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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