• Publisher: SCEA
  • Release Date: Nov 15, 2013
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  1. 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
  2. Nov 15, 2013
    9
    This game proved to me that there is in fact a noticeable difference b/w native 1080p and upscaled 1080p. The graphics are just that clean. It's not fair to compare this to BF4 or Ghost because it's a bit more involved as far as objectives are concerned. It took a bit ton actually get a hold of a gun. The graphics overall aren't perfect, but it shows the extremely high potential for theThis game proved to me that there is in fact a noticeable difference b/w native 1080p and upscaled 1080p. The graphics are just that clean. It's not fair to compare this to BF4 or Ghost because it's a bit more involved as far as objectives are concerned. It took a bit ton actually get a hold of a gun. The graphics overall aren't perfect, but it shows the extremely high potential for the PS4 and this is day 1. Expand
  3. Nov 18, 2013
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Great shooter, great environments, awesome multiplayer. Not sure why this didn't review higher with critics. I think people expect a huge leap in this generation's consoles, but it never ever works out that way. This is a solid start to a more powerful console. Expand
  4. Nov 20, 2013
    9
    Excellent game with good graphics, good sound, better than average gameplay which has few tricks to it, and Killzone's multiplayer mode(s) from the previous titles in the series. Ability to approach certain situations differently gives the game some replayability but at the same time the plot of the game is bit disconnected from the rest of the series even for the fans of the KillzoneExcellent game with good graphics, good sound, better than average gameplay which has few tricks to it, and Killzone's multiplayer mode(s) from the previous titles in the series. Ability to approach certain situations differently gives the game some replayability but at the same time the plot of the game is bit disconnected from the rest of the series even for the fans of the Killzone series. Some moments in single-player campaign can be frustrating if you've never played a Killzone game before. Map design is little bit like in Crysis 2 where you have 2-3 ways to approach things. However most of the time it turns into just basic corridor shooting. AI opponents do their job well. Overall a good launch title. Expand
  5. 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
  6. 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
  7. 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.
  8. Nov 18, 2013
    9
    This new KZ feels very different from the other, it still features amazing visuals, but very colorful at times, and lots of different settings in the environement with that whole city divided, alternating sandbox type of gameplay and more path driven parts. I think it's a must have for every PS4 owner even if you are not that high on shooters.
  9. 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.
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  10. Nov 16, 2013
    9
    This isn't the "same old Killzone" despite what some reviews might lead you to believe. Unlike the previous game's corridor-like structure, Shadow Fall is much more open levels will often have multiple missions don't need to be completed in order, giving the world a more sprawling feel. Another new addition is OWL, an automated drone assistant that reacts to your commands helping withThis isn't the "same old Killzone" despite what some reviews might lead you to believe. Unlike the previous game's corridor-like structure, Shadow Fall is much more open levels will often have multiple missions don't need to be completed in order, giving the world a more sprawling feel. Another new addition is OWL, an automated drone assistant that reacts to your commands helping with both combat and traversal.

    As a PS4 launch title, you can expect the graphics to be impressive, and they are. As a PC gamer, I can tell you taht the game looks pretty amazing on par or beyond anything on PC at the moment. Little touches like the dust floating in a darkened room catching the light from muzzle bursts, and the intricate detail put in to textures like the floor and tree bark really help the game shine. The overall atmosphere is phenomenal an abandoned space station level, for example, complete with zero-g sections, felt like it could have been pulled from Dead Space.

    It's main, fault, in my opinion, is the plot, which makes little sense and is more of a means to an end that end being a diverse array of locales to sneak and/or blast your way through. As a launch title, this is the most "Next Gen" of the bunch. If you're a fan of well crafted FPS gameplay that tries a few new things, striking visuals and interesting level design, Shadow Fall should satisfy and give you a taste of what your new console is capable of.
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  11. 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!
  12. 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
  13. 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.
  14. Nov 15, 2013
    9
    This game is such a fun game and runs very smoothly. I must also add that the game sounds and looks beautiful. They did an amazing job with the sound of each gun firing. Warzone is one of the best multiplayer game types, switching from different game modes and team objects and the perks for different classes are really fun and can add depth to the game to see which works best for youThis game is such a fun game and runs very smoothly. I must also add that the game sounds and looks beautiful. They did an amazing job with the sound of each gun firing. Warzone is one of the best multiplayer game types, switching from different game modes and team objects and the perks for different classes are really fun and can add depth to the game to see which works best for you and for your gun type. For example....I enjoy sniping and if I get hit and don't see exactly were the shot is coming from and I'm about to die, I can transport to different location to take me out of harms way. And the multiplayer is only going to get better since the the community can customize their own game modes to choose from. Definitely recommend Expand
  15. Nov 16, 2013
    9
    Greatness game! Extremely fun, gorgeous, and competitive. The multiplayer is by far the best in the series and the campaign is challenging without being frustrating. This will be the best launch exclusive this gen. The fact that xbone funded web critics are shooting low blows points to the worry that they've got nothing better for launch. Again Great game, Guerilla knows how to do it.
  16. 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
  17. 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!
  18. Nov 16, 2013
    9
    Killzone S.F. is a fantastic game I hated Killzone 1 loved Killzone 2 thought 3 was good but not as good as 2.
    K2 was my favourite mp game too. Right so as you can see, i'm a fan of Killzone but not to the extent that I would lie to promote a game. K: S.F. is beautiful i'm amazed by how gorgeous it looks, anyone who says otherwise is lying full stop The gameplay is pure
    Killzone S.F. is a fantastic game I hated Killzone 1 loved Killzone 2 thought 3 was good but not as good as 2.
    K2 was my favourite mp game too. Right so as you can see, i'm a fan of Killzone but not to the extent that I would lie to promote a game. K: S.F. is beautiful i'm amazed by how gorgeous it looks, anyone who says otherwise is lying full stop The gameplay is pure Killzone but a little faster lighter. It also gives you a lot more freedom of choice the corridor gameplay of old has not been eradicated but there are more open environments to explore and traverse using various tactics. The OWL is genius it changes the experience completely for me in a positive way. Killzone is not perfect the A.I. misfires from time to time and the m.p. could do with a twist a game changing update maybe but it is still awesome. An improvement in those areas would give it a 10. I still prefer it over cod (cod4 amazing.. downhill from there). People scoring this game from 0 5 are talking rubbish lying in fact and something should be done to remove their score as it is for obvious motives. How can someone review a game they haven't played Metacritic?? Buy this game it is a beautiful..exciting showcase of what your PS4 is capable of.
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  19. Jan 4, 2020
    9
    I really wanted to say this game is not that good. But it does deliver everything you want from a classic fps. I could not find any bugs, artwork is breathtaking, 60 fps, superb compatibility with ps vita, music, atmosphere stolen from Blade runner. I just couldn't find any major issue.
  20. Nov 17, 2013
    9
    While I love this game, I am not going to just give it a 10 because there are some problems. That being said, I think the new direction is great. Really it's probably more of an 8.5, but I gave it a 9 to round up.

    Single Player: The gameplay is a little disjointed, but when the action is happening its a blast. Some of the earlier levels just start out slow. The style of play is
    While I love this game, I am not going to just give it a 10 because there are some problems. That being said, I think the new direction is great. Really it's probably more of an 8.5, but I gave it a 9 to round up.

    Single Player: The gameplay is a little disjointed, but when the action is happening its a blast. Some of the earlier levels just start out slow. The style of play is drastically different than games like COD or even the old KZ games so when you approach this game do so with an open mind. I think a lot of reviewer did not find what they expected and so the game got lower scores. This game is not an all out war, but instead you are usually fighting through small bands of enemies and then you may have some downtime before you encounter the next group. The thing is, the enemy waves are hard and you have to use some strategy to really be successful. One thing that holds it back though is the fact that you can use the OWL to revive. Yes there is a limit on how many times you can do this, but because of the adrenaline rush that you get that slows down the battle, you can usually use the adrenaline, pass the part you had trouble with, and move on to find more adrenaline packs. The difficulty is high though so it doesn't take away too much, but I feel it is a little too forgiving.

    The single player has great quality and varied environments and gameplay. Probably the best way to describe it is like a really good independent movie. Parts really shine, and outshine the Hollywood films by a great measure, but some things should have been cut and some things should have been approached a little differently. Ultimately at the heart there is a great game, but it takes a little patience at parts.

    Multiplayer is great, I'm not going to write more about it but just to say its really fun, but probably will not keep you interested as long as a game like BF4.
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  21. Nov 15, 2013
    9
    Important to remember that for both Sony and Microsoft exclusives at launch you will have petty, pathetic fanboys from the other side posting 0s. So for both sets of games, imagine the user score to be about .5 higher than it is as shown.
  22. 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.
  23. Nov 16, 2013
    9
    I bought 5 games with my PS4, but I haven't been able to stop playing Killzone yet! The game is addictively awesome.

    The game does not do much to reinvent the genre, and some of the things they try in the single player campaign are hit or miss. But overall, the single player campaign is much better than in shooters like COD or Battlefield. The pacing of the last three levels seemed to
    I bought 5 games with my PS4, but I haven't been able to stop playing Killzone yet! The game is addictively awesome.

    The game does not do much to reinvent the genre, and some of the things they try in the single player campaign are hit or miss. But overall, the single player campaign is much better than in shooters like COD or Battlefield. The pacing of the last three levels seemed to drag on a little... but they may be because I hopped into the online multiplayer and mostly just wanted to get back to it. It was in these later levels that the developers deviated from the core gameplay concepts a bit as well. While this worked well in most areas, one level in particular felt like more of a chore because of it.

    The core multiplayer has not changed much at all from Killzone 2 and 3 in terms of game modes. However the excellent map designs and faster gameplay make this the funnest go around yet! Warzones are just as addictive as ever and the customization choices provide plenty of variety from the very beginning. The challenge system provides another level of addictiveness to the metagame as you progress for challenge completion in addition to the mission objectives.

    In a time when COD and Battlefield still manage to rate 9.0+ simply on the strength of their online modes, Killzone: Shadow Fall easily ranks up there at the top. The single player is not perfect, but it is better than most... and looks absolutely gorgeous. The multiplayer looks just as good and feels even better. Anyone that owns a PS4 should be playing this game.
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  24. Nov 15, 2013
    9
    Killzone shadow fall is the best killzone yet. They have improved the graphics by a lot. It lacked with different things that you can do on multiplayer. I don't like on how there is no Xperia, but you rank up by doing challenges. It is a creative idea. Also all the dlc will be free and you unlock all the weapons at the start. It keeps you from turning the ps4 off. Great intense, actionKillzone shadow fall is the best killzone yet. They have improved the graphics by a lot. It lacked with different things that you can do on multiplayer. I don't like on how there is no Xperia, but you rank up by doing challenges. It is a creative idea. Also all the dlc will be free and you unlock all the weapons at the start. It keeps you from turning the ps4 off. Great intense, action packed gameplay makes killzone shadow fall one hell of a game. Expand
  25. 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. 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!!
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  27. Nov 24, 2013
    9
    Positives:
    Graphics are beautiful
    Multiplayer is a joy ride and one of my favorites this year
    Gameplay is perfect to my means

    Negatives:
    Story sucks
  28. Dec 2, 2014
    9
    I gave it a 9.. Why because Ratings aren't supposed to be either a 10 or a 0.....
    ---this was a very fun game. Because I didn't play it @ launch or even have a PS4 until Destiny bundle, I DID-NOT multiplayer. Which is probably the bread & butter..
    --what's the difference in ALL SHOOTERS from CallOfDuty,,Battlefield,Halo,Destiny,Metro,Fallout,,esp the main military types like Battlefield
    I gave it a 9.. Why because Ratings aren't supposed to be either a 10 or a 0.....
    ---this was a very fun game. Because I didn't play it @ launch or even have a PS4 until Destiny bundle, I DID-NOT multiplayer. Which is probably the bread & butter..
    --what's the difference in ALL SHOOTERS from CallOfDuty,,Battlefield,Halo,Destiny,Metro,Fallout,,esp the main military types like Battlefield and COD is what stands out besides same ole boring arse story.
    - The answer is uniqueness and excitement.. I WANT REWARDS FOR EVERY BAD GUY I KILL. NOT JUST EXPERIENCE.I WANT TO HEARA MONEY$$ cha-Ching sound when I kill a bad guy,,I want MMORPG STYLE OF LOOT WHEN I KILL A BADDIE..THIS IS MISSING FROM GAMES. mass Effect gives us the pause menu wheel for powers or weapon switch etc,,Fallout gives us a similar pause system with Vats, they all have something. Heck, even Titanfall has Titans and Badarse Pilots for uniqueness.. We need this because we played Medal Of Honor all the super stories of Valor and save America from the morales world who attacks it and freedom yadda yadda yadda. Boring!
    ---I am Old now and I was a little kid on the couch playing GOLDEN EYE split Screen with my friends, and fast forward 6-8 years and it was the same with Halo 1.. So when Halo 2 came out with instant patches for games or new maps and whAtever= it brought excitement but also killed us with boredom..
    --Killzone didn't change this but I found it refreshing. But I also liked COD-Ghost because I'm not afraid to say my opinion. Seems everyone @ Gamestops opinion about a gMe is whatever the mainstream positive or negative opinion is..lame!!!! I'll never forget them all saying Metal GearSo.id 4 guns of Pateiots was BD because OMG the never ending cutscenes.. Gummie a break!! In a solo campaign we live for cutscenes. That game was a gem because it was different,,,Bottom line of this loooong rant to anyone who stuck with it==different is good because of the never ending repetitiveness of it all. Kinda like the repetitiveness of this's review :D
    VERDICT-Buy it cheap like I did($18) play it casually over a week when you take a break from YOURE main game and move on.. Who wouldn't like it..oooh yeah thTs right.. I know why ALLLLL GAMES that are signature to either Xbox or PS4 have sooo many ZEROS... How pathetic.. I own both systems cause I'm a gamer, not a pretend PS4 employee..
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  29. 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.
  30. 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 :)
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Metascore
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Mixed or average reviews - based on 88 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 46 out of 88
  2. 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. 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.
  3. 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.