Killzone: Shadow Fall

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

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  1. lMasterBetal
    Nov 17, 2013
    8
    Just played the game after frustration with BF4 servers and all I can say is that this game doesn't look like anything innovative to say the least. The game actually feels kinda dull however this does not mean it is bad. For those of you who have never played a Killzone title, this game is a must buy if you get the PS4 because this game offers an interesting mix of common modern shootersJust played the game after frustration with BF4 servers and all I can say is that this game doesn't look like anything innovative to say the least. The game actually feels kinda dull however this does not mean it is bad. For those of you who have never played a Killzone title, this game is a must buy if you get the PS4 because this game offers an interesting mix of common modern shooters and sci fi shooters.

    Campaign
    Killzone: Shadow Fall takes place 30 years after the events of KZ 3 and Vekta city is divided. The story reminds the player immediately of a cold war esque story between good and evil however if you watch the trailers, you will delve deeper into a twisted story of corruption and lies. As a noob of the Killzone series I immedeatly played hard mode and noticed no difficulty in killing my foes however this may be just for the few starting levels. I hope that is ineed the case.

    Campaign Rating: 8/10

    Multiplayer

    I am not sure if I am somehow very good at Killzone or if everyone is just really bad at the multiplayer but either way I got a lot of fun out of the multiplayer as I really loved the gameplay in the trailers. I highly recommend newbies to the franchise to try out fighting bots or going to one of the low level Warzones. The elephant in the room (As said by TotalBiscuit almost in every video) that I think the critics are getting attacked by fans of the Playstation is that the game offers no innovation in anyway when it comes to multiplayer. It's true. Critics are right that the game has no innovation with game modes I mean for crying out loud, is search and destroy in every game now including Battlefield 4? They aren't right though that the multiplayer. It still remains a fun thing to go on after playing the campaign for a bit.

    MP Rating 7/10

    I left the PS3 in 2009 but never played a single KZ so this was my first and I have to say that this game is very fun and I highly recommend people in my shoes do the same.

    Final Verdict: 8/10 Yes you should buy this game.    … Expand
  2. 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).
  3. smuniz83
    Dec 6, 2013
    8
    Killzone shadow fall is a good game for the PS4 that actually makes use of the touchpad. Unfortunately there are some minor annoyances that keep the game from being great.

    The storyline is pretty good and the first thing you'll probably notice are the gorgeous graphics. Gameplay is great too never experiencing any problems. The touchpad is only used as another D-pad to control OWl, your    Killzone shadow fall is a good game for the PS4 that actually makes use of the touchpad. Unfortunately there are some minor annoyances that keep the game from being great.

    The storyline is pretty good and the first thing you'll probably notice are the gorgeous graphics. Gameplay is great too never experiencing any problems. The touchpad is only used as another D-pad to control OWl, your robot companion, in the game. While it wouldn't be that bad that the touchpad is only used as another D-pad, the problem is that OWL is pretty much useless. You can get him to do only four things but throughout the game you'll forget to use OWL unless you need him to hack a console.You can't do anything while your sending it out, not even be running, which adds another reason why you wouldn't want to use OWL in this fast paced action game but then it also gets bad that the devs force you to use OWL when up against super shielded enemies. You can either waste a couple of clips taking out a shield of one of those heavily shielded enemies or use OWL to take out their shield. While it may sound that OWL may actually be useful, the attack OWL uses only works on a small area. So while your waiting for OWL to take out the shield of 1 of those heavily shielded enemies, you still have to worry about the other 4 or 5 that are trying to take you down.

    The multiplayer in the game plays really well. Not once did I have any connection issues. The game modes are fun too and I was more into the first game mode which is the basic one. Your in a team and go rounds playing random game matches like team deathmatch, then it whoever wins next round might be capture and hold and so on. You got different loadouts so you can experiment and see which one you like. Unlike Battlefield 4 and CoD though you won't find much when it comes to unlockables. If you chose to play the regular assault, like I did, you'll find that all the primary weapons are unlocked. You can unlock only 3 shotguns if you want and unlock all the abilities right away. About the only depth in unlockables is trying to level up your abilities, those that can level up at least, but when it came to assault I found I really only wanted to level up the little droid that has your back since the level up only makes it so your abilities last longer and you only have a handful of abilities. Not much to do in the customization option but the multiplayer gameplay was fun in itself that it might make you want to just jump and start playing.

    Overall I think the game is pretty good for a launch title to show off the PS4 capabilities and what really pops out are those graphics. I just can't describe how much better looking this game is compared to a PS3 game. I would definitely recommend this as a launch title buy if you want a fun game that also makes good use of the PS4 capabilities.    … Expand
  4. Tenacious_Tea
    Nov 18, 2013
    8
    Theres no doubt about it; Killzone: Shadow Fall is by far the most visually stunning and pretty launch game on the Playstation 4 and by extension the Xbox One also. It's a solid shooter with tight controls, a less cumbersome feel than any of the previous Killzone games and also a fun multiplayer that is a viable alternative to other launch FPS's CoD:Ghosts and Battlefield 4.

    For    Theres no doubt about it; Killzone: Shadow Fall is by far the most visually stunning and pretty launch game on the Playstation 4 and by extension the Xbox One also. It's a solid shooter with tight controls, a less cumbersome feel than any of the previous Killzone games and also a fun multiplayer that is a viable alternative to other launch FPS's CoD:Ghosts and Battlefield 4.

    For whatever reason, so called "video game journalists" or as they would have you believe "experts", have this gripe with Killzone that boils down simply to the lack of innovation or anything primarily new that Shadow Fall brings over any prior FPS released. For the most part, these remarks about Killzone are true and perhaps its only true advancement over any previous console FPS is the gorgeous graphics. But heres the bit that bothers me the most, Call of Duty, the widely successful and hugely popular first person shooter franchise has been at its very core, essentially the same game and its innovations are mainly materialistic and cosmetic rather than anything ever truly revolutionary. Despite this Call of Duty will consistently score very high scores and primarily by the notion that "if it aint broke, don't fix it". So whilst I completely agree that Killzone doesn't necessarily bring anything new to the table, the sheer fact it is penalised for not innovating on past Killzones (or any FPS's for that matter) whilst CoD can be accused of innovating just as little, all whilst maintaining its generally high review scores, is absolutely staggering. I can't help but feel that killzone is perhaps penalised for the sheer fact its a ''next gen" game, rather than on the merits it brings primarily as a video game. Would it have scored higher if it was on PS3? Most probably. Is it worth buying a PS4? Perhaps not. If it was called Call of Duty: Shadow Fall would reviewers have scored it higher? Most likely... Is it a worthwhile and solid shooter that offers you a solid sic-fi esque experience? Yes. If I like shooters and want something my current gen console doesn't already offer should i buy Killzone? Hell yes.

    8/10    … Expand
  5. KSTavish
    Nov 18, 2013
    8
    Everything is just fine,I don't think this game deserve only 76 or 78 ,80or 85 is more suitable for it .The scence of the future city was realy shocked me! Every frame in this game makes me feel liake watching a CG movie! The frames is great!
  6. alexvb
    Nov 19, 2013
    8
    if your all about graphics than this is the game for you, but if your more of the person that cares about the gameplay than its a maybe. If you ask someone like me than i give it an 8 all around only because i am a big killzone fan but you dont care about that, you just want to know how the game is. I approve it
  7. colton_kiser
    Nov 19, 2013
    8
    This Killzone feels so much different from the last three. It will be known as one of the best FPS games of this generation, even though it's less than a week old. The story isn't its strongest asset, but this game is great.
  8. Hunkpapa
    Nov 19, 2013
    8
    The graphics and physics in this game will blow your mind! Leaves on bushes move individually, sunlight creates a slight glare on your scope at the right angle, and dust clouds your vision as grenades and bullets hit the walls around you. The campaign is a little slow and has not really drawn me in as some of the levels are too long, but the multiplayer is amazing. The maps, classes, andThe graphics and physics in this game will blow your mind! Leaves on bushes move individually, sunlight creates a slight glare on your scope at the right angle, and dust clouds your vision as grenades and bullets hit the walls around you. The campaign is a little slow and has not really drawn me in as some of the levels are too long, but the multiplayer is amazing. The maps, classes, and abilities create an FPS that requires strategy and not just run and gun techniques to win a match.… Expand
  9. Phylo
    Nov 20, 2013
    8
    Single player campaign was VERY fun and exciting. It played out like a sci-fi thriiller. I like the twist ending. Multiplayer could be better. I wish there was more customization of weapons and equipment.
  10. LeeTsui
    Nov 22, 2013
    8
    Really enjoyed KillZone Shadow Fall.

    I wouldn't consider it to be breaking any new ground, but there is some great fun to be had in the single player campaign. Some sections become tedious and a chore, but overall the game really enters the next generation on a high. Some seriously amazing graphical effects throughout but broken down by some last generation areas. Overall I really    Really enjoyed KillZone Shadow Fall.

    I wouldn't consider it to be breaking any new ground, but there is some great fun to be had in the single player campaign. Some sections become tedious and a chore, but overall the game really enters the next generation on a high.

    Some seriously amazing graphical effects throughout but broken down by some last generation areas.

    Overall I really enjoyed the more open world feel of the level design and picking and choosing where to hide or who to kill rather than the linearity you find in most other FPS right now.    … Expand
  11. 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
  12. 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
  13. 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.
  14. 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
  15. 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
  16. 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
  17. 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
  18. 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
  19. 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
  20. 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
  21. 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
  22. 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.
  23. Addo79
    Jan 26, 2014
    8
    Nice graphic, but in Multiplayer are much popups.
    Then there should better set the game to 900p and 30-40 fps in mp.
    Multiplayer make a lot of fun.
    Singleplayer is also ok. Story could be better....
    I had a lot of fun and Wow-moments.
  24. cntrl
    Nov 28, 2014
    8
    Awesome Game.
    It's the first Killzone Title I've played so far (except the one on the PSP a couple of years ago) and really, really like it. The Story is good, but I recommend to play at least one of the predecessors or research a little bit on google, before diving into Shadow Fall. Graphics are really great, still one of the best looking Ps4 Games out there, but the best thing about    Awesome Game.
    It's the first Killzone Title I've played so far (except the one on the PSP a couple of years ago) and really, really like it. The Story is good, but I recommend to play at least one of the predecessors or research a little bit on google, before diving into Shadow Fall. Graphics are really great, still one of the best looking Ps4 Games out there, but the best thing about this game is the multiplayer mode. It's definitely not as fast paced as COD, but that's good! You need to have a more tactical approach, to be successful, keep your support characters alive, place important spawn beacons and do not rush in like in other first person shooters.
    9/10    … Expand
  25. TheFIFACritic
    Jul 16, 2014
    8
    Before buying this game, I was worried with the mixed reviews it had received, more notably what people were saying about the pacing of the single player experience. Right off the bat I understood precisely what they meant.

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

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

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

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

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

    If Killzone has ever had anything going for it, it's a dedicated and loyal fan base. To this day you can get into games on KZ2 servers and play a game, and it's good to see that Guerrilla have created another brilliant online experience. Multiplayer is smooth and I experienced no lag. Players can jump in to official warzones, user created war zones of different levels of awesomeness or create their own. You're not limited to what you can do with Shadowfall's multiplayer, and that's awesome and is fully acknowledged by letting you choose from the full range of weapons, right from the start. A brilliant stat tracking mechanism is also in place, so you always know exactly how you're doing and how far you're off from the next upgrade for your weapon. In short if you've played Killzones multiplayer before, you'll fit right in here, and if you're sick of Call of Duty's copy and paste online experience, Shadowfall may surprise you, it's definitely worth a punt and overall I was pleasantly surprised at how much I enjoyed this game amidst some of the negative reviews it's been given. The story may be not much more than a technical demo for what the PS4 is capable of, but it definitely showcases the types of jaw dropping experiences we could see going forward. It is a worthy launch title, a blast to play.    … Expand
  26. Mistval
    Apr 6, 2014
    8
    Mediocre campaign, but multiplayer is a lot of fun. It's pretty rare to get spawn camped in multiplayer, because the spawns are off limits to the enemy team and usually have 3 or 4 different exits. If you do end up getting spawn camped, there are several teleport abilities you can use to escape. Anyway, I mention this because spawn camping is a problem in most FPS games but in Killzone itMediocre campaign, but multiplayer is a lot of fun. It's pretty rare to get spawn camped in multiplayer, because the spawns are off limits to the enemy team and usually have 3 or 4 different exits. If you do end up getting spawn camped, there are several teleport abilities you can use to escape. Anyway, I mention this because spawn camping is a problem in most FPS games but in Killzone it is rare (but can still happen if one team is way more aggressive than the other).

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

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

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

    Overall I think this is a lot better than CoD: Ghosts and it's my favorite multiplayer game so far for the PS4.    … Expand
  27. 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
  28. 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.
  29. Stang
    May 11, 2014
    8
    Leider nicht so gut wie seine Vorgänger. Ich vermisse vor allem die Koop-Kampagne. Grafisch ist das Spiel wirklich gelungen, bloß manche Animationen sehen noch ziemlich altbacken aus, und auch die Deutsche synro ist wirklich schlecht. Da die Entwickler nicht viel Zeit hatten, kann ich verstehen, dass das Game leider nicht so geil war. Unterhalten hat`s mich aber trotzdem. Den MultiplayerLeider nicht so gut wie seine Vorgänger. Ich vermisse vor allem die Koop-Kampagne. Grafisch ist das Spiel wirklich gelungen, bloß manche Animationen sehen noch ziemlich altbacken aus, und auch die Deutsche synro ist wirklich schlecht. Da die Entwickler nicht viel Zeit hatten, kann ich verstehen, dass das Game leider nicht so geil war. Unterhalten hat`s mich aber trotzdem. Den Multiplayer finde ich aber wirklich schlecht. Sogar schlechter als das von COD.… Expand
  30. MichalPL
    May 21, 2014
    8
    Really good game. It shows a power of PlayStation 4. History is not bad, but it could be better. In my opinion it's one of the best games availeble on next-gen consoles.
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Mixed or average reviews - based on 88 Critic Reviews

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