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8.1

Generally favorable reviews- based on 658 Ratings

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  1. Sep 1, 2023
    10
    I hope Sony port it to PCs!!
    And make and a Remaster of Medievil 2!!
    And why not to continue this series to Medievil 3 and more!!
  2. May 31, 2023
    9
    Jedna z lepszych gier platformowych jakie widziałem w życiu. Motyw jak i stylistyka gry ma w sobie taką głębie, że wyśmienicie się przechodzi między poziomami tego świata. Uwielbiam w grach to, że dają wrażenie tajemniczości, przez co gracz może sobie dopowiedzieć resztę co daje niesamowite pole dla wyobraźni. Moje serce skradła również muzyka jak i efekty dźwiękowe stworów i broni. MocnoJedna z lepszych gier platformowych jakie widziałem w życiu. Motyw jak i stylistyka gry ma w sobie taką głębie, że wyśmienicie się przechodzi między poziomami tego świata. Uwielbiam w grach to, że dają wrażenie tajemniczości, przez co gracz może sobie dopowiedzieć resztę co daje niesamowite pole dla wyobraźni. Moje serce skradła również muzyka jak i efekty dźwiękowe stworów i broni. Mocno liczę na remaster drugiej części, bo pierwszy wyszedł twórcom obłędnie. Expand
  3. Feb 17, 2023
    9
    As always, ignore the critics, this is an excellent remake. Charming music and visuals. It’s hard, but fair. Getting all collectibles isn’t tedious in the slightest, which is a big plus in my book.
  4. Dec 4, 2022
    10
    Es un juego muy divertido, muy fiel al original y con una dirección artística sensacional. El problema que tiene este remake para mi es que es excesivamente difícil. Tienes una pociones que actúan como depósitos de vida. Es decir, que si te mueres, se usa la poción de vida para restaurar la vida al completo. ¿Cual es el problema? Que los enemigos son muy difíciles de derrotar (hablo de losEs un juego muy divertido, muy fiel al original y con una dirección artística sensacional. El problema que tiene este remake para mi es que es excesivamente difícil. Tienes una pociones que actúan como depósitos de vida. Es decir, que si te mueres, se usa la poción de vida para restaurar la vida al completo. ¿Cual es el problema? Que los enemigos son muy difíciles de derrotar (hablo de los enemigos normales) y claro, mantener las distancias sería lo ideal, pero tienes una espada con poca fuerza y un arco con pocas flechas y poco potente. Entonces, cuando te enfrentas cara a cara a otro enemigo normal, a veces supone perder casi la mitad de la vida si eres descuidado con las distancias y el tiempo de reacción. Tu mejor baza entonces es huir de los enemigos en vez de enfrentarte a ellos. Lo peor de todo es que las pociones de vida escasean por todo el juego. Y no solo eso. Si mueres, no reapareces en un «checkpoint». Con lo cual, ya desde el primer momento estás jugando en modo «Muy difícil», porque si tomas malas decisiones y pierdes en un nivel, vuelves hasta el principio del nivel de nuevo, y pierdes todo lo que has coleccionado (llaves, pociones, etc.) A mi esto personalmente me cabrea mucho, porque el original era así también, y en vez de cambiarlo, lo dejaron lo más fiel al original posible. A pesar de esos fallos, hay muchas cosas positivas de este juego. Los diálogos están muy bien (sobretodo si lo juegas en español, las voces imitan el castellano antiguo para darle un toque más medieval), la trama engancha y el villano tiene bastante carisma. Los niveles están muy bien diseñados y lo dicho, es muy fiel al original. Si este remake lo hubieran hecho para mejorar de paso el juego a nivel de jugabilidad, le daría un 6/10 por lo que comenté de las pociones. Pero, como se trata de un remake que quiere mantener el núcleo de la jugabilidad intacto y ser lo más parecido posible al original, en ese caso le tengo que dar un 10/10 porque lo han clavado. Y el rendimiento a nivel gráfico del juego en PS4 es bueno. Podría ser mejor, pero no es malo. Expand
  5. Nov 14, 2022
    8
    [RU]
    На этот раз я больше согласен с оценкой игроков, чем критиков. Как вообще можно было оценить игру так низко? Это отличный платформер, который хорошо играется и по сей день. Сначала он мне не сразу зашел, но после уровня с фермой я в эту игру просто влюбился. Рекомендую!
    [RU]
    На этот раз я больше согласен с оценкой игроков, чем критиков. Как вообще можно было оценить игру так низко? Это отличный платформер, который хорошо играется и по сей день. Сначала он мне не сразу зашел, но после уровня с фермой я в эту игру просто влюбился. Рекомендую!
  6. Nov 11, 2022
    8
    Este remake fue algo bastante raro. Es de gran calidad, como ya lo era el original... pero parece un juego de esa generación con los gráficos de esta. Es decir, no se ha adaptado a los nuevos tiempos en ciertos aspectos que se deberían haber pulido. También, el rendimiento en PS4 era bastante malo, joder.
  7. Oct 9, 2022
    8
    I was scared to try this one because of the critics. I am not disappointed and I can assure you that the critics are really not accurate, this is a great remake and I'm a picky gamer. Sure there were a few flaws (bad camera, lack of checkpoints and health could've been restored between each levels) but besides these minor issues, I had a blast and the platinum is pretty easy and fun to do.I was scared to try this one because of the critics. I am not disappointed and I can assure you that the critics are really not accurate, this is a great remake and I'm a picky gamer. Sure there were a few flaws (bad camera, lack of checkpoints and health could've been restored between each levels) but besides these minor issues, I had a blast and the platinum is pretty easy and fun to do. I'd say that this remake is inferior to the crash trilogy (9/10) but better than the spyro one (7/10). Great game to pick for 15/20$. Expand
  8. Aug 30, 2022
    9
    A classic that's back for the clueless generation.

    Super engaging story, fun gameplay to use.

    As always, charismatic characters like only Sony can do. Recommended for all ages (as long as you don't bother with other types of beliefs.)
  9. Aug 25, 2022
    8
    The game is certainly not perfect, there is plenty of outdated mechanics the developers may have been too stubborn to update. So in their journey to make it as faithful a remake as possible, they didn't polish as much as they could have. However, other than the gorgeous graphics there is plenty small quality of life changes and details added in. Not to mention the level design is stillThe game is certainly not perfect, there is plenty of outdated mechanics the developers may have been too stubborn to update. So in their journey to make it as faithful a remake as possible, they didn't polish as much as they could have. However, other than the gorgeous graphics there is plenty small quality of life changes and details added in. Not to mention the level design is still fantastic as it was in the original in fact it's improved because it's more clear and detailed. Even with the issues this game does have its a great time to play through it even in modern day. The game also does a great job at incentivizing you to keep collecting everything. You get great awards and prizes for collecting chalices, not to mention the great final reward for completing the end game content (no spoilers). Anyways, I think this game is worthy of a bit more attention and praise than it got. It's a pretty damn good game. Expand
  10. Aug 2, 2022
    8
    I had a lot of goofy fun with this. Near the end I defintely started to lose my patience with the game. But, overall, I had a really lovely time with Medievil. I really hope we get a remake for the sequel or just a straight up 3rd Medievil game. Love the premise and presentation. Want more adventures with Sir Dan tbh
  11. Feb 22, 2022
    9
    A gem of a gem with that brilliant soundtrack we all love. I loved MediEvil 1 & 2 back on the PS1 and it was a treat to re-experience the original MediEvil with todays visual glory and smoothed out controls. Other Ocean Emeryville did a terrific job with the music and visuals and kept the atmosphere and humour of the original game. I really hope we'll see MediEvil 2.
  12. Feb 9, 2022
    10
    If you like MediEvil PS1 and Crash Bandicoot and Spyro remasters you will like MediEvil PS4.

    I finished the game platinum in 12h of Gameplay and ok, yes the camera is crap sometimes, but better than the PS1 version. One of the flaws they fixed in the PS1 version was when there was a chest with a weapon in it and you switched to the weapon in the chest, it automatically took the place
    If you like MediEvil PS1 and Crash Bandicoot and Spyro remasters you will like MediEvil PS4.

    I finished the game platinum in 12h of Gameplay and ok, yes the camera is crap sometimes, but better than the PS1 version.

    One of the flaws they fixed in the PS1 version was when there was a chest with a weapon in it and you switched to the weapon in the chest, it automatically took the place of the weapon in it. our hand, there is no longer this problem on PS4, another thing that is great being able to switch between 2 weapons of our choice just by pressing triangle.

    The downside of the game is lost souls. SPOILER, we unlock the lost souls in the Advent last table and to have them all, you have to redo all the tables a 2nd time and in a specific order, to unlock the MediEvil PS1 version. Ok great, but the game is in English too bad.

    MediEvil PS1 is a game from my childhood that I like to redo on occasion for Halloween, for nostalgia or just for fun, but with this version I'm not sure if one day I'm going to redo the PS1 version.
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  13. Feb 3, 2022
    10
    One of the best remakes I’ve ever played, the design alone is quite impressive. I loved every level of the game even the difficult elements in later levels. Sometimes can get frustrating but generally if you think about your approach to the challenge, it ends up being rewarding. Hope they remake MediEvil 2 at some point too
  14. Jan 6, 2022
    10
    This is a outstanding remake of the original game. The meta score from journalist is bs! Just look at the user score.

    I grew up with this game, started with Medievil for the ps1 and it was just magical. One of the best exclusives for the ps series. If you are new to the game I recommend you to start with the first version (ps1) and then replay the remake. Hey Sony I know you are
    This is a outstanding remake of the original game. The meta score from journalist is bs! Just look at the user score.

    I grew up with this game, started with Medievil for the ps1 and it was just magical. One of the best exclusives for the ps series. If you are new to the game I recommend you to start with the first version (ps1) and then replay the remake.

    Hey Sony I know you are reading these reviews! The audience wants a Medievil 2 remake you hear! Resurrect sir Dan for the second time!
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  15. Oct 7, 2021
    10
    I am so thankful for this remake. I never got the chance to play the full game when I was growing up, I only had the demo, which I loved. I didn't have the money for it and opportunity passed... Until I saw the promotions for this faithful remake. This game oozes charm and personality, I have played this game the past couple October's and it couldn't hit the spot anymore. Here's hoping forI am so thankful for this remake. I never got the chance to play the full game when I was growing up, I only had the demo, which I loved. I didn't have the money for it and opportunity passed... Until I saw the promotions for this faithful remake. This game oozes charm and personality, I have played this game the past couple October's and it couldn't hit the spot anymore. Here's hoping for medievil 2 remake or even a brand new adventure in the future. Expand
  16. Sep 16, 2021
    10
    First time trying this game at all and I enjoyed every second of it. Good difficulty, good storyline, and good gameplay.
  17. Jun 29, 2021
    10
    Thank you for the second experience. The quality of work at a high level. When the game first came out, it had a very cool game design that still looks cool in retro perspective. Thanks.
  18. Jun 27, 2021
    8
    non so perchè il gioco venga bistrattato , si dice che è un remake troppo fedele e poco coraggioso.
    io ci sto giocando e con tutti i suoi problemi me lo sto godendo. la grafica è stata migliorata completamente. inoltre sono state risolte delle meccaniche di gioco assieme a delle imperfezioni grafiche
  19. Jun 21, 2021
    10
    LOVED the original & this beautiful remake!.
    So fun throughout. Love the music. Need Medievil 2 now please Sony!
  20. Apr 29, 2021
    9
    Man, of all the games to get a remake I can assure you this was the least expected but I am so glad it happened because it is absolutely incredible. Updated visuals and quality of life improvements were added that make it great but literally everything else is intact from the original sound files to complete layouts. The base game is all here. The updated visuals may vary in mileage forMan, of all the games to get a remake I can assure you this was the least expected but I am so glad it happened because it is absolutely incredible. Updated visuals and quality of life improvements were added that make it great but literally everything else is intact from the original sound files to complete layouts. The base game is all here. The updated visuals may vary in mileage for you depending on how much you thought the original 's added to the feel, but I think it looks magnificent. Also as an added bonus, they added a bit of a tedious side quest at the end where you guide spirits to different areas of the map. Its tedious, it's pretty stupid, but if you do it you're rewarded with unlocking the full original game for your troubles which is wonderful Expand
  21. Apr 7, 2021
    9
    Medieval is a true definition of classic gaming. Critics doesn't give this game the credit it deserves. If you've played the original and loved it, this will make your heart melt to see you t childhood game and hero in HD. They fixed any issues the original had and added more convenient shortcuts. The story is original and holds well to the franchise. Hoping for a Medieval 2 remake in the future!
  22. Apr 3, 2021
    8
    Si el concepto de remake es mantener la esencia del original pero mejorándolo a nivel jugable e visual, este seria el ejemplo casi perfecto.
    Visualmente bonito, respetando el original y jugablemente mejorando y modificando lo justo, como para que la experiencia sea casi la misma que antaño.
    Juego exclusivamente hecho para y por los que lo jugaron en su dia, que dificilmente consiga atarer
    Si el concepto de remake es mantener la esencia del original pero mejorándolo a nivel jugable e visual, este seria el ejemplo casi perfecto.
    Visualmente bonito, respetando el original y jugablemente mejorando y modificando lo justo, como para que la experiencia sea casi la misma que antaño.
    Juego exclusivamente hecho para y por los que lo jugaron en su dia, que dificilmente consiga atarer a los jugadores actuales.
    El detalle de poder desbloquear jugado el videojuego original, justifica con creces la compra, la cual ya venia a un precio muy atractivo de salida.
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  23. Mar 22, 2021
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. O jogo e incrivel graficos de encher os olhos principalmente a fase do chefe da abobora eu ja zerei o 1eo 2 de ps1 e o remake de psp e todos sao uma obra prima e a sony confirmou que tem 56 tipos de inimigos diferentes foi a coisa mais dificil eles falaram pra fazer esse remake do ps4 o problema do jogo ea inprecisao dos pulos nas plataformas se nao fosse isso eu daria 10 Expand
  24. Mar 6, 2021
    10
    топовая, мрачная, лучшая, атморсферная. Игра детства
  25. Feb 11, 2021
    8
    Un gran juego, devuelve la alegría de lo que eran los juegos de antaño, sin preocuparse por grandes gráficos, simplemente diversión. Sin embargo no está excento de algunos bugs que pueden ser muy frustantes.
  26. Feb 7, 2021
    9
    The same game is what I wanted it to be. A medievil with better graphics. But we can not just ignore there is a change on how things work although not only was the pushback distance on hitting a zombie almost removed their walking animations were also changed. So what did this change do. It made it more likely that zombies would hit you while you tried to walk into them and swing yourThe same game is what I wanted it to be. A medievil with better graphics. But we can not just ignore there is a change on how things work although not only was the pushback distance on hitting a zombie almost removed their walking animations were also changed. So what did this change do. It made it more likely that zombies would hit you while you tried to walk into them and swing your sword. But that ultimately is the only noticeable change. Everything else acted the same. So honestly this is what I wanted. Critics be darned this game is perfect. Expand
  27. Feb 6, 2021
    10
    Me encanto el juegos y me encanto ver que xbox sigue vendiendo menos que PS5... Jajaja MS terminara ofreciendo simples servicios para otras consolas
  28. Feb 5, 2021
    10
    Gorgeous game. I'm a MediEvil fan and played the original version on PS1. I was very pleased with the remake.

    Pros:
    1. Great graphics 2. Variety of locations
    3. Excellent musical accompaniment

    Minuses:
  29. Feb 4, 2021
    10
    Игра может показаться детским незамысловатым платформеров, но на деле это совсем не так! Очень атмосферная, и хардкорная игра, прямиком из детства, как мне нравится Атмосфера Хэллоуина в этой игре, мистика, существа из легенд и сказок, все это присутствует в игре! Так же хочу отметить, и юмор данной игры очень жду такой же ремейк второй части!Игра может показаться детским незамысловатым платформеров, но на деле это совсем не так! Очень атмосферная, и хардкорная игра, прямиком из детства, как мне нравится Атмосфера Хэллоуина в этой игре, мистика, существа из легенд и сказок, все это присутствует в игре! Так же хочу отметить, и юмор данной игры очень жду такой же ремейк второй части!
Metascore
67

Mixed or average reviews - based on 72 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 26 out of 72
  2. Negative: 7 out of 72
  1. Jan 29, 2020
    70
    More than 20 years after its released on PlayStation 1, Medievil is back from the dead on PS4. Unfortunately, it looks much more like a remastered version than a full fledged remake. It shines with colorful graphics and spooky atmosphere, but its gameplay remains too rigid, and its mechanics haven't aged well. A title reserved for fans of the license or lovers of Halloween and «The Nightmare Before Christmas».
  2. Dec 16, 2019
    80
    It's a short, but very intense adventure, with brief cinematics, compact maps without padding or copy/pasted elements. It brings a lot of variety into the world teeming with bland "sandboxes".
  3. CD-Action
    Nov 25, 2019
    60
    If you disregard the nostalgia factor, the game is anything but extraordinary. It won’t win over new, younger players... but on the other hand they are not the target audience. [13/2019, p.78]