Prey

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  1. JTJSGamer
    May 5, 2017
    8
    This game has nothing in common with the 2006 Prey game, but it is still pretty enjoyable. It has great graphics, nice blend of horror and action, and some good RPG elements.
  2. TheLegendofNick
    May 7, 2017
    9
    There are a handful of illiterate users posting their reviews so I'm going to attempt to make an actual ACCURATE review based on my current progress with the game.

    This game is awesome, the enemies are creepy, the game plays with your perception of reality, the weapons are creative and fun, plus there is a small bit of stealth in the game that is completely optional. Since Dishonored    There are a handful of illiterate users posting their reviews so I'm going to attempt to make an actual ACCURATE review based on my current progress with the game.

    This game is awesome, the enemies are creepy, the game plays with your perception of reality, the weapons are creative and fun, plus there is a small bit of stealth in the game that is completely optional. Since Dishonored and Dishonored 2 from Arkane, I've loved what they as a studio have recently been known for, and no doubt Prey can hold up to those titles.

    The game can be difficult at times (even on normal) but it's really only because you seem to lose health rather quickly. Other than that, I've seen issues from some users about input lag but it seems to pretty hit or miss for that. I'd say this is a great reboot of Prey, and well deserves your money if you are looking for a fun and creepy mind-bending game.    … Expand
  3. Poonishar
    May 5, 2017
    9
    Thrilling game. A good combination of sci fi / mystery / action / horror, though never scary enough to hinder the overall experience, just really exciting. Graphics are 8.5/10 on the whole, probably go up to a 9/9.5 with the creature animations. Sound is absolutely badass- proper intense electronica / bass like doom last year. Gameplay is awesome, very carefully thought out in each area soThrilling game. A good combination of sci fi / mystery / action / horror, though never scary enough to hinder the overall experience, just really exciting. Graphics are 8.5/10 on the whole, probably go up to a 9/9.5 with the creature animations. Sound is absolutely badass- proper intense electronica / bass like doom last year. Gameplay is awesome, very carefully thought out in each area so you progress nicely (and uncover the next piece of cool stuff to make you enjoy the game even more.) I love this game, I was worried it might be under par or have issues but apart from a couple of tiny issues which I'm sure will get patched out, this is superb and a must buy.… Expand
  4. Toldu_I_Tango
    May 5, 2017
    9
    PREY is a difficult game to describe let alone score. For me DISHONORED 2 was my game of the year for 2016 & PREY can be justifiably compared to this great game as well as the very good BIOSHOCK series & maybe even add a little DOOM. While the level design is very good, it falls a little short of DISHONORED 2 but it is is restricted a little being set in space and all but the game stillPREY is a difficult game to describe let alone score. For me DISHONORED 2 was my game of the year for 2016 & PREY can be justifiably compared to this great game as well as the very good BIOSHOCK series & maybe even add a little DOOM. While the level design is very good, it falls a little short of DISHONORED 2 but it is is restricted a little being set in space and all but the game still looks beautiful . Music selection is unusual yet brilliant & blends well to this dark & scary tale which consists of many jump frights. There's plenty of weapons & abilities to unlock which all feel great I just wish there were a larger variety of ALIEN ENEMIES to take on such as the great games like the previously mentioned DOOM. There's still a lot of game to explore, interact & have fun with however & I'm HAPPY with my purchase thus far. Reviewers please do not score games 10 scores because of the annoying trolls who give games a 0 score. Just score a game on it's merits & give readers the information that they are here for as 2 wrongs never made a right. Thanks :)… Expand
  5. trollkiller55
    May 5, 2017
    10
    I feel like I;m playing Bioshock 1 and 2 updated to 2017, and that is a great thing...I do miss the little sisters but everything else about this game takes the best elements from Bio 1 and 2 and updates/renames/recasts them in a new universe. A great mix of action, tension ("IS that a mimic or not?"), horror and sci fi. Dont miss this!!!
  6. Huwbutts
    May 6, 2017
    2
    Long-time, no-review. But I don't think people know what a good game is anymore.

    In short: this game is not fun. It failed to elicit even the tiniest bit of joy at any time. It is not without merit though: The Good: it doesn't hold your hand - no cutscenes, minimal tutorials. This is rare nowadays. However, the Bad: The combat is awful. And sadly, when this is the case, nothing    Long-time, no-review. But I don't think people know what a good game is anymore.

    In short: this game is not fun. It failed to elicit even the tiniest bit of joy at any time. It is not without merit though:

    The Good:
    it doesn't hold your hand - no cutscenes, minimal tutorials. This is rare nowadays.

    However, the Bad:
    The combat is awful. And sadly, when this is the case, nothing can save a game. Gunplay is sluggish and weightless. By comparison, even Fallout 3, say, was more satisfying.

    The enemies are poorly designed. I think this might be the biggest problem with the game. There is literally nothing less interesting to shoot than a nebulus gloop of black stink-lines. They do not react to hits, and soon had me groaning "uugh" when I saw another, instead of looking forward to another exciting encounter. The way they move does not make for fun battles, teleporting around with abandon, which instead of being thrilling and challenging, ends up just being frustrating. For instance, the whole AOE attack from Phantoms - come on, that only works in third-person games. The sounds they make do not seem to match their design. How this could have been fixed: ditch the teleporting, make the enemies more 'solid', with clearer hit animations, more enemies with less health.

    The space station has no character(s). The whole place is empty and hollow - while this might be intentional, the whole experience starts to feel soulless. YOU have no character, and there are no people to speak of/to. How this could have been fixed: have Morgan do frequent narration, even just reacting to a crazy event, for instance. ("What the hell?")

    The inventory system is messy. I applaud the game for trying to be a proper RPG, with you having to think carefully about resorce management. But to be honest, it goes too far, and had me loathing the times I knew I would have to craft something. How this could have been fixed: more ammo lying around, so at least crafting could be optional.

    In my opinion, if gameplay is naff, the game is naff. To this end - Prey is the opposite of Doom, which was literally run-and-gun-fun, which did not once have me thinking "I wish it had more RPG elements." This game has shed-loads of the latter, but had me wishing for Doom-like gunplay. At the end of the day, making yourself more powerful means nothing if you don't feel more powerful.

    There is no story to speak of.

    This is a very, very poor-man's version of Bioshock that might have stood up ten years ago, but is just not good enough for 2017. This is the least fun I've had playing a game for a long time.    … Expand
  7. FR5DDY
    May 5, 2017
    5
    The unsatisfying mele combat and the first hour are just bad. Visual glitches everywhere, unscaring enemies with uninspired designs. The craft system is a misstep. It just doesn't work with this game. The story is ok, but nothing refresing. Stamina for mele attacks. 2 mele attacks and Yu is tired. But he can carry heavy gun. Really?
    I've seen this game before better executed,
    The    The unsatisfying mele combat and the first hour are just bad. Visual glitches everywhere, unscaring enemies with uninspired designs. The craft system is a misstep. It just doesn't work with this game. The story is ok, but nothing refresing. Stamina for mele attacks. 2 mele attacks and Yu is tired. But he can carry heavy gun. Really?
    I've seen this game before better executed,

    The narrative where Yu does everything that anyone says doesn't fit with the fact that he is a genius,    … Expand
  8. Vl_cz
    May 5, 2017
    0
    The worst game of the year. Graphics - 2007, not 2017. Story - an endless gathering of notes and audio files. Music is a farting and set of annoying sounds. The gameplay is the destruction of the endless spam of monotonous enemies and crafting cubes.
    The game resembles a mixture of BioShock and System Shock. This game has no originality and is terribly boring.
  9. newb
    Apr 24, 2022
    9
    What I assumed was a simple horror game quickly became my favorite game of all time. How to describe it..idk it had a great story, loads of skills, and a kick ass map design....thats not really an adequate description tbh. lol Just get it . Its a crime that I only played this in 2020...game critics should be ashamed.
  10. eldesgraciado
    Mar 29, 2018
    9
    Pros:
    -Cool Scifi/Thriller Story
    -Great level design -Metroidvania style -You can explore EVERYTHING/EVERYWHERE -Multiple solutions to a problem -Nice soundtrack -Nice optional quests -Very cool mechanics (enemies that mimic objects, a gun that creates platforms) Cons: -Not much enemy variation -Not many weapons -Not really a “choose your own approach” game (sometimes you are    Pros:
    -Cool Scifi/Thriller Story
    -Great level design
    -Metroidvania style
    -You can explore EVERYTHING/EVERYWHERE
    -Multiple solutions to a problem
    -Nice soundtrack
    -Nice optional quests
    -Very cool mechanics (enemies that mimic objects, a gun that creates platforms)

    Cons:
    -Not much enemy variation
    -Not many weapons
    -Not really a “choose your own approach” game (sometimes you are forced to develop specific abilities)
    -Too many optional quests

    Overall:
    Excellent game, very vertical with a nice and interesting level design. Gameplay mechanics are nothing exceptional but very well implemented and enjoyable. The story is very cool if you like sci-fi thrillers. Highly recommended if you like Deus Ex or System Shock!!!    … Expand
  11. kremedved
    Apr 24, 2021
    10
    great game! A lot of mechanics, great sound, storytelling and gameplay! 10/10
  12. SOLIDSNAKEN64
    Sep 3, 2019
    10
    All I can say is WOW! what an amazing game Prey is! If you like Bioshock then you'll love Prey, its basically Bioshock in space and instead of fighting junkies your fighting aliens. The graphics are awesome! the voice acting is really well done. Everything is a mystery unraveling as you progress the game. The game play is great and gets better as you progress and unlock nuromods. IAll I can say is WOW! what an amazing game Prey is! If you like Bioshock then you'll love Prey, its basically Bioshock in space and instead of fighting junkies your fighting aliens. The graphics are awesome! the voice acting is really well done. Everything is a mystery unraveling as you progress the game. The game play is great and gets better as you progress and unlock nuromods. I enjoy the crafting and finding parts to craft with. the atmosphere is spooky but also beautiful, you never know when an alien is lurking around the corner. There is a lot of side quest that help unravel pieces of the mystery. Prey is a solid game that i spent 30 hours exploring and completing as much as I could. I bought it on sale for $9 and cant believe I took this long to finally play Prey!… Expand
  13. CamyVero
    Jun 19, 2021
    9
    FPS with touches of 'survival horror', 'metroidvania' and 'RPG', a decent sci-fi story, a very good setting, which in the early stages of the game may remind us of 'Bioshock', all this is what you will find in this new version of 'Prey'. It is a game of estimable duration, especially if you dedicate yourself to explore as the game demands and to do the multiple secondary missions that theFPS with touches of 'survival horror', 'metroidvania' and 'RPG', a decent sci-fi story, a very good setting, which in the early stages of the game may remind us of 'Bioshock', all this is what you will find in this new version of 'Prey'. It is a game of estimable duration, especially if you dedicate yourself to explore as the game demands and to do the multiple secondary missions that the disaster of the Talos I station offers you. A more than recommended and quality game that took me about 35 hours to complete. The only negative thing I can blame it for is its excessive loading times when changing zones, in this sense it feels like a previous generation game, at least on PS4, it reminded me of the loading times of 'The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion' on PS3. Otherwise if this isn't a drawback for you, it's an excellent game. Highly recommended.… Expand
  14. angelknives
    Dec 11, 2020
    9
    I love immersive sims, I love sci-fi and I love art deco, so obviously I am in love with this game! The art style is beautiful, the levels are complex and interesting and a lot of the story beats really hit the right. I just love taking my sweet time to explore every little corner of a level to see if I can find a new best way to reach my goal. I love reading about the crew. Really, it'sI love immersive sims, I love sci-fi and I love art deco, so obviously I am in love with this game! The art style is beautiful, the levels are complex and interesting and a lot of the story beats really hit the right. I just love taking my sweet time to explore every little corner of a level to see if I can find a new best way to reach my goal. I love reading about the crew. Really, it's just a great game to get lost in.

    But there are a few downsides. The designs of the enemies could've been more diverse. I don't dislike the black oily freaks, but it needs more variation. But the main thing working against this game is how in the latter half of the game you are just going back and forth through the station too much. By this time you will have been to every area a lot already (especially if you're like me and try to do everything you can), so near the end of the game you just get annoyed hearing you have to go back to the place you just came from, where the enemies will have re-spawned as well. That really is the major drag on this game. Oh, and the story could've used a bit more substance and time, especially near the end of the game.

    Other than that it's a great game.    … Expand
  15. jcvandan
    Nov 14, 2018
    10
    What a game. I'm a massive fan of "immersive sim" type games and this game really nails what I like about these types of games. The space station itself is an absolute marvel to wander around in, it all links up perfectly and like all the best game worlds you end up knowing it like the back of your hand. The power/progression system is fantastic, with scavenging the world being extremelyWhat a game. I'm a massive fan of "immersive sim" type games and this game really nails what I like about these types of games. The space station itself is an absolute marvel to wander around in, it all links up perfectly and like all the best game worlds you end up knowing it like the back of your hand. The power/progression system is fantastic, with scavenging the world being extremely satisfying and literally everything you find is useful due to the waste material/fabrication systems. The storyline is OK, it isn't the most riveting storyline I've seen in a game but the voice acting is good quality which helps tremendously. For me these games aren't about story anyhow, they are about having these lovely intricate environments to explore that are packed full with interesting things to see and do. All in all, a top game by one of the best studios around and I sincerely hope it's lackluster sales don't mean Arkane stop making these types of brilliant games because the industry would be very much the poorer for it. If they end up instead making a battle royale with roguelke elements next I might just throw my PS4 out of the window in a fit of anger.… Expand
  16. Sidious58
    Apr 14, 2018
    10
    gioco incredibilmente sorprendente,con trama,ambientazione e atmosfera davvero superbe
  17. squalledu86
    Aug 4, 2019
    10
    Definitely underrated. I jumped into this game recently after learning that it is originally from 3D Realms. I like how the game is a bit long and how it has basically only pistols and shotguns as firearms (AFAIR and if there are others I just didn't find them in the game). Only these 2 weapons and yet the game, despite being a bit long, does not feel repetitive. Nice bestiary as well,Definitely underrated. I jumped into this game recently after learning that it is originally from 3D Realms. I like how the game is a bit long and how it has basically only pistols and shotguns as firearms (AFAIR and if there are others I just didn't find them in the game). Only these 2 weapons and yet the game, despite being a bit long, does not feel repetitive. Nice bestiary as well, what a nightmare :-) Great game.… Expand
  18. takotako
    May 26, 2021
    9
    Not a perfect game, of course but I really enjoy the Story and a gameplay. I know it wasn't be a blockbuster game but I really appreciate one sequel.
  19. nikivze
    Apr 21, 2018
    9
    The game that resurrected such a genre as immersive sim, after so many years. Arkane Studio has always paid much attention to the details and subtleties in their games that can not but rejoice.
    This is the case when you are the main character and only you decide how the story will develop and what decisions to take, it's up to you. Ending in this game, this is the most amazing twist that    The game that resurrected such a genre as immersive sim, after so many years. Arkane Studio has always paid much attention to the details and subtleties in their games that can not but rejoice.
    This is the case when you are the main character and only you decide how the story will develop and what decisions to take, it's up to you. Ending in this game, this is the most amazing twist that I have seen in the game industry lately. I hope a sequel is coming soon.    … Expand
  20. ZainSalah
    Jun 25, 2018
    10
    One of the best games every made it inspired by the 90 fps system shock half-life and with impressive graphics and game design like bioshock it’s a modern classic a with Innovative game play haven’t seen in years it’s a real must play
  21. br_moore
    Jan 6, 2019
    9
    Prey is a game that I bought on a whim, with absolutely no information or prior knowledge on what the game is or about. What I ended up experiencing was one of my favorite games I played in 2018, something surprisingly extensive and enthralling.

    To start with the pros, I have to say the greatest strength of this game is the level design/exploration; I was always shocked with how many    Prey is a game that I bought on a whim, with absolutely no information or prior knowledge on what the game is or about. What I ended up experiencing was one of my favorite games I played in 2018, something surprisingly extensive and enthralling.

    To start with the pros, I have to say the greatest strength of this game is the level design/exploration; I was always shocked with how many different ways there were to get almost every single task done. Simple objectives such as finding a way to get through a locked door could be solved by many completely different means (crawling through a maintenance shaft, forcing it open with abilities, hidden pathways, finding its keycard, etc). Prey gives the player the freedom to think critically to solve problems in super creative ways, and it paid off immensely. By the end of the game, I was looking high up at the ceilings for alternate routes in rafters, creating my own platforms with the awesome Gloo Gun, taking out tough hordes of enemies with goofy strategies that somehow worked, and forging my own path through the game's world. I was given the freedom, and I learned to use it to my advantage, and it felt oh so insanely rewarding.

    Beyond that, the graphics, world building, lore, characters, and side quests are all top-notch. There are a staggering amount of small details throughout the game that build the world around you and truly make it feel engrossing, and even plausible. I was surprised many times as I progressed through the story, and found myself always wanting to learn, see, and do more.

    Building your own set of weapons and abilities was a treat as well. I found I was incentivized to always figure out what powers, abilities, and items worked best for me to solve the problems as I saw fit. There were consequences, both good and bad, to all decisions I made in regards to my character. This even applies to the story as well. You are just given so many options for practically everything in this game, it just boggles my mind, and I find it hard to stop mentioning or praising it.

    It is hard for me to find any large faults with this game, but I will say its biggest downfall are the loading times. The game is treated as a somewhat open-world, with large areas loaded at once that you can access through different doors and elevators. The loading times between sections of the ship can last around a minute or longer. By the end of the game, when you have the whole ship opened up and are running around from place to place to get things done, those mentioned loading times get truly egregious. I found myself hitting loading screens three times within 10 minutes getting certain tasks done, and the waiting was getting super aggravating.

    Another fault would have to the how bloated the game starts to feel at the end. This is a problem with almost all open-world type games. There just became too much to do, and I began to feel fatigued and just started rushing to the end of the storyline.

    As a last minor complaint, some of the traversal was a bit glitchy or unreliable at points. Never enough to be a big problem, but annoying at times.

    I don't want to completely spoil this for people who haven't played, because experiencing it for the first-time was so awesome for me. However, there is this being that shows up eventually in the game that is incredibly powerful and pursues you at random points, and it was one of my favorite mechanics in the game. It added many great thrills and improvised moments that kept things fresh as the game went on.

    Overall, Prey is a fantastic game. I was always surprised by what it had to offer; so much player choice, detail, world-building, and polish. It has its annoying moments here and there, and drags on a bit towards the end, but it is a gaming experience I will always remember very fondly. So glad I happened to pick it up.    … Expand
  22. mcikes55
    Oct 25, 2018
    10
    A rare perfect game, in my opinion. Great setting, gbreat graphics, great characters, and a truly terrifying enemy. I couldnt find any negatives, therefore a perfect score is awarded.
  23. DBM2018
    Nov 20, 2018
    9
    I really enjoyed this. I'm a big fan of immersive single player FPS games with RPG mechanics. Is that how you would describe these games like Prey, Bioshock, Dishonored? Anyways, if you like those games, I would think you'd also like this. I loved the games pacing and exploration. I was skeptical whether or not it would maintain its quality, whether it would get boring, because of itsI really enjoyed this. I'm a big fan of immersive single player FPS games with RPG mechanics. Is that how you would describe these games like Prey, Bioshock, Dishonored? Anyways, if you like those games, I would think you'd also like this. I loved the games pacing and exploration. I was skeptical whether or not it would maintain its quality, whether it would get boring, because of its setting which I thought might be limited. But nope, the environments are actually quite varied and the game takes you on an interesting ride. The story is subtle, original, intriguing. The RPG mechanics and systems are rewarding, accessible, and encourages multiple playthroughs so you can try different builds and styles of play. There's many ways to approach combat, and most seem viable and fun. Cool enemy designs. Certain parts are more action oriented, some are more stealth horror oriented. It looks great. You can tell the devs took great care in developing this world. There's a good amount of side content, and they're pretty good. Solid questing. Can't say enough good things about this. A really underrated game.… Expand
  24. denni5m
    Apr 29, 2021
    9
    What a hidden gem, just when i needed it. Deep systems overlayed on top of deep systems and exploration. think Dishonoured but with even more atmosphere and depth.
    don't read anything else about this game just buy it and play it, half the fun of this game is figuring out the systems and story for your self.
    ive been playing on ps4 pro / ps5 and the game runs very well.
  25. xTh-3-nDx
    Dec 28, 2018
    9
    The game story is good, graphics are amazing the only thing i hate about the game that’s it’s short and has some bugs
  26. Blood8282
    Feb 23, 2019
    10
    From the makers of the Dishonored series, Arkane, Prey was often described as 'Bioshock in space'. Indeed it involves the player exploring a huge spacial Facility, ravaged by an unknown alien entity, and who develops all kinds of special abilities. It also features some very original weapons, such as the gloo gun, the recycle grenades etc. While loading times are a pain, it’s fun,From the makers of the Dishonored series, Arkane, Prey was often described as 'Bioshock in space'. Indeed it involves the player exploring a huge spacial Facility, ravaged by an unknown alien entity, and who develops all kinds of special abilities. It also features some very original weapons, such as the gloo gun, the recycle grenades etc. While loading times are a pain, it’s fun, addictive and mind blowing. Prey also features a great story with an amazing twist.. A very high recommend !… Expand
  27. Trevanian
    Apr 15, 2019
    9
    Fantastic game, a very enjoyable combination of action, horror and sci fi. During a big part of the game I was reminded of Bioshock. Excellent in all aspects
  28. BlackMagicDrew
    Jul 23, 2019
    10
    Honestly I love this game. This game has an amazing story and it’s not supposed to be a fast paced shooter. It’s supposed to be more of a journey through a space station and that’s what it does without a hitch.
  29. ToddChavez
    Aug 19, 2019
    8
    Prey's space station is fantastically explorable and its shape-shifting enemies maintain tension when combat doesn't.
  30. dllninja
    Aug 31, 2019
    9
    This game from Arkane Studios is one of the most underrated games of the last couple of years. You can really feel the influence from the level design of the Dishonored series, giving it a classic, but sci-fi wibe. Graphics are well optimized, but not top notch. What stands out the most is the variety you can tackle your approach. The skill tree enables you to have different playstyles, soThis game from Arkane Studios is one of the most underrated games of the last couple of years. You can really feel the influence from the level design of the Dishonored series, giving it a classic, but sci-fi wibe. Graphics are well optimized, but not top notch. What stands out the most is the variety you can tackle your approach. The skill tree enables you to have different playstyles, so if you're a fan of replayability and like this game, you won't get bored.
    The enemies have a creepy wibe, especially at the beginning when you have not many tools at your disposal. Weapons used by the character are unique, each having a certain use for different types of enemies. Also able to upgrade them was a big plus for me.
    The story is well bracnhed and side characters are well made. Exploring the map gives more information about the world and setting you're in, which motivated me for learning what was going on. As the game progresses, you will be put in front of some certain choices, which directly impact the game ending, letting you decide what moral choices does your character have.
    Gameplay is pretty fun, but the shooting mechanics sometimes lack, being compensated only by the RPG elements.
    I will give this a 9/10 just because stealth system lacks , even though there is one. This is a must play game and if it would have an another name than "Prey", it wouldn't be criticised by certain die-hard fans of the older version.    … Expand
  31. No1else
    Sep 1, 2019
    10
    One of the best games I ever played! Great story, great combat, thank you Arkane studios!
  32. Chempion1
    Dec 9, 2020
    9
    Мне очень нравился Prey 2006 года. Прошел игру несколько раз и конечно ждал продолжения. Но шли годы, десятилетия, а его всё не было. И вдруг Arkane выпускает свой Prey. Ну что я скажу...
    Последние игры Arkane мне очень нравятся. Я когда то прошел Dark Messiah of Might and Magic и полюбил её всей душой (но играть надо только на PC, на консолях выпустили какое то обрезанное говно). После    Мне очень нравился Prey 2006 года. Прошел игру несколько раз и конечно ждал продолжения. Но шли годы, десятилетия, а его всё не было. И вдруг Arkane выпускает свой Prey. Ну что я скажу...
    Последние игры Arkane мне очень нравятся. Я когда то прошел Dark Messiah of Might and Magic и полюбил её всей душой (но играть надо только на PC, на консолях выпустили какое то обрезанное говно). После этого от студии я ждал только лучшего. И вот Prey.
    Как сказать э.... Arkane выпустила свой Bioshock. Сходство атмосферы, геймплея да вообще просто поражает.
    И это здорово.
    В игре невероятная, густая, притягательная атмосфера. Из игры просто трудно выйти, она не отпускает. И это опять таки роднит её с Bioshock от 2К.
    Сюжет по началу не очень впечатляет, но проходя далее всё больше и больше закручивается, а в конце просто взрывает мозг.
    Геймплей и боёвка, ну как я уже сказал очень похожа на первый Bioshock, только вместо плазмидов всякие пси способности.
    Графон. Ну, это CryEngine 4.
    Не знаю, но игра визуально очень похожа на тот же Dishonored 2.
    Признаюсь честно, мне игра понравилась, но. Скажу о своих ощущениях касательно всех последних играх Arkane. Это и Dark Messiah, и Dishonored 1 и 2, и тот же Prey.
    Все они очень хорошо играются, проходятся, но к концу начинают поднадоедать. К тому же, примерно в середине игры, всё пространство Талоса 1, заволакивается некой золотой паутиной, через которую нихрена не видно. Ну можно, было бы, обыграть это как то по изящней, что ли. Последний час просто "пробегаешь" сюжет, что бы поскорей увидеть окончание.
    С Bioshock 1 и 2 у меня такого не было.
    А вообще Prey 2017 это игра, которая, ну лично для меня, входит в золотую коллекцию игр нынешнего поколения!
    Жаль, что dlc для неё выпустили только одно, да и то, на мой взгляд, никчемное.    … Expand
  33. maku
    Jul 22, 2021
    10
    Prey is an immersive sim masterpiece, it's the System Shock 3 we never got. Unparrarel levels of immersion created by non-linear gameplay, freedom of problem-solving, freedom of character progression etc. I've beaten the game twice now changing my approach to problems and character skills for each of those and I feel like I just beat two different games.

    Prey is a piece of modern game    Prey is an immersive sim masterpiece, it's the System Shock 3 we never got. Unparrarel levels of immersion created by non-linear gameplay, freedom of problem-solving, freedom of character progression etc. I've beaten the game twice now changing my approach to problems and character skills for each of those and I feel like I just beat two different games.

    Prey is a piece of modern game design art.    … Expand
  34. Rolgoo
    Jun 14, 2020
    10
    В этой игре отлично всё. Постоянно и по сей день с удовольствием перепрохожу и до сих пор нахожу новые пути и даже локации
  35. Burattix54
    Jun 26, 2020
    9
    BioShock, except in space and even better. This game is almost perfect in almost all of it's aspects it.
    It is not a game for everyone, but I personally love it.
  36. krooney
    Jun 20, 2020
    9
    Really enjoyable game that seemed to fly under the radar at launch. Perhaps the pacing of the 'end game' could have been handled better but definitely a must play from this gen.
  37. Garannos
    Jun 23, 2020
    9
    IGN sucks，this game is amazing. It has a great story and a good gameplay. And you can make your own choice to decied the ending.
  38. HiNooNDooD1544
    Jun 5, 2021
    9
    I’m pretty new to this game, just got it for my PS5 yesterday and I already love it. Take Bioshock and make it Dead Space with Dishonored style stealth. Only this isn’t a horror game. The atmosphere of Prey is really damn cool. It’s a little disappointing that there’s no 60 FPS patch or something like that, but looking past low framerates and low resolutions, this is definitely one of theI’m pretty new to this game, just got it for my PS5 yesterday and I already love it. Take Bioshock and make it Dead Space with Dishonored style stealth. Only this isn’t a horror game. The atmosphere of Prey is really damn cool. It’s a little disappointing that there’s no 60 FPS patch or something like that, but looking past low framerates and low resolutions, this is definitely one of the more underrated games of the past 5 years. I’m excited to play more and more of this game in the coming days!… Expand
  39. Juze1
    Mar 19, 2021
    10
    Adorei, um jogo muito imersivo e com vários finais, mistérios e uma atmosfera interessante
  40. davedavedavedav
    Jun 2, 2021
    10
    This is a must play for funs of the immersive sim genre. It 100% stands up against the best of the best in the deus ex and system shock / bioshck series.

    I've completed it about 8 times and I could easily complete 8 times moreit just to take in all the details of the presentation of Talos 1 and the people that lived there. Excellent open ended immersive sim gameplay, incredible level    This is a must play for funs of the immersive sim genre. It 100% stands up against the best of the best in the deus ex and system shock / bioshck series.

    I've completed it about 8 times and I could easily complete 8 times moreit just to take in all the details of the presentation of Talos 1 and the people that lived there.

    Excellent open ended immersive sim gameplay, incredible level design, stunning visuals, engaging story and strong characters make this game one of the best of all time.    … Expand
  41. Blackdung7
    Jul 11, 2021
    10
    This game story is amazing with fantastic gameplay mechanics. I definitely recommend getting this game!
  42. ReturnToMonke75
    Jul 25, 2021
    10
    Prey is a really great game. I’ll describe it as a blending of Bioshock and Deadspace. My first run took 49hrs so there’s lots to do and see and once complete you unlock extra difficulty options for repeat runs. I hope they make a sequel!
  43. 02450ephiz
    Sep 20, 2021
    10
    One of the best action games in the last gen I think, very underrated. Another gem from Arakane.
  44. Andrew_T
    Nov 17, 2021
    10
    Prey is simply an amazing immersive sim, with some pretty cool plot twits. Many speak about its gameplay, but for me, the fascinating part was the story and attention to detail. In most modern games, scripts are weak, aimed at dumb teenagers hardly following on the story and missing a ton of stuff happening around them. Prey is far from this experience as it could get. It requires a slowPrey is simply an amazing immersive sim, with some pretty cool plot twits. Many speak about its gameplay, but for me, the fascinating part was the story and attention to detail. In most modern games, scripts are weak, aimed at dumb teenagers hardly following on the story and missing a ton of stuff happening around them. Prey is far from this experience as it could get. It requires a slow and thoughtful walkthrough and treats the player as an intellectual one. Truly love this game.… Expand
  45. Artem_Vavilov
    Nov 16, 2021
    10
    It the best game in the last ten years.
    The atmosphere is just incredible..
  46. VegasVosk
    Dec 27, 2021
    10
    Great game, but underestimated and it's sad that it was not sold as well. Try it! Buy it!
  47. svalbrad
    Dec 17, 2021
    10
    One of the most underrated games of all times. Clearly shows the power of modern marketing - or absence of thereof. I haven't felt such a blast while playing for a long long time. Long live Arkane, looking forward to other superb titles from your talented team of inspired creators.
  48. tr4nc3v1b3
    Jan 15, 2022
    10
    10 ouf 10. Best sci-fi game ever. Amazing game mechanics. One of the best immersive sims at the moment !
  49. SulkSonic
    Apr 17, 2022
    9
    One of the most horrifyingly enthralling and intriguing story with incredible gameplay creativity. The only criticism I have for it is that many quests may be a bit boring. I'm feeling a light to decent 9.
  50. Lordaleksandrg
    May 25, 2022
    10
    Очень глубокая и философская игра которая заставляет задуматься но при этом не запрещает веселиться
  51. Primerjordan794
    Jun 1, 2022
    10
    Game is really cool with the best story. Actually got scared sometimes but this game is extremely fun.
  52. cabezatuck
    May 16, 2017
    9
    Prey is a unique Action RPG game in a Sci-Fi setting with nods to Deus Ex and Dishonored. It has an engaging story and atmosphere combined with a good blend of weapons and abilities to aid you as you fight your way across Talos 1. Every puzzle and obstacle has multiple solutions. You may wish to handle situations using brute force, advanced hacking skills or find some other creative way toPrey is a unique Action RPG game in a Sci-Fi setting with nods to Deus Ex and Dishonored. It has an engaging story and atmosphere combined with a good blend of weapons and abilities to aid you as you fight your way across Talos 1. Every puzzle and obstacle has multiple solutions. You may wish to handle situations using brute force, advanced hacking skills or find some other creative way to proceed. The Alien powers add an exciting but morally questionable aspect to the game. The various sections of the space station are rich and diverse. Navigating outside the space station is confusing and disorienting, but I feel this accurately represents what navigating around a space station in a jet-pack equipped suit would feel like. I found many of the side quests interesting to complete and often looked forward to looking for more, rather than getting burnt out like in some other titles. Whether this was on account of the constantly evolving gameplay or the story itself is hard to say. The main story is well written and engaging and like Horizon I became excited to unlock more answers and complete the story. I feel Prey is a well made, valiant effort by Arkane and deserves a 9/10 rather than the 7.9/10 it currently holds. I highly recommend this game if you enjoy Sci-Fi, shooters, and puzzle games. My only wish for Prey would be the inclusion of more varied weapons, primarily firearms such as an assault rifle. However even though I am a gun nut in shooters and love variety I often felt satisfied with my pistol and shotgun due to the game itself doing such a good job of keeping me engaged.… Expand
  53. ANG3L
    May 17, 2017
    10
    This is the best game of the last few years. It is a old-school 3d-fps-rpg-shooter with a great atmosphere and environment. When I start to play, after 30 min I can’t believe… it was a System Shock 2 2017!!!! YES finally. This not a stupid shooter, this game with great story, with many logs and quest. Very good level design, very cool RPG part with implants. I play this game 3 days in aThis is the best game of the last few years. It is a old-school 3d-fps-rpg-shooter with a great atmosphere and environment. When I start to play, after 30 min I can’t believe… it was a System Shock 2 2017!!!! YES finally. This not a stupid shooter, this game with great story, with many logs and quest. Very good level design, very cool RPG part with implants. I play this game 3 days in a row for 12 hours, with breaks 4 sure. Yes it’s slow, but I enjoy every minute of this game, I play slow, read every note and log, search every room, do all quest. I just enjoy the gameplay by 200%. Thx Raphaël Colantonio for this great gift.… Expand
  54. Conn
    May 12, 2017
    10
    The game does what its supposed to do which is completely entertain. Great atmosphere, graphics, and sound effects. I don't understand the negative reviews.
  55. RealMuthaF
    Jul 17, 2017
    9
    Okay people saying stupid **** like "it's a BioShock ripoff" or "it should have been about a space bounty hunter" need to shut the hell up. Also, poor user reviews like "Runs bad on my PC" in the PS4 section just once again confirms how pathetic and cancerous the computer gaming community is.

    Prey is a wonderful System/BioShock-inspired game with a brilliant mysterious plot, tense    Okay people saying stupid **** like "it's a BioShock ripoff" or "it should have been about a space bounty hunter" need to shut the hell up. Also, poor user reviews like "Runs bad on my PC" in the PS4 section just once again confirms how pathetic and cancerous the computer gaming community is.

    Prey is a wonderful System/BioShock-inspired game with a brilliant mysterious plot, tense atmosphere and solid gameplay. After one of the best openings to a game I've ever witnessed the Prey hooked me up and didn't let go until the finale about 35 hours later, even if got a bit less tense in the second half. The game's biggest strength, apart from the fun powers to play with, is the amazing environmental storytelling with a deeply-written lore, as well as the main intriguing storyline. Speaking about the story in detail means spoilers, and those are present from almost the beginning of Prey, so I will just recommend any FPS or RPG or Sci-Fi or just gaming fan to give this game a try, for it's worth it. A bonus mentioning is the soundtrack which has a couple of very memorable songs that I'll be listening to for a while.

    Still, the game's not perfect, and I have the following complaints: 1) The loading screens. They are long and pesky and really break up the immersion. 2) Backtracking. While initially progressing through new sections of the Talos station, eventually the game makes you backtrack the already familiar areas with annoying respawning enemies. It is especially painful with the aforementioned loading screens. 3) Bugs. Even though it's been several months since the game's release I still could not complete at least two side quests due to bugs. Plus there was more annoying stuff like inventory items failing to stack up properly, quest completion notifications popping up randomly and some buttons like reload not working unless I loaded a previous save. 4) The ending. I won't dwell into spoiler territory here, but I felt like it gave more new questions rather than answers.

    Even so, it is still one of the best games I've played in a while. Arkane studios have proven their superiority with the Dishonored games and this is another solid hit on their hands, I really wish it sold better than it did, and sincerely hope it's getting a sequel.    … Expand
  56. GamergodsFail
    Sep 3, 2017
    8
    In a nutshell, Prey is essentially a great but technically flawed first-person metroidvania on a space station. The gameplay and ways to play are often brilliant, the exploration is encouraging, and the replay value is rich. The decisions you make in it tend to change the outcome of the game. It's just a shame that a few quest-breaking bugs continue to hold the game down from its full trueIn a nutshell, Prey is essentially a great but technically flawed first-person metroidvania on a space station. The gameplay and ways to play are often brilliant, the exploration is encouraging, and the replay value is rich. The decisions you make in it tend to change the outcome of the game. It's just a shame that a few quest-breaking bugs continue to hold the game down from its full true Game-of-the-Year potential.… Expand
  57. amircs
    May 18, 2017
    8
    Overall, it is a good game, and here is the list of pros and cons in my view:
    pros:
    1 - the environment and the music match the game very well. It has a very nice feeling to it. 2 - the story is interesting and I really liked the story telling style. It is indirect and very engaging, Specially if you end up reading the notes and emails. There aren't many of them, and there are many    Overall, it is a good game, and here is the list of pros and cons in my view:
    pros:
    1 - the environment and the music match the game very well. It has a very nice feeling to it.
    2 - the story is interesting and I really liked the story telling style. It is indirect and very engaging, Specially if you end up reading the notes and emails. There aren't many of them, and there are many repeated ones. Won't take much time to read and really put things in perspective. I totally recommend reading them. It also puts a nice pace to the game too. You stop, read something interesting, then go back to game and move on.
    3 - there is very little hand holding the game, you need to find everything yourself and make things happen and there are many different ways of doing it.
    4 - the game is filled with fun and interesting secrets. After 30 hours I have not been able to find 10% of it. And these 10% I figured out through those notes. Don't look up spoilers on them, they are really satisfying to figure out by yourself.
    5 - A very diverse and interesting talents and abilities that you can gain. I have rarely seen this many interesting stuff in any video games, from turning into a cup of coffee to teleporing.

    Cons:
    1 - The controller felt very weird and laggy on PS4. They released a patch for it and now it is better. But I don't know how they missed that on their play tests.
    2 - The loading times are horrendous. It takes literally 5min some time to move between areas. It is really annoying specially in the end that you end up going through the areas a lot. You will be mostly waiting on loading screen than playing.
    3 - The endgame enemy types are very cheaply designed. There are some no man's sky drones called military units that have eyes back of their head, they can fly, and shoot at any direction. Just very cheap design for a stealth oriented game. I liked the Dishonored enemy progression way more.

    It is a good game overall, give demo a try and see if it is the game for you. I enjoyed it, minus some annoyances that I mentioned. And I see a lot of the reviews here are just based on demo which is not fair at all in my view.    … Expand
  58. v4vendetta
    Aug 31, 2017
    8
    'Prey' is not for the Gunslingers. You need to have patience for the first 2 or 3 hours while the game gets into a pace. Once it gets there, 'Dishonored 2' and 'Deus Ex' will join. This game is matured fun.
    Simple the most underrated game of '17.
    I would love to rate it 8.5
  59. MitchLNU
    May 14, 2017
    9
    Prey draws you into the story fairly successfully; I personally have always prefered multiplayer/coop games, but I took a shot with prey, largely based off of it being from Bethesda, and I am very happy with it.

    It is very challenging, and affords multiple ways to complete each objective, with there being no 'best' for any situation. I would definitely purchase again.
  60. Fedenadur
    May 17, 2017
    9
    If you love the idea of exploring a space station overrun by alien, collecting tons of loot, craft any item you need and use space magic to take the form of a coffee cup... then this game is for you!

    The game is challenging but never unfair, solid experience, around 25/30 hour for first run. The two only complains are the 2 loading screen (why two?) and the respawning enemies (why do    If you love the idea of exploring a space station overrun by alien, collecting tons of loot, craft any item you need and use space magic to take the form of a coffee cup... then this game is for you!

    The game is challenging but never unfair, solid experience, around 25/30 hour for first run.

    The two only complains are the 2 loading screen (why two?) and the respawning enemies (why do I need to kill the same 3 enemies when going through certain places?).    … Expand
  61. MrWretched
    Jun 26, 2017
    9
    Starting on Talos one alone and surrounded by creatures and other-worldly monstrosities has never felt so gripping. Instilling a sense of dread early on with limited resources and ammo, constantly being bombarded by mimics disguised as coffee mugs, rolls of toilet paper and other non-inspiring objects.

    As you progress you'll find blue-prints enabling you to build ammunition, weapons    Starting on Talos one alone and surrounded by creatures and other-worldly monstrosities has never felt so gripping. Instilling a sense of dread early on with limited resources and ammo, constantly being bombarded by mimics disguised as coffee mugs, rolls of toilet paper and other non-inspiring objects.

    As you progress you'll find blue-prints enabling you to build ammunition, weapons and consumables. Rewarding those who like to check every nook and cranny. Aside from scavenging you're able to peek into the lives of those stationed aboard Talos one via open terminals. A glimpse into the day to day routines, to the more nefarious deeds of the employees. You also gain access to security terminals where you can locate every (and I mean every) employee on board living or dead. Some terminals will also yield maps and schematics as well.

    The skill tree at first seems very overwhelming where each upgrade in the beginning seems like a monumental choice. At a certain point in the game you have the choice of infusing alien skills into your play-style enabling you make some truly devastating builds. As you progress and determine the play-style you want the choices you want to make become less daunting.

    The game takes you various facilities around the space station, each section has its own unique story and characters tied to them. From a sprawling garden to lavish lounge and even exiting the station for some flight among the stars. Sadly, the load times are quite long and become increasingly frustrating toward the end of the game due to backtracking.

    All in all I loved almost every aspect of this game. The various enemy types, weapons, characters and locales make this a truly horrifying and unique experience. From the lonely abandoned hallways to the endless expanse of floating around Talos one, very few games nowadays can hit that sweet spot between horror and action but PREY nails it.    … Expand
  62. Fox_Glitch
    Jul 4, 2017
    9
    Prey, the new game of Bethesda Softworks and Arkane Studios. It is a mix of Dishonored and Bioshock,
    which takes us from the beginning of the game and guide us until the end. In Prey, we have everything, from RPG to FPS, from Survival to Horror. An unforgettable atmosphere, which is accompanied by a great OST, particularly Mick Gordon's track ''Everything is going to be ok''. Great    Prey, the new game of Bethesda Softworks and Arkane Studios. It is a mix of Dishonored and Bioshock,
    which takes us from the beginning of the game and guide us until the end. In Prey, we have everything, from RPG to FPS, from Survival to Horror. An unforgettable atmosphere, which is accompanied by a great OST, particularly Mick Gordon's track ''Everything is going to be ok''. Great graphics, interesting characters, so Prey has everything to be the Game of the Year.    … Expand
  63. bhappenstance
    Sep 3, 2020
    0
    Incredibly frustrating. Definitely in the BioShock/Dishonored vein -- or trying pretty hard to be -- but with little sense of story or progression. Rather than a clear objective with alternative paths/optional objectives (as in Dishonored), Prey gives you dozens of objectives with no clear sense of where to go or why. Juggling items in your pack quickly becomes a chore (as you need toIncredibly frustrating. Definitely in the BioShock/Dishonored vein -- or trying pretty hard to be -- but with little sense of story or progression. Rather than a clear objective with alternative paths/optional objectives (as in Dishonored), Prey gives you dozens of objectives with no clear sense of where to go or why. Juggling items in your pack quickly becomes a chore (as you need to collect junk to recycle into reusable resources), and the game is constantly throwing locks and obstacles on everything, from doors to upgrades. The weapons are bland, the graphics are bland, the environments are bland. Clearly there was some desire to evoke BioShockesque environments, but that game imbues every area with purpose and personality, whereas Prey has a bunch of different spaces. The enemies are terrible, and combat is brutal and confusing. As many others here have noted, I really enjoyed Prey for the first few hours, and then the monotony and boredom and frustration set in. 20 hours in I felt like I was treading water, quit and never went back.… Expand
  64. hooner
    May 10, 2017
    5
    A big disappointment. I remember System Shock 1 & 2 well, and this game has not 1 ounce of the atmosphere or character of those games. Yes sure, the graphics are disappointing, but that's not the be all and end all to be honest, its the "feel" of the game that is wrong.

    You are marooned in space and it feels like you are marooned in a shopping mall, its very underwhelming and the coffee    A big disappointment. I remember System Shock 1 & 2 well, and this game has not 1 ounce of the atmosphere or character of those games. Yes sure, the graphics are disappointing, but that's not the be all and end all to be honest, its the "feel" of the game that is wrong.

    You are marooned in space and it feels like you are marooned in a shopping mall, its very underwhelming and the coffee mug/alien novelty wears off quick.

    Crafting is shallow, gun-play is poor, stealth not really viable and has 1 dimensional enemies you get bored of after 2-3 hours.

    Music cues are good though, and this is the only real part that adds atmosphere. Runs well on my PC which is toward the higher end of the performance spectrum, no crashes or bugs so far (12 hours in).

    So far in 2017 we have been spoilt for quality games on PC and PS4, this is not one of them and is ultimately a totally forgettable experience.    … Expand
  65. PeterTheGrayt
    Jun 12, 2017
    10
    Prey implements contrasts like no other game I've played. All at once it brilliantly juxtaposes itself with familiarity and foreignness; originality and homage; fear and comfort; story and gameplay.

    Like Dishonored, it mixes story, world and gameplay elements to create an experience that feels both original and familiar. It is easy to see the inspirations for Prey, games like Bioshock,    Prey implements contrasts like no other game I've played. All at once it brilliantly juxtaposes itself with familiarity and foreignness; originality and homage; fear and comfort; story and gameplay.

    Like Dishonored, it mixes story, world and gameplay elements to create an experience that feels both original and familiar. It is easy to see the inspirations for Prey, games like Bioshock, System Shock, Dues Ex and Dishonored.
    However, despite the many similarities, Prey still feels fresh and engaging.
    The intended claustrophobic atmosphere is contrasted by the wide, wondrous views of the Arbotoreum and the Talos Lobby.
    The story's plot and twists were also brilliant. As soon as I thought I had caught onto a tangible clue or figured out the story, Prey threw something new into the mix. By the time I reached the end, I was both expecting and blown away by the finale (admittedly, more blown away than expectant).

    I am a huge fan of Dishonored so was a bit hesitant going into Prey, not expecting it to be as good. But I am pleasantly surprised that I can rate it as equal to Dishonored's ingenuity.    … Expand
  66. destinyfan1
    May 10, 2017
    8
    I don't wanna spoil things but i think everyone know your trapped in a spaceship with aliens blablabla
    I didn't play the beta because it was so many gigabytes and I wanted tho keep the gigs for the full game
    positive + great action and graphics + creepy first hour ( you feel like you have no chance of surviving in this game ) + mimics are small but a challenge + story + weapons    I don't wanna spoil things but i think everyone know your trapped in a spaceship with aliens blablabla
    I didn't play the beta because it was so many gigabytes and I wanted tho keep the gigs for the full game
    positive
    + great action and graphics
    + creepy first hour ( you feel like you have no chance of surviving in this game )
    + mimics are small but a challenge
    + story
    + weapons
    negative
    - small bugs( there not gamebreaking )
    - enemies feel the same after a while
    - its good that this game is hard but dying over and over if you have no chance is frustrating
    its a good game but frustrating and loses its taste but overall good
    because i love bethesda not a 7 but an 8 , but next time on this level i'il give a 7    … Expand
  67. BicycleFish
    May 10, 2017
    8
    Story is slightly typical, but takes twists and turns that keep you captivated. The enemies lack some variety, but are still creepy as hell when you come up on one unexpectedly. Where this game really shines is the atmosphere, level design, skill tree, problem solving/puzzles, and the looting/crafting systems. There are many ways to solve one problem, or take down enemies, or get intoStory is slightly typical, but takes twists and turns that keep you captivated. The enemies lack some variety, but are still creepy as hell when you come up on one unexpectedly. Where this game really shines is the atmosphere, level design, skill tree, problem solving/puzzles, and the looting/crafting systems. There are many ways to solve one problem, or take down enemies, or get into emails, or go behind locked doors and no matter what skill tree you decide to climb, it makes for a unique and memorable experience.

    This game has a lot to offer if you can get past the "Latency" rumors and a few minor sound bugs. It absolutely scratches that Bioshock itch.    … Expand
  68. Prrgangsta
    May 17, 2017
    6
    So I just finished Prey and I have to say that it was okay. The multiple paths made exploring the space station interesting. The neuromod abilities were really helpful both in and out of combat. Multiple endings encourage you to replay it.

    But some things hold it back like the fact all the enemies look the same except for their aura. Moving throughout the ship causes loding screen after    So I just finished Prey and I have to say that it was okay. The multiple paths made exploring the space station interesting. The neuromod abilities were really helpful both in and out of combat. Multiple endings encourage you to replay it.

    But some things hold it back like the fact all the enemies look the same except for their aura. Moving throughout the ship causes loding screen after loading screen to appear which get annoying. And finally the fact that Prey 2 was cancelled for this disappoints me. Say what you want, but Human Head had something beautiful and Bethesda ruined it.    … Expand
  69. MikeMenkes
    May 8, 2017
    6
    This game really isn't particularly consistent except where its consistently derivative. It is borrowing the story telling styles of Half Life and Bioshock and Portal, and although on the whole I can at least objectively say there is an effort to be more creative and clever in the story department than we've seen in the Dishonored series, it suffers personally to me because the narrativeThis game really isn't particularly consistent except where its consistently derivative. It is borrowing the story telling styles of Half Life and Bioshock and Portal, and although on the whole I can at least objectively say there is an effort to be more creative and clever in the story department than we've seen in the Dishonored series, it suffers personally to me because the narrative style is an unpleasant mash of Arkane's story telling trying to act like someone else, and I'm not fond of Arkane's story telling. On PS4 the graphics are weak. There is no sense of dynamic lighting, the background textures are almost polygonal, and the character design is too derivative of Dishonored, and the look of 19th century whale punk cartoonishness doesn't quite fit the narrative, and is a piece of what's driving me away from the narrative. The game play just isn't sufficient to overcome that, because it's floaty and simple and really just relies on simple surprise tactics you overcome simply by assuming every inanimate object is a Dark Souls Mimic chest, and that gets tiring. If you were looking for a space opera homage game or desperately wanted Half-life 3, this game isn't going to satisfy that. Its just OK.… Expand
  70. ValiantVillain
    May 10, 2017
    10
    Here is my review of Prey, Arkane Studios newest game published by Bethesda games.
    Prey is a AAA Indie game when it comes to how it feels and plays (unique). The DNA of Bioshock, Deus Ex, System Shock and Dishonored can be felt through the experience but ultimately Prey feels like it's own game. You are Morgan Yu and have lost your memory, and the game tells you very little about where    Here is my review of Prey, Arkane Studios newest game published by Bethesda games.
    Prey is a AAA Indie game when it comes to how it feels and plays (unique). The DNA of Bioshock, Deus Ex, System Shock and Dishonored can be felt through the experience but ultimately Prey feels like it's own game. You are Morgan Yu and have lost your memory, and the game tells you very little about where you are and why you're there, the main premise of the Prey is unraveling the mystery of what's going on aboard the space-station Talos I.
    Gameplay consist of combat and discovery with the latter being far more prevalent. You are free to explore Talos I at your own pace with the occasional story beat popping in here and there leading you to new areas of the space-station. Prey starts off very slow with little knowledge of what to expect but all i can say without spoilers is that the game evolves and expands in interesting ways. Prey does not hold your hand and it trusts the players intelligence.
    There are many types of weapons and player upgrades that allow you to play a very specific way, just like in Deus ex, you can move a heavy object or hack a terminal or search the area for something else entirely to get past an obstacle. Prey is a fun game and also a very smart game, it has fantastic design in it's aesthetics and environments. I would recommend this game for fans of the immersive sim genre but I can't say that Prey is an instant classic and will be remembered for it's familiar gameplay. What i can say is that if you're looking for something new to play then look no further than Prey.    … Expand
  71. danbolivar
    May 25, 2017
    7
    I found Prey to be one of the most repetitive games I've ever played. The game is basically linear, it makes you run back and forth between the station decks picking up little clues, safe numbers, items... which unlock doors, safes and things on entirely different levels. Back and forth, back and forth... it get's really BORING once you have to go past the same hum drum stuff you passedI found Prey to be one of the most repetitive games I've ever played. The game is basically linear, it makes you run back and forth between the station decks picking up little clues, safe numbers, items... which unlock doors, safes and things on entirely different levels. Back and forth, back and forth... it get's really BORING once you have to go past the same hum drum stuff you passed before.

    What really made me uninstall is that even though loot doesn't respawn in boxes and cabinets, the MOBS do! You work your way and plan you finally kill the damn things when, poof, a few hours later when you revisit a room, the DARN THING IS THERE AGAIN!!!

    If the game is going to have me going back and forth, the least it could do is NOT resurrect the monsters!!!! Hated it, uninstalled it... POOF it's gone.    … Expand
  72. Deadheadbill
    May 15, 2017
    9
    Prey is subtle. If your idea of a great game is shooting, bashing and looting your way thru every level then it probably isn't the game for you.

    However, if you like good level design, thought provoking story lines, multiple solutions to problems and a great atmosphere then welcome home. Prey is for you. It most reminds me of a slower paced Half-Life 2 although there are elements of all    Prey is subtle. If your idea of a great game is shooting, bashing and looting your way thru every level then it probably isn't the game for you.

    However, if you like good level design, thought provoking story lines, multiple solutions to problems and a great atmosphere then welcome home. Prey is for you. It most reminds me of a slower paced Half-Life 2 although there are elements of all the other games that have been mentioned as it's influences.
    In the end it depends on what you want in a game. I can see why the people who don't like it feel taht way but to me it overcomes it's blemishes to become an outstanding game.    … Expand
  73. MedioDedo
    May 15, 2017
    9
    Bioshock meets DeusEx in space. It is a good combination in my opinion and fair comparison. I wasn't expecting shooter and maybe that's why it didn't disappoint me. I had great fun with it and enjoyed its slower pace and atmospheric gameplay.
  74. DonBacky
    May 17, 2017
    10
    Playing with Prey brought me back to 1997, to the amazing System shock 2...let me say...WOW!
    The atmosphere is incredible, the gameplay is a unique mix of different genres and the artist direction is fantastic. The game is long (i spent 26 hr) and challenging, for a long time I did not see anything like that (No, not Bioschock).
    Honestly i don't understand the critics, given the low    Playing with Prey brought me back to 1997, to the amazing System shock 2...let me say...WOW!
    The atmosphere is incredible, the gameplay is a unique mix of different genres and the artist direction is fantastic. The game is long (i spent 26 hr) and challenging, for a long time I did not see anything like that (No, not Bioschock).
    Honestly i don't understand the critics, given the low level of most productions...    … Expand
  75. Hyper-Dash
    May 12, 2017
    8
    Despite borrowing heavily from other games, this game still has its own dna to offer. It has a semi open world that you can explore at your own leisure. A tense atmosphere that will keep you at the edge of your seat. And a superb soundtrack that perfectly complements the experience. And there's the engaging combat that makes every encounter a serious thread. Every aspect are well putDespite borrowing heavily from other games, this game still has its own dna to offer. It has a semi open world that you can explore at your own leisure. A tense atmosphere that will keep you at the edge of your seat. And a superb soundtrack that perfectly complements the experience. And there's the engaging combat that makes every encounter a serious thread. Every aspect are well put together.

    There are things that I don't like, however. Such as having you mandatorily looking for key cards for critical doors. And the last few hours were a real chore to play.

    Despite the negatives, I enjoyed my time with this game and would recommend it to anyone who likes games like Deus Ex, Dishonored, Dead Space, or Bioshock.    … Expand
  76. Zeak
    Feb 17, 2018
    10
    I was hesitating about getting this game because I don't really like being scared and also since the demo didn't really grab my attention, but ultimately I caved in and picked it up after a ridiculous discount (why not?). Aaaand I loved. Loved it so much so that I have an enormous void inside after finishing it. Even though I played Dishonored, Bioshocks, Deus Exs and other immersive sims,I was hesitating about getting this game because I don't really like being scared and also since the demo didn't really grab my attention, but ultimately I caved in and picked it up after a ridiculous discount (why not?). Aaaand I loved. Loved it so much so that I have an enormous void inside after finishing it. Even though I played Dishonored, Bioshocks, Deus Exs and other immersive sims, this one was the most enjoyable due to the setting and art direction (I'm a huge sci-fi fan and adore titles like Dead Space). I think I went through every single email and note this time and fully immersed myself.
    The sad and unfortunate truth is that despite Prey has a terrific story, unique "open" world and flexible mechanics + a sort of an open ending, I don't think it sold well which might impact any potential sequels or DLC. But I hope I'm wrong on this one.    … Expand
  77. MaxPayneIsGod
    May 15, 2022
    9
    Easily the most underrated sleeper hit I've ever played.
    Prey is a smart person's shooter, it reminds me of Half Life when it released, mind-blowing. Sure there are echoes of BioShock, but it is suitably different to be its own beast.
    The narrative is fantastic, you know what's going on, but you don't know. It looks and sounds fantastic, Arkane has done an amazing job of immersing the    Easily the most underrated sleeper hit I've ever played.
    Prey is a smart person's shooter, it reminds me of Half Life when it released, mind-blowing. Sure there are echoes of BioShock, but it is suitably different to be its own beast.
    The narrative is fantastic, you know what's going on, but you don't know.
    It looks and sounds fantastic, Arkane has done an amazing job of immersing the player into their world.
    Prey is a close to a 10 a 9 can get, but the loading times on a base PS4 are egregious.
    Absolutely loved it, all 37.5hrs.
    Please play this, I regret sitting on it for as long as I did. It can be very, very overwhelming at the beginning but I implore you to persevere.    … Expand
  78. Darth_Kane
    Nov 1, 2017
    9
    I hesitated a bit before I got this game, but I'm glad I did. It's very good, and it falls into the exact category of games I like. If you loved Bioshock, Dishonored, or the first Dead Space, you'll also love this one. I also appreciated a game putting an effort into the story, and having some quite surprising twists along the way.
  79. JustMK
    Oct 21, 2017
    9
    Prey is a great game. It requires a lot from player, but brings fantastic experience. It's sci-fi in alternative Universe that tells awesome story, plays like half-life+dishonored+bioshock and have awesome ending. It's very long (that's bad) - about 40 hours of gameplay, but pretty intensive and thrilling. One of the best games in 2017.
  80. Reed618
    Aug 3, 2018
    9
    As a big sci fi fan I was completely blown away by this game, It turned out to be way better than expected. The visual design was so impressive, i just loved exploring talos 1. The sense that you're outmatched and enemies can be hiding anywhere also added this wonderful sense of tension. Finally the sense of verticality and the numerous possible approaches when faced with a situation wasAs a big sci fi fan I was completely blown away by this game, It turned out to be way better than expected. The visual design was so impressive, i just loved exploring talos 1. The sense that you're outmatched and enemies can be hiding anywhere also added this wonderful sense of tension. Finally the sense of verticality and the numerous possible approaches when faced with a situation was so refreshing.
    I really couldn't recommend it enough but there are a couple of negatives. In later parts of the game I was so outnumbered I ended up just running past enemies thus negating that excellent sense of tension. My other main issue is the loading screens. Towards the end I was repeatedly entering new sections of talos 1 and each time there is a loading screen lasting about 1 to 2 minutes. It's pretty annoying, hence why I'm going with 9 out of 10 rather than a perfect score. All in all though this game is really something special.    … Expand
  81. Tampinha85
    Sep 21, 2017
    8
    Fun, misterious, good story, good gameplay, soundtrack is really good...
    I got this game because i had nothing to play at the time and man what a pleasant surprise.
    i highly recommend you get this game.
  82. dyinginbeauty
    Mar 18, 2018
    10
    This is an amazing game!

    A review somewhere describes it as a sandbox in which you can go about solving a puzzle in more or less whatever way you want... thats exactly what it is in my experience. it can be pretty easy or difficult, depending how you prepare for a situation (or not). This is a perfect mix of alien isolation, dishonored, and bioshock. Absolutely fantastic experience.
  83. dingobreath
    Sep 29, 2019
    6
    When I first started playing this game, I thought it was something special. It starts off fairly well and make you want to play more to see how the story plays out. The game ultimately is let down by unbalanced game play and repetitiveness. While the game can be scary as enemies can disguise themselves and jump scare you at any moment, the actual enemy designs are cartoonish and are notWhen I first started playing this game, I thought it was something special. It starts off fairly well and make you want to play more to see how the story plays out. The game ultimately is let down by unbalanced game play and repetitiveness. While the game can be scary as enemies can disguise themselves and jump scare you at any moment, the actual enemy designs are cartoonish and are not imposing at all. The only thing that makes things frustrating here is that guns are very very weak after several hours in the game and the difficulty does spike quite a bit.

    There is variety on how to solve each section of the game, IE open door by finding key card or, find a vent to sneak through etc. But actually battling enemies can be a chore. If adventuring is more your thing, you will enjoy this, but those who like a little more action may not like it.

    +setting it on a space station
    +varied jump scares
    +detailed levels and some nice design

    - repetitive game play
    - enemy variety design is poor
    - some cheap 1 hit deaths from elements (lightning)
    - Cant aim down sights with guns

    avg game for me.    … Expand
  84. JGTyson
    Oct 27, 2017
    9
    An actual good Shock game since Bioshock 2, no thanks to Ken Levine. A modern SS2 without feeling too dumb down or casualized. More of a RPG than a shooter and slower paced than your typical AAA game.
  85. bonezone84
    Feb 24, 2018
    10
    Epic. All i have is love for this game. All the hate is rediculous. Brilliant game. Please do not listen to the haters with short attention spans.
  86. shepard86
    May 14, 2017
    10
    Prey is hella fun and at times overwhelming in its relative open world. You need to strategically manage inventory, suit, ammo, powers. Setting and story are intriguing, shape shifting rocks and fights can be anything from sneak one hit kills to brutal, stretched out battles. Quit whining and git good. Playing the different endings is amazing, despite minor issues with game crashes, givingPrey is hella fun and at times overwhelming in its relative open world. You need to strategically manage inventory, suit, ammo, powers. Setting and story are intriguing, shape shifting rocks and fights can be anything from sneak one hit kills to brutal, stretched out battles. Quit whining and git good. Playing the different endings is amazing, despite minor issues with game crashes, giving this a 10 to cancel out the d*ckhead zeroes.… Expand
  87. somma2000
    May 11, 2017
    10
    I love this game.

    Unlike many other current gen games it really rewards exploration, collecting items, upgrading your skills. I love that it takes hours until the whole gameplay mechanics are "revealed" and you get the hang of it. But it is not tedious to learn all that. In fact that is the most fun part of it. To discover all the cool stuff and ideas the devs have put in it. The amount    I love this game.

    Unlike many other current gen games it really rewards exploration, collecting items, upgrading your skills. I love that it takes hours until the whole gameplay mechanics are "revealed" and you get the hang of it. But it is not tedious to learn all that. In fact that is the most fun part of it. To discover all the cool stuff and ideas the devs have put in it. The amount of innovation in this game is incredible. It's such a breath of fresh air compared to the usual "go to this quest-marker, kill some monsters, collect some items" games.

    I also like the graphics, setting, style and survival horror feeling.

    It's the best game I've played in a while and it exceeded my expectations.    … Expand
  88. solipsism1
    May 11, 2017
    10
    You'd be doing yourself a huge disservice by not playing this game. This is a masterpiece and how it's getting weak reviews by some critics and reviewers proves that the gaming industry is becoming increasingly dumbed down.

    This is not your casual shooter - this is a sci-fi horror exploration RPG with shooter elements that combined work almost flawlessly. I understand that the game is    You'd be doing yourself a huge disservice by not playing this game. This is a masterpiece and how it's getting weak reviews by some critics and reviewers proves that the gaming industry is becoming increasingly dumbed down.

    This is not your casual shooter - this is a sci-fi horror exploration RPG with shooter elements that combined work almost flawlessly. I understand that the game is not perfect and there have been some bugs (including game breaking bugs), but these are extremely rare. I also understand that the guns aren't anything special, but combined with the unique spells, environment and music, it all works very, very well. What I'm incredibly excited for is the sequel to this game - if they can pull off the same great story and gameplay mechanics but just include more of everything (more guns, more spells, more NPCs, more exploration and more enemy variety) then that game will truly be a 10. As it stands, this game is sitting at a 9.5 for me. Oh, and PC is the only way to play this game. 60fps using mouse and keyboard are a dream.    … Expand
  89. Masterhummel
    May 6, 2017
    8
    Played the first four hours straight and in the end had to bring myself to stop playing.

    Prey is a pretty good adventure and a pretty bad shooter. As the lack of ironsights already suggests, conventional weapons are just one way to disable or kill enemies. It's as legitimate as the use of vending machines, hacking, nerf guns, enviroment or your old friend the explosive barrel.    Played the first four hours straight and in the end had to bring myself to stop playing.

    Prey is a pretty good adventure and a pretty bad shooter. As the lack of ironsights already suggests, conventional weapons are just one way to disable or kill enemies. It's as legitimate as the use of vending machines, hacking, nerf guns, enviroment or your old friend the explosive barrel.

    Graphics are mediocre but the atmosphere is spot on. No stylistic minimalism and holographic space magic but good old hard sci-fi with a huge portion of art deco. The comparisons to Bioshock are pretty legit if it comes to the art style.

    What made the game for me was the freedom. Before the main story even took off i explored the place for hours and powered my character up with some items i'm pretty sure where supposed to be not accessible for most of the people until a few more hours in. But you can absolutly get them if you put in the time and effort. It makes for a great feeling of progress and building up your character.

    In the end, if Prey is for you depends mainly on the question if you're looking for a shooter or an exploration game with strong emphasis on character development (in terms of gameplay). Get it for the latter.    … Expand
  90. Theeangryvegan
    May 12, 2017
    9
    This game, wow... seriously, don't listen to the crybaby, nitpicky reviews. This is the best thing since Bioshock or System Shock 2. I loved every minute I put into this game so far! Yes, it's not perfect, but it's really good at being what it is. It borrows from Half-Life, the Shock games, a little Deus Ex, a little Alien, mixes it all up and you get a nice fun experience. You can play itThis game, wow... seriously, don't listen to the crybaby, nitpicky reviews. This is the best thing since Bioshock or System Shock 2. I loved every minute I put into this game so far! Yes, it's not perfect, but it's really good at being what it is. It borrows from Half-Life, the Shock games, a little Deus Ex, a little Alien, mixes it all up and you get a nice fun experience. You can play it however you chose. It's a great game, really and truly!… Expand
  91. radiomean
    Jun 23, 2017
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Excellent game ... ignore all the negative reviews - it is obvious those ppl have not explored properly.
    Great mechanics and level-tree, combat is fine and the 'enemies' can be quite scary and challenging if not handled in the right way. Travel is neither too easy nor too difficult and the setting (even though it is an imaginary space-station) is believable and consistent. The story holds together even if the ending(s) are a little disappointed and truncated. IMO we are being set-up for a sequel - Prey 2 - which is a good thing! 9 or 10 ...    … Expand
  92. Kenanman
    May 7, 2017
    10
    Супер игра. Превосходеая атмосфера и графика. Мне игра очень сильна понравилась и я советую ее всем и даже тем кто не знаком с первой частью. Супер!!!
  93. naomha
    May 10, 2017
    9
    Prey is a solid action adventure title with great fps elements. If System Shock, Thief and Event Horizon had a baby this would be it! The tech trees are wonderful, the graphics extremely nice and the sound design is second to none. If you have a 5.1 or greater sound system I would highly advise you to use it. The sound is THAT good. All the systems in place work very well together. InPrey is a solid action adventure title with great fps elements. If System Shock, Thief and Event Horizon had a baby this would be it! The tech trees are wonderful, the graphics extremely nice and the sound design is second to none. If you have a 5.1 or greater sound system I would highly advise you to use it. The sound is THAT good. All the systems in place work very well together. In about 15 hours I've had ZERO issues with the game so far. In fact, I'd go so far as to say Prey (the reboot) is worthy of your time if you liked System Shock 2, Bioshock, Thief, Deus Ex or even Tomb Raider. A wonderful game and worthy of GotY awards for sure.… Expand
  94. Pabz
    May 6, 2017
    9
    Awesome, fun game. Excellent sci-fi action/thriller that takes inspiration from System Shock and other classics like Half-Life. Prey drips atmosphere, the space station setting is fantastic, the aesthetic is excellent. Soundtrack by Gordon is top notch, a lot of synths and bass but it fits perfectly into the world.

    Narrative and story is one of the better ones out there in recent times,    Awesome, fun game. Excellent sci-fi action/thriller that takes inspiration from System Shock and other classics like Half-Life. Prey drips atmosphere, the space station setting is fantastic, the aesthetic is excellent. Soundtrack by Gordon is top notch, a lot of synths and bass but it fits perfectly into the world.

    Narrative and story is one of the better ones out there in recent times, a lot of backstory to find through audio logs and text logs which builds the narrative wonderfully.

    Combat can be hit or miss (literally), especially early on, however, it does not take long to get used to it so control is never really a problem after the first hour or two. Some people may find Normal difficulty too hard, but I recommend starting on Normal. The shooting is serviceable, but combat is made more fun due to tech trees that need Neuromods to upgrade; these serve as unlocks that help you in combat or in finding secret areas (of which there are many), so there are always options in how to tackle enemies, or even dodge and stealth past enemies.

    Exploration is a huge part of this game and you will often find yourself side-tracked and exploring previously inaccessible areas. There is some backtracking, especially for side-quests, but that is something that has never bothered me: in fact, I love it. And it is worth backtracking or exploring every nook and cranny, as you will find a new weapon, more Neuromods, or weapon upgrade kits. It is also worth checking every computer, as many have side-quests hidden within their emails. All of this serves to make this a brilliant experience, one that will differ for everyone depending on how and if they stumble upon crazy side-quests hidden deep in Talos-1.

    Overall, excellent offering from Arkane, they did a great job. If you enjoy alternate histories, conspiracy theories, and anything sci-fi, Prey will not disappoint you.

    Great game. 9/10    … Expand
  95. Heisenberg93
    Sep 16, 2017
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Having loved the first, old Prey, my expectations on Arkane's Prey were conflicting: on one hand I was expecting an excellent game, on the other hand a game that would never have been special as the original. Surely, I loved what I've found.

    This Prey's plot is much richer than that of the original: it has an historical background, it has big plot twists and a better writing – palpable the imprint of Chris Avellone. Arkane changes shape, but not substance: a constant search for one's own identity. A path to be followed that will lead to ultimate destination: the discovery and definition of own nature. Who is Morgan Yu? Who do we want Morgan Yu to be? Not only this. Losing our memories can possibly change our opinions or positions on something we dealed differently? Probably. Maybe the most correct question is: what does it mean to be human? What is our place in the universe? A universe where aliens like Typhon can't feel empathy, but possess extraordinary powers. Almost like having to tight a blood pact, to get something sacrificing something else, but this is more for humans than for Typhon. Almost to say that if you want a great power, that great power will consume you till change what you are. Why? Because you can't get everything. Just like the old Prey, the meaning of this story, is that human being is not great and powerful as it likes to think. Ending plot twist is really a bomb; and even then you can make a choice. Choosing who or what "Morgan" ultimately wants to be.

    Prey's gameplay is most likely the gameplay that every game would have today if the golden age of video games would never ended. Many naive and younger players compare it to BioShock: no, Prey is better. In Prey you can complete missions, secondary quests, even before you receive the assignment itself. In Prey, thanks to the revolutionary Gloo gun, it's possible to reach many inaccessible places, thus creating true roads where there are not. In Prey, rubber darts launched with a crossbow, can be used to push buttons and open closed doors, or using the touchpad of a computer screen, thus acting as an indirect remote control. In Prey, almost all objects possess their own physics, can be launched and manipulated, environmental interactivity – as it should theoretically be for all modern games – is very high, free, experimentable. All Talos I is freely explorable, and the player can devote himself to recovering data and information in the station to find out its secrets. There are really a lot of roads to walk, and the player can chose which one is better to take. Very beautiful also sections with zero gravity, albeit somewhat confusing. In Prey, at least 3/4 of choices, both secondary and primary, affect the game by generating at least a dozen different finals. Enemies are various and have variable powers, some more lethal, others less. They have violent, fast and aggressive attitudes – a great artificial intelligence, in short. Thanks to alien powers, is possible to transform the character in common objects from the simplest to the most complex, in order to circumvent obstacles, hide or deceive the enemies. Level of challenge, even at "normal", is quite high: generally can be dead with 2 or 3 direct hits. All this, it's much, much more than a BioShock game. It's actually an old basic gameplay, worthy of a real video game, but still improved anyway, and the fact that it looks new today should make reflect on the differences in the gaming values of the past and of the present. Something got lost in time, but Prey recovers it and improves it.

    Graphically the game is very nice. It doesn't excel, but it doesn't need it either. Artistic steampunk, retrofuturistic and art déco design is very well done and beautiful. Too bad for some details, such as reflections on glass and mirrors, which unfortunately – like most modern games – are missing; it's fair to remember that in the old Prey, these details were present. Soundtrack is great, both Mick Gordon and Colantonio tracks are nice and fits game's atmosphere. Optimization works, but has problems: many bugs, a game that looks at the past this way, should also provide a better optimization, because once there were no reluctant day-one patches. Loading times get ridiculously too much long going forward in the game.

    This new Prey? I loved it. It founds its way, learning from the past and teaching to the present and future. Gameplay and true interactivity, challenge, plot and good thematics, graphic and much more. More games should be like Prey, and this is a fact not a personal taste. A game made (almost) all in the old good way. Sure, it's a different Prey if compared to the old one, but it's still a masterpiece, and I was the first not completely believing in it, but I had to admit its merits. Many won't understand it, others will compare it to BioShock, while Prey is much greater than BioShock. Only true gamers will know and appreciate the gem they found.    … Expand
  96. badgerryan19
    Jun 19, 2017
    8
    The reboot of the series that not many people were happy about. But the original E3 trailer I think got a lot of people interested. Then people played the demo and trashed it. But when they actually played the full game they actually rather enjoyed it so hey. Maybe the reboot wasn't a bad idea after all. Well that set aside I really liked the story here of suspense and mystery it reallyThe reboot of the series that not many people were happy about. But the original E3 trailer I think got a lot of people interested. Then people played the demo and trashed it. But when they actually played the full game they actually rather enjoyed it so hey. Maybe the reboot wasn't a bad idea after all. Well that set aside I really liked the story here of suspense and mystery it really builds up til the very end.… Expand
  97. wiipetsto
    Aug 30, 2017
    10
    This Game reminds me of a lot of other games. A singelplayer of the old school. A very very genius setting. A solid story and the Freedom to decide how to deal with situations. Take Bioshock, put in a little bit Systemshock and Half Life and you get e very good Game. The only problem, it is with about 30 hours playtime (if you do all the quests) a little bit short. And get the Pc versionThis Game reminds me of a lot of other games. A singelplayer of the old school. A very very genius setting. A solid story and the Freedom to decide how to deal with situations. Take Bioshock, put in a little bit Systemshock and Half Life and you get e very good Game. The only problem, it is with about 30 hours playtime (if you do all the quests) a little bit short. And get the Pc version trust me it is the better one....… Expand
  98. Callandor
    May 6, 2017
    10
    I'm loving every moment of this game. It reminds me of one of my favorite games of all time, system shock. I t runs great, looks awesome and the combat is super fun. The story is very engaging and makes me want to know more.
  99. MysticDingo
    May 8, 2017
    10
    (Mostly Spoiler Free):
    FUNCTIONALITY: I played this game on the PS4 with no significant problems. There were a couple of frame rate drops for maybe a second, but no longer. Other than that, the game runs really smoothly with no difficulties. Loading screens do take quite a while, however, each area is really large and require no extra loading screens. In other words, you may have to wait    (Mostly Spoiler Free):
    FUNCTIONALITY: I played this game on the PS4 with no significant problems. There were a couple of frame rate drops for maybe a second, but no longer. Other than that, the game runs really smoothly with no difficulties. Loading screens do take quite a while, however, each area is really large and require no extra loading screens. In other words, you may have to wait a couple minutes for an area to load, or to switch between areas, but once it has loaded, then that's it. I have never really waited longer than 2 minutes except when just starting up the game, and once the game is going, load times can vary from < or = to 2 minutes or so.
    GAMEPLAY/MECHANICS: Difficult, and I love it! There is no x-ray vision/wallhacks. Enemies are difficult to spot and deal with. Gunplay resembles that of older shooters instead of the mega twitchy COD style. The upgrades and powers are amazing and help power you up against relentless enemies. I won't go too deep into the powers and upgrades as I do not want to spoil anything, but it is important to note that there is no Exp in this game. Upgrades are gained by finding upgrade items in the world called Neuromods. Health does not regenerate from taking cover, instead, you will use health packs, food, or Medical Operators. There is a stamina bar which regenerates after melee attacks or sprinting. There are sneak mechanics and exploration is heavily rewarded. This is the type of game where you want to explore every corner, crawl under and into every space, pick up everything, interact with every computer/monitor/interface, and read every note/book capable of being read. The game also has space walk mechanics for when your character gains the ability to go EVA. Crafting is essential. (Mild spoiler) There are Recycler machines where you can plop in all your junk to turn it into resources and (sometimes) accompanying Fabrication machines where you will be able to fabricate anything from weapons, to ammo, to health, and even Neuromods, to name a few, but only provided that you have found the corresponding blueprints aka "Fabrication Plans." As far as alternate weapons go, you get a Gloo gun early on, which allows for interesting mechanics in combat and exploration. It was at this point that I started to see and think of this game as Half-Life 3 where you get a Gloo gun instead of a Gravity gun. In fact when it comes to ATMOSPHERE this game is very dark, scary, creepy, mysterious, and evokes memories of the Half-Life, Bioshock, and Dishonored series (no surprise there as Arkane studios is responsible for both Prey and Dishonored).
    GRAPHICS: The graphics and animations are good, not "super amazin!" but good, regardless of what the haters are saying. Honestly graphics are not nearly as important in a video game as people think imo. It is necessary for graphics to be good, but not every game needs to be excellent. I don't know how many really pretty games are out there that have terrible mechanics and gameplay, and how many game have horrible graphics but awesome mechanics and gameplay. The Graphics wont win awards, but they are fine.
    CONTENT: This game has a lot of stuff to explore, discover, and fight. Average play times range from 16 - 20 hours, and that's only if you set it on easy and rush through main quest objectives. You can easily spend more than double that if you take your time and pick your way through everything, collect every scrap of info, enter every hidden or blocked off area, and discover every secret. As for REPLAYABILITY, it's very high as you will not likely be able to do go and do everything as some things require certain upgrades, and you will be unable to upgrade every skill/power in a single playthrough.
    STORY: Very deep and intricate. There are plenty of twists and turns that I will not spoil, and the story is a total head trip. Very interesting and very rewarding. A wonderful spiritual successor to Half-Life!!!
    CUTSCENES: Non-existent, and that's a good thing. Too many games rely on cutscenes when in many cases they are completely unnecessary and immersion breaking. The "Cutscenes," in Prey resemble that of Half-Life, or even Skyrim, which is to say, you walk up to a character and actually talk with them. You do not break immersion to learn new information or to interact with a character. The closest thing to a "traditional" cutscene would be a situation where you watch a video file, of which there are plenty, on the "Looking Glass," screens, but you are watching these scenes through the first person pov of you character. Very immersive.
    CONCLUSION: I give this game a 10/10 and it is easily on the top of my list for GOTY. It's not an easy game, it doesn't hold your hand, and if you like games that practically play themselves, or ones where everything is simply given to you and take no skill or thought then you will probably hate Prey. But if you like games such as Half-Life, Bioshock, or Dishonored, then you will not be disappointed.    … Expand
  100. Tiscali
    May 6, 2017
    9
    Felling like playing Bioshock 1 and 2 with some mixture of Dishonored.
    One of the greatest openings in games I played so far. Grabs You and pushes You to play more and more. The soundtrack is great and makes really unique atmosphere of danger and mystery.
    This game proves that you don't need hyperrealistic graphics to make really stylish and good looking game. -1 for some minor 3D    Felling like playing Bioshock 1 and 2 with some mixture of Dishonored.
    One of the greatest openings in games I played so far. Grabs You and pushes You to play more and more. The soundtrack is great and makes really unique atmosphere of danger and mystery.

    This game proves that you don't need hyperrealistic graphics to make really stylish and good looking game.

    -1 for some minor 3D sound issues    … Expand
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 68 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 55 out of 68
  2. Mixed: 13 out of 68
  3. Negative: 0 out of 68
  1. Playstation Official Magazine Australia
    Jul 7, 2017
    90
    This is one of the cleverest games we’ve ever played. It constantly wows with many multiple solutions to almost every problem. If you have a talent for thinking outside the box, chances are Arkane is three steps ahead and ready to accommodate your lunacy. [July 2017, p66]
  2. Playstation Official Magazine UK
    Jun 24, 2017
    80
    While not the masterpiece it could have been, this imaginative, immersive sim provides an impressive, dense sandbox with plenty of exciting toys to play with. [July 2016, p.93]
  3. Games Master UK
    Jun 22, 2017
    78
    Harsh difficulty mars an otherwise engrossing sci-fi journey in a fascinating setting. [July 2017, p.76]
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