Psycho-Pass: Mandatory Happiness

 PlayStation 4
Metascore
72

Mixed or average reviews - based on 26 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 14 out of 26
  2. Mixed: 11 out of 26
  3. Negative: 1 out of 26
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  1. Digitally Downloaded
    Sep 19, 2016
    100
    It isn’t just a rare example of a fantastic anime game but feels like a re-imagining that is, in some respects, superior to the source material. Poignant and dense, Mandatory Happiness is a game that will require additional runs to absorb but only one to be endlessly captivated.
  2. NZGamer
    Sep 21, 2016
    85
    Visual novels rarely come as deep and thought provoking as this one.
  3. Areajugones
    Sep 14, 2016
    85
    Psycho-Pass: Mandatory Happiness is a great introduction for the players that are not used to the visual novel genre. Its story has some Minority Report elements and it is without a doubt the strongest aspect of the game.
  5. Eurogamer Italy
    Sep 26, 2016
    80
    Psycho-Pass is a stunning visual novel. Faithful to the anime, entertains the user thanks to the excellent cast of characters and storyline full of twists.
  6. TheSixthAxis
    Sep 26, 2016
    80
    Whether you’ve been a fan of Psycho-Pass for years, or you hadn’t even heard of the series until you saw this review, Mandatory Happiness is well worth checking out. Though you can play it as a newcomer, it’s a far more rewarding experience if you’ve watched the anime.
  7. Meristation
    Sep 23, 2016
    80
    Psycho-Pass: Mandatory Happiness is a nice visual novel game based on the anime series. Its story and new characters make an interesting title which probably will get further attention from the series fans and also visual novel fans.
  8. Multiplayer.it
    Sep 18, 2016
    80
    Mandatory Happiness is a visual novel faithful to the original Psycho-Pass anime, a real spin-off episode that every gamer could enjoy. The game also represents an interesting anticipation of what the anime has to offer to those who haven't seen the first season yet.
  9. SpazioGames
    Sep 10, 2016
    80
    Psycho-Pass: Mandatory Happiness has to be considered in all respects as an alternative episode of the animated series, as it embodies its spirit, through a narrative imbued of the themes that made it famous.
  10. Twinfinite
    Sep 9, 2016
    80
    For the most part, Mandatory Happiness is a Psycho-Pass game made specifically for Psycho-Pass fans. The story has no real bearing on the overall plot of the series, but it definitely adds a lot to the compelling universe, and even provides useful explanations for some lore points brought up in the TV show (hyper oats, anyone?). Mandatory Happiness is a great supplement to the already fantastic Psycho-Pass story.
  11. RPG Fan
    Sep 9, 2016
    80
    A little more love could've made Mandatory Happiness an essential visual novel, but as it stands, it's still a pretty good cyberpunk adventure.
  12. Impulsegamer
    Oct 12, 2016
    78
    Ultimately, I liked Psycho-Pass: Mandatory Happiness and that is not something I expected from the outset.
  13. Wccftech
    Sep 30, 2016
    75
    Established fans of Psycho-Pass can revel in spending another few hours with their favorite characters and might even be considered a mandatory assignment for those interested in the CID.
  14. Everyeye.it
    Sep 20, 2016
    75
    A deep plot and dramatic, and interesting characters, make Psycho-Pass: Mandatory Happiness a must-have for any fans of the original series and of visual novels.
  15. PlayStation LifeStyle
    Sep 12, 2016
    75
    It could be argued that Psycho-Pass: Mandatory Happiness is not, in a traditional sense, a game, but even so it’s unbelievably entertaining. Story gamers will be in heaven, and fans of the anime are sure to find it just as delightful. I’ve never even seen the anime and I definitely found my own happiness within the stories I experienced.

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6.7

Mixed or average reviews- based on 38 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 21 out of 38
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 38
  3. Negative: 10 out of 38
  1. DrSHREEVEERA
    Sep 22, 2016
    10
    Psycho pass on the PS VITA or PS4 is a delightful Visual Novel that has to be experienced by every owner of especially VITA whether a fan ofPsycho pass on the PS VITA or PS4 is a delightful Visual Novel that has to be experienced by every owner of especially VITA whether a fan of the anime series or not.
    I give this game a perfect score mainly because the game does a great job sticking closely to the theme of the Anime with extremely likeable cast of characters who feel very familiar to the fans of the series. I definitely recommend you guys to at least watch the first 8 episodes of season 1 before diving into the game. It's not mandatory but this would surely make you love the awesome characters even more.
    The main hook for playing this game is definitely not the gameplay aspects as there is hardly any interaction apart from making some tough psychological choices that's sure to test your humanity all the while questioning what HAPPINESS actually means. Hope to see a sequel for this in the future.
    If you guys love either of these games mentioned below, you will surely have a great time playing PSYCHO PASS mandatory happiness-
    1. Steins Gate
    2. Danganronpa series
    3. Xblaze series Collapse    … Full Review »
  2. thewilder
    Sep 17, 2016
    2
    As a fan of the show and Gen Urobuchi, I expected something great, something thoughtful, something... unique. This game offers nothing asAs a fan of the show and Gen Urobuchi, I expected something great, something thoughtful, something... unique. This game offers nothing as such. Story is beyond lame; redundant monologues, useless scenes and cheap voiceless characters make progress devious and boring.
    The antagonist is the same-boring, uninteresting and most of all: not evil.
    To add insult to the injury, Nisamerica butchered the game even further by removing the OP from the game. Why? I don't know. Tried to reach out to them but obviously got ignored.

    The only reason I gave this a 2 is the awesome voice acting. But other than that, the whole game is a painful read. Hell, even the trophies are bugged, completed the game and still have nothing.

    If you like Psycho-Pass, trust me, and avoid this cr*p like the plage!    … Full Review »
  3. Letiste-Gaming
    Sep 17, 2016
    8
    Aun sin ser fan del anime, estamos ante una novela visual de una calidad altísima, que por desgracia no puede mirar a las mas grandes debidoAun sin ser fan del anime, estamos ante una novela visual de una calidad altísima, que por desgracia no puede mirar a las mas grandes debido sobre todo a la falta de interactividad por parte del jugador (le hubiera beneficiado mas minijuegos o partes jugables, como conducción por poner un ejemplo).

    Si sois fans del anime, lanzaos de cabeza a por el, ya que esta muy bien realizado y la historia que cuenta complementa la del anime. Sino, si os gustan las Visual Novel aquí tenéis una con una historia muy original y profunda que os dejara con ganas de mas. Recomendado.    … Full Review »
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