Rez Infinite

 PlayStation 4
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7.5

Generally favorable reviews- based on 213 Ratings

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  2. Mixed: 26 out of 213
  3. Negative: 43 out of 213
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  1. wesker2012
    May 2, 2018
    6
    Rez Infinite seems grossly over-rated when compared to the awesome selection of PSVR games available now but I guess the reason for the high ratings was because it was one of the first VR experiences that showed the potential of the medium. It seems very archaic and too simple in its design, art style, and gameplay. The visuals weren't amazing compared to games like Thumper; they wereRez Infinite seems grossly over-rated when compared to the awesome selection of PSVR games available now but I guess the reason for the high ratings was because it was one of the first VR experiences that showed the potential of the medium. It seems very archaic and too simple in its design, art style, and gameplay. The visuals weren't amazing compared to games like Thumper; they were just alright. The gameplay is very simple and pretty boring. Its more of a relaxing experience to have but I dont think it should receive a rave review at this time in the PSVR's cycle. There's other games that are a lot more immersive than this title. I was pretty disappointed with the game/experience even though I bought it for 50 percent off. It felt more like a very dated tech demo.… Expand
  2. NihiRagnarK
    Nov 17, 2016
    7
    Area X is marvelous. It is so sad that this game only contains only one new level exclusive for PSVR.
    Area 1-5 is good but not as good as Area X. I will only give a 6/10 or 7/10 for this old-school arcade game in 2016.
    I have also tried the game on TV mode and will guarantee you VR mode is a very different experience.
  3. mrnice
    Jun 17, 2020
    7
    It just feels old and last-gen. Child Of Eden was better on PS3. Only recommended at a discount and worth checking out only if you're a video game enthusiast.
  4. Nath6349
    Dec 11, 2016
    5
    This game is pretty overrated in my view. Each of the five main levels is enjoyable and the music is good. I completed most of them first try though and there is little replay value.

    Area X was billed as giving the player complete freedom and a new experience everytime, when in fact its not. You can now navigate the character but its easy to find the walls of this world, in the end    This game is pretty overrated in my view. Each of the five main levels is enjoyable and the music is good. I completed most of them first try though and there is little replay value.

    Area X was billed as giving the player complete freedom and a new experience everytime, when in fact its not. You can now navigate the character but its easy to find the walls of this world, in the end every playthrough is basically the same.

    The visuals and soundtrack are impressive and immersive, unfortunately the title is just too short and repetitive to make this game anything more than average.    … Expand
  5. B-Bog
    Apr 7, 2021
    7
    Well-executed rail shooter. Should have had checkpoints before the bosses, it's not fun to play through whole areas all over again just because you didn't catch on to the boss's patterns immediately on your first try.
  6. nw2010
    Apr 3, 2021
    4
    Graphics and sound interaction are interesting and after a little bit I got into the game.

    However, area 5 of the normal game is poorly designed. There's an easy section that takes about 5 minutes and is interesting the first time you go through it and then a boss fight split into multiple stages. Unfortunately you have to waste your time going through the easy section again to get to    Graphics and sound interaction are interesting and after a little bit I got into the game.

    However, area 5 of the normal game is poorly designed. There's an easy section that takes about 5 minutes and is interesting the first time you go through it and then a boss fight split into multiple stages. Unfortunately you have to waste your time going through the easy section again to get to the boss fight if you fail any of the 4+ stages of it, which made it feel like unnecessary grind.

    Area X is an enjoyable short additional piece to the game.

    Reasonably enjoyable, but no replay value from my personal point of view (although I appreciate lots of others would disagree).    … Expand
  7. R4Zi3L
    Nov 7, 2016
    10
    Masterpiece game in its glorious edition. Must buy for every PS4 user. Unending replayability with great visuals on screen and with a Playstation VR set.
  8. rdekoch
    Oct 25, 2016
    10
    I played the original on ps2 and love this version. It's in HD and VR compatible. It's not just a port of an old game. The levels don't look the same to me at all. There's also an additional mode that's included here that uses the same play mechanics and manages to feel just new enough. The visuals are great. This game is great with or without VR. Along with Thumper, this is really theI played the original on ps2 and love this version. It's in HD and VR compatible. It's not just a port of an old game. The levels don't look the same to me at all. There's also an additional mode that's included here that uses the same play mechanics and manages to feel just new enough. The visuals are great. This game is great with or without VR. Along with Thumper, this is really the most fun I've had with the PS4 in a long time. These 2 titles beat out all the other launch titles by being proper full length games with engaging mechanics. The negative reviews seem written without playing the game.… Expand
  9. brockcheese
    Jan 14, 2017
    9
    This is a very good rhythm based shooter with incredible graphics and art design. The world feels amazing in VR and goes to show the power of the new technology.
  10. PSVRfrank
    Dec 3, 2016
    9
    Upon finishing area 5 my entire body was trembling, shivers gliding up and down my spine, my hands sweaty from gripping the controller with all my strength, Rez changed me. What starts a simple beat grows into a beautiful orchestra of sound, with you as the conductor. It's a little expensive, but it’s worth it, I never had the chance to play Rez before, but it truly feels like this isUpon finishing area 5 my entire body was trembling, shivers gliding up and down my spine, my hands sweaty from gripping the controller with all my strength, Rez changed me. What starts a simple beat grows into a beautiful orchestra of sound, with you as the conductor. It's a little expensive, but it’s worth it, I never had the chance to play Rez before, but it truly feels like this is the best way to experience what was already a memorable game.… Expand
  11. Lluis83
    Oct 19, 2016
    9
    The game is fun to play, but is too short for the price, in 5-6 hours you have it completed.

    Also it is a pity that you can't purchase in shops(only in their site, and for more money plus sending costs) the physical edition of the game. All the lights and sounds are beautiful, especially the X-Area. It has been my first game to buy for VR and I have enjoyed. I haven't played Rez    The game is fun to play, but is too short for the price, in 5-6 hours you have it completed.

    Also it is a pity that you can't purchase in shops(only in their site, and for more money plus sending costs) the physical edition of the game.

    All the lights and sounds are beautiful, especially the X-Area. It has been my first game to buy for VR and I have enjoyed. I haven't played Rez before. I have played all game stand up and I didn't got sickness at all.    … Expand
  12. kch3691
    Dec 28, 2017
    7
    Rez: Infinite is a VR version of an old rhythm shooter. As far as adapting old games to this new medium Rez is a pretty good candidate. Seeing the levels in VR feels good and the one new level is the best part of the game.
  13. robert12344
    Oct 17, 2016
    10
    jogo é otimo , bela campanha , gráficos excelentes, ambientação extraordinária , multplayer primoroso, o melhor jogo da franquia. as avaliações ruins dos usuários abaixo é tudo dos sonystas chorões.

    game is actually really beautiful campaign, excellent graphics, extraordinary ambiance, exquisite multplayer, the best game of the franchise. the bad reviews of the users below is all the    jogo é otimo , bela campanha , gráficos excelentes, ambientação extraordinária , multplayer primoroso, o melhor jogo da franquia. as avaliações ruins dos usuários abaixo é tudo dos sonystas chorões.

    game is actually really beautiful campaign, excellent graphics, extraordinary ambiance, exquisite multplayer, the best game of the franchise. the bad reviews of the users below is all the sonystas whiners.    … Expand
  14. Liquidjoker
    Dec 5, 2016
    3
    I can not understand how someone would rate REZ with anything above a 3. The game is boring and all you do is lock on targets and let go of a button. Visually there is not much to like unless you enjoy wire-frame. This is one of the worst games for PSVR. Try the DEMO, see how bad it is, and ignore the bias reviews.
  15. TJ_Studio
    Sep 5, 2020
    0
    Never forget, never forgive!

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  16. MediaFreak
    Oct 13, 2016
    6
    If you've never played Rez before, where have you been, it was a brilliant dreamcast game.

    However, that was 16 years ago, and nothing seems to have really changed about this game since then to warrant it costing £25, i'm sure Rez HD on the xbox 360 was much cheaper than this. This is just a simple PS VR cash in, and not a very good one at that. Other than a lovely headache, there's    If you've never played Rez before, where have you been, it was a brilliant dreamcast game.

    However, that was 16 years ago, and nothing seems to have really changed about this game since then to warrant it costing £25, i'm sure Rez HD on the xbox 360 was much cheaper than this.

    This is just a simple PS VR cash in, and not a very good one at that. Other than a lovely headache, there's not really anything you get out of playing this in VR that you just get playing in on a normal tv with the lights off and the volume up.

    If you've purchased PS VR you want experience thing you can't experience by other means. Rez Infinite, you totally can, and have been able to for 16 years.

    It was a good, if not slightly overated game back in the dreamcast era, but games are alot better now    … Expand
  17. Menninkainen
    Dec 28, 2016
    1
    I had to create account just to review this game. I bought Rez Infinite as it has got so many good reviews. How disappointed I was! Basically all you have to do is to lock the target and shoot. The game mechanics are straight from 80's C64-games.

    Avoid this piece of turd.
  18. Vanderblade
    Jun 4, 2018
    9
    Rez has been remade a few times now since debuting on the Sega Dreamcast/PS2. It's still an amazing shooter, and it's best played in VR -- also features a made-for-VR final level.
  19. p1menta
    Apr 4, 2021
    7
    I wished i didnt have an idiot as a president, because this must be incredible in VR. Area X especially. Its gorgeous enough in the normal TV set, I can only imagine the wholesome experience with the VR goggles. But it was a pretty fun experience nonetheless.
  20. jeff2417
    Nov 9, 2016
    10
    One of my favorite games of all time has come to PS4 with enhanced graphics, game modes, and even PSVR and PS4 Pro support! Un-Flippin' believable. Perfect 60fps goodness where both PS2 and Dreamcast versions fell flat, smoother and more vibrant textures where RezHD (Xbox360 Downloadable title) didn't go the extra mile. Doesn't look like it's aged much at all, maintains its full bodyOne of my favorite games of all time has come to PS4 with enhanced graphics, game modes, and even PSVR and PS4 Pro support! Un-Flippin' believable. Perfect 60fps goodness where both PS2 and Dreamcast versions fell flat, smoother and more vibrant textures where RezHD (Xbox360 Downloadable title) didn't go the extra mile. Doesn't look like it's aged much at all, maintains its full body and flavor like a fine wine. On top of it all, they are only charging $29.99 for it on the PS store. Get this. Now. Why are you still here?… Expand
  21. Rewswiss
    Nov 14, 2016
    10
    Was ist Rez? Ein Ballergame wie Panzer Dragon? Ein Musikgame? Oder doch ein Geschicklichkeitsgame wie Loco Roco? Nein es ist alles zusammen. Auch hier treffen Videospiel und Kunst aufeinander und wieder scheiden sich die Geister. Aber warscheinlich ist es einfach seiner Zeit weit voraus gewesen. Könnt ihr euch noch daran erinnern, als Handys nur Telefone waren? Und heute sind sie vielWas ist Rez? Ein Ballergame wie Panzer Dragon? Ein Musikgame? Oder doch ein Geschicklichkeitsgame wie Loco Roco? Nein es ist alles zusammen. Auch hier treffen Videospiel und Kunst aufeinander und wieder scheiden sich die Geister. Aber warscheinlich ist es einfach seiner Zeit weit voraus gewesen. Könnt ihr euch noch daran erinnern, als Handys nur Telefone waren? Und heute sind sie viel mehr. Telefon, Musikplayer, Internetzugang uvm. Was das mit Rez zu tun hat? Es vereint Spiel mit Musik und Kunst und verbindet so anstatt Technik, Leidenschaft miteinander. "Rez" ist Rausch. Du fühlst die Musik, siehst die Sounds, wirst eins mit dem Spiel. "Rez" ist viel mehr als nur ein Game, es ist ein Zustand. Und jetzt in VR hat Rez seine eigentliche Bestimmung gefunden.… Expand
  22. SamReynolds
    Jan 2, 2017
    10
    What can be said about this game that hasn't already been said? While most people tend to focus on Area X as being the main draw, as someone who has loved REZ from the very first Dreamcast release (something I actually went to the trouble of importing in the states because the US version was a no-show) The title is the complete package in so many ways. Firstly, it's a much. Hire fidelityWhat can be said about this game that hasn't already been said? While most people tend to focus on Area X as being the main draw, as someone who has loved REZ from the very first Dreamcast release (something I actually went to the trouble of importing in the states because the US version was a no-show) The title is the complete package in so many ways. Firstly, it's a much. Hire fidelity experience than the HD re-release that came out for the Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3 a few years back, it supports PS4 Pro, it features unique vibrations support that amplifies the tactility of the musical side of things, and of course it is the most content complete and the most rewarding PlayStation VR experience out there. Some people balked at the 29.99 price point, but you would be doing yourself a disservice not to pick up this game. Rez Infinite is THE reason to own a PlayStation VR, and as it stands it is worth every penny.… Expand
  23. Nox_Arcana
    Mar 5, 2017
    10
    Rez Infinite es la excusa perfecta para soltar tu dinero en unas PS VR. Diseño artístico genial y muy bien cuidado. Un "must have" que la realidad virtual necesita en su catalogo.
  24. metabenz
    May 1, 2017
    10
    Rez (Area x) is one of the most immersive vr experiences you will ever have. This is a must buy. Even if this is not your kind of game you would normally go for, try it, it's amazing.
  25. pacific1
    Feb 7, 2019
    8
    I've played Rez a couple times before without vr but it is definitely worth playing again in VR. Very cool.
  26. chr1so
    Oct 4, 2021
    9
    Mad soundtrack & good use of VR.
    Wouldn't say it's highly replayable but fun while it lasts
  27. XV_
    Dec 31, 2021
    8
    Awakening

    Cryptic and brief the plot is, what I could recall is that in an unspecified time in the future the world has become overpopulated by humans, and for this reason, humans have kind of migrated to a virtual place that is not called the internet but it's basically the internet, and for unspecified reasons the rate of crime has been increasing in an alarming rate. To retaliate    Awakening

    Cryptic and brief the plot is, what I could recall is that in an unspecified time in the future the world has become overpopulated by humans, and for this reason, humans have kind of migrated to a virtual place that is not called the internet but it's basically the internet, and for unspecified reasons the rate of crime has been increasing in an alarming rate. To retaliate this crime symptom, humans developed the Project-K system to take care of this issue, the system it's managed by Eden, the most advanced A.I. ever created, many assume that it has developed self-consciousness of some sort, however, given the flow and speed of information Eden needs to process it has become overwhelmed by it, and because of its presumable self-awareness, it is starting to shut itself down. The objective of the game is for you (an unspecified floating body that shoots projectiles and can evolve into "higher" forms) to travel to the core and find what is going on with Eden.

    Creative State

    Rez Infinite's gameplay is at its core mainly an on-rails shooter, you start as a humanoid body flying in Matrix-like stages filled with conceptual enemies and places, you can't move your character but you can rotate your aim to a full 360 degrees, you can also shoot many of the projectiles thrown at you to avoid damage. Unlike many shooters where you have to be more precise when shooting, in Rez it's preferred to lock on enemies (maximum of 8) and let the trigger go to "kill" them with some manner of rhythm, this leads us to one of the key selling aspects of Rez, it's music. Each of the stages of Rez features a unique track by a different musician, all of their songs are unique but felt part of the same universe. At the beginning of each stage you start with only the barebone rhythm of the music, maybe just a bass beat to go along, but as you defeat more enemies and fill your evolution gauge (basically your health bar) the music starts to gain more complexity, along with that the vibration of your control that has been exquisitely calibrated to go with the rhythm as well, so it's impossible to even for a rhythmless person like me not enter in a semi-trance state and to the very least tap your feet at music's compass, so the better you play the game rewards you with a better ambiance to keep playing well. I can't think of many games that achieve this feat, only a handful of them, and half of them are by the same creator, so he knows how to infuse music into your brain. Rez Infinite synergy between music, senses, and gameplay is nothing short of genius.

    Contrary to many shooters, the difficulty isn't punishing (although losing means starting from the beginning of the stage) but, I don't think the challenge was what they were looking for, after all, there is an option to play every stage without worrying yourself to get in a failure state and just relax and have a trance session of some sorts. To trade-in for the easy difficulty, the game offers several modes and challenges that add to its replay value, things like “if you hit X quantity of enemies you’ll be rewarded certain mode”. Given that it has a brief campaign (around 2 hours depending on your shooting skills) it’s possible to unlock a mode where you play all the stages but in a single run, meaning that if you lose to the final boss, you’ll have to start from the beginning, as stated, Rez isn’t a hard game by shooter standards but this will add up some challenge or a perfect excuse to play its addictive gameplay.

    Creation The State of Art

    For this re-release, a new stage called ‘Area X’ was developed that serves as some type of follow-up to the original base game. It features PS4 gen visuals instead of PS2 so it looks pretty pretty (the original game looks beautiful but, you get it), it also has a fairly new control scheme where it’s possible to move around the void and follow enemies or run away from them. To me, what makes Area X quite good is its music, composed by Hydelic, it is more in the vein of Genki Rockets work on Child of Eden (a sequel (maybe) for Rez) and, it appeals more to my current musical sensibilities and tastes, it is a brief experience but, it captures and enhances the “Rez” experience quite well.

    Starlight Infinite

    At first glance, Rez Infinite might look like a pretty game with not much depth in its waters. But looks may be deceitful as it has some things to say within its cryptic narrative and, also from a mechanical point of view it is truly marvelous with all its creative and artistic decisions. Its difficulty and the short campaign will surely be a letdown for some but, making that aside, it is a truly wonderful experience that is hard to find elsewhere. It is the perfect game to enjoy on a Thursday evening after a busy day, just you, maybe a beverage or another type of funky thing, and the ever-growing as it was living being beating of the rhythm.    … Expand
  28. sebastianali
    Apr 22, 2021
    4
    I have to be honest... I never understand the love. The music and graphics were great, but the gameplay is just mediocre (although to be fair very few "art games" have good gameplay, the focus is always in the artstyle). You have to lock on on the targets instead of actual shooting, and the controls for doing this feels so clunky, and you dont even had to follow the rythm to win, just beI have to be honest... I never understand the love. The music and graphics were great, but the gameplay is just mediocre (although to be fair very few "art games" have good gameplay, the focus is always in the artstyle). You have to lock on on the targets instead of actual shooting, and the controls for doing this feels so clunky, and you dont even had to follow the rythm to win, just be quick to alternate between lock on and release the button or mashing it like crazy. In boss battles this is even worse because sometimes you can get shoot by behind and thats cheap. Is like they combined a 2d rail shooter using the 3d enviroment to the actual gameplay and it doesnt feel well. Also later stages doesnt introduces new mechanics and feels repetitive, along with the story, that haved potential to be interesting, but just ends.
    The game also have so much lack of content to be so expensive (on PS4 at least). Sure, you have a lot of game modes, but some of them are just the same as the adventure, just with a score or slighty changes. Also, no coop multiplayer? Thats a shame for an arcade style game.
    On dreamcast i can forgive all of its flaws maybe, because is more like a novelty/experimental game on a very old hardware, but the other newer ports is the same thing, just with better graphics.
    I also was hopping that Area X saved the game because all people said that was the best part and it feels unique and a masterpiece... But i wasnt so impressed. Sure, the visuals were excellent, but the mode took like 10 minutes and the gameplay i think is even worse because you can move it, but the mechanics are still the same, it doesnt feel like a well translation to 3d. Also, is very easy to hit invisible walls and much more when you going backwards. There´s no clearly indication of the game limits. I prefer much more the normal game mode, because at least you dont have to move a character.
    Oh, and something i forget to said is that you cant change the crosshair sensibility, it would help A LOT.
    So.... yeah... Rez Infinite... not that great. It could be okay, but it ends being pretty bad. Even the graphics that are one of the highlight of the game werent that great either because the draw distance is very low and all of the objects are low poly basic forms that looks like if it was the first 3d game ever made.
    If i was reviewing this game for the PS2 or the Sega Dreamcast i could give it a 5/10. But Rez for the PS4 gets 4/10!
    Well, at least is better than Journey just because there´s actual gameplay.    … Expand
  29. FRIST_008
    Feb 14, 2022
    5
    Почему у игры такая высокая оценка? Мув во время игры если вы его не правильно держали вначале имеет неадекватное позиционирование. Музыка ни о чём. Геймплей кликер. Геймплея 1ч. Что это такое???
  30. lantius
    Sep 11, 2022
    1
    Played it for 20 minutes. I don't see much value in the game. It looks like a space invaders , just moving across this virtual space while you aim and destroy the enemies.
  31. dj188nl
    Nov 7, 2021
    8
    it is my first music game that i played.I love it is the best. pretty difficult

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#5 Best PS4 Game of 2016
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Metascore
89

Generally favorable reviews - based on 47 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 47 out of 47
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 47
  3. Negative: 0 out of 47
  1. Post Arcade (National Post)
    Jan 24, 2017
    85
    What really impresses me about Rez Infinite, though, is that its immersive cacophony of light and music often manages to pull me out of the physical realm so completely that I find myself forgetting meatspace even exists. That’s what VR is all about, really. Losing yourself in another world.
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  2. CD-Action
    Jan 12, 2017
    90
    Interactions between visual effects, electronic soundtrack and player’s attacks are almost narcotic when you play Rez Infinite using PS VR. [13/2016, p.77]
  3. Edge Magazine
    Dec 14, 2016
    90
    Rez Infinite is 15 years old, and the best VR game of 2016. [Christmas 2016, p.116]
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