Scarlet Nexus

 PlayStation 4
User Score
8.1

Generally favorable reviews- based on 112 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 86 out of 112
  2. Mixed: 12 out of 112
  3. Negative: 14 out of 112
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  1. SpartaCook
    Jun 28, 2021
    4
    What a piece of **** of a game. I've played ton and ton of action games and this garbage had one of the worst control. Everything has awkward input delay. Dodging is the only defense mechanic but you can't cancel any unnecessary flashy over the top animation you have input, and guess what, enemies hit like a truck with zero telegraph attacks. The game is harder than it should not becauseWhat a piece of **** of a game. I've played ton and ton of action games and this garbage had one of the worst control. Everything has awkward input delay. Dodging is the only defense mechanic but you can't cancel any unnecessary flashy over the top animation you have input, and guess what, enemies hit like a truck with zero telegraph attacks. The game is harder than it should not because it's hard but because the stupid gameplay mechanic and dumb control. What an utterly garbage.… Expand
  2. BallzyDan
    Jul 28, 2021
    3
    Fun combat, less than mediocre everything else. Story never peaked my interest and I disliked the art style right away. I liked the gameplay at first, the mini map was doing a good up until I got the museum ruins and I needed to find key cards. I looked everywhere I had access to and found nothing so I gave up as I wasnt in to the story. I also disliked when in combat some times, that aFun combat, less than mediocre everything else. Story never peaked my interest and I disliked the art style right away. I liked the gameplay at first, the mini map was doing a good up until I got the museum ruins and I needed to find key cards. I looked everywhere I had access to and found nothing so I gave up as I wasnt in to the story. I also disliked when in combat some times, that a shield would go up around the perimeter of the fight area. I reached player level 25 and had to fight enemies at level 50 at times. I think this game would have been a hit in 2015 but is kinda lame at this point. Pass… Expand
  3. madterps
    Jan 7, 2022
    3
    Don't believe the hype. This game is the generic arena fighter with some special ability and the enemies are not even that varied. The running away level sucked major ass due to the stupid switch in game and the plotline is trash. Who would team up with someone who offed your dad? Nobody sane.

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#25 Best PS4 Game of 2021
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#20 Most Discussed PS4 Game of 2021

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Metascore
80

Generally favorable reviews - based on 12 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 11 out of 12
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 12
  3. Negative: 0 out of 12
  1. GameCritics
    Sep 28, 2021
    80
    Scarlet Nexus is one of the most surprising releases of the year for me thanks to a bombastic combat style and storytelling. I enjoyed my time in the OSF and look forward to flinging more big rigs into unsuspecting enemies soon.
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  2. RPGamer
    Jul 29, 2021
    80
    Scarlet Nexus is an easy recommendation for anyone looking for an exciting action RPG. Though the narrative is varied in its effectiveness, it still complements the rest of the game effectively. Dazzlingly stylish with a superb combat system, Scarlet Nexus is a memorable new title that is huge fun to play throughout. As a new IP, Scarlet Nexus should be considered a great success with lots of potential going forward.
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  3. New Game Network
    Jul 12, 2021
    78
    Scarlet Nexus succeeds largely on the back of its engaging gameplay. Bandai Namco have crafted an excellent combat engine that lets you run wild with power. The characters could have used some sprucing up, and the repetition of the environments is disappointing, but the framework of a future franchise is here.
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