Shadow of the Colossus

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  1. C3realkillah
    Feb 6, 2018
    10
    A masterpiece reborn

    Ever since i heard shadow of The colossus was getting a remake i was overjoyed. I've played it on ps2, loved the remaster and now im able to play the remake of one the best action titles ever created. I couldn't be happier that this remake happened.The graphics, sound,  everything has been remade running on a brand new game engine entirely. The colosi and    A masterpiece reborn

    Ever since i heard shadow of The colossus was getting a remake i was overjoyed. I've played it on ps2, loved the remaster and now im able to play the remake of one the best action titles ever created. I couldn't be happier that this remake happened.The graphics, sound,  everything has been remade running on a brand new game engine entirely. The colosi and environments have been overloaded with amazing detail and the world feels very alive despite the quieting emptiness of it. With detailed texture work and lighting this game looks absolutely gorgeous. It's also butter smooth hardly ever dropping frames even when giant colossi are thrashing about. The story has been left untouched retaining the same emotional journey the original offered. No new colosi or extra story but Everything else however has been improved to the MAX. Bluepoint games did a phenomenal job of remaking this classic. ID even go as far to say this surpasses the original and is one of if not the best game remakes ever created. A masterpiece has been made even better i can't wait to see what bluepoint games does next. Absolutely incredible job. 10/10    … Expand
  2. StarPlatinum47
    Feb 7, 2018
    10
    Un juego 10/10 que no debe faltar en tu colección, excelentes gráficos, mantiene la jugabilidad de PS2, Banda sonora destacable, etc. Sinceramente. estamos ante la presencia de uno de los mejores Remake hasta la fecha, totalmente recomendado, si te gusta esta saga.
  3. Monstar66
    Feb 11, 2018
    10
    Shadow of the Colossus is the gaming equivalent of art house cinema. Therefore, this is not a game for those who do not appreciate art, nor those who do not experiment with games outside their comfort zone. I for one am in admiration of this 2018 remake of Shadow of the Colossus. A masterpiece.
  4. MzMazzaire
    Feb 6, 2018
    10
    Quite easily the best version of SotC I can possibly find, hands down. Its remade visuals just screams godlike all over the place, I swear!

    Seriously, go buy and play this game, even if you already had PS2 original and/or the PS3 re-release!
  5. VigilantTiger
    Feb 7, 2018
    10
    Even though a lot of the problems that exist in the original - bad camera work, unintuitive controls - it really drove home the feeling of it being that game we all loved when we were younger. It felt the same, but better at the same time. Better graphics are obviously a huge plus. This is how the game was supposed to be made back on ps2 but was never able to be. The magnitude of theEven though a lot of the problems that exist in the original - bad camera work, unintuitive controls - it really drove home the feeling of it being that game we all loved when we were younger. It felt the same, but better at the same time. Better graphics are obviously a huge plus. This is how the game was supposed to be made back on ps2 but was never able to be. The magnitude of the colossi, the sheer size of the map, the challenging navigation through various diverse and distinct areas make this game such a pleasure to play. Furthermore the fact that there really is only “1” character makes the play through an introspection of self and really allows for the character to be connected to personally. In an age where games like Destiny 2, FFXIV, Dragon Age, Monster Hunter World etc are all about jam packing goodies and millions of things to do into it, the lack of things to do, and the main point of the game are all heightened because of that. Enjoy the scenery, which include the colossi just as much as the physical world, to the fullest extent. A true masterpiece - especially for a remake/master whatever you wanna call it.… Expand
  6. JKekaNVKZ
    Feb 7, 2018
    10
    It’s amazing, I played this game a first time in my life... How I can miss this game early??! Great atmosphere, great feelings of giant colosses, music, light.. Great remaster! Thank You Sony, Thank You Blue Point!!!
  7. MAFIAxMaverick
    Feb 6, 2018
    10
    Honestly, this is the perfect remaster. It looks amazing while feeling exactly the same as it did with a dualshock 2 in my 13 year old hands. All the visual upgrades are just outstanding (PS4 pro). The music is still phenomenal. And battling the colossi all over again makes me just as giddy as it did when I was a kid. I think it's a tad overpriced for what it is, especially as there was anHonestly, this is the perfect remaster. It looks amazing while feeling exactly the same as it did with a dualshock 2 in my 13 year old hands. All the visual upgrades are just outstanding (PS4 pro). The music is still phenomenal. And battling the colossi all over again makes me just as giddy as it did when I was a kid. I think it's a tad overpriced for what it is, especially as there was an HD upgrade on the PS3. Can we get an Ico remaster please?… Expand
  8. Chell210
    Feb 10, 2018
    10
    I just don't know if kids who were born when the original PS2 version came out 13 years ago would love this or hate it. It is technically an open world game, but the world is small and picturesque, and there is nothing but the core concept at work: use your sword and bow to kill 16 gigantic monster bosses. Other than tracking down and eliminating these beasts, which are platforming puzzlesI just don't know if kids who were born when the original PS2 version came out 13 years ago would love this or hate it. It is technically an open world game, but the world is small and picturesque, and there is nothing but the core concept at work: use your sword and bow to kill 16 gigantic monster bosses. Other than tracking down and eliminating these beasts, which are platforming puzzles unto themselves, there are no side missions, no XP, no skill tree, no NPCs to talk to, no crafting, no weapon mods...hell, there are no smaller enemies to dispatch as you traverse the beautiful landscape. The experience is lush in atmosphere and intrigue (not to mention graphics and audio) but minimalist in pretty much every other regard and hearkens back to the end of a simpler digital entertainment era where you got the whole game, up front, on the disc...and the experience was complete, polished, and innovative. I only had to play an hour to know that the rest of this game is amazing because I had the PS2 version, which I also loved, and the people who made this must've loved the 2005 original as well. One of my great shames in gaming history is reaching the last colossus in the PS2 version but never beating it. I did buy the PS3 version, which is a simple upscale/remaster job (and included ICO) but didn't have time for it when so much good current-gen stuff was coming out. But after encountering, and besting, the first monster in this newly built PS4 remake (just the same way I beat him 13 years ago on my old CRT TV), I was smiling uncontrollably. I'm playing on a stock PS4 and the graphics are amazing, the frame rate is buttery smooth, and the main character no longer feels heavy and sluggish, straining against the constraints of old hardware. Will the CoD/2K/GTA/PUBG kids get it? I don't know, but I hope they do give this a try, because it's still a piece of unique, essential gaming.… Expand
  9. PSz
    Feb 6, 2018
    10
    Expect this to be flooded with purist trolls that wiil make companies question if there's a reason to make remakes. THANK YOU HARDCORE GAMER NECKBEARS
  10. iliasapos
    Feb 6, 2018
    10
    One of the besy remakes of the last years!!
    Technically perfect and sublime
    Bluepoint games are a the best remake studio in the world!!
  11. stryder26
    Feb 7, 2018
    10
    An outstanding game. Congratulations to Bluepoint for making an already masterpiece into a legend.
    The game remains magnificent, for the older gamers like myself it ia a must buy the graphics are brilliant and the gameplay as smooth as ever.
    You cannot imagine how good it is, i'll keep it spoiler free PLEASE GIVE IT A TRY. For the newcomers it is a game that you need to play, however    An outstanding game. Congratulations to Bluepoint for making an already masterpiece into a legend.
    The game remains magnificent, for the older gamers like myself it ia a must buy the graphics are brilliant and the gameplay as smooth as ever.
    You cannot imagine how good it is, i'll keep it spoiler free PLEASE GIVE IT A TRY.

    For the newcomers it is a game that you need to play, however it is not for everyone it is a harsh adventure that needs time and devotion, if you expect something like GTA or Elder scrolls type of game that it is not for you. The action is limited and the environment quite empty but that is the purpose in order to put you in the situation Wander is ( the protagonist )

    Mark my words friends Shadow of the Colossus can still Shadow every game out there.    … Expand
  12. techtronics
    Feb 7, 2018
    10
    Shadow of the Colossus is a masterpiece. Completely original. Artisitically perfect. Emotional. Even without the incredibly satisfying, creative, and enjoyable battles, the experience of just running around the atmospheric world on the horse is heart-swelling. I wish I could go there. The only fault is sometimes clumsy and frustrating horse controls, but even then it's for the sake ofShadow of the Colossus is a masterpiece. Completely original. Artisitically perfect. Emotional. Even without the incredibly satisfying, creative, and enjoyable battles, the experience of just running around the atmospheric world on the horse is heart-swelling. I wish I could go there. The only fault is sometimes clumsy and frustrating horse controls, but even then it's for the sake of realistic feel. Playing this beautiful game has enriched my life. I wish I could personally thank the developers.… Expand
  13. painsennin123
    Feb 10, 2018
    10
    One of the best game of the year. The game has many lessons and even morality that make us think and worth learning.
  14. MattAzzop
    Feb 8, 2018
    10
    Having never played this game before i didnt understand the hype. Now I do. My god what an amazing game!!!
  15. Molag-Bal
    Feb 7, 2018
    10
    What can i say that everyone has not said already. This game is beyond amazing and is a timeless classic.
  16. Lanterna
    Feb 6, 2018
    10
    Joguei no ps2 e era fantástico agora fico perfeito ,um dos melhores jogos de todos os tempos
  17. hichaman
    Feb 6, 2018
    10
    I haven't beat yet. it looks fantastic, one of the greatest games ever made!

    Haters go back to your Cross boxes, and dwitche pieces of plastic.. leave PS awesome games alone!
  18. BSchwarz95
    Dec 29, 2018
    8
    I went into this game with high hopes but little expectations as I did not know what sort of game I was picking up. Undeniably, this is a beautiful game in narrative and art design, but the controls really hold this game back from being truly great for me. It really is a great experience but since there are more than a dozen Colossi and a large open world to venture across each time, theI went into this game with high hopes but little expectations as I did not know what sort of game I was picking up. Undeniably, this is a beautiful game in narrative and art design, but the controls really hold this game back from being truly great for me. It really is a great experience but since there are more than a dozen Colossi and a large open world to venture across each time, the controls are extremely noticeable and although I haven't played the original, I can't imagine it can possibly be too worse than how this handles. I'd like to go back and play this again, but the controls are going to take some overcoming again.… Expand
  19. GamergodsFail
    Dec 22, 2018
    9
    This remake to one of the best games ever is exceptional. Bluepoint Games did a very fine job recreating the world with their own engine and assets. With the updated graphics and new controls, this is the definitive way to experience the game for those who missed out on it the first time.
  20. DrZomboid
    Jan 25, 2019
    9
    Master piece with clumsy controls/camera/horse. They must make sequel, easy task.
  21. abekdd
    Feb 16, 2019
    9
    Este remake de la obra original de Fumito Ueda nos recuerda los motivos por los que Shadow of the Colossus puso sobre la mesa en 2005 un debate que aún sigue vigente: ¿Son los videojuegos un arte? Desde luego, y más ante exponentes como este, la respuesta es un rotundo sí. En la piel de Wander, nos adentraremos a lomos de Agro en una vasta tierra prohibida donde tendremos que cumplir unaEste remake de la obra original de Fumito Ueda nos recuerda los motivos por los que Shadow of the Colossus puso sobre la mesa en 2005 un debate que aún sigue vigente: ¿Son los videojuegos un arte? Desde luego, y más ante exponentes como este, la respuesta es un rotundo sí. En la piel de Wander, nos adentraremos a lomos de Agro en una vasta tierra prohibida donde tendremos que cumplir una complicadísima misión. Para ello nos serviremos únicamente de nuestra espada, quien nos servirá de guía para acabar con los gigantescos seres a los que tendremos que dar fin. Su jugabilidad única sumada a una historia que atrapa desde el primer momento y una banda sonora inolvidable hacen de Shadow of the Colossus una obra atemporal que roza la excelencia en todos sus apartados.… Expand
  22. Archound
    Jan 26, 2019
    8
    Boss fights are not equally fun and engaging. It's great that the game focuses only on one aspect, but it is not top-notch quality. Still, a must play.
  23. network_scroll
    Jan 14, 2019
    8
    Время игры: 5 часов
    Примечание: пройдена полностью на нормальном уровне.
  24. trarantino
    Dec 29, 2018
    8
    Игра шидевр! Просто лучшая игра всех времён и народов. Какая графика, какой графон!
  25. mainstreamkid
    Feb 19, 2019
    8
    At first, I wasn't enjoying Shadow of Colossus all that much. I found the gameplay mechanics not all that intuitive and the overall aesthetic of the game seemed a little bit outdated, despite it having some great next-gen looking elements to it.

    But its epic battles, its outstanding soundtrack and its bold ending completely won me over. Shadow Of The Colossus was a great game back    At first, I wasn't enjoying Shadow of Colossus all that much. I found the gameplay mechanics not all that intuitive and the overall aesthetic of the game seemed a little bit outdated, despite it having some great next-gen looking elements to it.

    But its epic battles, its outstanding soundtrack and its bold ending completely won me over.

    Shadow Of The Colossus was a great game back when it was released 12 years ago, and I'm glad it was able to be as great of a game now.    … Expand
  26. SamComedian
    Feb 24, 2019
    8
    Mi puntuación sobre Shadow of the Colossus es de 8, me explico;
    La duración es algo escasa, en mi caso rozó las 10 horas ( 10h y 6min ). La trama cuenta la historia de un chico que ha hecho un pacto con un espíritu llamado Dormin, el cual le ha prometido que de vencer a 16 colosos le devolverá la vida a su amada. El gameplay trata sobre eso, ir buscando a los colosos y vencerlos uno a    Mi puntuación sobre Shadow of the Colossus es de 8, me explico;
    La duración es algo escasa, en mi caso rozó las 10 horas ( 10h y 6min ). La trama cuenta la historia de un chico que ha hecho un pacto con un espíritu llamado Dormin, el cual le ha prometido que de vencer a 16 colosos le devolverá la vida a su amada. El gameplay trata sobre eso, ir buscando a los colosos y vencerlos uno a uno, puede llegar a ser un poco repetitivo. Cuenta con un mundo abierto, pequeño a mi parecer. El título consta de muy buenos gráficos, hay que decirlo y la banda sonora es bastante buena. Le pongo un 8 sobre 10 ( comparándolo con juegos de su plataforma, PS4 ). Mi vigesimocuarta crítica u/o review de la sección de Games.    … Expand
  27. themanthatcan
    Feb 21, 2019
    8
    This game can get boring at times, however, the story, music, visuals, and fighting the Colossi make this game what it is. Each colossus is completely unique and if I had to compare it to something I would say their like the Divine beasts is The Legend of Zelda Breath of the Wild. I love this game and I would most definitely play it again.
  28. luisflopez
    Jun 26, 2020
    8
    I was able to experience this game for the first time ever thanks to Playstation Plus. The original game has been in my "to play" list for a long time, but I'm glad I waited and experienced the PS4 version instead. I feel jealous for Shadow of the Colossus fans, because this version is basically a dream come true as far as remakes go. The game looks absolutely stunning, even rivaling theI was able to experience this game for the first time ever thanks to Playstation Plus. The original game has been in my "to play" list for a long time, but I'm glad I waited and experienced the PS4 version instead. I feel jealous for Shadow of the Colossus fans, because this version is basically a dream come true as far as remakes go. The game looks absolutely stunning, even rivaling the PS4's own titles. Some people could argue that they should have implemtented more quality of life improvements, or even additional content, but honestly, this is exactly how a remake should be in my opinion: faithful as possible to the original work, but making it look better than ever.

    Shadow of the Colossus is a game with a very simple but compelling premise: hunt down sixteen gigantic monsters that act as bosses spread all over the world. Boss fights are one of my favorite aspects in any video game, so naturally I was inmediately captivated by this premise. At first I had some trouble getting used to the controls and phyisics, but eventually got better at it. The controlls are clunky, but this is part of what makes the game challenging. Of course, that also means that you'll be set for some frustrating moments, especially during the first few hours. This is a game that often demands patience from the player, so I can see it being difficult to enjoy for some people. It is clearly not a game for the mainstream public.

    But no matter how many frustrating moments you'll experience with the controlls, the game will keep you coming back for the epic and spectacular moments that take place fighting each of the colossi. Being a game designed entirely around boss fights, you can expect the fights to be more elaborate and time-consuming than your average video game bosses. Each colossi is like a puzzle, where you have to find the way to their weak points, and then execute your attacks while managing your stamina. Overall, the bosses are creative, varied, and for the most part entertaining from a gameplay standpoint. From an artistic standpoint, some of the battles are simply breathtaking. In this sense, Shadow of the Colossus is unrivaled in the gaming landscape. Of course, not all of the colossi are on the same level of quality. But overall the fights are very memorable and satisfying.

    There isn't much to this game apart from the boss fights. The rest of the experience consists of traveling the vast, (intentionally) empty open world in search for the colossi. There are some collectibles and a much appreciated time-attack mode that let's you replay any fight, but I didn't really bother with any of those. And finally, the game has a story, which is very minimalistic and in reality, it only exists in the beginning and the end. The finale is extremely memorable.

    The art direction for this game is very solid and well done. The landscapes are beautiful, and the colossi look spectacular, especially in this 1080p remake. The music is sensational, consisting mostly of orchestral pieces, with a few exceptions. Though I often find orchestral music in games like this to be very samey and forgettable, this is not the case for Shadow of the Colossus. All of the songs are very memorable, and the composer was clearly a very talented person.

    In the end, this is a game that anyone who likes epic boss fights should play at least once. Again, it is not your typical adventure game and I would not recommend it to the general public. But I have to commend the developers for commiting to such a novel and bold idea, because the result is a game that despite its shortcomings, will always be rememberd by everyone.

    Score: 8.5
    -    … Expand
  29. neolithicman
    Aug 4, 2021
    10
    Solid 9.5

    This is a unique game, it has a lot of soul in it, maybe the new generation won't understand it.
  30. CzarSquid
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    Spread the message of communism by slaying the monopolistic ancients that have cursed the land
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Universal acclaim - based on 100 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 97 out of 100
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 100
  3. Negative: 0 out of 100
  1. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Apr 24, 2018
    80
    Perfectly polished and improved cult game – even with better controls! Killing giant monsters has never been so much (melancholic) fun. [Issue#283]
  2. Games.cz
    Apr 24, 2018
    90
    A tribute to the Fumito Ueda will delight the veterans of the original game same as introduce this classic to the newcomers, who are not tuned on a nostalgic note. An ideal opportunity to improve your video game education and a wonderful experience in the same time. Some clumsy controls and occasionally stubborn camera can’t ruin the great experience.
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  3. CD-Action
    Apr 3, 2018
    70
    It’s a good remaster, but frankly I find it unnecessary. Those who have already played the game on PS2 or PS3 will find nothing new here, and those who didn’t have the chance to get acquainted with it probably will not understand what we saw in Shadow of the Colossus 12 years ago, when gaming reality was completely different. [03/2018, p.66]
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