Shadow of the Colossus

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  1. Lucas_Freire
    Nov 19, 2018
    9
    It's hard to describe how amazing this game really is, the atmosphere, the soundtrack, the epic battles, and the simple but intriguing story is what made Shadow Of The Colossus one of the best when it first came out on the PS2.

    They made a great job porting it to the PS4, the graphics are gorgeous, and the filters and photo mode add to the fun for those who have already played the game    It's hard to describe how amazing this game really is, the atmosphere, the soundtrack, the epic battles, and the simple but intriguing story is what made Shadow Of The Colossus one of the best when it first came out on the PS2.

    They made a great job porting it to the PS4, the graphics are gorgeous, and the filters and photo mode add to the fun for those who have already played the game on the PS2, I still have some problems with the camera, It moves by itself many times, and it's almost impossible to control it, I know you can focus on the colossus by pressing a button, but still, I would have loved to have full control of the camera as we do in most games.

    Some people don't like to walk around the vast world of Shadow Of The Colossus because it's "lifeless", and it really is, but that's part of the game's experience, they don't play a soundtrack when you're exploring the world, which creates a silence that gives the player a feeling of solitude, I mean, you're going on an impossible quest, in a cursed land where life pretty much doesn't exist, with only your horse as your ally. Shadow Of The Colossus was set up in a way that this lifeless atmosphere works on its favor.

    You should definitely pick it up if you haven't played it yet, as you should know, it's a classic and everyone who's a gamer should experience it at some point, granted some people won't like it, while others will, but I mean, you'll only know it if you play it, so go for it!    … Expand
  2. JeeJeeGG
    Apr 7, 2020
    9
    Needs more colossi but absolutly beautiful with a heart warming story and minimalist features giving you a great journey everyone should take part in. Also the camera **** sucks but one can look past that for the phonomal game behind it
  3. luanvianalv
    Apr 30, 2019
    9
    É indescritível a experiência que este jogo te proporciona. Sem dúvidas um dos remakes que vale a pena comprar, já que o original de PS2 não tem nada a ver com o de PS4.
  4. Wisses
    Oct 25, 2019
    9
    sigue siendo el gran juego que siempre fue
    historia jefes soundtracks graficos jugabilidad ta mejor
  5. BruceThePro
    Jun 22, 2020
    9
    Once you've got used to the controls, this may be one of the best remakes ever made.
  6. KalasLavas
    Jun 29, 2019
    9
    Masterpiece. If you haven't played this game, you must
    Pros:
    Too many, read cons.

    Cons:
    Controls of horse was bad.
  7. DavidGamer64
    Dec 30, 2020
    9
    Shadow Of The Colossus is one of the best games I've ever played. I recommend this game to everyone who wants to have a good gaming experience and enjoy good graphics. The only problem with the game is the confusing controls
  8. arklles
    Jul 5, 2020
    9
    O que posso dizer sobre esse game, é um masterpiece que leva você em busca de um milagre para salvar seu grande amor.
  9. Dylan117
    Jul 4, 2020
    9
    Shadow of the Collosus is a game everyone should play. The remake enhances the visuals from a PS2 game to a AAA PS4 game. It has a deep and mysterious ending that hits you and a world full of small secrets. The problem is anyone who does play Shadow of the Collosus will have to experiance some annoying stuff. The wanderers physics are sometimes really irritating and the controls still feelShadow of the Collosus is a game everyone should play. The remake enhances the visuals from a PS2 game to a AAA PS4 game. It has a deep and mysterious ending that hits you and a world full of small secrets. The problem is anyone who does play Shadow of the Collosus will have to experiance some annoying stuff. The wanderers physics are sometimes really irritating and the controls still feel like a crappy PS2 game. But it is a one of a kind experiance running around a desolate world killing the only life left with that sad feeling everytime you kill a Collosi.… Expand
  10. Caldan
    Nov 15, 2020
    9
  11. MARXENZOLOPES
    May 26, 2020
    9
    an experience of appreciation for its unique way of being. A classic of games.
  12. BudgetGamingNA
    Mar 14, 2020
    9
    Shadow of the Colossus is an action-adventure game that plays more like a puzzle boss fighter. This story is about Wander and his horse Agro on their journey to save a girl named Mono. In his attempt to revive her, Wander makes a deal with the entity named Dormin to slay all sixteen colossi in the forbidden land. By defeating each Colossi, Wander gets one step closer to completing theShadow of the Colossus is an action-adventure game that plays more like a puzzle boss fighter. This story is about Wander and his horse Agro on their journey to save a girl named Mono. In his attempt to revive her, Wander makes a deal with the entity named Dormin to slay all sixteen colossi in the forbidden land. By defeating each Colossi, Wander gets one step closer to completing the ritual which will allow for the resurrection of Mono. With almost no more information than this, Wander is thrust out into the forbidden land on his hunt for the first Colossus armed only with his horse, bow, and sword.
    I played Shadow of the Colossus months ago for the first time but wanted to revisit it as for the month of March it is free to download with a PS Plus membership. I never played the original on PS2, so I did not have any nostalgia to influence my playthrough. Before I get into more detail, I want to say that this is an amazing game that you should try out while it is free, but it will not for everyone.
    Shadow of the Colossus blew me away with how beautiful the landscape is despite its loneliness. Unlike most action-adventures, there are no towns, dungeons, or really anything to explore. Despite this, I was enthralled just riding Agro around seeing the different environments and the imposing Colossi from a distance. Although I would have liked more story and a more filled world, the reality is that the emptiness of it all adds to the mystery and loneliness of Wander’s seemingly insurmountable task. The colossi he faces range from humanoid to animalistic features from air, land, and sea. One common thing they share is that they are all massive compared to Wander. I view this as more of a puzzle game as the main gameplay loop is to figure out how to climb on to these Colossi made of stone and rock. After climbing to certain locations, Wander can attack critical points that are made of organic matter until eventually landing the final blow on the head of each colossi. Simple enough concept, but each Colossus offers a different challenge of attack patterns, and puzzle of how to climb to their weak points. These fights are magnificent in scale and further show the beauty of the artistic design of the game. Shadow of the Colossus also offers a photo mode which easily allows for some great wallpaper for any images you take of the environments and colossi. To further add to the ambience of the game, the fully orchestrated soundtrack pairs perfectly with the tone of each environment and colossus fight. I have been listening to the soundtrack again while writing this, and highly recommend you go and take a listen even if you don’t play the game.
    This title is definitely worthy of its praise as one of the best PlayStation games ever created, but it does have its flaws. The camera angles can get a bit hard to manage during some boss fights and the controls are not the best compared to modern titles. The lack of a filled world adds to the overall mood of the game, but I really disliked having such a minimalistic story. With this remaster it would have been a great addition to add short cutscenes or unlockable lore for each colossi to understand them more. Finally, although I enjoyed the main gameplay loop the reality is this game will not be fun for many people. Once the method of climbing onto a colossus is discovered, the game is really just a climbing simulator while avoiding being shaken off. There is a thrill in discovering the pattern while avoiding attacks from a colossus, but then it just becomes monotonous climbing. Because of this, I highly recommend this title to those that love their games to be an artistic experience like Journey and say to those who aren’t to just give it a try. Not much to lose out on this title can be gotten for free this month. Shadow of the Colossus may not hit my top ten of all time as it will for others, but I give this amazing display of art an 85/100.    … Expand
  13. Arya977
    Dec 31, 2020
    9
    Gameplay..............Good
    Graphics................Amazing
    Story.......................Great
    Score.....................Great
  14. chirothespearow
    Apr 18, 2020
    9
    In an age populated with dopamine filled, adrenaline packed action shooters and fast, frenzy competitive games, slow and meaningful pieces of art like Shadow of The Colossus provide a much needed relief to gamers like me. One of the most beautiful games available on the PS4, SoTC competes toe to toe with major AAA titles like Uncharted 4 and Horizon in terms of art direction. The journeyIn an age populated with dopamine filled, adrenaline packed action shooters and fast, frenzy competitive games, slow and meaningful pieces of art like Shadow of The Colossus provide a much needed relief to gamers like me. One of the most beautiful games available on the PS4, SoTC competes toe to toe with major AAA titles like Uncharted 4 and Horizon in terms of art direction. The journey to each colossus through desolate lands was also pretty relaxing for me. Call me a weirdo but casually running through beautiful meadows under the sun searching through various ruins to find a colossus was a really great experience for me.

    The USP of the game though, has to be its music. The loud, triumphant tunes that play when you're trying to cling on desperately to a colossus, or the sad, almost mocking tune whenever you kill them, it all adds to the atmosphere.

    Not having played the previous iterations on the PS2 and PS3, this remake was my first introduction to this game. I went in expecting a heartfelt story and some truly epic moments based on the impression i garnered from the internet and let me tell you, I wasn't disappointed. This game doesn't throw a plethora of dialogue and cutscenes at you to tell it's story. It conveys it through its gameplay and subtle hints hidden throughout the game. The story was short and open-ended yet the ending really blew my mind.

    If there's one thing I have to complain about, it's the wonky controls. Although, i've grown up playing PS2 and PS3 games so they weren't much of a problem to me. IMO SoTC is a game everyone should give a try at least once. It might not be for everyone, but for me it's one the best games i've played and it will always hold a special place in my heart and memory. Sometimes it's nice to just appreciate the smaller things in life :)    … Expand
  15. Za_Uvek
    Feb 16, 2022
    9
    This isn't much to say about this other than it has improved on the original visually in a massive way. The cut-scenes are more solid and cinematic, the world has been brushed with more detail and the sound jumps right out from start to finish. All this around the same game-play that everyone loved about the first game. This here is a true remaster in ever sense of the word.
  16. kefka2589
    Jul 30, 2020
    9
    It's still the same game today as it was on the PS2. For better and for worse. Just nicer to look at.
  17. hileger
    Jan 19, 2023
    9
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  18. HRChan
    Aug 2, 2020
    9
    My experience with this game was great until the 11th colossus, the control got a little wonky there and the colossus won't give me a window to stab it, but otherwise this game is a great remake of the original game from the PS2! If you guys love a big world that just has big enemies and they're literally it, 16 bosses for you to kill and a very beautiful environment for each and every oneMy experience with this game was great until the 11th colossus, the control got a little wonky there and the colossus won't give me a window to stab it, but otherwise this game is a great remake of the original game from the PS2! If you guys love a big world that just has big enemies and they're literally it, 16 bosses for you to kill and a very beautiful environment for each and every one of them!… Expand
  19. PoptartKing
    Dec 21, 2021
    9
    This game being ported over to newer hardware unfortunately sheds light on the fact that the control scheme and camera have not aged well at all. It feels incredibly clunky, and not up to standard to modern games. However, if you look past this large issue, the game at its core is still one of the most incredible games I've ever completed. Bluepoint Games put a lot of effort in reworkingThis game being ported over to newer hardware unfortunately sheds light on the fact that the control scheme and camera have not aged well at all. It feels incredibly clunky, and not up to standard to modern games. However, if you look past this large issue, the game at its core is still one of the most incredible games I've ever completed. Bluepoint Games put a lot of effort in reworking Shadow Of The Colossus, and even if you are like me and have never played the original PS2 title, the amount of passion put into this game is fantastic to see in a game. The frustrating controls made finally overcoming a colossus even more satisfying, for me at least. The soundtrack is quite frankly one of the best I've ever heard. The music can be somber and melancholic, or large and bombastic, and it adds so much to the experience. The plot is incredibly straightforward, but the mysteries and hidden treasures buried underneath it made me feel a way that not many other games have ever made me felt. It may not be quite up to quality to other games, but the legacy it made lead to bigger and better games like Breath Of The Wild, and for that reason I believe this game deserves a 9 out of 10.… Expand
  20. Avasti
    Jul 15, 2020
    9
    The game definelty isn't for everyone, and some will see it as repetetive or/and boring, but the effort that went into this game is insane, especially considering its originally a ps2 game, the remake improves on few flaws the original had, but unfortunately there are still some clunky and difficult controls in the game.
  21. Hellgates666
    Jun 25, 2020
    9
    Shadow of the Colossus is a masterpiece of gaming that should simply be played by everyone. Taking down stunning colossi one after the other, roaming the beautiful landscape, being overwhelmed by guilt, and seeing the tragic story unfold makes this game an absolute must play.
  22. Pino12528
    Jul 25, 2020
    9
    I have never really played old-style games until this one. The graphics and landscapes are so interesting to look at. Colossus fights are epic, and it feels as if we're extinguishing whatever life is left. There's always a constant feeling of progress. The controls, mainly with the horse, were frustrating to get used to until I looked at the game manual. The game is definitely worthI have never really played old-style games until this one. The graphics and landscapes are so interesting to look at. Colossus fights are epic, and it feels as if we're extinguishing whatever life is left. There's always a constant feeling of progress. The controls, mainly with the horse, were frustrating to get used to until I looked at the game manual. The game is definitely worth playing to the end.

    The only reason the game is not a 10 is because the camera is annoying throughout the game. The player should have full control of the camera with the exception of parts were the camera is purposefully zoomed out during a fight.    … Expand
  23. JasonR98
    Apr 12, 2021
    9
    I would love to give this game a perfect 10 because everything about it is so incredible and it is definitely one of the all time greats, however the controls and camera are so frustratingly bad that it affects the game on a multitude of times.
  24. Fox45
    Jul 20, 2022
    9
    An incredible game that manages to convey what he really is... a young man alone in a world where his opponents are bigger and stronger than you. The game is small, but you get so much into the game that it feels like the game is huge, and that's a very positive point.
  25. Kemp
    Jul 7, 2020
    9
    This is a hard game to rate, because it is sometimes a 4/10 and then sometimes a 10/10. But those moments that work are so awe inspiring that I simply cannot give this game less than a 9/10. This is a game everyone should experience, if only because there are some moments I truly think have yet to be matched by any game to date. Beware though, the controls are clunky and sometimesThis is a hard game to rate, because it is sometimes a 4/10 and then sometimes a 10/10. But those moments that work are so awe inspiring that I simply cannot give this game less than a 9/10. This is a game everyone should experience, if only because there are some moments I truly think have yet to be matched by any game to date. Beware though, the controls are clunky and sometimes frustrating. There are times when you'll be so frustrated you wonder why you're playing. But it's all worth it for those 10/10 moments.

    Some colossi are flat out annoying to find and others are flat out annoying to fight. Your horse can be difficult to control and your feet can too. But if you look past that, the world is stark but beautiful, the story is simple but surprisingly satisfying, and those moments when you tackle one of the games magnificent colossi are unmatched in any other game. No game has inspired awe in me like this one. It is worth your time and occasional frustration.    … Expand
  26. Sus1216
    Jul 15, 2020
    9
    Ya jugué en su día a la versión original en PS2 y me enamoró. Ahora, con su remasterización, me sigue gustando y se solucionan los problemas que tenía la versión de PS2 (framerate). Es un videojuego de acción-aventura donde manejamos a Wander y tendremos que viajar con nuestro caballo por un vasto territorio para derrotar a 16 colosos para resucitar a nuestra amada Mono. El mundo abiertoYa jugué en su día a la versión original en PS2 y me enamoró. Ahora, con su remasterización, me sigue gustando y se solucionan los problemas que tenía la versión de PS2 (framerate). Es un videojuego de acción-aventura donde manejamos a Wander y tendremos que viajar con nuestro caballo por un vasto territorio para derrotar a 16 colosos para resucitar a nuestra amada Mono. El mundo abierto que presenta, es un mundo vacío. No hay enemigos (salvo los colosos) y no hay pueblos con gente con la que interactuar. No hay nada. La misión es localizar al coloso, ir a la zona y vencerlo localizando sus puntos débiles. Evidentemente, cada coloso es diferente (pequeños, grandes, voladores, acuáticos...) y con sus debilidades. Tenemos la barra de resistencia que tiene un límite. Si no descansamos unos momentos de escalar o de sujetarnos a algo, nos caeremos. Por el mapa hay lagartos especiales que tenemos que cazar y comernos su cola para mejorar la barra de resistencia; además de fruta que crece en los árboles con las que aumentaremos nuestra salud. Para que los diferentes viajes no se hagan largos tenemos diferentes santuarios donde guardar la partida, además de que encontrarlos todos cuentan para el platino. UNo de los puntos más destacables del juego es su banda sonora, con unos temas musicales muy épicos mientras nos enfrentamos a los colosos. Un juego diferente y muy recomendable.… Expand
  27. Sr_PuXiToPuiG
    Jan 3, 2021
    9
    Juegazo. . .
  28. JamesDrawsThngs
    Sep 2, 2020
    9
    When Shadow of the Colossus first released on the PS2 in 2005, it was unlike anything people have played before. A sprawling, open world where your only objective is to defeat 16 mythical Colossi that roam the land for your own personal gain. It was lauded for its technical prowess, the bosses themselves, and served as a prime case of video games being seen as a form of art. The game hadWhen Shadow of the Colossus first released on the PS2 in 2005, it was unlike anything people have played before. A sprawling, open world where your only objective is to defeat 16 mythical Colossi that roam the land for your own personal gain. It was lauded for its technical prowess, the bosses themselves, and served as a prime case of video games being seen as a form of art. The game had its fair share of issues, and it certainly wasn’t for everyone, but it’s just so wholly unique in its presentation and design that you can’t help but at least admire it. 13 years later, a ground-up remake of the game was released for the PS4, and for my money it is the definitive version of this classic.

    Of course, the most obvious improvements are found in the game’s presentation. The game looks positively gorgeous. Each environment in the game is pain-stakingly recreated with modern textures and graphics, and the Colossi look even better than before (and they already looked great on the PS2). It all helps to fully bring out the best of the original’s stellar art design. The main character Wander does look a tad off though, mostly in his face. The game also runs considerably smoother than originally, as the PS2 release was really pushing the hardware to its limits, and you have the option to sacrifice some visual fidelity for increased framerate. The orchestral soundtrack has always been one of the best parts of the original and remains pretty much untouched. Music isn’t always present though, as it only appears when it absolutely needs to. It can range from being haunting and beautiful to bold and grand, perfectly suiting each moment.

    The core gameplay remains the same as the original, but with some much needed tweaks. As mentioned, your goal is to kill each of the 16 colossi in this forbidden land in order to bring back the one you love. With the help of a mysterious voice, your sword and bow, and your trusty steed Agro, you set off to do just that. Aside from killing a few lizards and eating some fruit in the over world to increase your health and grip, killing the colossi are the only thing you’ll be doing in this game. You’ll be using Agro to travel around from one point to another, and using your sword to help you navigate. This is one of the reasons why a game like this would be a hard sell to your average player. You can easily view this as being barren and dull, but given the core themes of the game and the context of the type of land you have trespassed on, adding other people or things to do would be a detriment. The world itself is artistically beautiful, and it instinctively makes me want to explore and soak in my surroundings.

    Now let’s talk about the colossi themselves, as they are the real meat of the game. While some are considerably smaller than the others, most live up to their name exceptionally. These are not mere sword fodder for you to mindlessly slash at. Each colossi has a puzzle element to them, having weak points on different parts of their body, and half of the challenge comes from simply figuring out how to get on them and finding their weakness. If you take too long, though, the mysterious voice does offer hints. Once you do, it’s a literal struggle to hang on to them for dear life while they attempt to fling you off. Each colossi has a creative method of getting on them, and once you do and that glorious music kicks in it is absolutely thrilling. It does help that the controls in this version have improved a bit since the original, namely its control scheme. The original options are there for those who prefer it, but the revamped scheme feels so much more natural. Wander is easily prone to tripping and falling, though, so you’ll need to take that into account. Your horse Agro behaves rather realistically, and when traveling through narrow passages she usually does a good job of navigating through them automatically. The game also features a photo mode because every major Sony release needs to include one, so if you are interested in that it offers a good amount of features.

    Shadow of the Colossus was an incredible achievement on the PS2, and its staying power and legacy continue with the PS4 remake. If you have ever been curious about this game, or are just looking for something different, this version comes highly recommended.    … Expand
  29. Oshiri_Maeda
    Nov 3, 2020
    9
    Wonderful game. Beautiful and peaceful phases take turns with nice, not too intense action. interesting ending.
  30. MemphisX
    Aug 22, 2020
    9
    игра предоставляет новый интересный опыт, где можно вечерком, вернувшись с работы, пободаться с очередным титаном! Получше Последнего Защитника будет.
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Awards & Rankings

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#4 Best PS4 Game of 2018
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#8 Most Discussed PS4 Game of 2018
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#16 Most Shared PS4 Game of 2018

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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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