Shadow of the Colossus

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7.8

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  1. VmsCritic
    Feb 26, 2018
    9
    Since the past generations I've been wanting to play this game, finally it came in the right time for me to play, in the best generations in years, and performing fantastically in the PS4Pro, the experience was amazing. Despite few bugs in the game, I enjoyed it alot, and the end of the game touched my heart. I now understand why the game is a masterpiece, I really look forward to playSince the past generations I've been wanting to play this game, finally it came in the right time for me to play, in the best generations in years, and performing fantastically in the PS4Pro, the experience was amazing. Despite few bugs in the game, I enjoyed it alot, and the end of the game touched my heart. I now understand why the game is a masterpiece, I really look forward to play more games like this. Strongly recommended to anyone who wants to join a special mythological adventure with giant colossus and a different atmosphere.… Expand
  2. il_fenomeno
    Mar 31, 2018
    9
    Great&Beautiful game. missed it on PS2, decided to buy it now and didnt regret it, 9 just because cameras and controls are sometimes "buggy". (And I hated the last Colossus :)
  3. Valcristus
    Apr 14, 2018
    10
    El trabajo de Blupoint no es más que un detalle para los amantes de este mítico juego. Su lore y su originalidad mantienen su esencia; un juego de 10 en PS2 y clásico atemporal sin duda alguna que nuevamente deja a todos rendidos ante su majestuosidad. Hermoso.
  4. GrahamBr96
    Feb 25, 2018
    9
    An excellent remake done with an attention-to-detail that could only come from a true love for the source material. The stunning graphics and superbly remastered soundtrack are second only to the ever great, largely untouched gameplay of the original. My only complaint is that the camera is often times overly eager to snap you back to the angle that it feels is best, rather than giving youAn excellent remake done with an attention-to-detail that could only come from a true love for the source material. The stunning graphics and superbly remastered soundtrack are second only to the ever great, largely untouched gameplay of the original. My only complaint is that the camera is often times overly eager to snap you back to the angle that it feels is best, rather than giving you that control.… Expand
  5. Fenixiliario
    Mar 20, 2018
    10
    Es un videojuego Exelente!
    Es un videojuego Exelente!
    Es un videojuego Exelente!
  6. AlbertoBuzz
    Mar 23, 2018
    9
    No había tenido oportunidad de jugarlo antes y el poder jugarlo en ps4 me parece una gozada, un juego hermoso con una historia simple pero buena, los colossos parece que tienen vida propia, y la banda sonara que puedo decir... ESPECTACULAR.

    I had not had a chance to play it before and to play it in PS4 I find a joy, a beautiful game with a simple but good story, the Colossus seem to    No había tenido oportunidad de jugarlo antes y el poder jugarlo en ps4 me parece una gozada, un juego hermoso con una historia simple pero buena, los colossos parece que tienen vida propia, y la banda sonara que puedo decir... ESPECTACULAR.

    I had not had a chance to play it before and to play it in PS4 I find a joy, a beautiful game with a simple but good story, the Colossus seem to have life of its own, and the band sounds that I can say... SPECTACULAR    … Expand
  7. Mennowolters
    Apr 26, 2018
    9
    Game: Shadow of the colossus 2018
    My Rating (from 0 to 100): 90
    Story (0 to 20): 10 (This includes pacing/ narrative and lore) A good story is essential to keep a lot of players interested in your game. Characters (0 to 20): 10 (This includes voice acting / animations and how they complement the story) Even if your story is great, if the characters are un-interesting or just    Game: Shadow of the colossus 2018
    My Rating (from 0 to 100): 90

    Story (0 to 20): 10
    (This includes pacing/ narrative and lore)
    A good story is essential to keep a lot of players interested in your game.

    Characters (0 to 20): 10
    (This includes voice acting / animations and how they complement the story)
    Even if your story is great, if the characters are un-interesting or just stupid in the context of the game, it will ruin the game. A good story-teller is at least as important as a good story.

    Gameplay (0 to 20): 20
    (This includes combat/ movement and the way you interact in the world)
    if you just want a good story with good characters alone, go watch a movie! Gameplay is one if not the most important part of a successful game.

    Design (0 to 15): 15 + Bonus 10
    (This includes world design / character design / creative spin on common practices)
    Everybody has seen a simple medieval castle / an ordinary zombie and an M16 AR. Keep things fresh and interesting, give game devs the freedom to give their personal spin on things.

    Bonus Ratings
    These are more personal.

    Soundtrack (0 to 15): 15
    A great soundtrack is in my opinion a must for a 10/10.

    Replay/Endgame (0 to 5): 5
    I like to play more even after the story has finished like side quests. I would also include side activities in games to this like; the last of us multiplayer or Doom’s map editor.

    Polish (0 to 5): 5
    (Is it buggy or not? Do parts of the game feel rushed? But remember, bugs can be fixed)
    Well do I have to explain? No one likes a buggy/leggy game. It breaks immersion and f%cks your play trough. I still have nightmares from the assassin’s creed “no face” bug…

    Extra:
    They should have added a 17th colossus XD.    … Expand
  8. Syl3nc3
    Jun 27, 2018
    8
    A vast, empty land. A heavy, morbid tone of loneliness and isolation. Flooded with mystery, Shadow of the Colossus creates a world that gives the player a palpable sense of reality. The world is an aspect, commonly glossed over, of which the game deserves more credit for; while scarce and quiet, it begins to seem vast and majestic, allowing the player to lose all sense of location andA vast, empty land. A heavy, morbid tone of loneliness and isolation. Flooded with mystery, Shadow of the Colossus creates a world that gives the player a palpable sense of reality. The world is an aspect, commonly glossed over, of which the game deserves more credit for; while scarce and quiet, it begins to seem vast and majestic, allowing the player to lose all sense of location and engage with a vivid fantasy.

    Scattered through the lengthy paths of the setting are towering bosses, which prompt critical thinking in order to be overcome. While each is different, they all share a common feature of weak points, and repetition becomes evident. If any boss were used as a final challenge for another fantasy adventure, contrasting to common boss designs, it would be magnificently used for dramatic contrast, but when being constantly lined up, these monumental quests appear more as menial monotony.

    For every moment a player can experience, Shadow of the Colossus offers a soundtrack that matches it perfectly; from calm isolation, to dreading fear, to a sense of magnificent accomplishment, the musical score matches it without flaw. Every piece is fantastic, and helps not only craft an untouchable atmosphere, but tell a story that images never could. This phenomenal composition is remarkable, and I struggle to find something that surpasses it.

    Shadow of the Colossus takes a lot of praise for being unique. It blew away the people who had few expectations, and that newly kindled flame of shock never dwindled amongst them. However, remove the rose tinted glasses, take a look deeper, and you'll see a game quite overrated by its audience of 2005's enthusiastic youths. I enjoy Shadow of the Colossus, for its many merits, but it will never be the flawless masterpiece many regard it as.    … Expand
  9. nykfist
    May 10, 2018
    9
    As a remaster/remake, this is an absolute beast of a game, the level of detail they put into every aspect of it is breathtaking.
    But... there isn't anything new that wasn't in the PS3 HD or PS2 versions - apart from graphics - so if you didn't dig the game the first time then don't expect to like it now.
    It's still a polarising game, and it's not for all tastes.
  10. HarrySatschel
    Nov 1, 2018
    9
    A solid game with no filler. Just exciting boss fight action without much in between.
  11. 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
  12. TARKUSironBLACK
    Mar 22, 2018
    9
    eu joguei no ps2 e me lembro ate hoje do sentimento de grandiosidade que o game passava eu achava incrivel o quao belo era o game na epoca mais esse remake/remaster deixou o game ainda melhor ,trilha sonora incrivel ambientaçao imersiva ,movimentaçao convicente ,porem pouco fator replay e quase nada de adiçao ao jogo custava fazer 1 colosso novo para nos fazer jogar o game 2 vezes ou poreu joguei no ps2 e me lembro ate hoje do sentimento de grandiosidade que o game passava eu achava incrivel o quao belo era o game na epoca mais esse remake/remaster deixou o game ainda melhor ,trilha sonora incrivel ambientaçao imersiva ,movimentaçao convicente ,porem pouco fator replay e quase nada de adiçao ao jogo custava fazer 1 colosso novo para nos fazer jogar o game 2 vezes ou por alguma cut-cene secreta sei la acho que melhorar o que ja e bom e sempre possivel.… Expand
  13. umbershap
    Apr 24, 2018
    9
    It was a great game on PlayStation 2 and it was one of my favorite games all times. This is an excellent remake and other game companies should learn how to make remakes like this.
    In my opinion if you have Ps4 you should definelity need to try this game, this game will surprise you how capable is Ps4.
  14. Alibababa
    Mar 10, 2019
    3
    I always said to myself, that it would be great to have a game where you can bond with your horse and ride around some empty plain fields with it, a true adventure. However after realizing that the void Shadow of Colossus is presenting isn't really all that appealing and the only real activity is to find those colossi and slay them in the most brutal manner possible I became a bitI always said to myself, that it would be great to have a game where you can bond with your horse and ride around some empty plain fields with it, a true adventure. However after realizing that the void Shadow of Colossus is presenting isn't really all that appealing and the only real activity is to find those colossi and slay them in the most brutal manner possible I became a bit disappointed by this vision. The world is really empty, yet beautiful but with nothing to do you get bored quite fast and after about 6-8 hours, depending on how well you learn to control this horse with tank controls, you'll reach the climax of the game with a rather sad conclusion but also hope, it's a bittersweet ending but it's not enough to elevate the game above its flaws.… Expand
  15. doodlerman
    Mar 23, 2018
    10
    I'm not sure how many people really asked for this. I bet we all would've been fine with another HD port, but now that it's all said and done, Shadow of the Colossus Remastered is pretty damn stellar. It adds just enough to feel fresh but doesn't overstep any nostalgic boundaries. It's basically what all video game remasters should strive to be.

    The updated control scheme is probably    I'm not sure how many people really asked for this. I bet we all would've been fine with another HD port, but now that it's all said and done, Shadow of the Colossus Remastered is pretty damn stellar. It adds just enough to feel fresh but doesn't overstep any nostalgic boundaries. It's basically what all video game remasters should strive to be.

    The updated control scheme is probably the only thing that kind of irked me, but I don't honestly see it as a bad thing. They're definitely more modernized (X is jump instead of Triangle, for example). Regardless, I prefer the original control scheme - and they tossed in the option to change either back to the original set-up OR go with a pseudo-updated set-up that's mostly the same except the roll command is mapped to Circle (whereas before it was R1+Circle). Genius.    … Expand
  16. Gizmo-Guy
    Apr 12, 2018
    10
    This very appreciated game is the world all-time classic i can enjoy with my kids when i get old
  17. U_WANT_REVIEW
    Jun 6, 2018
    10
    So, you want review? Want a game with zero grinding or annoying side quests? Want a game with almost zero dialogue? Zen out with the almost kid friendly boss-climbing masterpiece.

    When other fantasy games get you lost in some kind of narrative- SOC leaves a lot to your imagination which I found to be similar to Dark Souls. Yes there is a damsel in distress but it's no big deal. The    So, you want review? Want a game with zero grinding or annoying side quests? Want a game with almost zero dialogue? Zen out with the almost kid friendly boss-climbing masterpiece.

    When other fantasy games get you lost in some kind of narrative- SOC leaves a lot to your imagination which I found to be similar to Dark Souls. Yes there is a damsel in distress but it's no big deal. The difficulty level on this game was not high.

    The graphics here are super. REALLY SUPER. Ride along cliff sides and peer down to the water falls below. Relax, you will never be attacked. You can fall off cliffs and die however.

    SOC provided a very memorable game experience that I will not soon forget.    … Expand
  18. XxSokrateSxX
    Jul 18, 2018
    10
    İts a amazing bosses and Very good Story its a game of the year i Love shadow of the cololsus
  19. brockcheese
    Feb 21, 2018
    9
    Great game. seriously. If you haven't played the original this is the definitive version with updated graphics that look amazing and a new control scheme.
  20. D4rkNinj4
    May 6, 2018
    8
    To be blunt and quick with this review, this is a polished and visual re-imagining of the PS2 classic, this is a way games from the past should be preserved.
  21. TruthGame
    Apr 26, 2018
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Es un buen juego para tener en tu colección, la historia es buena, tiene buena mecánica de jefes. El mapa te ayuda mucho para guiarte, hay varias armas y cada sirve para algo. Llevo unas 200 horas jugadas aproximadamente por que me gusta mucho analizar el juego hasta donde puedes llegar con el personaje.

    POSITIVO:
    -Hay varias armas
    -Que puede mejorar la vida y energía
    -Buenos graficos

    NEGATIVO:
    -Los coleccionables son muy pesados de encontrar
    -Tiene varios bugs
    -Cuando caes al suelo tardas mucho en levantarte    … Expand
  22. ThisGameIsBad
    Jun 10, 2018
    6
    I get why people like this game, be it the atmosphere, the shear scale of the colossi, the stunning graphics, the whole shebang; having just played the game, it is bad, but as for the aforementioned points, i wholeheartedly agree. Most of the reviews are based mainly in nostalgia, one of them even recounting solely their past experiences with the game, reviews such as this have more thanI get why people like this game, be it the atmosphere, the shear scale of the colossi, the stunning graphics, the whole shebang; having just played the game, it is bad, but as for the aforementioned points, i wholeheartedly agree. Most of the reviews are based mainly in nostalgia, one of them even recounting solely their past experiences with the game, reviews such as this have more than likely artificially boosted this game to it's current position on this site. Looking at the game alone; it controls horribly, the player character is really floaty and awkward, even more so for that of the horse, she will get stuck on every little object, which in tandem with her wide turning is horrible for maneuverability, especially in forested areas. The climbing of the colossi in this game is also very iffy, to say the least, climbing these things during the boss fights is a pain, with the last boss being the worst of them all. Not the difficulty of managing the stamina meter, that is simply one of the game's mechanics; just when the try to shake you off, when the colossi shake the player characters grip tends to shift, during the 15th boss i was holding onto the boss' shoulder armor when it started to shake, I got flung to it's back, and then to the floor, during which my stamina meter was more than half way full. My Final criticism for this game is the strenuous animation, particularly when getting up after being knocked down, to site another instance in the game, during the 11th boss, i was rammed and my character was knocked onto the ground where he remained while he was hit twice more and died. This game is beautiful and back in the day i see how it would've been deserving of this high a standing when compared to other games of the time, but this game has been released twice since then, bringing in more money for the same developers for the same game, adding nothing but aesthetics, and garnering the same praise, so, is this game worth buying? I'd say that this game is worth buying to an extent, those who are nostalgic for the original will be the main audience for this game, but if you're someone who happens to have (as of writing this) $30 burning a hole in your wallet, or you just want to experience a style of game not so prevalent today, then the Shadow Of The Colossus is the game for you.… Expand
  23. CAKEwad
    Mar 18, 2018
    10
    I remember fellow gamers trying to convince me to play this game when it originally released on PS2 but at the time I was too focused on other games. Just over a decade later I've found they were absolutely right, this is a masterpiece.a fairytale-like story, with an amazing ending that is heartbreaking and beautiful. Plus now it's one of the best looking games on the PlayStation 4. A MUST HAVE.
  24. Superfluid
    Mar 5, 2018
    10
    To this day, no game has come anywhere close to dethroning SotC as my favorite game of all time. It has its flaws, like everything else in our vast universe, but as a total package—the awe-inspiring sense of scale, the crushing loneliness that hangs over every inch of the Forbidden Lands, the captivating yet minimalistic narrative style, the morally questionable actions of the protagonist,To this day, no game has come anywhere close to dethroning SotC as my favorite game of all time. It has its flaws, like everything else in our vast universe, but as a total package—the awe-inspiring sense of scale, the crushing loneliness that hangs over every inch of the Forbidden Lands, the captivating yet minimalistic narrative style, the morally questionable actions of the protagonist, the sheer artistic majesty—nothing compares to SotC, and I doubt anything ever will...in my lifetime, at least.

    A true classic, that can stand beside the great masterpieces from any medium (not just video games) or any era.

    The GOAT is reborn.    … Expand
  25. andy_indierock
    Feb 27, 2018
    10
    those dont like this game must be the ones like to fight minions a lot before the big boss. this game better than all zelda games combined.
  26. artificeprime
    Mar 14, 2018
    8
    This is a solid remaster that does a great job of modernizing the visuals while retaining the qualities that made the game a classic of its time but as a remake I do feel that it is a missed opportunity. The game is faithful to the original and adds a few improvements but it still has problems that are hard to ignore in a modern game. While I respect the fact that they kept the feel of theThis is a solid remaster that does a great job of modernizing the visuals while retaining the qualities that made the game a classic of its time but as a remake I do feel that it is a missed opportunity. The game is faithful to the original and adds a few improvements but it still has problems that are hard to ignore in a modern game. While I respect the fact that they kept the feel of the original. I really wish they had fixed camera issues and somewhat rough controls. The remake also misses the opportunity to make the game as grand as it was originally intended to be by adding more colossi. The original game was limited by development restrictions but a remake doesn't have those same excuses. They really could have made this a must buy if they added some of the Colossi that were cut from the original game. All around it is just as good as the original and visually a solid step up but it has been 13 years since the original and the standards have risen.

    The original gameplay of Shadow of the Colossus was revolutionary and surprisingly there is still no other game quite like it. Other games have borrowed elements from it in many areas but in terms of making bosses large moving puzzles it still stands alone. The climbing mechanics and physics are no longer as impressive though and seem a little unpolished compared to more recent games. The camera is still a chore to deal with and really makes some parts very frustrating. I found myself fighting the camera constantly throughout the game. The horse controls are also very frustrating at times. The bow controls were decent but inferior to modern games and probably could have been tightened up. On the plus side there are options for adjusting the control sensitivity and some options for remapping buttons. Overall the controls are a bit better than the original but not much.

    While the story is a simple one, the tone, pacing, believe-ability and intrigue that it creates is masterful. It is like a modern myth. There is still no other game story that I can think of quite like this one. I just wish there was more to it. What is there is close to perfect but it is a very short and ambiguous story. Some people will love it but some people will definitely find it frustrating. I personally like the story a lot and still think about it often but I really feel like there should have been more and this being a remake definitely missed the opportunity to build on the Lore in a meaningful way.

    In terms of visuals, it looks like a modern game while keeping most of the style that made the original so iconic. It obviously doesn't look as detailed as something like Horizon: Zero Dawn but it holds its own. The original style of the game made it stand out from everything else on the PS2 and the remake did a fairly good job of recapturing that while still looking like a new game.

    The soundtrack is one of my favorites of all time and it still is. There really wasn't anything to fix and the remake retains that. Every song perfectly captures the emotions of the moment while never really getting annoying. The quiet sounds of the barren landscape offer just enough ambiance to be immersive. The sound effects are all appropriate and never distracts from the experience. The remake also gives you a lot of control over the sound volumes so it is easy to balance out the sounds to your preference.

    Overall I think this was a solid remake of a classic but don't expect more than that. It looks pretty and new but at the end of the day this is a 13 year old game with a new coat of paint. If you want to replay the original with modern visuals, you will likely love it but aside from a few new additions like a long treasure hunt that adds nothing to the story, this is the same game. It is still a great work of art and worth experiencing though. It is a one of a kind that I still love but it won't be for everybody and it has objective flaws.    … Expand
  27. SOLIDSNAKEN64
    Mar 5, 2018
    8
    A beautiful remaster! I remember playing SoC on PS2 when it first game out and was blown away at the time, now the remaster comes out and ups the ante. Still its the amazing game that I remember, by far one of the best looking games on PS4. Graphically this game is a masterpiece, the environments and Colossi looks so amazing in HD. They did a great job with the remaster, but why oh whyA beautiful remaster! I remember playing SoC on PS2 when it first game out and was blown away at the time, now the remaster comes out and ups the ante. Still its the amazing game that I remember, by far one of the best looking games on PS4. Graphically this game is a masterpiece, the environments and Colossi looks so amazing in HD. They did a great job with the remaster, but why oh why did they not update the controls and cameras? The controls still feel as clunky as the original and the **** camera angles you get while dangling off a Colossi are ridiculous. definitely a game that is worth the $40 price tag, just wish it was longer!… Expand
  28. Valus
    Feb 20, 2018
    10
    Esse jogo, para mim, e para muitos, é o melhor jogo de todos os tempos, marcou infâncias, marcou gerações, com uma gameplay praticamente que única, merece todos os créditos, como o melhor jogo, ainda mais feito por um dos caras que manja no assunto de games, realmente, esse jogo é simplesmente magnifico!!!
  29. PeMax
    Mar 23, 2018
    10
    muito bom! ewreuiorywruewurewurwurywuiruwriwryuwirwrywuirywriwyriwyriwryuuwi
  30. MasterRiley
    Feb 28, 2018
    10
    Shadow of the Colossus is phenomenal; the graphics and environments are stunning, the music is beautiful, and the colossi/boss fights are massive in scale and epic. It is a simplistic open world game, with little to no dialogue and very basic core mechanics. But it is an intriguing world and atmosphere that separates this game from the rest.
  31. omid_voke
    Apr 4, 2018
    10
    old games are more different and more special than new ones after all these progress in gaming industry.hope to see such these games in future.
  32. combobreaker96
    Apr 19, 2018
    9
    A pesar de los años, este juego sigue siendo una obra maestra. Siempre critiqué la jugabilidad de la versión original por ser algo tosca, especialmente Agro, pero era mi única queja, y esta versión la solventa con creces. Peleas épicas, banda sonora que le da mil vueltas a las de muchas películas, y una historia que hay que vivirla, no te la pueden contar. Recomendado 100%.
  33. ClubPS
    Apr 20, 2018
    10
    Team Ico creo un gran titulo de culto que no es apto para cualquier jugador, ahora en manos de BluePoint nos llega este remake en exclusiva para PS4, en cual a pesar de dejar casi intacto el juego original (cosa que no esta del nada mal) y hace un pulido gráfico, llevando este titulo a la nueva generación y el cual luce espectacular, el gameplay esta intacto salvo que ahora esta la opciónTeam Ico creo un gran titulo de culto que no es apto para cualquier jugador, ahora en manos de BluePoint nos llega este remake en exclusiva para PS4, en cual a pesar de dejar casi intacto el juego original (cosa que no esta del nada mal) y hace un pulido gráfico, llevando este titulo a la nueva generación y el cual luce espectacular, el gameplay esta intacto salvo que ahora esta la opción de cambiar la configuracion de botones, de ahi en fuera la cámara torpe y el movimiento de nuestros personajes es la misma, sin embargo el titulo co su lavado de cara parece un juego fresco de este 2018, cabe destacar que como bien mencione es un titulo de culto y que no es para todo publico, ya que el juego no esta lleno de acción y hay muchos momentos vacíos específicos para la búsqueda de los colosos.
    Pero esto no quita que el juego sea maravilloso en su propio sentido y que esta renovación es un gran acierto por parte de Sony PlayStation ya que al fin y al cabo pone un nuevo titulo mas al amplio catalogo de la PS4.    … Expand
  34. Agraa
    Mar 21, 2018
    10
    Tudo que já era épico está presente novamente neste Remake em uma escala ainda maior e mais imersiva. Os controles foram melhorados, os gráficos estão de tirar o fôlego e a trilha sonora se mantém igualmente memorável.
  35. kch3691
    Mar 25, 2018
    10
    An actual masterpiece. When I heard they were remaking this I was worried but it is basically the same game with some modern options. Even Argo is still derpy.
  36. GrumpyReviewer
    Mar 6, 2018
    10
    I can proudly say that I picked this up back in the PS2 days without any idea what this game was. Sat down with my girlfriend at that time and we were kind of clueless and lost - "what the hell are we supposed to do? We just wander around?". But the game was haunting, beautiful; the loneliness and the mystery made us want to remain there, in that old, forgotten, almost abandoned realm.I can proudly say that I picked this up back in the PS2 days without any idea what this game was. Sat down with my girlfriend at that time and we were kind of clueless and lost - "what the hell are we supposed to do? We just wander around?". But the game was haunting, beautiful; the loneliness and the mystery made us want to remain there, in that old, forgotten, almost abandoned realm.

    And then we found the first "giant". Or boss. Or colossus. "What the hell? Do we attack its feet?", we asked each other, while nothing seemed to happen. "Try hitting it with arrows", she said. Nothing. "What the hell are we supposed to do... climb it or something?".

    And then that was it. We were in love with that game, forever. "No way! No way!!!". We realized: the BOSS WAS THE PUZZLE. And that was it. Finding it, learning about it, outsmarting it, climbing it, finding its weak spots, killing it.

    I remember how mesmerized and shocked and amazed we were. Games were NEVER like that. We knew we had something different, so different, in our hands. And that was "Shadow of the Colossus", a timeless, unforgettable tale.

    Once it was released in the PS3 I played it again - loved and enjoyed every second of it - even though I pretty much knew everything I had to do. The game was incredible, still was. Modern, bold, fresh, perfect.

    And then... came this remake. My eyes could not believe the first trailers, once it was announced at E3. It was hard to believe, it was unreal. They were remaking this game... and what a beauty this is. The PS4 version is probably closer to Fumito Ueda's ideal version of it, since the systems back then were so limited. And I was thrilled to see that it was exactly the same game, just bigger, better, sharper, more beautiful, more haunting. But that loneliness, that solitude, that mysterious sense of visiting an abandoned realm was still there, just as I remembered. And what a joy it was to be back.

    This is one of those games that I wanted to get 2 copies. One to open and play exhaustively. Another to frame and hang in the wall. This is a masterpiece.    … Expand
  37. SuperDuck23
    Feb 9, 2018
    9
    Impressive in scale and spectacle, this remake will go down as one of the best. The detail of the environment is one of the most notable changes, which reinforces the wonderful sense of isolation and emptiness that the game goes for and succeeds in. The battles with the Colossi are for the most part very enjoyable, although there are occasional moments of frustration due to the controls -Impressive in scale and spectacle, this remake will go down as one of the best. The detail of the environment is one of the most notable changes, which reinforces the wonderful sense of isolation and emptiness that the game goes for and succeeds in. The battles with the Colossi are for the most part very enjoyable, although there are occasional moments of frustration due to the controls - not dissimilar to the issues of The Last Guardian, but the positives outweigh the negatives. Shadow of the Colossus is ultimately a rather satisfying, yet poignant experience with gameplay that feels rewarding and a story that leaves itself nicely open for discussion.… Expand
  38. davyjonesrunner
    Feb 7, 2018
    10
    The very best of Team Ico and one of the most astounding games ever crafted in the history of gaming. No bias here I've been a Nintendo fan and this one captures my interest in Remakes. Hopefully, soon there will be more like this specifically those titles that worthy of remakes. Kudos to Bluepoint aswell!
  39. puur0
    Feb 15, 2018
    10
    This is an absolute masterpiece. It even improved and went beyond what the original game could
  40. SkullCandyy
    Mar 20, 2018
    10
    As a first time player who has wanted to play this game for a long time, but just didn't know about it in the peak of the PS2 era, I just have to say. Wow. The game was short but not too short and did not overstay its welcome, I think it's the perfect length for the story it was trying to tell and the gameplay elements that they had. The visuals are amazing, as they were in the day, theyAs a first time player who has wanted to play this game for a long time, but just didn't know about it in the peak of the PS2 era, I just have to say. Wow. The game was short but not too short and did not overstay its welcome, I think it's the perfect length for the story it was trying to tell and the gameplay elements that they had. The visuals are amazing, as they were in the day, they have been given a full remake in order to do it justice in 2018 and it works. I loved the weird more cinematic camera angles that show off the landscape of this beautiful came, and there is an extreme amount of personality in the characters, despite little dialogue and showing of a lot of them. Actions speak leagues more than words.

    I don't want to spoil anything about the story, but just know it's good - its very very good, the more you think about it afterwards, the better it gets. Definitely get this game if you haven't played it yet. Also I really want an Ico remaster now.    … Expand
  41. miastalman
    Feb 13, 2018
    9
    That game is amazing. I have just finished my first go, most of time attacks, half of go on hard. Game is amazing (except for 2 first bosses, which are easy and easy = boring AF). I really like the game, how it played, how amazing music is, how amazing fights are, how climatic it is and I loved the ending of the game!

    but 9/10 because of stupid camera, 10/10 is for excellent games and    That game is amazing. I have just finished my first go, most of time attacks, half of go on hard. Game is amazing (except for 2 first bosses, which are easy and easy = boring AF). I really like the game, how it played, how amazing music is, how amazing fights are, how climatic it is and I loved the ending of the game!

    but 9/10 because of stupid camera, 10/10 is for excellent games and camera is can be pain in ass, so 9/10.

    The game is not for everyone.    … Expand
  42. janggun
    Feb 10, 2018
    9
    Heard very good things about the original so decided to check out the remake. I can see why this is regarded as one of the best games of all time. The colossus designs are amazing and make up some of the best boss battles that I have ever played. That alongside the soundtrack and updated visuals create a perfect atmosphere for the game.

    The only thing stopping me from giving this game a    Heard very good things about the original so decided to check out the remake. I can see why this is regarded as one of the best games of all time. The colossus designs are amazing and make up some of the best boss battles that I have ever played. That alongside the soundtrack and updated visuals create a perfect atmosphere for the game.

    The only thing stopping me from giving this game a 10/10 is that sometimes I had problems with the camera when in tight spaces. Also the player character stays on the ground for an annoying amount of time when he is knocked down. This resulted in a couple of the colossus getting one hit on me and then just hitting me over and over before I could get out of the way.    … Expand
  43. Icrolex
    Mar 3, 2018
    9
    Bluepoint producer with the supervision of Fumito Ueda, remade the forbidden lands that all the fans imagined for the 8th generation.
  44. Audile
    Feb 10, 2018
    8
    El juego mejora graficamente mucho respecto al original, pero la verdad creo que es un juego muy sobrevalorado, es un mundo muy vacio, y te limitas al buscar a los colosos con tu espada y luego acabar con ellos, ni misiones secundarias ni nada.
  45. akinunver
    Mar 10, 2018
    8
    Hadn't played the original, so first time experience on PS4. Finished the game now. The game is somewhat similar to the Journey, in that the artistry and story depth is quite transcendental. Music and feel-wise top-notch, although not sure it deserves the top ratings as of 2018.
  46. BananoXtreme
    May 7, 2018
    10
    Es mas bello aun que el eoriginal, graficos claramente superiores y me atreveria a decir que de los mejores en consola actualmente. Jugue al original cuando salio en su dia en PS2, el primer contacto fue maravilloso, y en ICO tambien se aprecia semejante calidad. Con un mundo entero que explorar, lleno de detalles y belleza, derrotar a los 16 colosos del mapa supone un reto. Ademas deEs mas bello aun que el eoriginal, graficos claramente superiores y me atreveria a decir que de los mejores en consola actualmente. Jugue al original cuando salio en su dia en PS2, el primer contacto fue maravilloso, y en ICO tambien se aprecia semejante calidad. Con un mundo entero que explorar, lleno de detalles y belleza, derrotar a los 16 colosos del mapa supone un reto. Ademas de algun que otro coleccionable, las monedas añadidas en esta versión, y un modo cámara en que hacer fotos,el juego poco ofrece respecto a su versión original. A pesar de ellos sigue siendo perfecto. Conserva los modos extra y equipamientos desbloqueables que habia en la version original, cosa que se agradece. El control sigue siendo el mismo, del cual no tengo quejas. He visto personas que se quejan porque Agro no obedece. Agro está diseñado asi a propósito, como si de un caballo real se tratara, y, en ese aspecto, su inteligencia artificial es increíble y muy realista. El movimiento del protagonista tambien sigue siendo el mismo, con unas animaciones increíbles y control fluido. Tanto si lo has jugado o no antes, merece la pena esta remasterizacion, y mucho, la historia atrapa, la jugabilidad es alucinante y los gráficos hermosos.… Expand
  47. p1menta
    Jun 12, 2018
    7
    the game was just plain perfect in 2005 for ps2, when it was first released, but then it comes back 13 years later to ps4 (even more stunnig, visually), but nothing else is new. (not to mention it was already re-released to PS3 some years back, also with just the graphics better) I mean, ok, i can't complain, really, but come on, put anything new, or at least fix this damn terrible camerathe game was just plain perfect in 2005 for ps2, when it was first released, but then it comes back 13 years later to ps4 (even more stunnig, visually), but nothing else is new. (not to mention it was already re-released to PS3 some years back, also with just the graphics better) I mean, ok, i can't complain, really, but come on, put anything new, or at least fix this damn terrible camera that only shows whatever it wants, and (kinda) ruins the very best thing in this "new"-more beautiful- version.
    incoherence or not, even talking **** about it, it's still worth it, what a game, what a story.
    such nostalgia    … Expand
  48. Alsethe2nd
    Jun 30, 2018
    7
    This Review will remove all nostalgic comments or positives that may effect the score:
    This game has a wonderful world and beautiful landscapes for you to explore. It has an amazing sense of scale that will leave you in awe for at least the 3 colossi, the controls are easy to learn and the game holds your attention from start to finish. However the game is rather linear because you can    This Review will remove all nostalgic comments or positives that may effect the score:
    This game has a wonderful world and beautiful landscapes for you to explore. It has an amazing sense of scale that will leave you in awe for at least the 3 colossi, the controls are easy to learn and the game holds your attention from start to finish. However the game is rather linear because you can only fight one colossi at a time which leaves you not really exploring the world around you. Moreover the climbing function can get very jarring on some colossi, namingly Malus, which is disappointing considering it is the last colossus in the game. But the excitement the game fills you with when approaching a colossi for the first time and the puzzles that need solving are actually intriguing and fills you with a sense of accomplishment once you figure them out. In my opinion this game is worth it.    … Expand
  49. Gobbi7777
    Oct 22, 2018
    10
    Jogo excelente, totalmente refeito e sem perder a originalidade.
    Jogabilidade perfeita e um dos melhores graficos da atual gen
  50. Tafules
    Sep 16, 2018
    10
    En el Top 5 de los mejores juegos de la historia en mi opinión. Un juego único y distinto que con poca cosa te consigue transmitir muchísimo. Con este remake se disfruta aún más.
  51. thaesino
    Jun 13, 2018
    8
    TL;DR - Buy it for the beautiful visuals and music. Don't pay full price unless you're a true fan of Team Ico or Bluepoint Studios (the team that remastered it - yes, they are pretty amazing).

    Was "SotC (PS2)" this short? No. Then why was this one so short? Because they fixed many of the m-m-m-movement issues that h-h-h-hampered it. Yes... that is, unfortunately, the first thing    TL;DR - Buy it for the beautiful visuals and music. Don't pay full price unless you're a true fan of Team Ico or Bluepoint Studios (the team that remastered it - yes, they are pretty amazing).

    Was "SotC (PS2)" this short? No. Then why was this one so short? Because they fixed many of the m-m-m-movement issues that h-h-h-hampered it.

    Yes... that is, unfortunately, the first thing anyone looking to buy this game needs to know. You will beat it, and you will beat it fast. Fast on Normal. Fast on Difficult. (Don't bother playing it on Easy unless you've never held a controller before. It's really not worth it then, especially at $39.99.)

    I am giving this game an "8.2/10" because I got it at half-price, but that's still not it's regular price, and the price of remasters should always be a part of their judgment.

    Of course, it really is a BEAUTIFUL remaster with visuals rebuilt from the ground up. I can actually watch Wander on his trusty steed Agro, and say to myself, "THIS is what Never Released Zelda WiiU title would've looked like if Nintendo had gone forward with that Tech Demo from 2011." When I sat down and saw Wander carry Mono into the Forbidden Land, I thought I'd purchased the wrong game, despite my memory knowing this was the same game. That's how beautiful it looked.

    But back to the main point. This game is SHORT. Because many things were fixed - especially that frustrating grip mechanic. The game is not nearly as frustrating as it once was (even on PS3), and can therefore be beaten in less than 10 hours. These days, that's a very, very short game. Like "No Man's Sky, what the hell is this?" kinda short.

    Also, the many photo filters are wonderful, but I didn't really understand what the point was of hiding some of the bonus content behind beating this or that Colossus with different filters. It really was a strange decision, I feel. However, if you're the kind for it, and if you really want to challenge yourself, apply the Night filter (bring the slider down till it's really dark), put the game on hardest difficulty, and enjoy. No headphones though! You wanna make sure you only see their eyes!

    Music is as beautiful as ever, but on a better audio system this time, and I'll never understand why Kow Otani didn't also do the music for Last Guardian (which I personally thought was lacking in emotional substance most of the time due to clunky-ness AND music).

    Conclusion: See TL;DR above, and possibly add to that: This was the last Team Ico game that was ever released (rereleased?), since they never finished Last Guardian, someone else did. SO... buy it for the feels?? Who knows!    … Expand
  52. Mcristi88
    Mar 22, 2020
    0
    Souls fan, keep out.
    This game is boring, with ineffective controls and a boring combat system.
  53. Wander22
    Feb 17, 2019
    10
    Gameplay/Mechanics: 10
    Sound/Music: 10
    Graphics/Art: 10
    Story/Atmosphere: 10
    OVERALL: 10/10 Shadow of the Colossus is a masterpiece. One of the greats.
  54. oknsnl
    Jan 29, 2019
    10
    Gameplay : 10 (No enemy except bosses, and bosses are coolest things in whole universe :))
    Story : 10 ( Team ICO )
    Art : 10 ( Team ICO )

    Best game of all times tied with the witcher 3.
  55. Shibanima
    Oct 12, 2021
    0
    No amount of graphics, story, character design, music and world building can excuse the awful controls and physics this game presents.

    In Shadow of the Controls, you fight the programmers' poor coding for control of the most pathetic protagonist and the game engine's ungodly physics that takes platforming to an unprecedented un-realism. If you are like me and had no idea what the game    No amount of graphics, story, character design, music and world building can excuse the awful controls and physics this game presents.

    In Shadow of the Controls, you fight the programmers' poor coding for control of the most pathetic protagonist and the game engine's ungodly physics that takes platforming to an unprecedented un-realism. If you are like me and had no idea what the game was about and was drawn to the cool design and concept of the game, please stop right there and stay far away from this game. Terrible controls and mechanics are the hardest to explain in words, but this game, without a doubt, has the worst control of any game I've ever played.

    The game's biggest strength is immersion, which BluePoint has certainly done an absolute brilliant job in capturing the desolate yet beautiful world of SOTC. The music is grand and epic when battling the colossi, and the sense of scale given to the player makes one really experiences the vast unit the enemies truly are compared to what puny power the character possess in order to overcome these extreme behemoth of monsters. All of these makes the game well deserve to be the PlayStation classic is it until you find that the horse AI is programmed by a monkey, your character starts randomly floats in the opposite direction of your analog stick, grabs edges that you never intent to reach, starts falling off the edge every three seconds, takes over ten seconds to get up from a knockdown, or the camera always just snaps to whichever is the most inconvenient angle for the moment. These things instantly pulls the player out of the immersion and makes one realize that the game is nothing more than a poorly aged PS2 game that uses outdated controls as its core gameplay.

    The game's shallow mechanics is stretched by constant downtime and cryptic puzzle solving, with often terrible RNG in the AI's pattern that further extends the frustration and time wasting, making a supposedly one hour game into a six hour mind-numbing journey that by the end, one would wish that it could end sooner.

    When a game's difficulty stems not from player's skills and knowledge but the gameplay design and fundamental controls, you might as well go watch a movie instead because at least you don't have to deal with poorly thought out mechanics and infuriating engine physics.    … Expand
  56. Larsoos
    Dec 8, 2018
    10
    This game is absolutely amazing and with the upgraded graphics this looks amazing! Definitely worth a purchase, especially if you haven't played the original. And if you have, its still worth the money for the amazing visual upgrade from the PS2 title.
  57. Captainwinky182
    Dec 29, 2018
    4
    This was my first play through having never playing the original. after all the hype i thought i would give it a blast. the experience as a whole was very disappointing. The controls were infuriating at times, most of the Colossi were boring apart from a couple of encounters. The horse rides terrible. the whole experience felt like a grind tbh. Only pro i will give is the scale of theThis was my first play through having never playing the original. after all the hype i thought i would give it a blast. the experience as a whole was very disappointing. The controls were infuriating at times, most of the Colossi were boring apart from a couple of encounters. The horse rides terrible. the whole experience felt like a grind tbh. Only pro i will give is the scale of the setting looks beautiful at times but that about it.… Expand
  58. rosnk30
    Mar 31, 2020
    7
    Well, I wasnt player it before (my first was ICO and I didnt liked) .....some people says that SOTC was amazing....
    In fact, this game is different and deserve be reviewed considering his era! This one's is graphical better than original and the game in fact do his objective without too much storytelling.
    You will do the basics, kill sixteen colossi and finish. The gameplay and camera    Well, I wasnt player it before (my first was ICO and I didnt liked) .....some people says that SOTC was amazing....
    In fact, this game is different and deserve be reviewed considering his era! This one's is graphical better than original and the game in fact do his objective without too much storytelling.
    You will do the basics, kill sixteen colossi and finish.

    The gameplay and camera issues is worst part of SOTC experience    … Expand
  59. OldSilentHill
    Dec 13, 2019
    10
    Oustanding remake of one of the best videogames ever made. Simple mechanics for the art of wonder and emotion.
  60. LuluHollinha
    Nov 12, 2019
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Esse jogo realmente nos mostra que games também são obras de arte. Todo o sentimento de solidao e de desespero que você sente enquanto cavalga sozinho e com os pensamentos de Wander é uma sensação incrível, “o que será que vamos enfrentar em seguida? Será que conseguiremos salvar nosso amor?” São perguntas que nos caem a cabeça enquanto cavalgamos por aquela terra desolada. A melancolia que o jogo possui em seu aspecto é algo incrível. A ironia que se são usadas as cores para nos mostrar personagem se suas características são incríveis, por exemplo Dormin que é o vilão do jogo mas conversa com a gente por feixes de luz, ou o espírito preto que saem dos Colossus que na verdade são os nossos protetores, essa ironia ajuda a nos enganar sobre quem são isso viloes é quem é do bem. Até onde o amor pode chegar e como uma pessoa pode ser cega para chegar em seu objetivo são as mensagens que essa obra quer nos passar. Quanto ao aspecto técnico é incrível, o gráfico é digno de palmas, a gameplay atrapalhada do garoto realmente combina com a narrativa e as batalhas contra os Colossus são magníficas. Para não me estender mais falarei logo o porque não da nota 10, que foi graças ao último colosso que eu achei péssimo e me tirou completamente da imersão que eu estava no jogo, o colosso é meio falho e derruba vc milhares de vezes até você matá-lo, porém mesmo com esse único erro do jogo esse game é uma obra e deve ser jogada por todos. Nota final: 9,5/10-Masterpiece… Expand
  61. EdwardG
    Nov 5, 2020
    8
    Shadow of the Colossus is a beautiful, melancholic but flawed game.

    You play as Wonder, a young man tasked with killing 16 colossi to resurrect a girl. These colossi populate the forbidden lands, a grand, lonely expanse you traverse alongside Agro, who is both your horse and sole companion. Despite some pop-in, the game looks consistently excellent from the environment to the designs of    Shadow of the Colossus is a beautiful, melancholic but flawed game.

    You play as Wonder, a young man tasked with killing 16 colossi to resurrect a girl. These colossi populate the forbidden lands, a grand, lonely expanse you traverse alongside Agro, who is both your horse and sole companion. Despite some pop-in, the game looks consistently excellent from the environment to the designs of the colossi. The colossi are huge, haunting figures, and killing each one plays out almost as a series of puzzles. You have to figure out a way to exploit the individual weaknesses of a colossus, and this is usually quite fun but the specific method of killing one can be too obscure at times. Although you're given a hint or two to keep you on the right track, figuring out what exactly the game wants you to do can be a bit frustrating, especially as you often have to goad the unreliable enemy AI into certain actions before you can take them down. This was my first playthrough of the game and I often found myself unsure as to what I was supposed to do.

    When you do manage to take down a colossus though, and everything works as intended, the game feels epic in scale and you're treated to some fantastic music. The music in Shadow of the Colossus is great and helps to maintain the sombre tone of the game.

    On the whole though, the core gameplay loop is solid - you're told your next target, you find them, kill them, and move on to the next one. How you find the colossi is quite smart as well. In a well-lit area, you raise your sword and point it around. When you point it in the right direction, a beam focuses on your destination. I liked this, as it felt more interactive than just following a waypoint or a minimap. No minimap means the game can do away with the HUD when you're not in combat too, so you can better take in the visuals. Getting to your destination is no trouble either, as your horse is speedy enough and exploring the world is decent fun.

    It's just a shame that playing the game can be annoying in places. In addition to some of the fights as mentioned above, the controls, and the way the camera fights against you in particular, are frustrating. It's not terrible, and you've kinda gotta just accept that the camera has a mind of its own and let it do it's thing. It gives you some nice angles at times, but at others it makes you stare at the floor. Using the left trigger to focus on a colossus in a fight helps alleviate this issue a bit. The controls while climbing are also a bit iffy. It can feel temperamental, glitchy and like you're not in control.

    Overall though, this is a great game with a solid, somewhat emotional ending. The ending didn't take me completely by surprise but I enjoyed it nonetheless. Although I think Shadow of the Colossus is great, I also think it's plagued by some issues that perhaps stem from it being a remake of an older game with antiquated design sensibilities. Regardless, what is mostly a beautiful experience is marred by some frustrating elements.    … Expand
  62. ARandyFatDude
    Dec 14, 2020
    4
    Everything in this game is luck based. If you’re playing through the story as is then it will probably be ok. But trying to get that one particular trophy? Well good luck because this ps2 game doesn’t care for consistency.
  63. SplitMind
    Feb 17, 2020
    3
    Am I playing the same game as all the stellar reviews are claiming?

    Good Lord, what an awful game in comparison to the hype! The visuals are quite good, whilst at the same time clearly not the pinnacle of this generation's capabilities. They've given this game a 'makeover' when really what it needed was demolishing and rebuilding from scratch. There are a handful of nice concepts    Am I playing the same game as all the stellar reviews are claiming?

    Good Lord, what an awful game in comparison to the hype!

    The visuals are quite good, whilst at the same time clearly not the pinnacle of this generation's capabilities.

    They've given this game a 'makeover' when really what it needed was demolishing and rebuilding from scratch. There are a handful of nice concepts either badly executed or marred by other bad game designs.

    The controls, especially the horse, control like a tank! I found it nigh-on-impossible to manoeuvre the horse correctly. The controls are also horribly unresponsive. Many times I was stood next to the horse pressing the button to climb upon it, only for my character to start jumping on the spot or calling the horses name due to the button having two functions - very bad design.

    The worst offender in the whole game may be the camera because it is the most prominent and omnipresent issue. The camera simply has a mind of its own and you will spend more time battling that than the colossi.

    And the colossi? Another fantastic concept but let down so badly by the repetition and monotony. I had had enough by the time I defeated the first one. Holding up the sword to expose a weakpoint ironically leaves you exposed yourself because you can't move at the same time, which indicates a now ancient game mechanic rarely visible in modern games. Climbing the colossi can be very tedious and repetitive also, with the game giving random and sparing prompts as to how to actually play it.

    Overall, this is a hipster's dream, in that the reputation far exceeds the quality. I was very much looking forward to this and so am therefore further disappointed by this letdown, so that may have biased my review, yet I see other reviews noting similar issues. This game is a relic of the past and should have stayed there.    … Expand
  64. Faxthtax
    Oct 8, 2019
    10
    If artistic games is your bag, Shadow of the Colossus is a must-pick title to play.
    This is it´s third time it goes trough the grinder to be remade. Debuted on PS1, remade for PS3 and now getting the high definition flavour for large TVs, and boy is it magical. But as much negativity that many remakes get or the whole concept of it at all is, this title deserves to be a little better each    If artistic games is your bag, Shadow of the Colossus is a must-pick title to play.
    This is it´s third time it goes trough the grinder to be remade. Debuted on PS1, remade for PS3 and now getting the high definition flavour for large TVs, and boy is it magical. But as much negativity that many remakes get or the whole concept of it at all is, this title deserves to be a little better each time.

    Shadow Of The Colossus is for one an atmospheric game. Where the player are thrown into a mythical fable, a vast fantasy world, large colossi monsters and very little else. I don´t really get other reviewers comparing it to games like The Witcher, and other fantasy games. They have NOTHING in common with them. The game's philosophy and execution is not even comparable to anything. Probably The Last Guardian, but it is by the same developer.

    Bluepoint kept the basic concept and it´s main focus: You (the player) vs the Colossi´s. They did not ad much in to "fill it up", but kept the artistic integrity and the focus the original makers made it to be. There is little around you to take you away from the main story of the game. No collectibles (well a little, but totally unnecessary) or sidequests. And that takes skill to make something like this.

    Trough your whole journey, learn to suck up the amazing scenery, the sixteen epic boss fights and the story of one boy´s fight to save his sweetheart.
    Not much more to say about it. The juicy controls could be better probably, but it does not feel too troublesome.
    A true arthouse of a game and a magical classic that is very faithfully preserved in this third remake.    … Expand
  65. Br_AgSs
    Mar 22, 2019
    10
    The best Remaster I've ever seen, this game is pure gold, the story,the graphics,the combat, the visuals, everything is perfect.
  66. Galix
    Aug 16, 2020
    8
    Un clásico de PS2 traído de vuelta a la vida con un maravilloso lavado de cara y bastante conservador con respecto al original tanto para lo positivo como para lo negativo.

    Lo bueno: - Como ya he dicho el lavado de cara es espectacular y el juego se ve precioso. - La banda sonora permanece en silencio pero golpea con epicidad cuando tiene que hacerlo. - El modo contrarreloj y los    Un clásico de PS2 traído de vuelta a la vida con un maravilloso lavado de cara y bastante conservador con respecto al original tanto para lo positivo como para lo negativo.

    Lo bueno:
    - Como ya he dicho el lavado de cara es espectacular y el juego se ve precioso.
    - La banda sonora permanece en silencio pero golpea con epicidad cuando tiene que hacerlo.
    - El modo contrarreloj y los objetos desbloqueables son un buen incentivo para rejugar el título.
    - Los diseños de los colosos son brutales y encontrar la forma de derrotarlos puede llegar a suponer un desafío.

    Lo malo:
    - El mapa es muy grande pero no hay incentivo para explorarlo más allá de buscar árboles para aumentar la estamina.
    - A estas alturas se echa muchísimo en falta un sistema de viaje rápido en un juego como este. Vale que el original tampoco lo tenía, pero no habría estado mal añadirlo.
    - Si bien como ya he dicho tiene algún incentivo para volver a jugarlo, el juego de por sí es bastante corto.    … Expand
  67. Robert88
    Aug 3, 2020
    10
    There is a reason why this game was released on nearly every single PlayStation Console ... it is pure greatness ...What more needs to be said one of the all time greatest games ..
  68. pedraww
    Dec 8, 2019
    10
    That's how a f*cking remake is done. A masterpiece with new excellent graphics.
  69. Hashirama
    Apr 9, 2020
    7
    I was hyped thinking this was an action adventure game. But instead this is a puzzle game to figure out the colossi weakness before finishing it off. As a result I used walkthroughs more often, as I was stuck frequently trying to slay each boss. Controls are also whack, when trying to climb or ride the horse. The only time I was interested in the game was during the ending.
  70. ollare23
    Apr 2, 2020
    0
    I made an account just to warn you to not play this piece of trash. The game has a great setting and nice music, but it's repetitive and very boring and annoying. The camera is awful as the horse controls, it's a frustrating game, an absolute waste of time. **** trash
  71. ClaireAnlage
    Apr 3, 2020
    7
    Great art, good game. Much has been said about this game. It was groundbreaking back in the day. Nowadays it is more of a novelty, a throwback to a time where video games where more about the action than the experience. When you peel back the outer layer, it is a passion project of highly talented developer. However in essence this game is a glorified boss rush with mostly mediocre bossesGreat art, good game. Much has been said about this game. It was groundbreaking back in the day. Nowadays it is more of a novelty, a throwback to a time where video games where more about the action than the experience. When you peel back the outer layer, it is a passion project of highly talented developer. However in essence this game is a glorified boss rush with mostly mediocre bosses and beyond terrible controls.

    If you get it for cheap get it to brush up your video game history knowledge. Just don't expect a groundbreaking experience like some make you believe.    … Expand
  72. Shenandoah
    Jul 21, 2020
    10
    This game feels like a fantasy poetry. The way how the game combines beautifulness and sadness is just incredible. The story and especially the opening scene is one of the best of all games in history. Truly a very rare master piece in its own class.
  73. Reverend2
    Aug 19, 2020
    2
    So disappointed by this after years of waiting to play it and reading rave reviews. As with so many games it is ruined by the ridiculously long and boring cut scenes. I don't want to have to sit through 15 minutes of cliched and poorly animated storyline before I even get to use the controllers. Then there are the awful controls themselves. I'll leave it there, but would someone pleaseSo disappointed by this after years of waiting to play it and reading rave reviews. As with so many games it is ruined by the ridiculously long and boring cut scenes. I don't want to have to sit through 15 minutes of cliched and poorly animated storyline before I even get to use the controllers. Then there are the awful controls themselves. I'll leave it there, but would someone please tell the developers to stop with the cut scenes, sack their wannabe film directors and get back to good old fashioned gaming.… Expand
  74. super_absorber
    Nov 27, 2020
    4
    By today's standard and comparing to other available games, this game is bad and boring. The control and camera is so bad and stupid
  75. HelenWheelz
    Feb 20, 2021
    3
    The graphics are decent on PS4 Pro but the game has too many issues. In no particular order:
    The dialog is all in Japanese. They clearly spent $$$ on art production but couldn't pay a little money for an English voice track? Lame.
    The controls are wonky as hell. Riding a horse has never been more annoying. The instructions are minimal (you'll need to read the manual). The camera    The graphics are decent on PS4 Pro but the game has too many issues. In no particular order:
    The dialog is all in Japanese. They clearly spent $$$ on art production but couldn't pay a little money for an English voice track? Lame.
    The controls are wonky as hell. Riding a horse has never been more annoying.
    The instructions are minimal (you'll need to read the manual).
    The camera angles and swing work against you. The game relies heavily on parkour-like mechanics but the camera is always swinging in the wrong places so you end up falling off stuff unintentionally and wasting time re-climbing.
    The parkour sucks. Sometimes the character climbs as expected, other times, they get confused and just go up and down with no progress which just drains your stamina unfairly..
    The game relies on you basically killing a bunch of colossus creatures that have weak spots but they don't consistently show them to you making for stabbing-guesses and long arduous battles. Bug?

    I have no clue why this has such a high metacritic rating honestly. It's not the worst game in the world, but certainly not worthy of a 93 rating.    … Expand
  76. asccffvfe
    Dec 10, 2020
    1
    Really a boring game. I spent like 6 hours and i fell asleep. They tried but the result isn't too good. Oh i forgot to tell that after i played it i had to wash my eyes with acid.
  77. Manziflex
    Mar 23, 2021
    6
    Although a little intrigued me, I was unable to go beyond 2 hours of gameplay. It looks like Zelda but it's not ...
  78. DeadlyRoze
    Feb 5, 2022
    0
    shadow of the colossus is a bad open world game there nothing to do its just point a to point b. the combat not good ether its just u trying to kill the colossus while u try not get shaken off and die there way better open worlds then shadow colossus like skyrim or horizon zero dawn so do us all a favor try harder
  79. Rewenom
    Feb 10, 2018
    10
    Легендарный ремейк легендарной игры. Для тех кто играл - комментарии излишни, для тех кто не играл - обязательно попробуйте.
  80. Termin8ter
    Feb 11, 2018
    9
    Team Ico is slowly making a comeback into the industry. First with the epic Last Guardian in 2016, and now with this beautiful remaster of the masterpiece Shadow of the Colossus. This is a great deal. The graphics have received a very strong buff both from the PS2 and PS3 versions. And the core experience has barely been changed, though Bluepoint should've fixed some issues the game had,Team Ico is slowly making a comeback into the industry. First with the epic Last Guardian in 2016, and now with this beautiful remaster of the masterpiece Shadow of the Colossus. This is a great deal. The graphics have received a very strong buff both from the PS2 and PS3 versions. And the core experience has barely been changed, though Bluepoint should've fixed some issues the game had, and still has. But overall, this is an awesome experience, whether you are a massive fan of this game, or have never even heard of it until now.… Expand
  81. Dreizehn
    Feb 9, 2018
    10
    This is the way a remaster should be done. Still one of the best and influent games in history. Now this PS4 is without doubt the best way to play this master piece.
  82. BubaMan
    Feb 10, 2018
    8
    Without a doubt, a beautiful recreation of the original, finally realised on the hardware it was conceived for.

    However, there was an opportunity to FIX the controls of the original (not just reassign the buttons) which loses it a mark outright. The other lost mark is nobody's fault but time... There was a time that so much uneventful travel was enjoyable but those days are gone (The    Without a doubt, a beautiful recreation of the original, finally realised on the hardware it was conceived for.

    However, there was an opportunity to FIX the controls of the original (not just reassign the buttons) which loses it a mark outright.
    The other lost mark is nobody's fault but time... There was a time that so much uneventful travel was enjoyable but those days are gone (The Witcher 3 has a rule that something interesting must happen every 40s) so I must measure the game by today's standards.

    I loved every other part of the game - a worthy 8/10 :)    … Expand
  83. EzeH
    Feb 8, 2018
    10
    Yes; the game is short and can and will be passed by a veteran in less than 6 hours.
    Yes; it does have a lot more style than substance when compared to most any game nowadays.
    Yes; the controls suck pretty bad. But when you get past the first colossus or two and you get into the rhythm of things Shadow of the Colossus is one of the most memorable games to come out in the last 20    Yes; the game is short and can and will be passed by a veteran in less than 6 hours.
    Yes; it does have a lot more style than substance when compared to most any game nowadays.
    Yes; the controls suck pretty bad.

    But when you get past the first colossus or two and you get into the rhythm of things Shadow of the Colossus is one of the most memorable games to come out in the last 20 years; every person who has played the game will have their favorite colossus and will carry their memories for years to come. And after two prior attempts at making this playable on previous systems (and almost succeeding on the ps3), this has got to be the definite version as it removes minor inconveniences that would annoy most any player, and adds extra tidbits for anybody wanting to spend more time with it.
    And most importantly... It actually runs at a stable framerate for once (not necessarily 1080p 60fps but it is very playable at 30 fps as it used to run at 18 fps on its original release in 2005)    … Expand
  84. max24
    Feb 8, 2018
    10
    It’s amazing, I played this game a first time in my life. Great atmosphere, great feelings of giant colossus, music, light.. Great remake
    Thank You Bluepoint
  85. Hoegaardener70
    May 15, 2018
    2
    I never had a PS before the PS4, and therefore also never heard of this game. It should have stayed that way. I rarely leave games unfinished but this one ... I will gladly forget. The story did not captivate me the slightest. I fought 2 giants and the battles are boring, requiring what I hate most with games ... mashing certain buttons at certain moments while climbing a giant a certainI never had a PS before the PS4, and therefore also never heard of this game. It should have stayed that way. I rarely leave games unfinished but this one ... I will gladly forget. The story did not captivate me the slightest. I fought 2 giants and the battles are boring, requiring what I hate most with games ... mashing certain buttons at certain moments while climbing a giant a certain way. Besides that, the world is totally devoid of any interest. I bought this because of the great reviews, but I am at a loss what people love about this so much.… Expand
  86. Minge
    Feb 15, 2018
    10
    One of the best games ever made..

    Truly a work of art, the music the atmosphere and story is just incredibly well done..

    Credit to Bluepoint games for making an already timeless masterpiece get the makeover it deserves.

    10/10
  87. SileSixEcho
    Feb 6, 2018
    10
    This is an excellent port of an already great game. It comes with small improvements in the gameplay area that don't let us forget that success has to be earned but ultimately make the game more playable. The graphics are just beyond amazing. This is exactly how Shadow is supposed to look. There is no excuse anymore, this modern classic needs to be experienced by everyone.
  88. Orichalcon
    Feb 13, 2018
    9
    Fantastic game, and a masterful remake of an absolute classic.

    Firstly, for the naysayers, and haters. The landscape in this game is not baron, it's artistic. Whilst this is subjective, the game was originally designed to be marveled at, and to enjoy the open landscapes. I remember on PS2 being blown away by how vast the expanding scenery was, and gave the world an ethereal feel to it.    Fantastic game, and a masterful remake of an absolute classic.

    Firstly, for the naysayers, and haters. The landscape in this game is not baron, it's artistic. Whilst this is subjective, the game was originally designed to be marveled at, and to enjoy the open landscapes. I remember on PS2 being blown away by how vast the expanding scenery was, and gave the world an ethereal feel to it. This version of the game built on the back of that, and certainly delivered. The world feels magical and pulls you in to its mysticism. If it doesn't for you, then that's just an inability to appreciate the great atmospheric conditions provided by the developers.

    The controls, were a bit tricky at times, which is why I took a point off, but they are by no means horrible. I was able to ride the horse fine without any real problems. Most of the time you're in open fields galloping, this is done purposefully to enjoy the view, and appreciate the world you've been thrust into.

    The collosi are just, well, breathtaking. When you see them lumbering around, you really feel small and vulnerable, but at the same time, I feel a certain sorrow for them, I can't really explain it, it's just the way the game is cinematically presented to you.

    The soundtrack only adds to the depth of the experience, and I remember the game as fondly as I did when I first picked it up on release for PS2.

    To Summarize: If you have appreciation for more than just material content (I.E a million quests to do), and enjoy an artistic, and atmospheric experience where you fill in your own agenda with your imagination, then this is a title you will thoroughly enjoy. If however, you're not someone who can appreciate video games as an art form, or have little to no patience, then you're probably best avoiding the game. For most people this is a unique title, that very much deserves its praise, and I'm happy it's been made available for the next generation to enjoy in all its magnificence.    … Expand
  89. LevMaleev
    Oct 27, 2018
    10
    кокаето гавно гавниной пахнет мелкий малолетний дебил лезет ну куда ты лезеш
  90. Prekkan
    Feb 9, 2018
    9
    To sum this experience and game with 1 word; WOW.

    What a truly amazing game, majestic areas, beautiful graphics and physics(most parts). This Is my very first play through without having to see to much of the game before. Now I understand why people love this game. Soundtrack 10/10 Scenery 10/10 Story 9/10 Controls 9/10 Unfortunately the controls were a bit.. Bad. Kinda hard to    To sum this experience and game with 1 word; WOW.

    What a truly amazing game, majestic areas, beautiful graphics and physics(most parts). This Is my very first play through without having to see to much of the game before. Now I understand why people love this game.
    Soundtrack 10/10
    Scenery 10/10
    Story 9/10
    Controls 9/10

    Unfortunately the controls were a bit.. Bad. Kinda hard to master the camera and to use certain things such as the horse. But overall, I strongly recommend this. I had to think the whole story through, but when all the puzzle pieces fell into place, It was even better. If you have a Ps4, do your self a favour of buying this game If you want a "wow-experience". Even If you've played It before, the face lift makes It even more worth It.    … Expand
  91. iHeisenburger
    May 6, 2018
    0
    i have no idea why is this game popular, the combat is less than basic, the camera control is horrible, the bosses are way easy, the horse is stupid, plus if you fall in battle it takes ages to get up
  92. Syl20
    Feb 9, 2018
    9
    Ok Guys!
    Big fan of SotC here who lost the fight against "common sense" and bought this game for the 3rd time!! haha!!
    I wanted to come here to make a point on the game from a NON PS4 PRO user. Seeing all the reviews and most of the previews being released shown for PS4 PRO, comparing the "performance" and "Cinematic" modes and all, got me a little worried on how well (or bad) the    Ok Guys!
    Big fan of SotC here who lost the fight against "common sense" and bought this game for the 3rd time!! haha!!

    I wanted to come here to make a point on the game from a NON PS4 PRO user.
    Seeing all the reviews and most of the previews being released shown for PS4 PRO, comparing the "performance" and "Cinematic" modes and all, got me a little worried on how well (or bad) the game would run on an Old, Vanilla, PS4 which is almost 4 years old now!

    Well I gotta say I am impressed and count this game as one more game that DOESN'T convince me to get a 4K gaming grade TV and a PS4 Pro!
    It runs very very VERY well even on regular PS4.
    I tought I'd feel an urge, a need for 4k/PS4 Pro some time sooner or later but Sony seems to refuse to "lowball" us and make us feel like we HAVE to upgrade to actually enjoy current gen games!
    To me, 4k/PS4 Pro right now could be considered like "Icing on the cake" which despite being enjoyable just doesn't feel smart if you're a bit tight on money!

    Of course it won't support HDR, there'll be a little more aliasing but it's barely noticeable unless you get very very finicky about it!
    So, all in all, I just downed 2nd Colossi and I'm enjoying it!

    As for the game and the "remaking", somehow, I think there was a greater difference comparing the blurry and choppy PS2 graphics to the PS3 remaster than this remake here...
    I may be wrong tho, it's been a while since I didn't play the game but in my memory, it seems like the PS3 version was already looking pretty good.

    This PS4 remake isn't as jawdropping as let's say some very MAJOR remakes like the 1st Resident Evil which the total remake made it look like a totally different game...
    It's a considerable rehaul but when taking Resident Evil in comparison, it is a little weak and underachieving.

    So, overall I'd give it a 8,5~9.0...
    I wished they would've added some stuff since they sold us the idea that a "Remake" should be so much more than just a "Remaster".

    No matter what, we want a Sequel to this or a game of the same genre!
    In the meantime, I'll get back to it!

    Enjoy!    … Expand
  93. McDodneys
    Feb 9, 2018
    10
    É simplesmente o melhor jogo que eu já joguei na vida. O seu minimalismo, sua direção de arte, sua trilha sonora, fazem desse jogo, uma verdadeira obra-prima!
  94. phoeniix23
    Feb 18, 2019
    0
    Overrated, artsy game.

    My main problem with this game are the controls and camera. The camera auto-corrects it's position each time you try to navigate. Absolutely horrendous. Horse movement controls are very frustrating. I played 1-2 hours thinking I will get used to the movement but it was just extremely frustrating. They really could have updated this game to have modern intuitive    Overrated, artsy game.

    My main problem with this game are the controls and camera. The camera auto-corrects it's position each time you try to navigate. Absolutely horrendous. Horse movement controls are very frustrating. I played 1-2 hours thinking I will get used to the movement but it was just extremely frustrating. They really could have updated this game to have modern intuitive controls.

    This made the already barebones, arthouse story even more unappealing to me. So many gamers and reviewers laud this game as a must play but I was hugely disappointed by it.

    If you're a modern gamer who never played this during the PS2 era, or who appreciates more developed narratives with compelling characters like God of War, Witcher3, RDR2, Detroit, Final Fantasy, Nier Automata, LA Noire, Uncharted, etc..AVOID THIS PRETENTIOUS, ARCHAIC CRAP.

    The beautiful visuals are not worth the pain. If you want visuals, story and great gameplay, just play any of the above-mentioned games.

    Most disappointing PS4 exclusive so far.    … Expand
  95. nieXas
    Jan 9, 2019
    0
    Huge empty map with difficult moving controls and no clue where to go. Really disappointing.
  96. AlucardPE
    Feb 9, 2018
    10
    Muito emocionante. Não parece um remaster e sim um jogo novo. Infelizmente não se faz jogos como antigamente.
  97. frzpop
    Dec 7, 2018
    0
    Overly pretentious story, shoddy controls and poorly designed tutorials make for an overall bad time.
  98. Niichts
    Feb 6, 2018
    10
    Easily one of the greatest games of all time. So glad to see it in the gorgeous HD it deserves. A remaster done right. My only wish is for it to be on PC as well but beggars cant be choosers.
  99. GotoGamer
    Feb 8, 2018
    10
    This game is a real masterpiece.
    Breathtaking story,graphics and gameplay.
    Maybe one of the best I have ever played!
  100. FranchuteKikito
    Feb 6, 2018
    10
    A timeless classic if you never played this game you owe it to yourself and if you alredy played it there is enough in this remake to fall in love all over again.
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91

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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