Sound Shapes

 PlayStation 4
Metascore
84

Generally favorable reviews - based on 4 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 4
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 4
  3. Negative: 0 out of 4
  1. GameSpot
    Nov 13, 2013
    90
    Sound Shapes is a remarkable convergence of music and platforming. Because I've played through the main albums so many times, the levels didn't hit me as powerfully as they once did. But the community levels hammered home just how singular and enthralling this game is.
  2. Push Square
    Dec 3, 2013
    80
    If you're the type of person that enjoys user generated content, then this will definitely be your jam – and even if you don't, the clever concept and cross-buy compatibility still make it a sound investment.
  3. 3DJuegos
    Dec 2, 2013
    80
    An inspired and creative musical platformer game with indie values but a great execution.
  5. USgamer
    Nov 19, 2013
    80
    Almost, nearly, but not quite painfully indie cool, Sound Shapes delivers a simple, stylish and highly enjoyable platforming experience that packs some seriously good tunes.

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User Score
7.0

Mixed or average reviews- based on 163 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 93 out of 163
  2. Mixed: 40 out of 163
  3. Negative: 30 out of 163
  1. Dal_ReviewedDat
    Aug 19, 2015
    5
    Another PS+ (Aug 15) and another game I'd not thought of buying before

    It's fun to an extent. I downloaded it with very little knowledge    Another PS+ (Aug 15) and another game I'd not thought of buying before

    It's fun to an extent. I downloaded it with very little knowledge other than it was a music based game. It's okay, but....

    As music games go, my favourites are 'Parappa the Rapper', I like Guitar Hero games, and I used to love REZ on the ps2 - a game whereby a beat was struck in time with killing enemies - it worked well.

    And that's my issue with Sound Shapes. It doesn't feel like I'm doing anything other than playing a sub-standard level on Little Big Planet with music attached to items on screen. It just doesn't inspire me.

    I'm sure it'll have its hardcore fan base, and I appreciate it's very open to creativity in designing your own levels, but so is Little Big Planet - I'm not 100%, but I'm pretty sure you could re-create this game better on LBP3.

    I've not been inspired enough to get into the community on Sound Shapes - i played a few user designed customer levels and found the loops/music a little poo and on someones level it was littered with bugs/places the ball would get stuck and need to restart to get out of.    … Full Review »
  2. Batfinkskinner
    Mar 21, 2014
    8
    Weird, abstract and yet somehow addictive. give it a go and surprise yourself. A blob that makes music by platforming is possibly the oddestWeird, abstract and yet somehow addictive. give it a go and surprise yourself. A blob that makes music by platforming is possibly the oddest game I ever played.… Full Review »
  3. jedi5diah
    Jan 29, 2014
    9
    Basically its a Platformer.

    Gorgeously done and executed. the theme and the musical creation community potential it just out of this world.    Basically its a Platformer.

    Gorgeously done and executed. the theme and the musical creation community potential it just out of this world.

    I'm not really a big fan of such games, but it does bring a different pallet from all those action packed games and put a smile on your face. This games has to be appreciated, it doesn't punish (hard) you for failing so it encourages more people to continue on and try again.

    The icing on the cake will be this is a CROSS BUY game...

    sweet deal i say!    … Full Review »
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