Star Wars: Squadrons

 PlayStation 4
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5.6

Mixed or average reviews- based on 393 Ratings

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  1. Positive: 161 out of 393
  2. Mixed: 87 out of 393
  3. Negative: 145 out of 393
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  1. Jaumecen
    Oct 13, 2020
    8
    It's a good game, not a masterpiece but you can buy this game at 36$ more or less (search discounts) in it's releasing date.

    Let's see what we have for 36$: -10-12h Of story with some replay value (medals and difficulties) -Multiplayer with tons of replay value; ranks, cool cosmetics, events... -Practice mode, just sit down and enjoy beating up spaceships. (Optional) If you have    It's a good game, not a masterpiece but you can buy this game at 36$ more or less (search discounts) in it's releasing date.

    Let's see what we have for 36$:

    -10-12h Of story with some replay value (medals and difficulties)
    -Multiplayer with tons of replay value; ranks, cool cosmetics, events...
    -Practice mode, just sit down and enjoy beating up spaceships.

    (Optional) If you have VR you'll enjoy the mentioned above x10.

    And now my personal score:

    -Story: 8
    -Characters: 5
    -Gameplay: 10
    -Graphics: 7
    -Multiplayer: 8
    -Content (for it's releasing price): 8.5

    (If you had VR i would add 1 point extra because it's an awesome experience)

    Conclusion:

    I don't now why there are so bad reviews when for the first time in a lot of time we have EA giving us a fully fledged game/experience without ripping our wallets. I could understand Mixed reviews or maybe some negative ones, because of occasional bugs (that i haven't experienced). But this game doesn't deserve 0's, 1's, 2's or 3's (In my opinion those are just hate reviews without being impartial).
    If you love space shooters and star wars buy this game, or if you aren't sure wait a little bit.    … Expand
  2. schatwal96
    Oct 12, 2020
    8
    Really good controls, VR SUPPORT IS SO GOOD!!!! but the multiplayer gets stale, but this is a VR must title. Trust me.
  3. Bob77
    Oct 12, 2020
    10
    I was a fan of X-Wing Alliance and I really love playing this game. Great graphics, well done EA.
  4. Hawkmoon269
    Oct 11, 2020
    0
    Oh it’s a great game, when the constant incessant bugs aren’t ruining the whole experience. Game crashes on the goddam prologue. Now I’m on mission 8 and I can’t even complete the level because the game bugs out at the final loading screen. Avoid this game or just buy it used in a few months when they’ve patched everything.
  5. jonny330
    Oct 11, 2020
    3
    I just wanted Starfighter Assault from BF2 fleshed out to a full game. Not forced first person super-serious flight sim.
  6. Katuno52meta
    Oct 11, 2020
    10
    A medio camino entre simulación y arcade, nos encontramos ante un juego exigente en lo jugable del mismo estilo de los x-wing de los años 90 y primeros 2000, en el que debemos fijarnos en el tablero de mandos de la nave para poder jugar correctamente. Su modo Vr es inmersivo y fantástico
  7. Ub3ermensch
    Oct 11, 2020
    0
    Даже если не учитывать наличие в игре толерантной "повесточки", то оценить ее на что-то больше чем 0 очень сложно. Да, они сделали кабины истребителей и добавили функционала в них, но во время полета у меня складывалось впечатление, будт-то я не лечу на истребитнле, а плыву на подводной лодке. Истребитель абсолютно ваиный. Графика только ухудшилась, относительно Battlefront 2. И это яДаже если не учитывать наличие в игре толерантной "повесточки", то оценить ее на что-то больше чем 0 очень сложно. Да, они сделали кабины истребителей и добавили функционала в них, но во время полета у меня складывалось впечатление, будт-то я не лечу на истребитнле, а плыву на подводной лодке. Истребитель абсолютно ваиный. Графика только ухудшилась, относительно Battlefront 2. И это я молчу про убогую сюжетную кампанию, персонажи которой абсолютно неинтересны.… Expand
  8. koinomegalover
    Oct 8, 2020
    9
    Pew pew pew pew pew five stars!

    I’m having a blast with this game. Riding in the cockpit of some of my favorite Star Wars ships is an amazing experience, especially in VR Scratches the starfighter itch that Battlefront couldn’t quite reach. One of the best Star Wars offerings since the Dark Times.
  9. Heretic38
    Oct 11, 2020
    5
    As a huge fan of X-Wing vs Tie Fighter, I had great expectations. This game looks and sounds really well done as a AAA (is it one?) title should look and sound like. Also it makes really fun. I can´t comment on the VR experience but I read it´s fantastic. The campaign part is quite boring and uninspired but i was more looking forward to the multiplayer part which is fun.
    Other than that    As a huge fan of X-Wing vs Tie Fighter, I had great expectations. This game looks and sounds really well done as a AAA (is it one?) title should look and sound like. Also it makes really fun. I can´t comment on the VR experience but I read it´s fantastic. The campaign part is quite boring and uninspired but i was more looking forward to the multiplayer part which is fun.
    Other than that the whole game feels like a mini game with the lack of content and options. EA already stated that there will be no DLC so this explains the low price... I would recommend all players to test it first and make your own thoughts if you really need this great "mini game".    … Expand
  10. Curt65
    Oct 10, 2020
    10
    As a fan of the Lucasarts sims, this was an unexpected gift, an old school space sim/shooter with a lot of controls and beautiful graphics. I'm playing with throttle and stick and VR and it is amazing. The single-player campaign does a good job of introducing each fighter and the different gameplay elements and is fun. The real meat of the game is the multiplayer dogfights and fleetAs a fan of the Lucasarts sims, this was an unexpected gift, an old school space sim/shooter with a lot of controls and beautiful graphics. I'm playing with throttle and stick and VR and it is amazing. The single-player campaign does a good job of introducing each fighter and the different gameplay elements and is fun. The real meat of the game is the multiplayer dogfights and fleet battles. In these you join a small squad and fight together. Voice communication works well and you can customize your loadout for each mission. The majority of the negative reviews seem to be from people who haven't played the game but are upset that the squads are so diverse, don't worry, you can still play as a white guy.… Expand
  11. Konersky
    Oct 9, 2020
    0
    Ta gra jest gównem. Ciągle się coś wypierdala, a sama gra jest nudna jak flaki z olejem.
  12. POPCULTURETODAY
    Oct 8, 2020
    8
    Star Wars: Squadrons is by far one of the most immersive games I have played. The gameplay is smooth and truly puts you in the cockpit making you feel like you are a daring rebel ace or a highly trained Imperial pilot. Being able to manage power into the various subsystems of your fighter is an amazing aspect that can separate a more experienced ace from a new pilot. This is complimentedStar Wars: Squadrons is by far one of the most immersive games I have played. The gameplay is smooth and truly puts you in the cockpit making you feel like you are a daring rebel ace or a highly trained Imperial pilot. Being able to manage power into the various subsystems of your fighter is an amazing aspect that can separate a more experienced ace from a new pilot. This is complimented by the multiple player that allows you to coordinate with your allies to take down your enemies. Coordination is vital as not having a squad member by your side could end in your fighter being an explosion on the side of a Star Destroyer.

    The story is in a word fun. At times it just feels like a drawn out tutorial for multiplayer and then acts more like a movie showing me what happened after Return of the Jedi. Answering my questions on what happened to certain characters I began to love after the movies, shows, and even novels. As of right now there are no plans to add additional content for the story mode or multiplayer which is unfortunate as I would love for more starfighter and customizations to be added. However, as the game is right now Pop! Culture Today gives Star Wars: Squadrons a 8/10    … Expand
  13. SpadeCR
    Oct 8, 2020
    10
    Absolutely amazing game. the low review score is just people mad simply because it is published by ea. no logic whatsoever. half the people dont even have the game. 10/10 game for me
  14. nemesisjunkie
    Oct 8, 2020
    10
    Incredible in VR and miles ahead of BF2 star fighter modes. Campaign is entertaining, and dog fighting is easy to get into, but a challenge to get good at.
  15. Botnic
    Oct 8, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Great game, amazing mechanics. Story is short but it is a multiplayer focused game. Honestly for 40$ they knocked it out of the park.… Expand
  16. Joynas
    Oct 8, 2020
    10
    The game is awesome some other reviews have said what’s positive. Have to go full 10 because of the dweebs rating 0 for a damn agenda. Awesome game and I hope it gets content.
  17. RASEN1945
    Oct 8, 2020
    10
    It's the best Star Wars game in this videogame generation. The campaign is fast paced, cool and inmersive and the multiplayer is where the game shines: 5vs5 battles with the mission to destroy a huge Star Destroyer or a CR75 frigate.

    The game allows you to play in the style you want with hundreds of combinations for each spaceship class... Fighter: Multirole spaceship Bomber: Heavy    It's the best Star Wars game in this videogame generation. The campaign is fast paced, cool and inmersive and the multiplayer is where the game shines: 5vs5 battles with the mission to destroy a huge Star Destroyer or a CR75 frigate.

    The game allows you to play in the style you want with hundreds of combinations for each spaceship class...
    Fighter: Multirole spaceship
    Bomber: Heavy duty, attack spaceship
    Interceptor: Fast spaceship
    Support: Teamplay focused

    As a counterpart -the only one the game has- it could be more cosmetic customization and some helmets can not be removed in the briefing zone.
    The game also has some minor bugs that can be resolved via update.
    More multiplayer maps would be absolutely awesome, lets hope EA gives a chance with this incredible game. By the way, it's ONLY 40$, amazing price    … Expand
  18. dyinginbeauty
    Oct 8, 2020
    10
    This is a great game! Awesome dogfights and fleet battles, in which you will require genuine skill to achieve. This might even be worth getting a VR headset and a HOTAS setup
  19. Marcusx
    Oct 7, 2020
    7
    Interesante pero hasta ahi llega mecanicas buenas pero algo mal ejecutadas al momento de la verdad
  20. Radam64
    Oct 7, 2020
    6
    This game is made for VR. The flying is very slow and so is the aiming, it's like piloting a space boat in the mud. It's okay and easy in the single player mode but online it's frustrating as hell trying to chase people around because turning is so slow. It's a great VR game but a very shallow console game.
  21. Koklesh
    Oct 7, 2020
    1
    Nice Mobile Game...
    Or it is not fully done yet and will be better in the future, or I bought a mobile game on PS4
  22. DrZombie
    Oct 7, 2020
    0
    Identity politics and agendas have no place in a Star Wars game, production time would’ve been better spent actually crafting a compelling story and fixing the numerous bugs and glitches.
  23. Mikeuk81
    Oct 7, 2020
    5
    I wanted to love this game, unfortunately, it's just a rather shallow experience. If you're looking for a modern X-Wing vs Tie fighter you will be disappointed but if you're looking for an arcadey type' flight sim' you will love it.

    If you're after a quick blast with low skill ceiling game then you will probably enjoy it, I'm more of a hardcore flight sim fan so found it lacking. I    I wanted to love this game, unfortunately, it's just a rather shallow experience. If you're looking for a modern X-Wing vs Tie fighter you will be disappointed but if you're looking for an arcadey type' flight sim' you will love it.

    If you're after a quick blast with low skill ceiling game then you will probably enjoy it, I'm more of a hardcore flight sim fan so found it lacking. I appreciate the developers trying something 'new' and understand why they went the route they did, but hopefully, they will bring us a true successor to the X-Wing/tie fighter games of old    … Expand
  24. Gergar12
    Oct 6, 2020
    0
    If you play random like every other multiplayer game. You will get beaten down by premade teams of players who know each other.
  25. Bman0491
    Oct 6, 2020
    9
    Utterly brilliant game if you've always dreamed of playing a star wars star fighter game. Graphics look insane on the PS4 Pro and a 4K TV and sounds incredible with a good surround sound system. Can be quite a hard learning curve to get used to but if you stick with it you'll find there is alot of fun to be had. Fleet battle is a fun mode for online matches and you can even practice soloUtterly brilliant game if you've always dreamed of playing a star wars star fighter game. Graphics look insane on the PS4 Pro and a 4K TV and sounds incredible with a good surround sound system. Can be quite a hard learning curve to get used to but if you stick with it you'll find there is alot of fun to be had. Fleet battle is a fun mode for online matches and you can even practice solo or coop with others against AI to get yourself ready or just to mill some time. I'm also a big fan of the components mechanic for the different starfighters which allows some good builds to give you the extra edge.… Expand
  26. Airsick1972
    Oct 6, 2020
    0
    Meh, maybe on sale for not worth it for $40. Save yourself and wait for it to go on sale if at all.
  27. dyeah
    Oct 6, 2020
    2
    I got this game only for the single player campaign and it just flat out terrible.

    Positives + Star Wars Nostalgia + Graphics and Sound Negative - The writing is absolute garbage. It feels like no more than 30 minutes was spent thinking about the plot and dialogue. The decisions and motivations of the characters come across at the maturity level of a 5 year old. Who thinks this    I got this game only for the single player campaign and it just flat out terrible.

    Positives
    + Star Wars Nostalgia
    + Graphics and Sound

    Negative
    - The writing is absolute garbage. It feels like no more than 30 minutes was spent thinking about the plot and dialogue. The decisions and motivations of the characters come across at the maturity level of a 5 year old. Who thinks this way?
    - The missions are incoherent. Much of it appears to be designed as a tutorial for the multiplayer but they somehow manage to leave the player confused. One has no idea how to prioritize anything. The design also appears to be led by someone with major attention deficit disorder.
    - The gameplay is repetitive and tedious, just not fun.

    Anyone involved in this product should be embarrassed. The lack of quality control and adult supervision on this game is remarkable. I have no idea why I forced myself to complete the campaign.    … Expand
  28. Redsnigami
    Oct 6, 2020
    8
    The game is perfect for any star wars fans if you read any bad review is just the people keep hating ea and star wars disney thats it those that not read the novels not see the animated series wont understand jack..s.... about history so if you dont know about nothing of the novels not the animated series then this game is not for you
  29. cloudyHaze
    Oct 6, 2020
    3
    I wanted a deep flight combat game all i got was a 20 minute time killer. Im gonna start of light and work my way down to the biggest offence. Man was excited for this. Dont waste your money. “Deep” gameplay is deep for mobile gamers maybe lol. “Oh look u can divert power its deep” lolol. Doesnt even feel like star wars, characters look like they came out of a fashion magazine...and whyI wanted a deep flight combat game all i got was a 20 minute time killer. Im gonna start of light and work my way down to the biggest offence. Man was excited for this. Dont waste your money. “Deep” gameplay is deep for mobile gamers maybe lol. “Oh look u can divert power its deep” lolol. Doesnt even feel like star wars, characters look like they came out of a fashion magazine...and why arent storm troopers wearing their helmets wtf. I wanna be in a room full of storm troopers etc not in some high school drama parading with a light star wars skin on it. Skipped all the hanger parts as the characters and story are a waste of my time and nothing but cringe. A lot of the characters voice actors sound like they came from a children's cartoon and it really breaks the immersion during gameplay. Don't even get me started on the dialogue. I was hoping for the gameplay to be amazeballs thats why i bought this but my god am i disappointed...the way you track ships is horrid theres no options like in battlefield 3 to look where your opponent is while turning by locking on. Dont have VR? Good luck seeing whos going anywhere, most of the time you will be flying aimlessly. The way throttle works is also stupid as hell. All imperial ships suck. The Tie Fighter is a joke you cant see a god damned thing peripherally so have fun lolol. All in all i was gonna get vr for this and a joystick. Now i wish id saved $55 Cad. Disney and EA were made for each other. Star Wars is dead. P.S maps suck.… Expand
  30. ZeoRocher
    Oct 6, 2020
    10
    Made an account only to dispel the amount bull being sprouted about this game. to be clear: If there was ever a game were you should trust critics over user score, it's this one.

    Straight up, this game is THE star wars flight sim you've been waiting for. The story is short, but it's not the focus of the game, if anything it's mainly there to show you the ropes and give you a feel for    Made an account only to dispel the amount bull being sprouted about this game. to be clear: If there was ever a game were you should trust critics over user score, it's this one.

    Straight up, this game is THE star wars flight sim you've been waiting for. The story is short, but it's not the focus of the game, if anything it's mainly there to show you the ropes and give you a feel for the game. the multi-player is where it's at. nothing, and I mean nothing, beats the feeling of doing a bombing run on a capital ship, putting full power in engines while focusing shields to the front, diving in close to get under their shields and just letting the payload go. Or covering my wing-man while he's does the bombing run, shooting enemy ties as they try to get a lock on him. Growing up watching star wars movies, it's been my dream to recreate scenes like that, and now I'm finally able to.

    This game is fantastic and it doesn't deserve to be review bombed. So let's address that. You can play as a white person. There are plenty of white people in the campaign, just look around. they're there. nothing about the characters race, sexuality or whatever feels forced or is rubbed in your face. if you feel like it does, odds are that says something about you rather than the game. This game is worth it, end of story.    … Expand
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79

Generally favorable reviews - based on 50 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 41 out of 50
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 50
  3. Negative: 0 out of 50
  1. Game World Navigator Magazine
    Nov 18, 2020
    73
    Moderately hardcore, a tad nostalgic, devoid of AAA luster, but engaging nonetheless – Squadrons is a nice choice for those who miss Star Wars: X-Wing Alliance. [Issue#249, p.56]
  2. Playstation Official Magazine UK
    Nov 15, 2020
    80
    It’s the game PS VR was made for; dogfighting is fast and nuanced, but it’s the physical act of sitting inside some of the Star Wars universe’s most iconic cockpits that never fails to impress. [Issue#181, p.84]
  3. GameCritics
    Nov 10, 2020
    80
    While Squadrons has likely already come and gone for those who can’t experience it as its best, I can’t overstate just how vital it is for Star Wars fans fortunate enough to play in VR. This is arguably the first productive thing EA has done with the Star Wars franchise — I don’t know what took them so long, but I hope it’s a sign of things to come.
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