The Last Guardian

 PlayStation 4
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8.0

Generally favorable reviews- based on 2785 Ratings

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  1. RuslanDZE
    Feb 6, 2017
    9
    I am playing games usually not for grind fest or some basic mechanics. I am considering games as an art. And games like The Lost Guardian prove that games can be emotional and express some artistic style.
    At first, I was little annoyed by poor controls and bad came in the game. Trico controls are not working all the time and puzzles are not amusing. But after time you are starting to    I am playing games usually not for grind fest or some basic mechanics. I am considering games as an art. And games like The Lost Guardian prove that games can be emotional and express some artistic style.
    At first, I was little annoyed by poor controls and bad came in the game. Trico controls are not working all the time and puzzles are not amusing. But after time you are starting to getting emotional attachment and I think this is the most important thing that developers wanted to achieve. It feels more like you and your big friend are just going through adventure. It feels cozy and warm. Trico starting to feel as real animal. You care about each other .
    And closer to the end game is becoming more interesting in terms of action and story. In the end I am satisfied. I think the most important thing here is an emotional part. If you are gamer that loves videogames as an art that game is for you. If game had better technical quality I would give it 10 out of 10 and it will be legendary.    … Expand
  2. VsAssassin
    Dec 15, 2016
    9
    Let me get The Last Guardian's cons out of the way first. I was quite vexed by the clunky camera and motion-sickened (at times) by the frame rate drops. I also disliked Trico's AI a bit, which left me waiting for nothing after shouting a command--a more obvious visual queue would have been appreciated on this front. All that said, The Last Guardian is a magnificent masterpiece. A gameLet me get The Last Guardian's cons out of the way first. I was quite vexed by the clunky camera and motion-sickened (at times) by the frame rate drops. I also disliked Trico's AI a bit, which left me waiting for nothing after shouting a command--a more obvious visual queue would have been appreciated on this front. All that said, The Last Guardian is a magnificent masterpiece. A game that, along with The Last of Us and Journey, begs critics outside of the gaming world to consider it a true work of art.

    It's a work of art simply because of the sheer beauty of the entire experience. There's nothing quite like The Last Guardian in terms of its braveness to convey a story so simple and yet so effective. This is a game that will quickly let you know it's going to be an emotional journey and does not try to hide it. And at the end of it all, you get just that--a simple and honest, emotionally charged reward of an ending.

    Never before have I felt so connected to a game's characters since The Last Guardian, and my hope is that you, the readers, become brave enough to look past its shortcomings and unravel for yourselves the bond between a boy and his Last Guardian!    … Expand
  3. Mufufado
    May 28, 2018
    9
    Grandioso juego, una pena que no haya tenido demasiadas ventas y el rendimiento del juego no vaya del todo fluido. Me he quedado asombrado con el comportamiento de Trico, se le termina cogiendo cariño al bicho de lo bien hecho que está. Lo de que no obedezca directamente las órdenes que le damos me parece un acierto, le da mucho más realismo a su comportamiento. La historia preciosa, unGrandioso juego, una pena que no haya tenido demasiadas ventas y el rendimiento del juego no vaya del todo fluido. Me he quedado asombrado con el comportamiento de Trico, se le termina cogiendo cariño al bicho de lo bien hecho que está. Lo de que no obedezca directamente las órdenes que le damos me parece un acierto, le da mucho más realismo a su comportamiento. La historia preciosa, un final impresionante. La música sólo se presenta en momentos puntuales y muy bien elegidos. La única pega que puedo ponerle es que en ocasiones los controles son algo molestos, porque se usa el mismo botón para varias acciones y en ocasiones el personaje hace cosas que no deseamos que haga. De resto perfecto, creo que cualquier poseedor de una PS4 debería darle una oportunidad al juego.… Expand
  4. backInBone
    Apr 22, 2017
    9
    A unique, one of a kind game, highly recommended for all animal lovers. The experience with Trico will be remembered for years to come.

    Trico is actually not that hard to control so long as you know how to correctly interact with him. The major flaw I find in this game is the dull enemy design. But the best ever animal made in video games can make up for everything.
  5. scott_324
    Oct 1, 2021
    9
    Can be frustrating and difficult at times but it's worth playing until the end.
  6. MerodeTalks
    Dec 12, 2016
    9
    The Last Guardian is truly an amazing game about friendship and kindness. It is not perfect, but pretty close.

    I can only name two weaknesses of this game: controls and camera. Controls are cumbersome and at rare times nearly drive you mad. The camera acts in unexpected ways from time to time and in certain conditions it may be irritating (for example, on the back of Trico in very small    The Last Guardian is truly an amazing game about friendship and kindness. It is not perfect, but pretty close.

    I can only name two weaknesses of this game: controls and camera. Controls are cumbersome and at rare times nearly drive you mad. The camera acts in unexpected ways from time to time and in certain conditions it may be irritating (for example, on the back of Trico in very small room).

    The Last Guardian fortunately has a lot of advantages. The story and narration are interesting and the game is full of surprises and twists you won't expect. The bond you create with main characters is unheard of and keeps you thinking about the game after you finish it. Trico is convincing and you really care for him.

    Level design is just amazing - nearly everything you see is a place you'll eventually visit later on. The route you should take is not always obvious but it gives a feeling of satisfaction once you figure it out. Soundtrack is stunning and compliments the game perfectly, just as the animations and cutscenes.

    It's also worth mentioning that this game is quite difficult. Some puzzles are not so obvious and take a few minutes to figure out. You also don't give commands to Trico but rather give it hints. It's an AI and it doesn't always understand what you want just like animal would in real life. If you pet it and give clear clues, it will do what you wish. Later on you get used to that and giving commands to Trico becomes very easy.

    It took me about 11-12h to finish The Last Guardian. I have to say that it had only quality content and no filler. The ending was truly satisfying - just wait for credits to roll, the real ending is after them. It certainly isn't a game for impatient or action-oriented players. It's about immersing yourself and caring about lead characters. I will certainly replay it many times.

    I think that game should score about 8/10 just because of controls and camera. However I loved it so much and think about it a lot after playing it, I give it 9/10. It was fantastic experience.    … Expand
  7. Bigruss730
    Dec 8, 2016
    9
    And this is the one
    This is the one
    Yea this is the one
    This is the one
    I've waited for

    This is the one
    Oh this is the one
    This is the one
    Ah this is the one
    This is the one
    I've waited for

    This is the one...
  8. ITZZZPERRY
    Jan 11, 2017
    9
    The Last Guardian is a game like no other. The story it tells is easily one of the best in gaming. The ability to grab at one's emotions makes this an unforgettable experience. Trico is a character I will not soon forget. The only problems involve the messy camera and a few glitches. They do not, however, take away from this amazing experience.
  9. Turbodowg
    Jan 5, 2017
    9
    I really enjoyed the Last Guardian. It was far from a perfect game but the heart that was put into its creation really shows. I found the game a moving and emotional experience leaving me thinking about it long after completion.

    The graphics have a beautiful style similar to ICO. The design of Trico the beast and your companion is truly a technical feat as it feels as if hes a living    I really enjoyed the Last Guardian. It was far from a perfect game but the heart that was put into its creation really shows. I found the game a moving and emotional experience leaving me thinking about it long after completion.

    The graphics have a beautiful style similar to ICO. The design of Trico the beast and your companion is truly a technical feat as it feels as if hes a living breathing and very real creature. You fall in love with Trico as you play and you learn his subtle movements and behaviors. Some have complained about the way you control Trico, but I believe that if he respond instantly to commands he would not feel like a real creature. You learn how he moves, how he thinks and reacts and by the last quarter of the game it feels like he responds much better because you have picked up on these small cues.

    The level design is at times fantastic and breathtaking. The feeling of height can be dizzying and spectacular. Puzzles range from easy to taxing but always had a logical conclusion. The story plays out through the bond between characters and their adventure rather than regular cut-scenes and this works well meaning the story is created through game-play.

    Sound and music really add to the ambiance and fit the story and style very well.

    There are some technical issues and the camera angles at times can be frustrating but they didn't spoil what was a magical experience. Like I said I love this game and preferred it over other PS4 exclusives like Uncharted 4.

    I'd highly recommend it.    … Expand
  10. claytastic
    Dec 31, 2016
    9
    I noticed something weird about the critic reviews for the game. All of the 10s and 9s that this game is receiving are coming from non-gaming websites. TIME Magazine? Not a gaming website. The Washington Post? Not a gaming website. Any irrational person would claim that these are bots who are created by the developers to make the game look good. But here's the actual reason. This game wasI noticed something weird about the critic reviews for the game. All of the 10s and 9s that this game is receiving are coming from non-gaming websites. TIME Magazine? Not a gaming website. The Washington Post? Not a gaming website. Any irrational person would claim that these are bots who are created by the developers to make the game look good. But here's the actual reason. This game was designed for people who have either never played a game before, or don't do it very often. Why is that? Because the game is flawed. Any regular gamer would come in expecting that Trico (Catbird) should listen to everything you say, and the fact that he doesn't makes it frustrating. People who aren't knowledgeable about that kind of thing are going to enjoy the experience a lot more because they don't expect to have full control over something that will just feel like a mindless robot. Even if you don't like this game, you have to appreciate it, as not many games can do this nowadays. So what's my opinion of the game? Well I think it's a masterpiece. The stunning visuals, the incredible soundtrack, the very mysterious, yet intriguing story, the well-paced gameplay, and the incredible bond between you and Trico all made this an experience that was worth the wait. The only problem is the really bad camera, but I've seen worse. Overall, The Last Guardian is an acquired taste that I couldn't recommend to anyone who enjoys more fast-paced games. But for people who don't play video games, enjoyed previous titles from the game's director, Fumito Ueda, or people who just want to play something different, please go out and buy this game. You won't regret it. 9/10.… Expand
  11. SunRider
    Sep 10, 2017
    9
    Regardless of frustrating controls and camera movement, this is a truly amazing game. All the cons are completely substituted by excellent story, which is more emotional than I'm used to in games. Great work, and Trico character is truly marvelous. Definite recommendation to people who are into these types of games.
  12. DrZomboid
    Dec 19, 2016
    9
    The game have many problem like controls, camera, ps3 graphic, weak framerate, but all other parts are so wonderful: world, story, art, mystery, atmosphere, puzzles. Game is pure 8/10 but because of last 1h I will give it 9/10. Also hard trophy, I only got 5 in first walktrought.
  13. SuperkenGaming
    Dec 8, 2016
    9
    The Last Guardian.
    Worth The Wait...
    It’s been 9 years since this game was announced… And while this time wasn’t spent on polishing mechanics... it was spent on delivering a beautiful experience… The Last Guardian is insanely frustrating to play through… but it’s so worth it... This game is absolutely gorgeous... In the Last Guardian you play as a boy who wakes up at the bottom of a    The Last Guardian.
    Worth The Wait...
    It’s been 9 years since this game was announced… And while this time wasn’t spent on polishing mechanics... it was spent on delivering a beautiful experience…
    The Last Guardian is insanely frustrating to play through… but it’s so worth it...
    This game is absolutely gorgeous...
    In the Last Guardian you play as a boy who wakes up at the bottom of a pit along side these beast of a creature known as a trico…
    Intrigued by the injured beast you decide to help him by removing arrows, taking off his collar, and feeding him…
    This creates the initially bond between the two…
    And Trico feels like a living breathing animal, so much so his way of interacting with item and you is guaranteed to make you smile, unless you have no heart…
    Hes one giant cuddly bird dog
    This is of course from the same team that made ico and the shadow of the colossus.. As you can instantly tell and feel...
    This game is very much a mix of the 2 with more emphasis on the ico side...
    It’s very puzzle heavy... but thankfully in a much more casual way than ico…
    This is more about finding alternate routes than it is putting items in the right spots…
    The puzzle solving itself isn’t the frustrating part..
    It’s one thing to figure it out... it’s another to actually execute it…
    It’s a little tough dealing with the platforming as it feels very dated and has verticality issues modern days have polished up these past 9 years like the backwards wall jump…
    But the real frustrations comes in with giving commands to Trico
    I spent 12 hours with this game to beat it and I still don’t understand how to command Trico..
    The game tells you to hold R1 while you move, but it also tells you to hold r1 and press any of the 4 action buttons... but it never really tells you what each do other than triangle…
    Leading me to frustratingly button mash to get Trico to go to or do what I want him to…
    And this is nonstop as its necessary to use Trico to jump to higher locations or reach a hole in the wall..
    And again... these puzzles aren’t necessarily brain teasers…
    I would’ve preferred Trico acting on his own automatically when I would climb on top of him or stand near a progress point than me giving the command…
    It would’ve completely killed the frustration without hurting the experience of the game…
    It’s so hard to tell if it’s time to get off and explore to progress or if Trico just isn’t going forward when he should most of the time… Had Trico been more on rails, the game would’ve moved along more smoothly
    As you are exploring these locations... there are threats
    There are these suits of armor characters that try to kidnap you…
    Trico will always come to your rescue when he can, but there are a few annoying spots where you have to outsmart them to bet to a certain item or switch.. Which in the moment feels very stressful, but looking back I can appreciate them all… These moments you’re alone feel tense and horrifying…
    IF Trico does help you, there’s a large chance he’ll get injured…
    He can’t die from combat but after a fight you will more than likely have to pull arrows out of him, feed him with barrels around when he gets hungry, and pet him to calm him down…
    It really creates a caring and loving bond between you 2, stopping him from ever feeling like he’s just there..
    You need him to get home and he needs you to get out.
    So while yes… this bird dogs is going to frustrate you at times, you can’t help but love him the entire way…
    This is a beautiful story about the bond between man and beast and is a must play.
    I give the Last Guardian
    an 8.5/10    … Expand
  14. SydTheDog
    Dec 6, 2016
    9
    All i can say fantastic game,fantstic story,fantastic puzzles and the same clunky controls
  15. Zalmarus
    Dec 8, 2016
    9
    This game really reminds me of everything that was fun and good about Ico and Shadow of the Colossus. I love the way the story is told, how mysterious this fantasy world is and the bond between boy and beast.

    The beast in particulair is done really wel. I like how it has a combination of characteristisc from different animals. It really feels like an animal, that's alive with a free    This game really reminds me of everything that was fun and good about Ico and Shadow of the Colossus. I love the way the story is told, how mysterious this fantasy world is and the bond between boy and beast.

    The beast in particulair is done really wel. I like how it has a combination of characteristisc from different animals. It really feels like an animal, that's alive with a free will and intelligence to a certain degree.

    The only negative thing I have to say about this game is that the camera can ben annoying sometimes which makes some parts really frustrating and I do not care much about it but some things have the graphics of a PS3 model.

    Really brings back memories. Great this game finally came out after so many years!    … Expand
  16. LiquidOcelot
    Mar 25, 2019
    9
    The Last Guardian certainly has its faults. Controlling Trico can be a hassle in some parts and the camera movement can be disorienting when you're moving in cramped corridors. However, the game's story about the adventures of a boy and Trico as they try to escape a strange place is so engrossing and heartwarming that I was able to power through those frustrating moments just to see whatThe Last Guardian certainly has its faults. Controlling Trico can be a hassle in some parts and the camera movement can be disorienting when you're moving in cramped corridors. However, the game's story about the adventures of a boy and Trico as they try to escape a strange place is so engrossing and heartwarming that I was able to power through those frustrating moments just to see what happens next. That's probably why I never noticed the frame rate drops that the more critical reviews have cited. This game, like Ico and Shadow of the Colossus, is certainly not for every gamer and is certainly not the best video game ever made. However, I would still recommend that people try this out if slow-paced and story-focused games are their thing.… Expand
  17. Termin8ter
    Jun 12, 2017
    9
    A story-fueled masterpiece. Sure, The Last Guardian has It's fair share of technical issues and whatnot, but they are far outweighed by the excellent soundtrack, fantastic visuals, and masterful story expertly woven together in this package. I'm just hoping Team Ico can deliver with the Shadow of the Colossus remake coming next year.
  18. Tatovr
    Dec 15, 2016
    9
    A masterpiece lost from the ps2 era (with all the good that this implies).
    A beautiful game with a creature thats truly alive that moves and reacts like a true wild animal.
    The design is simple but beautifull and the landscapes are a work of art. The game demands patience and attention to detail like every other game from Ueda/Team Ico. It does have its flaws, like framerate drops and    A masterpiece lost from the ps2 era (with all the good that this implies).
    A beautiful game with a creature thats truly alive that moves and reacts like a true wild animal.
    The design is simple but beautifull and the landscapes are a work of art.
    The game demands patience and attention to detail like every other game from Ueda/Team Ico.
    It does have its flaws, like framerate drops and the animations from the boy, but in the end this is just anecdotic, as the whole stays in your heart and makes you want to replay it just for the sake of it.
    A game made with heart, the kind you no longer see so often.    … Expand
  19. ft26526
    Apr 9, 2017
    9
    Clumsy control? Yes. But THAT ENDING sublimes the whole game. If you liked ICO, you'll love this one, undoubtedly. If you didn't like ICO, you may still fall in love with this game, or just with Trico.
  20. Bollywongaloid
    Jan 8, 2017
    9
    It does that special thing that only video games can do. Unlike movies and books, where you can only empathise with the characters at best, The Last Guardian actually gives you an experience that makes you live and breathe your character, and is amazing for it. It was easy to forget that Trico wasn't a real animal that I cared for.

    There are some flaws such as the occasional poor    It does that special thing that only video games can do. Unlike movies and books, where you can only empathise with the characters at best, The Last Guardian actually gives you an experience that makes you live and breathe your character, and is amazing for it. It was easy to forget that Trico wasn't a real animal that I cared for.

    There are some flaws such as the occasional poor camera or the odd ill-conceived puzzle, (though thankfully this is very rare) but the overall experience is so worth it. The type of game that reminds me why I play video games.    … Expand
  21. njja02
    May 15, 2018
    9
    I absolutely love almost everything about this game. Sure, the controls were sometimes frustrating, and the frame-rate can be a bit bad at times. But those are minor complaints compared to the amazing experience the game gave me.
  22. SuperDuck23
    May 28, 2017
    9
    The Last Guardian can at times be very frustrating, mostly due to the realistic behaviour of Trico. This could be seen as both a positive and negative thing, depending on your stance. For me it just deepened my bond with him, making the whole experience of the journey incredibly satisfying. Despite a few obvious gameplay flaws, The Last Guardian triumphs and soars when it gels.
  23. Soravengers
    Jan 16, 2017
    9
    Une expérience unique et vivante.
    Une montée en puissance pour un final mémorable.
    Des défauts techniques mais une Direction Artistique magnifique.
    Un jeu qui ne ressemble pas un autre.
    Des musiques touchantes et composées somptueusement...

    Bref un expérience inoubliable et profonde !
  24. KayVen17
    Sep 26, 2018
    9
    Deutsche Review - Kritik Der folgende Test ist in 5 Kategorien zusammengefasst. Diese 5 Kartegorien ergeben die Gesamtpunktzahl von 0 - 100 Punkten. Um einen passenden Userscore zu geben wird auf oder abgerundet. Bei 84 Punkten ergibt das einen User Score von 8. Bei 86 einen von Userscore von 9. Falls eine 85 kommt entscheide ich ob ich es eher positiv oder negativ nehme. RegelnDeutsche Review - Kritik Der folgende Test ist in 5 Kategorien zusammengefasst. Diese 5 Kartegorien ergeben die Gesamtpunktzahl von 0 - 100 Punkten. Um einen passenden Userscore zu geben wird auf oder abgerundet. Bei 84 Punkten ergibt das einen User Score von 8. Bei 86 einen von Userscore von 9. Falls eine 85 kommt entscheide ich ob ich es eher positiv oder negativ nehme. Regeln verstanden? Dann sind hier meine Punkte. Mein persönlicher Score = 88/100 Mein User Score = 9/10… Expand
  25. Sonic1
    Aug 31, 2017
    9
    This is a beautiful game. I give it a 9 because of the emotional story, the game concept, the character design of Trico, the fantastic environment artwork and especially the very convincing bond between the boy and Trico at the end of the game. The ending was touching, I really liked it.
    On the other side, the high quality is not constant. It isn't easy to guide Trico and the controls    This is a beautiful game. I give it a 9 because of the emotional story, the game concept, the character design of Trico, the fantastic environment artwork and especially the very convincing bond between the boy and Trico at the end of the game. The ending was touching, I really liked it.
    On the other side, the high quality is not constant. It isn't easy to guide Trico and the controls appear dated. Sometimes the camera is to close or Trico just doesn't do what you try to tell him. If you are patient and have enough time this isn't really a big problem. Another point is that the environment looks very beautiful in the bright fog, this creates depth and the visual style, but the evening lighting without fog in the last part of the game doesn't look convincing. The frame-rate is not constant and the textures of the interiors are to monotonous.    … Expand
  26. peropify
    Dec 14, 2016
    9
    The Last Guardian is everything a good game should be. A great experience. While the gameplay may not be your cup of tea, and there are a few short comings, everything in this fantasy world is gripping and feels believable. From the amazing connection between the boy and the beast, to the gorgeously animated movements, this game is a must own on your PS4.
  27. Tselel
    Dec 6, 2016
    9
    Story - I dont want to spoil things, but i can assure you. The story is Amazing. In summary, You are just a mysterious boy who wound up in an unknown place together with a creature the boy named trico. Its whole campaign is both of you trying to escape together in that place while also learning the secrets behind it. What i really loved in this game is the growing chemistry andStory - I dont want to spoil things, but i can assure you. The story is Amazing. In summary, You are just a mysterious boy who wound up in an unknown place together with a creature the boy named trico. Its whole campaign is both of you trying to escape together in that place while also learning the secrets behind it. What i really loved in this game is the growing chemistry and relationship of the two characters, at start, trico is really hard to pet or order and sometimes aggressive to you. But soon in the game, he will act like a pet who is always looking for his owner and will do everything for him. regardless it is an awesome experience. 10/10 for these part

    Graphics - Environment-wise, the game is beautiful though sometimes too bright. the frame rates is good in the PS4 Pro but struggles to be maintained in the standard PS4. However, everything is detailed, from the grass to the buildings and large posts and how everything crumbles in timed puzzles or etc. A very very pretty game to see. However, my biggest problem in the game is the animation of the main boy character, he is really out of place, i know they want the game to be artistic, but everything looks realistic from the environment to the creature Trico and suddenly you have a boy which is like a character made in the low graphics mode in the PS3. Sorry, cant really avoid that. A score of 8/10 will do.

    Gameplay - Now i see everyone hating on this part. But the devs already said before that it is bot for everyone. Why??? Because IF YOU HAVE NOT EXPERIENCED HAVING A PET IN YOUR LIFE THEN YOU WILL BE FRUSTRATED AND IMPATIENT TO TRICO. As for me, who had a pet dog. I really am amazed how realistic Trico is as an animal or pet. He is slow to react at first, easily distracted, easily scared of that weird rainbow like signs and his reaction when hungry, hurt or worried about you is spot on. I really am grown to love Trico. As for the negatives, the controls are clunky, the camera is bad esp at small place which adds unneeded difficulty in the game and how easy the puzzles are even though they are not giving much hint to you in game. A good 8/10 for me in this aspect.

    Music - Well, the soothing style of instruments playing when you are in a pretty place, exploring, etc. is really spot on. The music is beautiful, it is slow, mellow and really soothes your soul in a sense that you wont be scared to what lies ahead of you. Though could have wanted more music int he game cause everything is identical to the other. A score of 9/10 for me.

    Total Overall = 8.75 (will be rounded to 9)

    As a game which used a total of 7 years to developed (those who has no idea or never followed the game think it is 10 years) and IS MEANT TO BE A PS3 GAME and NOT ON PS2 (Sorry, need to educate some low IQ people) I am relieved and happy that they made a very good game like this, yes it has some problems but ICO and Shadow of Colossus the same had ones. So far, just the same with the previous two games team ico has made, this game has gave me a really memorable story and would not have second doubts to replay is again and again. I am really happy that these game is out here and as a long time follower to this game i am now able to enjoy and play. Atleast now we can all move on to the development hell everyone suffered and i am wishing team ico good luck for the game next game they are doing. Thanks. That is all.    … Expand
  28. Sans-24
    Dec 6, 2016
    9
    Una experiencia muy bonita entre el niño y Trico. No es para todos los públicos, sin embargo a mi me a conmovido. La jugabilidad es bastante buena y la música es maravillosa. Un juego de sobresaliente aunque resbale en algunos puntos como el poder gráfico.
  29. Playdoh
    Dec 17, 2016
    9
    The Last Guardian is a once in a generation experience, and is poignant and charming tale of companionship that is carried throughout not only the narrative, but through every moment of gameplay. Trico's AI is responsive and revolutionary, as is the unbelievable amount of work that has gone into all of his detailed animations and his pathfinding in levels. Trico is an incredibleThe Last Guardian is a once in a generation experience, and is poignant and charming tale of companionship that is carried throughout not only the narrative, but through every moment of gameplay. Trico's AI is responsive and revolutionary, as is the unbelievable amount of work that has gone into all of his detailed animations and his pathfinding in levels. Trico is an incredible combination of interactivity and subtle body language, like no character in gaming has been before. Trico will help the player through puzzles as much as the player will help him, whether it be through his vocalisations, his positioning, or his head movements. The Last Guardian is a masterclass in level design, with a scale rarely seen in games. In combination with high-stakes platforming, it makes for a nail biting experience. The weaknesses that TLG has are the camera (which doesn't need to be moved as much, and can be improved by raising the sensitivity to 100%) and that there is a great deal of depth to the interactions with Trico that may be missed by players. Unfortunately, even basic interactions seem to have been lost on a lot of players, which could be alleviated with the addition of a unsubtle tutorial. TLG is a once in a generation experience, with one of the most memorable endings in gaming history. Like Ico and Shadow of the Colossus before it, it will be influencing both developers and players for generations to come. Like with Ico moving from the PS1 to the PS2, The Last Guardian was also technologically ahead of its time. I can't wait to see what Ueda and genDesign create next.… Expand
  30. EHG15
    Dec 6, 2016
    9
    Muy buen juego no es el mejor pero si muy entretenido pudo ser mejor pero no deja de ser un gran juego la jugabilidad un poco por debajo de lo esperado y graficamente tendria que estar mucho mejor
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Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 82 out of 110
  2. Mixed: 27 out of 110
  3. Negative: 1 out of 110
  1. Vgames
    Mar 8, 2017
    84
    After 7 years in what seems to be development hell, Team Ico finally introduces us to the majestic Trico and its heartfelt relationship with a young protagonist. While the long development cycle does show its age in certain parts up to a point of some frustration. The experience as a whole is one of the most unique ever.
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  2. BaziCenter
    Feb 10, 2017
    100
    The Last guardian is indeed suffering from some technical and control input issues, but its warm, beautiful adventure filled with countless touching moments is something we’ll never forget for the rest of our lives. The Last Guardian is not just a game, it’s an absolute work of art.
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  3. Edge Magazine
    Feb 8, 2017
    90
    The Last Guardian doesn't just live up to its forebears' legacy, it goes further. Despite the callbacks to Fumito Ueda's previous works, it is a unique creation. Outside of indie experiments, we don't get to say that about modern videogames often enough.
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