The Order: 1886

 PlayStation 4
  • Publisher: SCEA
  • Release Date: Feb 20, 2015
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  1. M17Will
    Feb 26, 2015
    8
    SummaryFeaturesGame Editions
    Discover history’s darkest secret in The Order: 1886, the game that re-writes history by introducing a unique vision of Victorian-Era London, where Man uses advanced technology to battle a powerful and ancient foe. In an alternate history where myths and technology co-exist, players take on the role of Sir Galahad, a hardened member of an elite order of    SummaryFeaturesGame Editions
    Discover history’s darkest secret in The Order: 1886, the game that re-writes history by introducing a unique vision of Victorian-Era London, where Man uses advanced technology to battle a powerful and ancient foe. In an alternate history where myths and technology co-exist, players take on the role of Sir Galahad, a hardened member of an elite order of Knights engaging in a centuries-old war that will determine the course of history forever.

    Hundreds of years before the game’s version of 1886, humanity de-evolves and a subset of humans becomes the genetically different “Half-breeds.” War eventually breaks out between humans and Half-breeds for power and survival, and in order to combat these fierce enemies, a brotherhood was formed through the Knights of the Round Table – an alliance called The Order. The Knights of The Order have waged wars across centuries and sworn to defend humanity while protecting the secrets of this dark history. Strengthened by a mysterious liquid called Blackwater, the Knights of The Order are able to heal their wounds and extend their lifespans in order to engage this supernatural foe.    … Expand
  2. magic_jon
    Feb 26, 2015
    8
    Where to start with The Order 1886. It really feels like this game has been a victim of a media furor and bad circumstances. The game is by no means as bad as some outlets are reporting in fact it is indeed very much the opposite. I can understand why some people will find this game hard to swallow mainly because the game play mechanics are quite simple and the time between them can beWhere to start with The Order 1886. It really feels like this game has been a victim of a media furor and bad circumstances. The game is by no means as bad as some outlets are reporting in fact it is indeed very much the opposite. I can understand why some people will find this game hard to swallow mainly because the game play mechanics are quite simple and the time between them can be quite spaced out. Is this a problem? Only if you are incapable of not itching to press the buttons on your controller at all times. The negativity toward this particular aspect of the game is puzzling to me especially when you consider games like 'Gone Home' received such critical acclaim despite being arguably a very dry experience depending on your preference. I am aware that the game falls into the so called 'triple A' camp and therefore is rather pricey at launch but its just a good game despite what has been said about it so its a worth while investment.

    To be honest I actually respect this game for allowing down time between action segments. It might feel like you're not doing much at the time but the whole time you're absorbing your environments and taking in the atmosphere. It really reminds me of old point and click adventures at times. Granted you're not usually out to solve puzzles but the dynamic feels the same. Perhaps I'm just not a 'real gamer' but I believe there's space in the gaming world for these sorts of titles. I'd very much like to see a sequel and the main aspects I'd like to see altered would perhaps be the addition of some more lore or indeed a little more opportunity to interact with the world around you and indeed have the world fleshed out the world in general.

    Give the game a chance for yourself and judge for yourself.    … Expand
  3. apocon
    Feb 26, 2015
    9
    Can't say I understand the reason for negative reviews. Has gaming become all about open world, minecraft hyped, multiplayer type of products?

    I think its unfair to compare this game with the above and expect things you wont ever get from a title like that. The Order offers an immersive experience, stunning artwork, atmosphaire and visuals. Its a cinematic experience with solid    Can't say I understand the reason for negative reviews. Has gaming become all about open world, minecraft hyped, multiplayer type of products?

    I think its unfair to compare this game with the above and expect things you wont ever get from a title like that. The Order offers an immersive experience, stunning artwork, atmosphaire and visuals. Its a cinematic experience with solid gameplay. I cant believe a part of us is not amazed by how immersive and smooth the whole story runs, but since i was a little kid i dreamt of a game where you cant tell when you re in a cutscene or controlling the character. NO GAME HAS DONE THAT till now. So kudos for that developers. Only downside is that i was thirsty for more, it kind felt like a lord of the rings movie that the end is a bit sudden and then you wait 1-2 years for the sequel... Let it be it.. I m gonna wait!    … Expand
  4. mannyfresh
    Feb 26, 2015
    10
    The Order is incredible. Story wise, it's just a new experience. The way the story unfolds is unlike anything I have seen before and it makes me wonder that people say the story is flat. Especially compared to predictable and at times senseless storytelling of other shooters like Gears of War or COD:AW.
    Believe characters, perfect mo-cap and voice acting really bring the characters to    The Order is incredible. Story wise, it's just a new experience. The way the story unfolds is unlike anything I have seen before and it makes me wonder that people say the story is flat. Especially compared to predictable and at times senseless storytelling of other shooters like Gears of War or COD:AW.
    Believe characters, perfect mo-cap and voice acting really bring the characters to life.
    Gameplay wise the shooter mechanics are spot-on and perfectly balanced. You will keep going back to your sidearm weapons because they can be as powerful as your primary, which is often an indication of great weapon game-design. Cutscenes blend perfectly into the primary shooter mechanic and keep you in the immersion by using quick-time events.

    As a fellow game designer and developer I can only pull my hat. What Ready-At-Dawn delivers with The Order is groundbreaking. The amount of detail in this game in every aspect is astonishing: technically and visually the engines seems to be more capable than state of the art engines like UE4. The sound design is at a height that has not been heard before. And the way the game blends between story and gameplay is perfect. And to top it off, there are like no loading times. The title we're currently developing for a next gen console loads like forever in comparison.

    If you like shooter, this is a shooter you should not be missing out on. If you do not have a PS4 - go buy one for this title. It's worth it. The reviews do not do it justice, these are horrible times where sensational stories have to be created at the expense of developers.

    This is the first time I have written a game-review in my entire life. But The Order: 1866 deserve this.    … Expand
  5. BenjaminLinus
    Feb 26, 2015
    9
    I recommend this game to everyone who prefer storytelling games.
    Amazing atmosphere, amazing graphics and soundtrack! The characters are great and the story is breathtaking, especially in the second part of the game.
  6. CalvinCrack
    Feb 25, 2015
    8
    I highly recommend playing this game. This website has a requirement that I make this review 150 characters long so I'm going to...okay now i'm done.
  7. dobleuve
    Feb 25, 2015
    9
    I absolutely love this game. For me, the most amazing game I've played in the generation of console systems. Bad reviews are hurting the game based probably on the "hype" created before around it. It's clear that it's not an actual FPS, full of online features and to spend thousend of hours playing to get your character level up, is more old fashioned style. For the players who love theI absolutely love this game. For me, the most amazing game I've played in the generation of console systems. Bad reviews are hurting the game based probably on the "hype" created before around it. It's clear that it's not an actual FPS, full of online features and to spend thousend of hours playing to get your character level up, is more old fashioned style. For the players who love the plot of the history and the Cinema-style-scenes is a masterpiece. Great atmosphere, fantastic graphics and remarkable voice work.… Expand
  8. hoppypoppy1
    Feb 25, 2015
    8
    I was hesitant on buying this game after reading many reviews on this sight and others. After some thought I decided to give it a try. I am very glad I went against the cynical reviews. This game looks amazing! I don't think I have ever seen a video game look so good before in my life. The combat is very fun and tense. The story and characters are very easy to like and the atmosphere feelsI was hesitant on buying this game after reading many reviews on this sight and others. After some thought I decided to give it a try. I am very glad I went against the cynical reviews. This game looks amazing! I don't think I have ever seen a video game look so good before in my life. The combat is very fun and tense. The story and characters are very easy to like and the atmosphere feels so "right". That all being said I do have one small complaint. The trophies are WAY too easy to accomplish. If you want the easiest Platinum trophy buy this game! There are 22 trophies in total, all are easier to get than the last. Overall I'd say this is an amazing game and I'd recommend it to anyone who enjoys a story-driven steampunk shooter.… Expand
  9. Carib
    Feb 25, 2015
    9
    Played through twice, and this game is squarely in the 8-9 range. Graphics. presentation, gunplay & cover mechanics are all fantastic! The characters are all voiced and acted superbly and are fully realized. Really, really good game. I can't believe the hate this game is getting...it's quite absurd.
  10. BoutThat_Action
    Feb 25, 2015
    3
    A look but please don't touch game. More like a movie with beautiful visuals than a game. Very short story and no replay value. At most this game is worth a rent. Very sad considering how much went into this production...
  11. rskm137
    Feb 25, 2015
    10
    Outstanding game. Cinematic presentation? Check. Amazing visuals? Check. Superb voice acting? Check. Zero padding or pointless quests? Check. Don't be fooled by the QTE complaint as there isn't a whole lot of them. I think the "critics" are counting regular button presses, such as opening doors or view items, since a button pops up when you're near, which doesn't count becauseOutstanding game. Cinematic presentation? Check. Amazing visuals? Check. Superb voice acting? Check. Zero padding or pointless quests? Check. Don't be fooled by the QTE complaint as there isn't a whole lot of them. I think the "critics" are counting regular button presses, such as opening doors or view items, since a button pops up when you're near, which doesn't count because that's just a basic action.

    All in all, this is something you want to experience for yourself because the "critics" are absolutely wrong bashing this game. I'm more than glad with spending $60 for this type of game and will be pre-ordering the next one as soon as it's available.    … Expand
  12. posse0nbroadway
    Feb 25, 2015
    10
    I am glad that I didn't listen the critic's reviews or else I would have missed out on what was an outstanding single player game.

    I've been searching for a game that would engage me from the start and bring me to a climatic ending and The Order: 1886 delivered. I've started Shadow of Mordor and Sunset Overdrive. I have not finished either game as I lost interest quickly and the game    I am glad that I didn't listen the critic's reviews or else I would have missed out on what was an outstanding single player game.

    I've been searching for a game that would engage me from the start and bring me to a climatic ending and The Order: 1886 delivered. I've started Shadow of Mordor and Sunset Overdrive. I have not finished either game as I lost interest quickly and the game became very repetitive. Their stories were not engaging so it was very easy for me to put my controller down and move on to the next game which was The Order.

    It was the first game that I've finished in months. It will also be the second one since I'm playing it all over again.

    If you are looking for a 3rd person shooter with an engaging story and brilliant pacing, this game is for you. I highly recommend it.    … Expand
  13. foofoomcgoo
    Feb 25, 2015
    10
    Kinda glad this bombed review wise, because it set my expectations very low. When I played it? Wow. Absolutely breathtaking in terms of artistic craft and narrative. I would put this just behind Shadow of Mordor and DA:I as my third favourite game this gen. Fantastic stuff.
  14. Nataraja
    Feb 25, 2015
    7
    TL;DNR: The Order: 1886 is a great story but is a lack luster game. It should be played but if I had it to do it all over again (I pre-ordered) I would wait for it to go on sale. Once my boys have played it I will most likely trade it in. I am glad I played it though and look forward to a sequel - as there inevitably will be - but I will wait for it to go on sale given the state ofTL;DNR: The Order: 1886 is a great story but is a lack luster game. It should be played but if I had it to do it all over again (I pre-ordered) I would wait for it to go on sale. Once my boys have played it I will most likely trade it in. I am glad I played it though and look forward to a sequel - as there inevitably will be - but I will wait for it to go on sale given the state of this introduction.

    The Order: 1886 brought to light the growing controversy in the gaming community about what makes a game? This all seemed to start with The Walking Dead Telltale series - a strong narrative driven game of sorts that is more a visual branching novel with multiple ending states (not multiple endings). Given that there is game play in The Order: 1886 it is a game. It is a VERY linear game that is more about the story and the cinematic telling than it is about strong game play. It is fair, in my estimation, to compare it to Bioshock Infinite, which is both a masterful story and game that nears perfection as a narrative driven shooter. (And length does not matter to me - its quality that matters).

    In the end the story of The Order: 1886 is well told but the game mechanics are poorly implemented and it holds it back from being a great game. For me it was a pre-order game because I loved the setting and the subject matter and the game delivered on that end. Where it lacked was in the game aspects - poor hit detection, unresponsive controls, HUGE numbers of QTEs, This is NOT a game that should be pre-ordered and you can definitely wait for it to go on sale. I think narrative driven shooter fans should play it, but should also expect frustration at the QTE implementation, the poor hit detection and lag in control response. A system seller the game is not.

    Visual Presentation: The engine holds up really well, its smooth visually with remarkable textures and great animations.

    Sound: Very well done with great ambient sound, great weapon sounds, remarkably good voice acting and a perfect soundtrack.

    Game Play: LOTS of QTE's and unresponsive controls for a twitch based shooting experience. The cover system is frustrating, the stealth portions are VERY poorly implemented, the collectibles are okay but weirdly absent in terms of even locations within chapters so replay is diminished; there is no replay value, weapon choice is forced, hit detection is very poor, the AI is predictable and turns the shooting into "Whack-a-mole", picking up items and turning them with them adding nothing to the plot was tedious and pointless... It was not a good "game" for its game play and feels rushed and poorly implemented.

    Story: Great atmosphere and well developed characters and dialogue sets forth a world that will be really fun to explore. The entire game was a set up for several sequels and was a complete first chapter. As a narrative and cinematic story it was very well done.

    Recommendation: Will appeal to players who enjoy story above all else. As a shooter its a poor game. If you don't care for story and focus on game play for value I would steer clear of this game. If story is your thing and you can tolerate poorly implemented game play, I would suggest you buy it on sale.    … Expand
  15. DarthPreamp
    Feb 25, 2015
    9
    Fascinating and excellent game. I've been playing for 3.5 hours and am on chapter five, out of I think 15 or 16 chapters. So not a long game, but I prefer it to Dragon Age: Inquisition, which was mostly fetchquests and padding. Great story, amazing acting. and believe it or not, fun gameplay. Why do we always think that we need to innovate in gameplay? There are plenty of innovations inFascinating and excellent game. I've been playing for 3.5 hours and am on chapter five, out of I think 15 or 16 chapters. So not a long game, but I prefer it to Dragon Age: Inquisition, which was mostly fetchquests and padding. Great story, amazing acting. and believe it or not, fun gameplay. Why do we always think that we need to innovate in gameplay? There are plenty of innovations in this game, mainly they are in story and visuals, which are both stunning. The gameplay is fun and not just every once in a while like people say. Whatever. Go check this game out, it is really cool.… Expand
  16. TSapper
    Feb 25, 2015
    5
    Beautiful - with some odd screen width limiting. Would have made a great CGI movie or a tech demo for a new video card. Unfortunately this was supposed to be a game.

    Game mechanics and graphics quality reminded me of Ryse a bit - prettier but more clunky and much more limiting (hell no player, you cannot run when I want you to crawl/walk. The story is had potential but ended up being    Beautiful - with some odd screen width limiting. Would have made a great CGI movie or a tech demo for a new video card. Unfortunately this was supposed to be a game.

    Game mechanics and graphics quality reminded me of Ryse a bit - prettier but more clunky and much more limiting (hell no player, you cannot run when I want you to crawl/walk. The story is had potential but ended up being forgettable. AI is unforgivably bad for any game made in the last 5 years. I beat the game in just over 6 hours and won't play it again - GameStop will have my copy by Saturday. My biggest problem with The Order is not just the monstrous number of cutscreen/QT events but how badly they fit the story flow. Who in hades thought up that game-screwing crap?

    Graphics: 10 (possibly the prettiest video game ever)
    Gameplay: 2 (more QTE and cutscreens than true user-controlled action)
    Story: 5 (interesting ideas are alluded to but not delivered very well)
    Replayability: 0 (after one try, I have no reason to play again)

    Since this is a game, gameplay is paramount and wanting to play it again is critical. The Order fails miserably on both. Graphics/story can't come close to redeeming this game. I might be too generous with my overall score of 5.

    I'll buy the next one (The Order: 1887?) if, and only if, the stupid game controls make sense and QTE bs is cut by 90%+. Keep the graphics (without the screen shrink), give AI some smart pills, open up the world a lot and the new Order could be a great game. Hopefully there are enough Heavy Rain game type lovers out there to fund the next Order game.    … Expand
  17. TheD
    Feb 25, 2015
    9
    This game is one hell of a ride. The gunplay feels great, the atmosphere is superb, the story is interesting, I liked the characters and graphics are outstanding. It took me about 11 hours to beat so I`m fine with it. It has some flaws concerning gameplay but there are no real dealbreakers.
  18. LetoAtreides82
    Feb 25, 2015
    9
    Took me ten hours to beat it on medium, and I enjoyed every bit of it. Not many games out there that are set in the late 1800s, and the graphics are so good that it helped me get immersed in it. The final scene in the game has me excited about a sequel. Liked this game enough that I won't be trading it in, I'm going to try for the platinum.
  19. Forsaken1Kills
    Feb 25, 2015
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The Order 1866 is a lot like a Gears of War, but it has the tunnel vision that Final Fantasy 13 brought to that franchise. Now I know I may not sound like I am reflecting the score, but keep in mind there is more to read. The game has an excellent presentation, Solid to Ok gameplay mechanics, and a lot of empty. I will focus on the Good, Ok, and the bad in that order.

    The presentation is pretty much mind blowing, and I own a ultra high end PC, Xbox1, PS4, etc gaming system I have it. However, the visuals, audio, and just atmosphere in this game is just excellent. I like the lore and due to the way it is presented this game is aching for a 2nd and or maybe even a third game. A lot of the times there will be a beautiful cutscene and the game will pan out to a gameplay moment and I am sitting there waiting for something to happen, as I can not believe that this game is actually in real time. The cutscenes are great, but what makes them truly special is the acting which is on par with some of the best movies. The visuals and sound leaving nothing to be desired its just that good.

    Gameplay is where the game starts to drag not because they don't work well or are sloppy, but because utilization is not as deep as it could have been. The shooting feels as good or better then any cover shooter, the cover system is the best I've ever used. However, all enemies are funneled to their death and its just not enough or lacks any variation. The QTE are not all over the place as some had me believe, but rather minimalistic and appear in appropriate moments. I wish there was a hand to hand combat, and especially during spoiler**** when you face one of the lycans in the hospital**** I wish it had some sort of Batman Arkhan style combat system. Oh well its not bad just wish there was more and maybe more of a variation.

    Now my biggest gripe with the game it reminds me of the old school RE games on PlayStation one in a not good way. See the visuals are breath taking, and the environments are amazing; however, everything around you is dead... no pun intended. I mean Its all for show you do nothing with it, and when there is a interaction or collectible there is no notification that this is something special you found. The level of detail is sickening, and my biggest wish for this game is Sony allows Ready At Dawn to add some more menus and maybe a inventory system.

    I take two steps in the right direction and one back, but overall I have had great fun with it and is an excellent show piece of what current gen systems are capable visually. I hope that on the next games my issues with lack of quantity or variety in gameplay is addressed, and just maybe add a notification system when I find a cool item. This is a solid game and great entertainment and I will defiantly revisit it if any DLC or sequels are announced.    … Expand
  20. Mad-Marston
    Feb 25, 2015
    10
    First of all I should say, It's my personal view.
    I'm totally in love with this game. Loved it since I saw its first gameplay demos. It's has the best graphics and visuals I have ever seen in my life. Absolutely Gorgeous!! Just being able to move Galahad in the that amazingly detailed environment and with that smooth animation is top pleasure for me let alone getting into action with him.    First of all I should say, It's my personal view.
    I'm totally in love with this game. Loved it since I saw its first gameplay demos. It's has the best graphics and visuals I have ever seen in my life. Absolutely Gorgeous!! Just being able to move Galahad in the that amazingly detailed environment and with that smooth animation is top pleasure for me let alone getting into action with him. Shooting part is solid in my opinion but not mind blowing and that innovative, it's satisfying. I love to play online but for me it's not the top priority so I mainly focus on single player side. If you're a type of gamer who just wants gameplay and hours and hours of shooting and crafting and ... and going to compete online then definitely this game is not a choice for you. But you want to let your eyes enjoy beauty and at the same time getting involved into action, give it a try. Ready at Dawn! I really look forward for the sequel, even better than 1886. Great job!    … Expand
  21. andyb
    Feb 25, 2015
    9
    I am enjoying my time with the game... the QTEs could have been less... somethings like opening doors etc seem like QTEs because you get a prompt, but are actually regular actions activated by the action button.
  22. mike_mill
    Feb 25, 2015
    9
    PRESENTATION (GRAPHICS/SOUND)
    The audio-visual presentation of this game is truly remarkable. As of right now it has no peer in the video game industry. Truly a ground-breaking game in terms of production value. The game flows seamlessly from cut scenes to game action, and there is no visual drop off because all of the cut scenes were made with the in-game engine.
    The artistic    PRESENTATION (GRAPHICS/SOUND)
    The audio-visual presentation of this game is truly remarkable. As of right now it has no peer in the video game industry. Truly a ground-breaking game in terms of production value. The game flows seamlessly from cut scenes to game action, and there is no visual drop off because all of the cut scenes were made with the in-game engine.

    The artistic detail of the characters, their clothes, the environments around you… all stunning to look at. This stunning visual presentation is also matched by amazing audio. The character acting, the symphonic musical score, the sound effects of the action sequences… all of the audio presentation is astounding. I found that this peerless production value really lent to an incredibly immersive experience. This game is extremely atmospheric; Ready at Dawn did an amazing job of creating late 19th century London with a twist. One word can best describe the presentation value of this game: STUNNING.

    If you love movies and like a cool supernatural story then The Order is for you. This game was clearly intended for lovers of cinematic gaming experiences. The pacing and presentation of the game is very much in the Metal Gear Solid 4 mold, i.e. lots of cut scenes interlaced with gameplay sequences, flowing back and forth between the two and playing out like an interactive movie. If you’re a bro-gamer and just want to shoot dudes online then move on, this game isn’t for you. If you love movies and enjoy extremely well done cut scenes and want to experience a great cinematic experience then this game is what the doctor ordered.

    The plot starts out mysterious and sets you out on a path of investigation, trying to get to the bottom of apparent conspiracy. There is a very cool supernatural theme to the story, and there was a definite “oh snap!” surprise reveal in the middle of the game that was particularly cool. No story is worth a salt without great characters, and this game has great characters in spades. I particularly liked the main character, Sir Galahad. Great acting performance… GREAT character. All of the characters are brought to life by superb, Hollywood-quality acting and cinematography. All of the cut scenes felt like a dope Hollywood-quality movie. The dialogue was very well done, no cheese which can often be abundant in video game dialogue.

    On the negative side, I did find the ending of the game a bit abrupt and open-ended... and the game was too short!! I finished it in 7 hours. I would have really loved to have seen this game more in the 10-hour mold. The game was so enjoyable that I simply wanted a little more!

    There was clearly an intention by Ready at Dawn to leave things wide open for future sequels. This game definitely feels like the beginning of a franchise, and I know Ready at Dawn has stated they intend for it to be such. The story for 1886 was awesome overall and does a very entertaining job of introducing you to this amazing world that Ready at Dawn has built. Here’s hoping sales are strong enough for Sony to green-light another game and allow Ready at Dawn to continue fleshing out this dope universe they’ve created! I wanted more!

    GAMEPLAY
    The Order has been much maligned for being a “Gears of War” clone. I find this amusing as many other games have borrowed from the 3rd person cover-shooting formula that Gears pioneered. Uncharted, Mass Effect, Splinter Cell, The Last of Us come to mind. At this point in the industry the 3rd person cover-shooter is a well-established gameplay formula and genre and I find it truly incredible that many in the industry simply wanted anything and everything to levy against this game by using this tired critique.

    It is true that the gameplay in The Order is in the Gears of War mold. As stated, so are many other games. What is more important to note in my estimation is whether or not that gameplay formula was executed well. I’ve played other 3rd person cover shooters that felt cheap and under-polished. The gameplay here feels really good, very polished. The cover works well and the guns feel great. Adding to the quality of the gameplay was the amazing production value. All of the action had a very visceral feel with all the great-looking gun effects and explosions. I also found the guns felt great and were fun to shoot. There was definitely a 19th century steam-punk feel to the weaponry. And I have to give a special shout out to the Thermite Rifle. This was my favorite gun from the game and was easily one of the coolest and most innovative guns I’ve even seen grace a shooter, ever. The Thermite rifle was amazing!

    OVERALL SUMMARY
    I really, really enjoyed this game. It was right in my wheelhouse as I love cinematic gaming experiences and 3rd person cover-shooting gameplay. The story… the great characters… the immersive atmosphere… the fun gameplay… all of this kept me fully engaged and hungry to keep playing to find out what happens next.    … Expand
  23. CanadianSk8er
    Feb 25, 2015
    7
    The Order is a fun game with an interesting story. Unfortunately it's pretty short and has zero replay value which makes it a tough suggestion for a $60-70 purchase. It's set a great foundation for a potential series to grow off of. Kind of reminded me of the first Gears of War but would have benefited from the coop and multiplayer additions that game provided. In a way, I applaud theThe Order is a fun game with an interesting story. Unfortunately it's pretty short and has zero replay value which makes it a tough suggestion for a $60-70 purchase. It's set a great foundation for a potential series to grow off of. Kind of reminded me of the first Gears of War but would have benefited from the coop and multiplayer additions that game provided. In a way, I applaud the developers for not tacking on a crap multiplayer game (I'm looking at you tomb raider), but after all is said and done its linear nature (even the trophy list is almost too easily achievable) is a detriment. Definitely worth a play through, just wait for a price drop.… Expand
  24. kellkerrick
    Feb 25, 2015
    10
    I really like The Order: 1886 and will definitely be on board for a sequel. The graphics are absolutely stunning and the soundtrack is wonderful. The production values are top notch. Much criticism has been laid on the abundance of cutscenes, length of the game, quick time events and the black bars. I savor cutscenes and have no problems with QTEs and the black bars so I don't see them asI really like The Order: 1886 and will definitely be on board for a sequel. The graphics are absolutely stunning and the soundtrack is wonderful. The production values are top notch. Much criticism has been laid on the abundance of cutscenes, length of the game, quick time events and the black bars. I savor cutscenes and have no problems with QTEs and the black bars so I don't see them as negatives. The one criticism that I completely agree with is that the story ended too quickly when things were just starting to get really compelling. I was left wanting more :(

    Gameplay is a guided experience that fits the game's cinematic ambitions. It's a hybrid of third-person shooting, quick time events, stealth, and a couple of mini-games. The game manages to balance all these different mechanics nicely in my opinion. I mentioned "guided experience" because the game does limit your weapon options during certain segments. Also, you know when a firefight is coming from Galahad's automatic stance.

    I personally love story-driven single-player games and The Order: 1886 is comparable to my favorites such as The Last of Us, Uncharted, Dragon Age, Mass Effect, Heavy Rain, and Beyond: Two Souls.

    All in all, Ready at Dawn did a commendable job developing their first major title. The game is not perfect but I hope RaD can build upon the foundation laid with The Order: 1886 to give us an even better experience in the potential sequel. I give it an 8 out of 10 (but rating it higher because I feel critics have been too harsh with their scoring and are depriving potential fans of a great cinematic gaming experience).    … Expand
  25. khenry
    Feb 25, 2015
    9
    Really enjoyed the game. I am not a gamer that likes to blast through games just to get to the ending or to sell as quickly as possible. I really stop to enjoy my surrounds so I don't fall into the game length issues. The Graphics are amazing, the sound is great and the story is very interesting. The game play is perfectly suitable, in fact I think its fun. I am in the group thatReally enjoyed the game. I am not a gamer that likes to blast through games just to get to the ending or to sell as quickly as possible. I really stop to enjoy my surrounds so I don't fall into the game length issues. The Graphics are amazing, the sound is great and the story is very interesting. The game play is perfectly suitable, in fact I think its fun. I am in the group that actually enjoys QTE's, my only issue is that sometimes they come out of the blue and I have to retry and then get through it with out any challenge. I am very much looking forward to a sequel, I'm not worried about a longer game. What I would like to see is collectibles that are more meaningful, I dont care about holding up a music box and turning it in my hands and the audiologs are very random to the main plot but they do help set the tone of the world. Great job RAD!… Expand
  26. snakeisback
    Feb 25, 2015
    10
    The game is not full of innovation. But it does all the right moves and its doing the right. In the end it left me craving for more, which is great. I hope for a sequel guys!!!
  27. Musbayn
    Feb 25, 2015
    10
    A great game with an awesome immersing experience. I recommend it despite all the slanders this game is receiving unjustly. Please, don't listen to the haters and enjoy a very mature and deep adventure.
  28. ceejonahh
    Feb 25, 2015
    4
    I will just get to the point. Graphics are great! The game itself is Boring! My roommate walked in while I was playing and thought I was watching a new movie. That is exactly what it felt like, as it only seems like half of the game is actually playing. For sixty bucks I expect to play not watch. I should have waited instead of pre-ordering this game. I think I will in the future. NotI will just get to the point. Graphics are great! The game itself is Boring! My roommate walked in while I was playing and thought I was watching a new movie. That is exactly what it felt like, as it only seems like half of the game is actually playing. For sixty bucks I expect to play not watch. I should have waited instead of pre-ordering this game. I think I will in the future. Not worth it if you don't know how the game is going to play. I bought the game Friday and was finished Saturday!! What a waste! I am now back to playing the only other game I feel worth anything and that's just because it has multiplayer on it. If playstation 4 is offering this sort of entertainment in the future that will just be sad. Perhaps I will take a break from gaming...maybe actually go to a movie!… Expand
  29. DanielKose
    Feb 25, 2015
    10
    I stopped reading critics reviews a while ago. And luckily for that cause i might have missed out on this gem based on their review score.

    This game has it all: An interesting story Believable characters Amazing atmosphere Intense action/gunfights And the best graphics, litterly the best graphics I've seen. This game has balance, you get into heavy gun fights then off to a    I stopped reading critics reviews a while ago. And luckily for that cause i might have missed out on this gem based on their review score.

    This game has it all:
    An interesting story
    Believable characters
    Amazing atmosphere
    Intense action/gunfights
    And the best graphics, litterly the best graphics I've seen.

    This game has balance, you get into heavy gun fights then off to a consuming story part then off to cinematics and then back into the action. Everything is very well balanced.
    The content is mature, and am i happy for that, as i grow older i get more and more tired of cartoonish protagonist and stereotype villians, you won't find any of that here.

    Try this game at your friends house then run out and buy it cause you will definitely miss out on a grand game if you pass on this one.
    I really cannot understand all the hate this game has gotten. Two thumbs up for delivering such a great experience..    … Expand
  30. Nathaniel_Wu
    Feb 25, 2015
    9
    This game is not so good if you consider it as a typical TPS, but nearly a master piece as a movie experience game.
    Of course many people is disappointed by the length of the story, but I enjoyed it, and I love the experience of the whole game, gorgeous graphics, complicated story, and terrific handling, personally.
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#24 Most Shared PS4 Game of 2015

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Mixed or average reviews - based on 94 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 30 out of 94
  2. Mixed: 53 out of 94
  3. Negative: 11 out of 94
  1. Games Master UK
    May 6, 2015
    61
    A limp story, repetitive combat and lack of agency take the shine off a great technical achievement. [May 2015, p.64]
  2. Playstation Official Magazine UK
    Apr 22, 2015
    50
    Visually it's everything you could have hoped for, but the compromises required to reach that fidelity, and moments of narcissism as a result of it, are hugely damaging. [Apr 2015, p.81]
  3. Washington Post
    Apr 6, 2015
    40
    Although the storyline invokes weighty subjects like colonialization and socioeconomic inequality, it fails to address these topics in any substantive way. Ditto the game’s dialogue, which contains flourishes of eloquence that founder because, as pleasing as the words are to the ear, the actions they affect have no bite.
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