The Order: 1886

 PlayStation 4
  • Publisher: SCEA
  • Release Date: Feb 20, 2015
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6.8

Mixed or average reviews- based on 4074 Ratings

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  3. Negative: 874 out of 4074
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  1. Azgar5991
    Aug 8, 2015
    5
    I got to say this game as some of the most awsome graphics i ever seen, but i was expecting more, the gameplay is good, the story not that bad, the game is really short it looks more like a prologue and its full price, a tons of walking scenes, most of time its just walking and tons Quick Time Events. I was expecting more gameplay more hours of gamplay a more deep playing than this. TheI got to say this game as some of the most awsome graphics i ever seen, but i was expecting more, the gameplay is good, the story not that bad, the game is really short it looks more like a prologue and its full price, a tons of walking scenes, most of time its just walking and tons Quick Time Events. I was expecting more gameplay more hours of gamplay a more deep playing than this. The game is not that bad but isnt that awsome.… Expand
  2. Spidor
    Aug 23, 2015
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Just shy of greatness, The Order 1886 has a lot going for it. Everything in its production is flawless - graphics, animations, sound, music and technology cannot get enough rave reviews. So is the world of the game, which is rich and detailed. Mechanically, most of the game is a very narrative-driven Gears of War 'em-up.

    Where I feel it fails, is the plot; specifically, what it does not tell, rather than what it does. The world seems interesting, The Order is a mysterious enough concept, but with crap hitting the fan with a rebellion and what-not before the word go, we never get to explore it before falling apart. We barely touch on any characters for that matter, either. And when your game is a fairly brief cinematic experience, that's an understandable deal breaker for many.

    A longer prelude, a slower burning decent into rebellion and madness, and a little more focus on the supernatural premise that sent this game on its path to collide with its own fans' expectations would have allowed for a great cinematic experience; as it stands, I hope they learned their lesson, and I cannot wait for a sequel.

    PS: tacked-on multiplayer doesn't add replayability. It adds bullet points to the back of the box. I'm happy with the emphasis on single-player, and no points were deducted for a lack of a crappy deathmatch mode.    … Expand
  3. imtiaz_raaz
    Sep 6, 2015
    8
    Its a good game. You will obviously enjoy this game. Graphics is too good. Story is also decent. But its also have some lacking. 1st its don't have any online game play and 2ndly the game is short. You can easily complete this game in 5-6 hours.
  4. JDmax
    Sep 22, 2015
    8
    The game provides the ultimate graphic experience, cinematic presentation and atmosphere. The soundtrack is a perfect fit for the character of the game and will surely amaze you. The gameplay is very fun except from the moments of extended interactive cinematics that gets you really bored. Furthermore it lacks duration as when you finish the game you feel that you did not get enough. IThe game provides the ultimate graphic experience, cinematic presentation and atmosphere. The soundtrack is a perfect fit for the character of the game and will surely amaze you. The gameplay is very fun except from the moments of extended interactive cinematics that gets you really bored. Furthermore it lacks duration as when you finish the game you feel that you did not get enough. I think that this game has the potential to become a great franchise if the developers consider the cons of the first game. Overall, this game is surely underrated by critics and is worth your time playing it. It is just not much of a time!… Expand
  5. Hachafaill001
    Feb 18, 2019
    7
    Haber, The order juego de 2015 a dos años de iniciar generacion.
    Vendido como el gran exclusivo de ps4 con unos graficos de 10 y historia que hasta ese momento se vei interesante dejando de lado los anuncios y pasando a jugar.
    The order, Aun que sus graficos son muy buenos aun en 2019 a 4 años estan decentes fue una decepcion tanto como de critica como de usarios una historia no sin mas    Haber, The order juego de 2015 a dos años de iniciar generacion.
    Vendido como el gran exclusivo de ps4 con unos graficos de 10 y historia que hasta ese momento se vei interesante dejando de lado los anuncios y pasando a jugar.
    The order, Aun que sus graficos son muy buenos aun en 2019 a 4 años estan decentes fue una decepcion tanto como de critica como de usarios una historia no sin mas palabras "sosa" y aburrida un gameplay que aun que en un principio es bueno mostrando variedad de armas pasa a ser repetitivo y cancino en muy poco tiempo lo cual es curioso siendo que la historia dura no mas de 6 horas lo cual la gran mayoría son cinematicas, esto hace que se pierda fácilmente la inmersión dentro de ella y te sientas desconectado con tal juego la verdad solo lo recomendaría si esta en oferta tipo 6, 7 dolares    … Expand
  6. Datamari
    Nov 8, 2015
    5
    Boring, but it's not bad.
    The Order 1886 is a cover-shooter that takes place in the 1800s, and it's a lot less than you'd expect. The story is engaging, but the pacing is slow, and I easily got bored in the first hour. The game features quick-time events, but that's most of what you do if you're not actually playing the game. There's too many quick-time events, and that's not a good    Boring, but it's not bad.
    The Order 1886 is a cover-shooter that takes place in the 1800s, and it's a lot less than you'd expect. The story is engaging, but the pacing is slow, and I easily got bored in the first hour. The game features quick-time events, but that's most of what you do if you're not actually playing the game. There's too many quick-time events, and that's not a good thing, especially if that's most of the game. I will admit, and you're lying the yourself if you say differently: this game is beautiful in terms of graphics. However, the game tries to be a cinematic experience by always being in widescreen, and it's really annoying. I fully respect Sony for setting the game in the 1800s though, it's a neat concept, but unfortunately, they more focused on a good-looking game other than making the game fun.
    Overall, The Order:1886 is like a bad Hollywood superstar; it's gorgeous, but failed to execute what makes a game good: enjoyability. While it stood up in graphics, the game suffered the cost of freedom.

    The Order: 1886 gets a 5/10.    … Expand
  7. JSM85
    Oct 11, 2015
    8
    The Order 1886 is more than a good game. It is very fun to play because of the variety of weapons and the great story. Of course it is no masterpiece, but it is a perfect game for a rainy weekend on which you want to start and finish an exciting game.
  8. tomyvengeance7
    May 5, 2019
    10
    Amazing game, with amazing storie ,great characters, and good gunplay ......
  9. SleepNot
    Mar 28, 2020
    8
    I love this game! Very good action and director's work! Yes it's short but I had very good time with this game.
  10. mrw0lfe
    Nov 4, 2015
    8
    Campaign is a bit short, but mostly good.
    The only negative thing about it is the excessive QTE's.
    Apart from that it's not a bad game at all.Certainly a game that goes against what critics said
  11. Borgees
    Sep 25, 2016
    5
    Infelizmente esse jogo foi uma das maiores decepções do ano de 2015. Estava com um imenso Hype pra esse jogo, parecia ser um TPS de primeira que, assim como Uncharted, superaria Gears of War, mas foi uma completa decepção, muito diálogo e pouca ação, embora tenha uma história promissora, foi muito mal aproveitada. Espero com certeza uma boa sequência desse game com mais ação e históriaInfelizmente esse jogo foi uma das maiores decepções do ano de 2015. Estava com um imenso Hype pra esse jogo, parecia ser um TPS de primeira que, assim como Uncharted, superaria Gears of War, mas foi uma completa decepção, muito diálogo e pouca ação, embora tenha uma história promissora, foi muito mal aproveitada. Espero com certeza uma boa sequência desse game com mais ação e história mais bem elaborada. Ele tem potencial.… Expand
  12. Fade88
    Mar 26, 2016
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game is son of Rome for ps4 but much much better. It is (unbelievably) better looking than RSOR and holds within it a gripping and exciting cover based shooter with a little more story than shooting. It deserves an 8 but I give it a 10 simply because it aims high and most don't appreciate it for what it is, a victim of its own hype. Now that you can get it for £10 there is no reason not to play this game, roll on a much improved sequel. Simply beautiful… Expand
  13. RoguePaladin
    Mar 1, 2016
    5
    Decent gameplay, breathtakingly gorgeous graphics, solid intrigue and story. Why such a low score? It felt like only the first third of a full game, and many features just felt barely used. Weapons were well done and interesting, but such a small selection. Practically no exploration whatsoever. The story started really well, but the ending felt more like the middle of the story. So manyDecent gameplay, breathtakingly gorgeous graphics, solid intrigue and story. Why such a low score? It felt like only the first third of a full game, and many features just felt barely used. Weapons were well done and interesting, but such a small selection. Practically no exploration whatsoever. The story started really well, but the ending felt more like the middle of the story. So many gameplay mechanics that could have been expanded on in how and why they're used, but they just ended up being filler. There's so much potential for tons more, both in gameplay and in story, but it falls short of all of those. I finished it in less than 6 hours, which is both a first for me and thoroughly disappointing. Barely worth $20; not sure I can really recommend it to anyone. In these respects, the game has too much in common with the Star Trek game on Xbox 360 - so much misused or squandered potential for depth and replayability.… Expand
  14. filip92
    Jul 11, 2022
    8
    Don't tell what others say to you, the graphics aren't the only good stuff here. The theme, the atmosphere, the clashes with the werewolves are very good. Unique game, a little bit underrated.
  15. Charpie6194
    Jan 4, 2016
    9
    A very underrated game I am happy I tried. Had a gamestop gift card leftover from Christmas and saw this game on sale. Bought it with low expectations and was blown away by all the negative reviews. The immersion I experienced and the awesome graphics definitely were the best parts about this game. As many have said it is not a traditional shooter but I enjoyed the simple combat system.A very underrated game I am happy I tried. Had a gamestop gift card leftover from Christmas and saw this game on sale. Bought it with low expectations and was blown away by all the negative reviews. The immersion I experienced and the awesome graphics definitely were the best parts about this game. As many have said it is not a traditional shooter but I enjoyed the simple combat system. The story is interesting and keeps you wanting more and the only negative is the length which I find a controversial subject. If you end up finding it on sale I would definitely give it a try, I was happy I did.… Expand
  16. stamito
    Feb 12, 2016
    8
    I get why people is giving such crappy scores to this game. For me, one of the main reasons is that this game has not managed expectations properly and the marketing campaign was wrong.

    I don’t know about you guys, but before this game was released I read quite a bit about it in my videogames magazines and it was always sold as a 3rd person shooter. Well, the thing is, that for me is    I get why people is giving such crappy scores to this game. For me, one of the main reasons is that this game has not managed expectations properly and the marketing campaign was wrong.

    I don’t know about you guys, but before this game was released I read quite a bit about it in my videogames magazines and it was always sold as a 3rd person shooter. Well, the thing is, that for me is not a pure 3rd person shooter (let’s say as Uncharted or Tomb raider), and it was advertised as one. So yes, If you go and buy this game expecting the see the next uncharted or whatever you will be massively disappointed.
    So what is this game? I’d say is somewhere between Until dawn kind of games and Uncharted. It has a bit of Until Dawn in terms of the game being focused on a story rather than on game play. This means you’ll have quite a few cut-scenes, some of them long and quite a bit of the action is in the form of QTEs. It is just a bit like Until dawn, because it is obviously not so good at giving you choices of what to say or to do (actually it gives you none). On the other hand is a bit like uncharted, meaning you have some really good shootouts (the mechanics are really good) but then there is no plataforming at all. So summarising, that’s why I said is a bit between Uncharted and until dawn, it is none of them but something in between. The order is a story driven game, where you walk around a bit and you take control for the shooting. This means the game is not great as an adventure like game (e.g. until dawn) and not great as a shooter (e.g. Uncharted) but what’s good is very good.

    The setting is awesome and I am not talking about the graphics (and yes, they are very enjoyable). I am talking about the atmosphere as a whole. It is kind of a bit realistic, mixed with fantasy, very dark, simply a great universe. The story and the characters are good, not awesome but quite good, much better than in most thriller movies. The shooting mechanics are very well implemented; shooting feels good, and very enjoyable and using the right kind of weapon makes a difference I think.

    So yes, if you know what you’re against when you get this game, I think you’ll find it very enjoyable. If you are expecting a very specific genre (3rd person shooter) you’ll be disappointed because it is just not that. It is not a masterpiece and it is quite average as a 3rd person shooter or an adventure game but it is quite good as a weird mixture of those two genres.    … Expand
  17. Xinra68
    Jan 25, 2016
    5
    This is probably the best looking video-game that I'm seen on the PlayStation 4 so far. Unfortunately as stunning as the graphics were, the game-play is severely lacking. This plays more along the lines of a Telltale Games titles with it's scripted option, and visual indicators for combat. The story was short, and I feel that the developer could've done more here. Maybe we'll see a sequel,This is probably the best looking video-game that I'm seen on the PlayStation 4 so far. Unfortunately as stunning as the graphics were, the game-play is severely lacking. This plays more along the lines of a Telltale Games titles with it's scripted option, and visual indicators for combat. The story was short, and I feel that the developer could've done more here. Maybe we'll see a sequel, or perhaps some DLC down the pike. Overall this game is worth getting if you can pay under $20 USD, in my opinion. This was also a very easy Platinum trophy to get on PS4, if you're a trophy hunter.… Expand
  18. theSinisterFox
    Feb 25, 2016
    8
    Well I'll start by saying that critics either user or editorial should take into consideration that maybe the game may not appeal to the tastes of the one writing the review and that is exactly what happened to destroy the reputation of the game. It's simple common sense that if you go in and being pucky about all the little things that don't tickle your fancy the you give the game a badWell I'll start by saying that critics either user or editorial should take into consideration that maybe the game may not appeal to the tastes of the one writing the review and that is exactly what happened to destroy the reputation of the game. It's simple common sense that if you go in and being pucky about all the little things that don't tickle your fancy the you give the game a bad rep and then all the robots will follow in that reviewers footsteps. To those who appreciated the game I salute you and I feel that is still hope yet. The game is short but anything longer would have just been filler and would have been bad for the game. The story is magnificient, MATURE. The grahics are ... well nothing less than breathtaking. That all put together created something that would for me a lasting appeal. Bottom line if you want a sandbox style game by all means go play one. I you want different experience that you will not get bored of in the first playthrough, and will probably go for a next play just cause it was that good, then by all means join the order. Always appreciate what is brought to the table and don't be too quick to judge and you might be pleasantly surprise.… Expand
  19. tembargo
    Mar 20, 2016
    8
    The game is underrated I guess. The story is great, the characters, atmosphere, gameplay is great. It's a beautiful game.
    It's a bit short okay and sometimes the "point and click" stuff come too often. But anyway I'm happy to have finished the game it was great :)
    I really they are planning to do the sequel :D
  20. Kurgaan
    Mar 20, 2016
    9
    I was put off this game by some friends and reviews however when I found it available for five bucks I thought I would check it out. I am glad I did... Whilst the actual game mechanics are a little lacking it is not the worst FPS I have played and the graphics are truly amazing. The best element for me though was the story... Yeah it can be a bit obvious but so what it is still well toldI was put off this game by some friends and reviews however when I found it available for five bucks I thought I would check it out. I am glad I did... Whilst the actual game mechanics are a little lacking it is not the worst FPS I have played and the graphics are truly amazing. The best element for me though was the story... Yeah it can be a bit obvious but so what it is still well told and full of ups and downs.… Expand
  21. Johny22
    Apr 5, 2016
    7
    Безумно красивая игра. И дело даже не в технической части - а в проработке мира, во внимании к деталям, в правильной режиссуре. Отличная атмосфера, которая затягивает и не отпускает, но при этом полностью посредственный геймплей, которого очень мало, глупейшие противники и море нераскрытого потенциала. Очень надеюсь, что разработчики учтут все минусы и промахи и исправятся в следующейБезумно красивая игра. И дело даже не в технической части - а в проработке мира, во внимании к деталям, в правильной режиссуре. Отличная атмосфера, которая затягивает и не отпускает, но при этом полностью посредственный геймплей, которого очень мало, глупейшие противники и море нераскрытого потенциала. Очень надеюсь, что разработчики учтут все минусы и промахи и исправятся в следующей части. Главное для нового ip - сделать интересный новый мир и сеттинг, у них удалось.… Expand
  22. Darkmegacyber
    Apr 14, 2016
    5
    Es una de las experiencias graficas mas satisfactorias que hay. Eso hay que aplaudirlo. La historia se pudo haber explotado de una manera expectacular ya que el tema era interesante (lobos y vampiros) pero es en lo que menos enfoca el juego. Solo 4 peleas con lobos y ninguna con vampiros. El juego es mas pasillero que los Gears of Wars (por el tamaño de los pasillos, diminutos) El juego teEs una de las experiencias graficas mas satisfactorias que hay. Eso hay que aplaudirlo. La historia se pudo haber explotado de una manera expectacular ya que el tema era interesante (lobos y vampiros) pero es en lo que menos enfoca el juego. Solo 4 peleas con lobos y ninguna con vampiros. El juego es mas pasillero que los Gears of Wars (por el tamaño de los pasillos, diminutos) El juego te deja queriendo mas, pero no por la duracion (que es casi nada, en un dia te lo pasas sin complicarte mucho) sino porque el tema del juego era bueno. Lastima. Recomendable solo para los que le gusten los graficos sin jugabilidad.… Expand
  23. TharduzGDL
    Apr 12, 2016
    6
    GOOD: Graphics are really great, some action scenes are entertaining, good mission structure.
    BAD: Game play feels really old, black lines, not much action, sometime are really boring, too much cinematic, zero replay ability.
  24. fuky
    Apr 12, 2016
    5
    I remember seeing previews of this game and thinking The Order 1886 was going to be a fantastic game, but I was wrong.

    The positive The graphics are really impressive Has good story The bad The gameplay or lack of gameplay. Story and graphics help a game, but the most important thing for a game to be enjoyable is the gameplay. This game is basically segments of cut-scenes    I remember seeing previews of this game and thinking The Order 1886 was going to be a fantastic game, but I was wrong.

    The positive

    The graphics are really impressive
    Has good story

    The bad

    The gameplay or lack of gameplay.

    Story and graphics help a game, but the most important thing for a game to be enjoyable is the gameplay.
    This game is basically segments of cut-scenes with small portions of gameplay.
    I got so annoyed that I wish I had the option to skip the small sections of gameplay and watch it like a movie.    … Expand
  25. HiramPVR
    Apr 12, 2016
    5
    El juego en si es un gran avance a nivel tecnico, la movilidad deja mucho que desear y en especial por los quick time events, aclaro que a mi punto de vista no es un juego malo, por lo contrario es un juego que sobresale por sus graficos y por meter un nuevo genero a la industria de los videojuegos, la forma de crear un medio casi cinematografico, pero la parte negativa es que no deja unEl juego en si es un gran avance a nivel tecnico, la movilidad deja mucho que desear y en especial por los quick time events, aclaro que a mi punto de vista no es un juego malo, por lo contrario es un juego que sobresale por sus graficos y por meter un nuevo genero a la industria de los videojuegos, la forma de crear un medio casi cinematografico, pero la parte negativa es que no deja un personaje memorable o una rejugabilidad deseada, aunque lo acabes en dificultad mas elevada solo ofrece a lo mucho de 7 a 8 horas de juego, despues de eso de haberlo terminado, no me he visto la necesidad de volver a jugarlo. a mi punto de vista un juego que pueden darle la oportunidad estando a un buen precio. vale la pena probarlo pero no esperen a que sea un juego de completa satisfaccion.… Expand
  26. yoyo321
    Apr 25, 2016
    5
    Buenas, un juego que luce bastante bien, a pesar de esas bandas negras.

    El juego es super corto y con alquilartelo un fin de semana te vale para pasartelo, no te van a quedar ganas de rejugarlo.

    Nada que ver con la expectación que se creó.

    Le doy un 5.

    Un saludo.
  27. Empyrea
    Jul 25, 2023
    7
    If you like a steampunk style game with some fantasy in it this must be a good option. The game is short: probably about 7-8 hours and it has very good graphics, and cinematics. Gameplay is good, with different kinds of weapons. Voices in Spanish are good. I feel this game should have last at least 2 more hours to give it a proper ending and get deeper into the story. If the ending hadIf you like a steampunk style game with some fantasy in it this must be a good option. The game is short: probably about 7-8 hours and it has very good graphics, and cinematics. Gameplay is good, with different kinds of weapons. Voices in Spanish are good. I feel this game should have last at least 2 more hours to give it a proper ending and get deeper into the story. If the ending had been less opened I would have give it a 7'5. It deserves a sequel.… Expand
  28. maddmann99
    May 19, 2016
    6
    The Order or, more appropriately, The Rental: 1886, is a short but decent game. The graphics are impressive and the combat was actually semi-exciting, but nothing special. It *is* a step above generic, but it's nowhere near a great game.

    The story felt like there wasn't much effort put into it by the writers and the ending was anticlimactic. I think the writers were shooting for a    The Order or, more appropriately, The Rental: 1886, is a short but decent game. The graphics are impressive and the combat was actually semi-exciting, but nothing special. It *is* a step above generic, but it's nowhere near a great game.

    The story felt like there wasn't much effort put into it by the writers and the ending was anticlimactic. I think the writers were shooting for a cliffhanger but, unfortunately, they failed in that aspect. And usually I don't mind linearity if it's in a well-executed game (like Metal Gear Solid), but in The Order, it just doesn't work out.

    While it's a graphically beautiful game and the combat mechanics are decent, The Order left me wanting more, and there's practically no replay value to it at all. I'd say it's a game worth playing through once, but it's not worth the hefty price tag it still fetches at Gamestop.    … Expand
  29. iStampede
    Aug 16, 2016
    5
    The Order: 1886 is a mediocre game, at best. While visually impressive, the story is lackluster and the gameplay is bland.

    With a 6 hour long campaign, and absolutely no incentive to replay it, The Order: 1886 is a third person shooter that adds nothing new to the formula. It's full of quicktime events, generic weapons (a very few have an interesting "alt" mode), extremely painful    The Order: 1886 is a mediocre game, at best. While visually impressive, the story is lackluster and the gameplay is bland.

    With a 6 hour long campaign, and absolutely no incentive to replay it, The Order: 1886 is a third person shooter that adds nothing new to the formula. It's full of quicktime events, generic weapons (a very few have an interesting "alt" mode), extremely painful stealth sections (with a horrible sneaking and cover mechanics) and a good few collectibles that add little to the experience.

    The story is bland and full of cliche twists and turns and ends on a rather unsatisfactory way, making you wonder if this was supposed to be a prologue of some sort, and introductory chapter to a bigger, better story.

    Visuals are the high point of the game, with nicely detailed and dark toned environments of an alternative Victorian England. Another redeeming quality is the good performance from its voice actors, who had a very good delivery, despite the bland and uninspiring script.

    Overall, this is a mediocre experience. If you're still curious, I recommend you get this game cheap or try to get a friend to lend it to you.    … Expand
  30. barryburton
    Nov 5, 2020
    7
    A fairly satisfying experience overall. Still looks top class 5 years later, its slowness being the obvious compromise. Combat feels like sub-par Uncharted, it needed to be less stiff and use the "science weapons" more. The story is entertaining and introduces us to in interesting world. I was happy it wasn't long and drawn out.
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#5 Most Discussed PS4 Game of 2015
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#24 Most Shared PS4 Game of 2015

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63

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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