The Walking Dead: Saints & Sinners

 PlayStation 4
User Score
8.3

Generally favorable reviews- based on 76 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 60 out of 76
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 76
  3. Negative: 9 out of 76

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  1. chrishackwood
    May 20, 2020
    10
    Easily the best zombie game on PSVR and the most satisfying melee combat on PSVR (just youtube some of the things you can do with melee weapons). No gameplay mechanic feels wasted - it all serves a purpose. (whether that's world/character building). There's a day/night cycle and (like DyingLight) the zombies get more numerous at night. And as each day goes on the zombie numbers increaseEasily the best zombie game on PSVR and the most satisfying melee combat on PSVR (just youtube some of the things you can do with melee weapons). No gameplay mechanic feels wasted - it all serves a purpose. (whether that's world/character building). There's a day/night cycle and (like DyingLight) the zombies get more numerous at night. And as each day goes on the zombie numbers increase leading to a good gameplay trade off - do i scavenge for more supplies in the first few days to buff my character or do I complete the story mission (but with limited resources). There's also a perma death system if you die you have to collect you items where you died before the end of the day or they're gone for good.

    Pro Tip: if you find a frying pan in the game keep hold of it - it's the best weapon in the game (never breaks and can be used for melee combat and to block bullets, doesn't require much stamina to use either - you can even duel wield them!!!)    … Expand
  2. Nican
    Aug 5, 2020
    7
    The game is pretty good, but lets face it, controls on the PS4 move are very awkward.
    Combine that with a relatively high difficulty, it can be pretty frustrating.
  3. JonnyMenthol
    Jun 12, 2020
    10
    A highly underrated game, thee best VR survival horror as long as you don't count Re7 and among the best VR games even before it's unrivalled polish and use of VR to make something so fun. Every kill feels visceral and doesn't seem to get old and every looting run feels immensely rewarding.
    It's so far beyond what I was expecting and it may not deserve a full ten but in my book it's    A highly underrated game, thee best VR survival horror as long as you don't count Re7 and among the best VR games even before it's unrivalled polish and use of VR to make something so fun. Every kill feels visceral and doesn't seem to get old and every looting run feels immensely rewarding.
    It's so far beyond what I was expecting and it may not deserve a full ten but in my book it's closer to ten than to nine.
    VR now has another genre in which there is the best in genre and this is it for Zombie games like Catch & Release was it for Fishing, Creed was it for boxing, Beatsaber for rhythm games, Blasters of the universe for bullet hells, Astrobot was the case for 3d platformers and wipeout VR was so for arcade racing.    … Expand
  4. DixieRay
    May 20, 2020
    10
    You can stab a zombie in the face with a spoon... what more could you possibly want!
  5. LifesPadawan
    May 21, 2020
    10
    To breathe is to live. To game is to be alive. This game brings you to a whole new world. A world filled with anxiety of the unknown, fear of the unseen, the triumph of success, and the joy of a safe raft home.

    Once you put your headset on the real world disappears as this game can truly immerse you in the rich environments and split second life or death decisions. Words can not    To breathe is to live. To game is to be alive. This game brings you to a whole new world. A world filled with anxiety of the unknown, fear of the unseen, the triumph of success, and the joy of a safe raft home.

    Once you put your headset on the real world disappears as this game can truly immerse you in the rich environments and split second life or death decisions. Words can not describe this game, I can only recommend to others to try out this experience themselves.    … Expand
  6. FossilWave
    May 20, 2020
    10
    Only 4 hours in but still feel like there is so much to explore!

    The physics are amazing, the environment is amazing, so far the story is amazing, and the combat is amazing.

    Probably the best game of 2020 so far, and maybe will be for the entire year
  7. junkmale86
    Jul 27, 2020
    0
    This game SUCKS. Even the crafted weapons don't last very long, and the firearms are so flimsy and unwieldy (like the bolt-action rifle), that it takes forever to slide the rack back and then reengage. SUCKS. If you want to be clever, at least make the weapons more hardy and intuitive. I don't have 9 hours a day to play one mission because I can't get into a camp, with 20 guys (who alsoThis game SUCKS. Even the crafted weapons don't last very long, and the firearms are so flimsy and unwieldy (like the bolt-action rifle), that it takes forever to slide the rack back and then reengage. SUCKS. If you want to be clever, at least make the weapons more hardy and intuitive. I don't have 9 hours a day to play one mission because I can't get into a camp, with 20 guys (who also seem to find me with their first shot), with a **** bolt-action rifle and a bat. SUCKS.… Expand
  8. Ali2018k
    May 26, 2020
    10
    This is quite simply a stunning zombie psvr game, the best on psvr in my opinion, it has a proper story campaign, hunting for resources to survive, the best melee combat i’ve seen on any psvr game yet, great graphics, it is a stunning game, must play! ⭐️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
  9. Crassalda
    May 20, 2020
    10
    Got the game on PC but I have to work a lot and due to sensitive information on it, I can't have my family use it. However the game is so good I had to get it on PS4 so everyone can enjoy it.

    It's one of my wife's first games and she now calls herself a "gamer". The kids and I get a laugh when we randomly hear yeps and jumps from the living room. 10/10! The whole family loves it!
  10. Suffaire
    May 20, 2020
    10
    This game is incredible. The immersion is top tier to the point that it causes me stress and freaks me out, in a fun way. Hands down the best VR experience I have had.
  11. nnevill
    Aug 25, 2021
    10
    After Blood&Truth I've though that I saw everything what PS VR could propose. But Saints & Sinners it's another level. It's sort of open world VR game with zombies. It took about 12-15 hours to finish the main line and you can proceed playing, looting, fighting zombies etc. It's supercool here to kill zombies with melee weapon. Use guns only for people!!! And craft catana - catana is awesome!!
  12. Taprillo
    May 20, 2020
    10
    This game fully blew away my expectations. I was expecting something sort of fun at first, but got dry after a while and that is not the case at all. The story truly feels like a AAA experience and the game overall is super immersive. If you are on the edge, buy it. It truly is worth it.
  13. CheifJess
    May 20, 2020
    10
    It's game like these that gives me hope that VR isn't just a gimmick. This is one of the few games that feels like more than just a tech demo. A true Must Have for any PSVR user.
  14. DeathStrider
    May 20, 2020
    10
    The game is amazing! I have been a fan of the walking dead since the first episode went live on AMC and was super hyped to play it on PSVR.

    This is the kind of game you start, hours go by, and all the sudden you forgot to sleep and have to rush to work. it's THAT good.
  15. killaparker
    May 20, 2020
    10
    Very good, i like it a lot, the survival the weapons it all comes together to make a very good VR game, one I will, and do play more then any other.
  16. Volcanium
    May 20, 2020
    10
    A game that my friends who don't game very often can enjoy, while I can still enjoy the more complex interactions, unlocks and collectibles. The game contains so many features and looks great all the while. Would defiantly recommend it to anyone with PSVR.
  17. pophi
    May 20, 2020
    10
    Amazing physics, very detailed environments (better than I've seen in any VR game yet), the combat is a blast, crafting/scavenging system is well done, awesome voice acting. The game gets harder with every day that passes, forcing you to craft more and better weapons/food/meds. Wow. This feels like the first truly AAA game that has been released for VR. Great job.
  18. Sarah_Middleton
    May 21, 2020
    10
    One of the best VR games I've played on my PSVR so far, if not the best.

    Well-rounded and fun, with a lot of quality content and responsive devs. Around 18 hours in and have not completed the story yet, and not in a hurry to. Very tough to go back to some of the more shallow VR games after playing this, so I guess the main negative is that it will make the rest of your library seem mediocre.
  19. Baddog2018
    May 22, 2020
    10
    Incredible game with some of the most advanced PSVR gameplay you can find on the market. Story is good with that signature dark storytelling that Telltale is known for in the Walking Dead universe. If you're looking for a great VR title, a good story, or just looking for satisfying zombie killing combat, look no further.
  20. Trudy_Flower
    May 29, 2020
    10
    An amazing game! I have loved every minute of it, from crouching and sneaky around zombies under a house to becoming a parkour expert and hopping over cars and climbing through second story windows. Truly one of the best VR games out there today.
  21. Aceldama
    May 29, 2020
    10
    The environments are truly killer (HA! I made a funny). The rich detail everything has truly blows me away. Creepy atmosphere is always making me keep one hand on my revolver and the other on my flashlight (which always goes out at the absolutely worst times lol) You have to check out this game.
  22. Eldrakeo
    May 31, 2020
    10
    I made an account just for this review. I’ve been collecting ps vr games for a few years. Most are fun and limited and only last a few hours. I paid $40 for this game and it was the best decision I’ve made paying full price for a game. I’ve replayed it three times and got a platinum for completing everything. The game is fantastic and the graphics and mechanics are awesome! The movementI made an account just for this review. I’ve been collecting ps vr games for a few years. Most are fun and limited and only last a few hours. I paid $40 for this game and it was the best decision I’ve made paying full price for a game. I’ve replayed it three times and got a platinum for completing everything. The game is fantastic and the graphics and mechanics are awesome! The movement and freedom is unlike any other vr game I have played. There is so much to do and secrets to find. And you get so submersed into the game and get a connection to the world and characters. It can be difficult and every day and playthru has a difference in where things are located and enemies. So much fun! Seriously buy this game now!!!!!… Expand
  23. Siloos
    Jun 1, 2020
    10
    Within hours I was crafting, slaying, and flying through the wastelands of New Orleans. I loved it! I was totally immersed and you can to. A must buy.
  24. rob_stills
    Jun 1, 2020
    10
    So I watched some YouTubers playing this and I fell in love. This is the type of game I have been waiting for on VR for what feels like since I got my PSVR setup.

    The story was amazing and I felt like every choice I made truly affected the outcome. Next time I am not going to be so nice and see what the sinner life is about lol.
  25. rumblin
    Jun 2, 2020
    10
    Just got this a few hours ago and am super hyped to level up my base and be make to make some meds!

    I am super hooked and only took a break to have a quick shower. Perfect way to immerse yourself after a stressful day at work.
  26. Powabala
    Jun 2, 2020
    10
    You have to check this game out. This game has some of the most intense environments. I truly feel like I am walking through an a destroyed city and fending for my life. This is the kind of game I have been waiting for. Bring me a DLC!!!!
  27. Dawn2Dusk
    Jun 3, 2020
    10
    When I was first looking into this game I was rather skeptical as I have played over 80 titles and the vast majority are only "passable" at best. however I kept hearing how this game was actually amazing and possibly one of the best.

    The other reviews were not wrong. Soon after finishing the tutorial I was completely enveloped into the game. Shooting Zombies, rushing through the town    When I was first looking into this game I was rather skeptical as I have played over 80 titles and the vast majority are only "passable" at best. however I kept hearing how this game was actually amazing and possibly one of the best.

    The other reviews were not wrong. Soon after finishing the tutorial I was completely enveloped into the game. Shooting Zombies, rushing through the town before the hoard arrived, and crafting my own supplies; I truly felt I was fighting for my survival.

    If you like games that feature highly detailed environment, in-depth progression systems, and meaningful story lines, this is the game for you.    … Expand
  28. khazardfire
    Jun 3, 2020
    9
    The Walking Dead: Saints & Sinners was my first VR game I have played. I have been a fan of the show for a while and figured for my first step I would try to stick to something somewhat familiar. I was told to expect to be sick after a short while playing. However I actually had near no sickness from it.

    For my first game I have to say I am enjoying it, but still am trying to learn how    The Walking Dead: Saints & Sinners was my first VR game I have played. I have been a fan of the show for a while and figured for my first step I would try to stick to something somewhat familiar. I was told to expect to be sick after a short while playing. However I actually had near no sickness from it.

    For my first game I have to say I am enjoying it, but still am trying to learn how to craft more supplies. While the game explains it fairly well, I have been having some difficulty getting the materials I need to upgrade my bus.

    Overall I am happy to have played this and am looking forward to seeing where the story takes me.    … Expand
  29. isolfrt
    Jun 8, 2020
    10
    I had almost given up on my PSVR, until I played TWD. This game actually gives me hope that more AAA games will come to the platform and I will be able to enjoy.

    I was able to run around the city and stab, chop, hack, and shoot my way though hordes or zombies all the while engaging a variety of missions to progress the story. I can't wait to cool off and get back in!
  30. calistoson
    Jun 8, 2020
    10
    I think that its safe to say that VR is finally there.

    AAA game with a solid story, fantastic voice acting, good physics and an actual unlimited replay ability factor.

    If this was a normal flat screen game, it would still be considered good, thats how amazing this game is.
  31. svutoi
    Feb 26, 2021
    10
    В этой игре всё хорошо, от геймплея до саундтрека. Шедевр
  32. Deezyj304
    Jul 14, 2020
    9
    Satisfying. Zombies are the best part. Other parts meh but definitely awesome with vr. Wouldn't be fun or much to it if it was a flat game. Better than Arizona Sunshine
  33. OfficialWindex
    Nov 8, 2021
    10
    The game is a work of art. The game is so highly detailed and has a ton of features that make the game ultra-realistic. Despite the PS Move controllers being painful to control with, i'd say the game is still exceptionally realistic. The story is an awesome length for a VR game, and is really fun to play through. The combat is insane. The melee kills, the grabbing zombies and using obscureThe game is a work of art. The game is so highly detailed and has a ton of features that make the game ultra-realistic. Despite the PS Move controllers being painful to control with, i'd say the game is still exceptionally realistic. The story is an awesome length for a VR game, and is really fun to play through. The combat is insane. The melee kills, the grabbing zombies and using obscure weapons to kill them, it's hours of messing around to be had just at your fingertips. The locations are fun to explore, and fit perfectly with the theme. Overall, great game and great story, only downside is the controls for the PSVR, and the fact that this is marginally better than all my PSVR games, essentially making the rest seem like a bummer and a let down when i get back to them.… Expand
  34. Chairs-are-pret
    Jan 10, 2021
    10
    I came into this game as someone who has never watched or played the walking dead of any kind

    But everything from story/atmosphere/ soundtrack/ weapons/physics is just stellar!
  35. ruddiman_
    Oct 5, 2022
    8
    Since I love horror, I would have to say this is the best VR game out there. It runs very well and does an excellent job of making you feel like your playing a video game, and not just a VR game (if that makes sense). You can usually tell your playing a VR game because it is developed a little different, but this actually made me feel like the progression mattered, which weapon I used wasSince I love horror, I would have to say this is the best VR game out there. It runs very well and does an excellent job of making you feel like your playing a video game, and not just a VR game (if that makes sense). You can usually tell your playing a VR game because it is developed a little different, but this actually made me feel like the progression mattered, which weapon I used was important, and I found myself plotting out was I was going to do the next time I went into town. It has a cool inventory system, clever use of lighting for scary indoor sections, and the feeling that your in another world. I didn't finish it, but have since re-downloaded it and will continue my game. I CAN'T wait for the sequel with the PSVR2… Expand
  36. Haannss
    Feb 12, 2023
    2
    This game may have the worst control I've ever tried on PSVR. You want to take the gun but you don't, you want to change weapons but you drop them, it's just a terrible gaming experience that makes all the other parts of the game -graphics, sound, story...- irrelevant.
  37. Stipthu
    Feb 4, 2023
    9
    It has an amazing story combined with great gameplay that fully uses the PSVR's capabilities.

Awards & Rankings

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#58 Best PS4 Game of 2020
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#75 Most Discussed PS4 Game of 2020

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Metascore
79

Generally favorable reviews - based on 15 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 11 out of 15
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 15
  3. Negative: 0 out of 15
  1. M3
    Jul 4, 2020
    80
    Zombies, survival elements and a brutal combat system is a great foundation. Moreover, with advanced control and detailed environments, The Walking Dead: Saints & Sinners is a top VR-game in most regards. The fact that Playstation VR and the old Move controls are capable of such an advanced game is impressive, even though some necessary compromises are hard to ignore.
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  2. DarkStation
    Jun 9, 2020
    80
    Despite some clunkiness of the control system, The Walking Dead: Saints & Sinners is a fun and challenging VR survival game that is also a case for not judging a book by its cover. Bored as I am with Robert Kirkman’s zombie series, there’s no reason to not add this to your PSVR collection.
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  3. Worth Playing
    Jun 8, 2020
    86
    The Walking Dead: Saints & Sinners is not a perfect game, but it's an incredibly fun one. With satisfying and brutal combat, open-ended areas to explore, and fun survival and crafting mechanics, the title is a blast to play. It may be removed from the quality it can reach on the PC, but this is the full experience and works surprisingly well. No matter the sacrifices and minor annoyances, I kept coming back to the game long after I was done with it. I've spent more time in the headset for S&S than I have with many other games. Even though it's late in the PS4 life cycle, Saints & Sinners is a standout title.
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