Transformers: Devastation

 PlayStation 4
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7.7

Generally favorable reviews- based on 231 Ratings

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  1. Kubed
    Oct 6, 2015
    10
    Love Transformers? Check. Love Bayonetta? Check. This is the best Transformers game released to date. 10/10 just for that. This one was completely under my radar, and I'm so glad that I purchased it. Check it out, it does not disappoint!
  2. stamito
    Dec 5, 2017
    7
    This game is fantastic at some levels, but unfortunately it is a disappointment in a very important thing, level design.

    First, graphics are nice, they look exactly the same as in the old cartoon series, so they’re fantastic cartoony graphics that hit you directly in the nostalgia spot (if you watched the original series at some point). Sound and music are all right, I do think sounds    This game is fantastic at some levels, but unfortunately it is a disappointment in a very important thing, level design.

    First, graphics are nice, they look exactly the same as in the old cartoon series, so they’re fantastic cartoony graphics that hit you directly in the nostalgia spot (if you watched the original series at some point). Sound and music are all right, I do think sounds are very good with a lot of sounds and voices being the same or similar to the original ones. Music, although it goes well with the game, it’s nothing special, so it is average/good.

    The gameplay is a lot like many other platinum games, like bayoneta for example. Very fast paced combat with different melee combos, some ranged weapons, power-ups and ultimate abilities. It feels a lot like a classic beat’em up in a lot of ways. Gameplay is frenetic and fun, I got no complains about that, and you can try quite a different set of transformers so it gives you variety in characters. Also you can transform in the “vehicle” mode, which unfortunately it’s something that is underused in the game, since “vehicle” mode is basically just a way to get around faster. Maybe something more exciting could have been done with it.

    One of the things that surprised me the most and it was fantastic in this game is the lore. There are a few collectibles in the game, and when you pick them up, they basically unlock a piece of lore. I wasn’t aware the transformers universe got such a rich and well developed lore so it was a fantastic thing to discover. Following this same line, the story of the game itself, although it’s nothing special, it was nice enough, it felt a lot like one of the old episodes from TV, a bit cliché but still serves its purpose.

    My criticism for this game, and what prevents me from giving it a better score are the menu/weapon crafting system and the level design. The menu/ weapon crafting system is a mess and massively tedious. You basically, accumulate a lot of weapons and stuff that you can either equip directly or dismantle to get some bits and pieces and make other stuff. It takes a lot of time to do this and feels very boring. For a game that’s basically a beat’em up, adding this RPG kind of thing feels unnecessary and for me slows you down, something that could have been avoided whatsoever and/or simplified. Finally, the level design, it is horrid and I think it’s what makes this game, that otherwise could have been great, fall into the “average game folder”. Level design is super simple, all of them are kind of like clone long corridors that lead to open clone rooms where you find some bad guys. It doesn’t motivate you to explore anything as the map itself is boring and every room and place looks the same within a same location. For example, if you’re in the city missions, all the missions happen in clonic city-like corridors and rooms, there is absolutely nothing characteristic or special about any of them. That makes the game feel incredibly repetitive and even boring at times. It is obvious they didn’t spend a lot of time or money in trying to make venues something special. Shame, I do believe there is a lot of potential in the transformers universe for awesome locations.

    Summarising, this is kind of a beat’em up game, that feels good in a lot of ways but it’s ruined a lot by the boring, repetitive, meaningless and clonic level design. It could have been a fastantic game and it is just average. If you’re a fan of transformers and you enjoy this kind of game, get it if it’s cheap, I think you’ll have some fun with it (although don’t expect anything special). If you’re not particularly excited about the transformers world I would spend my money elsewhere, you won’t find anything out of the ordinary here.    … Expand
  3. juliankennedy23
    Apr 9, 2017
    5
    Playstation’s PSplus free games for the month program gets a lot off well-deserved stick (As of this writing April 2017’s four free games for the PS4 are just this side of a war crime). Transformers: Devastation was the perfect free game for that service. It is a game I would have never thought of picking up and despite my criticisms below I did overall enjoy.

    I certainly understand the    Playstation’s PSplus free games for the month program gets a lot off well-deserved stick (As of this writing April 2017’s four free games for the PS4 are just this side of a war crime). Transformers: Devastation was the perfect free game for that service. It is a game I would have never thought of picking up and despite my criticisms below I did overall enjoy.

    I certainly understand the defenders of this game. A peek at a message board or even the TV Tropes entry for this game will show a large amount of passionate worldbuilding surrounding the Transformers franchise from the cartoons and movies, to the novel and comic book adaptations, to the fan fiction, Wikipedias, toys and I am assuming an off-Broadway musical.

    I certainly understand the appeal of nostalgia when it comes to a property like this. I loved a certain Scooby Doo platformer from last generation that let’s face it I wouldn’t have looked at twice if not for the branding. And the original Xbox sported not one but two Buffy the Vampire games that were certainly more fanservice than top quality third person adventure. (Why does Buffy die if she touches water again?)

    I am not a Transformers fan. I am too old to have seen it during its original run and I have found the entire concept bizarre. I have found the sheer breadth of generations, universes, adaptations outright perplexing. The fact that the game has retained the original look of the cartoon with some of the original voices actors does not register with me. On the other hand, I am not about to commit seppuku due to the mishandling of Starscream’s characterization.

    Developer Platinum Games strengths are on full display here and the combat is overall a delight. It can take a while to get your groove on and it seemed a good hour before I gained access to the home base where I could upgrade weapons, create other upgrades, purchase additional moves and switch out my character. But once I was able to do these things the game was a delight. Outside of some bizarre top down, sections like a PG rated GTA 2 game and some unfortunate (though generous) platforming sessions, this game is a collection of third-person brawling and driving with the ability to switch between the two on the fly which allows one to do combos that simply never get old.

    But good Lord is everything else a wreck. I actually like the cell shading graphics. They fit the retro theme and allow a butter smooth 60 frames a second. But the overall design lacks such imagination. You literally spend half the game in about twenty city blocks. All of which looks so identical to each other that you never get the sense of where in the city you are in though it is so amazingly small. It’s like a cartoon version of Dragon Age 2. The rest of the time is spent in boring spaceship corridors, boring Cybertron corridors and empty space (that is supposed to be in well space) All the objects in the game look the same, all the enemies basically look the same and everything has this cheap cut and paste glow to it.

    The overall game just feels cheap. It is also really really short. I don’t mind short games but this one seemed to end somewhat suddenly. Replay value is there as the combat is fun but outside of that the challenge areas and different characters really don’t mix it up enough.

    As a free game on the PS4, it is perfect. Issues such as value and length fall by the wayside. But as an original $50 download… it really is less than meets the eye.    … Expand
  4. Nel
    Apr 17, 2017
    7
    Great game for the average gamer, even if you are not a big fan of transformers you might still like this game. The game has several features on nicks and nacks that you can enjoy, upgrading weapons and so forth.
  5. KayVen17
    Dec 1, 2016
    6
    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. Regeln    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. Regeln verstanden?
    Dann sind hier meine Punkte.

    Mein persönlicher Score = 65/100
    Mein User Score = 6/10

    Lohnenswert? = Kann man mal einen Abend spielen.
    Fortsetzung erwünscht? = Brauch ich eher weniger.    … Expand
  6. JDPrime
    Jun 1, 2019
    10
    The War for/Fall of Cybertron games gave us fantastic games that were a more serious take on the Transformers. Those games, however, took a terrible turn with the release of Rise of the Dark Spark, essentially ruining any chances of getting a good game (or any game) in that continuity again. Devastation was the absolute best way to recover from that. Instead of trying to be like theThe War for/Fall of Cybertron games gave us fantastic games that were a more serious take on the Transformers. Those games, however, took a terrible turn with the release of Rise of the Dark Spark, essentially ruining any chances of getting a good game (or any game) in that continuity again. Devastation was the absolute best way to recover from that. Instead of trying to be like the Cybertron games, it decided to follow its own path, and that was definitely the right decision. Filled with beautiful cartoony animation, solid gameplay, and awesome characters, Devastation is a great game for any fan of G1, or just Transformers in general.… Expand
  7. turansoylu
    Aug 7, 2020
    9
    Transformers evrenine epey yabancıyım aslında. Robota dönüşen arabalar olarak ilgi çekici bir konsepti olsa da yolumuz hiç kesişmedi şimdiye kadar. Oyuna başlarken de pandemi Sürecinde vakit geçirmelik bişey olsun diye baktım. Kontrolleri, tatmin edici boss savaşları, vuruş hisleri çok hoşuma gitti. Grafikleri biraz daha iyi olabilirmiş ama yine de ben çok memnunum.
  8. Yourmomispretty
    Jul 29, 2020
    10
    I don't actually think this game is necessarily a 10 but the average is so low that I saw it as a duty to inflate my score to compensate. I don't really believe in this whole system of saying "x game is better than y because it has a better score" I either like the game or I didn't. Let's get on to the review then.

    Transformers devastation has a very unique combat system, you might be    I don't actually think this game is necessarily a 10 but the average is so low that I saw it as a duty to inflate my score to compensate. I don't really believe in this whole system of saying "x game is better than y because it has a better score" I either like the game or I didn't. Let's get on to the review then.

    Transformers devastation has a very unique combat system, you might be fooled into thinking this is just another bayonetta clone, but it does enough differently that it becomes its own beast, treat the game as its own entity and the game will become much funner. Not to spoil anything in particular, as discovery is one of this game's strong points... at least when regarding the combat, but pay close attention to using your vehicle attacks and gun during combos... trust me

    The campaign is overall pretty good, the story doesn't feel too consequential but it is a good enough excuse to get you to fight tons of decepticon baddies and hear some very entertaining pieces of dialogue. What's not so good is the design of it all, the combat is excellent but what goes around it isn't. The map is laid out like a metroidvania but you are usually just following a checkpoint so it turns repetitive real quick. There is also a few set pieces which are either really boring or very frustrating, a platinum games staple at this point. The rest of the down time is simply scavenging for loot... which turns useless if you are good at the combat and don't need the extra damage to get by. There's also the fact that the enemy placements aren't very interesting... this does not become a problem until you replay the game a few times, and realize that certain enemy combinations are too simple to defeat.

    Seeing all that might make you think that this game is average beyond its combat, and some of its witty dialogue, in theory that may sound horrible, being a one-trick-pony, but it all pays off when you get to mission mode.

    Mission mode is the best, it thoroughly tests your combat skills, puts you against interesting enemy combinations, has better mini games than the main campaign (with the exception of top down view and "help the useless dude" missions) and cuts all the fluff that the campaign had. I know most people don't think highly of these modes, seeing them as lackluster distractions from the main game, but in this game, the mission mode is the real deal.

    There is so much replay ability here, 50 missions, 5 unique characters to experiment with, 5 melee weapon types, and many unique guns, and 2 unlock able difficulty modes beyond the 3 default ones, buy this game!    … Expand
  9. SmashLampJaw
    Oct 8, 2015
    7
    While Platinum delivers their traditionally excellent gameplay here, the stench of corporate meddling and the common constraints of a licensed game remain and do make themselves known.

    There are two levels. While there are more enemy types than in Legend of Korra, their last licensed title, there is still significantly less variety than in any of their other games. But worse than the    While Platinum delivers their traditionally excellent gameplay here, the stench of corporate meddling and the common constraints of a licensed game remain and do make themselves known.

    There are two levels. While there are more enemy types than in Legend of Korra, their last licensed title, there is still significantly less variety than in any of their other games.

    But worse than the lack of variety is the crafting system. For some reason there is an utterly pointless MMO-style loot and crafting system for producing gear for the Autobots. It's needlessly complicated and slows down the game, as well as added nothing. Should have just had flat upgrades.    … Expand
  10. Unbiased_Critic
    Oct 8, 2015
    8
    Reviewed traditionally, Tansformers devastation is a solid 7, because of its flaws, mainly repetitive environments and very short length. However, it still remains a must buy for fans of brawlers and Transformers.

    The sense of scale is done right, even down to buildings and cars being the right size next to the car mode, to looking small and insignificant in bot mode. The combat is    Reviewed traditionally, Tansformers devastation is a solid 7, because of its flaws, mainly repetitive environments and very short length. However, it still remains a must buy for fans of brawlers and Transformers.

    The sense of scale is done right, even down to buildings and cars being the right size next to the car mode, to looking small and insignificant in bot mode.

    The combat is extremely satisfying, especially when you start 'mastering' the short list of combos and knowing exactly when to add the finishing car mode hit. Fighting against the main bosses is pure delight.

    The visuals in the game are the cherry on top, and will really speak to fans of the G1 series.

    In short, if Activision was already committed to making a sequel if the game sells well with a 7 hour playthrough, and improved environments, I would recommend an immediate buy to anyone who likes videogames. Platinum games could reuse the same engine, and all the current animations, they're that good.

    The sad truth is, even if the game sells extremely well, don't expect anything but a cookie cutter sequel. It is for that reason alone that non-transformers fans should wait for the game to go on sale for 30$ before buying, or if you were on the fence and were waiting for reviews. People who made up their minds that it was a day one purchase won't be disappointed at least, and will have a lot of fun with the game.    … Expand
  11. Captiosus
    Nov 6, 2015
    8
    I am a child of the 1980's pushing 40 these days. I grew up with Gen 1 Transformers, Voltron, GI Joe and all the others and have watched helplessly as these properties have been rebooted into shells of their former selves. Most modern Transformer games copy the style of the Michael Bay movies which is OK if you're a kid of today and are into that sort of thing. But I'm not.

    Along comes    I am a child of the 1980's pushing 40 these days. I grew up with Gen 1 Transformers, Voltron, GI Joe and all the others and have watched helplessly as these properties have been rebooted into shells of their former selves. Most modern Transformer games copy the style of the Michael Bay movies which is OK if you're a kid of today and are into that sort of thing. But I'm not.

    Along comes this game and it's very much a love letter to the 1980's versions of Transformers. Low budget, cheesy animation? Check. Cheesy dialog? Check. Cheesy enemies? Check. Bumblebee as a car that resembles a damn VW Bug? Check! This is what a gen 1 nostalgia Transformers game should look and sound like!

    The gameplay, as others have said, is reminiscent of Bayonetta albeit a touch stripped down. Adding in the loot and vehicle elements does really differentiate it from Bayonetta and makes it just as enjoyable. The only potential gripe is the length of the game but for this 1980's kid, the fact that I had a smile from start to finish more than made up for the short story. Be forewarned, however, that it suffers the same issues as every other Platinum Games beat-em-up, namely the fact that bosses on the harder modes WILL cheese the hell out of you if you miss your combo. Miss one hit and you can easily go from full health to one-hit-from-dead before you can react thanks to boss juggle combos.

    Not sure I'd recommend it at full retail unless you're absolutely nostalgia driven, but it's very much worth a play.    … Expand
  12. scalan15
    Oct 6, 2015
    10
    This is a dream game for G1 fans, the amount of love and work that went into this is truelly amazing. I got the game last night and I'm loving it so far, A buy iof anyone is on the fence anout getting it.
  13. MRDeadMen
    Oct 8, 2015
    10
    I went into Transformers Devastation thinking it would be another poorly made licensed title. I was pleasantly surprised to see that I was wrong. This game is a barrage of nostalgic goodness, coupled with awesome gameplay. Give this game a try if you're a fan of great combat and badass transforming robots.
  14. WEBZPINNER
    Oct 7, 2015
    9
    Absolutely fantastic game! Been a fan of Transformers since 1984. This game appeals to the 8 year old in me as well as a great game to bridge the generation gap with kids, bringing them into the TF brand. The game ties into the current Generations toyline look, blended with the original 80's cartoon look and voices. Story is just as silly as the Transformers ever was (lets face it, it'sAbsolutely fantastic game! Been a fan of Transformers since 1984. This game appeals to the 8 year old in me as well as a great game to bridge the generation gap with kids, bringing them into the TF brand. The game ties into the current Generations toyline look, blended with the original 80's cartoon look and voices. Story is just as silly as the Transformers ever was (lets face it, it's never been a strong storyline)... There is something intimately satisfying about lunging at a 7 story tall Devastator as Optimus Prime, energon axe blazing...

    Graphics look simple, but is actually very fluid and fantastic. Mouths move appropriately for speech. There is polygon breaking during movements, but that, too, is accurate to the 80's cartoon.

    Music is hit & miss... actual gameplay features 80's style guitar riffs... but I won't lie, I was very disappointed to not hear the original theme music at the opening of the game.

    Control is pretty tight. Combos are fluid, and there are enough on screen prompts that you never feel overwhelmed. Transformations are built into the design of the game, rather than being a gimmick, like they were in the Cybertron shooters.

    PS, for you hardcore fans of the 80's... this game even has Optimus' disappearing/reappearing trailer!!!!    … Expand
  15. Jetroxo-118
    Oct 6, 2015
    10
    It's all transformer fan want!
    If you are nostalgic about the old days of the robots in in disguise, this is a must buy in all transformers collection!
    Platinum Games do a great job!
  16. nicknasty14
    Oct 6, 2015
    10
    This is every 80s transformers fans dream! Art style is awesome, I love how much they nailed the look! Gameplay is similar to the war of cybertron games a bit! When you transform into the vehicles, it gave me a real sense of the original cartoon. From the sounds of the engine to the screeching around. My hat is off to the developers! This is a must own game for us old school transformersThis is every 80s transformers fans dream! Art style is awesome, I love how much they nailed the look! Gameplay is similar to the war of cybertron games a bit! When you transform into the vehicles, it gave me a real sense of the original cartoon. From the sounds of the engine to the screeching around. My hat is off to the developers! This is a must own game for us old school transformers games! Get it!!!!… Expand
  17. easterfields
    Oct 8, 2015
    10
    I absolutely adored the G1 Transformers animated series, 80's movie, and most importantly the toy line. I have never played a Transformers game that really not only did the concept justice but also brought back the nostalgia of my childhood. That is until now. This game is an absolute blast! Not only are the cell-shaded graphics absolutely stunning, but the gameplay is so much fun. A bitI absolutely adored the G1 Transformers animated series, 80's movie, and most importantly the toy line. I have never played a Transformers game that really not only did the concept justice but also brought back the nostalgia of my childhood. That is until now. This game is an absolute blast! Not only are the cell-shaded graphics absolutely stunning, but the gameplay is so much fun. A bit on the short side but theres so much to unlock that the replay value is much higher than most AAA games out there. It's also a great treasure that they were able to get the voice actors so well known for Optimus Prime and Megatron. The sound, music, voicing, and graphics are all a 10/10. Buy this game!… Expand
  18. hassenpheffer
    Oct 13, 2016
    9
    Radical! Take a trip back to the 80s with the most authentic version of the Transformers since the animated series. We've got all the original voice over actors reprising their original roles and some truly old school story telling! It was like I was watching a never before released season of the show before the movie came out. Visually it is IDENTICAL to the animated series' designs. JustRadical! Take a trip back to the 80s with the most authentic version of the Transformers since the animated series. We've got all the original voice over actors reprising their original roles and some truly old school story telling! It was like I was watching a never before released season of the show before the movie came out. Visually it is IDENTICAL to the animated series' designs. Just beautiful. Aside from the original story we've got some totally gnarly gameplay. BASH EM UP! It's button-mashing fun with some killer moves in vehicle and robot modes! This game is truly one of THE most fun games I've ever played. It's super exciting and just plain nuts. Don't expect some crazy combos though as some of the actions are repetitive. The weapon upgrading is cool but isn't explained completely so I wasn't sure what I was doing synthesizing weapons together. The TECH upgrades are nifty as well as crafting new ones. Really big arsenal - all types of weapons. It's strange that they got Hasbro's permission to use all the characters from the show but DIDN'T get permission to use the original music. No theme. Bummer. The crazy hard rock / metal music was very cool during gameplay. I would've REALLY liked to play these characters in a coop mode online. I normally wouldn't be bothered without but it would work really well here. I truly enjoyed every minute of this game and I hope there's a next installment. Highly recommended!… Expand
  19. Steyraus
    Mar 8, 2021
    10
    The gameplay in Devestation is like Bayonetta on crack.. The action dosent let up, in the first half hour theres like 3 Bosses from Megatron to a 50 ft Destructicon. You smash half a dozen enemies then are racing to the bext event. Theres some much variety in the gameplay and the controls and movement feells so satisfying.. Its the definitive action game.
  20. mikepango
    Feb 15, 2016
    8
    Your childhood dream comes to life. Simple combat but fun. Looks beautiful, fun story, the only down side is that its a bit short a weekend or two weekend of playing. When it comes to licensed games not to many come to mind when you ask about quality. This goes up with the very few that pass in my book.
  21. Rob_Allan
    Oct 9, 2015
    9
    Overview: Nostalgic blast. Gameplay that smacks of 80s and 90s arcade games, Vince DiCola rock tracks, cel-shaded "Generations" Transformers, and a plot worthy of the cartoon. If you're mid-to-late 30s this game will probably speak to you. Mash-up of some of the great gaming experiences of yesteryear with modern production values behind it.

    The Good: Great graphics, great music,    Overview: Nostalgic blast. Gameplay that smacks of 80s and 90s arcade games, Vince DiCola rock tracks, cel-shaded "Generations" Transformers, and a plot worthy of the cartoon. If you're mid-to-late 30s this game will probably speak to you. Mash-up of some of the great gaming experiences of yesteryear with modern production values behind it.

    The Good: Great graphics, great music, great voice acting, great sound. Gameplay is addictive and replay value is huge. This game has a "fun" factor more typical of 90s arcade classics than modern AAA titles.

    The Bad: The leveling system for characters and weapons in this game is very nebulous. The absence of multiplayer modes is absolutely tragic. Game seems too short, a problem that would have been remedied by adding some multiplayer combat.

    Bottom Line: Must buy if you're a fan of classic arcade games or G1 styled Transformers antics. Plenty of content for the money if you replay any aspect of the game at all. Otherwise, wait for a sale if you fall outside of this description, but you will want to play this game at some point.    … Expand
  22. MaxPayneIsGod
    Jun 12, 2016
    4
    Being a child of the early 80s Gen 1 Transformers have a certain amount of nostalgic appeal to me. Thing is my heart sunk when the P* for Platinum Games popped up when I booted up the game. I'm not a fan of Platinum's repetitive monotonous beat-em-up linear gameplay.
    I didn't like Bayonetta or Metal Gear Rising and I hear TMNT is just as flawed. Transformers is just as flawed, it starts    Being a child of the early 80s Gen 1 Transformers have a certain amount of nostalgic appeal to me. Thing is my heart sunk when the P* for Platinum Games popped up when I booted up the game. I'm not a fan of Platinum's repetitive monotonous beat-em-up linear gameplay.
    I didn't like Bayonetta or Metal Gear Rising and I hear TMNT is just as flawed. Transformers is just as flawed, it starts off with a bang and I had a smile on my face. The Cell-Shading is awesome , the voice acting and sound is true to the TV show, but oh my god did it get boring fast!
    The game is super-linear and features repetitive enemies, repetitive objectives and a convoluted, unnecessary up-grade system.
    There is no co-op which is a major omission and without explanation early on in the game you change characters and enemy dialogue continually refers to your character as "Transformers". A cut scene will follow and 4 other Autobots will appear as if they were there the whole time.
    A major problem with Platinum Games, which is present in this title, is that they sacrifice length and quality for a perceived "replayability" in which they expect gamers to replay the same game several times on different difficulties with different characters in order to have the "Complete Experience"
    Clearly this style of game is not for me and my review has turned into more of a gripe with Platinum and their shoddy development, game style. Alas I have learnt my lesson and will not be giving them another chance.    … Expand
  23. TheDude-
    Oct 13, 2015
    9
    Transformers devastation is a great game filled to the brim with great game play that gets you hooked, visuals that have such vibrancy and color that it is a feast for your eyes and a story line that perfectly encapsulate's the generation 1 television show!, my only problem with the game is that the world you are placed in is nothing more than a battleground not much detail to be found.Transformers devastation is a great game filled to the brim with great game play that gets you hooked, visuals that have such vibrancy and color that it is a feast for your eyes and a story line that perfectly encapsulate's the generation 1 television show!, my only problem with the game is that the world you are placed in is nothing more than a battleground not much detail to be found. other than that it is easily one of my favorite games of year.… Expand
  24. Spitbot
    Oct 8, 2016
    8
    I'd like to preface this review by saying that I haven't been a "true" Transformers fan since Revenge of the Fallen. I've watched some of the TV shows, new and old, the 80's movie, and all the Bay movies but DotM (but let's be real, no one likes those). I also used to play with the toys, but I think my Mom donated them all years ago. So, coming from someone like me, how's Transformers:I'd like to preface this review by saying that I haven't been a "true" Transformers fan since Revenge of the Fallen. I've watched some of the TV shows, new and old, the 80's movie, and all the Bay movies but DotM (but let's be real, no one likes those). I also used to play with the toys, but I think my Mom donated them all years ago. So, coming from someone like me, how's Transformers: Devastation?

    This game's from our friends at Platinum games (I've never played any of their stuff, actually) known for Bayonetta, Wonderful 101, Metal Gear Rising: Revengeance, and Madworld, that really gory Wii game, among other things. I've heard nothing but praise for them, and despite my high hopes, I really enjoyed Devastation.

    It's like a normal action game...

    But with Grimlock.

    The controls seem pretty standard, but since you're a Transformer, you can transform. holding the R1 button does just that, while briefly pressing it acts as your dodge, and well timed dodges slow down time. Square is a light attack, and triangle is a heavy one, preformed by weapons you can purchase with virtual currency, or loot from enemies corpses. You can also sacrifice your unwanted weapons to beef up the ones you actually use, which is nice, because I ended up with like, ten pairs of Thermal Gloves. L2 aims your ranged weapon, and R2 fires it, as per usual. the campaign takes six or seven hours to beat, but there's also a set of challenges you can unlock.

    All of the characters feel nice and different, but I felt that Optimus was by far the best. Of course I wanted to use Grimlock, because he's Grimlock, but I couldn't seem to get decent results out of him, or really anyone else. The plot feels like it was ripped straight out of a cartoon, in the sense that it's not very good, but we're not here for the deep, immersive story line, now are we?

    Overall, a pretty good game. It's free on PS Plus this month, so grab it if you can.    … Expand
  25. Whitewolfe313
    Oct 6, 2015
    10
    This is the best transformers game in a long time. The animation looks like the origional G1 cartoon but better of coarse. Fun story and dynamic of combining weapons. This is a very fun game and well worth $50.00. They could do so much with this genre. I hope for a sequel and more playable bots!
  26. InfinityDeimos
    Oct 8, 2015
    9
    Devastation is quite easily the best Transformers game ever made. It has amazing combat, great voice acting, and a look that really feels like an episode of the original cartoon. The only negative thing I'd have to say about this game is that its a tad short. My campaign time clocked in at around 4-5 hours. If it wasn't for that, then this game would be a perfect 10. However, the game keptDevastation is quite easily the best Transformers game ever made. It has amazing combat, great voice acting, and a look that really feels like an episode of the original cartoon. The only negative thing I'd have to say about this game is that its a tad short. My campaign time clocked in at around 4-5 hours. If it wasn't for that, then this game would be a perfect 10. However, the game kept me coming back for more with its additional difficulties, challenge missions, and finding the hidden items in each level. I'd say wait for a price drop, and then pick this game up. It is another enjoyable action game by Platinum, and a great Transformers game.… Expand
  27. Kaprawiec
    May 7, 2016
    8
    Cool game, slick controlls, nice combat mechanics, pretty graphics. But all this is flawed with repetitive gameplay and short campaign. I had fun but I love Transformers and Platinum games in general. You might not be as entertained as I.
  28. Dionysus777
    Oct 11, 2015
    9
    Ohhhhhh yyyeeeeeeaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa! The Kool-aid mmmmaaaaaaannnnnnnnnnn! If your 36 such as i you Will love this game no matter what! Unless, just unless you suck at games, life or your an evil T-bagr from hell.Oooooooohhhhhhhhhh yyyeeeeeeaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa. Period.._..
  29. Davidscj
    Nov 6, 2016
    8
    Platinum have crafted a great throwback to the 80s with Transformers Devastation. The look, sound and feel of the game are spot on. The gameplay is tight and enjoyable, particularly in vehicles are incorporated into the mechanics. The main problems is the repetitive environments and for some the length.

    This is a refreshing experience for a licensed property and a great example of    Platinum have crafted a great throwback to the 80s with Transformers Devastation. The look, sound and feel of the game are spot on. The gameplay is tight and enjoyable, particularly in vehicles are incorporated into the mechanics. The main problems is the repetitive environments and for some the length.

    This is a refreshing experience for a licensed property and a great example of platinum delivering a product made with real passion.    … Expand
  30. dandragon
    Jan 16, 2018
    10
    Great game, great soundtrack, awesome gameplay, great boss fights, great leveling system. Good game.
  31. justdoit
    Oct 7, 2015
    9
    What if activision published games that weren't overrated,licensed trash,or god awful?
    Transformers Devastation is from that perfect alternate reality
  32. ChRiS1987
    Dec 28, 2016
    3
    Positives
    Interesting story
    Good Combat System Great sound and visuals Negatives * Even on lowest difficulty this game has many enemies that still cause huge damage to you quite easily which is a unacceptable *Very short, only 11 chapters and only the difficulties prolong the game. *The game has a lot of build up for the Nova Prime character, but you never get to encounter him in    Positives
    Interesting story
    Good Combat System
    Great sound and visuals

    Negatives
    * Even on lowest difficulty this game has many enemies that still cause huge damage to you quite easily which is a unacceptable
    *Very short, only 11 chapters and only the difficulties prolong the game.
    *The game has a lot of build up for the Nova Prime character, but you never get to encounter him in the game.    … Expand
  33. FriedConsole
    Nov 5, 2015
    8
    This game is awesome. The fighting is top notch. Switches up the fighting with some other crappy things like platforming and vertical shooting but doesn't matter be caused the fighting is so freaking awesome. Still not a AAA game and has lots of B game jank including a bad camera. Soundtrack is killer. Things are significantly different with different weapons and characters. All theThis game is awesome. The fighting is top notch. Switches up the fighting with some other crappy things like platforming and vertical shooting but doesn't matter be caused the fighting is so freaking awesome. Still not a AAA game and has lots of B game jank including a bad camera. Soundtrack is killer. Things are significantly different with different weapons and characters. All the classic G1 characters and lore makes me want to explode with happiness. Too many brawlers are ridiculously difficult these days and this one hits the curve perfect. Definitely top 10 game of the year.… Expand
  34. Dal_ReviewedDat
    Oct 6, 2016
    8
    PS+ freebie for October '16

    Again, another AAA title on PS+, this time a step up from last months Lords of the Fallen. I had little expectations for Transformers Devastation (TD), I expected the usual licence game of all gloss and no substance/gameplay. Within the first hour I was incredibly wrong on the latter. Firstly, the graphics will punch you in the face. The game is a    PS+ freebie for October '16

    Again, another AAA title on PS+, this time a step up from last months Lords of the Fallen.

    I had little expectations for Transformers Devastation (TD), I expected the usual licence game of all gloss and no substance/gameplay. Within the first hour I was incredibly wrong on the latter. Firstly, the graphics will punch you in the face. The game is a beaut. True cartoon characters, slick animations and a gorgeous rendered city to smash up. Drowning in nostalgia of the original tv series, transformers devastation is without a doubt the best tv series to game conversion I've played. It features 7 playable characters (some 10 hrs in now) each with it's own fighting mechanics to exploit to your advantage. I particularly like Grimlock so far.

    The game reminded me slightly of Devil May Cry in it's fighting mechanic. Slow-motion on blocks and upgrading characters with unlocks (which become addictive to work towards, with little 'grind factor'). It's incredibly slick fighting, visually stunning and immersive once your knee deep in Megatron's army. On the hardest setting it's still well below Dark Souls frustration + difficulty levels, but just enough to mean a number of bosses etc will require a few attempts.

    The downside of TD is probably the plot and story. I'm not a fan of the modern movies, but when you actually think of the synopsis of the original tv series, it's as unoriginal as it is comically cringe worthy. I've not really felt I cared about a single character or plot development, the voice acting etc isn't flawed in context with the cartoon, but that in itself was flawed, probably not when i was 10, but at 35 it now all seems daft. Regardless, TD has me eager to get home and plough on as the gameplay is really really fun!
    For fans of Devil May Cry, Bayonetta, Mad Max style games, you will love this. For a hardcore Transformer fan, well you won't be reading this as you'll already own it - as this is to-date the best Transformer game ever released.
    Highly polished. Highly fun. Recommend you get PS+ and download now - or I'm sure it'll be in CEX for £15 by now. A great addition to anyones games collection    … Expand
  35. Joshua123
    May 10, 2017
    10
    The first time I've grown with Transformers was with Beast Wars, but with this game, I understood the nostalgia many TF fans will get from it; it LITERALLY plays like an episode of the classic 80's show. If there's one thing I didn't like about the game, it's that it all takes place in the same area, for the most part, and doesn't add much variety to level designs. Of course, that neverThe first time I've grown with Transformers was with Beast Wars, but with this game, I understood the nostalgia many TF fans will get from it; it LITERALLY plays like an episode of the classic 80's show. If there's one thing I didn't like about the game, it's that it all takes place in the same area, for the most part, and doesn't add much variety to level designs. Of course, that never deterred me from enjoying myself with the game. ...And maybe playing a bit of KISS songs during the epic parts. If you're a fan of G1 Transformers, there's no doubt you'll enjoy this game. Also... did I mention the original cast reprise their roles in the game?… Expand
  36. lizardking420
    May 13, 2016
    10
    i love everything about this game. fighting on hard proves to be challenging. the story is great, the controls, graphics, music are also amazing.................................................................
  37. crispymentawai
    Mar 15, 2016
    10
    I was so happy to finally play a transformers game where I could re live my child hood experiences. I do not know if that makes sense or not but when I was a kid I watched the cartoon and played with the toys such as optimus, sideswipe, wheel jack, gridlock. I felt in Awe when I had to melee with the likes of original starscream, thunder cracker, laser beak, frenzy, ravage, sound wave,I was so happy to finally play a transformers game where I could re live my child hood experiences. I do not know if that makes sense or not but when I was a kid I watched the cartoon and played with the toys such as optimus, sideswipe, wheel jack, gridlock. I felt in Awe when I had to melee with the likes of original starscream, thunder cracker, laser beak, frenzy, ravage, sound wave, devastator and megatron. The graphics remind me of playing the old school arcade games at the the mall. I greatly enjoyed this game please make the sequel… Expand
  38. gines55
    May 28, 2016
    8
    Para mi ha sido toda una sorpresa, un juego bastante divertido si te gusta repartir leña al estilo Bayoneta o Devil May Cry por poner unos ejemplos, este juego os va a satisfacer en ese y mas sentidos, ya que no solo tiene una buena jugabilidad en los combates, sino que guarda mas sorpresas y guiños a otros grandes juegos y también mencionar que la banda sonora, con unos ritmos muy rockPara mi ha sido toda una sorpresa, un juego bastante divertido si te gusta repartir leña al estilo Bayoneta o Devil May Cry por poner unos ejemplos, este juego os va a satisfacer en ese y mas sentidos, ya que no solo tiene una buena jugabilidad en los combates, sino que guarda mas sorpresas y guiños a otros grandes juegos y también mencionar que la banda sonora, con unos ritmos muy rock acompañan a la perfeccion.
    Es un juego cortito, bastante cortito, (unas 5 horas la primera vuelta, sin explorar demasiado), pero eso si, este juego es muy rejugable, con extras muy buenos y por eso merece la pena sin duda.    … Expand
  39. Militaryman0117
    Jan 24, 2018
    10
    Okay for those of you who enjoyed the gritty graphics of the G1 series and loved it then this game is for you! it gives you the original characters back with abilities inspired by the original series. it is an amazing game and you cannot go wrong buying it
  40. drlowdon
    Nov 3, 2018
    7
    Transformers Devastation essentially takes the template laid down by Bayonetta (from the same developer) and replaces the witches, demons and monster with giant robots. To be honest it doesn't quite have the variety to its gameplay that Bayonetta or Vanquish (my favourite game from Treasure) has, and at about six hours long it is relatively short, but the combat is excellent and this willTransformers Devastation essentially takes the template laid down by Bayonetta (from the same developer) and replaces the witches, demons and monster with giant robots. To be honest it doesn't quite have the variety to its gameplay that Bayonetta or Vanquish (my favourite game from Treasure) has, and at about six hours long it is relatively short, but the combat is excellent and this will appeal to both fans of the genre and Transformers fans.… Expand
  41. ProggyFroggy
    Apr 20, 2020
    8
    Platinum is just such a fantastic developer. This game is awesome. Fantastic music, great art style, stylish and satisfying combat, and goddamn Transformers!
    I wish the environments were more ongetwijfeld, but it's not a big issue amongst its positives.
  42. KratosKong
    Jan 18, 2019
    8
    Muy buen Hack n Slash que quizás repita escenarios pero cumple con su cometido sobradamente, muy frenético y adictivo.
  43. Kostas101
    Dec 2, 2021
    7
    It's very fun to play, but I wish that you could transform into a vehicle whenever you want. That being said, I think this game does many things right, the level design is exciting and the gameplay is fine, it's a pretty good game.
  44. Unicron666
    Jul 21, 2020
    7
    Entertaining at first but it does get a bit repetitive towards the end. I loved the cell shading effect though!
  45. ehtaco
    Dec 24, 2022
    7
    It's fine. My memory of this game gave it more credit than it deserved as evident by my recent playthrough, but it's still good. I really appreciate the art style, though. The G1 vibes are immaculate. This is a far cry from the best Transformers game ever as some people are claiming, the Cybertron games literally exist, but still. Doesn't make it bad. It's a solid game that wears thatIt's fine. My memory of this game gave it more credit than it deserved as evident by my recent playthrough, but it's still good. I really appreciate the art style, though. The G1 vibes are immaculate. This is a far cry from the best Transformers game ever as some people are claiming, the Cybertron games literally exist, but still. Doesn't make it bad. It's a solid game that wears that Platinum DNA very much on its sleeve.… Expand
  46. btl630900
    Sep 1, 2023
    8
    Transformers Devastation is a surprisingly fun and good time for a lisence title. It brings the style of the og cartoon with platinum's great combat and combos who knew finishers with turning to the vehicle forms could be so cool. Its a solid typical transformers story with some great boss fights and great ost. A few of the playable characters like gridlock can be a bit weird and once youTransformers Devastation is a surprisingly fun and good time for a lisence title. It brings the style of the og cartoon with platinum's great combat and combos who knew finishers with turning to the vehicle forms could be so cool. Its a solid typical transformers story with some great boss fights and great ost. A few of the playable characters like gridlock can be a bit weird and once you get it down it can be a bit easy on final sections but its still surprisingly good. There's a really great final boss sequence with the back and forth quotes optimus vs megatron its just classic.… Expand
  47. Bogdan008_Meta
    Apr 16, 2023
    9
    Хорошая игра как для любителей слэшеров, так и для любителей вселенной трансформеров. Меня лично игра затянула довольно-таки, на долго. Так как я любитель и того и другого. Однозначно стоит попробовать сыграть в эту игру, не пожалеете.Хорошая игра как для любителей слэшеров, так и для любителей вселенной трансформеров. Меня лично игра затянула довольно-таки, на долго. Так как я любитель и того и другого. Однозначно стоит попробовать сыграть в эту игру, не пожалеете.
  48. THE_BL4DEX
    Aug 9, 2023
    8
    It's a very fun game, the setting is very simple but the vibrant colors make it beautiful, the playable characters are very interesting, each one unique, with different skills and styles, and the combats are very good, the boss fights are insane, I even had some difficulties with some. However, I think the story could have been better used, it is extremely simple and generic.

Awards & Rankings

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#81 Best PS4 Game of 2015
65
#65 Most Discussed PS4 Game of 2015
37
#37 Most Shared PS4 Game of 2015

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Metascore
77

Generally favorable reviews - based on 50 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 37 out of 50
  2. Mixed: 13 out of 50
  3. Negative: 0 out of 50
  1. Gaming Nexus
    Mar 14, 2016
    80
    Transformers Devastation is the definition of a fan-service game. An excellent combat system layered over sights and sounds that take children of the '80s back to their youth creates a memorable experience for Transformers fans. The only sad thing is that it never really goes deeper than that.
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  2. The Digital Fix
    Dec 17, 2015
    80
    Fantastic looking brawler made by a team that understands the source material and the fans.
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  3. Playstation Official Magazine Australia
    Dec 15, 2015
    80
    Don't let your natural wariness of licensed games steer you clear, because there's more than meets the eye here. [Christmas 2015, p75]
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