Umbrella Corps

 PlayStation 4
  • Publisher: Capcom
  • Release Date: Jun 21, 2016
  • Also On: PC
Metascore
38

Generally unfavorable reviews - based on 55 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 0 out of 55
  2. Mixed: 12 out of 55
  3. Negative: 43 out of 55
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  1. Hobby Consolas
    Jun 23, 2016
    61
    Umbrella Corps' single player isn't convincing and, what is worse, its multiplayer is confusing and chaotic, mostly because of its clunky mechanics and horrible performance. Also, the lack of content makes it repetitive in the short term.
  2. Gamers' Temple
    Jul 2, 2016
    58
    Umbrella Corps can be fun with friends in multiplayer mode, but it is definitely a game that is not for everyone.
  3. Cheat Code Central
    Jun 22, 2016
    58
    I gave this game several chances, but after turning off my PS4 and walking away from it just now, I'm realizing that I have no motivation to boot Umbrella Corps back up when there are so many alternatives that look, sound, feel, and play better. Wait for a sale and pick this up cheaply if you're a die-hard fan, but keep your friends close and your expectations low.
  5. EGM
    Jun 27, 2016
    55
    Umbrella Corps’ intentions are clear, but this target was missed due to an apparent disregard for the game’s core feature.
  6. 4P.de
    Jun 30, 2016
    52
    It was clever to cut the name Resident Evil from the title. Even better it world have been to cut all ties to the Zombie-IP. With its technical flaws and abundant content this shooter is as much needed as another Operation Raccoon City or another hole in the head.
  7. Game Informer
    Jul 6, 2016
    50
    Umbrella Corps is an unusual online shooter. Unfortunately, its odd mix of mechanics don’t come together well, and its online matchmaking is a total joke. I once waited almost 20 minutes for a match that lasted less than 10 minutes. In that amount of time, you could drive to the store and buy a better game.
  8. Game Over Online
    Jun 29, 2016
    50
    It doesn’t feel like it’s finished, and even if it were to be further refined, it would just be a low-budget Gears of War-style shoot-‘em-up. There’s no reason to play it.
  9. Digital Chumps
    Jun 29, 2016
    50
    As it stands, Umbrella Corps is a hard sell even at $29.99. The content just seems void of enjoyment and entertainment because of the broken feel of the overall gameplay design. I will give Capcom and its developers props for trying something different in the RE series. The idea seems to be built on good intentions.
  10. ZTGD
    Jun 29, 2016
    50
    There is the sense that this was a quick and dirty project, created for who knows what reason, but here it is, and it’s only recommended for players extremely curious.
  11. Attack of the Fanboy
    Jun 24, 2016
    50
    Umbrella Corps can’t decide if it wants to be Counter Strike or Quake, but there’s still some solid gunplay action to be had with the right teams despite its problems. It’s not the disaster that it could have been, but it also isn’t something that’s worth putting at the top of your game pile.
  12. Atomix
    Jun 24, 2016
    50
    If you are a fan of the franchise, there are better ways to celebrate the 20th anniversary than this game.
  13. Twinfinite
    Jun 22, 2016
    50
    If you’re in the market for a good team-based, third-person shooter game, look elsewhere. You can certainly find better shooter games that aren’t plagued with sticky cover mechanics and awkward animations. And if you’re looking for the next terrifying Resident Evil game to satisfy your zombie-killing tendencies, this isn’t the game for you either; Umbrella Corps is simply a mediocre third-person shooter hiding under a Resident Evil skin.

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User Score
2.4

Generally unfavorable reviews- based on 186 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 26 out of 186
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 186
  3. Negative: 151 out of 186
  1. WaffleFox
    Jun 21, 2016
    1
    Please keep in mind that I do not have internet capable of online gaming.

    The game says that online play is optional. It may have well    Please keep in mind that I do not have internet capable of online gaming.

    The game says that online play is optional. It may have well said that it is required as what is available offline is very limited and completely awful. Tutorial to start with teaches you mechanics of the game which seem pretty cool. However for the most part they are useless. One of the most useless mechanics is the ability to take cover behind walls. You are fighting zombies, ZOMBIES! They don't shoot you at all. What exactly are you taking cover from? Another is the melee weapon known as the Brainer. Game says it's a powerful weapon, however meleeing a zombie with just the butt of your gun kills them in one hit anyway. No point in using a slow melee weapon that does the same thing. You are also able to crouch and lie down to be more sneaky. There is no stealth, zombies notice you as long as you are near. There is also something known as a Jammer that prevents the zombies from noticing you. However it is only introduced in the tutorial, other than that it is never used.

    The offline mode known as "The Experiment" is a series of very repetitive and boring missions. Kill zombies again and again and again. Normally I love killing zombies and blowing them to pieces, but the play style and clunky controls ruin it. Also it shows what loadout you will be using in the mission. No idea why it shows you this as you can never customize it. As you play through The Experiment, you will unlock things that can only be used online. Other than that there is no progression or any sense of accomplishment.

    In short, if you can't play online do not bother buying this game. There are no bots and the online play being optional is pretty much false advertising. I saw the game I wanted to play and it basically said you can do so without internet. It is garbage.    … Full Review »
  2. BananaReviews
    Jun 22, 2016
    2
    Horrible game,Capcom disappoint you all, with a strange and frantic gameplay too much, expect much of this game, boring and horrible graphics,Horrible game,Capcom disappoint you all, with a strange and frantic gameplay too much, expect much of this game, boring and horrible graphics, not worth… Full Review »
  3. GustavoMol077
    Jun 22, 2016
    0
    Primeiramente eu não sei se isso é Resident Evil, Call of Duty, Rainbow Six ou alguma coisa do tipo. Só sei que a Capcom estava muito mal dasPrimeiramente eu não sei se isso é Resident Evil, Call of Duty, Rainbow Six ou alguma coisa do tipo. Só sei que a Capcom estava muito mal das ideias para produzir esse game. Essa porcaria - que infelizmente se trata do universo de Resident Evil - consegue ser um dos piores jogos da histórias. Graficos ruins, partidas ultra rápidas, personagens ''bonecões'', são só alguns dos quesitos que fazem de longe ser o pior Resident Evil. Engraçado que perto do Operation Raccoon City, dá pra considerar o ORC até bom. Lamentável CAPCOM.… Full Review »
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