Until Dawn

 PlayStation 4
  • Publisher: SCEA
  • Release Date: Aug 25, 2015
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8.3

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  1. RayRay1992
    Aug 28, 2015
    9
    Great Game

    Amazing graphics, very very Atmospheric, Jump Scares

    Great Storyline, although gets a bit crazy near the end

    Will replay just to see what happens with the other choices, the characters are well written, the setting is creepy

    Top Marks
  2. Togowhere
    Aug 29, 2015
    10
    Well this is a fantastic game, I love it, great atmosphere and visuals, the butterfly effect works really well so your actions do effect future events, if like me you love horror movies you will dig this game, is full of spooks and gore and it really manages to pull you into its world in part due to the well crafted and belevable characters, this game is a real gem and one I know I willWell this is a fantastic game, I love it, great atmosphere and visuals, the butterfly effect works really well so your actions do effect future events, if like me you love horror movies you will dig this game, is full of spooks and gore and it really manages to pull you into its world in part due to the well crafted and belevable characters, this game is a real gem and one I know I will come back to over and over again as there is so much in it you will miss first time round, fantastic stuff If you liked Heavy Rain as I did then this should be right up your street.… Expand
  3. Zein
    Aug 31, 2015
    10
    Amazing in every single way! If you have a playStation 4, then you should absolutely play this game! Amazing graphics and really scary! The storyline is really clever and the atmosphere is creepy!
  4. vixvicco
    Sep 5, 2015
    8
    The storyline is your typical cheesy teen horror film, but it does actually have a unique twist to it. However, I do feel the twist changed the tone of the game and made it a little bit weaker. Character plotlines and storylines don't make sense after this. Gameplay is typical Heavy Rain or Beyond: Two Souls type of gameplay (though not made by the same company). A game I recommend if youThe storyline is your typical cheesy teen horror film, but it does actually have a unique twist to it. However, I do feel the twist changed the tone of the game and made it a little bit weaker. Character plotlines and storylines don't make sense after this. Gameplay is typical Heavy Rain or Beyond: Two Souls type of gameplay (though not made by the same company). A game I recommend if you don't mind playing an interactive movie and if you're a horror fan.… Expand
  5. Youngybhoy1988
    Sep 2, 2015
    9
    I'm only about 4 hours in so far but have to say i'm really impressed, until dawn is basically a horror movie that you can play, closest comparison i have is a mix of walking dead, heavy rain and silent hill, the game looks beautiful, has eerie music, good voice acting and just a constant feeling of dread leaving you nervous to walk round any corner in fear of its many jump scares, if youI'm only about 4 hours in so far but have to say i'm really impressed, until dawn is basically a horror movie that you can play, closest comparison i have is a mix of walking dead, heavy rain and silent hill, the game looks beautiful, has eerie music, good voice acting and just a constant feeling of dread leaving you nervous to walk round any corner in fear of its many jump scares, if you like horror then this is a great game to play by yourself, at night, lights off headphones in and just enjoy the experience… Expand
  6. f_lombardi3
    Sep 18, 2015
    9
    Until Dawn is one of the best games on PS4 today. Me personally, I'd recommend using headphones to get total immersion in the game. From the characters to the setting, the ambient noise to the the little things like animals and the trees. The graphics are so buttery smooth. Although i encountered small bugs like tiny frame rate drops, it never took away from my gaming experience. I wasUntil Dawn is one of the best games on PS4 today. Me personally, I'd recommend using headphones to get total immersion in the game. From the characters to the setting, the ambient noise to the the little things like animals and the trees. The graphics are so buttery smooth. Although i encountered small bugs like tiny frame rate drops, it never took away from my gaming experience. I was legit scared during some parts of the game and I felt emotion for characters that died. The game isn't a candidate for game of the year, but it is definitely one of the best sleeper hits. It definitely breaks away from the whole Video Game Horror genre. It feels like a definite breath of fresh air in the Horror genre.

    +Gorgeous Graphics
    +Complete Immersion
    +Great Voice Acting and Cast
    +Amazing Story
    +Replay Ability

    -Small Frame Rate Drops    … Expand
  7. chupapedra23
    Apr 16, 2017
    9
    A awesome game. In this game choices really matters.

    PROS: Graphics, Setting, Interesting plot, Butterfly effect.

    CONS: Can't skip cutscenes, A little bit short and frame rate issues.
  8. TONIEMCEE
    Sep 4, 2015
    10
    It's a 10. Not because of its mechanics, it's because of the way the entire game it's built. You feel like god in a movie, you can make them do stupid stuff or play safe and clever. I finished twice, and i want to do it a few more times to see what else can i do or how many endings i could find. You don't play a lot, it's QTE+exploration but is intense and fun.

    Must buy, specially if    It's a 10. Not because of its mechanics, it's because of the way the entire game it's built. You feel like god in a movie, you can make them do stupid stuff or play safe and clever. I finished twice, and i want to do it a few more times to see what else can i do or how many endings i could find. You don't play a lot, it's QTE+exploration but is intense and fun.

    Must buy, specially if you play with your GF or BF who is not that much into video games.    … Expand
  9. sentinelshade
    Nov 9, 2015
    8
    ***NOTE: THE MAJORITY OF NEGATIVE REVIEWS OF THIS GAME ARE WRITTEN BY PEOPLE WHO OBVIOUSLY AREN'T INTO WHAT IT ENTAILS, basically harping on an "apple" because it "isn't banana enough." Keep that in mind when sifting through the opinions.

    If you enjoy pick-your-own adventures and games that play like interactive movies (Heavy Rain, The Last of Us) then this game is definitely    ***NOTE: THE MAJORITY OF NEGATIVE REVIEWS OF THIS GAME ARE WRITTEN BY PEOPLE WHO OBVIOUSLY AREN'T INTO WHAT IT ENTAILS, basically harping on an "apple" because it "isn't banana enough." Keep that in mind when sifting through the opinions.

    If you enjoy pick-your-own adventures and games that play like interactive movies (Heavy Rain, The Last of Us) then this game is definitely entertaining. This is an intriguing sort of horror thriller that is super fun to play and to watch. (I had company each time I played and they really enjoyed watching.) The storyline is a tad generic but there is enough going on that it will keep you entertained, especially with the matrix of effects based on different choices made by different characters at certain points.

    This game doesn't have a lot of action control because it's not supposed to be high action game. Actions are going to be walking, interacting with things, and performing controls under duress.

    If you're the kind of person who uses walkthroughs and does everything flawless the first time, this game will not have much replay value. If you're the kind of person who is okay with going back to certain chapters to do different parts over, this should be entertaining for a little while.

    DEFINITELY worth playing, but not worth paying $60 to own. I'd recommend buying used, renting, or borrowing it.    … Expand
  10. Eslamoov
    Aug 31, 2015
    9
    An amazing Interactive game with awesome atmosphere and breathtaking visuals and good story with so many different endings, and thanks to the butterfly effect the line between what's right and wrong becomes unnoticeable, in the end it all comes to you and how you want to play the game.
    It's worth the buy imo
  11. Harricade
    Aug 30, 2015
    10
    Juegazo superoriginal, rejugable hasta mas no poder, hasta por gente que no es de rejugarlos. La historia no es nada del otro mundo, pero esta curiosa. Y el pensar que podria haber pasado despues de elegir una decision, es muy llamativo. Totalmente recomendable.
  12. angelooliveira
    Sep 12, 2015
    9
    Very amazing! The story get you clued to the joystick. Its funny some things and you will feel like a movie where you can control most of the time. Of course, its not like and adventure game but more interactive then Beyond Two Souls. The story is better too.
  13. SCLancho
    Oct 5, 2015
    8
    Something different with a good story and graphics (nice to recognize some actors). The only one disadvantage is that you can't mit the long videos, so if you want to reply it just for trophies or different endings you may give up soon.
  14. AlexandreGuima
    Sep 9, 2015
    10
    It is a spectacular game, full of scares, you feel inside a horror film in which you can control some situations, graphic and fabulous history, should do more games this type of platform, and of course with many more hours of play.
  15. Sliggs
    Aug 31, 2015
    8
    Very good game. Although, I couldn't stop myself from thinking that it would have been a fantastic Scooby Doo game, just insert a talking dog along with a van called the Mystery Machine, and remove some of the violence and you essentially have a more darker and modern version of Scooby Doo. I liked pretending that it was a prequel, ya know, before they met the dog.
  16. rrafemi
    Aug 29, 2015
    8
    This game was a surprise. I really like it. It is the best that Heavy Rain + Beyond + Farenheit. All your decisions have an impact in the future, you need to Think very well your decisions. You can play this game 4 times with 4 different results.

    It is a really good novel graphic adventure.
  17. ehed76
    Aug 30, 2015
    8
    This is a very good game if you take it for what it is. I enjoyed every minute and played the first time for four hours. I don`t do that if a game is boring or i get stuck. Liked most of the characters and that it was a easy game to play (i don`t like when you spend hours figuring out stuff. Hope you like it and enjoy. :-D
  18. PortugueseBeast
    Sep 1, 2015
    10
    Óne of the best Horror Games I have played and I am going to tell here a few reasons. The first is that I loved the graphics they were amazing, and second the cliches were amazing.
  19. wadehatfield25
    Sep 6, 2015
    9
    I found it hold a lot of enjoyment and throwbacks to classic horror films. The characters and story are very immersive along with the gameplay, which surprisely has a lot more than given credit of being an "interactive movie" I definitely recommended it to all horror fans
  20. MarkEMark
    Aug 30, 2015
    8
    Playstation Enterainment games done it again.. I must say this game is Good.. Fun and scary..
    The thing about this game is that you make you choice of the story. again short game but worth 60 dollars.. good game.
  21. YoutubeTGW
    Sep 10, 2015
    9
    VERY ENTERTAINING WORTH EVERY PENNY!!!! FINALLY a game in 2015 that is completed and isn't buggy and broken. The story is your clichéd Group of unsupervised teenagers all alone in a cabin slasher film set up for the first half of the game, WHICH IS NOT BAD, but with that cliché it did make things EXTREMELY predictable especially if it comes to the second half of the game. The graphicsVERY ENTERTAINING WORTH EVERY PENNY!!!! FINALLY a game in 2015 that is completed and isn't buggy and broken. The story is your clichéd Group of unsupervised teenagers all alone in a cabin slasher film set up for the first half of the game, WHICH IS NOT BAD, but with that cliché it did make things EXTREMELY predictable especially if it comes to the second half of the game. The graphics are amazing the animation well its motion capture which for the faces you can EASILY see how over exaggerated the actors had to make a facial expressions just so the motion capture can pick it up the characters faces are very over exaggerated when they're making a face or Winter speaking which is not that much of a turn off. The biggest irritation is the FIXED CAMERA ANGLES!!! Seriously this game what a been much better with an over the shoulder Cameraview like in resident evil six or like in project zer 2 Wii edition (fatal frame two Crimson butterfly Wii addition remake) but I can see how fixed camera angles are NECESSARY for when you find an item you need to look at for example when you're playing as Emily and you look in the mines. but for fixed camera angles throughout the whole game was kind of annoying when you want to look around see her every or see if you can find items where the item glowing was hard to see. The gameplay is mostly QET's which I don't see why game developers think "oh the stories extremely interesting and animation and the graphics are superb we can just have QET's for the ENTIRE game just because" I'm not saying the kitties are BAD it just makes do you think that they could've done more for the gameplay I understand games with cutie tease but BEAUTIFUL graphics in scenery you can usually tell where the budget goes to. I will forgive the 3Q ET gameplay just because I didn't see the trailer that made me think the gameplay would be otherwise. I really can't forgive the whole "fixed camera angles" I seriously had enough of that in the old DMC games. They seriously could have done it over the shoulder camera angles so you have the power to move the camera look around when you're holding the flashlight or any type of light source.… Expand
  22. michaelg2014
    Aug 31, 2015
    10
    Stay with the horror games,liked the elments in horror films and video games.it's cool.like friday the 13th movies as well as halloween flims on syfi,the best zobie game is dying light or dead island 2
  23. AldmeriDominion
    Sep 1, 2015
    9
    PROS: Great cast, great writing, great acting, fantastic characters, believable world, great score
    CONS: Framerate, questionable audio at times, Few and far between janky animations.9.5
  24. rodericrinehart
    Jan 30, 2016
    9
    Until Dawn is just what I want from gaming a lot of the time. I play a lot of long slogs in huge RPGs, turn-based strategy games, and open world action adventures. I need games like Until Dawn and Life is Strange (and even Telltale) to find the perfect mix of gaming and movies. Games like Until Dawn make most horror movies look both bad and boring, because Until Dawn is a solid horrorUntil Dawn is just what I want from gaming a lot of the time. I play a lot of long slogs in huge RPGs, turn-based strategy games, and open world action adventures. I need games like Until Dawn and Life is Strange (and even Telltale) to find the perfect mix of gaming and movies. Games like Until Dawn make most horror movies look both bad and boring, because Until Dawn is a solid horror movie all on its own, plus it is a fun game with interactivity and choice.… Expand
  25. Funkymonk
    Feb 1, 2016
    8
    I wasn't sure I was going to like Until Dawn or the interactive movie genre in general because I'm not a fan of games that are more like movies then games. The slow first couple of hours didn't exactly fill me with confidence either but it's one of those games that gets better as you progress. Genuinely surprising yet logical plot twists and characters that reveal more depth to theirI wasn't sure I was going to like Until Dawn or the interactive movie genre in general because I'm not a fan of games that are more like movies then games. The slow first couple of hours didn't exactly fill me with confidence either but it's one of those games that gets better as you progress. Genuinely surprising yet logical plot twists and characters that reveal more depth to their personalities then I thought possible in the beginning make Until Dawn (eventually) a game where you genuinely care about the choices you make.… Expand
  26. tnometac
    Jan 4, 2016
    10
    I was reluctant at first due to reviews, but this turned out to be quite entertaining. I love the story and the scariness definitely keeps you on your toes.
  27. SbSnake
    Dec 14, 2015
    10
    Excelente, tenia pensado darle un 8 o 9, pero sinceramente no se me ocurrio una sola cosa negativa de este juego.
    Logro todo lo que un videojuego tendria que hacer, divertido, totalmente atrapante, con mucha innovacion, y esto ultimo lo logra aunque la historia sea nada mas que todos los cliches de una pelicula de terror, juntos en un solo guion.
    Lo termine en muy poco tiempo, pero solo    Excelente, tenia pensado darle un 8 o 9, pero sinceramente no se me ocurrio una sola cosa negativa de este juego.
    Logro todo lo que un videojuego tendria que hacer, divertido, totalmente atrapante, con mucha innovacion, y esto ultimo lo logra aunque la historia sea nada mas que todos los cliches de una pelicula de terror, juntos en un solo guion.
    Lo termine en muy poco tiempo, pero solo por el hecho de que no podia parar de jugarlo, siempre queria saber como seguia la historia.
    Muy importante, cada decision afecta de forma pequeña o inmenza, hasta un botoncito de los quick time events errado, te puede dar un final totalmente distitno.
    Se merece todo lo bueno y malo que puedan decir de este juego, y sobre todo, se merece todas las recomendaciones.    … Expand
  28. TixyLix
    Sep 6, 2015
    9
    The best game on the PS4 that will define the genre!

    Lots of attempts at this style of adventure game have become before, we've had Heavy Rain and Beyond Two Souls, but they've all failed for the most part. Until Dawn is the first one to really nail it and I think it's setting the standard and we'll see many more of these come in the future. Gears of War did it for third person games,    The best game on the PS4 that will define the genre!

    Lots of attempts at this style of adventure game have become before, we've had Heavy Rain and Beyond Two Souls, but they've all failed for the most part. Until Dawn is the first one to really nail it and I think it's setting the standard and we'll see many more of these come in the future. Gears of War did it for third person games, COD for first person shooters (for better or worse) and now Until Dawn for this style of adventure game.

    My only gripe is that I wish we'd see a return of puzzles and dialogue options. I would like a bit more of the point and click adventure game (such as Monkey Island) to creep in.    … Expand
  29. Bitek
    Nov 26, 2016
    10
    great game. i wish there are more games like that. i do admit this is more like interactive movie than typical game but is is highly enjoyable and fun to play. this is a must for anyone who enjoys horror style games.
  30. Leram504
    Oct 29, 2015
    10
    Spectacular! Been gaming since 1991 and nothing has scared me enough to get me to look away from the TV screen since the Resident Evil and Silent Hill series on PS1 but Until Dawn did. Amazing graphics, atmosphere, performances, score--the list keeps going!!
  31. Tha_Lowkey_One
    Feb 25, 2016
    10
    Masterfully designed, scripted, and acted horror game. You are basically playing through an interactive teenage horror film. Everything you do will change the outcome of the story. The graphics are the best I've seen on any video game to date. Outstanding graphics that show the power of the PS4. Playing through this game gave us more thrills than many scary movies that have been coming outMasterfully designed, scripted, and acted horror game. You are basically playing through an interactive teenage horror film. Everything you do will change the outcome of the story. The graphics are the best I've seen on any video game to date. Outstanding graphics that show the power of the PS4. Playing through this game gave us more thrills than many scary movies that have been coming out lately. Definitely a chilling game I hope they make more of them. A must play if you have a ps4… Expand
  32. wade22fan
    Nov 16, 2015
    9
    Until Dawn is a game that I have been waiting for since I first heard about it more than a year ago. I am a big fan of Heavy Rainand Beyond: Two Souls, so this is right up my alley. If you enjoy games that feel like movies, then Until Dawn is for you. But, let me go a step further. If you are a fan of video games at all, I think you should play this game. It takes some risks almost all ofUntil Dawn is a game that I have been waiting for since I first heard about it more than a year ago. I am a big fan of Heavy Rainand Beyond: Two Souls, so this is right up my alley. If you enjoy games that feel like movies, then Until Dawn is for you. But, let me go a step further. If you are a fan of video games at all, I think you should play this game. It takes some risks almost all of them pay off. It dares to be different and break the mold in the world of video games. The game is essentially a single-player interactive drama/horror, brought to us by Supermassive Games. It can be described as an interactive movie. Its cast consists of several familiar faces, including Rami Malek and Hayden Panettiere. The story is about a group of friends who, after a terrible tragedy involving two sisters one year prior, return to Josh’s (Malek) family’s cabin in the mountains somewhere in Canada. At first, they think it’s going to be a fun and perfect reunion amongst friends. However, things start to go wrong, in more ways than one. Soon, they are each fighting to survive on the cold, dark mountain.

    Until Dawn has eight main characters that the player can control. They are: Sam, Josh, Mike, Jessica, Emily, Matt, Ashley, and Chris. As the story progresses, you come to either love or hate the people. We all have our favorites (Chris!) and least favorites (Jessica, ugh). The gameplay and cast go hand in hand, making a very movie-like experience. Until Dawn is not afraid to make players think. I feel like this is something too many games fail to do these days. We need more games that force players to tread carefully and make smart decisions (or dumb ones). Every decision you make in the game leads to another event. The Butterfly Effect feature shows players the results of their choices and how certain things happened because of a decision they made. You must face the consequences for your decisions, no matter the outcome. The “choices” players make within the game are basically quick time events. They are as good as quick time events can get, too. Never is a choice for absolutely nothing. I really like the freedom of choice in Until Dawn. It makes the gameplay flow smoothly. Aside from that, there are lots of cut scenes, that are very well-done I might add. There’s no real time combat, but the game makes it all work without it.

    The visuals of Until Dawn are breathtaking. The snowy, secluded mountain setting packs a ton of atmosphere and is the perfect place for any movie or game in the horror genre. The particle and lighting effects here are second to none. It just adds even more to the already gloomy atmosphere. My hat is off to the developers for making Until Dawn such a visual treat. The sound design is nothing to shake a stick at either. While the game isn’t dreadful, it has plenty of jump scares to keep things on edge. It also has some Saw-like moments that will gross some players out. The premise is somewhat of a cliche, but the game finds ways to innovate via its gameplay style, not to mention, there are some great twists and turns along the way that will catch players off guard. Until Dawn is truly a unique experience and its a game you should definitely pick up. It clocks in at around 9 hours if you play at a normal pace. I genuinely hope there is a sequel, because I want more of Until Dawn! It’s beautiful, atmospheric, entertaining, truly unique, and offers high replay value. Don’t miss out on this one.    … Expand
  33. keanex
    Apr 26, 2017
    8
    Until Dawn is a thrilling interactive story based game reminiscent of slasher films from the late 1990s and early 2000s. Set in a remote cabin with a killer on the loose it is your job to control the various characters and make decisions that affect the outcome of the game.
  34. Carlitoxic
    Apr 11, 2016
    10
    An amazing and fantastic surprise. I have been waiting this type of horror game so many time that now, that I have finished I need more. Until Dawn is a great game with amazing look, photorealist sometimes, is a confortable and terrorifing form of play a classic movie of B series. Quantic dream must play this game and learn.
  35. AlexanderVallin
    Nov 1, 2015
    10
    Awesome game - and my favorite cinematic adventure game that improves greatly from games like Heavy Rain or Beyond Two Souls.

    As a huge horror buff, the setting and characters are simply perfect. The game has great acting (for the material they are given and the characters they are supposed to be). The game also does a good job with the Butterfly effect / decision making system which    Awesome game - and my favorite cinematic adventure game that improves greatly from games like Heavy Rain or Beyond Two Souls.

    As a huge horror buff, the setting and characters are simply perfect. The game has great acting (for the material they are given and the characters they are supposed to be). The game also does a good job with the Butterfly effect / decision making system which adds some replay value.

    Really hoping for a sequel.    … Expand
  36. Pegula
    Feb 15, 2016
    10
    Try it.

    You won't regret it.

    Awesome visuals.

    Controller usage is outstanding and immersive.

    Sotryline and atmosfere great!

    One small step for a game, one giant leap for gaming industry!
  37. biggamejames79
    Jan 1, 2016
    10
    Great game, felt just like playing an interactive horror film! Lots of jump scares mixed in with creepy music and scenery. The Butterfly Effect is strong in this game as what seems like a small decision early on can have huge impact on future choices and options. I hope they make a sequel/prequel!
  38. Lilbutter
    Nov 9, 2015
    9
    One of the best games of 2015 for me. Genuinely scary, brilliant choices that actually matter and zero game over screens (you have to live with your choices). So, so fun and highly recommended.
  39. benjamin666
    Dec 6, 2022
    10
    Very beautiful and exciting game. Amazing technical graphics. Great art design. It is wonderful. Great game excitement. Choices matter
  40. OutDorJustice80
    Dec 13, 2015
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I just finished my first play through. Initially I was under the impression that ALL of your decisions would have a meaningful impact to the storyline, but this is only partly true. Some choices will give you a better chance of surviving, but most choices impact the relationships to each character. The story and gameplay were well polished. Seeing as this game encourages multiple play throughs, I was a bit surprised that starting a new game will prevent collectibles from carrying over. To summarize my experience, I had a great time! That's what a game is about; a good story; good gameplay; great replay value; and graphics and SOUND are simply amazing.… Expand
  41. LTR
    Sep 6, 2015
    8
    An absolutely amazing experience! Great characters, setting and graphics. The choices you finally matter and completely change the whole game. A must play for horror fans!
  42. Zimbardo
    Nov 7, 2015
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is a pretty solid horror game. Great atmosphere, great story, and great motion capture/graphics. The meetings with the psychiatrist were a great addition.

    This would easily be a 10/10 if it weren't for the fact that your decisions don't have much on an impact on the story. Yes, you will influence who lives or dies (and when they die) but that is it. No matter what the gang will go back to the chalet to blow it up. No matter what Josh will get the saw. No matter what Matt and Emily will go to the radio tower. No matter what Sam and Mike will make it to the final scene.

    For a game that spends it's opening 1/2 hour of gameplay beating you over the head about the butterfly effect, you REALLY don't have much freedom and the freedom you are given only makes a difference about 1% of the time.

    Also I've seen people comment that there are over 200 endings to the game. There really is only 1 ending with slight variations. The chalet blows up and everything else is just a cosmetic variation. Either 1) some/all/none of the teens live, and 2) Josh dies or becomes a windigo. Saying that there are hundreds of endings is like saying there are hundreds of endings for MGS5 - big boss could be wearing any one of 10 costumes during the end cinematic, holding any 1 of hundreds of weapons, with or without a headband, with any variation of items left locked or unlocked. But in the end it doesn't matter.    … Expand
  43. pinball123
    Sep 26, 2015
    8
    Slow to get started (a lot of walking early on) and the facial animations are flat out bad at times but over all the game is a lot of fun if you stick with it. Once you get a few chapters in the story really picks up and you become invested in the characters. I really like this style of horror game where the enemies will actually kill you!

    People saying the game is like the order are    Slow to get started (a lot of walking early on) and the facial animations are flat out bad at times but over all the game is a lot of fun if you stick with it. Once you get a few chapters in the story really picks up and you become invested in the characters. I really like this style of horror game where the enemies will actually kill you!

    People saying the game is like the order are flat out stupid. They share quick time events yes but until dawns quick times and choices impact the story and you can shape how it plays out.

    It also takes around 12 hours to finish with a huge amount of replability!    … Expand
  44. bfoore90
    Mar 21, 2017
    8
    Solid game with alot of great scares and tension filled moments that do good at keeping you on your toes and entertained. The characters are also very well written with most of them showing ample development throughout the course of the game. However, the controls can be a bit much and once youve figured the game's narrative, there is not much replay-ability. Overall, I would say this is aSolid game with alot of great scares and tension filled moments that do good at keeping you on your toes and entertained. The characters are also very well written with most of them showing ample development throughout the course of the game. However, the controls can be a bit much and once youve figured the game's narrative, there is not much replay-ability. Overall, I would say this is a very good game that does a good job of paying homage to teen horror flicks and genuinely packs scares to it.… Expand
  45. SuperkenGaming
    May 30, 2016
    10
    Until Dawn
    A Psychological Horror
    Until Dawn starts out with a prank gone wrong.. A girl has a crush and the other teens at this cabin party use this crush to prank her for a video. She’s about to take her shirt off, and surprise, humiliation... She runs off and her sister chases after her... But then something chases after them the girls die… On the anniversary of the twin’s    Until Dawn
    A Psychological Horror
    Until Dawn starts out with a prank gone wrong..
    A girl has a crush and the other teens at this cabin party use this crush to prank her for a video.
    She’s about to take her shirt off, and surprise, humiliation...
    She runs off and her sister chases after her...
    But then something chases after them
    the girls die…
    On the anniversary of the twin’s death, their brother josh invites everyone back for their annual getaway
    the teens eventually all split to go do their own thing...
    Take a relaxing bath, head to a cabin with your promiscuous girlfriend
    and then things start to get weird as you’ll notice subtle cues that maybe someone is watching you...
    This games plays with the idea of the butterfly effect...
    Every single choice you make can unknowingly at times set you on the path to save a character or kill them
    the game starts with 8 characters.
    Any of the 8 can individually or collectively live as well as die…
    Their fate is in your hands during a lot of times a split second decision, and you won’t know which decision leads to what outcome until it’s too late.
    You also have the choice to do nothing when an opportunity to throw or shoot something presents itself...
    Any of these things could change the balance…
    The simple mistake of using an item in a situation instead of holding onto it for later could seal your characters fate, as you control all 8 of them, hopping around the story…
    There is a bit of a mystery here as you’ll eventually come across totems that show you the fate of certain characters, or even a guidance clue to help them survive, as well as pictures and notes that will slowly piece together the strange happenings…
    I had so much fun trying to piece things together…
    Getting attached and annoyed with characters, but even as annoyed with some as I was... I didn’t want to really see any of them die…
    There was only one that I killed off on purpose when I knew that there was probably a chance they didn’t have to die…. But I did it anyway…
    And once I did it, that was it… there’s no going back... no restarting from checkpoints...
    There is no game over..
    You can’t change the past no matter how much you regret a decision..
    A reoccurring theme.
    every choice is significant and this is what makes until dawn such an amazing game.
    I did have some annoyances mechanically, as the exploration sections of the game would sometimes feel just a little too long, and the pacing was just a tad slow in these sections to keep the suspense of the story as high as it possibly could be…
    And this does take away from the experience, but not by much…
    This is still a must play for anyone who’s a fan of horror, mystery , or storytelling in general.
    I give Until Dawn a
    9.5/10    … Expand
  46. youlouz
    Jun 8, 2016
    8
    At first near masterpiece then about 2/3 in it turned into an awful mess

    PROS
    -Great graphics
    -2/3s of gameplay excellent
    -gripping story for the most part

    CONS
    -1/3 of game poor
    -story poor for 1/3
  47. RealDarthWeeder
    Nov 15, 2015
    10
    Another PlayStation Only gem. This is a brilliant 100% horror game which will scare the hell out of you and make your eyes cry because the graphics is just so phenomena you never saw something close to it.
  48. Odogreviews
    Sep 18, 2016
    9
    Until Dawn is a cinematic horror game published by Playstation. It is heavily based off of teenage slasher movies like Friday the 13th and Scream yet it gives its own twist. I found that the graphics were very well done. I found the character models expressive and realistic making me feel more immersed in the story. I found the story basic and entertaining but not amazing. I found the plotUntil Dawn is a cinematic horror game published by Playstation. It is heavily based off of teenage slasher movies like Friday the 13th and Scream yet it gives its own twist. I found that the graphics were very well done. I found the character models expressive and realistic making me feel more immersed in the story. I found the story basic and entertaining but not amazing. I found the plot twist at the end very unsatisfactory. I found some of the character obnoxious and annoying at first but I learned care for them due to the tense gameplay. The game has exploration sections through tank controls, quicktime event sections, and shooter segments at the end. I found the introduction of gunplay at the end of the game unnecessary but it still kept me at the edge of seat while I was playing. I found the gameplay simple and easy to play. I liked the player choice system and the “Butterfly Effect” system making each playthrough unique. The game features well crafted jumpscares that the keep game entense all the way through. People have told me they did not enjoy the parts where you are asked in between chapter sections by the creepy psychiatrist Dr. Hill on how you want the game to play. I actually enjoyed and I found them fun they helped with game’s funny cheesy horror atmosphere. I found some quicktime events annoying because they would sometimes pop out of nowhere but overall I enjoyed every minute of Until Dawn. Until Dawn gets a 9/10.… Expand
  49. alexmanea
    Jan 4, 2016
    10
    Until Dawn is one of the best games I've played in a long time. I was afraid that it might feel as a cliche story, but I was wrong. It feels like you are in total control of the characters. The sound is great as it builds up the emotions and the graphics are the best. Every little choice you make has a consequence and therefore there are many endings you can get. Awesome game and I hopeUntil Dawn is one of the best games I've played in a long time. I was afraid that it might feel as a cliche story, but I was wrong. It feels like you are in total control of the characters. The sound is great as it builds up the emotions and the graphics are the best. Every little choice you make has a consequence and therefore there are many endings you can get. Awesome game and I hope the studio will make more games just like it in the future.… Expand
  50. felasi
    Dec 7, 2015
    8
    Until Dawn is an excellent game and well worth checking out. The graphics are superb. Atmosphere and environments on point, and has compelling acting. It plays as a sort of movie game so in terms of "gameplay" doesnt require much other than some quick time events. Most of what you will be doing is making decisions which will affect the story, and who survives.

    Keeping in mind that the    Until Dawn is an excellent game and well worth checking out. The graphics are superb. Atmosphere and environments on point, and has compelling acting. It plays as a sort of movie game so in terms of "gameplay" doesnt require much other than some quick time events. Most of what you will be doing is making decisions which will affect the story, and who survives.

    Keeping in mind that the game story is set as a typical teen horror movie will help you to oversee some of the silly things characters do (calling your friends name while in a dark and suspicious room). Its cliche like that but it knows it and doesnt try to be something else. As far as a horror story, it flowed seamlesly and didnt jump at irregular intervals as the story developed, which can be the case for alot of horror type games/movies.

    Overall, it was one of those games that kept me wanting to play. Any game that does that is a success in my books. Its obvious that a lot of effort went into this game, the attention to details in some spots is just applaudable.

    I give it an 8 because of some stiff movement, a few holes in the story (bound to happen anyway), and there can be some room for improvement in terms of character development.    … Expand
  51. Frank_Dukes
    Nov 11, 2015
    9
    One of the 2 best games on the ps4 right now. This is the most story driven exclusive on the console and its very beautiful. I like the dark tone and the connection you get with each character. Very good game. Worth picking up if you already own a ps4. I wouldn't buy a ps4 for this game though.
  52. amontillado
    Oct 24, 2015
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A great horror movie and game, one that got under my skin in a way Outlast and Amnesia, or even SOMA, could not. Not to be nitpicky, but after going through a game with terrific character development and twists and turns, plus ambiguous conclusions that ask you to make judgments (internally) on the measure of a person, you may miss some of the details that would have you scratching head throughout the game.

    For example, the mansion where the plot begins and ends is built in the shadow of a sanitarium and mine. On the way to the mansion you pass kiosks with signage that looks like you're entering a national park. Who in their right mind issued the permits for the mansion to be built? How does the damn thing have a pipe drainage system and modern water systems in an area that was recently closed, and which probably hasn't had the time to be properly ecologically restored. Who would drink piped water from the local water stream, for christ's sake that damn thing is probably full of tailings and leached metals from the mine. What're they thinking building a damn mansion there?

    Moreover, when we find out about the Wendigo, are you telling me that for the whole year, year and a half of construction (if not more due to its remoteness) that no construction member ever saw, much less be attacked by the Wendigo? Or see Flamethrower Guy attack one? And nobody check out the Sanitarium and see any of the Wendigos? Or that the construction were diligent about getting off site by sundown in a construction site that means that either a.) they got in a gondola for a good long trip to the mountain, which at most could seat 12 at a time, everyday for work or b.) lived on site to cut down on the distance. BTW, when they were setting up building materials for the mansion, not a single Wendigo attack, at all? I'm beginning to think these Wendigos are highly particular, bet none of the construction crew was hot enough for these hell beasts.

    Still, if you can look past the OBVIOUS lapse in building permitting, the fact that the government allowed a mansion on national park land, that the homeowner does not care about his kids as utilizing water systems would probably do irreparable harm to their health mental and physical, the very particular foraging behavior of the Wendigos, you will have yourself a good time.    … Expand
  53. darkwings13
    Sep 3, 2015
    8
    This was a really fun and scary game to play. I will go over Until Dawn through some main points.

    Setting: It provided a dark, creepy, nerve wracking setting with the mines, to an equally tense and foreboding atmosphere of a comfy lodge to an empty dismal one. The forest itself seems to swallow you whole at times. There were plenty of items to bring the deathly stillness and ominous    This was a really fun and scary game to play. I will go over Until Dawn through some main points.

    Setting: It provided a dark, creepy, nerve wracking setting with the mines, to an equally tense and foreboding atmosphere of a comfy lodge to an empty dismal one. The forest itself seems to swallow you whole at times. There were plenty of items to bring the deathly stillness and ominous feelings to a higher level. Everything from skulls, dried blood, broken furniture, rusty saws, creepy paintings, high stairways and enhanced this. Whenver I had to walk around, my eyes were constantly roaming around, trying to see through the darkness or determine whether a chair was a dead body or something.

    Characters: There was a good variety of all sorts of personalities in the cast. You'll hate some, you'll love some. All I can simply say here, is that the characters had depths, their dialogues with each other felt very real and they were relatable. I liked everyone personally except for Emily lol. But kudos to the voice actress and scriptwriter for succeeding in making her be so disliked.

    Sounds: Creepy and dark background music, accompanied by screechings really tickles the hair on one's neck. It was fantastic. I also like the music that played on Jessica's cell. The sounds of crunching feet in the snow and other movements were also very accurate, and helped alot with immersion.

    Story: Without spoiling, I'll say the story was pretty crazy (in a good way) and it really hooked me to keep playing. You're constantly going forward in hopes of surviving, but there's also a secondary curiosity on what the hell is actually happening. The game provides good detailed clues to push the story forward and it really shows how the past affects the future. I enjoyed it immensely, though I wish we got to play certain characters alittle more. We know too much about some, like Mike, and not enough for characters like Matt for example.

    Shortcoming: It'd be nice to able to run. Like seriously. If my loved one was in peril, I'm not gonna walk around like I'm taking a stroll. Secondly, already mentioned, having more equal playtimes with all the characters would be niced. Being able to explore Josh's head more was very desired. The character's relationship bars also needed to play a bigger role in the game. Also, the jumpscares were alittle overplayed in the game.

    Overall, I would definitely recommend this game to fans of the horror genre. It's entertaining, very human, suspenseful and very enjoyable to play.    … Expand
  54. Termin8ter
    Feb 8, 2016
    8
    If the controversial cancellation of Silent Hills, and P.T getting pulled from the PlayStation store left a bad taste in your mouth, then Until Dawn will be a good palette cleanser. The story follows a bunch of cocky teenagers who end up in an abandoned Ski field. Throughout the game, the teenagers will be attacked and chased by: a murderer, a ghost, and a creepy monster-thing. And it willIf the controversial cancellation of Silent Hills, and P.T getting pulled from the PlayStation store left a bad taste in your mouth, then Until Dawn will be a good palette cleanser. The story follows a bunch of cocky teenagers who end up in an abandoned Ski field. Throughout the game, the teenagers will be attacked and chased by: a murderer, a ghost, and a creepy monster-thing. And it will be your choices that determine whether this group of cocky teenagers live or die, and your choices actually have a meaningful effect on the story! (looking at you, Beyond Two Souls) Another thing Until Dawn does right is the amazing graphics, there is a heap of detail in every environment, so that really enhances the experience. Another thing that makes Until Dawn great is that the story behind why the ghost is attacking you, or why the ghost is haunting you, these facts are not handed to you, you have to search for clues in the environment that explain what's going on. Overall, Until Dawn is a solid horror game and a solid interactive game, buy It if you loved P.T… Expand
  55. hardkotian
    Dec 22, 2015
    9
    Awesome story, nice cinematic, creepy QTE gameplay (it is an "interactive movie" after all - what did you expect?), different choices make another story line, high replay ability. After Fahrenheit-Heavy Rain-Two souls of Quantic Dream there was not actually any games with that genre left to play. And that's where Until Dawn shows up! Glorious.
  56. badgerryan19
    Jun 19, 2017
    8
    What an awesome horror game. being a big fan of Heavy Rain I was excited to see the formula brought to horror and it succeeded with flying colors. With great moment to moment gameplay and really fleshed out characters. I really love the corny/ cheesy 1980's horror slasher feel to it as well. Another PS4 exclusive that Sony is proud of.
  57. DanielBentley
    Sep 10, 2015
    8
    Still testing review system. Copy paste:

    It's not a masterpiece, but it's certainly way above average. I can only see three reasons for someone giving it less than 7: watched a video and didn't like it/Sony hater, dislikes horror experiences, extreme loathe to QTEs.
  58. HelloWorld98
    Sep 4, 2015
    10
    This game came out of nowhere. I love it! The graphics are amazing - excellent motion capture work. It has one of the best horror narratives I've seen in years.

    I'm lucky, my girlfriend likes relaxing with me and playing video games (Bloodborne was intense for the entire household ah ha). But if you're trying to spend a few good nights together, I'm sure anyone will be addicted to this    This game came out of nowhere. I love it! The graphics are amazing - excellent motion capture work. It has one of the best horror narratives I've seen in years.

    I'm lucky, my girlfriend likes relaxing with me and playing video games (Bloodborne was intense for the entire household ah ha). But if you're trying to spend a few good nights together, I'm sure anyone will be addicted to this game until it's finished (UNTIL DAWN). Not much gameplay here either so I had her steer about half of the game :)

    10/10 recommend.    … Expand
  59. AbstractCat
    Sep 14, 2015
    8
    In my opinion, Until Dawn is an 8/10. In my opinion, Until Dawn is an 8/10. In my opinion, Until Dawn is an 8/10. In my opinion, Until Dawn is an 8/10.
  60. LoboMenares
    Sep 1, 2015
    8
    A great horror graphic adventure. Its like a movie that runs 6 to 8 hours, you have eight characters and with your decisions some live and some die. Its a lot like Heavy Rain, not as good, but it has a great story and impressive graphics. Its better than Beyond 2 souls, so if you like that, this is way better.
    If you like slasher horror films and graphic adventures, then you will love Until Dawn.
  61. KyoYagami
    Sep 2, 2015
    8
    I’m gonna get this out of the way. Until Dawn is very fun to play. It may have its flaws, but I can’t stop enjoying myself from playing it. Here’s the best part, I hate horror movies so bad because I don’t like the scare factor or jump scares that are plenty for the horror junkies (medical reasons. Cough). And here I am, laughing like an idiot when those moments happen.

    A year    I’m gonna get this out of the way. Until Dawn is very fun to play. It may have its flaws, but I can’t stop enjoying myself from playing it. Here’s the best part, I hate horror movies so bad because I don’t like the scare factor or jump scares that are plenty for the horror junkies (medical reasons. Cough). And here I am, laughing like an idiot when those moments happen.

    A year after the disappearance of twin sisters at a mysterious cabin on the hill, 8 high school students get back together for a reunion at the request of Josh, the brother of the twins. Upon their arrival, weird things begin happening to them and it’s up to you as the player to try and get all 8 of them alive (it’s possible). Or not.

    The game’s basic premise is to give you the director’s seat of a B movie grade horror slasher flick. Complete with corny cheesy lines that you can expect from those kind of movies. Based on what you do with all 8 characters, they live or die, despite how they will emerge at the end of the game.

    Why I find this game so fun is how great it feels to be in the directors seat. You have total control of who lives and who dies. In words, this won’t feel much. But this power is best demonstrated in a room full of people showing them how you want the fates of the characters to be like. Hate Jessica as much as I do? Let her get abducted and then walk as slowly as you can to try and save her. The same concept can be applied to other characters as well like, leading them to weird kind of areas that are bound to give you something to be afraid of.

    And boy the jump scares are funny.

    The game employs common jump scares that you can expect. And when they do happen, I can’t believe how I feel rewarded for guessing them right. In fact, characters that I have invested in that I want them dead in specific moments, feels satisfying as heck! I agree it’s psychotic that I want these people to live or die, but that’s the beauty of the directors seat!

    Another interesting option in the game is that it wants to know what you are scared off. Based on what are you afraid of, the game will change its surrounding and effects based on what you have chosen. If you are afraid of gore, there will be tons of blood and guts ready to be spilled. But if say you hate needles, it will keep showing u pointy objects. It’s a very nice feat in my opinion and slightly enhances the fear factor. The much talked about “Butterfly Effect” is a good way of branching storylines that depending on the choices you make, changes how the ending of the character can be (whether lives or dies, with cloth or not). This may take some of the thrill of not being able to back track in the game away, but makes every choice a lot more of interesting to decide on.

    Technically, I can’t avoid complaining about the frame rate. This game is gorgeous, but the frame rate dips are a bother. In fact, there are moments in the game that i felt could have been improved, like shorter explorations that gets me to the next scene. Walking faster doesn’t seem that fast either. Controls, whether motion or stick based, could use more polish as well. Animations are… a hit and miss. Sometimes, the motion capture is good. Other times, they look like they were made in the 90s. Some facial expressions are even scarier than the jump scares!

    It’s weird for me to say that this is a great party game for you to play. But when I was younger, I remember being a part of Resident Evil 2 playthrough party, and the screams coming from everyone were euphoric. Until Dawn has been successful in giving me that good old feeling of a good horror game, despite its immediate flaws. Remember, play with a room full of people, lights off, and let the fun filled horror begin!    … Expand
  62. cartman69_er
    Sep 3, 2015
    8
    Its more movie than game , horror genre is probably good for this style of game. Its confusing at first but with the butterfly effect you are glued to the screen to see what happens next. Will probable play one more time to see a different ending .
  63. Jacen1023
    Sep 3, 2015
    8
    I wasn't too sure I wanted to pick up Until Dawn brand new at $60. After playing through it once in 2 sessions I'm glad I did. The moment I finished Until Dawn I immediately started a new game to go back and see if I could save those I was unable to.
    I'm not one for survival horror, during my time with Until Dawn I felt helpless the whole time. QTE and choices aside I felt helpless,    I wasn't too sure I wanted to pick up Until Dawn brand new at $60. After playing through it once in 2 sessions I'm glad I did. The moment I finished Until Dawn I immediately started a new game to go back and see if I could save those I was unable to.
    I'm not one for survival horror, during my time with Until Dawn I felt helpless the whole time. QTE and choices aside I felt helpless, knowing that these people's lives are in your hands and there's no re-spawning made me stop and really think about what I was going to do. I paused the game on multiple occasions so I could weigh the options placed before me.
    I set out trying my hardest to ensure the friends survived even the ones I didn't like (Emily). Knowing that something as simple as using an item at the wrong time or not completing a QTE fast enough made there chances of survival lower or in some instances non existent was really tough on me.
    In the end I loved Until Dawn, the butterfly effect had real ramifications, the characters had depth (even though they were based off 80s campy tropes), the voice acting was top notch and the story was engaging. However, that had left turn 3/4 of the way through was very jarring and that's really what caused me to give this game on 8.    … Expand
  64. Xyldan
    Sep 3, 2015
    8
    An 8 out of 10 is a great score for a great game. It was very different from many games out at the moment, which is a very good thing. People who are worried about the QTE or the fact that it a interactive movie should know that it keeps you more engaged then most games out these days. I find that with a lot of games out at the moment i can be of Facebook while playing were as for untilAn 8 out of 10 is a great score for a great game. It was very different from many games out at the moment, which is a very good thing. People who are worried about the QTE or the fact that it a interactive movie should know that it keeps you more engaged then most games out these days. I find that with a lot of games out at the moment i can be of Facebook while playing were as for until dawn my eyes were glued to the screen for the entire 9 hours of a great story. If you're worried about the price or gameplay wait until it come down in price but definitely a game to play for the future.… Expand
  65. RavensCrime
    Sep 5, 2015
    8
    As someone who loves these Quantic Dream/Interactive Movie type games, and a fan of everything horror, my time with Until Dawn was a blast.
    This game is true Horror, not like most games these dames, which are basically very gory shooters. The only downsides this Game has are that its a bit overpriced, only having a running time of 6-7 Hours and it is part of a pretty niche genre.
    But it    As someone who loves these Quantic Dream/Interactive Movie type games, and a fan of everything horror, my time with Until Dawn was a blast.
    This game is true Horror, not like most games these dames, which are basically very gory shooters. The only downsides this Game has are that its a bit overpriced, only having a running time of 6-7 Hours and it is part of a pretty niche genre.
    But it is one of the only games I started again right after I finished it, so that has to count for something, right?    … Expand
  66. justdoit
    Sep 8, 2015
    8
    It has some weird animations and framerate issues, but everything else is a-ok
    Plot twist(s) are kind of lazy though, they could have gone a bit more creative with it
  67. Blacqout
    Sep 16, 2015
    8
    More movie than game. I felt like a director rather than any of the eight controllable characters, however this is no bad thing in the slasher genre.

    Some may glean satisfaction from keeping the party alive through the tense, terrifying night in the mountains, but when things go wrong and people get bloody is when this experience is at its best. It's also nice that the collectible    More movie than game. I felt like a director rather than any of the eight controllable characters, however this is no bad thing in the slasher genre.

    Some may glean satisfaction from keeping the party alive through the tense, terrifying night in the mountains, but when things go wrong and people get bloody is when this experience is at its best.

    It's also nice that the collectible clues and the game's chain of logic make sense, a rarity in this sort of game, and there is a definite sense of putting the mystery together piece by piece as the story progresses.    … Expand
  68. That_DL_Kid
    Dec 2, 2015
    10
    This game is amazing. Until Dawn perfects the interactive movie format that Indigo Prophecy, Heavy Rain and Beyond Two Souls introduced. After I beat it the first time I instantly wanted to play again to correct all my mistakes in the first play-through. Plus I really liked the twist about three fourths through it totally took me by surprise. The graphics are simply stunning, the lightingThis game is amazing. Until Dawn perfects the interactive movie format that Indigo Prophecy, Heavy Rain and Beyond Two Souls introduced. After I beat it the first time I instantly wanted to play again to correct all my mistakes in the first play-through. Plus I really liked the twist about three fourths through it totally took me by surprise. The graphics are simply stunning, the lighting effects, body movements and facial expressions are some of the best on PS4. I'm a huge fan of survival horror and I really hope that Until Dawn sets the bar high for the rest of next gen survival horror games. I'm sure some will not like the interactive movie format but if you love horror movies and/or horror games you have must pick up this game.… Expand
  69. GabrielMikaelso
    Oct 16, 2015
    10
    Não tenho o que dizer, apenas sentir! Jogo perfeito! História legal e que prende até o final mesmo!!!!!! Quero a continuação pra ontem! Muito bom mesmo.
  70. kbm
    Nov 5, 2015
    8
    A good mix between a player choice game and a slasher flick, Until Dawn isn't scary but is untimely a great game for parties.
    A game where the butterfly effect works, a diverse yet cliché cast with people you can relate to, collectibles which expand the story, and an amazing sound design. Until Dawn isn't without it's occasional cliché moments or it's jump scares, but those are what makes    A good mix between a player choice game and a slasher flick, Until Dawn isn't scary but is untimely a great game for parties.
    A game where the butterfly effect works, a diverse yet cliché cast with people you can relate to, collectibles which expand the story, and an amazing sound design. Until Dawn isn't without it's occasional cliché moments or it's jump scares, but those are what makes the game more fun.
    Make sure you invite your friends, grab some snacks, and turn off the lights because this game is best played at a slumber party.    … Expand
  71. Borgees
    Sep 25, 2016
    8
    Uma das maiores surpresas de 2015. O jogo é muito bom, história boa alá filmes de terror dos anos 80~90, personagens carismáticos e gráficos incríveis.
  72. CR2803
    Nov 10, 2015
    9
    As far as horror games go this is right up there. The game had to be perfect to fit the dynamic that the story represents, and they've hit the nail on the head. It's basically an interactive movie and therefore cannot be compared with horrors such as the Resident Evil series or Evil Within, however this works well in their favour. The game introduces quick time events which means you haveAs far as horror games go this is right up there. The game had to be perfect to fit the dynamic that the story represents, and they've hit the nail on the head. It's basically an interactive movie and therefore cannot be compared with horrors such as the Resident Evil series or Evil Within, however this works well in their favour. The game introduces quick time events which means you have to be ready with your controller and paying close attention to your screen, not ideal when you're waiting for a scare. Wouldn't recommend at full price due to the lack of replay value (highly recommend only one playthrough, you'll remember the experience for a while that way), but a true Playstation essential that must be played!… Expand
  73. MauricioL778812
    Nov 14, 2015
    8
    Beautiful graphs whole new generation, charismatic characters, has many bugs, good story but ddava to improve, enemies looking is to stay with hand on heart, terror and every hour tension, your biggest problem is the price but it is worth buying .
    Endnote 8.7
  74. roaldkaspers
    Nov 17, 2015
    9
    Until Dawn is a very interactive Game. Although this is a typical 'Horror Game' Setting it is very enjoyable. But if you would choose Gameplay over Story, this is definitely not your Game. Also the Idea that you shape your own Fate may not be very original but it really works here. Until Dawn's weak points are that it isn't very scary and the Story should have just stayed with the SerialUntil Dawn is a very interactive Game. Although this is a typical 'Horror Game' Setting it is very enjoyable. But if you would choose Gameplay over Story, this is definitely not your Game. Also the Idea that you shape your own Fate may not be very original but it really works here. Until Dawn's weak points are that it isn't very scary and the Story should have just stayed with the Serial Killer Idea.… Expand
  75. JCdark2889
    Nov 20, 2015
    9
    I really liked this game. It had a good story and the perfect acting to make it feel like an old horror film.
    The controls could be clunky at times, but I can look past that. I like that all the choices I made mattered. (Maybe not ALL)
    It had a lot of actors that I'm a big fan of (Hayden mostly) and it even had subtle nods to old horror films.
    Overall a great game.
  76. gamingsince5
    Dec 24, 2015
    9
    For me first true next gen experience, this impressed me more than I had anticipated. Clever and well written story, cliched but engaging characters, great soundtrack for the genre and outstanding graphics. This is a great addition to the PlayStation library, a must try, especially if you like interactive movie type games.
  77. TalentlessHack
    Jan 7, 2016
    8
    Until Dawn is basically a slasher horror movie in a video game format. If you like story driven games and horror movies, then this game is right up your alley.

    The game follows eight teens in a chalet in the mountains after an accident that happened there last year. The game takes a lot time in the first couple of chapters to establish their roles and personalities, up until the point    Until Dawn is basically a slasher horror movie in a video game format. If you like story driven games and horror movies, then this game is right up your alley.

    The game follows eight teens in a chalet in the mountains after an accident that happened there last year. The game takes a lot time in the first couple of chapters to establish their roles and personalities, up until the point where it gets a bit redundant. This is about the only major complaint that I have with this game right next to the other minor issue this game has; some characters have "plot protection".

    But once the developers take the brakes off, it's on. Non-stop tension and mindgames being played on the gamer. You can live your slasher dream and dispose of the teens one by one, or try your best to keep them all alive for the happy ending. Either way you go, the game doesn't fail to entertain.

    The production values are top notch. Graphics look amazing. The actors were on the money with their roles and were extremely believable. E.g. the character everyone hates, but outshines them all, Emily.

    Until Dawn might not be a gamers game, but I won't deny that a had a fun time with it. It's a fun slasher that will go down in the books as one of the PS4's pleasant surprises.    … Expand
  78. PelucasMata
    Jan 6, 2016
    9
    Really great game!. I was having doubts o purchasing this one, luckily it was on holiday sale so i took it. I practically swallowed it in in only one night! (ironically i played Until Dawn until dawn). Even though It was over in only one night I really enjoyed the experience.
    It should be seen as an interactive movie since there is not much playability and what keeps you playing is the    Really great game!. I was having doubts o purchasing this one, luckily it was on holiday sale so i took it. I practically swallowed it in in only one night! (ironically i played Until Dawn until dawn). Even though It was over in only one night I really enjoyed the experience.
    It should be seen as an interactive movie since there is not much playability and what keeps you playing is the storyline, effects, and characters.
    There is not much re-playable value here, you could unlock all the trophies pretty easily and see all the possible outcomes with 2 o 3 replays.
    Note on the side: Peter Stormare acting is superb!    … Expand
  79. stamito
    Apr 26, 2016
    9
    I think this game is really good; the real question here is if you like this kind of games. I mean this game feels a bit like an interactive movie (very similar to Fahrenheit, heavy rain etc.), I don’t think this is bad if you enjoy this kind of games. Personally, I like this and the point and click adventures a lot and if you are like me you’ll like it quite a lot I think. However, ifI think this game is really good; the real question here is if you like this kind of games. I mean this game feels a bit like an interactive movie (very similar to Fahrenheit, heavy rain etc.), I don’t think this is bad if you enjoy this kind of games. Personally, I like this and the point and click adventures a lot and if you are like me you’ll like it quite a lot I think. However, if you’re more a fast, action, highly interactive kind of player…well…you might want to look at buying something else.

    Good things!, well the graphics are quite good and they make an awesome work at making the experience immersive, so good work here. And the story it is quite good as well, this game has been sold to have a slasher movie kind of plot. This true in principle, but the game feels like a very well-made with good direction slasher movie. The story is really interesting and makes you want to see what’s going to happen next, with some lovable characters. If you’re wondering, I don’t think the game is very scary, just some occasional jump scares. Although I think the game is good at making you feel tense because you know your decisions have real impact in the story. I mean, you can finish the game from saving all the guys to saving nobody or just some…so…be careful and think twice before acting or you might get somebody killed.

    I don’t think the game has any particular negative things, I’d just say be aware of the kind of game this is…basically an interactive movie…this isn’t call of duty or gears of war…and obviously if you walk in here expecting that, you’ll go “what is this…?”    … Expand
  80. mikehettfield
    Apr 12, 2016
    9
    awesome game, i would like more games have to deal with your psyche, your choices, and have more than one ending just like the ps1 era, graphically is beautiful, and i loved the horror approach on it
  81. TodorPopov
    Jan 27, 2016
    10
    One of the best games I have ever played. The idea is to make the game looks like a movie. You are playing a game and watching a movie at the same time. Keeping you on your toes for the whole time. Had some really nice time with it.
  82. Susanoooooooo
    Dec 11, 2016
    10
    Very interesting game in horror style. Pretty graphics, characters and sure story. I want to see a sequel of this game, but it is impossible, i think.
  83. janettaplanetta
    Nov 7, 2016
    9
    I'm a noob gamer and hadn't heard of this title but bought it on a whim when it was on a special offer on PSN, and it turned out to be a real breath of fresh air and very welcome change of pace from the huge open world RPG's I've been playing. It is an unfolding story that you move your character through, like watching a film that you're taking an active part in. You have to make decisionsI'm a noob gamer and hadn't heard of this title but bought it on a whim when it was on a special offer on PSN, and it turned out to be a real breath of fresh air and very welcome change of pace from the huge open world RPG's I've been playing. It is an unfolding story that you move your character through, like watching a film that you're taking an active part in. You have to make decisions as you go, often having to make choices very quickly and under pressure. It's really well done, it looks gorgeous, and although it took me a few minutes to get the hang of moving my character almost out of sight until the camera angle changed, I did, and it all works pretty seamlessly. The acting and characterization is excellent, I found it very atmospheric, and I was completely engrossed and intrigued to see where the story was heading. I didn't find it terrifying, more moderately creepy with some real 'scream out loud' moments that made me laugh afterwards. It wasn't very long but I thoroughly enjoyed every minute of it and will definitely be playing it through again to try some different choices. Worth every penny I spent on it and then some.… Expand
  84. MisterGutsy
    Feb 20, 2016
    8
    Although it pays homage to cheesy cliched horror flicks, Until Dawn is definitely the most fun i have had on a horror game in a long time. What ever choices you make change the outcome of what happens to characters in the story as it progresses. Compared to something like a TellTale or Quantum Dream game Until Dawn offers a lot more unique features such as the butterfly system which allowsAlthough it pays homage to cheesy cliched horror flicks, Until Dawn is definitely the most fun i have had on a horror game in a long time. What ever choices you make change the outcome of what happens to characters in the story as it progresses. Compared to something like a TellTale or Quantum Dream game Until Dawn offers a lot more unique features such as the butterfly system which allows you to see choices of certain situations in the game.

    Overall Until Dawn is an enjoyable horror flick that should not be taken so seriously by the hardcore fans of the horror genre and i recommend it to anybody who is looking for something new to play on their PS4.    … Expand
  85. paulomello2006
    Mar 4, 2016
    10
    Só 2 uma palavras pra descrever esse jogo, JOGO FODÁSTICO!
    Não subestimem o jogo, ele vai mexer com você!

    Only 2 word to describe this game, AWESOME FUC..KING!
    Do not underrate the game, it will change your senses!
  86. Sonyer-Pipero
    Jun 25, 2016
    8
    The script kept me entertained and feeling like my decisions mattered throughout my 10-hour playthrough. Thanks to some good twists, a few fake-outs, and limitless jump scares, Until Dawn would make a solid horror film. As a piece of interactive fiction, however, it's a remarkable experience that horror fans shouldn't miss
  87. Fincher7
    Apr 26, 2016
    9
    Never played anything quite like it. It looks absolutely stunning. Feels truly next gen.

    Definitely a game every PS4 owner should play at least once.
  88. kizt
    Apr 2, 2017
    8
    Until Dawn is all about the story and the characters. At first, it seems like a typical teen slasher horror flick but the direction of the story changes later in the game. The butterfly effect being the decision-making mechanism in the game has no major effect on the storyline itself which is slightly disappointing but it does not really detract from the experience that is on offer; it isUntil Dawn is all about the story and the characters. At first, it seems like a typical teen slasher horror flick but the direction of the story changes later in the game. The butterfly effect being the decision-making mechanism in the game has no major effect on the storyline itself which is slightly disappointing but it does not really detract from the experience that is on offer; it is mainly used to determine whether characters survive the night. The storyline is interesting but what I really love is the atmosphere and the interaction between characters. It is not a long game but there is a replayability value if you do not get 100% completion in the first playthrough. Highly recommended if you are looking for something different.… Expand
  89. Tazzy13
    May 12, 2016
    10
    Great game , really enjoyed it . I'm glad there is a genre out there like this , I don't always want to be jumping around frantically shooting stuff. Sometimes it's nice to come home put my feet up and play a game that's more like an interactive movie/book. The story in until dawn really draws you in and you start to make your opinions about each character as the game progresses.Great game , really enjoyed it . I'm glad there is a genre out there like this , I don't always want to be jumping around frantically shooting stuff. Sometimes it's nice to come home put my feet up and play a game that's more like an interactive movie/book. The story in until dawn really draws you in and you start to make your opinions about each character as the game progresses. There's no skill trees, no upgrades just pure story telling and decision making. Yes it's got cheesy moments in it but that's what makes it good. It feels like a 80s -90s horror with stupid teens making stupid decisions.I hope supermassive games continue to make games like this. I enjoyed this more then the Quantic Dreams games which tend to be too drawn out and slow. Until dawn has great atmosphere and pace , with a few twists along the way. I have finished it twice and have also watched a few "lets plays" to see other peoples decisions in the game. But these don't do the game justice , you really have to play it for yourself. Also is a great game to play with someone who doesn't really like video games they tend to also get invested in the story and decisions as well. Must buy!… Expand
  90. KayVen17
    Dec 29, 2016
    8
    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 = 79/100
    Mein User Score = 8/10

    Lohnenswert? = Für einen Abend lohnenswert.
    Fortsetzung erwünscht? = Nicht nötig, aber ein Spiel mit dem selben Shema schon.    … Expand
  91. PedroLvPs
    May 22, 2016
    9
    I like it because is an good horror game with a diferent gameplay than just walk in rooms. You can chose where do you want to go, what do you want to say... But this options of conversation almost won't change the story. But it's good!
  92. TookieReview
    Sep 13, 2016
    9
    What would be a mediocre horror movie with some redeeming elements can apparently turn out to make an amazing game with great adventure style gameplay as well as beautiful visuals and tense moments of delight from the cheese and cliche ridden story that this game flaunts with pride. Until Dawn is one of the main reasons you'd want to pick up a PS4, and is best played without any priorWhat would be a mediocre horror movie with some redeeming elements can apparently turn out to make an amazing game with great adventure style gameplay as well as beautiful visuals and tense moments of delight from the cheese and cliche ridden story that this game flaunts with pride. Until Dawn is one of the main reasons you'd want to pick up a PS4, and is best played without any prior knowledge of what you're in for. The only down side, and sadly it is a big one, is the game isn't really worth playing more than once, as then the strings attached as well as the stories flaws become more apparent. But for one great, tense, and enjoyable run- well worth the cost of entry.… Expand
  93. Tselel
    Oct 16, 2016
    8
    Story/Campaign - First of all, its based on a B+ horror/slasher films which obviously, story is not its greatest strength and the decision making of all its characters are so bad you'll wish you are in the game to punch the lights out of their faces. However, what makes its story/campaign interesting is YOU, the player, will decide the fate of almost all of the characters. You may do yourStory/Campaign - First of all, its based on a B+ horror/slasher films which obviously, story is not its greatest strength and the decision making of all its characters are so bad you'll wish you are in the game to punch the lights out of their faces. However, what makes its story/campaign interesting is YOU, the player, will decide the fate of almost all of the characters. You may do your best to let them live or you may want to kill them all if you feel like it. You may also make the nicest character of them to be a murderer and so on. Its interactivity and your decision affects everything in the world of Until Dawn. A problem with these though is the fact that its not that scary, sure it has some jumpscares but its just a few and never really gave me a horror experience i want to feel in a horror game. A score of 7/10 imo in this aspect.

    Sound - Well, this is one of my main factors in a horror game. The timing of its sounds, sudden loud noises, etc. which affects the instensity of a horror game. In relation with the game, Its sound are ok and also well-placed in the game. Tbh, im had more jumpscares in my headphones than the actual game though, so it did a nice job atleast. A score of 8/10 deserves this aspect.

    Graphics - Now in relation of environments...ITS GREAT, the mist, the forest, the darkness, everything in the environment really feels creepy and gives you that scary and reluctance to even want to experience it. As to the characters, They all look realistic with the developers doing a good job in capturing their facial expression movement, everything. However, my main problem is its cutscenes which tends to lose its frame rate more often and some cutscene delays its unnerving considering it is a game/horror films which most of the time you are watching. A score of 8/10 for these.

    Total Average = 7.6

    Well, i can see the developers really tried their best in making this game. Its not perfect, but its far from being a dissapointment. They did a good job of hiring a renowned indie horror director to put life into the game and got real actors to perform their characters both in voice and motion which puts realism in the game. The gore are damn cringy and would not recommend eating while playing these game. A good, short but satisfying experience overall.    … Expand
  94. TheGreatDustyCZ
    Jun 3, 2017
    9
    Until Dawn is and interactive horror where you can control 8 different characters and choose their destiny (in this case, who will die and who will survive "UNTIL DAWN"). Gameplay is very simple, you go and interact with environment among you, or there are QTE sequences, and the interesting part is choosing between 2 or more options which will have some impact on the story. It´s similar toUntil Dawn is and interactive horror where you can control 8 different characters and choose their destiny (in this case, who will die and who will survive "UNTIL DAWN"). Gameplay is very simple, you go and interact with environment among you, or there are QTE sequences, and the interesting part is choosing between 2 or more options which will have some impact on the story. It´s similar to games like Heavy Rain... Yeah...gameplay is not much, but it´s the story what makes this game GREAT. Unpredictable twists, and very good atmosphere from start to end. Characters are typical 'slasher' types, but they are still amazing. Anyone who loves horror genre should play this game. I hope there will be a sequel. 9/10… Expand
  95. chekarino
    Aug 10, 2016
    10
    One of the best gaming experiences I have ever had! Almost wish I'd never played this game because I don't see how anything could ever be able to top it!
  96. zerkoulis
    Aug 25, 2016
    8
    A very nice game overall. The story is like a stupid American horror movie, but when you playing it is awesome and is so much fun. Absolutely terrifying.

    GRAPHICS: It is not Uncharted 4 or Witcher 3 but the graphics are very nice. Are running smoothly with the horror theme environment and help you get in the mood. GAMEPLAY: I will start again with a comparison. It is not Last Of Us    A very nice game overall. The story is like a stupid American horror movie, but when you playing it is awesome and is so much fun. Absolutely terrifying.

    GRAPHICS: It is not Uncharted 4 or Witcher 3 but the graphics are very nice. Are running smoothly with the horror theme environment and help you get in the mood.

    GAMEPLAY: I will start again with a comparison. It is not Last Of Us but the storytelling is the strong point of this game. You are getting attached with the characters and your choices are really matter. They change the course of the game. It really stands with the greatest games of this genre like Fahrenheit, Heavy Rain and Beyond: Two Lost Souls. The movement of your character is good (not perfect) and the fixed camera sometimes does not help when you are moving from a plan to another. But fixed camera has its own meaning. Puts you deep in the game and scare the s@#t out of you. With very little interaction in the game you have the feeling that you do so many things.

    SUMMARY: BUY IT. A very nice game and satisfaction guaranteed. I really do not understand people that they hate it. It is not a masterpiece but the game still is great.    … Expand
  97. Sit_josh
    Oct 24, 2016
    10
    A beautiful and heart racing game which makes you make quick decisions which could have later consequences. The less interactivity is this game actually makes the game more fun to play. The jump scares are jump worthy and the realism of the characters and the environment is unreal. Overall it is probably the best game I've played in a long time.
  98. ClutchCM
    Nov 7, 2016
    10
    This is the best game I have ever played! It is very suspenseful, and extremely interactive... the replay-ability on this game is great since there are so many different outcomes and story lines. The story is fantastic and immersive and addicting. I just wish the game was longer. Definitely a 10/10!
  99. PsychoShane123
    Feb 15, 2017
    8
    Outstanding graphics bring this game to life, while some great directing make this game terrifying. Combine that with the butterfly system and you got one of the best horror games of this generation.
  100. Resuaicata
    Dec 20, 2016
    9
    I personally enjoyed the game, it's a very interesting take on a "Horror Genre" game.

    The entire premise of the game is that every decision you make will drastically effect the outcome of the future. An example would be, you start off in a room with 3 doors, you select one go into a different room which also has 3 doors, you select one, and continue. No how drastically different would    I personally enjoyed the game, it's a very interesting take on a "Horror Genre" game.

    The entire premise of the game is that every decision you make will drastically effect the outcome of the future. An example would be, you start off in a room with 3 doors, you select one go into a different room which also has 3 doors, you select one, and continue. No how drastically different would the game had been if you had chosen a different door at the beginning? >Butterfly Effect< and no I'm not referring to the god awful movie.

    Story wise it's basically your "Run of the mill" horror >Movie< that follows all the typical rules of the setting. Except you literally choose what happens by your choices.

    Game has some mystery, alot of "Quick action" responses. All in all I like the game because it does something different, and it actually has alot of replay value to see how drastically you can change the story. 9/10 (+1 for having Peter Stormare in the game, he brought alot of life into it)    … Expand
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 103 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 86 out of 103
  2. Mixed: 16 out of 103
  3. Negative: 1 out of 103
  1. CD-Action
    Nov 14, 2015
    65
    A barely interactive horror film about typical American teenagers. You know, with a cabin. In the woods. And a psychopath. We’ve all seen that, we’ve heard these dialogues, we all know these characters. Still Until Dawn has a pretty good story and is a nice homage to horror flicks and despite being a collection of simple QTE’s can both engage and surprise. [11/2015, p.44]
  2. SpazioGames
    Oct 28, 2015
    80
    It's tense, smart, and able to arouse the player's curiosity until the end. Some design choices are a bit controversial, and the acting is not always spot on, but it's definitely a great homage to horror movies.
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  3. Playstation Official Magazine Australia
    Oct 16, 2015
    80
    Gameplay-wise, not exactly a killer app, but anybody who looks at those visuals will be dead impressed. Short, but plenty of reasons to replay, and it’s the spookiest game since Alien: Isolation. [November 2015, p72]
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