Until Dawn

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

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  1. patolouco22
    Aug 28, 2015
    2
    Needless to play the game to know it's more movie than game.

    The typical game that you can play on youtube.

    Really very weak. Only valid if it comes offered in Plus.
  2. Deadite409
    Aug 28, 2015
    9
    If you like cheesy 80's horror/slasher flicks, and 'choose your own adventure' stories/games, this is for you.
    I am a huge horror fan, especially 80's. My favorite aspect of this game is the sound and cinematography. When you're walking down a snowy path, hearing footsteps in the snow, wind, trees, animals, and the camera changes to a view where someone on the hillside is watching your    If you like cheesy 80's horror/slasher flicks, and 'choose your own adventure' stories/games, this is for you.
    I am a huge horror fan, especially 80's. My favorite aspect of this game is the sound and cinematography. When you're walking down a snowy path, hearing footsteps in the snow, wind, trees, animals, and the camera changes to a view where someone on the hillside is watching your movements, and reacting by hiding, and heavily breathing, it really is an 80's horror film. Plenty of homage is paid to some classics as well. It's a "choose your own adventure" cinematic masterpiece. Some people may be upset that it isn't a "game" per se, but there's plenty of mechanics and exploration that are not QTE related. Really the fun lies in deciding who you want your characters to be, and playing them out as such.

    As I mentioned the sound earlier, that's where the real jump scares come from, and there's plenty. I really enjoyed the twists and scares, and if you have an open mind, you will too.

    I give it a 9 instead of a 10 because the movement can be slow sometimes (but not like Rapture), and you couldn't always make decisions that you feel your character would. There's usually only 2 choices, and some events could really benefit from more.    … Expand
  3. 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
  4. gregoryLamp
    Aug 28, 2015
    4
    The developers could have made it a lot better....It has potential but the game is not so good.The graphics are stunning but the story is bad,the game play is too slow and boring and the butterfly effect does not work except a few times-all the other times whatever choice you make has the same outcome
  5. Mefisto_
    Aug 28, 2015
    8
    So guys, I am WRITING this review AFTER FINISHING THE GAME, must say it is beautiful. The beginning of the game is just amazing, leaves you confused as hell, trying to find the answer on what the hell is going on, exactly what any horror game needs to do, create curiosity.

    Character introduction is very good as well, by that they are trying to hook you up and make you feel emotionally    So guys, I am WRITING this review AFTER FINISHING THE GAME, must say it is beautiful. The beginning of the game is just amazing, leaves you confused as hell, trying to find the answer on what the hell is going on, exactly what any horror game needs to do, create curiosity.

    Character introduction is very good as well, by that they are trying to hook you up and make you feel emotionally attached to the protagonists, and I must say that losing Sam for me would have been a rap, I was really trying to save her and as the story goes you feel like that towards all the characters, even **** ones - you are still gonna feel like you must save them because they are your friends. Moreover, true personalities will be revealed as well which will change your attitude to these people because everyone will be under severe pressure making life mattering choices, and as the story went on I had no regrets having Sam as my favorite one!

    Do the choices matter? Hell yeah they do, minor things can mess the whole story up, even though some events(very few) are going to happen anyways(does not relate to the ending, the lives of the friends are entirely in your hands! Even being too slow while crossing a river may mess the situation up!

    As the story reaches its middle things get a bit less tense(may be different for you, everyone reacts differently), but emotional connection to protagonists keeps you feel stressed and involved cause after hours you played trying to keep them alive you don't want to make a mistake which will waste your efforts. There are many hints in the game which may help you to make right choices(danger, fortune totems) and I want to tell you straight away - if you pick up death totem that does not mean the character is going to die anyway, it is just a possibility, everything is in your hands!

    This is an amazing game, goes to one of my favorites, don't understand people who are very critical about it, if you question price tag just think about how much work has been done of finishing paths for all different choices and the beautiful graphics this game has. You feel sorry that this game is only for PS4? There are games for PC or Xbox or Wii U only as well, don't be hating.

    So why I give it an 8? In my eyes, ending made it look so so. I was expecting much more emotions in the end, something that will make you very happy after all the difficulties you have overcome. Friends hugging, loving couples(of which there are 2 in this game) rejoining, kissing each other, that kind of stuff. However, game ends less emotionally, just going to the titles with video interview of survivals, I think it is a bit wack for such tense and emotional game, should have done it better.

    Nevertheless, great game, seeing some people giving 0 to this game is just nonsense, this title has definitely achieved great success in making choice based horror game. RECOMMEND IT!    … Expand
  6. blazesportelli
    Aug 28, 2015
    4
    I was so excited for this game but I've got to say I'm more than disappointed. It didn't feel scary at all to me, the identity of the psycho was stupid in my opinion, the dialogue was just... meh.. and it felt like I was watching terrible 70's horror movie. The only good thing about this game was that it was a decently fun adventure game.
  7. ErgeX
    Aug 28, 2015
    10
    My friends and I loved the cheesiness, cheap jump scares, and funny moments of Until Dawn. We decided to give it one point each-- so, eight-- including me plus two because my sisters enjoyed it as well.
  8. stevenexclusive
    Aug 28, 2015
    10
    So much fun, the cliche horror film with tremendous butterfly effect storyline. I'm not sure why people would complain about the gameplay, it's exactly what it was marketed as. Overall, great!
  9. Joshuwo
    Aug 28, 2015
    9
    Really enjoyed this game - think that shows by how long it took me to play the game. Got it yesterday and finished it the day after. It was really addictive and hard to put down. Although, I'm left with the feeling of wanting more... Feel like the amount of money I paid was a bit too much for what you get as once you've completed it, there isn't really much more you can do/change unlessReally enjoyed this game - think that shows by how long it took me to play the game. Got it yesterday and finished it the day after. It was really addictive and hard to put down. Although, I'm left with the feeling of wanting more... Feel like the amount of money I paid was a bit too much for what you get as once you've completed it, there isn't really much more you can do/change unless you want the trophies.… Expand
  10. ctn1187
    Aug 28, 2015
    10
    Game is really fun and different. I really enjoyed this experience. I don't really understand the hate. I think the people that are giving it bad reviews were expecting Resident Evil when it clearly wasn't even trying to be anything like that. It's about choices and it does for the most part, make it feel like you are guiding players through a horror movie. Definitely worth two playthroughs
  11. MarcoBB07
    Aug 28, 2015
    10
    I'm in the third play trough this game and stil got surprises!. As a letter love to horror movies it is full of cliche scenes, but the fun and execution is perfect! A real masterpiece with gorgeous graphics and animation, terrific atmosphere and sound, fun gameplay. The choices you made really are important to the story. In spite of I didn't care about some characters, I still care aboutI'm in the third play trough this game and stil got surprises!. As a letter love to horror movies it is full of cliche scenes, but the fun and execution is perfect! A real masterpiece with gorgeous graphics and animation, terrific atmosphere and sound, fun gameplay. The choices you made really are important to the story. In spite of I didn't care about some characters, I still care about to achieve different endings and it push me to choice different paths, that didn't match my own morals or taste! It is for horror games what the first Scary movie was for horror movies at its time, a new breath of air! It worth buying a PS4 to play it and you can have so much fun until Uncharted4 arrives!!!… Expand
  12. xTHUNDERSHOCK
    Aug 28, 2015
    10
    This game is a masterpiece apart from the camera angles but from everything else this game is an absolute masterpiece anyone can live anyone can die in this game for me only 3 people survived but the graphics are amazing the gameplay for a survival horror interactive game is great and the story is awesome its focused on one part of the story then it completely changes it to a differentThis game is a masterpiece apart from the camera angles but from everything else this game is an absolute masterpiece anyone can live anyone can die in this game for me only 3 people survived but the graphics are amazing the gameplay for a survival horror interactive game is great and the story is awesome its focused on one part of the story then it completely changes it to a different point People say they dont understand dr hill I kinda do its all in josh's head with the therapist its his conscience or something like that so ye 10/10 for this game… Expand
  13. Verdas
    Aug 28, 2015
    9
    Until Dawn is a amazing game!
    Surprised me in so many aspects, good story and tensions. You cant shut down the game until the end.
    Awesome graphics, 9/10.
  14. itrain
    Aug 28, 2015
    6
    Are you a horror-game enthusiast? Did The Evil Within not go the distance for you? Do you want to control the fates of every teen horror archetype in one night? If you have responded yes to the above, this game will be a very pleasing play through for you. The best thing about Until Dawn I saw is, anyone can play it, and play it very effectively. The difficulty is sub-par, so if you areAre you a horror-game enthusiast? Did The Evil Within not go the distance for you? Do you want to control the fates of every teen horror archetype in one night? If you have responded yes to the above, this game will be a very pleasing play through for you. The best thing about Until Dawn I saw is, anyone can play it, and play it very effectively. The difficulty is sub-par, so if you are hunting for a horror-esque game with a high-level challenge, check out Bloodbourne. Until Dawn grabs you from the shaking events on the prologue and doesn't let go for more than a minute to "relieve" your nerves, and then shakes you even harder. Something great Until Dawn did was bring the player into the horror experience. You, the player, have to progress through the dark, dreary abandoned mine shaft. As the game has a great deal of positives, there are negatives I experienced. The characters in the cast fell short for me, none of them were memorable to me and when(if) they died, I shrugged and kept on going. Another issue I had with the game was how badly the story was told, lore wise. The game would give you facts about an event and not five minutes later would completely refute it. I understand the mystery aspect but as an avid mystery genre fanatic, giving the player clues to connect and losing the relevance of key "clues" I found through the game was really irritating. As a game with a new age horror experience, this game is worth a play through. Rent it on gamefly if you are able to...The replay-ability is abysmal and you will not like hearing the same dialogue and jump scares more than once.… Expand
  15. Vik1ng
    Aug 28, 2015
    5
    One undeniable factor about Until Dawn is that the graphics are simply amazing, you can really see emotions on the characters faces and especially on their mouths (unlike the up and down motion on a lot of games) so that definitely adds to the game for me.

    It is a VERY cinematic experience (littered with cut scenes) that focuses on you making decisions to engross you, rather than all    One undeniable factor about Until Dawn is that the graphics are simply amazing, you can really see emotions on the characters faces and especially on their mouths (unlike the up and down motion on a lot of games) so that definitely adds to the game for me.

    It is a VERY cinematic experience (littered with cut scenes) that focuses on you making decisions to engross you, rather than all out action. For me personally, it was a bit too much of the former although it does have its moments. The story isn't bad, nor is it good but it does rely on jump scares (like a classic horror film),

    If you enjoy Telltale games then you'll probably love this or, and this may sounds strange, a couple looking for something to do at night! You can argue over the decisions ;)    … Expand
  16. redsuns
    Aug 28, 2015
    10
    Very amazing well done game. Great atmosphere. Plenty of scary moments. Great graphics and voiceovers. Good pacing throughout the game that makes you keep playing to see what happen next. Several plot twists/reveal near the end. I love this game. Its a MASTERPIECE. Its perfect. One of the best games on the ps4.
  17. evgeniibad
    Aug 28, 2015
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Pros: - Borderline photo realistic graphics (seriously)
    - Excellent voice acting/motion capture
    - Great writing (there is more to this than it seems)
    - Choices are plentiful, and meaningful; a plethora of outcomes
    - Replayability (ties into the above point)
    - Bonus features (think special features you'd find on a Blu-ray movie)

    Cons: - Some people may find it a bit short (my first playthrough took me around 7 hours)    … Expand
  18. tokyoe_one
    Aug 27, 2015
    10
    The horror genre is probably the best for this style of game. It beats Telltale and Quantum Dreams games by far in entertaining me, which is obviously a very subjective statement and i like horror movies. Ever thought about teenagers making the wrong decisions in a slasher movie? Find out if you were right! The characters will seem cliché or stupid at start, but you will forget this fastThe horror genre is probably the best for this style of game. It beats Telltale and Quantum Dreams games by far in entertaining me, which is obviously a very subjective statement and i like horror movies. Ever thought about teenagers making the wrong decisions in a slasher movie? Find out if you were right! The characters will seem cliché or stupid at start, but you will forget this fast and grow fond of them fast, which is based on good performances, good actors and the devs talent in knowing their tools of psychological manipulation. SPOILER AHEAD - The one and only problem was myself not having any big connection to american native indians mythical or ghost stories, they fail to impress me much. Though i understand the writers choice to lay traps and try to lead you on a wrong path. Anyway, great game and also a new standard. When this game showed it's first trailers i was sure this would fail and i was very very wrong!… Expand
  19. GrandScale
    Aug 27, 2015
    9
    So much fun! During the game you get to make some really critical choices that actually have an impact later on (sometimes even under time pressure). And no one is safe! Everyone can die depending on your actions. Due to this fact you'll be on your toes for most of the time and makes you want to keep on playing!

    The atmosphere is perfect! It captures the creepy horrorfilm ambient really    So much fun! During the game you get to make some really critical choices that actually have an impact later on (sometimes even under time pressure). And no one is safe! Everyone can die depending on your actions. Due to this fact you'll be on your toes for most of the time and makes you want to keep on playing!

    The atmosphere is perfect! It captures the creepy horrorfilm ambient really well. The soundtrack fits perfectly too.

    The graphics are great, though the framerate can dip a bit during some scenes. And your character can get stuck in the environment sometimes.

    Overall, I enjoyed the hell out of this game and I can't wait to get the Platinum trophy for it.    … Expand
  20. PsychoticCoast
    Aug 27, 2015
    7
    Don't let the yellow circle around the number fool you into thinking this game is only okay; Until Dawn is quite good, it just isn't good enough to warrant a $60 purchase.
    After reading some of the other reviews, I feel the need to mention a one thing before getting to the review proper: Until Dawn was meant to be a love letter to the horror film genre. To clarify, the characters, the    Don't let the yellow circle around the number fool you into thinking this game is only okay; Until Dawn is quite good, it just isn't good enough to warrant a $60 purchase.
    After reading some of the other reviews, I feel the need to mention a one thing before getting to the review proper: Until Dawn was meant to be a love letter to the horror film genre. To clarify, the characters, the different types of villains, and the setting as a whole were meant to feel familiar and stereotypical. Not unlike Joss Whedon's Cabin in the Woods, Until Dawn isn't really meant to be a standalone experience - you won't enjoy what you're seeing to its fullest if you haven't also seen at least some of the substantial source material.
    So the player controls 8 teenagers (portrayed by actors who most certainly are not teenagers) as they wander around a spooky house, a sanatorium, and the forest and such surrounding the two locations, picking up things and piecing together what happened at varying points of the mountain's past. The game jumps you from character to character to try and keep the narrative going. The characters have set attributes, as well as relationship meters with all of their friends, and your actions as each character alter how the others perceive you. Choices you make as one character resonate with the others, and change the story.
    On that note, the "butterfly effect" system the game is so proud of (it even gets its own intro cutscene), isn't as robust as the ones found in the Telltale games, or even that of Chrono Trigger. Supposed recaps of certain situations happened differently during my playthrough than they had when I was playing them. While the consequences were the same, there was an odd disconnect in seeing things that I didn't do work out the same way as the things I actually did. Similar problems arose regarding lines of dialogue that didn't make sense in the context of my actions.
    Gameplay-wise, most of the game is walking around looking at things and flipping them over. If you've played L.A. Noire, that's honestly the best way to describe it - right down to the over-the-shoulder camera when you pick something up and use the right stick to rotate it. Here, however, is where the most noticeable problem of Until Dawn shows itself: it doesn't control well at nearly any point in time. The game operates on a nearly fixed camera (think Resident Evil, or a Telltale game again), but the right stick is still used to move your character's light source around. Everyone turns too slowly, and the light sources, whatever they may be, are difficult to control, because it's hard to tell whether the game wants you to move the right stick in relation to the camera or the character. I'm pretty sure it changed sometimes, as well. But that's tolerable; the real problem is once the right trigger comes into play.
    Players use the right trigger (R2) to pick up objects, push buttons, open cabinets, and so on. To push a button, you must hold R2 until the character's finger presses the button, then release R2. To pick up an object and perform an action with it, you must hold R2 to pick it up, and keep R2 held while doing whatever else is required; releasing R2 will cause your character to place the object right where they found it and then just hold their hand in front of it, like they're trying to manipulate it with the Force. Furthermore, for some strange reason, all of the actions that involve movement in one of these R2 sections translate that movement to the right stick, not the left. Anyone who's played just about any 3D game will understand that the right stick is used for camera control, and that this is wrong. These sections appear often, but thankfully aren't usually time-sensitive.
    In all honesty, however, the thing that really lowered my opinion of the game was the lack of a consistent story in this story-based game. In trying to wrangle all of the horror subgenres into one game, the developers made a story with far too much going on at once; as though they were aware of this, they then sliced away every plot point previously mentioned, and put an entire new one in for the game's last third. With more than half the game involving a series of red herrings, the final, much more action-packed hours lack the tension and interest that was built up for the majority of the game. Furthermore, Until Dawn is, like the horror films it so lovingly emulates, predictable to the extreme. Every plot twist is foreseeable, even after the radical shift in subject matter in the last section of the game. And, as a side note, most of this horror game's "scares" are jump scares that have no context nor significance to the plot at all.
    Despite these concerns, I still enjoyed Until Dawn, as did my family and girlfriend who all sat down to watch the story unfold. But I think I enjoyed it more than some because I got it for about $30, rather than the full price. Like a bad horror film, rent it, or buy it on sale, and you'll have a good time.    … Expand
  21. iwhbyd
    Aug 27, 2015
    10
    I really enjoyed this game. The story starts off sort of cliche, which is intentional, but once you get a few chapters in the mystery gets really good and the story picks up. It's basically the video game version of the Cabin in the Woods movie that came out a few years ago. One of the strong points of the game is the atmosphere, and a big part of that is the lighting effects, which areI really enjoyed this game. The story starts off sort of cliche, which is intentional, but once you get a few chapters in the mystery gets really good and the story picks up. It's basically the video game version of the Cabin in the Woods movie that came out a few years ago. One of the strong points of the game is the atmosphere, and a big part of that is the lighting effects, which are gorgeous in this game. The player choice element of the game make it worth doing a second playthrough, and even beyond that, as there is more than just 2 ways to do things with branching paths leading to other branching paths. It's a genuinely fun game that keeps you guessing and wondering what will happen next. Overall, i think this is a great game and probably my favorite game this year after the Witcher 3. Would recommend it to anyone especially fans of horror movies.… Expand
  22. virtuask
    Aug 27, 2015
    10
    You get exactly what you thought, and more!

    You want a fun and scary horror experience with (seemingly) cheesy horror movie characters and storytelling, a lot of blood, gore, atmosphere and jump scares? You got it! But Until Dawn offers you much more on the way: Sure you can enjoy the game on the surface, make quick decisions, see bloody deaths and have a good laugh now and then    You get exactly what you thought, and more!

    You want a fun and scary horror experience with (seemingly) cheesy horror movie characters and storytelling, a lot of blood, gore, atmosphere and jump scares? You got it!

    But Until Dawn offers you much more on the way:
    Sure you can enjoy the game on the surface, make quick decisions, see bloody deaths and have a good laugh now and then with the dialogue (actually funny stuff)! That's all good.

    But you can also dig into the story, help develop characters and for once really influence the game with what you decide.
    On a certain level the game plays like Heavy Rain, with it's decisions, quick button pushing but the thing is: in Until Dawn there are lots of paths, lots of choices that really change the course of the story and not only by presenting a different part of the story but actually by changing the characters, their relations with each other or the environment and your choices may even kill the characters you came to like (which can actually happen quite often if you make bad decisions).

    This is much more than just a horror game, this is the ultimate horror movie experience, in which you decide if people do stupid stuff and die, or you can bond with your characters, try to let them survive, develop their personality, their relations with each other and much more.

    Check this one out because you won't regret it!    … Expand
  23. MihaMatavz
    Aug 27, 2015
    10
    Awesome game!

    It is something different I have ever played before!
    Characters are very unique, story is pretty good, jump scares are real.
    Atmosphere feels like watching a horror movie and a lot of horror movies that are published these years fail to scare You but this game is doing a great job at scaring You and keeping You wanting to explore everything!
  24. willmoy38
    Aug 27, 2015
    10
    Very good game. I was very impressed. The "butterfly effect" system is out of this world, and the story had some interesting twists too.
    I am definitely going to be doing at least a second playthrough of this game. It runs smoothly and it's just an overall incredible game. If you like anything at all by TellTale games, you'll LOVE Until Dawn!!
  25. acid_reign36
    Aug 27, 2015
    10
    This game is fantastic, especially when played with others. A group of my friends get together every September and October for spooky movie month(s) each week to watch horror films and this was a great way to kick it off. We traded off the controller between chapters and it was super fun! The graphics are beautiful and the cinematography is great. I can't wait to replay it and see whatThis game is fantastic, especially when played with others. A group of my friends get together every September and October for spooky movie month(s) each week to watch horror films and this was a great way to kick it off. We traded off the controller between chapters and it was super fun! The graphics are beautiful and the cinematography is great. I can't wait to replay it and see what different choices result in. Support this developer for taking a chance on creating a game like this. It's a great take on campy horror flicks. If you like the movie Cabin in the Woods, you have to play this game. In collecting items and such we really felt like we were piecing together little parts of the story. I can't recommend this game enough.… Expand
  26. Jaybird
    Aug 27, 2015
    9
    This is definitely one of the better games out for the PS4. If you like Heavy Rain style games and like slasher horror style setting and story, this game doesn't disappoint. It's just a good game. I will be playing it some more to see what I could have done better.
  27. theNILE
    Aug 26, 2015
    2
    The "horror" is entirely jumpscares. There is a little brutality which I liked, but I thought the Wendigo rendered you immobile, and kept you alive and aware while ripping your skin off, before eating your organs; the old man says it so after learning that all the death scenes are just confusing. Even more confusing is when the old man is standing still, but somehow still gets killed.The "horror" is entirely jumpscares. There is a little brutality which I liked, but I thought the Wendigo rendered you immobile, and kept you alive and aware while ripping your skin off, before eating your organs; the old man says it so after learning that all the death scenes are just confusing. Even more confusing is when the old man is standing still, but somehow still gets killed.

    The characters are annoyingly stupid, and when they aren't being stupid, they're usually just being annoying (especially Emily). Why is there a Nathan Drake? And did the dialogue have to really be so bland? Some bad subtitling didn't go unnoticed. Another thing is when the camera is kind of close to a characters face, sometimes it looks awful... I'm guessing there are texture bugs or something. It's also really weird when they put in high res textures which are used in about 1% of your play time.

    While the general plot is fairly predictable - which is okay - it does give hints and attempts to use some lore stuff. If you bother to read then you'll understand why the Wendigo doesn't just slaughter everyone and it's appreciated.

    The totem thing is okay, but many were just irrelevant and it just seemed like a replayability excuse. I was sad you had to collect all the totems to reveal the movie of what happened the year before, I don't see why the story should be limited in this way after you've finished the game once. If anything, hunting around for totems is exactly what I don't want to do in this game.

    Some people think this even tops Heavy Rain, but tbh I thought both the characters and dialogue were actually compelling in Heavy Rain and actually the main reason of why the game was so enjoyable. It's quite shocking that nobody has as of yet has even been able to accomplish something similar, because I really enjoy these types of games when done right. Anybody can create jumpscares, but Until Dawn throws a lot of cheap ones at you, and the ghost one makes you wonder how exactly did Josh set that up so quickly? Some oversights and lack of polish is incredibly detrimental to this game and overall I'd say it was a failure considering the high bar already set.    … Expand
  28. Saint_Satan
    Aug 26, 2015
    9
    When I first heard about Until Dawn, I was a bit worried. Here we have a game that was supposed to come out on the Playstation 3, and yet it is just now coming out as Playstation 4 exclusive. This is almost never a good sign, as games made under these conditions generally tend to have outdated graphics and sub-par gameplay. It leaves one wondering why and how the game got stuck inWhen I first heard about Until Dawn, I was a bit worried. Here we have a game that was supposed to come out on the Playstation 3, and yet it is just now coming out as Playstation 4 exclusive. This is almost never a good sign, as games made under these conditions generally tend to have outdated graphics and sub-par gameplay. It leaves one wondering why and how the game got stuck in development hell. Topping it all off, Until Dawn is another "movie game", like The Order 1866; 1866 was met with a lot of mixed reviews, most less than flattering. All that being said, I am a big fan of horror, and so I decided to preorder it anyway. I went to GameStop in the morning to pick up my copy. "You look like you're here to pick up Madden" the GameStop employee said as I walked up to the counter...; the horror had already begun. Sports games!? My worst nightmare! As soon as I got my copy of Until Dawn I fled GameStop, then rushed home to give it a try. I delved into Until Dawn with an open mind, despite all of my worries. Right off the bat my worries began to fade. This doesn't look like a Playstation 3 game at all! The graphics are phenomenal; some of the best I've seen. The characters are very well rendered with superb acting behind them, and the storyline was immediately engaging. I braced myself for a long day of gaming. Oh boy here we go...

    This review will have no spoilers, with the exception for some very minor things from the first 15 minutes of the story. Until Dawn has it's tongue in it's cheek from start to finish. The game is intentionally silly, with dumb characters who want to explore strange noises alone. It includes cliches from teen horror movies ranging from the 80s to present day.

    The story starts off with a group of 10 friends who are going to a remote cabin retreat. A prank is played on one of them, and she becomes upset. In her bout of anger, she runs out of the cabin in disgust, with her sister trailing her. The duo never return, and their bodies are never found despite a search of the area. Fast forward to one year later. The eight remaining friends return to the cabin on the one year anniversary of their friends death. Upon arriving at the cabin, there is one thing on their minds - to put the past behind them, seek forgiveness, and have a good time. Too bad for them there is some maniac stalking them, wanting to kill them all. Who is this person? Is this the same person responsible for their missing friends one year ago? How many leave the cabin alive is up to you; you end up choosing how many of them survive; all, none or any variant therein. This ability within the game leads to many possibilities for the player, allowing each player can make the gameplay their own. I thought that was pretty neat, as well as effectively encouraging multiple play-throughs.

    Until Dawn is a "movie game". There is minimal gameplay; mostly quick time events and making difficult choices that affect the outcome of the game. You also get to explore some atmospheric areas and there are some elements of combat as well. Despite the minimal gameplay it's still a lot of fun and a roller coaster ride from start to finish. It's always intense, scary as all hell, and out to get you. Until Dawn is well paced, and by well paced I mean you'll be **** your pants every 10 seconds. The sound design and music are nothing short of top notch. The music will make you clench your butt cheeks. Every creepy sound will increase your heart rate and anxiety level. For the full audio experience, headphones are an absolute must when playing Until Dawn. The graphics, as I said before, are incredible from both a technical and artistic standpoint. The cabin is creepy and the snow drenched mountain wherein it lies is beautiful. You will, of course, explore a lot of other areas; but that would be spoiling it for you. Speaking of spoilers, there are a lot of good twists and turns within the game. Most of them are very smart, despite the aforementioned overall silliness of the game.

    I stayed up until dawn playing Until Dawn. I simply couldn't bring myself to stop until it was over and the credits rolled. When it was all over, which took around 7 hours, I was left wanting more. I never expected Until Dawn to be anywhere near as good as it is. It really shouldn't be this good; it's just another "movie game" like The Order: 1866. But it is obvious that the developers had a clear image in their mind of what they wanted the game to be, and they brought that vision to life. Their success even makes games like Heavy Rain seem somehow lacking in comparison. A lot of people will talk badly about all of these "movie games" but if they're learning from Until Dawn then bring 'em on. So was Until Dawn a Playstation 3 port as I first expected? Nope. Not even close. Until Dawn is a complete next gen experience from start to finish that is just as fun to watch as it is to play.    … Expand
  29. Molag-Bal
    Aug 26, 2015
    9
    Before I begin this review I must clarify I am not a fan of adventure, point and click, interactive sort of games. A good example on how these sorts of games can be considered mediocre and boring, just play one of David Cage's games and you will know what I mean. With the exception of Tell Tale Walking Dead Series. Usually games like the Beyond Two Souls and Indigo Prophecy in my eyes areBefore I begin this review I must clarify I am not a fan of adventure, point and click, interactive sort of games. A good example on how these sorts of games can be considered mediocre and boring, just play one of David Cage's games and you will know what I mean. With the exception of Tell Tale Walking Dead Series. Usually games like the Beyond Two Souls and Indigo Prophecy in my eyes are mediocre.

    Now I will not bore you will a long review, and state the many accomplishment Until Dawn has in it's game. But instead I will explain my reasoning on why you should purchase this game and enjoy the many wounder for yourself.

    1. It's not a corny and goofy wanna be game; as I first thought when i saw the trailer for it. To its core the game provides moments of great suspense and interesting view point on how the game will develop throughout your session. Moreover for the most part (except for 2 characters) the cast of Until Dawn are a likable bunch with their unique features to like and dislike.

    2. I am going to be honest with you if you are a fast paste, FPS, MMO, MOBA, or RTS type of gamer (like me), this game will not quite satisfy you because its an exploring game as well. Therefore you must set your mind in a way an RPG player might have who enjoys exploring and immersing yourself in. If you get that mind set you will start to enjoy the game, if you are stuck with a fast paste mind set you might hate the game or struggle through it.

    3. Simple to the point, it has many choices and they do weigh a great deal through the game. The choices in Until Dawn are not like some other games I played in which you might think it will impact the game progression but in reality it does nothing. (I'm looking at you Dragon Age Inquisition)

    4. Finally I would say you will get your moneys worth, I beat the game in about 18 hours in a relax paste, and I have no regret spending 60 dollars on it. So I would say you should buy the game and enjoy the game charm. Thank you for reading and sorry for my poor English I am not a native speaker.    … Expand
  30. TragicShow
    Aug 26, 2015
    7
    If you like games such as the "Walking Dead" or "Wolf Among Us", I would say that you should definitely consider buying this game.

    I wanted to give this game a better score, but it had too many shortcomings for me. The story is a little cliche for my tastes. It's basically one of the "bunch of college friends go to [insert isolated area] and end up getting chased around by [insert scary    If you like games such as the "Walking Dead" or "Wolf Among Us", I would say that you should definitely consider buying this game.

    I wanted to give this game a better score, but it had too many shortcomings for me. The story is a little cliche for my tastes. It's basically one of the "bunch of college friends go to [insert isolated area] and end up getting chased around by [insert scary monster(s)]" horror stories. A lot of the decisions you make are actually more of an illusion of choice in which you are presented with two options, but no matter what you pick the same thing happens. This is mainly used to keep the plot pushing forward, but it can still be annoying. Certain things in the plot just don't make any sense, but this is generally very minor. The voice acting is also pretty bad at times, and the dialogue makes me think I'm watching a high school play.

    The graphics are nice (even though it's usually too dark to tell anyway) and the game does a good job of constructing an atmosphere. If you are a big fan of interactive stories, you would probably like this.    … Expand
  31. dagoldberg
    Aug 26, 2015
    10
    Really Really great game. Truly the first game to scare me in a while! Play it with the lights off, you wont be dissapointed. So far i think this is one of my favorites on ps4.
  32. Elitist1945
    Aug 26, 2015
    10
    Pros: - Borderline photo realistic graphics (seriously)
    - Excellent voice acting/motion capture
    - Great writing (there is more to this than it seems) - Choices are plentiful, and meaningful; a plethora of outcomes - Replayability (ties into the above point) - Bonus features (think special features you'd find on a Blu-ray movie) Cons: - Some people may find it a bit short (my first    Pros: - Borderline photo realistic graphics (seriously)
    - Excellent voice acting/motion capture
    - Great writing (there is more to this than it seems)
    - Choices are plentiful, and meaningful; a plethora of outcomes
    - Replayability (ties into the above point)
    - Bonus features (think special features you'd find on a Blu-ray movie)

    Cons: - Some people may find it a bit short (my first playthrough took me around 7 hours)

    10/10    … Expand
  33. serqol
    Aug 26, 2015
    4
    Just finished Until Dawn and here is my review.

    We all know that this game is not as gamey as you might want it to be, it is more like an interactive movie, and i will judge it as it is, like i would games like Walking Dead and Game of Thrones. It sucks. It's characters are bland stereotypes, which you start to wish to see dead early on, have no clue what they are later, and just    Just finished Until Dawn and here is my review.

    We all know that this game is not as gamey as you might want it to be, it is more like an interactive movie, and i will judge it as it is, like i would games like Walking Dead and Game of Thrones.

    It sucks. It's characters are bland stereotypes, which you start to wish to see dead early on, have no clue what they are later, and just don't care a bit by the end. Early in the game our heroes participate in a lot of stupid pseudo-witty dialog, when every action taken by them sure to be accompanied with some awfully written remark, like when a hero opens a closed door he shouts something like "Alakazam. Locky-unlocky!" and it sounds as forced in a game as it does on paper.

    You can mentally devide game's story into 2 parts: the buildup, which is really get's you excited, despite all the obvious plot holes it includes, and the "payoff" and i am using quotation marks intentionally. Soon after somewhere half of the game we are presented with a SHOCKING REVEAL that will leave you wandering just how would the script close all the gaps it provoked. It doesn't. Immediatly after instead of giving us answers you will be so desperate for, game introduces a new completely bland, extremely stereotypical character who gives away main story twist, which can easily be put in a few words.

    After that i just stopped caring completely until the title screen rolled.    … Expand
  34. PaxPsych0sis
    Aug 26, 2015
    10
    I a 31 yr old Horror nut, and Until Dawn was a love letter to Horror fans, in all its campy glory. Stunning visuals, top notch voice acting, and great story. I picked it up after work and sat there from 7pm-430am playing it non stop. I just couldn't put it down! This game was made for me. I have started my second play through and I can see how the choices you make effect the game.I a 31 yr old Horror nut, and Until Dawn was a love letter to Horror fans, in all its campy glory. Stunning visuals, top notch voice acting, and great story. I picked it up after work and sat there from 7pm-430am playing it non stop. I just couldn't put it down! This game was made for me. I have started my second play through and I can see how the choices you make effect the game. Bravo Supermassive games. I really hope there is some DLC in the future.… Expand
  35. leoto
    Aug 26, 2015
    10
    Nobody else is making this type of game anymore. 2010 heavy rain. 2013 two souls. I miss them and I love them. If you like them you would know how amazing Until dawn is. I am worrying about how long I have to wait to see more games like this. I give Heavy rain a 9/10, two souls a 7.5/10 and Until dawn a 10/10. Cmon, until dawn 2 next year pls.
  36. smoovelai
    Aug 26, 2015
    10
    I completed a playthrough and have done some extra episodes i ABSOLUTELY love this game i just wish it was longer but it does have replayability

    All it needs to improve is chapter selection to replay for episodes its annoying to do a whole episode over to fix one mistake or change one choice so I hope that comes in an update Great story and cast if you took the story and cast    I completed a playthrough and have done some extra episodes i ABSOLUTELY love this game i just wish it was longer but it does have replayability

    All it needs to improve is chapter selection to replay for episodes its annoying to do a whole episode over to fix one mistake or change one choice so I hope that comes in an update

    Great story and cast if you took the story and cast seriously you would greatly disagree but you can tell it was made to mock modern day and retro horror movies and slasher cast and story

    A lot of twist i love it

    IF YOU LIKE TELLTALE GAMES AND STORY DRIVEN GAMES LIKE QUANTIC DREAM AND THINGS OF THAT NATURE PLAY THIS GAME EVENTUALLY IM NOT SURE ITS WORTH 60 BUCKS but i def think its must play for horror genre and for story game fans like myself

    Future of story driven games and the best thing about its exclusivity is it fully utilizes the ps4 controller
    Cons
    A little short for 60 bucks relatively speaking when other games for 60 bucks can give you from 20-50 hours and more for rpg's if you are strapped for money wait for a sale
    once you beat the game you can re-do episodes but you should be allowed to pick chapters of the episode    … Expand
  37. AreYouSerious
    Aug 26, 2015
    2
    Let me preface this by saying I enjoyed Beyond Two Souls, so I have no issues with these types of games.

    Pros: Character graphics on cut-scenes. Cons: MOST annoying, reality tv-styled, idiotic, un-engaging characters I've ever had the misfortune of witnessing; therefore, zero care what happens to them. It's as boring as watching paint dry - the "story" is virtually non-existent.    Let me preface this by saying I enjoyed Beyond Two Souls, so I have no issues with these types of games.

    Pros: Character graphics on cut-scenes.

    Cons: MOST annoying, reality tv-styled, idiotic, un-engaging characters I've ever had the misfortune of witnessing; therefore, zero care what happens to them.

    It's as boring as watching paint dry - the "story" is virtually non-existent.

    The "scares" got me TWICE - the rest were so lame you could see them coming from a mile away.

    Numbing - again, so poorly written it makes you numb to "play" it.

    Overall, I can see how this would appeal to the 15-18 year old demographic... but that's about it.

    LAME...    … Expand
  38. mrfoxx
    Aug 26, 2015
    9
    Really enjoying this game so far, it starts off a bit cliche, but like a good horror, when it starts getting serious, it keeps you interested.

    Definitely hope this genre keeps up, to me its the evolution of those telltale game of thrones games, life is strange, etc. full 3d, where your choices matter, and there are so many choices! I love it. And Peter **** Stromare man, his    Really enjoying this game so far, it starts off a bit cliche, but like a good horror, when it starts getting serious, it keeps you interested.

    Definitely hope this genre keeps up, to me its the evolution of those telltale game of thrones games, life is strange, etc. full 3d, where your choices matter, and there are so many choices!

    I love it.

    And Peter **** Stromare man, his character is awesome.

    I give it a 9, only because it takes to many cliche stuff... but then it takes from Saw, my favorite of the horror movies, so that bumps its way the **** up.    … Expand
  39. DigitalGeth83
    Aug 26, 2015
    8
    This is another great exclusive for the playstation 4, with a mix of Resident Evil and Heavy Rain this throwback to the days of movies like Scream and I Know What You Did Last Summer does a great job of capturing that vibe. Graphically it is one of the best showcases on PS4. It's not going to be for everyone but personally I like it a lot. 8/10
  40. thelmbrennan
    Aug 26, 2015
    9
    To me this is one of the best games of the year. Notice I didn't say THE best, but one of them. It has great graphics, good story, and good voice acting, even though I do have to say the part with the Dr sounded like it was recorded in a tunnel. I loved how the player had control of just about everything in the game. Make your choice and live with it. What you say and or do willTo me this is one of the best games of the year. Notice I didn't say THE best, but one of them. It has great graphics, good story, and good voice acting, even though I do have to say the part with the Dr sounded like it was recorded in a tunnel. I loved how the player had control of just about everything in the game. Make your choice and live with it. What you say and or do will impact you later in the game. But most of all, the thing I loved, was the off the charts replay value of this game. Yes, its on the short side, about the only negative I have with this game, but the replay value alone, in this day and age of short, $60 "one and done" games, a game that I can play and replay and replay almost completely different from the time before, is worth both my time and money.… Expand
  41. Kayotick
    Aug 26, 2015
    10
    This always happens with exclusives. I get it your upset because this game isn't coming out on the PC or the Xbox. Stop with the 0 reviews already with haters that don't have the console. There really needs to be some validation on this site. Maybe link gamertag's to usernames. Obviously the people giving a 0 review are trolls.
  42. Mitch_Kawasaki
    Aug 26, 2015
    10
    An extremely enjoyable and original take on the genre. Choices matter, and it puts you into a state of fear wanting to keep all the characters alive. Only possible negative is a few frame drops here and there, anything else negative is simply personal taste or trolling. This game is art.
  43. jonathawill
    Aug 26, 2015
    10
    the game is a great thrill, very reminiscent of classic suspense and terror of the 80's and 90's ony has been investing in new games and different franchises, with varieties in the segment. until down shows that style games to Hervy rain and Beyondo two souls can still be fun and innovated.
  44. DrakeGarrison
    Aug 26, 2015
    8
    When 8 friends become trapped on a remote mountain getaway gone wrong, things quickly turn sinister and they start to suspect they aren’t alone. Gripped by fear and with tensions in the group running high, you’ll be forced to make snap decisions that could mean life or death for everyone involved. Every choice you make while playing as each of the eight friends – even the seemingly trivialWhen 8 friends become trapped on a remote mountain getaway gone wrong, things quickly turn sinister and they start to suspect they aren’t alone. Gripped by fear and with tensions in the group running high, you’ll be forced to make snap decisions that could mean life or death for everyone involved. Every choice you make while playing as each of the eight friends – even the seemingly trivial ones – will carve out your own unique story… Expand
  45. Kill_Yr_idols
    Aug 26, 2015
    10
    When it comes to "Until Dawn" don't even thing twice, just buy this fantastic game right now!!!! You heard me, don't think, just do!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  46. KENKEN117
    Aug 26, 2015
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. 比想象中好很多 题材看似老套 其实发展过程慢慢显露出不凡之处。画面非常棒，音效也很好。人物的对话和性格刻画得很到位，也是游戏的亮点之一。… Expand
  47. Bmaj01
    Aug 26, 2015
    10
    I must admit, I was hoping this game would be great and do well. I have thoroughly enjoyed this game. Yes it is very cliche in many instances but let's be honest, we already knew that about the game. Where i was most surprised was how good the story was. The way you learn about and essentially build the characters based on your actions was very well done. This game has many jump scares,I must admit, I was hoping this game would be great and do well. I have thoroughly enjoyed this game. Yes it is very cliche in many instances but let's be honest, we already knew that about the game. Where i was most surprised was how good the story was. The way you learn about and essentially build the characters based on your actions was very well done. This game has many jump scares, funny dialogue, and just downright predictable moments. Having said that, the music score, environments, and overall atmosphere the story creates is wonderful. Visually, this game gorgeous and truly adds to the overall experience. Perhaps a really cool feature about this game is how they implemented the Dual-Shock controller for certain things. If you enjoy horror movies, B-horror, comedy, suspense, drama, and some twists in a good story, give this game a tray. I truly think it is very enjoyable and fun all the while scaring you at random times. Very well done and possibly the best sleeper hit in the past 6 months.… Expand
  48. nadermiz22
    Aug 26, 2015
    9
    One of the best Games on ps4.
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    Simply amazing. The graphics are phenomenal and the gore and horror is brilliant. The actual game is not about what you think. Also tOne of the best Games on ps4. PROS: Simply amazing. The graphics are phenOne of the best Games on ps4. PROS: Simply amazing. The graphics are phenomenal and the gore and horror is brilliant. The actual game is not    One of the best Games on ps4.
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    Simply amazing. The graphics are phenOne of the best Games on ps4.
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    Simply amazing. The graphics are phenomenal and the gore and horror is brilliant. The actual game is not about what you think. Also the butterfly effect is fantastic. omenal and the gore and horror is brilliant. The actual game is not about what you think. AOne of the best Games on ps4.
    PROS:
    Simply amazing. The graphics are phenomenal and the gore and horror is brilliant. The actual game is not about what you think. Also the butterfly efOne of the best Games on ps4.
    PROS: One of the best Games on ps4.
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    Simply amazing. The graphics are phenomenal andOne of the best Games on ps4.
    PROS:
    Simply amazing. The graphics are phenomenal and the gore and horror is brilliant. The actual game is not about what you think. Also the butterfly effect is fantastic. the gore and horror is brilliant. The actual game is not about what you think. Also the butterfly effecOne of the best Games on ps4.
    PROS:
    Simply amazing. The graphics are phenomenal and the gore and horror is brilliant. The actual game is not about what you think. Also the butterfly effect is fantastic. t is fantastic.
    Simply amazing. The graphics are phenomenal and the gore and horror is brilliant. The actual game is not about what you think. Also the butterfly effect is fantastic. fect is fantastic. lso the butterfly effect is fantastic. he butterfly effect is fantastic.    … Expand
  49. Killask
    Aug 25, 2015
    10
    The game is a great hommage to the old Trash Horror Movies. The atmosphere is great, Hayden ist great an this game is like Heavy Rain.

    @savvok01
    Misterxmedia, is that you? Only negative reviews for PS4 Games and only porsitive for Xbox. Poor lunatic Fanboy....
  50. Avenger129
    Aug 25, 2015
    10
    Until dawn is a masterpiece. It has a gripping story with super interesting and dynamic character's to go alone with it. The graphics are the best I have ever seen in a video game. It has some crazy gore and effects that compliment the graphics beautifully. Speaking of beautiful, the butterfly effect is one of the most deep and interesting features I have used. It is a quirky and funnyUntil dawn is a masterpiece. It has a gripping story with super interesting and dynamic character's to go alone with it. The graphics are the best I have ever seen in a video game. It has some crazy gore and effects that compliment the graphics beautifully. Speaking of beautiful, the butterfly effect is one of the most deep and interesting features I have used. It is a quirky and funny teen horror movie that's silliness do nothing but help it. This game is nothing what I expected because I did not expect a lot. This game blew ALL my expectations out of the water and is an amazing game. I believe everybody should experience this game at least once in their life time because it is a treat to play and watch unfold. Supermassive games has one hell of a game/franchise on their hands and I hope to see more from them. Until is one of the best games this year, deserving a perfect score of 10… Expand
  51. namitokiwa
    Aug 25, 2015
    10
    Pros:
    Amazing story. Tons of choices lead to multiple consequences. The visual graphic is amazing with emotional - well acting from characters, voice acting and sound is very spooky and amazing lead to the high tension. The butterfly effect is more amazing made the games more fun to play with.
    Cons:
    Some drop frame rate.
  52. RealGames
    Aug 25, 2015
    10
    The Slasher movie genre perfectly made to a videogame , with multiple choices and possible endings. The slasher movie fan dream made reality here. Spectacular graphics as well, played at a 4K panel and this game makes an outstanding remarkable 4K scaling, almost native 4k. Amazing atmosphere and sound as well. Really good quality game and unique for what it has to offer to the public.The Slasher movie genre perfectly made to a videogame , with multiple choices and possible endings. The slasher movie fan dream made reality here. Spectacular graphics as well, played at a 4K panel and this game makes an outstanding remarkable 4K scaling, almost native 4k. Amazing atmosphere and sound as well. Really good quality game and unique for what it has to offer to the public.

    It deserves a 9, but with the original art cover it deserves the 10.    … Expand
  53. TisAFineBarn
    Aug 25, 2015
    10
    I decided to take a chance and I've played for 5 hours straight so far. This is seriously one of the best games I have ever played and I'm not even a fan of anything horror or torture related in the slightest. All you have to do is watch one gameplay video that has been recently uploaded (specifically the prologue so as not to give away spoilers) and you'll understand why this game is a must get.
  54. PolYGam3
    Aug 25, 2015
    10
    If you have loved Heavy Rain or Beyond: Two Souls like me, you will fall in love with this game.
    Amazing actor performance with a incredible sound ambiance.
  55. Sc1ss0rman
    Aug 25, 2015
    10
    Amazing atmosphere with large emphasis on exploration and player choice. Most of the negative reviews I have seen seem to be from people who have no idea what the game is actually like and probably haven't even played it. Choices really do matter in this game, I had two completely different playthroughs with vastly different results.
  56. tom2000
    Aug 25, 2015
    10
    Great game, fascinating and engaging, from the beginning the actions that the player makes can determine a path or a different end games so involve me much, especially being of suspense, I recommend to all players who like games of this style. . . . .
  57. porhawj24
    Aug 25, 2015
    10
    this game is amazing.. it remind me of Heavy Rain and Beyond Two Soul.. Graphic is stunning on character model and environments. character facial animation look little bad.. there are some scary moments scared crap out of me. story is really good. there are some twists. this game must be good for fans who played Heavy Rain and Beyond two souls
  58. zwickyuoh
    Aug 25, 2015
    7
    So this game boasts about how your choices greatly influence the outcome of the story. Here's some news that will shock no one: it won't. Sure you choose who lives and who dies, but the main premise is differed only slightly and incrementally. Not like Heavy Rain and certainly not like 999/VLR. Despite this, I still had an enjoyable time with all the campy horror nonsense going on.So this game boasts about how your choices greatly influence the outcome of the story. Here's some news that will shock no one: it won't. Sure you choose who lives and who dies, but the main premise is differed only slightly and incrementally. Not like Heavy Rain and certainly not like 999/VLR. Despite this, I still had an enjoyable time with all the campy horror nonsense going on.

    There are plenty of great games that don't have much interactivity, I don't get why these types of games get **** for that. The game should be judge based on how that level of interactivity is executed and how it serves the narrative. Considering this is a horror-based choose your own adventure, it works well. Great even. The slow initial build and generic set-up hinder the game somewhat, but shouldn't wave the players interest. We've been starved for horror games, Until Dawn does a decent job at satisfying the hunger until SOMA.    … Expand
  59. PingasMobile
    Aug 25, 2015
    8
    A game with less interactivity doesn't make it inheritance worse than other games. Until Dawn represents this idea and executes this premise fairly well. Good horror games make the player feel rather powerless or near powerless. An easy way to do this is to make interactivity to a low so that the intrinsic moments are heightened and the player feels tension with the looming threat hoveringA game with less interactivity doesn't make it inheritance worse than other games. Until Dawn represents this idea and executes this premise fairly well. Good horror games make the player feel rather powerless or near powerless. An easy way to do this is to make interactivity to a low so that the intrinsic moments are heightened and the player feels tension with the looming threat hovering around you. It's funny how the most criticized and sh*tposted aspect of this game, the lower level of interactivity, is actually the thing that teeters the game on the good side of horror games.

    As stated with almost all reviews, this game embraces all the horror cliches in the book. Some find this endearing, some find it lazy. What's clear is that the developers understand set cliches and pay homage to it. The execution of these shticks varies, some great and others that will make you shake your head...

    So it's a mixed bag of execution, but held together with a crux that makes it unique and compelling enough for admission.    … Expand
  60. Kenms
    Aug 25, 2015
    10
    The game present amazing graphics and sound with an gameplay fun and the history is brilliant and the horror present is constant in every moment, is an fantastic game.
  61. C3realkillah
    Aug 25, 2015
    9
    Glad to see this game has done well and people love it. Maybe the sales will be good enough to spawn a sequel or more games like this. I loved heavy rain and beyond two souls and I knew what I was getting into when I got this game unlike some ppl who just pick it up without any knowledge. The game itself is fantastic and I haven't beat it yet but the story, characters, and graphics are topGlad to see this game has done well and people love it. Maybe the sales will be good enough to spawn a sequel or more games like this. I loved heavy rain and beyond two souls and I knew what I was getting into when I got this game unlike some ppl who just pick it up without any knowledge. The game itself is fantastic and I haven't beat it yet but the story, characters, and graphics are top tier. Even though this game pays homage to 90s horror I took it way more seriously and unlike most horror movies, actually cared for the characters. The choices in this, much like telltale's series of games, actually matter here. You choose who will live and die it's entirely up to the player. You are director in this horror movie and can change the plot on a whim. Some choices won't show up till later but when **** hits the fan it hits HARD. I think all horror fans who grew up loving cheesy 90s cliche horror will LOVE this game and it deserves it. We need more games like these out there and supermassive with their impressive beautiful talent at creating tension, dread, death and beauty in this world of consequence, need to seriously make horror games in the future. The only downside I had was the length, it seemed short to me but is replay able since you won't understand the full story being told on the first play through. Supermassive have a sleeper hit on their hands and now that the game is out it's time to revel in this magnificent horror experience 9.5/10… Expand
  62. Kauneon
    Aug 25, 2015
    7
    A video game obsessed with its own narratology, detracting from the overall immersion. As far as interpretation goes the Butterfly Effect motif is spoon-fed, when it should be implied. The conceit found with the nuanced campiness is that it's actually not to a fault, but what ruins this subtlety is the flimsily implemented motion-controls.
  63. Fr0sti3
    Aug 25, 2015
    9
    This is a great game for people who enjoy good atmosphere and story narrative. The decisions you make with character interaction will change the outcome and the kiddy gloves (or the ability to save/restart choice that removed my favorite toon) which many games offer is not available here in order to force the story progression forward and have you contend with the decisions made. UntilThis is a great game for people who enjoy good atmosphere and story narrative. The decisions you make with character interaction will change the outcome and the kiddy gloves (or the ability to save/restart choice that removed my favorite toon) which many games offer is not available here in order to force the story progression forward and have you contend with the decisions made. Until Dawn really takes advantage of the Dual Shock 4 motion sensor to immerse you (the player) even further into the story which caught me off guard the first few times because of how often I forget these controllers are functional Play Station Move devices. Having grown up when the choose your own adventures series of books ran rampant and still do I suppose... I am always happy to play a multimedia version of said assembly. I am enjoying this game as much as I enjoyed Heavy Rain or Beyond Two Souls on the PS3 though the facial expressions miss their mark at times (LA Noire had amazing facial reads). I look forward to playing it through many multiple endings and I hope the Developer Supermassive Games (Start the Party PS3 Move - My Daughter and I lost many hours to this game) continues to bring the gaming immersion. Maybe release another Start the Party for PS4 :)… Expand
  64. masterpg
    Aug 25, 2015
    10
    When eight friends become trapped on a remote mountain getaway gone wrong, things quickly turn sinister and they start to suspect they aren’t alone. Gripped by fear and with tensions in the group running high, you’ll be forced to make snap decisions that could mean life or death for everyone involved.
  65. maximusbeardus
    Aug 25, 2015
    10
    I have been waiting for Until Dawn for a long time, and i had some very high expectations, and they were all filled plus more! Until Dawn is a horror movie fan's wet dream, it has everything we come to love from a good campy - B style horror movie. The gorgeous characters with their first world problems, the cheesy dialogues, the gore, and of course the sexual tension to add to it all.I have been waiting for Until Dawn for a long time, and i had some very high expectations, and they were all filled plus more! Until Dawn is a horror movie fan's wet dream, it has everything we come to love from a good campy - B style horror movie. The gorgeous characters with their first world problems, the cheesy dialogues, the gore, and of course the sexual tension to add to it all. I have played through twice now and the butterfly effect system they have, works really well. I felt like my choices matter and made a difference. I am really not sure where the hate comes from, Until Dawn is created for a niche market, and if you don't like it you don't have to spend your money on it!… Expand
  66. zeusward
    Aug 25, 2015
    10
    muito bom o jogo valeu cada centavo, tanto que o jogo é muito bom, historia igual aos filmes de terror dos anos 90, a jogabilidade de escolhas muito boas
  67. RedrexXx
    Aug 25, 2015
    10
    This is a great game. I played a lot yesterday night with my gf (I had the chance to get the game early at my local store) and we had a blast. Beautiful graphics, intense horror scene and the choices have real consequences. Since you can replay the game many times to have different ending, I really recommend this to all the horror movie lovers.
  68. Gooner--
    Aug 25, 2015
    10
    Like Heavy Rain this too is such a fun game to play. Once you get hooked (pun intended) it impossible to let go to honest. The story could have been better but still pretty great.
  69. camargo22
    Aug 25, 2015
    10
    Jogo foda pra CA-RA-LE-O, os Caixistas piram ! Ficam dizendo que é um filme, cheio de choro por que não podem jogar kkkkk só lamento por eles que não podem jogar!
  70. Hellome7
    Aug 25, 2015
    10
    Amazing game! I've just finished it and will play it a couple more times to see more endings. Awesome graphics btw. One of the best games of this year.
  71. yay154
    Aug 25, 2015
    10
    READ THIS: There are loads of 0/10 ratings and there is no way that this game deserves that, actually they are all PC/Xbox fanboys trying to bring this awesome game down. Dont be tricked by them, without them with only real ratings we would be 9.5/10 or something. For a score personally? I just say this is the best game in 10 years...
  72. Babill
    Aug 25, 2015
    10
    I 'm really happy.
    i don't remember having played such a game since the last 10 years .
    Glad to see that many fanboys gave 0/10
    even if a game can't be liked by every body no games in the world deserve 0/10XD
    thank you fanboys for coming here. Xbox ? Pc ?
  73. yuricloud3
    Aug 25, 2015
    10
    at first i tough it was a heavy rain, rip off, but this game keeps me wake until dawn, loving every part of it so far, greatly surprise d by how the butterfly effect works
  74. Yautja_Warrior
    Aug 25, 2015
    8
    Excellent horror game, that uses it's source material (B movie horror films) very well. If you enjoy Interactive Movie Games like Heavy Rain and love Horror Movies then this game should be right up your street. Think Cabin in the Woods but as a video game.

    The game gives you choices at certain points that will create a butterfly effect, that change the story and who lives or dies and    Excellent horror game, that uses it's source material (B movie horror films) very well. If you enjoy Interactive Movie Games like Heavy Rain and love Horror Movies then this game should be right up your street. Think Cabin in the Woods but as a video game.

    The game gives you choices at certain points that will create a butterfly effect, that change the story and who lives or dies and all 8 characters can be killed or survive by the end of the game, so it offers good replay value, as you can play again to try and save someone that may have died last time.

    This definitely turned out much better than most people expected.

    A solid 8/10    … Expand
  75. cherryboi
    Aug 25, 2015
    10
    Hilarious how some people still are misunderstanding this game totally, they must be young. It is 100% supposed to be cheesy and stupid and doesnt take itself seriously for 5 cents. It is a pure homage to old horror movies and for us fans of the genre this is the best thing ever. The game itself is MINDBLOWING. Thanks and bye.
  76. Lafayette33
    Aug 25, 2015
    10
    If you like Heavy Rain you will love Until Down!The most unique game I have ever played.Hate it or love it genius ,no other option.1010 Ha tetszett a Heavy Rain akkor az Until Down-ért rajongani fogsz.Igazi gyöngyszem.Lehet gyülölni vagyIf you like Heavy Rain you will love Until Down!The most unique game I have ever played.Hate it or love it genius ,no other option.1010 Ha tetszett a Heavy Rain akkor az Until Down-ért rajongani fogsz.Igazi gyöngyszem.Lehet gyülölni vagy szeretni,egy dolog biztos,mestermû a maga kategóriájában.Remélem több ilyen jön még a Supermassive Games-tõl.1010… Expand
  77. bennibop
    Aug 25, 2015
    10
    Really fun game and totally different to all the open world/ shooters that currently flood the gaming scene. This is the first game my girlfriend has ever sat down and played more than 10mins (she was playing for 2 hours yesterday and wants to continue today!)

    Highly recommended!!!!
  78. CaycePollard
    Aug 25, 2015
    10
    Awesome game! 10/10 without a doubt.
    Great graphics, very atmospheric, and full of tension and jumps. Found it hard to put down controller, was so engrossed i even forgot to blink! Very clever storyline, Will definitely be playing it a few times with different choices to see outcomes. Forget horror movies, you finally get to make those choices you’re always shouting at the tv to do!
  79. maxvis
    Aug 25, 2015
    10
    Throughout the game, players will make difficult decisions during ethical or moral dilemmas, such as sacrificing one character to save another The Butterfly Effect system blurs the line between right and wrong decisions and it is possible for players to keep all eight characters alive as well as having all eight of them die>>>>
  80. jroberts
    Aug 25, 2015
    10
    Have you ever been watching a movie that was so exciting that you wish it was several hours long? Well here ya go. Have you ever watched a cheesy horror movie and yelled at the tv when the stupid teenagers want to go explore the noise that they heard? Do you think that you would have done things differently if you were in their shoes? Well... go for it.
  81. buu1la
    Aug 25, 2015
    10
    Amazing luxurious game, personally a 10/10, and it deserves over 90 @metacritic score. Now I am gonna start another playthrough! I have never been excited about a game like this, at least not in the past 10 years...
  82. ps4misery
    Aug 25, 2015
    10
    The best interactive film after Heavy Rain. Awesome characters, story and for sure screamers. The gamma of the game is just awesome, darkblue colors is very cold and atmospheric. Must have for all, who have Ps4.
  83. sheran
    Aug 25, 2015
    10
    The gameplay is focused on exploration, quick-time events and discovering clues as well as making countless decisions. There is an in-game system that will keep track of all of the clues and secrets players have discovered in total,
  84. Masatshi
    Aug 25, 2015
    9
    My wife and I simply couldn't stop playing and while we were away from the game, our thoughts circled around the things we experienced and what we might change the next playthrough. If a game manages to do that, it certainly is a very good game, don't you think?
  85. Gortz
    Aug 25, 2015
    10
    you like David Cage/telltales games? you like old cheesy horror movies? and very well written stories? this is game is for you. AMAZING and unexpected consequences just Amazing
  86. mrbooooyyy1
    Aug 25, 2015
    10
    Just finished it, AMAZING GAME. Had such a blast with my friends playing through it... like I have never had before with a video game. Thank you, supermassive games. Until Dawn deserves at least a 90 metacritic score.
  87. steffmaister
    Aug 25, 2015
    10
    If you like the B-film genre then you are probobly going to love this game. Stunning graphics, fun story and cool butterfly effect system. Maybe a bit uncanny valley at times and some framerate drops. Worth the play time and alot of replay value!
  88. jwewan
    Aug 25, 2015
    10
    One of the best Games on ps4.
    PROS:
    Simply amazing. The graphics are phenomenal and the gore and horror is brilliant. The actual game is not about what you think. Also the butterfly effect is fantastic.
    CONS: Dr Hill I just don't understand his role?
  89. fead
    Aug 25, 2015
    10
    its perfect game with really cinematic horror with a lot of ends . I like it because the ideas that game include and has difficult decisions and it is possible for players to keep all eight characters alive as well as having all eight of them die
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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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