Until Dawn

 PlayStation 4
  • Publisher: SCEA
  • Release Date: Aug 25, 2015
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  1. 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
  2. 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
  3. Mewthree
    Aug 29, 2015
    8
    Some people say that this game is more like a movie than a game and they are not completely wrong. Despite this, I urge everyone to try the game out and I'm willing to bet that if you like (or rather don't dislike) the concept you will enjoy this game, provided you're into horror games of course. It feels like a movie, in which you make the decisions. It's nice to have an experience likeSome people say that this game is more like a movie than a game and they are not completely wrong. Despite this, I urge everyone to try the game out and I'm willing to bet that if you like (or rather don't dislike) the concept you will enjoy this game, provided you're into horror games of course. It feels like a movie, in which you make the decisions. It's nice to have an experience like this once in a while.

    I played the game through with my friends during the weekend and the game wasn't that scary, to me at least. My friends said that it was somewhat scary, but not on the same level as Outlast, for example. Though we didn't use headphones or a surround home theater and obviously we had each others' company and support. Jump scares are something the game has a lot of though, especially in the beginning. I'd say there's even too much of them, although the game is supposed to pay homage to the old horror films with the cliches included. That is something you have to keep in mind while playing the game.

    Unfortunately the game has some pacing issues. Sometimes you walk around for a good while before anything happens. The occasionally awkward camera angles don't really help either. However this doesn't detract from the immersion and tension too much. The game makes up for its issues with great characters with marvelous voice acting, a tense atmosphere and an intriguing, if a bit predictable, plot. Also, don't let the QTE's scare you away. They are well done and keep you on the edge of your seat. The graphics are also good, but could be better on some parts. Animations can be a bit jerky and over-done at times, but all in all they are good.

    If you are wondering whether your choices really have an effect in the game, let me assure you: they do. Tough choices and the intriguing plot really makes you want to keep on playing. I really enjoyed my time with the game and, despite its flaws, it is a must-play for horror fans. Also, Hayden Panettiere. 'Nuff said.    … Expand
  4. EscapetoGame
    Sep 30, 2015
    8
    After some yelling at the screen, a couple of jump scares and a dozen or so tense hours I made it to the end: 3 survivors. I would have like to have more but I can always go back and try again.

    Until Dawn doesn't offer you the most innovative or complex gaming mechanics but it makes up for it with a wonderful cast variety, an intriguing story -of which you mostly control its    After some yelling at the screen, a couple of jump scares and a dozen or so tense hours I made it to the end: 3 survivors. I would have like to have more but I can always go back and try again.

    Until Dawn doesn't offer you the most innovative or complex gaming mechanics but it makes up for it with a wonderful cast variety, an intriguing story -of which you mostly control its development- and a creepy atmosphere. I'm still experimenting with it's "butterfly effect" system and what I like about it is how you can go to it at any time to see what effect your actions and decisions have so far in the story. Game looks good and it feels right and definitely has some replay value.
    This genre lacks enough quality games and with UD you have something unique and surprisingly fun. I would recommend this so give it go.    … Expand
  5. EduardoMeyer
    Sep 1, 2015
    8
    Until Dawn is a great game, not perfect, but great. The story is a genuine homage no old teen horror movies and doesn't try to be nothing more, it respects what it is. As many have been saying, the game feels more like a interactive movie than a game and that works perfectly, as the gameplay with QTEs and decisions made throught the story feels really organic. Its is, however, a very shortUntil Dawn is a great game, not perfect, but great. The story is a genuine homage no old teen horror movies and doesn't try to be nothing more, it respects what it is. As many have been saying, the game feels more like a interactive movie than a game and that works perfectly, as the gameplay with QTEs and decisions made throught the story feels really organic. Its is, however, a very short game, but that flaw is compensated by the high replay value the game has.… Expand
  6. 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.
  7. 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.
  8. 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
  9. 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.
  10. 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
  11. njja02
    May 15, 2018
    8
    Cheesy and dumb is what this game is...but it's great. It's a fun story-driven horror game that managed to keep me engaged the whole way through.
  12. 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
  13. Tyree09
    Aug 31, 2015
    8
    Until Dawn is one of those games that you have to see/play firsthand to really understand the hype (or maybe even lack thereof in this case). As a lover of horror movies, when I found out I could play through one, I was setting aside the cash months in advance to be sure I was ready for this gem when it came out.

    I wasn't disappointed. Until Dawn puts you in control of 8 friends who    Until Dawn is one of those games that you have to see/play firsthand to really understand the hype (or maybe even lack thereof in this case). As a lover of horror movies, when I found out I could play through one, I was setting aside the cash months in advance to be sure I was ready for this gem when it came out.

    I wasn't disappointed.

    Until Dawn puts you in control of 8 friends who reunite at a mountain retreat a year after a horrible event. These character range from the typical "geek", the prom queen/king archetype characters, the jock and the rationale girl who, in a typical horror movie, you would deem as the "final girl". The great thing about this game is that anyone can be the "final girl/guy" and any of them can die.

    And because this game is filled with characters that you will undoubtedly grow to like and some you will despise (yes, I had one in particular), it may be in your best interest to put your personal feelings aside because this game may tempt you to let some meet their fates, but in doing so can seriously impact the progression of the story.

    This game uses a Butterfly Effect system. Much like the horrible Ashton Kutcher movie, this means that choices you make as one character during one scene can impact that character later on either positively or negatively. But it can also have an impact on other characters in scenes later in the game. This, of course, makes the replay value that much higher. It will make you want to go back and play through again and make different choices to see the various outcomes. Beware though. This game constantly saves (almost like it's recording it as it you play). This means if something goes wrong, there is no reloading the last checkpoint in an attempt to do-over. If your favorite character meets their grisly fate, oh well. Better latch on to a new character and do your best to keep them alive.

    The story is pretty cliché in its execution. A bunch of crazy kids go to a mountain retreat to have what could be their last hoorah after a tragic event from the previous year left them all somber. Horror ensues, people die, love can blossom and stupid dialogue is spoken. The acting is decent, considering some of these people are relatively unknown, and some even outshine the more well-known actors (yes, Hayden Panettiere, you needed to do better in some scenes). The maniac stalking you wears a creepy mask and, of course, the game provides decent jump scares.

    As far as the actual action of the game, much of it involves walking and exploring the really graphically beautiful areas looking for clues as to who the madman is as well as why the events of the previous year took place. When real action takes place, it's mostly cinematic with you having to perform quick time events to keep the scene moving along. Beware, these buttons pop up in various areas of the screen and can be hard to see sometimes. A mess up doesn't always mean game over, luckily. But too many stumbles by character A, could lead to them not being able to rescue character B in time, just for an example. But if that happens, again, the game keeps moving. Shed a tear or even a smirk at that character's death and keep on trucking.

    The PS4 was a great console for this to be released on. The graphics are stunning. Using facial capture, the characters look just like their actor counterparts and the details are insane. Pause the game when playing a character and see what I mean. You can use the R analog stick to move their faces to get a good look at the details.

    Until Dawn is not a game everyone will enjoy. As a player, you take a backseat to most of the action which for some isn't what they look for in a game. But if you enjoy a good narrative and like to have a bit more control over said narrative, then this game is worth a try. Those people who enjoyed Heavy Rain a few years back and even Indigo Prophecy from a decade ago (I enjoyed both) will definitely love this game. And the horror factor, especially during the first play-through, will keep this game interesting. Since many won't be able to save every character during the first play-through, it can be a game that can be on constant rotation for months!    … Expand
  14. 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.
  15. KarstonMarston
    Sep 1, 2015
    8
    Its not a game, its not a movie, its an important step forward for coherent interactive story experiences. Twisted narrative, surprises, and the chance to feel you can fail thrives the excitement.

    One might wish to explore more, solving real riddles or have more than quicktime events, but you don't play it for the game, you play it because its the 21st century and horror movies as we    Its not a game, its not a movie, its an important step forward for coherent interactive story experiences. Twisted narrative, surprises, and the chance to feel you can fail thrives the excitement.

    One might wish to explore more, solving real riddles or have more than quicktime events, but you don't play it for the game, you play it because its the 21st century and horror movies as we knew them are outdated. THIS ist the new way of genre entertainment for the next generation.    … Expand
  16. kamykoski
    Oct 5, 2015
    8
    Brilliant story line and terrifying atmosphere. Highy recommended to all Heavy Rain/ Fahrenheit and similar games. Best graphics on PS4 alongside The Order: 1886
  17. 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
  18. 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 .
  19. 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
  20. 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
  21. 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
  22. 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
  23. 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
  24. FranchuteKikito
    Aug 27, 2020
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I loved Heavy Rain and Farenheid, i really like this kind of games, and to make a horror version of the genre i wasn't sure it would work but i was sure i would try it, and i did, and i loved it, it truly shines with replay possibilities and diferent endings. I completely recomend it.
    I took two points from my previous review because it doesn't let you save everybody like it promissed, the Josh situation really annoyed me.    … Expand
  25. CntrlAltDel101
    Sep 29, 2015
    8
    The list of PS4 exclusives is a growing list of some truly excellent AAA titles. Until Dawn sits perfectly in this growing list.

    The story isn't overly original but is well written and pacing is excellent. Didn't take long to play through but thoroughly entertaining. With the choices system in this game effecting the outcome I'm already keen to get stuck in and play it again makes    The list of PS4 exclusives is a growing list of some truly excellent AAA titles. Until Dawn sits perfectly in this growing list.

    The story isn't overly original but is well written and pacing is excellent.

    Didn't take long to play through but thoroughly entertaining. With the choices system in this game effecting the outcome I'm already keen to get stuck in and play it again makes different choices.    … Expand
  26. ZiltonReviews
    Oct 1, 2015
    8
    Until Dawn may not be the perfect game but I was entertained during the experience along with great graphics and a slightly compelling story. I say slightly because the entire story didn't have my full attention and some characters became overrated or overused. But none the less, Until Dawn was a great game and very enjoyable.
  27. 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.
  28. kingakatosh
    Oct 19, 2015
    8
    Until Dawn puts you into the role of a classic, cliché, and predictable Friday the 13th like story. 8 teens, alone in a lodge, must face the horrors of an alleged killer, monsters, and even ghosts. All the typical horror movie types in one game. Monsters... ghosts... a killer? Well then. Needless to say, this game takes real cheesy horror movie stereotypes, and makes it a very tolerable,Until Dawn puts you into the role of a classic, cliché, and predictable Friday the 13th like story. 8 teens, alone in a lodge, must face the horrors of an alleged killer, monsters, and even ghosts. All the typical horror movie types in one game. Monsters... ghosts... a killer? Well then. Needless to say, this game takes real cheesy horror movie stereotypes, and makes it a very tolerable, and incredible game. Until Dawn is best release in the horror game genre, in a long time. Until Dawn makes you take many decisions throughout the gameplay experience with a system called "Butterfly Effect". Once you make a decision, it's set in stone. All of your decisions effect the gameplay, and coming from an avid gamer like myself, I love this feature more than anything. It makes you stop and think about the future consequences of each decision. Your choices impact the lives of all 8 teenagers, and it's up to you to keep them alive 'Until Dawn'. Great game, worth getting for sure.… Expand
  29. 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
  30. 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.
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#67 Best PS4 Game of 2015
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#9 Most Discussed PS4 Game of 2015
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#10 Most Shared PS4 Game of 2015

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Metascore
79

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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