Until Dawn

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

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  1. Kansler
    Aug 24, 2017
    7
    A middle way between Telltale's adventure games and the survival horror of Resident Evil. A very engrossing story and presentation, although full of horror cliches and some annoying teenage characters. Despite the branching nature of the story, I didn't feel the need to go back and play it again, but the first run was very memorable. Unlike many other "choose your own adventure" titles,A middle way between Telltale's adventure games and the survival horror of Resident Evil. A very engrossing story and presentation, although full of horror cliches and some annoying teenage characters. Despite the branching nature of the story, I didn't feel the need to go back and play it again, but the first run was very memorable. Unlike many other "choose your own adventure" titles, Until Dawn definitely makes you feel like your actions have consequences. Some really horrific ones...… Expand
  2. Tal_Kalon
    Nov 1, 2015
    7
    I rented this game and finished over the course of three days. I'm not big on horror movies / games, but I wanted something to play for Halloween and this fit the bill. I think its a solid rental choice but not worth 60 dollars.

    Game has incredible environments and fantastic character models. The character's faces are definitely uncanny valley stuff, but from a distance I'd swear they    I rented this game and finished over the course of three days. I'm not big on horror movies / games, but I wanted something to play for Halloween and this fit the bill. I think its a solid rental choice but not worth 60 dollars.

    Game has incredible environments and fantastic character models. The character's faces are definitely uncanny valley stuff, but from a distance I'd swear they were footage of real people, just very well done.

    At the beginning I felt like I was piecing together a mystery, and it my main drive to continue playing. That said, as the game progressed and the story came together I just wanted it to pick up the pace and end.

    I still don't understand why these teens go on vacation to a lodge during a harsh Canadian winter and never turn on the heat or one single light, except late in the game when they're told its a bad idea. They also wade through rivers up to their waists.

    There are times when the story just made no sense to me, but I won't spoil anything. Characters make some insane choices that you have no control over. I mean, if you were told to stay put for one more hour till its daylight, would you choose to go out into the dark alone where people have died? I understand the game would be pretty boring if you just waited out the danger but at least give me a plausible motive for decisions like this, and the classic "let's split up" bit.

    The game has a stats in the form of characteristics as well as a relationship status bar. These play
    no role in anything, so far as I can tell.

    I can't really provide much insight into just how important your choices are, other than determining who lives and who dies, as I have only done one play through. The game is roughly 10 hours long, and I don't feel like doing another play through - the Red-box is still picking rummaging through my wallet.

    Once beaten, the game does allow you to start at various chapters to try and alter the story.
    I don't know how much the endings vary; only two people survived in my play through.

    I know I've mostly went on about the issues I've had with the game but its well worth a rental if you're in the mood for Quick Time Event, choose your own adventure horror.    … Expand
  3. Markos-
    Oct 13, 2020
    8
    This one flew under my radar for a long while until I gave it a try by pure chance. What a great surprise!
    It's intense and scary, requires of steel nerves and will put your reflexes to test, too.
    Visually is fairly great considering it was released in 2015. Totally recommended if you have run out of ideas for a fun game to play with your partner (it's not coop but you can take turns    This one flew under my radar for a long while until I gave it a try by pure chance. What a great surprise!
    It's intense and scary, requires of steel nerves and will put your reflexes to test, too.
    Visually is fairly great considering it was released in 2015.
    Totally recommended if you have run out of ideas for a fun game to play with your partner (it's not coop but you can take turns with the controller as we did), and are in for a scary one :)    … Expand
  4. RealMuthaF
    Feb 25, 2019
    8
    A pretty good interactive movie quite on par with David Cage’s better works like Heavy Rain. Special props for the motion controls, which work surprisingly well and increase the immersion a bit. My only gripes would be the predictability of some plot twists (not all, though) and the fact that the game is just not scary at all. It can get a bit tense, but that’s it, UD only relies onA pretty good interactive movie quite on par with David Cage’s better works like Heavy Rain. Special props for the motion controls, which work surprisingly well and increase the immersion a bit. My only gripes would be the predictability of some plot twists (not all, though) and the fact that the game is just not scary at all. It can get a bit tense, but that’s it, UD only relies on incessant annoying jump scares to frighten you, which rarely work. Still, enjoyed this one and looking forward to what Supermassive Games will do next.… Expand
  5. vervain
    May 23, 2019
    8
    Highly satisfying for fans of cinematic-style survival horror (like me!) The action is downplayed somewhat n favor of establishing ambience, but when it does happen, it grips you like a chill-wind slap in the face. The characters, overall, are well crafted, superbly acted and made me care about the storyline.
  6. Jack97
    Sep 9, 2017
    7
    Until Dawn is undoubtedly a unique gaming experience. It's tributes to the horror genre are cool and it's visually appealing. I like the decision making and how it altered certain things, but that's the thing - it only alters certain events within the story. The story will always be the same only with maybe some character deaths and some revelations into their feelings. I was a bitUntil Dawn is undoubtedly a unique gaming experience. It's tributes to the horror genre are cool and it's visually appealing. I like the decision making and how it altered certain things, but that's the thing - it only alters certain events within the story. The story will always be the same only with maybe some character deaths and some revelations into their feelings. I was a bit disappointed that you can't REALLY alter the story with your choices. I don't think the game fully capitalized on it's potential but for what it is I enjoyed playing it but I don't see myself playing it again.… Expand
  7. iKen
    May 22, 2020
    8
    Played on PS4 Pro.
    Gameplay: GOOD
    Graphic: GREAT
    Story: GREAT
    Music/Sound : GOOD
    Dialogue/Voice Acting: GOOD
  8. StriderKiwi
    Mar 13, 2022
    10
    One the best PS4 exclusives, and easily the best game Supermassive has made. I don't understand why they never did a full sequel. This game is terrifying and creative. It does a better job than most of the David Cage games and other choose your own adventure style games. While the characters aren't as fleshed out as TellTale's early Walking Dead and Wolf Among Us games, they change basedOne the best PS4 exclusives, and easily the best game Supermassive has made. I don't understand why they never did a full sequel. This game is terrifying and creative. It does a better job than most of the David Cage games and other choose your own adventure style games. While the characters aren't as fleshed out as TellTale's early Walking Dead and Wolf Among Us games, they change based on how you make them act early on which is cool. This game is good playing solo or with friends (trading off with characters). Graphically it still looks good too. One of the last great horror games (at least until the Dead Space remake comes out). The game is cheap now too. Seriously just buy it you won't regret it.… Expand
  9. Prequel
    Oct 23, 2019
    7
    Story starts off cliched, then stops being cliched only to be ridiculous.
    Split second forced key prompts shape the story in the most unjust way and there is no way to change them without replaying whole chapters. Player doesn't get to see the consequences of their choices, they get to see the consequences of their button pressing skills. Whoever still thinks this is a good idea to shape    Story starts off cliched, then stops being cliched only to be ridiculous.
    Split second forced key prompts shape the story in the most unjust way and there is no way to change them without replaying whole chapters. Player doesn't get to see the consequences of their choices, they get to see the consequences of their button pressing skills. Whoever still thinks this is a good idea to shape a story needs to be fired.

    And the locked camera is terrible with this game. 80% of the time you are expected to move a character looking at them 10 meters away, from the ground. It's impossible to see what's ahead. If they thought this type of camera was really important to the game when it really isn't, they should've done a better job directing them.    … Expand
  10. sd11
    May 20, 2018
    10
    One of my favourite ps4 games this gen. A change of pace from other games and highly recommended to all. Your actions in game have a profound effect on the story and characters which off great replay value. Can you save them all?
  11. mijan
    Jan 8, 2020
    8
    I was really surprised with this game, didn't expect much yet I had great time playing the game. Game is beautiful, some mechanics are kinda awkward but game is fun and story is interesting till the end.
  12. HipsterMonster
    Sep 27, 2015
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Really good atmosphere combined with a good story is always a good sign. The only thing I didn't like about this game is how cheap the butterfly effect is. Don't get me wrong, it was pretty well designed. The problem is that it only affected who lived or died, but it did not change progression of the game whatsoever. And even where you had the chance to choose sometimes there was nothing you could do about it (SPOILER: When Josh "dies" for the first time).… Expand
  13. houyi111
    Jun 29, 2016
    8
    A very unique game with an amazing presentation that exceed my expectation. I think the impact of the choices has actually weight here and I like the cheesy horror setting combined with decent storyline and twists. Hopefully they will make another game like this.
  14. SaberEdge
    Jan 26, 2019
    8
    Until Dawn is a great game. Easily one of my favorite PS4 exclusives. I guess my enjoyment of this game is related to my love of Choose Your Own Adventure books as a kid. The story is awesome and your decisions have major consequences on how the story plays out. You can play it several times trying out different choices and seeing the results. Anyway, this game has a great spookyUntil Dawn is a great game. Easily one of my favorite PS4 exclusives. I guess my enjoyment of this game is related to my love of Choose Your Own Adventure books as a kid. The story is awesome and your decisions have major consequences on how the story plays out. You can play it several times trying out different choices and seeing the results. Anyway, this game has a great spooky atmosphere and is a blast to get lost in.… Expand
  15. czg
    Nov 20, 2021
    5
    Paid 17 quid for this overhyped game, even that was too much.

    The story and the clue gathering could be interesting, but... - Characters are dumb, annoying, one-dimensional teenager jocks and drama queens. - Jumpscares. - QTEs WITHOUT A RELOAD FEATURE. Missed one button prompt? Too bad, the likeable character is now dead and you will have to play through the entire 5-hour game with    Paid 17 quid for this overhyped game, even that was too much.

    The story and the clue gathering could be interesting, but...
    - Characters are dumb, annoying, one-dimensional teenager jocks and drama queens.
    - Jumpscares.
    - QTEs WITHOUT A RELOAD FEATURE. Missed one button prompt? Too bad, the likeable character is now dead and you will have to play through the entire 5-hour game with the rest of the **** cast. No, there is no reload. I'd like to send a heartfelt **** you to the designers.
    - Oh wow, the visuals! Not bad, I'd say, I just can't understand why every character has a full set of dentures from the whitest porcelain.

    Good for you: if you like trash horror and mediocre gamedesign.

    Overall, it will worth its price when it's in the £3 bargain bin.
    Tip for the designers: flashing the word 'intelligent' next to a character will not make them so, they have to act like that through the story.    … Expand
  16. Mahdiar
    Feb 12, 2016
    6
    Gameplay : 5
    Graphics : 8
    Story : 7
    Sound : 8
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    Overall : 6
  17. FreedomFighters
    Feb 5, 2018
    8
    Never, and I mean EVER, have I been more conflicted about rating a game in my life. "Until Dawn" was a game that managed to grab me in ways that few other games have. It sucked me in to the point where I didn't want to put the controller down (and if it wasn't for a massive headache I had gotten from playing the game for 5 hours straight, I wouldn't have put the controller down). Based onNever, and I mean EVER, have I been more conflicted about rating a game in my life. "Until Dawn" was a game that managed to grab me in ways that few other games have. It sucked me in to the point where I didn't want to put the controller down (and if it wasn't for a massive headache I had gotten from playing the game for 5 hours straight, I wouldn't have put the controller down). Based on how much fun I had playing the game and my engagement with the story and my choices, I would LOVE to give this game a perfect 10, but unfortunately, that would indicate that I loved the game in all aspects, and unfortunately, I don't want to look biased. That said, this is one of the few games where I can safely say that the final score the game receives will GROSSLY undersell just how fun the game is to play.
    "Until Dawn" has plenty of things to like: choices that actually matter, photorealistic visuals, a great soundtrack, wonderful acting, and an outstanding parodic approach to the horror genre. More importantly, it's just plain fun. As silly as the story can get, it's incredibly engaging, and it makes you feel excited for just how much the tiniest choices can impact the way the plot unfolds.
    Unfortunately, it's not a perfect experience. While the visuals are mostly stunning, some of the character's faces and animations are a little off-putting. Not only that, but the story starts to veer off into ridiculousness in the second half. The first half is absolutely impressive, but the story loses some of its luster late in the game, and unfortunately just becomes less exciting. Not only that, but from a gameplay standpoint, it's not super-exciting either. The game is filled with scripted cinematics, meaning you'll be watching a decent bit of the game instead of playing it. This has been done a lot before and it can be off-putting for some gamers.
    Overall, though, don't let my 8 out of 10 rating for the game raise ANY doubt, "Until Dawn" is a lot of fun and it's a game I feel horror fans and PlayStation 4 owners should absolutely not miss out on. If you have a PlayStation 4 and you've been ignoring this game, you need to stop doing that. Do yourself a favor and play this game. It's a worthwhile edition to any PlayStation 4 collection.
    Final rating: 8 out of 10 "Great"    … Expand
  18. rjmacready
    May 24, 2020
    10
    Two things that are really hard to pull off:

    a. "Plot twists" that actually make sense.

    b. "Interactive novel"-style games in which your choices genuinely affect events.

    The highest kudos to the developers of Until Dawn for pulling off BOTH of these feats, and creating a highly entertaining product besides.
  19. DeusXCom
    Aug 18, 2017
    7
    Pretty solid horror experience. Audio/visual quality and the overall presentation is quite high and there is no shortage of scary or shocking moments which is what you mostly want from a horror. There might be a little too many typical teen cliches thrown in but at least it changes pace in the second half, the entire thing also escalates a little too quickly to my taste, I always enjoyPretty solid horror experience. Audio/visual quality and the overall presentation is quite high and there is no shortage of scary or shocking moments which is what you mostly want from a horror. There might be a little too many typical teen cliches thrown in but at least it changes pace in the second half, the entire thing also escalates a little too quickly to my taste, I always enjoy horrors at the beginning when the tension is building up before it gets all crazy and that's cut pretty quickly here. In terms of gameplay it's just some basics, with various QTE thrown in, this is more about the story and decisions you make than the actual gameplay, but in terms of horror experience you get from it, it works pretty well. 7/10… Expand
  20. wheels_of_fire
    Jun 20, 2020
    8
    I picked this game up quite some time ago with little to no expectations. But oh boy, this turned out better than I anticipated.

    Until Dawn is a love letter to horror movies. You can get anything you can expect from a horror story in this game. Creepy locations, wonderful visuals and lighting, a nice mystery and well-rounded cast. Everything works the way it should. If you like    I picked this game up quite some time ago with little to no expectations. But oh boy, this turned out better than I anticipated.

    Until Dawn is a love letter to horror movies. You can get anything you can expect from a horror story in this game. Creepy locations, wonderful visuals and lighting, a nice mystery and well-rounded cast. Everything works the way it should.

    If you like horror stuff, play this gem at night. Turn the lights off and have fun.    … Expand
  21. jazzythechef
    Dec 18, 2016
    8
    A pretty good game, atmospheric, good voice acting, story line is ok as far as cheesy teen horror goes. I played it through twice to try different things and there is a reasonable amount of variation in the results, As an ageing gamer I have come to appreciate the interactive movie style of game, I'm really over shooting stuff to be honest. overall I found this to be a satisfying escape.
  22. SoftwareLibre
    Mar 8, 2016
    8
    I just picked this game up on a PSN flash sale. Until Dawn is somewhat similar to Quantic Dream's "Heavy Rain" or Ready at Dawn's "The Order 1886" in that the game graphics look amazing and there are a lot of quick time events, but the way it plays, it is more accessible and easy to get, like e.g. a Telltale Game. The character's unfortunately frequently fall into the Uncanny Valley (likeI just picked this game up on a PSN flash sale. Until Dawn is somewhat similar to Quantic Dream's "Heavy Rain" or Ready at Dawn's "The Order 1886" in that the game graphics look amazing and there are a lot of quick time events, but the way it plays, it is more accessible and easy to get, like e.g. a Telltale Game. The character's unfortunately frequently fall into the Uncanny Valley (like in Heavy Rain).
    It's really fun, atmospheric, with a lot of jump scares. I like how the decisions that you make in the game have a consequence how the story plays out and who survives. On the other hand, when I finished the game, I was not really motivated to play it again. Overall a nice and recommended entry in this genre.    … Expand
  23. Meth-dude
    Nov 4, 2016
    10
    It's easily one of the best games I have ever played. The story was good, the graphics were amazing, it was violent and the acting was good. The fact that the choices you make really do matter makes this game even better. I highly recommend it.
  24. Hack
    Apr 2, 2016
    7
    Good story, great cast, extremely atmospheric and scary but it has the worst performance of any game I've played on PS4 and it really hurt the experience for me. Even if you don't normally notice frame rate issues I'd be surprised if you don't notice how poorly Until Dawn runs as it's that bad, it spends most of the game under 30fps, with a lot of the time in the low 20s and even lower, itGood story, great cast, extremely atmospheric and scary but it has the worst performance of any game I've played on PS4 and it really hurt the experience for me. Even if you don't normally notice frame rate issues I'd be surprised if you don't notice how poorly Until Dawn runs as it's that bad, it spends most of the game under 30fps, with a lot of the time in the low 20s and even lower, it felt incredible choppy throughout which killed the immersion for me. I had to knock a whole point off due to this issue as it hurt the game so much for me. The game would have been much more enjoyable had they either optimised it better or knocked the visuals down a little to maintain 30fps throughout.… Expand
  25. MaxPayneIsGod
    Jan 17, 2016
    10
    Easily the biggest surprise and sleeper hit of 2015.
    Until Dawn is pretty much the perfect horror game. Everything from the tense build up through to the climax is expertly designed. The story is clichéd but feels unique at the same time. The characters are effective stereotypes, none are the same and they all have very different personalities.
    The sound and graphics have to be up there    Easily the biggest surprise and sleeper hit of 2015.
    Until Dawn is pretty much the perfect horror game. Everything from the tense build up through to the climax is expertly designed. The story is clichéd but feels unique at the same time. The characters are effective stereotypes, none are the same and they all have very different personalities.
    The sound and graphics have to be up there with the best ever.
    How the narrative changes with your actions, well its probably the best and most noticeable in any game bar maybe Walking Dead Season 1.
    If you own a PS4 you need to play this game, its just another sign of why Sony is dominating the new consoles.
    If you like a good story, shocks, frights, gore and getting in the heads and being along for the ride with the characters you control I can't recommend this game enough.    … Expand
  26. Stafmeister
    Jan 10, 2016
    9
    Thoroughly enjoyed this, good graphics, interesting tongue-in-cheek story. The butterfly effect was well implemented, played through all possibilities and a relatively easy Platinum for those that like to collect Trophies!
  27. Joe614
    Jan 5, 2016
    9
    This game is amazing! The game is well written. Until Dawn does an excellent job making you feel as if you are truly in a horror movie. Every decision you make comes with a consequence. That consequence can either good or bad. The graphics are great and the story line is just as good. I was not a fan of the camera angles. That is the only reason I felt I could not give the game a 10.
  28. Tinagowtfay12
    May 2, 2016
    10
    Alright, I enjoyed this game a lot. I enjoyed the story and I really liked how the choices you make write the story. You choose who dies and who lives. I was unsure whether or not to buy the game because i've never been a huge fan on how the camera follows you. Its just weird to me, but it worked so well in this game. I loved playing through it and it had some very great jumps. There areAlright, I enjoyed this game a lot. I enjoyed the story and I really liked how the choices you make write the story. You choose who dies and who lives. I was unsure whether or not to buy the game because i've never been a huge fan on how the camera follows you. Its just weird to me, but it worked so well in this game. I loved playing through it and it had some very great jumps. There are some character you come to hate and some you come to love. I killed one of these characters I really enjoyed on accident and I quit the game for like a week. Its very well done, the story is unique, and it was a very fun, cinematic experience.… Expand
  29. jelikey
    Mar 30, 2017
    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.
  30. tonyneculai
    Feb 11, 2021
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Very good story, nice graphics, very scary at times, very well done and surprising. I didn't give a 10 as it was a bit bad built the situation with Matt. I wanted to keep the flare gun but didn't get the option. It was not clear at all that he'll shoot the flare like an idiot based on the discussion with Emily.
    Anyway, great game    … Expand
  31. TributeMan
    Dec 30, 2015
    9
    Until Dawn to GRA przez duże G. Nie ma momentu, w którym chciało by się powiedzieć: "nuuudyy". Akcja cały czas płynnie się rozwija, a sekwencje wciskania przycisków nie pozwalają nam przestawać być czujnym. Jako horror sprawdza się w jednym aspekcie - jest bardzo brutalna. Przez całą grę będziemy dokonywali wyborów, które mają bardzo duże znaczenie dla przyszłych wydarzeń. Dzięki temuUntil Dawn to GRA przez duże G. Nie ma momentu, w którym chciało by się powiedzieć: "nuuudyy". Akcja cały czas płynnie się rozwija, a sekwencje wciskania przycisków nie pozwalają nam przestawać być czujnym. Jako horror sprawdza się w jednym aspekcie - jest bardzo brutalna. Przez całą grę będziemy dokonywali wyborów, które mają bardzo duże znaczenie dla przyszłych wydarzeń. Dzięki temu nawet za 3 przejściem można zobaczyć kompletnie nowe rzeczy. Moim zdaniem Until Dawn to rewelacyjna gra, warta swojej ceny.… Expand
  32. TK4EVA47
    Dec 19, 2022
    7
    I played Until Dawn (2015) in 2022 and thought it was a good game that I liked.
  33. Angelwolf
    Nov 22, 2015
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I enjoyed Until Dawn thoroughly. It's definitely a great game, so why am I only giving it a 7? Well, first of all is the re-playability. Once you know the story, there are no more surprises for next time around. That's not a bad thing on the whole - often with re-plays you already know the story. But the problem with Until Dawn is that you *expect* a different story given the 'Butterfly Effect' system. You even expect your interactions with other characters to change the story - but they don't. (There are certain stat bars for how you have interacted with the others, but whether you get along well with someone, or not well at all - nothing seems to change within the story).

    The 'Butterfly Effect' system is used to change how the story pans out. And it doesn't. Well, it does. Kind of. People can live or die depending on the choices you make, but this will not necessarily impact the way that your game will follow through and end. That, in itself, is disappointing.

    These points aside, Until Dawn was a very enjoyable game on my first play through. With plot twists, I never knew what was next. The game kept me on the edge of my seat constantly and I couldn't stop playing - I just had to know what was going to happen next!

    The graphics are superb and the sounds are chilling. The story was enjoyable and, at some points, unexpected.

    Despite my review score, I would definitely recommend playing through Until Dawn, however don't expect anything dramatically different if you decide to play through it again for a second time. It's a game every PS4 owner should try at some point.    … Expand
  34. Sky-Line___
    Feb 28, 2019
    6
    Not that crazy of a game. It won’t leave you mindblown nor make you think about the story days later finishing it like some very good games would do. It’s entertaining enough to make you play until the end but the story is not that scary and some game phases are boring. Nevertheless it’s not totally a predictable story either, some things will feel unexpected. Some camera issues can alsoNot that crazy of a game. It won’t leave you mindblown nor make you think about the story days later finishing it like some very good games would do. It’s entertaining enough to make you play until the end but the story is not that scary and some game phases are boring. Nevertheless it’s not totally a predictable story either, some things will feel unexpected. Some camera issues can also make it imperfect by times. Dialogues and characters are cliché most of the time.
    The multiple endings are nice for replay if you like the game enough to be feeling like doing that. It’s the main argument of this game.    … Expand
  35. HunterFisher2
    Nov 10, 2015
    6
    Overall this is a fun and enjoyable game but there are some pretty major issues. First off it's basically a movie that you make some decisions that really don't end up changing anything at all except the end cut scene, and even that is the same for all but the head count. No matter your ending a second and third play-through aren't worth the hassle unless you're dying to see somethingOverall this is a fun and enjoyable game but there are some pretty major issues. First off it's basically a movie that you make some decisions that really don't end up changing anything at all except the end cut scene, and even that is the same for all but the head count. No matter your ending a second and third play-through aren't worth the hassle unless you're dying to see something again you've basically already seen. At the end of the day I think you'd be better off watching a youtube Lets Play. Or rent it, like I did. Not worth $60.… Expand
  36. Nel
    Jan 23, 2017
    7
    Until Dawn is a story movie like game. The game revolves around you walking, and doing QTE. At the first playthrough it is fun, and enjoyable, but the second playthrough to collect the missing totems, it is an absolute pain not to be able to skip scenes which you already have seen.
  37. MattchewHawk
    Feb 9, 2020
    9
    Until Dawn is a game that I had been meaning to play for years but there was always something else I wanted to play first, I got it free with PlayStation Plus but i actually owned the physical disc copy already. I think the reason I often sidelined it, was because I knew it was essentially interactive movie. But after playing it through and with only 3 characters surviving the journey, IUntil Dawn is a game that I had been meaning to play for years but there was always something else I wanted to play first, I got it free with PlayStation Plus but i actually owned the physical disc copy already. I think the reason I often sidelined it, was because I knew it was essentially interactive movie. But after playing it through and with only 3 characters surviving the journey, I released that the choices you made actually did impact the game a lot. it was far more interactive than I had first thought.
    The characters, although mostly unlikable at the beginning, start to grow on you as they are tormented through the game, often showing a different side that you might not expect. So if they do meet a grisly end, you feel connected enough to actually care.
    I ended up playing it through about 3 times in the end as I wanted to do a blind run first and then go back and get all the trophies. Each time i finished the game the ending was substantially different. meaning the complexity of each tiny choice made, branches off in to a unique path, a true Butterfly Effect. so it makes you choose wisely and actually ponder as to what your decision might mean later down the line.
    Graphically this game is beautiful, the lighting, character models, textures and effects make for a very believable world with real character and mystery. each area looks totally unique from the next. The animations are on a whole pretty solid, with a few stiff moments here and there.
    The sound and voice acting are also pretty good, with each character looking and sounding different enough from each other that you know who's who. my one exception to this is the character Emily, who soon starts to grate your ears every time she speaks.
    The environmental sound design is also great, with subtle noises in the distance, to those big cinematic moments, it has a cinematic quality that adds to the tension and on screen events.
    I won't spoil the story though as it's best to go in knowing nothing. But it's definitely enjoyable and very interesting, with a lot of environmental storytelling too if you want to delve deeper.
    All in all, i thoroughly enjoyed this game, although i wasn't expecting to. For anyone else who's put off playing this until now, I can wholeheartedly recommend it.    … Expand
  38. 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.
  39. geo333
    Jul 6, 2021
    7
    It's a solid game that is very unique in the game play however the only thing I did not like was the button decision as sometimes is too fast for one to react, aside from that I enjoy the game.
  40. 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
  41. SleepNot
    Mar 28, 2020
    9
    Perfect interactive movie! I love horrors very much and thanks to developers for this movie! Very recommended!
  42. filip92
    Jul 9, 2022
    9
    Quite a unique game,visuals and face animations are perfect. Replay value is high, because you can save them all or they can all die, depends on your choices.
  43. iCSiMarcelinmBR
    Dec 26, 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
  44. Arsalan99
    Sep 27, 2018
    10
    One of the best game that I've ever played. I enjoyed playing every second of it. You really get attached to the characters and try your very best to save them. Just brilliant. Absolutely recommended.
  45. OzBountyHunter
    May 21, 2018
    7
    Una película interactiva, con muy buenos graficos, y rejugabilidad para completar todos los posibles escenarios, divertido, aunque no da tanto miedo como otros, hace sufrir mucho el sistema refrigeración de la consola, compra recomendada.
  46. Empyrea
    Nov 12, 2018
    9
    Well, this game wasn't in my list at all because I don't like scary/terror games but it came with the pack of games that I got with my new ps4 so I gave it a try and yes, it was worthy. You can get some scares during this game. Some are more frightening than others. Sometimes you see them coming and sometimes don't. You can find some nasty things during this game but it's not the generalWell, this game wasn't in my list at all because I don't like scary/terror games but it came with the pack of games that I got with my new ps4 so I gave it a try and yes, it was worthy. You can get some scares during this game. Some are more frightening than others. Sometimes you see them coming and sometimes don't. You can find some nasty things during this game but it's not the general rule in this game. The good (for some bad) thing about Until Dawn is that you can't fail. If you do, you may lose one member of your group. So yes, you have always to be ready for everything. It took me about 8 hours and I finished the game with 4 members (3 girls, 1 male). I lost 2 members when I was almost finishing the game. In my opinion this game deserve an 8 or 9. Graphics and voices are great and in the extra content you can see the real actors and most of them are almost the same than in the game. Unless you like scary games daylight is a good moment to play this game.… Expand
  47. Myon-Neutrino
    Jan 4, 2021
    9
    Actually I´m a pure PC Gamer nowadays, my last console was the original PlayStation 1 back in the 90´s... Then I watched some Trailers of Until Dawn when it came out and immediately fell in love with the game`s concept and graphics. Well... I then bought a PS4 just for this game (Extended Edition, 25€) I played all night long and got fully immersed. Really well graphics, creepyActually I´m a pure PC Gamer nowadays, my last console was the original PlayStation 1 back in the 90´s... Then I watched some Trailers of Until Dawn when it came out and immediately fell in love with the game`s concept and graphics. Well... I then bought a PS4 just for this game (Extended Edition, 25€) I played all night long and got fully immersed. Really well graphics, creepy atmosphere, authentic Voice Actors and high overall audio quality. Sure, things you can interact with are limited, but that´s not the point in this game. You have to care about your teens and that requires a high level of attention and good reactions at Quick time Events. I really cared about my teens and enjoyed how the story was arranged/set up. Of course you have to deal with immature youngster dialogues and naive but authentic behaviours. It didn´t annoy me at all (well, Emily **** did), instead it assists the immersion of the game in my opinion. I could not experience significant FPS Drops with few little exceptions which doesn´t disrupt gameplay. Until Dawn does an excellent job scaring you!
    I´m writing this review during my first session and already had severe decisions to make with even more severe consequences to my youngsters. At this point i predict this game has some replay value because you are able to decide very differently at various points. Full recommendation!    … Expand
  48. Liixz
    Jun 30, 2016
    9
    The only down side for me was that the game wasn't running in 60 fps. Otherwise it is great! One of my favourite games of 2015. I love games like heavy rain etc, where most of the game is a cinematic and let's u make all the choices and every choice have different outcomes. I'd like to see more horror games made this way in the future.
  49. Streifenraupi
    Feb 4, 2020
    7
    Finde ein sehr gut gemachtes Spiel, hatte echt paar mal richtig schieß, aber das lag mehr an den Jumpscares
  50. Instable
    Aug 15, 2017
    7
    The game is so overrated. The main characters are so DUMB!!! We have crazy monsters messing around but NOO ... let's separate GUYS!!! But the creators really managed to express all details of horror genre.
  51. eva3si0n
    Feb 4, 2020
    9
    Until Dawn is a beautiful game, I love interactive movies. And here it is so also in the genre of teenage horror, where the minimum of drama and friends (not in the offense of Quantum Dream). In Until Dawn there is a good acting game, there is not everything you wish from a horror: a house in the silences, mystics and a maniac. The variant games are pleasing, understandably that not allUntil Dawn is a beautiful game, I love interactive movies. And here it is so also in the genre of teenage horror, where the minimum of drama and friends (not in the offense of Quantum Dream). In Until Dawn there is a good acting game, there is not everything you wish from a horror: a house in the silences, mystics and a maniac. The variant games are pleasing, understandably that not all characters can be killed at the beginning of the game, but all throughout the game they can be killed or saved. The re-play of the game at a high level, namely this is the most important element for interactive cinema. Great game, waiting for part 2.… Expand
  52. VirgonoShaka
    Nov 21, 2017
    8
    Until Dawn is a very good showcase of what an interactive game can do with the right handling. Not only it has so much replay value, but it has a good story constructed and very fun characters with a good mystery and resolution to your choices. Perhaps the only complains I have is how some of the characters are not that delved into or developed and very little variation to the QTE's.Until Dawn is a very good showcase of what an interactive game can do with the right handling. Not only it has so much replay value, but it has a good story constructed and very fun characters with a good mystery and resolution to your choices. Perhaps the only complains I have is how some of the characters are not that delved into or developed and very little variation to the QTE's. Otherwise, this is an excellent game to pick up and play in different ways and every time getting a different experience. Totally recommended unless you really don't like horror. Final verdict: 8.5… Expand
  53. Carvalho
    Mar 25, 2020
    10
    Um dos meus exclusivos favoritos, tem uma história boa, graficos incriveis e um ótimo plot twist no final
  54. Leo_Manzano
    Jul 21, 2021
    8
    Until Dawn is another interactive narrative style game as we've seen in works by Telltale or Quantic Dream, what makes it different is that it is a direct homage to teenage horror classics exploring all the cliches of the genre.

    Mechanically and graphic quality are satisfactory for a ps4 game highlighting what is important in games of this genre its story and characters, the dubbing is    Until Dawn is another interactive narrative style game as we've seen in works by Telltale or Quantic Dream, what makes it different is that it is a direct homage to teenage horror classics exploring all the cliches of the genre.

    Mechanically and graphic quality are satisfactory for a ps4 game highlighting what is important in games of this genre its story and characters, the dubbing is good combining with the traditional archetypes of the genre's such as the football player the innocent girl the nerd etc. …

    It's easy to emerge in this story that we've already seen being told several times and being intrigued to discover the mystery behind the murders, until dawn fulfills well its proposal to bring the classics of horror from the 80s to the video game and provides an unpretentious and fun experience.

    I recommend playing accompanied mainly by people who are not so used to the world of games surely will provide a fun weekend, now if you are looking for a rich experience mechanically or with an elaborated script better to play something else.    … Expand
  55. KittyWhisky
    Sep 11, 2017
    8
    We all know the slasher genre. Stupid teenagers and a maniac who will kill them with extreme brutality. I think we all wanted to be in these films. how to participate in them. And finally, it happened!

    In UNTIL DAWN we manage each of the eight friends. We can skillfully escape from the dangerous situation, and especially to kill some disliked the hero. And it's cool! Each of the eight    We all know the slasher genre. Stupid teenagers and a maniac who will kill them with extreme brutality. I think we all wanted to be in these films. how to participate in them. And finally, it happened!

    In UNTIL DAWN we manage each of the eight friends. We can skillfully escape from the dangerous situation, and especially to kill some disliked the hero. And it's cool! Each of the eight friends could die. Or to stay alive. It all depends on you. Yes, there are pseudo-elections, but the Ira carefully conceals them, making the game seem more variable. And believe me, the replayability of the game high! Can pereproyti game 3 times, if not more.

    Eight friends perfectly played by real actors. Also in the game there is a psychiatrist played by Peter Stormare. His facial expressions are interesting to watch, but at the same time it looks so ugly that even more terrifying.

    The characters seem to be cardboard at first. But over time, they disclosed. And, for example, nasty muscleman at the end can be a real hero. The plot is long swings, but over time, gaining momentum and doesn't let go. You wonder what will happen next. Besides the role played by "the butterfly effect" that changes the story.

    UNTIL DAWN is interaktywna game. QTE but not as interesting and raznoobraznye like in Heavy Rain. The characters sometimes look scary and unnatural. Chuvstvuetsa a certain woodenness of the hero when they are run. not a small part of the game we walk, and the walk down to locations can be a grind. The story itself is interesting, but to learn lore, which will help to fully understand the story you need to look for collectionne items - and that's bad storytelling.

    UNTIL DAWN is a great game incarnation of the horror film with teenagers. It has everything: a serial killer, ghosts, monsters. The plot is intriguing, the characters are pleasing, and acting. The game is not perfect, but it should pass. And get ready to be scared, because there's a lot of skimmer.    … Expand
  56. marcelus
    Mar 17, 2017
    8
    Play it on winter, on a snowy or rainy night. With friends or a girlfriend. Enjoy it without prejudice. You'll love it if you're a fan of slashers man.
  57. ElleryHQ
    Dec 20, 2020
    7
    Игра хорошо создаёт напряжённую атмосферу, имеет сносный сюжет и кучу хоррорных шаблонов. Визуально посредственна, но при этом умудряется ронять фреймрейт до неприличных цифр. Геймплей здесь особо нет, нужно лишь принимать решения, поэтому любителя такого жанра может и понравиться.Игра хорошо создаёт напряжённую атмосферу, имеет сносный сюжет и кучу хоррорных шаблонов. Визуально посредственна, но при этом умудряется ронять фреймрейт до неприличных цифр. Геймплей здесь особо нет, нужно лишь принимать решения, поэтому любителя такого жанра может и понравиться.
  58. abekdd
    Feb 18, 2019
    8
    Si te encantan las aventuras gráficas o las historias de terror, este es tu juego. Until Dawn es uno de esos exclusivos que solo suman al catálogo de una consola, aportando una riqueza y variedad acordes a la divertidísima aventura que ofrecen. En la piel de 8 amigos, tendremos que volver un año después al lugar donde sus vidas cambiaron para siempre, momento en el que da inicio una obraSi te encantan las aventuras gráficas o las historias de terror, este es tu juego. Until Dawn es uno de esos exclusivos que solo suman al catálogo de una consola, aportando una riqueza y variedad acordes a la divertidísima aventura que ofrecen. En la piel de 8 amigos, tendremos que volver un año después al lugar donde sus vidas cambiaron para siempre, momento en el que da inicio una obra que te mantendrá pegado a la televisión durante horas. Además, ofrece uno de los planteamientos más interesantes del género: en base a tus decisiones, puedes llegar a terminar el juego sin supervivientes. Sin duda, uno de los imprescindibles de PlayStation 4.… Expand
  59. estradas
    Jul 23, 2023
    9
    Great atmosphere, like watching a movie.

    8/10 gameplay
    8/10 graphics
    9/10 story
    10/10 environments
  60. BSchwarz95
    Jul 9, 2018
    9
    As mentioned in my review of The Last of Us, it's hard to call this a "video game." It's a cinematic experience, based on narrative interaction, complete character control. The best part of this game for me was the option given at every moment in the story. We're given a very basic "cabin in the woods" horror setting with average horror character tropes that YOU get to either adhere to orAs mentioned in my review of The Last of Us, it's hard to call this a "video game." It's a cinematic experience, based on narrative interaction, complete character control. The best part of this game for me was the option given at every moment in the story. We're given a very basic "cabin in the woods" horror setting with average horror character tropes that YOU get to either adhere to or ignore. For me, I chose to adhere to them which made the game not only thrilling, but fun as hell. Oh, this is the irreverent sexy blonde? Let's kill her off. Oh, you're the smart, sincere, pure girl? You have to live to the finale. It was an absolute blast and unlike any other games I've played, this game requires attention to detail and playing through the story again. It's an 8 hour movie with YOU and the controls. You get to write the story as you go. There's no losing, there's only following through with whatever choices you make because you can't go back. It doesn't take much skill, it only takes a lot of deliberation and confidence. Other than pushing some buttons, the game does the rest and you're along for the ride. The only thing I didn't like was that this game didn't really become the haunted house game that it sort of implied it would. "What if I told you this house was haunted?" is something that you're asked towards the beginning, yet nothing is haunted which let me down. If there's one thing that scares me, it's what I can't see because it could be anything, but this game eventually shows you what is going on and I didn't find it as scary as I anticipated.… Expand
  61. UncutSuspiria
    Sep 8, 2017
    7
    Let me start off by saying I was extremely hesitant about buying this because it was such a short game. I only did because it was on sale for $10. I am glad I bought it for sure.

    This game is hard to review because the story is based on your choices. You can play it multiple times and have multiple endings or scenes in the game. This is the only game I am actually looking forward to    Let me start off by saying I was extremely hesitant about buying this because it was such a short game. I only did because it was on sale for $10. I am glad I bought it for sure.

    This game is hard to review because the story is based on your choices. You can play it multiple times and have multiple endings or scenes in the game. This is the only game I am actually looking forward to playing again.

    The only reason I didn't score it higher is because although the graphics are awesome, the sound and characters facial expressions do not always match up with the dialogue. Also, some of the characters teeth appear black, lol. But, my biggest complaint, and I seriously do not understand how this game got released with this issue, is the sound of the dialogue. The talking literally sounds muffled or like they are talking through a tin can. Look it up, it is a known issue. it can be overlooked because of the gameplay, but it is a bit ridiculous.

    This game has great replay value and definitely worth the $10.    … Expand
  62. EdwardG
    Dec 6, 2020
    7
    Until Dawn is an interactive story that does a good job at maintaining tension and a creepy atmosphere throughout.

    The fact that your choices in the game determine who, if any, of the cast of 8 friends dies helps to keep you on the edge of your seat even when the gameplay consists largely of walking and quick time events. Just knowing that one wrong choice or a slip up during a QTE    Until Dawn is an interactive story that does a good job at maintaining tension and a creepy atmosphere throughout.

    The fact that your choices in the game determine who, if any, of the cast of 8 friends dies helps to keep you on the edge of your seat even when the gameplay consists largely of walking and quick time events. Just knowing that one wrong choice or a slip up during a QTE could lead to a character's death gives some weight to the proceedings.

    The plot is very messy and all over the place, but it's still quite gripping. The characters are alright and although some of the early dialogue is a bit cringe worthy, apparently that may have been a deliberate effort to establish a campy 80s slasher vibe. There's some famous faces in Until Dawn and the actors' performances are well translated through the use of motion capture.

    Even with a messy plot, some underdeveloped characters and janky walking controls, Until Dawn is an enjoyable experience. The horror is perhaps a little too reliant on jumpscares, but I'd be lying if I said they didn't spook me a number of times. The game does a lot right and if you're in the mood for a good scare, you can't go wrong with this.    … Expand
  63. Dragonfly44
    Oct 23, 2020
    8
    This is a very fun game, and i enjoyed my time with it. The dialogue isn't the best and the story is just a little meh but other than that there's not much to complain about. 83/100
  64. TheCatalyst
    Nov 25, 2017
    7
    The choices in this game have consequences, dire consequences, and it's really fun to see the butterfly effect and how it changes the story. It feels like a 90s slasher film in video game form and I commend them for sticking to that theme throughout the narrative. The cast dives into their roles and makes it work and the wife and I found ourselves switching to who we were rooting for toThe choices in this game have consequences, dire consequences, and it's really fun to see the butterfly effect and how it changes the story. It feels like a 90s slasher film in video game form and I commend them for sticking to that theme throughout the narrative. The cast dives into their roles and makes it work and the wife and I found ourselves switching to who we were rooting for to survive at the end of the game. The lore behind the games is pretty interesting, the monster type not my favorite, but I did like how the monster came to be. Some janky animations here and there, but a good looking game overall. The interlude between chapters are a welcome treat, until those go away. It ends abruptly, which I wasn't too fond of, but the ending credits interviews are a welcome treat. Not a bad game overall. 70/100… Expand
  65. oknsnl
    Jan 29, 2019
    9
    Gameplay : 8 (Good for its genre but I am not fan of this genres' gameplay :))
    Story : 10 (I really feels something for characters they were that real.)
    Atmosphere : 9 ( Color palette and sounds are well selected and It gets you minute by minute )
  66. CoreGamer1408
    Jun 27, 2018
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. More of a interactive movie than a game. The first act was a loads of dark fun. Yeah quite tense really and genuinely scary in some places. The second act was groan worthy, because it went into pure flights of fantasy. I would of preferred if they had of kept the story grounded in reality, because people can be generally more scary than anything made up. If you are into Telltale games then this is in a similar vein.… Expand
  67. BJR225
    Feb 1, 2018
    8
    For a game that basically threw every horror trope imaginable at the wall and hoped it would stick, I found the experience overall to be enjoyable. I didn't find all the characters all that interesting but the story in general kept me engaged. A bit late to this party due to an immense gaming backlog, I'd say it's one of the better adventure games Ive played over the last year.
  68. alexandrea
    Nov 25, 2021
    9
    Why can´t I get sequels for the games i like the most. Give me a the order 1886 and until dawn sequel and I will be happy forever.
  69. Viktory_Gaming
    Oct 30, 2017
    9
    The story I found to be great and each of the characters are unique each having their own likes and dislikes, backgrounds and personalities etc. One thing I do want to mention is that I'm very fond of the way that the developers specifically made certain characters with the intention to be less liked by the player than others. The story can branch out into many different directionsThe story I found to be great and each of the characters are unique each having their own likes and dislikes, backgrounds and personalities etc. One thing I do want to mention is that I'm very fond of the way that the developers specifically made certain characters with the intention to be less liked by the player than others. The story can branch out into many different directions sometimes resulting in the death of every character which inspires multiple play throughs until you get the ending you're satisfied with. Peter Stormare did a fantastic job with his character. The throwbacks to many of the classic slasher films involved are great. The decision making is well done and truly impactful and can drastically change the story.… Expand
  70. AK0S13
    Jun 22, 2019
    9
    It became one of my all time favourite games! A thrilling adventure, with unique gameplay, well written story and characters, and a great replay value. It's also pretty easy to platinum. I can only recommend it.
  71. AricwithanA
    Nov 27, 2017
    6
    Until Dawn is a good game, very jump scary decent story some weird movement mechanics but overall a good game able to be played by gamers of any skill level. The downside is it beats to death the butterfly effect, but your choices don't really change the outcome. Would be nice if there were actions that caused an entirely different story rather than just encounters later in game. OverallUntil Dawn is a good game, very jump scary decent story some weird movement mechanics but overall a good game able to be played by gamers of any skill level. The downside is it beats to death the butterfly effect, but your choices don't really change the outcome. Would be nice if there were actions that caused an entirely different story rather than just encounters later in game. Overall the first play through will be great and exciting, but once play through twice to see the different outcomes you will be disappointed by the lack of events.… Expand
  72. LoletinAlexis
    Jun 3, 2018
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The whole story is a cliché, but a well-worn cliché. It is true that the first part of the game is followed with less interest than the second part, but it does not stop being interesting, because that first part will serve to get to know the characters and, why not, maybe to know some that you Enchant and another that you hate him so much as to cause his death in your game.
    I have found the three plots interesting, especially the connection between them, since without any of the three, we lose the other two.
    Finally, the final chapter is very successful and intriguing, with script twists and moments to exalt.    … Expand
  73. TheCornflex
    Feb 1, 2018
    9
    One of the best PS4-Games ever. The Industry needs more games like this. I hope there will be a sequel to this one.
  74. XxAlbertoBuzzxX
    Jun 2, 2020
    8
    Until dawn
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  75. Dandan2212
    Apr 13, 2018
    9
    Until dawn foi um dos motivos para mim comprar o ps4! um jogo com gráficos incríveis história que surpreendi apesar do clichê. com uma reviravolta no final que prova que é mentira tudo aquilo que acreditamos ser verdade!
  76. canceRnya
    Oct 29, 2018
    7
    Я напряженно и с большим интересом ждал развязки, был очень разочарован такой абсурдной развязкой с какими-то вэндиго.
    На самом деле 610, но так уж и быть, накину один балл за эксклюзивность.
  77. BlitZeR_95
    Apr 28, 2018
    8
    Great interactive horror survival game! The outcome of this game can have multiple ending from everyone surviving to everyone dying. If you liked Heavy Rain and Beyond Two Souls style of gameplay and you also love horror then you'll definitely enjoy this!
  78. ERRORCODE-20
    Jun 9, 2020
    7
    If you're a fan of campy 70's and 80's horror movies than youll like this game. I had a very good time basically acting as the director aandmaking choices based on what I wanted to have happen to each character. But i feel the games story wouldve been better had it focused on 1 main villain rather than have a pretty weak supernatural element alongside it. Overall it was a good game.
  79. bull32
    May 27, 2018
    7
    Buena aventura gráfica,o cómo se le llama ahora película interactiva,Me gustan bastante este tipo de juegos,y para mi es superior a los juegos de telltale.
  80. alexslork
    Nov 3, 2019
    6
    Кинцо на пару вечерков, совсем не страшное, а местами даже смешное. Как для того времени очень даже.
  81. GODonyaONFiRE
    Jul 12, 2020
    8
    Koroche... horoshaia igra. Chisto na razok s druganami poroflit nochiu, a takze poispugatsa tipo AAA STRASHNO. Estb seху devochka, pitalsya ee spasatb kak mog. Sovetuyu, esli uzhe ne vo chto igrat. (Blondinocka realno seху)
  82. tewa_kanui
    Jul 29, 2018
    10
    Until Dawn is my favorite game right now, I just love how horrific and how breathtaking this is. Every choice you make draws your game, I freakin' love this concept. I'm so passionate by the game. Every single thing about this game I found likable : the story, the turning point, the character, the dilemmas and even the jumpscares. I need a second game.
  83. Justmygaming
    Aug 27, 2018
    8
    A great and scary game where you definitely feel like it's a race against the clock, but I had to dock a few points for the very unlikeable characters and the shift in the plot during the second half of the game. However, it's fun to get the characters killed in various ways and it has good replay value. I'm hoping more games come out that are like this one
  84. nandika
    Jan 22, 2019
    7
    The concept is almost perfect, but God, I hate teenagers :) And they could have seriously give us more time for the timed button-minigames...
  85. fishbone76
    Sep 21, 2018
    8
    If you expect a usual horror survival game then this might not be for you. Until Dawn is more of an interactive movie with lots of QTE. You also can roam around free during certain parts to find notes and stuff. The athmosphere is thrilling. The story is pretty cool and the plot twist is amazing. The graphics are good aswell and you might notice one or two familiar faces.
  86. GarethB
    Nov 30, 2018
    8
    not a perfect game, but an entertaining one with lots of interesting elements that lead to branching stories. Limited replayability though.
  87. agentbinky
    May 9, 2021
    7
    A lot of people had a problem with the sudden shift in focus at about the halfway point, but I thought it was fine. This is just a teen horror flick, but perhaps the only game to ever correctly offer branching paths that actually vary from one another, instead of being mere "illusions" like Telltale or BioWare games. Recommended, but don't expect anything brilliant -- there are far tooA lot of people had a problem with the sudden shift in focus at about the halfway point, but I thought it was fine. This is just a teen horror flick, but perhaps the only game to ever correctly offer branching paths that actually vary from one another, instead of being mere "illusions" like Telltale or BioWare games. Recommended, but don't expect anything brilliant -- there are far too many draggy scenes of slow walking around pitch black corridors for that.… Expand
  88. nnevill
    Oct 28, 2021
    10
    It's the playstation exclusive in the best meaning of the word. Story is great, sometimes it's scary, sometimes it's unpredictable so it is what could be expected from non-linear story-driven adventure. Characters are well-written - you can feel you know them in real life. One thing I would highlight as not the best solution us that it's not very clear and obvious what to do to save all ofIt's the playstation exclusive in the best meaning of the word. Story is great, sometimes it's scary, sometimes it's unpredictable so it is what could be expected from non-linear story-driven adventure. Characters are well-written - you can feel you know them in real life. One thing I would highlight as not the best solution us that it's not very clear and obvious what to do to save all of characters but from the other side it makes you feel harder about them. This game was in my "ToPlay" list but thanks to PS Plus collection I've got it for free so no way to miss this game - these 8 hours you won't forget.… Expand
  89. 613th
    Dec 9, 2019
    7
    It is was a mistake to play this game after Heavy Rain, Detroit and Beyond Two Souls. The meaning and style are the same, but this game looks crude and weak compared to Quanticdream projects, but that is only because Detroit and the other are very-very storng.

    The main story of the game is rather simple, but all additional materials (evidences, photos, mails) are interesting enough, and    It is was a mistake to play this game after Heavy Rain, Detroit and Beyond Two Souls. The meaning and style are the same, but this game looks crude and weak compared to Quanticdream projects, but that is only because Detroit and the other are very-very storng.

    The main story of the game is rather simple, but all additional materials (evidences, photos, mails) are interesting enough, and i would go throught this game just to find them all and read more attentive.

    The graphic and optimization looks bad, even for 2015 year, it was rather unpleasant to play and watch some moments of the game. Also was disappointed about game's camera - it is awful.
    The gameplay very simple after quantic's game.

    But to sum up, i would like to play this game one more time, just to better immerse yourself in the atmosphere.    … Expand
  90. reallcer
    Dec 9, 2018
    8
    Un gran juego, lastima que para mi gusto no sea tan rejugable como otros juegos del mismo estilo.
  91. trarantino
    Dec 31, 2018
    8
    Игра шидевр! Просто лучшая игра всех времён и народов. Какая графика, какой графон!
  92. EatMedrinkMe
    Apr 3, 2019
    8
    Very good game with scary atmosphere and interesting story.
    Highly recommended for horror and detective stories fans.
  93. mikemormai
    May 8, 2019
    8
    jogo muito bom parece um filme , pra quem curte um terror vale a pena jogar ele
  94. gamerz4life
    Sep 5, 2020
    6
    A game that wants to harken back to 80s horror films, complete with plenty of teenagers that may do anything stupid at any moment, or have petty fights in the middle of life-or-death stakes. Most of the characters are straight unlikable where you couldn’t care less if they died or are around in-game so little that you wonder what the point of them are. I saw reviews that all said how muchA game that wants to harken back to 80s horror films, complete with plenty of teenagers that may do anything stupid at any moment, or have petty fights in the middle of life-or-death stakes. Most of the characters are straight unlikable where you couldn’t care less if they died or are around in-game so little that you wonder what the point of them are. I saw reviews that all said how much they didn’t like Mike but he became my favorite character because he got stuff done and didn’t panic about it.

    This whole game banks on the butterfly effect, that every action you make has consequences and will affect the ending of the game. Shocker it doesn’t. Many of the choices end up with the same path, leaving you feeling vastly disappointed. I’m okay with my choices not really making a difference in the game but when you tell me that they do and will and I clearly see they don’t, it’s really a slap in the face and screams of developer laziness. That perhaps they wanted to make this deep game but could not but still pretended that they did. One choice had you choose which person you would rather sacrifice with a ban saw, I chose the girl to save my bro and the game sacrifices my bro. I sat there stunned because I knew I had chosen the proper button, for a while I thought maybe I had messed up, until it turned out that whichever decision you make your bro will die. Then there were weird ‘nature’ decisions that said if you hurt animals or nature would have major consequences, which were just dumb. Many of the choices you could make were dumb, hey you wanna shoot the explosive barrel right in front of you? I’m sure nothing could go wrong, it was literally a death totem. They present these to you so fast that once again they’re just hoping you make a wrong choice, like you have an itchy trigger finger.

    Story-wise problems I had is that up until a point (about halfway) the main antagonist (the killer), which I had really cool ideas of who it could be and why (none of which happen), is blatantly revealed to you in the room before you come face to face with the killer, like written on paper and you read it obvious, (you know in case you did no investigating whatsoever), so when the killer takes off their mask and is like dun-dun you’re like ‘yeah I know, I just read it 5mins ago’. And then after this reveal the character promptly drops out of the story, basically forever. And then the whole story takes a shift into the new antagonists. Not the ‘we had parallel plot-lines going and finished up one and continued with the other’, but we started a whole new plotline midgame. A new protagonist is introduced and promptly killed off after he gives you exposition of what’s going on up on the mountain. Basically the game switches into why Mike is my favorite character since you switch over to him and he investigates and solves the whole mystery himself. The second-half plotline should have been the whole game, solving the mystery of what’s happening on the mountains and its dark past was pretty interesting and had me trying to piece it all together. If they had focused on just that, they could have fleshed it out more and made a stronger story and game. The outside narration with the psychiatrist could have just been completely cut out as it served no purpose, once again nothing you said to him matters or really has any effect. …Spiders… Overall, you have to be playing this game really poorly to have anyone end up dead or have the game cheat you at the end. I found totems, made decisions and proper button presses and only had the one person get his head popped like a pimple because suddenly the game wanted you to get off the linear path they put you on to find a journal, basically saying all the other stuff you found telling you about what happened to the sisters, no one knew cuz apparently they don’t talk about this stuff between characters.

    The only gripe with gameplay I had was the moments where the game told you to keep the controller steady (as though they thought you were so frightened you’d be shaking and find this impossible). It actually should have told you to keep the controller within the outlined field they had at the bottom of the screen because it artificially moved the icon and you had to move to counteract it. I physically placed the controller on the ground and yet the icon moves anyways. The game is doing it to cheat and make you screw up in pivotal moments, because the first couple times I was so still but it failed.

    In the end, most of this game felt like it was just straight up copied from Supernatural’s S1E2 Wendigo episode. I guess the game is worth one playthrough, it does have spooks and some interesting moments, just don’t expect anything spectacular.    … Expand
  95. Wazabby
    Jan 23, 2019
    7
    Everything is ok with this game except the fact that they lie a little bit when selling this as a "infinite variations" game. I enjoy it like a child but then, when compare my play with anothers and see the truth...just meh.
  96. shaggx83
    Jul 25, 2020
    8
    One of the better game of its genre. Better than telltale games in my opinion because of the different endings and outcome based on your decision.
  97. iMustang
    Oct 31, 2022
    8
    Until Dawn was a chilling experience from beginning to end. I’m always a sucker for a good mystery and this scratched the itch I’ve needed while waiting for Quantic Dream’s next game. The developers did a fantastic job capturing the feeling of a classic horror movie down to teenagers doing stupid things and forcing me to move forward when I would really rather not, as well as really makingUntil Dawn was a chilling experience from beginning to end. I’m always a sucker for a good mystery and this scratched the itch I’ve needed while waiting for Quantic Dream’s next game. The developers did a fantastic job capturing the feeling of a classic horror movie down to teenagers doing stupid things and forcing me to move forward when I would really rather not, as well as really making me feel like my choices matter when every little thing seemed to make a huge difference. Even if some of the choices seemed lacking in proper hints and the facial expressions weren’t always the best, the story quality of this game and the truly unique experience it provides is one o recommend to anyone who can handle a few jump scares.… Expand
  98. inmh
    Mar 12, 2019
    10
    I LOVE Until Dawn. Apart from the excellent acting and the genuinely scary moments in the game, the butterfly-effect mechanic was just beautifully implemented. There are so many different ways you can screw up- and while some butterfly effect games go for more predictable routes (i.e. "be a good person and everything will be chill") this one really brings some chaos into it; you can't takeI LOVE Until Dawn. Apart from the excellent acting and the genuinely scary moments in the game, the butterfly-effect mechanic was just beautifully implemented. There are so many different ways you can screw up- and while some butterfly effect games go for more predictable routes (i.e. "be a good person and everything will be chill") this one really brings some chaos into it; you can't take for granted that doing the "nice" thing is what's going to keep your characters alive.… Expand
  99. rezo_21
    Sep 19, 2021
    9
    ====================IIIIIIIIII GAME SCORE : 90 IIIIIIIIII====================
  100. TwoBe
    Oct 30, 2020
    8
    This was a good interactive movie, scary and with an engaging story, it gives you the illusion that you’re the director of a movie and you are the one to decide what is going to happen.

    But then again, it’s just an illusion. The thing about any of your decisions can completely change the story in the game is not quite accurate, after playing the game for a second time and making    This was a good interactive movie, scary and with an engaging story, it gives you the illusion that you’re the director of a movie and you are the one to decide what is going to happen.

    But then again, it’s just an illusion. The thing about any of your decisions can completely change the story in the game is not quite accurate, after playing the game for a second time and making completely different decisions the story didn’t change that much, the good thing is that after one of my playthroughs I managed to keep alive the people that I wanted since the beginning.

    Another thing that I didn’t like either was the overuse of startles, you cannot call that scary, it's just annoying.

    If you’re up for a scary thriller this is your game.    … Expand
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Awards & Rankings

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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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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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