Vampyr

 PlayStation 4
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7.1

Mixed or average reviews- based on 853 Ratings

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  1. v4vendetta
    Jun 5, 2018
    9
    What we need to keep in mind is that its a AA game. And the game is really done well considering its budget and limitations. Spectacular level design and atmosphere. Strong and interesting story-line.
  2. PafosNNN
    Jun 5, 2018
    10
    It was best game last two years, in which i played,
    really cool design and atmosphere
  3. Tego
    Apr 27, 2020
    9
    Very good RPG with a beautiful story. I hope they make a sequel for this game.

    The decisions you make effect the game specifically and you can experience this.
  4. Kotiks
    Oct 13, 2020
    10
    The moment you start playing a potential garbage and 5 hours later (just a first session, the game itself is long) you close a game and say Wow. For me it is hidden gem, because i couldn't remember any ad for this game. This game more likely will be appreciated by people who like Batman/Joker, dark and gloomy atmosphere. But this game is story driven, not just standard hack&slash or actionThe moment you start playing a potential garbage and 5 hours later (just a first session, the game itself is long) you close a game and say Wow. For me it is hidden gem, because i couldn't remember any ad for this game. This game more likely will be appreciated by people who like Batman/Joker, dark and gloomy atmosphere. But this game is story driven, not just standard hack&slash or action RPG.
    And Atmosphere is the most beautiful part of the game. It is really create a feeling like you are in the game:
    Details. It is beautifully created world with lots of details. For eg. just look in the windows and you could see the room with furniture and other staff inside. There are some flaws like - 3 same paintings in the mansion (sure people have a money to purchase different painting). But the rest is so beautifully recreate the gloomy atmosphere
    Music. It is support the dark atmosphere and perfectly match other details
    Gameplay. Surprisingly it is very enjoyable. Something between Dark Souls and Witcher. Each time you are develop your character, the battle become more interesting.
    Characters. The crucial part of the game. They are very well developed and implemented with own personalities. And you could kill everyone :) but look, they are so awesome, that my first playthrough i tried to keep everyone alive, but the story and you actions could lead to unexpected course of events. And the world is adapt, if you kill someone, next night his wife could already be with another man and related persons are saying about his death. And this is so influent. Wasteland 3? maybe it has more variety of the choices, but for me they are more straightforward.

    Cons:
    Sure this game wasn't develop by big Company, and not so polished as RDR2, the movements and some texture is not so superb, but creators made a fantastic game with resources they have.

    I score 10/10 because i would like the team to continue what they are doing, it is really outstanding games with the soul compare to EA and Ubisoft games focused on your money not the game itself.    … Expand
  5. hououink
    Oct 20, 2020
    10
    Супер игра. Настоящий алмаз среди бездушных видеоигр. Мрачная, обреченная атмосфера. Серийные убийства на фоне эпидемии вампиризма и испанки. Потрясающий сюжет, необычные геймплейные находки и достойная нелинейность. В какой ещё игре вы поработаете врачом-вампиром, будете иметь свой кабинет, врачей коллег и пациентов? И все это на фоне почти вымершего Лондона и и свирепствующей чумы. А коСупер игра. Настоящий алмаз среди бездушных видеоигр. Мрачная, обреченная атмосфера. Серийные убийства на фоне эпидемии вампиризма и испанки. Потрясающий сюжет, необычные геймплейные находки и достойная нелинейность. В какой ещё игре вы поработаете врачом-вампиром, будете иметь свой кабинет, врачей коллег и пациентов? И все это на фоне почти вымершего Лондона и и свирепствующей чумы. А ко всему прочему вам придётся разрываться между своим врачебным долгом и жизнью вампира..… Expand
  6. theNERO
    Jun 5, 2018
    8
    Combat was basically my only concern for this game, and that's exactly where this game failed me. Plot wise its an interesting game and has some interesting concepts, graphics wise the studio managed to bring that dark eerie feeling that we were expecting,only the combat system is really poor and disappointed me.
  7. TheWarton
    Jun 6, 2018
    10
    This game wasn't interesting from the first sight, and I tried it only because it is from Dontnod. When i progressed deep into the story, it started showing potentional. Really amazing game, because of the atmosphere, the design, the story and maybe even the combat. However, I still think they should stick to the Life is Strange series, because they're amazing at that, and they are new in this.
  8. Shinoshino
    Jun 6, 2018
    8
    The game takes place in 1918 London, with eerie atmosphere and old buildings all around you. I must say that they have captured World War 1 London quite good. It gives off a proper Vampiric vibe and it instantly got me comfortable in their world.

    Social Network: First thing to note, you'll be doing a LOT of talking. It requires you to find out everything you can about the people in it    The game takes place in 1918 London, with eerie atmosphere and old buildings all around you. I must say that they have captured World War 1 London quite good. It gives off a proper Vampiric vibe and it instantly got me comfortable in their world.

    Social Network: First thing to note, you'll be doing a LOT of talking. It requires you to find out everything you can about the people in it and their social network. You can tell with your Vampiric Vision if a person's blood is clean or not and you can also create serums in order to heal them, so that they'll provide more exp if you decide to kill them. If you leave the people that are sick, the district's health level will get lower and lower until there is an epidemic and most of that district's citizens are wiped out. If you do decide to kill a person, you can "mesmerise" him to take him somewhere out of sight and depending on the person, they'll provide a massive XP boost in order for you to get more skills and enhance your abilities.

    Lore: The Lore is really enjoyable and informative. I love it when a game goes deep into the lore as it makes it feel more real. The vampiric abilities do not only explain what they do, but what actually happens as well, for example it states that Vampires can use their incredibly fast reactions and speed which makes it SEEM like they disappear into a puff of smoke and pop up elsewhere, not actually teleport.

    Story: I haven't gotten that far in the game so I can't really tell, and I don't want to say something that may be a spoiler either, however it got me hooked from the get go as soon as it started. It's mysterious and slow paced, so you'll be finding out things at a slow pace. You are a Doctor, a blood transfusion specialist to be exact (how ironic). As a brilliant doctor, you are respected and admired even though some Doctors do not approve of your methods. You are not above using your influence and authority as a Doctor to get what you want. As a vampire, you'll have to be invited into people's homes before you can enter, and you can also break a person's psyche in order to make them tell you the truth.

    Combat: Oh damn, this is lackluster. The combat doesn't make you feel powerful at all as the skills the hits don't really have that impact to them when they hit. The movement of characters is clunky and feels like i'm playing a generic low budget PS3 game. I was not expecting much from the combat as from what I had seen it had already looked a bit bland, but nevertheless I always like to try things out for myself. This is probably my biggest gripe with the game, as the vampiric skills they have are really awesome, but lack that OOMPH when you're actually using them.

    Overall I'd say i'd give it a 7.5 out of 10 and recommend it to anyone who likes Vampires and eerie surroundings and atmosphere.    … Expand
  9. rr696
    Jun 7, 2018
    8
    Though the combat itself is very "done before", the unique take on actions influencing the story is something not to scoff at. I loved the story and it's decision making mechanics. Combat was fun, but not the highlight. Overall very good game.
  10. Grus
    Jun 5, 2018
    10
    Great story and atmosphere! Not bad graphic. Want more games in this universe and about vampires in common.
  11. mantel
    Jun 5, 2018
    10
    Countering the negative reviews with no basis, such as the guy who supposedly played only 5 min and returned it, the guy who didn't even bother to know this isn't a AAA game, and the person saying it's SJW because the "women are ugly."
  12. kraenk
    Jun 5, 2018
    10
    I‘d take more of this over most AAA multiplat rehash’s of established franchises any day of the week. This game may have some flaws, but it has a soul and dares to create something different, tell a story with deep moral choices and a unique atmosphere.
    I'm loving every minute of this game and chances are you most likely will, if you’re a fan of Dontnod‘s earlier work and try to take this    I‘d take more of this over most AAA multiplat rehash’s of established franchises any day of the week. This game may have some flaws, but it has a soul and dares to create something different, tell a story with deep moral choices and a unique atmosphere.
    I'm loving every minute of this game and chances are you most likely will, if you’re a fan of Dontnod‘s earlier work and try to take this game for what it is.    … Expand
  13. Edouad
    Jun 5, 2018
    10
    The universe of Vampyr is incredible! I love to walk the streets of London at night and look for my future prey !
  14. GReviews
    Jun 7, 2018
    9
    Vampyr is a dark, bloody tale of noir mystery and feral violence. Stalk the streets of London as a brutal killer or resist the urge to slake your thirst and devote yourself to save the city from the devastating Spanish Flu. The choice is yours...
  15. PULKEMONTHE
    Jun 6, 2018
    10
    With great combat, compelling characters, and a mission structure that ensures the players sees the direct effects of their actions, Vampyr is one of the best action-RPGs I’ve ever played. While it may not offer the sheer size of a Witcher or Fallout, it tells a resonant and consequential story that’s married it to some of the best open-world quest design around. This is one that’sWith great combat, compelling characters, and a mission structure that ensures the players sees the direct effects of their actions, Vampyr is one of the best action-RPGs I’ve ever played. While it may not offer the sheer size of a Witcher or Fallout, it tells a resonant and consequential story that’s married it to some of the best open-world quest design around. This is one that’s absolutely not to be missed.… Expand
  16. Lion_Of_Dawn
    Jun 10, 2018
    8
    I just beat the game, not about to spoil anything but.... it's a game that often goes between good and great. Combat needed more polish, but it's still fun and makes you feel like a vampire. Though I think it's a bit of a letdown that there is no new game plus, not even a free roam after you beat the game, which makes matters worse when the game has no manual save options.
    Also you can    I just beat the game, not about to spoil anything but.... it's a game that often goes between good and great. Combat needed more polish, but it's still fun and makes you feel like a vampire. Though I think it's a bit of a letdown that there is no new game plus, not even a free roam after you beat the game, which makes matters worse when the game has no manual save options.
    Also you can only get a good ending if you don't kill ANY citizens. And you get the most depressive ending when killing just a few.
    Every other ending beside the pacifist one are terrible. Even if you decide to kill just 1 guy who had it coming. I was afraid the developers would do something like this. It's very disappointing.

    it's clear that this game focuses more on story and dialogue choices than gameplay. But i really wish they had had focused more on the animations, they look very outdated. Don't get me wrong it's still a fun game, but you can unlock several skills but can't use all of them during combat without going into customizations menu, as there are only the 4 shoulder buttons to assign them on.
    And even if you could use them all at once, there is no incentive, as to unlock most of them you'd have to kill a lot of people, knowing that you are going to get one of the bad endings.

    Still it was not a bad game. This game had the potential to become the best open world vampire rpg game out there.

    I hope when and if a sequel comes out, the developers will do better with the story, but especially with the gameplay and animations. The game shines in its enviromental details and lighting, and each NPC feel important, some obviously more than others.
    I think that most people who are giving this game a poor rating, doesn't seem to realise that no other vampire game has ever done anything like Vampyr: Where you feel like a vampire, you evolve as one according to your choices, and you blend in in an open world.... but the odd choice was to have your eyes look more demonic once you feed on a civilian, and yet somehow no one treats you any differently because of it. Another odd thing is that feeding on civliians gives you a chunk of exp, while if you feed on vampire hunters, even if not fully, gives you little to no exp. There should have been an option to sneak up on drain them fully like you would a civilian. But instead unless your bite attacks are fully upgraded, you will only take a small sip and do a little damage.
    One thing is certain: if the developers create a sequel, using this first game as its foundation and improving on everything, it could possibly become one of the best RPG games out there, on par with the Witcher 3. But as it stands now. It needs more work. But considering how even the very first witcher game started out compared to this. I believe Vampyr has a shining future, as long as the developers can remain passionate about this game.    … Expand
  17. C3realkillah
    Jun 12, 2018
    9
    I feel like i need to rereview this game. My first playthrough resulted in a gamebreaking glitch thst prevented me from progressing. However after reinstalling the game and starting over with the latest patch it has been fixed. I was finally able to progress and see all of what vampyr had to offer and... It's truly great. The world building, characters, and story are all amazing and veryI feel like i need to rereview this game. My first playthrough resulted in a gamebreaking glitch thst prevented me from progressing. However after reinstalling the game and starting over with the latest patch it has been fixed. I was finally able to progress and see all of what vampyr had to offer and... It's truly great. The world building, characters, and story are all amazing and very well developed especially the npcs. Everyone has a story and i didnt want to see any of them die. Im trying to save everyone i can and it feels rewarding when you heal injuries and illnesses and keep your region healthy. The combat grew on me. The more abilities you get the more fun the combat gets. It reminds me alot of bloodborne and the vampiric abilities are awesome and fun as hell to use. The rpg systems and choice based gameplay result in a great experience. You have to live with your choices and accept any consequences that may arise. The lore in the game is very detailed and interesting. Overall i just really enjoyed it and glad i gave it a second chance. It's definitely a hidden gem and my fav vampire game. I hope dontnod turns this game into a series because this is a great show of their passion and attention to detail. Well done dontnod. I think it was worth the $60 i spent. 9/10… Expand
  18. Abdulhannan
    Jun 17, 2018
    10
    Vampyr’s intriguing story and innovative gameplay mechanics make it a worthy purchase. It’s a shame the game has an abundance of frame rate drops and glitches ,but the setting and overall gameplay mechanics do make up for it. It also has a decent levelling system and some remarkable vampiric abilities at disposal. Overall it’s an excellent vampire game and a great RPG.
  19. Klayzor
    Jun 13, 2018
    9
    Very innovative and unique little game. Must play for people who liked Vampire the Masquerade, whether pen and paper RPG, or Bloodlines video game. The combat is merely serviceable, but the story, character interactions, writing, atmosphere and music are top notch.
    Sleeper cult hit, despite twitch-shooter kids bashing it (possibly because they can't read, can't play or both).
  20. snoxxx
    Jun 6, 2018
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Good game,amazing story but game should be in 1st more than in 3rd person still verry good,combat mehanics are not excellent but still good game… Expand
  21. mkls2010
    Jun 5, 2018
    10
    You come to play a game like this for the story and atmosphere first! not graphics and combat. If you are like me and value well written narratives and characters then you will love this. The graphics look like a launch game of this gen, not bad but nothing special. The combat feels very similar to the Witcher 3, if you enjoy that then you will enjoy this.

    Ultimately If you have came to    You come to play a game like this for the story and atmosphere first! not graphics and combat. If you are like me and value well written narratives and characters then you will love this. The graphics look like a launch game of this gen, not bad but nothing special. The combat feels very similar to the Witcher 3, if you enjoy that then you will enjoy this.

    Ultimately If you have came to this game only for combat and graphics then you will have an above average to a decent experience. The part of gameplay that truly makes this game distinct is the "civilian system" every npc has their own routines, homes, personalities, blood quality, etc and their well being will effect your playthrough. Gameplay wise that is what shines here! It is brilliant and fresh!

    In conclusion; if you want a rich story with a strong protagonist, original gameplay mechanics (the civilian system) and a world drenched in atmosphere. This is it.    … Expand
  22. CaptainThunder
    Jun 7, 2018
    10
    This game is amazing. The story is great, the characters are interesting and so are the games mechanics. It's a shame games like this don't get the recognition they deserve anymore and people rather go for "Call of the same game every year but this time with battle royal mode 9". Buy this game and tell your friends about it!
  23. Rainbow12
    Jun 6, 2018
    10
    For a double AA game this game is amazing down to every character and the story, some things done better than triple AAA games. Score should be higher
  24. lillilill
    Jun 6, 2018
    10
    I would rate this game an 8, but since theres a bunch of none sense reviews here giving it a 0, i felt the need to rate it 10.
    The style and atmosphere of the game are very well done and well thought out storytelling. Dialogue consists out of an interrogation type of style that really suits the story, trying to figure out what happenend. Theres lots of dialogue and I found it only to be    I would rate this game an 8, but since theres a bunch of none sense reviews here giving it a 0, i felt the need to rate it 10.
    The style and atmosphere of the game are very well done and well thought out storytelling. Dialogue consists out of an interrogation type of style that really suits the story, trying to figure out what happenend. Theres lots of dialogue and I found it only to be cringey on very rare occasions.
    During your playthrough you have to make choices whether to help npcs, not bother with them or kill them for a nice XP boost.
    The combat is fun and intuitive, albeit can feel abit clunky at times, which imo is the only downside to this otherwise excellent game.    … Expand
  25. ApostleShan
    Jun 13, 2018
    10
    A very well written action RPG with a unique setting and excellent writing. Vampyr is a game that thrives on it's setting and tone. Roleplaying as a renowned doctor turned vampire caught me and pulled me in right away. Might not be the flashiest game graphically but it has fleshed out characters a unique leveling system and exciting boss encounters. A very solid game indeed and one that IA very well written action RPG with a unique setting and excellent writing. Vampyr is a game that thrives on it's setting and tone. Roleplaying as a renowned doctor turned vampire caught me and pulled me in right away. Might not be the flashiest game graphically but it has fleshed out characters a unique leveling system and exciting boss encounters. A very solid game indeed and one that I will be replaying.… Expand
  26. Ditko
    Jun 5, 2018
    10
    I would have honestly put a 8-9 to this masterpiece, but after reading some of the non-sense 0 and 1 reviews I really got pissed by the fact the User Score is so low due to the people who never bought and played the game, but still review it with 0 'cause LiS apparently is now "weak" for them or the price of the game "should" be 25$ (even lower than the newest indies). If you want to buyI would have honestly put a 8-9 to this masterpiece, but after reading some of the non-sense 0 and 1 reviews I really got pissed by the fact the User Score is so low due to the people who never bought and played the game, but still review it with 0 'cause LiS apparently is now "weak" for them or the price of the game "should" be 25$ (even lower than the newest indies). If you want to buy it cheaper you can wait and do it later, no need to rant here.

    Now let me tell you that Vampyr is totally worth it for 45-50€, which is the price for an AA (like Kingdom Come: Deliverance for example). This is another masterpiece made by Dontnod. Intriguing story with choices and consequences, wonderful level design and awesome soulslike combat. It may be underrated at first just like Prey was for Bethesda, but you know you're missing something if you don't play it.    … Expand
  27. Djaba
    Jun 6, 2018
    8
    Do you like vampires? You will like this game. Music is a **** world championship.
  28. Steff86
    Jun 5, 2018
    10
    Really good game especially when you consider that Dontnod are an Indie developer!
  29. AbysmalEnd
    Jun 6, 2018
    10
    The people that dont like this game are people who cant look pass minor short comings. the game has a world that is alive and breathing. every choice matters and every character you come across matters. the voice acting is done really well and the game is optimized very well on PC. highly recommend this title. its a great AA title.
  30. vijay11
    Jun 12, 2018
    10
    Good game with wonderful story,good combat.
    Just wished it was cheaper and game play longer.
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Mixed or average reviews - based on 67 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 34 out of 67
  2. Mixed: 29 out of 67
  3. Negative: 4 out of 67
  1. Gamers Heroes
    Aug 26, 2018
    60
    Vampyr is a collection of wonderful ideas held back by a limited budget and a dated engine.
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  2. RPGamer
    Aug 17, 2018
    70
    For those looking for a unique, dread-filled experience in the RPG realm, Vampyr offers a type of game seldom seen. But much like the streets of 1918 London, expect a few bumps along the way.
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  3. CD-Action
    Aug 2, 2018
    85
    Vampyr is unique. It’s not beautiful, its combat leaves much to be desired and its limited budget shows, but if you choose to turn a blind eye to these flaws, it will captivate you with its mature, morally ambiguous story and a series of dilemmas that usually lack a “right” answer. [07/2018, p.60]
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