Deathloop

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  • Summary: If at first you don't succeed Die, Die Again. From the team at Arkane Lyon comes an innovative take on first-person action. "DEATHLOOP" transports players to the lawless island of Blackreef in an eternal struggle between two extraordinary assassins. Explore stunning environments andIf at first you don't succeed Die, Die Again. From the team at Arkane Lyon comes an innovative take on first-person action. "DEATHLOOP" transports players to the lawless island of Blackreef in an eternal struggle between two extraordinary assassins. Explore stunning environments and meticulously designed levels in an immersive gameplay experience that lets you approach every situation any way you like. Hunt down targets all over the island in an effort to put an end to the cycle once and for all, and remember, if at first you don't succeed die, die again.… Expand
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 100 out of 109
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 109
  3. Negative: 0 out of 109
  1. PlayStation Universe
    Sep 13, 2021
    100
    Deathloop is not only one of the most conceptually ambitious and well executed games ever made, but Arkane's PlayStation swansong also has a boundless energy and ingenuity that no other game can match. Quite simply, Deathloop is an unparalleled synergy of first-person shooter design, explorative bliss and narrative complexity that we likely won't see again for a very, very long time.
  2. GamesBeat
    Sep 21, 2021
    100
    Deathloop is one of the best games of the year — at least from what I’ve played so far. And I say that as someone who has previously recognized the quality of Arkane games while struggling to enjoy them. But with this game, French team Arkane Lyon used some smart tricks to amplify its strengths. And the result is a special experience that has broader appeal than some other Arkane projects.
  3. Shacknews
    Sep 13, 2021
    90
    Mixing stealth, weighty gunplay, supernatural powers, and play-your-way weapons and gadgets, Deathloop is a greatest-hits amalgam of Arkane style with a splash of grindhouse grittiness and a satisfying murder puzzle narrative to put it apart from anything that has come before.
  4. The Loadout
    Oct 29, 2021
    90
    Deathloop is Arkane at its best, combining its system-driven immersive-sim gameplay with a unique and fascinating story set-up. Excellent presentation and style, along with fantastic dialogue and character performances makes Deathloop one of the most innovative games in years and a valuable PS5 exclusive.
  5. Worth Playing
    Sep 14, 2021
    85
    Deathloop is an engaging and enjoyable game that manages to capture the feel of Dishonored in a more fast-paced adventure. The unique setting and engaging concept carry the game through the repetitive nature of the gameplay. The multiplayer at the center of the story is more of a mixed bag but still intriguing enough to be memorable. Some annoying bugs drag down the experience. If you liked Dishonored but wished it were less about stealth and more about blowing things up, then Deathloop is the game for you. Just be prepared to die again and again.
  6. PlayStation Country
    Sep 27, 2021
    80
    Deathloop offers a fun, time bending romp. The story is intriguing and the characters, butterfly effects and abilities are the strong points only hampered by a lot of repetition and the odd technical hitch.
  7. Gamers Heroes
    Sep 13, 2021
    60
    Deathloop is in a weird spot. It isn't as good as Dishonored, but I also don't expect to see another game in the series. If you want to support the studio or need a Dishonored fix, this will help...but honestly, the game isn't that fun.

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  1. Positive: 314 out of 577
  2. Mixed: 116 out of 577
  3. Negative: 147 out of 577
  1. ur2Dhusbando
    Sep 17, 2021
    10
    The game is amazing and fun! The characters (Colt and Julianna) are charismatic and the plot is slightly immersive! The art direction isThe game is amazing and fun! The characters (Colt and Julianna) are charismatic and the plot is slightly immersive! The art direction is spectacular, mainly for the cutscenes...and the soundtrack too! The gameplay is great and I didn't have any problems. It had been a while since I had fun like this.… Expand
  2. denmize
    Sep 16, 2021
    10
    I have enjoyed my time with Deathloop so far, level design and gameplay give me Dishonored vibes. Would recommend if you are a fan of that series.
  4. ett526
    Sep 15, 2021
    10
    Awesome game! Very unique if you like the Hitman/Dishonored games and detective stories with sci-fi elements you will love this game.
  5. jfrance10
    Nov 5, 2021
    8
    Great game mechanics and great idea for a game. Had a lot of fun playing, just with it was longer or there was more to do after you are done.
  6. z0mer
    Sep 20, 2021
    7
    Reviewers that are giving this game 10/10 should be fired, because it doesn't even come close to perfection. I'm enjoying myself and it hasReviewers that are giving this game 10/10 should be fired, because it doesn't even come close to perfection. I'm enjoying myself and it has some unique elements to it, but please stop acting like this is one of the best games the world has ever seen. The loading times are quite long, graphics look dated and the AI is brain death.… Expand
  7. AquaArcher
    Sep 18, 2021
    4
    A Repetitive Loop of Disappointment.

    I can see what Arkane was trying to do with Deathloop I really can, but it just falls so flat for me and    A Repetitive Loop of Disappointment.

    I can see what Arkane was trying to do with Deathloop I really can, but it just falls so flat for me and I’m so disappointed as I had high hopes for the game. My problems with the game are mainly the gameplay itself as I really don’t like anything about it. The gunplay is just terrible and guns themselves aren’t vary satisfying to use. The variety of weapons are slim and the modifications to them don’t feel like they change the performance of the gun much at all. The powers I just didn’t find vary fun to use, and they all seemed like lesser versions of dishonored’s powers. The stealth is fine pretty standard stealth system nothing really bad to say here. The A.I are so incredibly inconsistent that you could kill someone 3 inches from them and they won’t notice, but if your 3 floors above an enemy and bump into a bottle they’ll sound the alarms! The game also has a lot of bugs to work out from FPS drops to Clipping through objects.

    It’s not all bad though, the atmosphere is immersive, the levels "the few there are" are well designed, the voice acting is stellar, and the story is great! Overall I didn’t enjoy the game much at all, I relished the moments that I got to hear Colt and Julliana talk to each other because it was the best part of the game for me. The gameplay just really missed the mark on this one, it’s a damm shame.    … Expand
  8. Daveoh
    Nov 13, 2021
    0
    It's currently unplayable due to a bug where you cannot exit the menu. I'm waiting for a patch to fix it before playing any further. I suggestIt's currently unplayable due to a bug where you cannot exit the menu. I'm waiting for a patch to fix it before playing any further. I suggest others don't buy the game until it is fixed.… Expand

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