Deathloop

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6.5

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  1. Vzobel
    Sep 6, 2023
    8
    I really enjoyed this game a lot! The story is ok, and the NPC's can be kind of dumb. However the gameplay mechanics and "loop" brings so much. Perhaps not the very best from Bethesda Softworks, but a great experience nonetheless
  2. Marbert1014
    Aug 24, 2023
    10
    This might be my favorite Arkane Studios game to date. The gameplay, music, and the way you keep finding more clues to progress in the story really has me hooked. I loved that they implemented gyro controls for the dual sense. This is a 'must buy' if you are into Dishonored. No doubt looking forward to more stealth games by Arkane.
  3. TheSleepyNPC
    Aug 24, 2023
    9
    Deathloop has by far some of the most unique and deep level design i have ever seen. Events and accessible places change from morning, afternoon, noon and evening. One map feels like it contains several levels worth of content in it at times too.
    All of the visionaries are unique and the witty banter between colt and juliana is perfect.
    This game WOULD be a 10, the glitches do pull it    Deathloop has by far some of the most unique and deep level design i have ever seen. Events and accessible places change from morning, afternoon, noon and evening. One map feels like it contains several levels worth of content in it at times too.
    All of the visionaries are unique and the witty banter between colt and juliana is perfect.

    This game WOULD be a 10, the glitches do pull it back though. Nothing game breaking at all, just minor stuff but it's still a flawed product because of them. I'd say pick this up ASAP.    … Expand
  4. Weaponbud
    Nov 17, 2021
    10
    I bought this blind having not seen anything about it. I’m so glad I did as I probably wouldn’t have bought it because it isn’t the type I would normally buy. I don’t like straight shoot em ups. This is such a unique game with really interesting game mechanics. The art and music style is like nothing else I’ve played. My favourite thing is the puzzle solving and exploration aspect to thisI bought this blind having not seen anything about it. I’m so glad I did as I probably wouldn’t have bought it because it isn’t the type I would normally buy. I don’t like straight shoot em ups. This is such a unique game with really interesting game mechanics. The art and music style is like nothing else I’ve played. My favourite thing is the puzzle solving and exploration aspect to this game. I can’t recommend this game enough. I’ve seen reviews where the say the enemy ai is really dumb which is true. But if you walk around guns blazing you will very quickly get over run.… Expand
  5. Jaidenbrkl1
    Jul 15, 2023
    10
    Imagine you take Dishonored, and combine it into one whole journey with really great time looping abilities and it is a masterpiece that was a former PS5 exclusive. Gameplay was on point, graphics was beautiful, the story is complicated but fun, and overall it is my favorite game of 2021, my favorite Arkane game next to Dishonored and 2017’s Prey and this is a game where I pretend thatImagine you take Dishonored, and combine it into one whole journey with really great time looping abilities and it is a masterpiece that was a former PS5 exclusive. Gameplay was on point, graphics was beautiful, the story is complicated but fun, and overall it is my favorite game of 2021, my favorite Arkane game next to Dishonored and 2017’s Prey and this is a game where I pretend that Redfall didn’t exist.… Expand
  6. thegsnow
    Jun 5, 2023
    9
    This games amazing. Takes a minute to get used to the mechanics, but the gameplay and storyline work great together with all the guns and special abilities.
  7. winzentween
    Sep 17, 2021
    8
    Edit: I raised from 6 to 8 because in the end I loved it despite its launch issues which have been mostly fixed. It's a game that sticks with you long after it ends.

    I love Arkane's work. Dishonored and its story DLC is arguably my favourite stealth/immersive sim game and I always find myself replaying it. I don't adore Dishonored 2/DOTO nearly as much, but still think they're enjoyable    Edit: I raised from 6 to 8 because in the end I loved it despite its launch issues which have been mostly fixed. It's a game that sticks with you long after it ends.

    I love Arkane's work. Dishonored and its story DLC is arguably my favourite stealth/immersive sim game and I always find myself replaying it. I don't adore Dishonored 2/DOTO nearly as much, but still think they're enjoyable experiences in their own right. Prey is fantastic, criminally overlooked, and its DLC, Mooncrash, is possibly even better. It seemed like this game was meant to be the idea of Mooncrash expanded into a full-blown experience. The end result is a game that's *fine*, but far from Arkane's best work IMO.

    The concept is cool, but the story and characters end up being just ok. Colt is an entertaining protagonist, but not a whole lot is done with Juliana and a lot of the stuff with her, particularly her relationship with Colt and the loop, falls flat due to the lack of character development/screen time. I also think the three possible endings are all pretty lacklustre, but I doubt narrative is the reason people play Arkane games.

    Investigating the eight visionaries and planning a route where you can assassinate all of them to break the loop sounds like a neat concept, but is botched where it counts. Investigating is largely non-linear, suffers from a bit of hand-holding, but is ultimately satisfying. The problem, is that there's only one route you can take to break the loop. Certain visionaries have to be killed in certain places, and at certain times, which kills a lot of potential replay value. There's also no option to go non-lethal with these guys, which I'm sure most won't take issue with, but it's definitely worth mentioning. I know that the idea of violence and murder is core to the theme and narrative but I think a lot of people play these games for player choice.

    Speaking of player choice, there's an okay amount of it here, but its extremely lacking in comparison to games like Prey and Dishonored. The biggest offender is that you can only have two of the five powers equipped at any given time, and you can't change this until you move to another district. I'd argue that most players will have Shift on most of the time for traversal's sake, meaning you only have one slot for whichever power you want. Additionally, none of these powers are particularly unique or new. Karnesis is similar to Windblast, just with directional inputs. Nexus works like Domino, just as an AoE projectile now, Shift is Blink, Aether makes you invisible, and Havoc has you deal more damage and take less. For a game that encourages you to 'play your way' it feels needlessly restrictive and watered down because of the lack of unique powers and equipment.

    There are some things the game does well, like the Infusion system which allows you to bind items to Colt cross-loop. You really have to think about what to spend your Residuum on between runs, which makes for some great delineation of what to keep and what to chuck Player controlled Juliana invasions are great, incredibly tense and arguably the best part of the game when it works. The initial groove of building up an arsenal of powers and weapons has a strong sense of progression, and you really feel like you learn about the loop alongside Colt. Gun-play feels great overall, weapons are fun to play around with, great soundtrack, sense of style, and theme.

    Random thoughts
    - Weapon rarity feels half-baked and pointless
    - Opening hours/tutorial sections are boring
    - Districts seem big at first, but are quite small, and lacking content
    - AI is way too easy for a game like this, and lacks difficulty options

    I think that this game will do wonders for some, and I'm glad that they can enjoy it for what it is. I think if you haven't played Mooncrash, the novelty and concept of the loop will carry a lot of the experience. For me, this just didn't hit, and I'm disappointed because I was really excited for it. I don't think it's bad per se, but not worth it at full price, especially given its technical state which I won't comment on, there's enough of that around already. It's a perfectly fine game, but if you like Arkane game's for their depth, replay value, and player choice, you might want to hold off on "DEATHLOOP" until it's a bit cheaper.    … Expand
  8. BlackLung17
    Sep 19, 2021
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. For starters one of the more interesting themes for a game I’ve played in a long time and the story was very good. The dialogue between Colt and Julianna is amazingly written and portrayed even better. The controls are great never had a problem remembering any control binds.
    The game has a lot of exposition which if you like that kinda stuff this game is definitely for you. The endgame was kind of disappointing with each of the 3 choices leading you to a rather disappointing ending. The game has some of the worst AI I’ve experienced in a game, on launch day I had lots of bugs and a few crashes but after the first day the game ran smooth with no problems. It took me 14 hours to beat the game, that was with me looking around and searching like I usually do. If you knew what you were doing you could probably beat it a lot faster. I feel an 8 is a pretty fair rating, It’s too bad any PS fan who likes this game won’t be able to play a sequel thanks to MS.    … Expand
  9. Road1
    Feb 7, 2023
    8
    I havent finished it yet, it gets kinda hard at the end even with all the upgraded weapons. I like the visuals, gameplay, and characters. It's fun and immersive, just a bit repetitive, especially frustrating when you die. It's a slog to finish, but I'm enjoying it.
  10. Emp55
    Jan 28, 2023
    9
    Solid, SOLID game. Super fun and intriguing plot. Art direction and presentation are goated. The only gripe I have is that multiplayer is the default when I just wanna engage with the single-player experience. I'm glad the option was available to shut off the invading aspects. It's a cool concept, but not for me.

    This is seriously a must-play
  11. OCDgamet
    Jan 27, 2023
    10
    Love this game, give it a try it's really
  12. Longanjuices
    Jan 22, 2023
    10
    It's a 10/10 intelligent game.
    Unique gameplay, writing, visuals, and voice acting = all are top-notch! Bravo, Arkane!
  13. goodgriff33
    Dec 24, 2022
    8
    Answer: 75 characters is between 10 words and 19 words with spaces included in the character count. If spaces are not included in the character count, then 75 characters is between 12 words and 25 words.
  14. Malbertheijn
    Dec 17, 2022
    8
    I really love this game. If you liked Dishonored I feel you'll love this aswell.

    Slightly held back because I feel there's a lack of options towards the endgame and the buildup is very slow. Takes a lot of hours to get into it and the game spoonfeeds you a lot of stuff.

    Still a great game.
  15. Nathan912
    Nov 26, 2022
    9
    Tremendo juego de los creadores de dishonored prey Ect. Es brutal, un humor increible y adictivo aunk es cierto que se hace muy pesado el morir y empezar y es muy lioso al principio
  16. navy245925
    Oct 17, 2022
    9
    Good Bethesda style games, although the map itself is pretty repetitive (4 maps with 4 different time slots, so at most 16 combinations) but you will have new discovery every time via different mission and there are a lot of hidden spots for you to discover. I enjoy the atmosphere and humor too! I just want more choice of weapons, and maybe a bit of variables in each loop? A little bitGood Bethesda style games, although the map itself is pretty repetitive (4 maps with 4 different time slots, so at most 16 combinations) but you will have new discovery every time via different mission and there are a lot of hidden spots for you to discover. I enjoy the atmosphere and humor too! I just want more choice of weapons, and maybe a bit of variables in each loop? A little bit more unexpected things other than Julianna will keep the game interesting after multiple loops.… Expand
  17. srinu634
    Oct 12, 2022
    9
    Great voice acting, dualsense implementation, great gameplay, music. Story towards the end is half baked and leaves many questions unanswered.
  18. Jasperse
    Sep 26, 2022
    9
    Just great gameplay, nice soundtrack and great story. You can expand your experience just how much you would like. You can chase all the storylines, or you could explore. I found every loop more fun, because of my improved mechanics. The first couple of loops you are not so powerful, but later on with my improved slabs i could be invisible, transform myself to another place in no time.Just great gameplay, nice soundtrack and great story. You can expand your experience just how much you would like. You can chase all the storylines, or you could explore. I found every loop more fun, because of my improved mechanics. The first couple of loops you are not so powerful, but later on with my improved slabs i could be invisible, transform myself to another place in no time. Everything is fun to do. Exploring is very much encouraged. So, you could really create your own adventure. It has been a long time that a game wanted me to keep playing and keep coming back for another run. I'm not sure why anyone would think this is a bad game, but if you want a nice straight forward shooter to play for couple of minutes or a game you can invest hours in. you can can do both with Deathloop.… Expand
  19. Take2theSkies
    Sep 15, 2022
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Really entertaining game. Had a lot of fun mixing up the combos of slabs and weapons. The loop cycle is so cool and interesting to see how each area changes depending on the time of day - makes you want to come back to areas to try different ways of taking out the visionaries. The acting of the leads in the game is crazy good. This is one of my video games of 2021.… Expand
  20. Peanuts_dx
    Sep 4, 2022
    8
    Fun gameplay with interesting mechanics. Story was engaging. Powers spice up the gameplay even more for extra strategy. Especially fun with (or rather against) a friend.
  21. Unicron35
    Aug 4, 2022
    9
    Awesome game! Great environment and art style. Excellent music soundtrack. Smooth gameplay. Really good story plot that does not overstay its welcome. Colt is an awesome protagonist bursting with personality. I loved the banter between him and the antagonist Julianna.

    Customization options are decent. The UI is good. Multiplayer is fun. I did experience some bugs that popped up in the    Awesome game! Great environment and art style. Excellent music soundtrack. Smooth gameplay. Really good story plot that does not overstay its welcome. Colt is an awesome protagonist bursting with personality. I loved the banter between him and the antagonist Julianna.

    Customization options are decent. The UI is good. Multiplayer is fun. I did experience some bugs that popped up in the inventory screen almost freezing the game. One mission in particular has a poor layout. It allows you to trigger an optional event but gives you no clear way to escape unless you die.

    Deathloop is the first Arkane game that I have ever finished so that says a lot. I tried getting into Dishonored but always got bored by the halfway point. I just could not get into Corvo or the plot.

    Deathloop was an entirely different story. From the beginning I was invested in Colt and helping him break the loop. One of the best AAA games I have played in a while and is a breath of fresh air. I highly recommend especially if you can pick it up on sale. Great job Arkane!    … Expand
  22. cwmillett
    Jul 12, 2022
    9
    Deathloop was incredible. I just finished and I'm already planning to play through again. I loved the cause and effect mechanics in the game that would have a butterfly effect as you progressed. I also enjoyed trying. all of the weapons, gadgets, and unique abilities. My only (very minor) issue was the ending could have been a little better.
  23. StarLoop
    Jun 22, 2022
    9
    Funny, exciting, Colt is great and I really like the story.
    I wish it had been longer: I would have liked to know more about the characters and more gadgets. But overall, it's great. It gave me a lot of Bioshock's vibes.
  24. Kulitsch
    Jun 18, 2022
    10
    Brilliant! This is the essenz of gaming.
    I think its not a fully 10/10. But some Guys with no idea what the game is about gave 0/10. Thats unfair and this critics should be erased.
  25. thebrutalsam
    Jun 14, 2022
    10
    a true masterpiece from arkane again, this is an incredibly talented studio and this game is so much fun to play you will not be able to stop playing
  26. frederik1478
    Jun 14, 2022
    8
    Death loop is one of those games that have a unique hou that is good enough to put you through the game even if some parts you don't know what to do. The art style and production value are top-notch. I really enjoyed it and especially the voice acting was good.The game took me 10 hours to complete just good amount of time for this kind of game.
  27. Berrlett
    Jun 8, 2022
    9
    Will take you a few missions to wrap your head around deathloop as a bit confusing in the beginning and you’ll ask yourself why are you doing the same mission twice but once you’re on top of things you’re in for one hell of a shooter. Stealth and fight mechs are top notch as well as story and the signature Arkane art style. Hope there is a second for this.
  28. GuardianFrosty9
    Apr 30, 2022
    9
    Absolutely unique and fun, stealth is optional but advised. You can absolutely go guns blazing but this game also rewards patience and stealth. Love the gun play and the characters.
  29. Akma
    Apr 26, 2022
    9
    I really enjoyed the game story and untangling the mystery... Time looping was a fascinating mechanic to me (but probably because I've never played similar game before). PS5 dual sense was amazing experience for me as well. Overall, it was a great game greatly enjoyed from the beginning to the end. I broke out from the loop!
  30. Tax-4
    Apr 2, 2022
    10
    Unbelievable game! Arguably the most enjoyable game I’ve ever played (personal opinion). There is so much diversity in the way you can tackle the Loop. I found myself learning better ways to approach various events the more times I repeated certain time periods - some stealth, some all guns blazing, also utilising a variety of different trinkets and slabs as I saw fit. It keeps you grippedUnbelievable game! Arguably the most enjoyable game I’ve ever played (personal opinion). There is so much diversity in the way you can tackle the Loop. I found myself learning better ways to approach various events the more times I repeated certain time periods - some stealth, some all guns blazing, also utilising a variety of different trinkets and slabs as I saw fit. It keeps you gripped the entire time as you slowly piece together the bits of the puzzle; jumping back and forth from different times of the day at different areas of Blackreef. Finally, the way it all ties together in the end is just incredible. You feel rewarded by putting in the work and establishing the sequence of events required to break the loop. Amazing game, would 110% recommend. Wish I could loop and forget it so I could play it for the first time all over again.… Expand
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#8 Best PlayStation 5 Game of 2021
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#9 Most Discussed PlayStation 5 Game of 2021

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88

Generally favorable reviews - based on 109 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 100 out of 109
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 109
  3. Negative: 0 out of 109
  1. Gamersky
    Dec 2, 2021
    84
    Deathloop offers well-designed stealth levels under the core gameplay of Roguelike. At the same time, the variety of weapons and special powers also support the exciting combat. Julianna's "invasion" adds the uncertainty of the game, but may also spoil the player's experience.
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  2. CD-Action
    Nov 15, 2021
    90
    I’m honestly surprised, because I did not expect to have so much fun with Deathloop. It draws some gameplay ideas from Dishonored, but introduces time-related mechanics, offers an intriguing story with interesting characters and has its own unique and coherent style. It’s an original game, full of surprises and addictive, but not necessarily easily digestible for everyone. For me however it’s one of the best titles of 2021. [11/2021, p.22]
  3. 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.
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