Deliver Us Mars

 PlayStation 5
User Score
4.6

Generally unfavorable reviews- based on 32 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 11 out of 32
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 32
  3. Negative: 16 out of 32

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  1. Jt0429
    Feb 9, 2023
    7
    Good-
    Captivating story; Confident, compelling storytelling; Well-written and well-acted characters
    Bad- Slow, largely uninteresting gameplay loop; Climbing sections are clunky and laborious; Loads of visual and technical issues. Thoughts- In the end, what we get is an inconsistent experience that has just as many clear strengths as it has glaring weaknesses. If you’re looking for    Good-
    Captivating story; Confident, compelling storytelling; Well-written and well-acted characters

    Bad-
    Slow, largely uninteresting gameplay loop; Climbing sections are clunky and laborious; Loads of visual and technical issues.

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    In the end, what we get is an inconsistent experience that has just as many clear strengths as it has glaring weaknesses. If you’re looking for a captivating story that is expertly told and populated by well-written and well-acted characters, Deliver Us Mars will hit just the spot for you. In the process, however, you’ll have to tolerate and look past several flaws. Clunky movement, slow and often uninteresting gameplay, visuals that are best described as rough around the edges, a barrage of technical issues- and that’s just scratching the surface. Would I still recommend the game? I would- but at the same time, I’d warn you to be patient and prepare for plenty of frustration along the way.    … Expand
  2. JimmieD
    Feb 4, 2023
    7
    I already played Deliver us the moon and was hyped for Deliver us Mars. I really like these kind of games with a sci-fi touch, and when it‘s about space travel, count me in. The game has it‘s flaws. For example: you walk into the WSA building in the beginning, before you go to Mars, and in front of the building there are several NPCs. But these look pretty cringe, they don‘t move and haveI already played Deliver us the moon and was hyped for Deliver us Mars. I really like these kind of games with a sci-fi touch, and when it‘s about space travel, count me in. The game has it‘s flaws. For example: you walk into the WSA building in the beginning, before you go to Mars, and in front of the building there are several NPCs. But these look pretty cringe, they don‘t move and have creepy looks on their faces. Also they are completely non-responsive, so you can jump on their heads and nothing moves, which isn‘t very good for immersion. Here and there the game just doesn‘t feel ready (I have to admit usually I wait a few weeks after releases coz normally there is a patch coming, but I played it on day one, couldn’t wait). Also, there is no vibration in the controller. I think the developers either forgot to add them or they are not done yet (there is an option im the menu to turn vibration on/off, soooo…). There were so many times that I thought „why doesn‘t my controller vibrate, this would be such a good moment“. However, this is not a triple A game and apart from the above mentioned flaws, it’s an absolutely fantastic and fun game, it’s as good as DUTM. The atmosphere is incredible and it feels very realistic. Also the graphics, at least on mars, are just wow. It‘s definitely worth the money. Definitely would recommend. However, Deliver us the Moon was better, just felt more complete(d) than Mars… maybe after a few patches.… Expand
  3. Gadd07
    Feb 11, 2023
    7
    A good sequel to the brilliant deliver us the moon, This game does a lot of things right, especially the voice acting and a story that will constantly make you think between right and wrong, I think it's what this game does best, Gameplay wise it's almost the same as the first game however their are some tedious climbing sections that I personally didn't really enjoy, some weirdA good sequel to the brilliant deliver us the moon, This game does a lot of things right, especially the voice acting and a story that will constantly make you think between right and wrong, I think it's what this game does best, Gameplay wise it's almost the same as the first game however their are some tedious climbing sections that I personally didn't really enjoy, some weird flickering and frame rate drops in certain locations but nothing game breaking other than that it's a solid 8ish hour experience with a solid story and characters, if you enjoyed the first one you should enjoy this one no problems… Expand

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#42 Most Discussed PlayStation 5 Game of 2023

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Metascore
68

Mixed or average reviews - based on 24 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 24
  2. Mixed: 17 out of 24
  3. Negative: 1 out of 24
  1. Adventure Game Hotspot
    Apr 14, 2023
    70
    A sequel that’s put in the work to expand its predecessor’s horizons is commendable, but for Deliver Us Mars this doesn’t always work out perfectly. Still, it offers another thrilling adventure for deep-space explorers, with welcome character moments that make it a little less solitary this time around.
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  2. PLAY
    Mar 8, 2023
    70
    Mars itself doesn’t feature as much as it probably should, but this is made up for by engaging characters, purposeful traversal, and a heartfelt message. [Issue#25, p.77]
  3. Everyeye.it
    Mar 3, 2023
    75
    Deliver Us Mars is a strongly story-driven adventure, which places great emphasis on the touching narrative sector, capable of making the player think continuously, and on the exploration of a planet full of mysteries: climbing the rocky walls of Mars works but it is the variety in terms of environmental puzzles to be lacking. The visual presentation is solid and, net of some imperfections and some drop in frame rate, embellishes this journey certainly suitable for lovers of the reference genre.
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