Hood: Outlaws & Legends

 PlayStation 5
Metascore
63

Mixed or average reviews - based on 26 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 2 out of 26
  2. Mixed: 23 out of 26
  3. Negative: 1 out of 26
  1. PlayStation LifeStyle
    May 17, 2021
    75
    Presenting the lore of Robin Hood in a whole new way, there’s a really fun and unique game in Hood: Outlaws and Legends. While it has a number of balancing issues that can impact matchmaking in various ways, it’s all wonderful when it works. Hood is a game that frustrated me on numerous occasions, but was also one of the most thrilling and distinctive multiplayer stealth experiences since Assassin’s Creed’s multiplayer modes. With some long term love and care, Hood has a ton of potential to really stand out. Hopefully that means the growth of the community with it in order to establish the kind of healthy player base that a multiplayer title needs.
  2. God is a Geek
    May 11, 2021
    75
    Hood: Outlaws & Legends is a pretty good craic with a group you know, or people who know what they’re doing, but a bunch of amateurs without a mic between them may struggle.
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  1. Eurogamer
    May 13, 2021
    Sumo Newcastle's debut is an engrossing but substanceless heist game - and an interestingly grim take on Robin Hood.

Awards & Rankings

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#68 Most Discussed PlayStation 5 Game of 2021

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User Score
6.2

Mixed or average reviews- based on 47 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 25 out of 47
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 47
  3. Negative: 16 out of 47
  1. NullReason
    May 11, 2021
    9
    Haven't had this much fun in a multiplayer in a long time. It's really solid, but can take a little time to unpack the tactical/strategicHaven't had this much fun in a multiplayer in a long time. It's really solid, but can take a little time to unpack the tactical/strategic depth -- stick it around, it's worth the investment. A lot of the bad reviews were expecting a run/gun game, not a stealth team-based heist with consequences for losing map control, failing to time the final push, and punishing failure to use stealth. In fairness there are a few rough patches, like match making, but the game play itself is tight. Full endorsement -- ignore the bad press, don't sleep on this title.… Full Review »
  2. umwlvrines
    May 11, 2021
    9
    Totally addictive game, once you understand the different characters and their abilities. No server issues which is amazing, after repeatedTotally addictive game, once you understand the different characters and their abilities. No server issues which is amazing, after repeated disasters cough Cyberpunk, Anthem etc. If you have a good team jump in and enjoy the mayhem. Cross play is available for all platforms as well. Graphics are excellent on PS5, and if you are looking for something new and different, do not hesitate to join in the fight.

    All that being said.... Matchmaking needs to be improved and would be nice to see overall character statistics for your game play added in the dlc... like you would see in COD or other games. Only other slight bone to pick, is an ability to keep team together if you stumble across a good random group.    … Full Review »
  3. Digitalgritz
    May 10, 2021
    9
    This is the first game I’ve left a review for. The foundation is fantastic. There’s a lot of people who complain about balancing or stealthThis is the first game I’ve left a review for. The foundation is fantastic. There’s a lot of people who complain about balancing or stealth not mattering. The truth is, if you play the game as intended and use stealth, you’ll absolutely steamroll teams that don’t. Stealth is absolutely crucial when playing at a higher level. Balancing is better than people think, and the skill cap is satisfying. My only gripe is some overlap between Marianne and Robin for ranged, but it’s a crucial feature of Marianne’s kit that counters Jon, so it’s not a big deal. Essentially, you’ve gotta get good about playing strategically. Content is a little light currently, but the bones of the game are strong. If the community stays steady and engaged, I believe this has the capability to become a genre defining classic. Definitely worth $30, and extremely fun. Can’t wait for the new character and game mode rollouts!… Full Review »
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