Lost Judgment

 PlayStation 5
User Score
7.6

Generally favorable reviews- based on 261 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 198 out of 261
  2. Mixed: 19 out of 261
  3. Negative: 44 out of 261
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  1. rrkwarmonger
    Sep 25, 2021
    10
    The combat is the best in the series. Infact it's tge best 3D beat em up I've ever played The world is as lively as you'd expect from an RGG studio. Story is intriguing Side missions are great
    Everything has been improved from the previous games
  2. secret2assassin
    Sep 10, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The story is a masterpiece. First game to get me to cry in years. Its heavy real stuff, the storyline is. From the main story to the kaito files the story tells of what actually happens in society.… Expand
  3. A7madAssassin
    Jan 21, 2022
    10
    Masterpiece. Everything was better than the previous one and 2021 GOTY for me. RGG Studio never fails to deliver a great game.
  4. Lukiro
    Oct 8, 2021
    10
    HOW does this only have a score of 83. These "critics" are a joke. You can't tell me you played trough this, and give it anything below 90. This game is a masterpiece.
  5. Instyler
    Sep 26, 2021
    10
    Lost Judgment this game is God! ( add russian language pls) GOTY 100%
    Each game of the studio is better and better, and when you think that it's better not to come up with an even more amazing story (sorry for my English, this google translator)
  6. YunusEdros
    Oct 2, 2021
    10
    Loved every second of this sequel. The story is yet again very gripping and I absolutely loved the fighting.
  7. iwannagohome
    Sep 26, 2021
    10
    I have a ton of thoughts, but Metacritic's character limit isn't gonna be enough for me to express all of them, so since I'll just end up frustrated with my inability to express everything I wanna express, I'll just keep it vague. As cliché as it is to say, this game has been done an abhorrent injustice by reviewers; most reviewers seem to have chalked it up as "more of the same," when inI have a ton of thoughts, but Metacritic's character limit isn't gonna be enough for me to express all of them, so since I'll just end up frustrated with my inability to express everything I wanna express, I'll just keep it vague. As cliché as it is to say, this game has been done an abhorrent injustice by reviewers; most reviewers seem to have chalked it up as "more of the same," when in fact, just about every single aspect of the game is a radical improvement over the original. Like, the investigation stuff is is thought out a lot better, used less generously and is featured in generally better-designed and logical scenarios. Combat is hands-down the best in the series for me, with an insanely compelling skill tree to top it all off. Tedious mechanics from the original like the Keihin gang and mortal wounds are gone; mortal wounds, conversely, have turned into one of the coolest combat mechanics in all of RGG's games with the advent of the mortal reversal mechanic. Story pacing is a significant improvement as well. I still don't know if I prefer this story over Judgment's, but both are excellent in my eyes and rounded out with a phenomenal cast of characters.
    To address the elephant in the room, I wanna mention that some outlets have taken umbrage with what they believe to be a controversial depiction of sexual assault. I can understand this perspective, and I don't think anyone's wrong to be so vigilant about this, but I still believe this to be primarily an overreaction. I won't speak to this in too much detail (unlike GameInformer, who outright spoiled a significant plot point relating to this), but I think that when you consider the circumstances of this plot point, and WHY it happened, then you'll most likely understand that the game isn't trying to push a specific narrative in this regard. It's really an innocuous depiction, I think, that's only offensive if you want it to make it an offensive thing.
    Overall though, I love this game. It's a massive step-up from the original, with a stellar story, cast, gameplay and suite of side-content. It's a serious contender for my favorite RGG game.    … Expand
  8. Aurre
    Sep 29, 2021
    10
    I really love the story compared to the first one. Love the school setting. Graphics looks amazing on ps5 and it has alot of intresting side content. Definetely deserves high rating for this game. The are alot of inprovments and new content definently worth the money for what you get.
  9. Nick_Scratch
    Dec 18, 2022
    10
    Lots of improvements over Judgment. I just really dig this Japanese "Jack Reacher meets Law & Order" vibe; it's like a season of a great cop drama that you can play. The School Stories aspect can wear out its welcome, but the payoff for solving them all was incredibly satisfying. I really hope RGG keeps up with this series.
  10. sex69
    Oct 9, 2021
    10
    While this game is a mystery game, it criticizes the 21st century modern society. And it's like a well-made open world RPG, a mystery game.
  11. Lomp
    Sep 26, 2021
    10
    RGG have knocked it out of the park yet again with possibly their best game yet. Combat has improved, the world expanded and the story is amazing.
  12. otavioft
    Oct 22, 2021
    10
    The darkest story in the Yakuza franchise. Surely one of the best games of 2021. It completely surpassed the first Judgment game of 2018. if you love Yakuza and enjoyed Spin off Judgment a lot. Lost Judgment is a must for you. besides the incredible social criticism that the game makes to bullying.
  13. Nawaf99
    Sep 28, 2021
    10
    I have put 60+ hours in this game and I still loved the combat system. And the story was something different. This game and all Ryu ga gotoku's games deserve more love and support they put a huge effort on their stories " main story and the side story " and their environment I think this game deserves GOTY
  14. Sorenovaaa
    Jan 2, 2022
    10
    Probably my game of the year for 2021 since the story is engaging . Also, the side content is incredible ,but can be tedious at times such as the robot club side quest. If you are a big Yakuza fan, pick this game up !
  15. Santolass
    Jul 31, 2022
    10
    This game its just amazing! It offers an incredible storie, with loads of plot twists, the fighting mechanics are just impecable and the most important you really enjoy yourself playing this game. I sincerely recomend everyone to play this game, certainly one of the greatest I have ever played.
  16. Toshi_inu
    Jul 4, 2023
    10
    Uno de los mejores videojuegos que he jugado, espectacular historia que te atrapa y logras sentirte interpretado, en este juego no existe un lado bueno o malo todos tienen sus motivos y sus justificaciones para su actos, hasta el protagonista duda si esta haciendo lo correcto,

    100% recomendado
  17. zane_cm123
    Sep 27, 2021
    10
    Top 1 best game I’ve played , IGN doesn’t know what they doing they need to fix up and stop being bad at reviewing
    They gave LAD and this both 7 are they serious they must not of played the games.
  18. SkadooshKun
    Sep 26, 2021
    10
    This studio never ceases to amaze me! This game is truly incredible. Filled with side content that even makes you forget the Mai story with how good it is. Almost every side content or mission is filled with an amazingly fun mini game. I truly cannot recommend this game enough. This studio has never disappointed me, and I promise it won't disappoint you make sure to play this game and theThis studio never ceases to amaze me! This game is truly incredible. Filled with side content that even makes you forget the Mai story with how good it is. Almost every side content or mission is filled with an amazingly fun mini game. I truly cannot recommend this game enough. This studio has never disappointed me, and I promise it won't disappoint you make sure to play this game and the first one. They're both a delight. Thank you to the amazing people who worked on this game.… Expand
  19. kiryu6666666666
    Oct 3, 2021
    10
    yes yes yes ! this is exactly what i was waiting for this game is a masterpiece gameplay,side missions are so fcking great aswell
  20. Arshia-Izadyar
    Jul 24, 2022
    10
    +The story is great
    +A Great Drama
    Lost Judgement is a 21 hour long action narrative detective adventure .
    In short this game is flawless
  21. Sly_Soviet
    Sep 25, 2021
    10
    Personally, this game was better than the first one as the story and combat was better. I also liked the main antagonist more than the mole from judgment. I also enjoy the side content a lot more especially with the dancing and all.
  22. trashign
    Sep 26, 2021
    10
    IGN review is trash
    This game is a masterpiece
    Lost Judgment deserved a goty
  23. Gamer1994
    Sep 28, 2021
    10
    Most thought out story of the yakuza franchise and its spinoff. Great mixture of seriousness and silliness. Tons of content. Awesome soundtrack. Highly recommended
  24. Musacchio
    Sep 27, 2021
    10
    Lost Judgement is one of those games that hit close to me, I was also a target for bullying in high school and I can understand completely the characters approach and reactions to the subject. It also tries to communicate with us that even if our institution fails to protect those as it should. It's also extremely problematic when we try to rectify those problems with our own hands,Lost Judgement is one of those games that hit close to me, I was also a target for bullying in high school and I can understand completely the characters approach and reactions to the subject. It also tries to communicate with us that even if our institution fails to protect those as it should. It's also extremely problematic when we try to rectify those problems with our own hands, because our actions may drag others down who doesn't have anything to do with this if we try to enact justice with our own beliefs. Due Process even if it's imperfect, and sometimes fails to deliver justice to those who have been wronged, it's still the best option to give fairness to both the victim and the perpetrator.

    It's a very well written game, which aboard extremely sensitive topics in modern society and isn't shy about it, my respect to the developers who had the courage to go through with it even amidst this polarized society. I will cherish and remember forever this game, it resonated with me and many others apparently. I would give an 11/10 if it was possible.    … Expand
  25. KKALDDO
    Sep 29, 2021
    10
    Literally the best narrative ever(judgment 1 and lost judgment) in a videogame.
  26. amelianreasons
    Sep 29, 2021
    10
    This is an absolutely heartbreaking, gut-wrenching story. Absolutely GOTY. The antagonist in this game is not only my favorite RGG antagonists, but quite possibly one of my favorite video game antagonists *ever*. The characters are amazing, story is engaging, and combat is so good. I've poured 200+ hours into the first game, and I can happily say that LJ is an improvement over the first inThis is an absolutely heartbreaking, gut-wrenching story. Absolutely GOTY. The antagonist in this game is not only my favorite RGG antagonists, but quite possibly one of my favorite video game antagonists *ever*. The characters are amazing, story is engaging, and combat is so good. I've poured 200+ hours into the first game, and I can happily say that LJ is an improvement over the first in almost every way.… Expand
  27. reigh7mbuv
    Oct 1, 2021
    10
    The first game was already perfect. This game is beyond perfect. The story was slightly deeper than the first game and overall it's really well-made. I really enjoyed exploring the world.
  28. parmros
    Oct 2, 2021
    10
    Amazing story and very well made game overall! One of the best games I’ve played in a long time
  29. med86
    Oct 6, 2021
    10
    At first you think you figured out the hall plot, but this game is from twist to twist, the school story are fun but the robotic club is so hard, at the final scene i was on tears and when the credits rolled I found myself clapping. love the game. shame that it's passing under the radar, but for me a true game off the year contender
  30. MadMax889
    Oct 6, 2021
    10
    for people give rate 1/2 you are not very suitable for playing games with the yakuza series & judgment series model.. and why you buy game ??
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#28 Best PlayStation 5 Game of 2021
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#33 Most Discussed PlayStation 5 Game of 2021

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Metascore
82

Generally favorable reviews - based on 80 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 68 out of 80
  2. Mixed: 12 out of 80
  3. Negative: 0 out of 80
  1. Cubed3
    Jan 19, 2023
    80
    The slightly mixed quality is only a slight blight on Lost Judgment's otherwise stellar quality. It oozes style and has content that will keep players playing for potentially hundreds of hours. The story is a masterpiece of twists and turns, highlighting many issues within society. If the original game is the marker, this meets it with pride. An excellent crime thriller action game with lots of comedy and referential moments that make this one to remember.
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  2. SECTOR.sk
    Jan 24, 2022
    85
    Lost Judgment is a great addition to the Yakuza franchise. It's a Japanese action thriller with awesome narrative, interesting themes and wonderful locations. The game offers entertaining fighting and detective mechanics that are characteristic for the Sega series.
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  3. IGN Adria
    Jan 20, 2022
    90
    Lost Judgment represents the unexpected return of detective/brawler Yagami and company in an even more exciting adventure that brings everything we loved in the previous instalments, and much more. Peak old-school Yakuza-like experience for those who love the more active approach to this genre.
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