Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy

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8.7

Generally favorable reviews- based on 1685 Ratings

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  1. elfermoncada
    Nov 27, 2021
    9
    Guardians of the Galaxy is the Mass Effect Andromeda we wanted. The space setting, the interaction with the characters (crew), the style of combat and the gaming experience in general is a better version of a Mass Effect game we wanted; add the awesome music and the absurd jokes of the characters and you got your self a blast of an experience.
  2. Fedelan
    Nov 22, 2021
    10
    Un gran juego, con diálogos excelentes.
    Es muy divertido y el gameplay es satisfactorio.
  3. TivooGames
    Nov 14, 2021
    8
    Marvel’s Guadians of the Galaxy è la vera sorpresa di fine 2021, da annoverare tra i migliori tie-in in circolazione, con una sceneggiatura che trasuda tantissimo amore e rispetto non solo per i Guardiani, ma per l’intero universo cosmico della Marvel. Un progetto insperato e che prova a ravvivare l’interesse nelle produzioni su licenza di Square Enix dopo il mezzo passo falso di Marvel’sMarvel’s Guadians of the Galaxy è la vera sorpresa di fine 2021, da annoverare tra i migliori tie-in in circolazione, con una sceneggiatura che trasuda tantissimo amore e rispetto non solo per i Guardiani, ma per l’intero universo cosmico della Marvel. Un progetto insperato e che prova a ravvivare l’interesse nelle produzioni su licenza di Square Enix dopo il mezzo passo falso di Marvel’s Avengers, tuttavia non possiamo parlare di eccellenza a causa di un gameplay action poco profondo, ripetitivo e scandito male in termini di progressione.… Expand
  4. MrSemitastic
    Nov 14, 2021
    8
    A very good original story. Got the characters dynamic and individuality absolutely perfectly. Definitely not another Avengers
  5. tristezza_R
    Nov 15, 2021
    10
    The most beautiful game. I haven’t experienced such emotions for a long time. Many interesting mechanics, beautiful graphics, well optimized. The story is addictive.
    It's a shame that the game has such poor marketing and I think the game about the Avengers influenced the low sales of the game. That game was terrible, but it really is a huge game in terms of the level of work done. My    The most beautiful game. I haven’t experienced such emotions for a long time. Many interesting mechanics, beautiful graphics, well optimized. The story is addictive.
    It's a shame that the game has such poor marketing and I think the game about the Avengers influenced the low sales of the game. That game was terrible, but it really is a huge game in terms of the level of work done. My applause Eidos. You could! I look forward to the continuation and, I hope, it will not take long.    … Expand
  6. Alex5679
    Nov 15, 2021
    10
    just fantastic the game! If you value dialogues and a cool story, the game is highly recommended.
  7. asiffrazif
    Nov 17, 2021
    10
    Surprise of the year. Compelling story, performance and a well balanced between exploration and combat. Definitely a must have for marvel and superhero fans.
  8. J1mT
    Jun 6, 2023
    9
    Great game! Really fun to play, good story and really fun characters and dialogues. Sometimes its fun to just take a short break from gaming and just listen to them fight/ discuss some random stuff. There are some bugs present, but nevertheless an awsome game!
  9. clase
    Jan 23, 2023
    8
    This is the only good game of 2021. Against the backdrop of the failure of other games, this is almost a masterpiece. The story in the game is the most ordinary, but this does not mean that it is bad. The story in this game is like a good movie that you want to watch again over time. The gameplay in this game is also not the most outstanding, but that does not mean that it is bad. UnlikeThis is the only good game of 2021. Against the backdrop of the failure of other games, this is almost a masterpiece. The story in the game is the most ordinary, but this does not mean that it is bad. The story in this game is like a good movie that you want to watch again over time. The gameplay in this game is also not the most outstanding, but that does not mean that it is bad. Unlike other games here, after improving the main character or assistant, you feel that you have become stronger.… Expand
  10. ZaloudekSimon
    Nov 17, 2021
    10
    The game is astonishing from the beginning to the end. They really nailed storytelling and dialogues, you are constantly entertained and never bored.. Action is great and graphics breathtaking. One of the better Marvel games and one of the best Story based linear games i played in my life.
  11. AaronofCali
    Nov 18, 2021
    10
    I have played many games in my life. But this game is a flarking masterpiece. Period. This is the most stunning looking game ever made in my opinion. The character animations, lip sync, and expressions were close to perfect
  12. Mafayou
    Nov 20, 2021
    9
    Great graphics, writing, and gameplay. Definitely surpasses expectations after E3
  13. MikeyEm
    Nov 21, 2021
    10
    The best game I’ve played in the long time. Great story, dialogues and I just simply had fun.
  14. OlegIvanitsky
    Nov 21, 2021
    10
    Замечательная игра. Сюжет,персонажи,юмор,музыка все на высшем уровне. Графика на PS5 очень детальная и яркая.Моя игра года 2021. Всем рекомендую!!!
  15. Vewmy
    Nov 22, 2021
    9
    Easily one of the best super hero games and a great game in general. Really the only issue I had was occasionally enemies would go out of bounds stopping progress but the game had good enough checkpoint that it didn't matter
  16. ygponce
    Nov 24, 2021
    10
    Phenomenal story driven game! Gameplay is good, huddle up mechanic is interesting and can be funny hearing Take me on while killing some aliens.
  17. vinechka
    Nov 24, 2021
    10
    I feel like in childhood with this game, when you are sitting at work and want to quickly return to continue your galactic adventures
  18. Dobutsu
    Nov 27, 2021
    10
    Game of the year, totally! Like three non stop movies in one amazing single game.
  19. ARTM3R
    Nov 28, 2021
    9
    Это просто чума, музон драки, сюжет, повороты... казалось бы всё, но нет! Долгое время я не играл в такие игры, хотя это наверное лучшая в своём роде.
  20. KennyOmega10
    Nov 28, 2021
    8
    I had a such an amazing time with this game. The story in this game was incredible! It contained so many addicting elements that it made me continue to play for hours! The gameplay wasn’t the best, and the visuals wasn’t the greatest, but In my opinion, the story is the greatest piece of this game.
  21. Sych3
    Nov 29, 2021
    10
    Been years since I laughed and felt so close to characters in a game! I absolutely love this, the delivery, the banter, the mentions and references. I'm not a big fan of comic book movies, but the game absolutely earned my heart. ITS METAL!
  22. Sely
    Nov 29, 2021
    7
    Overall, I really enjoyed the game...I finished it after all. But there were some key moments that frustrated the crap out of me and took away from a fantastic start. Specifically, glitches that locked me out of getting key collectables and constant missing subtitles, a sandwiched plot, controls that made it difficult to access some key fighting abilities, and the feeling that it wasOverall, I really enjoyed the game...I finished it after all. But there were some key moments that frustrated the crap out of me and took away from a fantastic start. Specifically, glitches that locked me out of getting key collectables and constant missing subtitles, a sandwiched plot, controls that made it difficult to access some key fighting abilities, and the feeling that it was frontloaded made me feel like the game had room to be more.

    Hopefully we see a GotG2 with some updates and more of that chaos energy. If you're looking for a story, this is your game. Just be ready for some glitches or slow points that you need to trudge through to get there.    … Expand
  23. Archers
    Nov 30, 2021
    10
    So this is the first time I’ve written a review on here but I thought it was needed. Many games now a days I feel people expect to much, and I give them all a chance. I have to say I’ve boughten every new game on the PS5 & Xbox series X and I have not been impressed with any of them until now. Guardians of the Galaxy’s story line is great, the gameplay is fun and it’s the first game inSo this is the first time I’ve written a review on here but I thought it was needed. Many games now a days I feel people expect to much, and I give them all a chance. I have to say I’ve boughten every new game on the PS5 & Xbox series X and I have not been impressed with any of them until now. Guardians of the Galaxy’s story line is great, the gameplay is fun and it’s the first game in while that I couldn’t wait to get home from work and play. I recommend this game to anyone, and give square Enix a big high five for the work they’ve created. We needed this for the next gen consoles .… Expand
  24. Voodookind
    Dec 1, 2021
    9
    Fantastic! One big Guardians movie, I love it. Characters are so well done. Love the easter eggs regarding the comics, and how they handled this universe. Very replayable for me, since Mantis mentions different timelines I can convince myself to omay this good story again. Choose different outcomes (that don't impact the atory too much, but still) and outfits, and go at it again!

    Gameplay    Fantastic! One big Guardians movie, I love it. Characters are so well done. Love the easter eggs regarding the comics, and how they handled this universe. Very replayable for me, since Mantis mentions different timelines I can convince myself to omay this good story again. Choose different outcomes (that don't impact the atory too much, but still) and outfits, and go at it again!

    Gameplay wise some people may not be into it too much. But for me, walking around, looking at the scenery and listening to the Guardians, I was satisfied. Combat can be very chaotic, however I played it on very easy, since I was there for the story and experience.
    Great thing about difficulty is that you have so many parametets to set. You can make it (combat) as difficult or easy as you want it to be.

    All in all, for all Guardians (and Marvel) fans out there, this is a fantastic storytelling game, a must have for the fan. Great!

    Since I became familiar with the Guardians, I am loving them. It also pleases me that they haven't got a bad game yet, would also recommend 'playing' the Telltale series. I really, really hope that there is a sequel to this game!    … Expand
  25. Hayzer18
    Dec 1, 2021
    10
    Binge played it, the combat is a little repetitive but the lore and just amount of Easter eggs, story, fun, and honestly just amazing content in this game makes it a must play for Marvel fans
  26. arish13
    Dec 7, 2021
    10
    Went into this with such low expectations Based on how Avengers was, and only bought it on sale because I didn’t have anything else. Wow I was surprised. Action was awesome, story was great and even way better than the movies imho, acting was great, even small choices had funny or surprising consciousnesses. Basically everything I wanted from a great action adventure game.
  27. RVFX1499
    Dec 6, 2021
    8
    For people who hasn't got the game:
    If you want a game to get your money's worth it's this game, on average it will take you about 24 hours ideally to finish it. What I mean by "ideally" means that there is replay value if you miss a skin or want to explore a different choice taken. Your choices matter but I highly recommend to stick by your choice because some choices unlock different    For people who hasn't got the game:
    If you want a game to get your money's worth it's this game, on average it will take you about 24 hours ideally to finish it. What I mean by "ideally" means that there is replay value if you miss a skin or want to explore a different choice taken. Your choices matter but I highly recommend to stick by your choice because some choices unlock different trophies than others. Combat is nicely paced but you have to remember it's a companion RPG so you have to use the Guardians a lot to do significant damage. WARNING: Star-Lord is purposely weaker but in the next paragraph I will say how you will make him powerful so keep reading. NO MICROTRANSACTIONS need I say more? Humor some hits and some don't and the soundtrack is nice and expansive. There is minor issues that removes the immersion but the highlight word is "minor", so you will still have a good time.

    Things to know or missed:
    Throughout the game you will be given chances to pick up components that will allow you to unlock perks in workbenches where you ask Rocket to craft them, a thing to know is: It's okay if you miss a component there are many chances to get the components you need and you will have enough for the end of the game. If you are a streamer or youtuber there is a licensure music feature that will use different music in case if you are scared to be claimed or flag. YOU CAN MAKE STAR-LORD VERY STRONG and here's why: while lock on to enemies on your reticle that shows you the bars of your ELEMENTAL guns and that reticle would be mostly gray but depending on your distance it will switch to red meaning at that distance you will do a lot of damage and most of the time it's at a closer range making you vulnerable to be hit but you can dodge or have a Guardian to stun/root them. Another tip for Star-Lord while locking on again, next to the enemies health bar you will be given a symbol, that symbol either represents the 4 elements that you will get throughout the game or it can be regular blast or charged blast. Those symbols represents the enemy's weakness making the white bar to grow allowing a unique execution animation to be activated to do damage or to finish the enemy.

    Rev:
    This game came from the foundation of Final Fantasy 15 using your companions on the fly during combat but added to it using the unique talents of each companion to traverse the various worlds. The only thing that made the game barely a 8 out of 10 is because there is a lack of polish with audio, frame rates, and loose world structures where you would get stuck.

    Cons:
    I don't like the fact that the pacing of audio will overlap at times and most times cut off abruptly because you go to a new section of the level, the game has so much dialogue to learn more of the Guardians that the game can't pace it well. Unfortunately I had to stand still to let all the dialogue to finish then proceed because having the audio to cut off really removes me from the immersion. Frame rates was rare but when it happens, it happens hard and can be terrifying thinking you might crash. Most likely it will crash because it did to me like twice or sometimes the cut scenes freeze a bit then continues. The loose structures will sometimes blend Star-Lord to a structure (mostly metallic structures) making him stuck which leads to you to reload to the last checkpoint.

    Pros:
    The good parts of the game was the voice acting and the overall characters of the Guardians. A few of which I prefer have them in the movies than the ones we have in my opinion. Each character has their own backstory that you will learn overtime just by talking to them via artifacts or them standing alone pondering, resulting you as the leader to check on them and sympathize with them. The telltale aspect of the game is pretty interesting but the game is still linear which is quite compelling. You would make a choice at an earlier chapter and you will see the result later the game. Combat is like Final Fantasy 15 like I said earlier, but I like how they make Star-Lord a bit weaker than the others having you combine various abilities to take out the enemy. Fan service is huge if you explore deeply or even have the chance to experience it, or simply if you caught it. The worlds you explore, each world has it's own theme like the 2nd world is stormy therefore rich with plant life and Knowhere is this dark cyberpunk esthetic. The colors are so great from either in space or in the worlds you explore. Another pro is NO MICROTRANSACTION skins are unlock by finding them and a big soundtrack from streamers/ content creators and for the community.

    How to make this game 10 out of 10 (in my opinion):
    Do more polishing and make the pacing of the audio better either remove it , have more opportunities to talk to them, or expand the map so all the dialogue fits in it. I can see this game having multiplayer but for this to happen have each character play differently like mechanically different.    … Expand
  28. Scooterbru
    Dec 13, 2021
    9
    This game makes up for Avengers in so many ways. The combat is fun and makes sense in the context of the Guardians, it can be a little bit wonky here and there but gets the job done. The story is where this games shines the most id go as far as to say its better then the movie's in certain ways. Any Marvel fan will love this game, and hopefully they will get the go ahead to make anotherThis game makes up for Avengers in so many ways. The combat is fun and makes sense in the context of the Guardians, it can be a little bit wonky here and there but gets the job done. The story is where this games shines the most id go as far as to say its better then the movie's in certain ways. Any Marvel fan will love this game, and hopefully they will get the go ahead to make another one. Fingers crossed … Expand
  29. Frankopitt
    Dec 11, 2021
    10
    As a fan of the guardians I love this game. If I wasn't a fan I maybe would've give it a 9. The banter between all the characters is awesome
  30. TartineMyAxe
    Dec 11, 2021
    8
    Amazing story, Ambiance, colors. First time I saw the gameplay footage on youtube, I was like ''Meh it look terrible and not fun at all'' I give it a try and I can say, i'ts a lot of fun! I'ts not like every games, total fresh air.
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Metascore
80

Generally favorable reviews - based on 98 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 79 out of 98
  2. Mixed: 19 out of 98
  3. Negative: 0 out of 98
  1. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Feb 18, 2022
    80
    Guardians of Galaxy are the real blast that Marvel fans needed after more than mediocre Avengers. The “worst” part of the game is a mere fact, that you are not able to enjoy every single comment in the background and enjoy very well written characters.
  2. Het Nieuwsblad
    Jan 6, 2022
    100
    The story is entertaining, and it features characters from the Marvel universe that haven't yet surfaced in the movies, such as Fin Fang Foom, Lady Hellbender and the Nova Corps. Add in the requisite humor and self-deprecation and an eclectic killer soundtrack, and you get one of the most enjoyable games of the year.
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  3. Edge Magazine
    Dec 2, 2021
    70
    Guardians keeps you strapped in for the ride, and while it does dip once too often, the emotional highs outweigh the patience-testing lows. [Issue#366, p.108]
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