Ready or Not

 PlayStation 5
Metascore
80

Generally favorable reviews - based on 27 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 23 out of 27
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 27
  3. Negative: 0 out of 27
  1. GameBlast
    Jul 30, 2025
    70
    Ready or Not has arrived on consoles with a streamlined package that preserves much of its original essence. Even though some details have been altered, the core challenge of entering a building full of armed men, surviving gunfire, and rescuing hostages remains just as rewarding as before. Despite some launch issues — such as lost save files and the already mentioned censorship accusations — the game remains one of the most visceral simulation experiences available on consoles, making it a great choice for fans of the genre.
  2. PlayStation Country
    Jul 25, 2025
    70
    Ready or Not isn’t a Fugees tie-in, it’s a SWAT-em-up in a similar vein to Rainbox Six Vegas. Just with rougher edges and glitches a plenty. It purports to put your squad members mental wellbeing front and centre but it only really relates to whether they’re able to join you on your next mission. It’s alright though and we’ll keep dipping in and out for a while.
  3. Eurogamer Germany
    Aug 4, 2025
    60
    Gripping, no-frills action with annoying rough edges - but so spot-on in terms of content that the big shooters should take a leaf out of their book.
  5. Stevivor
    Aug 4, 2025
    60
    When things are working, Ready or Not can be a lot of fun. The problem, is, Ready or Not rarely works, either as expected, as intended, or as I’d like it to. Some may enjoy its edginess, and others may find a completely different experience engaging in multiplayer. I’m frankly too concerned about toxicity from what I’ve heard in single-player to dabble in this exercise with randoms on mics.
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  1. Vice
    Jul 18, 2025
    On the merits of just being a really good game, it’s easy to recommend. But if you’re not comfortable with some of the subject matter, I’d suggest staying away from this one. [Highly Recommended]