Relayer

 PlayStation 5
Metascore
77

Generally favorable reviews - based on 8 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 5 out of 8
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 8
  3. Negative: 0 out of 8
  1. Video Chums
    Apr 7, 2022
    74
    If you're looking for a hardcore SRPG then you'll likely be disappointed by Relayer but it's still a satisfying spacefaring adventure that features enjoyable cinematic combat, incredible audio, and a memorable cast of characters.
  2. Worth Playing
    Mar 24, 2022
    70
    Do you want a completely average, by-the-numbers strategy RPG that revolves around giant robots? Relayer will probably scratch that itch. If you're looking for anything more than that, it falls flat. Nothing the game offers excels beyond "average," and there are enough nagging flaws and problems that you have to put some effort into getting to the good bits. There's the makings of a better sequel here, but for now, Relayer barely makes the grade.
  3. RPG Site
    Mar 22, 2022
    70
    Relayer has the building blocks of a promising new IP with a compelling ensemble of characters and an intriguing world to build off of. There are too many key flaws with its English localization, its design decisions, and its UI that holds it back from being truly great, but all of those can easily be improved upon in a sequel. I hope Relayer does well enough to encourage the development team to make more because I am so interested in where they take it next, especially with the way the main story ended.

Awards & Rankings

53
#53 Best PlayStation 5 Game of 2022

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User Score
6.4

Mixed or average reviews- based on 7 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 5 out of 7
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 7
  3. Negative: 2 out of 7
  1. Joellopez1244
    Jun 11, 2022
    10
    The game is amazing. The story is complex and long. It truly captures your attention right away. The game was very addicting to play and IThe game is amazing. The story is complex and long. It truly captures your attention right away. The game was very addicting to play and I definitely felt sad after passing it. It is definitely a 10.… Full Review »
  2. Sherrdreamz
    Jun 6, 2022
    8
    Picked up Relayer on a whim as an SRPG nerd and was pleasantly surprised by how much it's characters and story intrigued me. The combat systemPicked up Relayer on a whim as an SRPG nerd and was pleasantly surprised by how much it's characters and story intrigued me. The combat system takes a long time to actually get interesting or challenging, and the English VA is rough. But overall I found the customization of the mechs and interesting characters well worth the time invested. If you are looking for a sci-fi take on the strategy RPG genre I can definitely recommend Relayer. The combat mechanics are relatively simplistic and it has a very "Anime" cast, but beyond that its charm outweighs its shortcomings in my opinion.… Full Review »
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