Sackboy: A Big Adventure

 PlayStation 5
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8.5

Generally favorable reviews- based on 545 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 450 out of 545
  2. Mixed: 44 out of 545
  3. Negative: 51 out of 545
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  1. deathstramding
    Nov 7, 2022
    10
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  2. AlexBraiker1
    Feb 3, 2021
    9
    Second best platformer after Astro's playroom this year ✅
  3. Jetback
    Nov 19, 2020
    10
    This one is going to be a sleeper hit, all eyes are on Spider-man and Demon Souls. Solid, fun experience. I find this game much more complete than it's LittleBigPlanet predecessors. Well thought out out and a great platformer, especially for couch co-op. Don't hesitate.
  4. Dakile
    Apr 9, 2021
    10
    Absolutely fantastic launch title for the PS5. As a long time fan of Littlebigplanet it's nice to see a departure from the main formula. The controls are responsive and less heavy compared to Littlebigplanet. We now have combat moves to freshen things up. The soundtrack is great, fits the overall mood and setting very well. The graphics are absolutely stunning and ray tracing has beenAbsolutely fantastic launch title for the PS5. As a long time fan of Littlebigplanet it's nice to see a departure from the main formula. The controls are responsive and less heavy compared to Littlebigplanet. We now have combat moves to freshen things up. The soundtrack is great, fits the overall mood and setting very well. The graphics are absolutely stunning and ray tracing has been implemented well in reflections and lighting. Yet the game still retains 60fps with ease. Great 3d platformer must have for ps owner… Expand
  5. Colfax
    Feb 1, 2021
    7
    I agree with most people when they say the game is a sleeper hit. It is a surprisingly good platformer and has a good amount of challenge to it. The final (ultimate) challenge in the game is a bit annoying. It strings together all of the previous smaller challenges into one big one, which seemed a bit uncreative. There are also no checkpoints through it, which demands near perfectionI agree with most people when they say the game is a sleeper hit. It is a surprisingly good platformer and has a good amount of challenge to it. The final (ultimate) challenge in the game is a bit annoying. It strings together all of the previous smaller challenges into one big one, which seemed a bit uncreative. There are also no checkpoints through it, which demands near perfection just to complete it, let alone gold medaling it. I will admit, though, getting gold on it does leave you satisfied.
    My biggest complaint is definitely related to online play. A friend and I played the whole campaign at it was a total nightmare. Teleporting, glitching, random deaths, etc., were constant. Both of us have 60Mb internet and play together frequently. I do suspect, however, it may be due to crossplay (I was on PS5, they were on PS4). My other complaint has to do with the currency that you buy outfits and emotes with. After completing the game 100% (gold completion on every level, challenge and trial) and even going through most levels an extra time with my friend as host, I was far short of being able to purchase every one of these items. This leads to roughly 8+ hours of tedious farming, as there is no good way to build this currency after the game.
    In short... The game is generally fantastic and is truly fun to play, especially in single player. The issues the game has could easily be fixed with patches and if fixed, I could easily give the game an 8.5 or 9.

    (**SIDE NOTE... The game does not properly save the non host's high score, making you have to get the high score again**)

    PROS:
    -Lots of Little Big Planet charm
    -A general good balance of challenge
    -Licensed music themed levels are well engineered (audibly, visually and creatively)
    -Runs smooth and looks fantastic

    CONS:
    -Glitchy co-op play
    -Tedious currency accumulation at the end
    -High score does not transfer correctly when not hosting co-op
    -Disappointing final challenge    … Expand
  6. geweth
    Nov 18, 2022
    0
    add the ability to change PSN region!!! add the ability to change PSN region!!! add the ability to change PSN region!!! add the ability to change PSN region!!! add the ability to change PSN region!!! add the ability to change PSN region!!! add the ability to change PSN region!!! add the ability to change PSN region!!! add the ability to change PSN region!!! add the ability to change PSNadd the ability to change PSN region!!! add the ability to change PSN region!!! add the ability to change PSN region!!! add the ability to change PSN region!!! add the ability to change PSN region!!! add the ability to change PSN region!!! add the ability to change PSN region!!! add the ability to change PSN region!!! add the ability to change PSN region!!! add the ability to change PSN region!!! add the ability to change PSN region!!! add the ability to change PSN region!!!… Expand
  7. AlexandraCapo
    Dec 1, 2020
    10
    What a wonderful game, love the design, it's so much fun. Also very fun online!
  8. ChaoticSerenity
    Sep 5, 2022
    9
    This game is an absolute blast and I know a ton of kids who have had a bunch of fun playing with parents and siblings. Great for the Fam Bam.
  9. Liav
    Nov 30, 2020
    10
    Incredible adventure !!!!
    Loved every moment of it
    A must play for any platform lover
  10. playgamer2014
    Feb 5, 2021
    10
    Uns dos melhores jogos pro PS4 e ps5, qualidade Playstation e outro nível, #SonyWins sempre, a concorrência verde só tem porcariaaa
  11. junaidmanji
    Apr 8, 2023
    10
    Started playing just to try out and it was so good that I couldn't let go of the controller! It's a must play game!
  12. Chicane
    May 10, 2023
    10
    i'm not a fan of platformers, especially childish ones haha.. but this game is quality! awesome!
  13. RedkingSnaider
    Nov 20, 2020
    10
    Sackboy a big adventure es un juego increíble bello artísticamente y con una gran banda Sonora cumple con toda expectativa si tiene la oportunidad jueguenlo desborda de colores, alegría y diversión
  14. SolidCroft
    Jul 26, 2021
    10
    Absolutely lovingly made game, great voice acting and graphics. Loved every second!
  15. ehtaco
    Apr 13, 2023
    8
    Really high-quality platformer. It's honestly pretty fantastic and has a ton of charm. It makes me desperately want another Little Big Planet, more than I already did, but this is a fine alternative.
  16. Bryce052
    Nov 15, 2020
    9
    Overall, a great game and addition to the Little Big Planet series. The story is about 10-12 hours of gameplay, with countless more hours to spend for completionists. Multiplayer is included, but wish they would have integrated the community more with level creation similar to the previous games. Would definitely recommend to those who have played the previous LBP titles or have anOverall, a great game and addition to the Little Big Planet series. The story is about 10-12 hours of gameplay, with countless more hours to spend for completionists. Multiplayer is included, but wish they would have integrated the community more with level creation similar to the previous games. Would definitely recommend to those who have played the previous LBP titles or have an interest in platforming games.… Expand
  17. Pascal1602
    Apr 3, 2021
    8
    Super fun game. Played it entirely in co-op with a friend and the level designs are awesome. The highlights were the music levels. For competetive players there are time trials which added much value to the game for me since the regular levels are quite easy. Can really recommend this game to anyone who enjoys platformers or who is looking for (couch) co-op games.
  18. ho3ean
    Sep 7, 2023
    5
    I played it's previous games
    They were fun but none of em were as complete as this one is
    Its so damn cool to see this stuff in these gen but it is so simple for adults, the puzzle are easy to solve and the gameplay will bore you after 3 hrz
  19. propulsion
    Sep 16, 2021
    9
    A big departure from the previous 3 little big planet games, for instance no level builder, but a fun platformer. Had a great time playing coop (up to 4 players) and the music levels were really cool, with some unexpected music. Check them out on you tube if your on the fence. Knitted knight trials was also pretty cool and unexpected. Overall significantly better than I thought it would be!
  20. Alexius92
    Apr 26, 2021
    10
    An outstanding sequel to little big planet. I think since the first game sequels have come a bit short but this is well worth the full price and is truly a next generation experience with new innovation and outstanding graphics.

    + excellent innovation and gameplay + excellent characters + good native language support for nordics (and many others) + challenging but also player    An outstanding sequel to little big planet. I think since the first game sequels have come a bit short but this is well worth the full price and is truly a next generation experience with new innovation and outstanding graphics.

    + excellent innovation and gameplay
    + excellent characters
    + good native language support for nordics (and many others)
    + challenging but also player friendly
    + rewarding
    + Outstanding graphics
    + lots of outfits
    + Excellent soundtrack (hands down the best music, iconic beats)
    + Excellent level design
    + Some extra levels that require teamwork
    + excellent utilization of the new PS5 controller features

    Love to play this together with my daughter it's easy and fun to jump in from time to time. Especially if you own two or more PS5 controllers which are required to play co-op. Bought another just for this game and it was well worth it.    … Expand
  21. RodrigoGamer344
    Nov 14, 2020
    10
    Amazing and fun game. You need to buy this if you want an awesome co-op game. The graphics are also very pretty and the soundtrack is amazing. Another awesome game from Sumo Digital and XDev.
  22. sure_Yaa
    Nov 14, 2020
    10
    I was wrong, we’re on the third world now and the new developers of this franchise has changed my mind. Praise the new lords Sumo Digital, they may have made the best Littlebigplanet game yet! It’s great to see these kind of fun, family friendly, and charming games on PlayStation instead of Nintendo.
  23. Youngish2k51
    Dec 21, 2020
    8
    Instead of being a little big planet 4, sackboy decides to go 3d the way Mario 3d World was instead of it's usual 2d left and right platformer, and I got to say, it's better than I thought. I love the little big planet series and I was excited for a 4th one, when this was shown I was quite disappointed but when I have the game a try, I actually enjoyed it quite a bit, there's not reallyInstead of being a little big planet 4, sackboy decides to go 3d the way Mario 3d World was instead of it's usual 2d left and right platformer, and I got to say, it's better than I thought. I love the little big planet series and I was excited for a 4th one, when this was shown I was quite disappointed but when I have the game a try, I actually enjoyed it quite a bit, there's not really any complex mechanics to the game and it's a really simple story but it passes my main criteria, the game is fun, if you own a ps5 then you should try out this game.… Expand
  24. JasonSt
    Nov 15, 2020
    9
    Let me start with... This is a great game that seems to be already under rated by critics. I loved the original LittleBigPlanet games, they were full of originality and fresh ideas. But unfortunately the actual game levels of the original games felt pieced together and more like a string of levels pasted together than complete games. The focus was more on creating levels in those titles.Let me start with... This is a great game that seems to be already under rated by critics. I loved the original LittleBigPlanet games, they were full of originality and fresh ideas. But unfortunately the actual game levels of the original games felt pieced together and more like a string of levels pasted together than complete games. The focus was more on creating levels in those titles. Not to mention the controls were really stubborn and extremely floaty for fans of the platforming genre. Sackboy is a solid game with the vibe of the originals but in 3D this time around. The controls are way better and the game feels solid. Sony has a great platformer to sit even next to the likes of Nintendo titles dare I say. Well done Sumo digital. :)… Expand
  25. Rzayev
    Nov 16, 2020
    10
    0 verenler errrrrrrrrrrrrkek değildir net.Sackboy is a ERRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRKEK oyunu aksini iddia eden gitsin balon vondırlend oynasın sackboy çok güzel oyun burdan bedirhanla berke selamlar
  26. tensioly
    Jun 6, 2023
    8
    Sackboy: A Big Adventure es un juego de plataformas muy entretenido. Con un diseño de niveles bueno y variado, este juego te permite disfrutar de una de las experiencias más divertidas en PS5 por el momento. Tanto su apartado artístico como el técnico son excelentes y la música es bastante buena (hay niveles musicales en el que avanzas al ritmo de la música, de mis niveles favoritos). LaSackboy: A Big Adventure es un juego de plataformas muy entretenido. Con un diseño de niveles bueno y variado, este juego te permite disfrutar de una de las experiencias más divertidas en PS5 por el momento. Tanto su apartado artístico como el técnico son excelentes y la música es bastante buena (hay niveles musicales en el que avanzas al ritmo de la música, de mis niveles favoritos). La historia es muy simple y típica, pero no es importante en este tipo de juegos. Como puntos negativos están las físicas, para mi gusto un poco toscas (sobre todo si vienes de jugar a cualquier juego de Mario) pero aun así son aceptables; y la jugabilidad bastante menos notable del modo un jugador (en multijugador es mucho más divertido y dinámico, además de que hay niveles exclusivos en cooperativo). Juego bastante recomendable sobre todo si lo podéis jugar con algún amigo o familiar. 8,3/10
    (12/2021)    … Expand
  27. ToxicGam3r02_
    Nov 21, 2020
    10
    Really great and super fun platformer on the PS5. Graphics are near realistic, and Sackboy looks better than ever! This game will only get better when online multiplayer comes out!
  28. adamg4988
    Nov 22, 2020
    10
    A wonderfully made joyous game for the whole family - couch co-op for the ps5 is also a treat to play - can't recommend this game highly enough
  29. drerwx85
    Nov 26, 2020
    9
    To start I would like to say this is a game I definitely see myself replaying years down the line. The missions had a great balance of fun and difficulty to them after the first few. The customization of mixing and matching different costumes was great and fun to play around with. Vex was a great villain but the story left a lot to be desired for me. I haven't played any of the LBP gamesTo start I would like to say this is a game I definitely see myself replaying years down the line. The missions had a great balance of fun and difficulty to them after the first few. The customization of mixing and matching different costumes was great and fun to play around with. Vex was a great villain but the story left a lot to be desired for me. I haven't played any of the LBP games and that may be why i don't understand the story and why vex is doing what he is doing and why he even showed up. That's the only grip i have with this game please go pick it up.… Expand
  30. MammothLab
    Dec 1, 2020
    8
    Sackboy is a really fun, and great looking platformer. The soundtrack is also amazing (especially when it’s woven into the level design). It’s good wholesome gaming, that I really enjoyed. I think the problems arise when you actually start to challenge yourself and attempt to complete the levels without dying, whilst simultaneously collecting all of the orbs and prizes. Here, the levelsSackboy is a really fun, and great looking platformer. The soundtrack is also amazing (especially when it’s woven into the level design). It’s good wholesome gaming, that I really enjoyed. I think the problems arise when you actually start to challenge yourself and attempt to complete the levels without dying, whilst simultaneously collecting all of the orbs and prizes. Here, the levels can become really frustrating. That frustration lies with the way the movement is designed in the game - it’s not very precise at all, with sackboy rarely landing where you want him to land.
    I also found that sackboy would sometimes struggle clinging onto objects and would often bounce off of them, falling to his unfortunate death.
    With all that said, and besides it being a controller breaker at times, I had a lot of fun with sackboy and think it’s a great addition to the next gen line-up. Would highly recommend for when you want a break from other bleak games and are looking for some happy vibes.    … Expand
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#12 Best PlayStation 5 Game of 2020
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#7 Most Discussed PlayStation 5 Game of 2020

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Metascore
79

Generally favorable reviews - based on 79 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 63 out of 79
  2. Mixed: 16 out of 79
  3. Negative: 0 out of 79
  1. CD-Action
    Jun 9, 2021
    90
    Sackboy is not groundbreaking in any way, but it doesn’t need to be. It’s a wonderful platformer that looks great, sounds excellent, and offers superb co-op. It is pure, varied fun and deserves much more recognition than it received overshadowed by Spider-Man: Miles Morales and some other big releases. [01/2021, p.38]
  2. BaziCenter
    Feb 23, 2021
    80
    Sackboy A Big Adventure goes out if its way to be a Nintendo-like platformer, and almost gets it right if not for a few small but costly mistakes. It's still a very good game, but could have even been better if the developers focused more on their own ideas.
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  3. GameGrin
    Feb 1, 2021
    90
    A brilliantly accessible and clever platformer with a top-notch soundtrack. This is a must-have title for any PlayStation owner who likes platformers.
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