SIFU

 PlayStation 5
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8.1

Generally favorable reviews- based on 545 Ratings

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  1. Positive: 431 out of 545
  2. Mixed: 49 out of 545
  3. Negative: 65 out of 545

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  1. Crashbdx
    Feb 21, 2022
    7
    Excellent game but sadly, the camera is really a problem too often, unforgiving game like this really need to figure this better.
  2. jaxsuperstar
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    BEST GAME EVER. Great mechanics and super difficult. One of the better PS5 titles.
  3. pizzer123
    Feb 21, 2022
    3
    The enemies have the ability to do break through block attacks and swarm you. You have the ability to waste your time memorising the exact attack patterns and were items are found. Having a training mode where you could fight different enemies would make this a 7-9. Since you can't practice you are forced to frustratingly replay the same bit again and again and again to try to memoriseThe enemies have the ability to do break through block attacks and swarm you. You have the ability to waste your time memorising the exact attack patterns and were items are found. Having a training mode where you could fight different enemies would make this a 7-9. Since you can't practice you are forced to frustratingly replay the same bit again and again and again to try to memorise what to do against relatively few enemies. buy only if they patch this in.… Expand
  4. Mister04
    Feb 20, 2022
    8
    Good game
  5. Sinful_Soul_81
    Feb 20, 2022
    0
    I don’t have much to say other than this game was horrendous beat the game in 6 hours literally no gameplay this is unacceptable for a “next gen” game
  6. jonnyhovo
    Feb 20, 2022
    8
    This game is great! The biggest issue with it in my opinion is its length. While you can definitely draw our your playtime by mastering each level before moving on to the next, you can run through the entire game in just an hour or two if you are simply trying to beat each boss. With that said, everything else about the game is great. Combat is incredibly satisfying and requires mastery inThis game is great! The biggest issue with it in my opinion is its length. While you can definitely draw our your playtime by mastering each level before moving on to the next, you can run through the entire game in just an hour or two if you are simply trying to beat each boss. With that said, everything else about the game is great. Combat is incredibly satisfying and requires mastery in order to get each achievement in the game. The art style is also incredible!… Expand
  7. Inquisidor44
    Feb 20, 2022
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Dura 5 horas Graficos muy pobres 50 eurillos cada hora
    Mejor compraros una serie x    … Expand
  8. Yuno0101
    Feb 20, 2022
    6
    Making player repeat previous fights that he already won to the point of taking no damage at all, just to have another chance at the fight you stuck on is not hard it's tedious. Good art, good music, satisfying combat system, basic story, awful tutorial and a lot of grind of the things you've already beaten numerous times. If you like games where challenge is basically wasting your timeMaking player repeat previous fights that he already won to the point of taking no damage at all, just to have another chance at the fight you stuck on is not hard it's tedious. Good art, good music, satisfying combat system, basic story, awful tutorial and a lot of grind of the things you've already beaten numerous times. If you like games where challenge is basically wasting your time for 2-5 minutes before having another try - this game is for you.… Expand
  9. Yoyojoo
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    Wow this is one of the best games I've ever played. At first it was really fustrating. I had to replay the 2nd level for 4 days before finally beating it at a good age but then I started getting really good. This game does a great job with the "wax on wax off" style. After beating the 3rd boss, everything just started getting really easy. I really felt like I was beginning to master it.Wow this is one of the best games I've ever played. At first it was really fustrating. I had to replay the 2nd level for 4 days before finally beating it at a good age but then I started getting really good. This game does a great job with the "wax on wax off" style. After beating the 3rd boss, everything just started getting really easy. I really felt like I was beginning to master it. When I got to the final boss, I struggled hard and ended up beating him age 56 but I kept trying and eventually I beat him age 21. Now I have beat each level without dying and the game feels really easy because of how much I had to keep playing and learning. I truly feel like I mastered it and it is very satisfying. With that being said, for the real players of this game who stick with it like me and really learn it and beat it, they will eventually get good. I'm at the point where I can run through levels and the challenge isn't there anymore. Theres a couple mods that make the game harder but I barely notice them now. The game will ultimately need more content to get the players who stuck with it to keep playing. It's too easy now. Don't get me wrong the length of the game is well worth the $40. It took me around 40 hours to master but now after all the dying and rage quits, it is too easy. Also the training mode needs to be better. Maybe if there was a arena mode or you could practice against certain enemy types to practice, it would help new players. All in all, I think it is GOTY for me and after dying over and eventually mastering it, the sense of accomplishment you get feels amazing and very rewarding.… Expand
  10. ZzjimbozZ
    Feb 20, 2022
    9
    One of the most fun beat-em-up games I’ve ever played !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  11. RoverDiscover
    Feb 20, 2022
    0
    Graphics are terribile, gameplay is intentionally very hard because otherwise the game can be finished in one take. Overhyped and disappointing.
  12. 21gramos
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    La sorpresa del año básicamente muy lindo el diseño de arte en esta aventura de venganza al estilo de los beat em up de los 90'
  13. ExtraSpicy
    Feb 20, 2022
    7
    Sifu is a extremely fun game. It’s the most fun in a game I’ve had in a year but my one complaint is it’s to short. You’ve probably heard that 1000 times but I finished the game in 5 hours I can’t justify paying $60 for 5 hours. I will definitely play it again later in 2022 but it’s still hard to recommend. Other then that the combat is just so smooth.
  14. cyberrowan
    Feb 20, 2022
    1
    repetitive and boring game that lasts two hours
    horrible ps3 graphics
    fair and sometimes unpleasant playable quality
    a bad product well sold if it didn't have the marketing campaign behind ps5 this game would have an average 40
    As I say, unpleasant to play, short and with graphics from another century.
  15. MrNatas
    Feb 20, 2022
    4
    The game is bland, with shoehorned mechanics that bring nothing to the table and other defaults that should absolutely not be there.

    Combos are few and far between, attacks that actually let you control your range are grind-locked and don't really offer variety. Where are the disarms, throws, why can't I launch an enemy into another, why can't I parry into a lock, why can't I grapple?    The game is bland, with shoehorned mechanics that bring nothing to the table and other defaults that should absolutely not be there.

    Combos are few and far between, attacks that actually let you control your range are grind-locked and don't really offer variety. Where are the disarms, throws, why can't I launch an enemy into another, why can't I parry into a lock, why can't I grapple? In short, why do I feel like I have less options in this game than in Street Of Rage 2?
    Also, stuff like dodges that leave you open in the last frames or having to hold a button to beat on a downed enemy (when it works) are terrible design options in the sense that they bring neither realism nor spectacle to the mix.

    The stages are pretty and feel lived in, but the enemy's lines will make you want to actually slap them across the face after the first half hour. Yes my nerves go the better of me, shut up.
    I won't talk about the story because there's none.

    Aging doesn't actually do anything more than a limited continue system would, except for locking you in a glass cannon build, whether you want it or not. The game is NOT a roguelite by any mean, there is no randomness in builds, enemies or level design.

    The camera is too often taking weird angles, obscuring your view, enemies glitches inside of walls, the auto-lock system is fussy and the game does a terrible work at explaining you how the controls work (I still don't know why sometimes my character leaps back before a heavy attack, but sometimes doesn't).

    The difficulty isn't a problem -lots of people like it. But in this case, there is nothing for me that makes me want to face that difficulty and progress further into the game. Some people will jump in because the level of mastery it takes to beat the game, and yes mastery is indeed a very valid motivation. Some people will jump in for the challenge given by the difficulty, which is also a very valid motivator. But if you're looking for a balanced and polished experience or anything that allows you to have your own playstyle, then look for something else.    … Expand
  16. daniven86
    Feb 19, 2022
    8
    I am a 36 years old guy, with two children, a very busy job and a very hard life. I was really waiting sifu because I really love all the Chinese combat style movies and characters and all the lore in between this genre. I bought it on day one and I soon faced how genuine and difficult it was, remembering me all the time passed with arcade cabins in my very young life with a stick in theI am a 36 years old guy, with two children, a very busy job and a very hard life. I was really waiting sifu because I really love all the Chinese combat style movies and characters and all the lore in between this genre. I bought it on day one and I soon faced how genuine and difficult it was, remembering me all the time passed with arcade cabins in my very young life with a stick in the left hand and a bunch of money in the other! It took me 1 week, playing 1 hour and a half per day to complete and have all trophies and only god knows how much I have enjoyed the challenge to learn step by step all moves, ability skills, even with the training mode that I ever played in a game! Music is awesome, graphic is damn stylish, bosses remembers you lot of films, combat system is deep, hard to master, but once you reach the mind status, you become Bruce lee. I am only missing something more, I would like to have more, some dlcs, or a new diff ultima or a boss rush mode, something that could give this game at least a 10 more hours of playing. This is for me the only thing missing to vote 9 ( and the camera moving around you sometimes really sucks ).

    For all those foes who tells the game is difficult, well guys I think that the only problem is that you don’t want to really play video games, or maybe you forget the arcade cabins, or maybe you forget the good times passed learning something to reach perfection. If I made this playing 1 hour per day more or less, you all working in this amazing industry’s that have lot of hours to relate about a game, the only truth is that you don’t git gud enaugh, relating a game even without complete it.    … Expand
  17. TheTav
    Feb 19, 2022
    10
    Awesome game, VERY similar to death loop, the aging mechanic is truly a brilliant way to make the player wanna repeat locations although already finished just to have more of an advance, would definitely recommend
  18. Ozzy1230
    Feb 19, 2022
    10
    Sifu is the most difficult game I've played so far. It brought that much more excitement when I beat a boss. It's very punishing yet so satisfying. No matter how many times I died I still have so much fun with it.
  19. MattiusV
    Feb 19, 2022
    9
    Un juego espectacular, con una mecánica de muerte, que al meno yo no había visto antes, el estilo de artes marciales como en las mejores pelis, con la sensación de repartir ostias como panes. Un juego que me recuerda al arcade de kung fu master, pero traído a la época actual, tiene sus cosas, y algunos errores, por momentos es un poco injusto, pero en línea general es un juegazoUn juego espectacular, con una mecánica de muerte, que al meno yo no había visto antes, el estilo de artes marciales como en las mejores pelis, con la sensación de repartir ostias como panes. Un juego que me recuerda al arcade de kung fu master, pero traído a la época actual, tiene sus cosas, y algunos errores, por momentos es un poco injusto, pero en línea general es un juegazo imprescindible, de lo mejor de esta generación.… Expand
  20. Bertrand
    Feb 19, 2022
    9
    Not for the faint of heart, not crazy hard either. You get better every time, and the Kung fu flow becomes exhilarating. Not to be played before going to bed though, as it is very exciting.
  21. Maxipada1
    Feb 19, 2022
    9
    master piece this game is. These guys did an incredible job of creating an intense immersive kung fu play ground. You feel like a pupil of this world, an apprentice of kung fu. This is your training ground, unforgiving, uncompromising, and yet zen. All these incredible AAA games coming out this month and theres SIFU sleeper hit GoY. Like darksouls and kungfu? here you go
  22. kokosnussy1
    Feb 18, 2022
    10
    Best game ever played from an indie studio and even maybe the best game ever this game is hard to understand and even harder to master but when you once got to the point that you understand every single mechanic in the game it gets easier and for all of those crybaby’s that say „this game is way to hard“ or „get a difficulty meter“ just go play another game that pleases you’re standards inBest game ever played from an indie studio and even maybe the best game ever this game is hard to understand and even harder to master but when you once got to the point that you understand every single mechanic in the game it gets easier and for all of those crybaby’s that say „this game is way to hard“ or „get a difficulty meter“ just go play another game that pleases you’re standards in a game but don’t blame it on sifu Thank you for this game sloclap… Expand
  23. TheGoodeDoctor
    Feb 18, 2022
    10
    The artwork is simple, effective, and has a style that conveys the game’s tone beautifully. The mechanics, while easy to grasp and incredibly difficult to master, are as rewarding as any I’ve ever played. When you get good at this game, it’s because you *got good*; you discovered a method to overcome the enemy, exploit the environment, or scrounge up a weapon to help you out. There’s noThe artwork is simple, effective, and has a style that conveys the game’s tone beautifully. The mechanics, while easy to grasp and incredibly difficult to master, are as rewarding as any I’ve ever played. When you get good at this game, it’s because you *got good*; you discovered a method to overcome the enemy, exploit the environment, or scrounge up a weapon to help you out. There’s no gear buffs, no pay to play, no shortcuts, and no cheats. You either get it or you don’t and, if you get it, damn does it feel good.… Expand
  24. Prezer0
    Feb 17, 2022
    10
    Managed to Platinum this on PS5, it is difficult but when you learn the mechanics and moves it’s easier, I really enjoyed this game for the challenge and definitely one of my favorite games of 2022. The developers did an amazing job and I’m looking forward to a sequel!
  25. Yujizenjiro
    Feb 17, 2022
    8
    A very fun and challenging game, the battle with the final boss can frustrate you a bit, highly recommended game if you like having to master some mechanics such as in sekiro.
  26. TruGreyLoki
    Feb 16, 2022
    8
    Pros:
    -Easy and accessible controls.
    -70's/80's xploitation-era Martial Arts film story with the fat trimmed. -Gameplay that rewards a methodical approach (Brute forcing your way only gets you so far). -Small details that won't blow you away, but gives a nice surprise (such as enemies knocking out their allies on accident cuz you dodged). -Minimalist in scope, but complex where    Pros:
    -Easy and accessible controls.
    -70's/80's xploitation-era Martial Arts film story with the fat trimmed.
    -Gameplay that rewards a methodical approach (Brute forcing your way only gets you so far).
    -Small details that won't blow you away, but gives a nice surprise (such as enemies knocking out their allies on accident cuz you dodged).
    -Minimalist in scope, but complex where needed.
    -Music and sound design is clear and fitting for each level.
    -Not a generic beat-em up or style fighter, but has an fresh method outside of get-combo-high-to-do-takedowns gameplay.
    -The Aging mechanic is a fresh take on a reason for why your character has countless tries on beating people down. (provides a challenge to keep yourself young throughout the story as so you have an easier time in the later end of the game.)
    -Not always online.
    -A TRUE single player experience.
    -Short and sweet.

    Cons:
    -Replayability so low once game is completed (unless you're a speed runner or doing personal challenges).
    -Enemy variety is limited (4 main types aside from bosses).
    -Minor to get-beat-by-the-boss-cuz-I'm-stuck-in-a-pillar-and-can't-get-out bugs.

    Final Thoughts: Pricing is an issue as it feels, in my opinion, like a quality $25 game; this however does not affect my review score. This is a solid 8/10 7 to 10 hour game.    … Expand
  27. qusai_mulla
    Feb 16, 2022
    10
    I love this game every thing in it is perfect the game play and the art style
  28. Piligrim380
    Feb 14, 2022
    8
    Всё супер. За 22 часа пошёл. Но слишком мало свободы действия, хочешь не хочешь а боссы только через увороты проходятся. А последний через парирования.
  29. VloneBrazy
    Feb 16, 2022
    10
    It’s a great game with outstanding combat that forces you to learn while failing. It is unforgiving but trusting the process will get you the most satisfying end of all. Finishing a stage at age 20.
  30. Beanbagbadboi
    Feb 16, 2022
    10
    Just an amazing game! This may not be for everyone, but everyone can appreciate the beauty of this game. It’s like my favourite kung fu movie turned into a game
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#29 Best PlayStation 5 Game of 2022
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#18 Most Discussed PlayStation 5 Game of 2022

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Metascore
81

Generally favorable reviews - based on 79 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 66 out of 79
  2. Mixed: 11 out of 79
  3. Negative: 2 out of 79
  1. Movies Games and Tech
    Mar 30, 2023
    100
    Sifu is boundlessly entertaining, immensely satisfying, and unrelentingly fresh. Even over a year after its initial release, I was still excited to jump back in, and I'm still excited to go back.
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  2. PlayStation Country
    Dec 5, 2022
    90
    It seems coming at this game late has given me a more positive perspective on Sifu. Whilst the Student difficulty wasn't available at launch, it does help wash away some of the repetition that can potentially grind a player down. Honestly, I felt the combat more than pulled its weight and controlling an encounter can feel incredibly rewarding. There's a challenge to be had but it's one that can be overcome with patient observation and persistence.
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  3. Impulsegamer
    May 31, 2022
    100
    A wonderfully difficult beat-'em-up that puts the player at the forefront of their very own martial arts epic.
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