Steelrising

 PlayStation 5
User Score
7.7

Generally favorable reviews- based on 310 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 236 out of 310
  2. Mixed: 13 out of 310
  3. Negative: 61 out of 310
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  1. Mgcarter91
    Jul 5, 2023
    9
    It is essentially a slightly less polished and easier bloodborne set in the French Revolution. I thoroughly enjoyed it and would recommend it to anyone.
  2. JrDouble
    Jun 4, 2023
    9
    I was very pleasantly surprised by this game! Great mechanics, balancing, level design, and solid graphics. Better than I expected and feels very fair and fun and not frustrating like most souls-like games. I highly recommend this one!
  3. ADIL
    Jun 3, 2023
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Action Souls is a very good game
    The experience is worth it, especially when it is good for 30 hours
    Anyone who loves Souls can love this game directly because its world is very good and beautifully polished It is worth buying :)    … Expand
  4. Whiteout
    May 2, 2023
    10
    As a seasoned Soulslike player, Steelrising surprised me.
    Ok, it's not as big and polished as Elden Ring, and the graphics might be quite outdated, but the setting had me.
    Love the design in general; Aegis, her weapons and armor sets, and enemies/bosses; they made a great job. Level design is also very interesting, because again it may not be as good as From games, but it has    As a seasoned Soulslike player, Steelrising surprised me.
    Ok, it's not as big and polished as Elden Ring, and the graphics might be quite outdated, but the setting had me.
    Love the design in general; Aegis, her weapons and armor sets, and enemies/bosses; they made a great job.
    Level design is also very interesting, because again it may not be as good as From games, but it has Metroidvania mechanics that make you go back exploring to unlock new areas and secrets.
    Some areas might look "empty", and sometimes confusing to travel at first, but in general there are a lot of shortcuts and secret passages that will help you.
    CS is always good, the stun mechanic really gives you a huge advantage against most enemies and bosses, and weapons are different and fun to play.
    NG+ is very good because it adds new enemies (mostly different element based and reskins), weapons, and even lv. 4 modules, love this, and it was helpful while doing a 2nd for the platinum.
    DLC is also good, new huge area with more new enemies (three new this time), weapons, modules, and a boss.
    Really happy when "minor" studios deliver games like this one, great job indeed!    … Expand
  5. DickLucious
    Nov 1, 2022
    8
    Fills the Eldenring ring sized hole left in my soul. Fun game. Hardly any glitches. Looks good.
  6. Wjdbhh
    Oct 28, 2022
    10
    I did not expect this, a masterpiece, I recommend this project for passing.
  7. JCuthbertson
    Oct 23, 2022
    9
    I loved this game, and will miss it. I would like to give it a higher rating but it needs a photomode and a few glitches worked out. Overall it had an engaging story, tough, but customizable combat, great graphics, historical characters and cool weapons. Lots of fun and challenges!
  8. Antiprisma
    Oct 15, 2022
    8
    The playstyle is as expected soulslike and although it is easier than most of them it doesn't mean it's too easy. Settingwise I find France in Mid 17's kind of captivating and the involvement of robots is kind of interesting as well. Only had one crash overall which seems ok. The flow is well designed for a AA game but what this game lacks is content. After 1,5 days of heavy play I foundThe playstyle is as expected soulslike and although it is easier than most of them it doesn't mean it's too easy. Settingwise I find France in Mid 17's kind of captivating and the involvement of robots is kind of interesting as well. Only had one crash overall which seems ok. The flow is well designed for a AA game but what this game lacks is content. After 1,5 days of heavy play I found myself finnishing the game which I was upset about. The NG+ is a mechanic I'm going to explore to finish trophies.… Expand
  9. 70Ravenz
    Oct 11, 2022
    8
    This is a very solid souls-like game of an alternate history of the French Revolution where the demons/monsters/enemies (including your player character) are highly advanced automatons powered by intricate clockwork mechanisms and weapons. It's a very unique take and 10/10 for setting and atmosphere.

    Too early to tell if level design will become more complex, but simplistic in my first    This is a very solid souls-like game of an alternate history of the French Revolution where the demons/monsters/enemies (including your player character) are highly advanced automatons powered by intricate clockwork mechanisms and weapons. It's a very unique take and 10/10 for setting and atmosphere.

    Too early to tell if level design will become more complex, but simplistic in my first couple of hours, but may be more of a tutorial. 6/10

    Gameplay is a bit different, but not so much that it is contrary to the muscle memory you may have from most other Souls games 7/10

    I'll come back and write more, but so far this may be one the most underrated games I have found in a while.    … Expand
  10. Souls_Stef
    Oct 2, 2022
    10
    One of the best Games I ever played! A fantastic soulslike! Its a lot of fun and has a ton of good ideas and great graphics! Buy it
  11. GeneralSultan
    Oct 1, 2022
    9
    This game might leave soemthing to be desired for performance and visuals, and I found it highly annoying that it tries so hard to copy soulslike combat instead of trying something unique, but it deserves a score so high for only one thing; its level design. It's like something I've never seen before, the levels are so mazy, huge, sprawling. At first they're somewhat small and slightlyThis game might leave soemthing to be desired for performance and visuals, and I found it highly annoying that it tries so hard to copy soulslike combat instead of trying something unique, but it deserves a score so high for only one thing; its level design. It's like something I've never seen before, the levels are so mazy, huge, sprawling. At first they're somewhat small and slightly linear, but as you progress through the game and unlock things like the grappling hook (which adds verticality to the levels) and progress some side quests to access side areas they become huge. The writing leaves something to be desired for sure, but I think this game has one outstanding strength that counterweighs all the shoddy stuff in it; the level design.… Expand
  12. Soulhex
    Oct 1, 2022
    10
    10/10 fun combats and unique atmosphere, It could be more polished and with more rpg elements but it’s still insanely fun so 10/10 for me
  13. wolfe_707
    Sep 24, 2022
    10
    love the game so far it, from combat of the character design and outfits, upgrading different weapons class and skills is so solid, the environment is so pretty too
  14. metal_dragon
    Sep 19, 2022
    10
    A great action RPG. Solid, ever-evolving combat meets solid, ever-evolving puzzles in some really evocative environments. There are a few clumsy or lacklustre moments , but it is good fun and it is well-designed.
  15. Simpless
    Sep 18, 2022
    8
    Surprise hit for 2022, not the most polished game but very much enjoyed the unique setting and character(s). The gameplay is fast and mostly responsive, I do think the game is "easier" than most soul-like games but that's completely fine as it has Metroidvania and RPG elements. Took me around 25-30 hours to complete doing almost all side content. The level design was done well andSurprise hit for 2022, not the most polished game but very much enjoyed the unique setting and character(s). The gameplay is fast and mostly responsive, I do think the game is "easier" than most soul-like games but that's completely fine as it has Metroidvania and RPG elements. Took me around 25-30 hours to complete doing almost all side content. The level design was done well and environments look great - weapon variety is solid. The main character is great, definitely worth the buy… Expand
  16. siberia
    Sep 18, 2022
    10
    Brilliant gamedesign! I loved how the maps are opening up with the new abilities and the shortcuts. I didn't even expect to get such a massive lore. Combats are satisfying: the movesets of the weapons are astonishing. The armor sets are beautiful. The whole game is beautiful
  17. fr8ctur3
    Sep 16, 2022
    10
    I had a lot of fun with this title. I highly recommend for any players that enjoyed soulish games....
  18. dasartik
    Sep 16, 2022
    10
    There's little to complain about with Steelrising, in fact, I pretty much love everything about this game. I won't be surprised to see it end up on quite a few Game of the Year lists at the tail end of the year, which I'm sure you'll come to understand once you lay your hands on it.
  19. richettebevers
    Sep 16, 2022
    10
    Better than other competitors in pretty much every way: it's slick, polished, smart, beautiful, and most importantly, fun to play, giving you plenty of freedom and adventure with exciting combat and some excellent art and music to go along with the solid voice acting and interesting plot. Finished in 25 hours and will make a second run as I enjoyed so much
  20. Fashman5000
    Sep 15, 2022
    8
    I genuinely suck at Souls/Borne games. I was disappointed when I found out it wasn't a ninja Gaiden type hack and slash. With that said. The setting, aesthetics, and lore has motivated me enough to try and actually try and complete this one. I like that there is a narrative complete with cut scenes. I never heard of Nacon which is the developer. And I haven't had good experiences withI genuinely suck at Souls/Borne games. I was disappointed when I found out it wasn't a ninja Gaiden type hack and slash. With that said. The setting, aesthetics, and lore has motivated me enough to try and actually try and complete this one. I like that there is a narrative complete with cut scenes. I never heard of Nacon which is the developer. And I haven't had good experiences with games developed by Spiders. But this one is worth checking out… Expand
  21. Calchas
    Sep 15, 2022
    10
    Μου άρεσε πολύ ο σχεδιασμός επιπέδου και η καλλιτεχνική διεύθυνση. Οι προγραμματιστές έκαναν πολύ καλή δουλειά με αυτό το παιχνίδι. Είναι διασκεδαστικό, καινοτόμο, ελαφρύ, ποτέ απογοητευτικό να παίζεις. Μακάρι να κυκλοφορήσει σύντομα μια συνέχεια και το ελπίζωΜου άρεσε πολύ ο σχεδιασμός επιπέδου και η καλλιτεχνική διεύθυνση. Οι προγραμματιστές έκαναν πολύ καλή δουλειά με αυτό το παιχνίδι. Είναι διασκεδαστικό, καινοτόμο, ελαφρύ, ποτέ απογοητευτικό να παίζεις. Μακάρι να κυκλοφορήσει σύντομα μια συνέχεια και το ελπίζω
  22. WOJCIK
    Sep 15, 2022
    10
    This game is very good. It successfully replicates the winning formula of the Souls series, a wondrous combination of majestic boss battles, incredible layered environments full of secrets, and precise combat that can make other action RPGs difficult to play once you’ve mastered the art. If you’ve never played other souls this is a great game to begin, offering a bit more direction in theThis game is very good. It successfully replicates the winning formula of the Souls series, a wondrous combination of majestic boss battles, incredible layered environments full of secrets, and precise combat that can make other action RPGs difficult to play once you’ve mastered the art. If you’ve never played other souls this is a great game to begin, offering a bit more direction in the early game before opening up. If you’ve already played other souls, you can feel confident that this game hasn’t lost its touch and has a lot to offer… Expand
  23. bkc276sunnyvale
    Sep 15, 2022
    10
    Long, complex and full of secrets. Steelrising is everything we were asking for with very few problems to solve. Weapon arts allow stylish and versatile new moves without tarnishing the purity of the combat system. Old revolutionary french-inspiring locations provide visually stunning arenas for rigorous exploration and fierce face-offs with hosts of deadly enemies and even deadlierLong, complex and full of secrets. Steelrising is everything we were asking for with very few problems to solve. Weapon arts allow stylish and versatile new moves without tarnishing the purity of the combat system. Old revolutionary french-inspiring locations provide visually stunning arenas for rigorous exploration and fierce face-offs with hosts of deadly enemies and even deadlier bosses. While not all the risky changes land as neatly as others, Steelrising is a powerful journey and I strongly recommend you to play it as you won't regret… Expand
  24. Dezmondjohnson
    Sep 13, 2022
    9
    Good graphics, decent story, great level design, decent enemy variation, fun bosses and great combat. I enjoyed the game thoroughly and don't understand the low score from critics. I also found the accessibility of the game refreshing.
  25. Mulhim
    Sep 13, 2022
    10
    One of the best game i ever played ,, highly recommended . the idea, story , and the gameplay is very enjoyable, why the critics gave it low score? Is the high score exclusive for specific game from specific studios?
  26. Hoonter10
    Sep 12, 2022
    9
    I’m loving this game so far. It’s fun. That’s what I want to play. Fun games. No more chores.
  27. sternone
    Sep 12, 2022
    10
    I don't understand the low professional review scores. The game is an absolute blast, love it.
  28. 1nfamous303
    Sep 11, 2022
    10
    Awesome game and really easy to pick up and go for veteran Souls players!
  29. williamssma
    Sep 11, 2022
    10
    Did the critics play a different game? Because I can't explain all those low scores. The Steelrising I played is gorgeous, beautiful, amusing, engaging and can't stop playing it. Biggest surprise in 2022 gaming releases
  30. ps5addicted
    Sep 10, 2022
    10
    The hours spent playing this masterpiece were the right explanation of why videogaming is such a favourite waste of time for so many of us. Thrilling, moving, amusing, compelling, and very very artistic. Steelrising isn't simply the sign of gaming realising its true creative potential, but one where a game straddles so many entertainment art forms so expertly that it's the bestThe hours spent playing this masterpiece were the right explanation of why videogaming is such a favourite waste of time for so many of us. Thrilling, moving, amusing, compelling, and very very artistic. Steelrising isn't simply the sign of gaming realising its true creative potential, but one where a game straddles so many entertainment art forms so expertly that it's the best demonstration yet how flexible this medium can be. Visually speaking I've hardly seen anything better in the recent years. And gameplay is stellar… Expand
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72

Mixed or average reviews - based on 59 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 27 out of 59
  2. Mixed: 29 out of 59
  3. Negative: 3 out of 59
  1. PSX Brasil
    Oct 23, 2022
    80
    Steelrising is a good soulslike game, with a very wide range of weapons, fun combat, and great exploration. However, it lacks in the technical aspect, which disappoints a little due to the lack of care and brings some graphical problems, frame drops and crashes.
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  2. RPGamer
    Oct 20, 2022
    50
    For a first foray into a new type of action game, Steelrising is an okay attempt. The skeleton of a good game is there, but all of its aspects need various levels of tweaking to get the recipe just right. Some things like combat just need a fine tune to be more reactive and smoother. Others like the level design need a firmer foundation to allow for more engaging and palatable exploration. It’s far from the worst game and won’t eat up too much time, but it’s not the most solid entry into the genre.
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  3. PLAY
    Oct 15, 2022
    80
    While lacklustre in some areas, Spiders leverages Steelrising’s daft premise for a 8 wonderful action adventure in a Paris steeped in history and robotics. [Issue#20, p.66]
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