Synapse

 PlayStation 5
  • Publisher: nDreams
  • Release Date: Jul 4, 2023
User Score
7.5

Generally favorable reviews- based on 46 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 34 out of 46
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 46
  3. Negative: 10 out of 46

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  1. Conmanus
    Jul 6, 2023
    8
    It really does make you feel like a jedi with a gun- it feels and looks amazing. The controls are good, though trying to aim the telekinesis, like when trying to throw a box at someone, feels a little clumsy. It really is a lot of fun to play, with cool "hacks" and upgrades that keep the loops fresh.

    This game could be a 10 if it had a compelling story. I find it really frustrating that    It really does make you feel like a jedi with a gun- it feels and looks amazing. The controls are good, though trying to aim the telekinesis, like when trying to throw a box at someone, feels a little clumsy. It really is a lot of fun to play, with cool "hacks" and upgrades that keep the loops fresh.

    This game could be a 10 if it had a compelling story. I find it really frustrating that of all the limitations VR devs have to work with/around, writing a great story isn't one of them and yet- there are soooo few VR games that even try to tell a good story at all. Devs need to stop treating VR games as tech demos and start telling great stories. All psvr2 owners have for games with strong narratives is Moss 1 + 2.

    The devs obviously put so much love and effort into this game, and I applaud them, but I wish they had spent the time to write a story that isn't an afterthought.    … Expand
  2. Midnight1-0
    Jul 5, 2023
    10
    One of the best VR experiences! It reminds me of the first time I played Superhot or Pistol Whip. It has the mechanics of the combat in Alyx but the action of Pistol Whip. There’s a pretty good ability tree that unlocks the more you play. I haven’t beaten it yet, but I hope they release periodic updates or perhaps some DLC content to keep the game alive long term.
  3. ParanoydAndroyd
    Jul 11, 2023
    10
    Easily the most definitive VR FPS experience out right now! Gorgeous graphics, 120fps, the telekinetic powers feel great, the haptic feedback in the headset and controllers feels amazing and is really immersive, the story is great, the voice acting is phenomenal (especially from David Hayter), decent weapon variety, only downfall is there's one "boss" and no reap endgame boss after him,Easily the most definitive VR FPS experience out right now! Gorgeous graphics, 120fps, the telekinetic powers feel great, the haptic feedback in the headset and controllers feels amazing and is really immersive, the story is great, the voice acting is phenomenal (especially from David Hayter), decent weapon variety, only downfall is there's one "boss" and no reap endgame boss after him, but this game gets a 10 regardless because for the one downside it has every single upside is truly THAT amazing that it makes you forget about that tiny little downer. Best part is it's only available on the greatest gaming console ever made......The PlayStation 5!!!… Expand
  4. Jredner
    Jul 12, 2023
    10
    This is one of the best VR shooters I have played, and I have been playing VR games since DK1 from Oculus VR. The combination of telekinesis and shooting...it feels like being a Jedi. A lot of fun to play. Worth every dollar!!!
  5. ActualConsumer
    Aug 31, 2023
    9
    Best Rogue game on PSVR2, best feeling VR gunplay and unique mechanics not done in any ither gane. Great acting. Great art style. Fun game. Very polished. Unique xlconcept and story, terrific skill tree and wonderful voice acting. A must buy VR game and easily frontrunner for VR game of the year!
  6. WetaCritic
    Jul 13, 2023
    10
    They should make a Star wars or Stranger Things game using what they learned from this, I'd pay big bucks for that! Game could do with more content, I just want to play more, but there's more than enough for 35 bucks. Love it!

Awards & Rankings

94
#94 Best PlayStation 5 Game of 2023
80
#80 Most Discussed PlayStation 5 Game of 2023

Critic Reviews

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Metascore
77

Generally favorable reviews - based on 36 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 24 out of 36
  2. Mixed: 12 out of 36
  3. Negative: 0 out of 36
  1. Gamereactor Finland
    Nov 8, 2023
    80
    John Wick, Super Hot and Star Wars come together in a VR game.
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  2. PSX Extreme
    Oct 4, 2023
    78
    Synapse is a fun FPS roguelite with great gunplay and satisfying progression with each run. While it may lean too heavily on its replay value and squanders its fascinating premise with little storytelling. It’s one of the most worthwhile PSVR2 shooters yet.
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  3. PLAY
    Sep 17, 2023
    90
    Exhilarating and creative combat means we feel truly let loose in PSVR2. The only down side is… with only nine levels to get through, we want more. [Issue#30, p.86]
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