Trek to Yomi

 PlayStation 5
User Score
6.4

Mixed or average reviews- based on 53 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 26 out of 53
  2. Mixed: 14 out of 53
  3. Negative: 13 out of 53
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  1. babaganoosh08
    May 7, 2022
    8
    A lot (nearly everybody) is and will compare this to Ghost of Tsushima. But the truth is they're not even in the same genre of game so it's not even a smart thing to do.

    Trek to Yomi is truly beautiful, simple in its execution of delivering a Kurosawa, monochrome style story that will allow you to play through 3-4 times thanks to a path choice midway through the game. The combat is    A lot (nearly everybody) is and will compare this to Ghost of Tsushima. But the truth is they're not even in the same genre of game so it's not even a smart thing to do.

    Trek to Yomi is truly beautiful, simple in its execution of delivering a Kurosawa, monochrome style story that will allow you to play through 3-4 times thanks to a path choice midway through the game. The combat is simple and familiar to anyone whos played a game before. Light and heavy attacks can be mixed and matched, most of which you will find and learn as the game progresses, as well as the ability to alter simple light attack stokes using the right stick, to strike upwards, for example, which does add a little depth to the combat depending and what enemy you are facing. However, this will largely go unnoticed by those who will choose to just press square to win, which seems to be a valid tactic in this game, until you face a boss at least.

    Visually is where this game shines. The camera is not a concern here with it either being in a fixed position or panning along with you as you move through feudal Japan. Little collectibles are scattered through the levels, often in little hidden pathways that are not always obvious but not so difficult to spot either if you are actively looking, which if you're anything like me means you will be hugging every wall of the scene to see if there is a passage hidden or obscured for the chance of treasure or a sweet stat upgrade. Whether trekking through a village situated on two sides of a river below a gorgeous waterfall or preparing for a showdown with a bandit chief, framed by a burning torii gate, it's always a feast for the eyes gazing on scenes so symmetrical it would give Wes Anderson a hard on. You might struggle to take it all in a single shot. Even more incentive to play through the game once more for that alternate choice path.

    For the price, I don't think you can go wrong picking this up. It's great that there are still people that want to make video games that can be considered art. I would argue that this should be considered art.    … Expand
  2. Usefulidiot
    Jul 18, 2022
    9
    Visuals are stunning and the gameplay is addictive. Not the most complex combat system but I don’t always want that. The Atmosphere is amazing and so much care went into the ambiance.
  3. Blaze8604
    May 13, 2022
    8
    Personally I love Japan so a game based in Samurai times is something to look forward to,
    THE GOOD: It is Akira Kurosawa 'style' game, with great music, sound effects and amazing camera angels, this 2d/3d or whatever they call it is absolutely amazing imo, it is not just a basic left to right it is so much more!!,
    also the 2nd part of the game reminds me a bit of Nioh... in a good way    Personally I love Japan so a game based in Samurai times is something to look forward to,
    THE GOOD: It is Akira Kurosawa 'style' game, with great music, sound effects and amazing camera angels, this 2d/3d or whatever they call it is absolutely amazing imo, it is not just a basic left to right it is so much more!!,
    also the 2nd part of the game reminds me a bit of Nioh... in a good way ;) ...
    THE BAD one is mainly fighting - finishers are great, there are many moves You will unlock yet still certain enemies needs to be fight within a specific move set otherwise it is super hard to kill them and that makes it repetitive and boring.

    If You like samurai and 2D games this one is for You!    … Expand
  4. delfierro006
    Jan 20, 2023
    8
    Trek to Yomi was a enjoyable game with great black/white visuals, story is awesome, and the bosses are also great. To begin, love the game to even go for the platinum and pass is aproximately 6 times. In contrast, the only negative was the buttons but overall liked the game a lot.
  5. RayJai
    Jun 7, 2023
    10
    All Japanese Samurai sword-fighting action adventure games set in Feudal Japan, especially those paying respects to the legendary Kurosawa Akira style of flicks with grain filters, and most importantly with Japanese voice over, are totally beyond AWESOME !!!!!!!
  6. dyinginbeauty
    Jul 4, 2023
    10
    Absolutely stunning game, probably the visually most beautiful I have ever played. Different to some reviews I find the combat great fun and a challenge. If you like old Japanese films a la Kurosawa this is almost a must play.
  7. AtomosFabian
    Jun 1, 2023
    10
    La ambientación es increíble, el estilo y el arte recuerda a las películas de Akira Kurozawa, gran jugabilidad e historia
  8. TheBigTicket
    Jun 28, 2023
    8
    I really enjoyed this game, it certainly lacks in gameplay but the whole setting, presentation and even the story are really good.

    Loved the design and style, satisfying game that probably isnt for everyone though.
  9. Warrior_of_Doom
    Jul 19, 2023
    8
    The overall score is based on how much fun I personally had with every component of the game
    and the overall experience.

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#61 Most Discussed PlayStation 5 Game of 2022

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69

Mixed or average reviews - based on 42 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 17 out of 42
  2. Mixed: 23 out of 42
  3. Negative: 2 out of 42
  1. The Independent
    Aug 8, 2022
    80
    At eight hours in length on a single playthrough Trek to Yomi is a compelling enough story that makes strong use of cinematic techniques to tell a samurai tale in a novel way. Its approach could easily be imagined on the silver screen but its interactive medium makes for a compelling combat-heavy side scroller with enough mechanical depth to warrant multiple playthroughs.
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  2. Oyungezer
    Jun 24, 2022
    65
    I can recommend Trek to Yomi to those who want to experience a dark story. But even though visuals are eye-candy, I gotta admit gameplay is kind of a letdown.
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  3. PLAY
    Jun 22, 2022
    60
    It’s a shame that despite a story about finding balance, Yomi doesn’t manage to achieve that itself, being a handsome cinematic homage on an indie budget, but sadly lacking the smooth and satisfying swordplay to back it up. [Issue#15, p.78]
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