Killzone: Mercenary

 PlayStation Vita
  • Publisher: SCEA
  • Release Date: Sep 10, 2013
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8.8

Generally favorable reviews- based on 632 Ratings

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  1. Positive: 553 out of 632
  2. Mixed: 48 out of 632
  3. Negative: 31 out of 632
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  1. efeco112
    Jun 7, 2023
    10
    ps vitası olupta bu oyunu oynamamış insanlar çok fazla şey kaçırmış inanılmaz oyunlardan biri (türkçe dublaj lı )
  2. Harra
    Apr 16, 2023
    10
    This is Killzone, on a handheld... and it does very well at being that.

    On par with Killzone 2 in my honest opinion.
  3. MatadorVoraz
    Dec 30, 2022
    8
    The story isn't memorable, it's not great, but it's not bad, it's like a great time pass. Depending on the difficulty, you can find "injustices" and flaws in the mechanics, but in general it is very good. It's a game that works very well, great graphics, impresses on PS Vita, the multiplayer had a lot of fun, and despite not being a big fan of replaying games, sometimes I wanted to go backThe story isn't memorable, it's not great, but it's not bad, it's like a great time pass. Depending on the difficulty, you can find "injustices" and flaws in the mechanics, but in general it is very good. It's a game that works very well, great graphics, impresses on PS Vita, the multiplayer had a lot of fun, and despite not being a big fan of replaying games, sometimes I wanted to go back to main missions to do a different objective.… Expand
  4. SewAwOw
    Jan 11, 2022
    9
    Отличная игра, один из лучших экзов виты, можно сказать, системселлер. В игре потрясающая графика уровня киллзона 3, умные противники, нелинейные локации с возможностью убивать врагов втихую, и очень много оружия и разной экипировки. Даже сюжет интригующий, с внезапными поворотами. Довольно удобное управление, фпс в среднем держится на 30, проседая лишь в очень экшоновых моментах, системаОтличная игра, один из лучших экзов виты, можно сказать, системселлер. В игре потрясающая графика уровня киллзона 3, умные противники, нелинейные локации с возможностью убивать врагов втихую, и очень много оружия и разной экипировки. Даже сюжет интригующий, с внезапными поворотами. Довольно удобное управление, фпс в среднем держится на 30, проседая лишь в очень экшоновых моментах, система добивания проста и очень зрелищна. Полная озвучка только усиливает положительные стороны игры. Недостатков в игре, имхо, всего два: раздражающая мини-игра по взлому, и допросы офицеров для дополнительного раскрытия лора - убивать их нужно только втихую, в открытом бою не допросить, что принуждает стелсить там, где не хочешь, а противники довольно зрячие и реагируют на тела убитых. И все же плюсы сильно перевешивают минусы, лучшей реализации шутера для виты и придумать сложно. Однозначно маст хэв.… Expand
  5. Kerber
    Sep 22, 2021
    10
    For me this is not only one of best games on vita but on portable consoles in general. I have sold my vita when I bought switch and I missed KZ so much that I had to buy vita again.

    Great action, smart weapons, brilliantly implemented vanguard selections and war shown for what it is just enriching gameplay and story… If there is one game that every owner of vita should try, it is this    For me this is not only one of best games on vita but on portable consoles in general. I have sold my vita when I bought switch and I missed KZ so much that I had to buy vita again.

    Great action, smart weapons, brilliantly implemented vanguard selections and war shown for what it is just enriching gameplay and story… If there is one game that every owner of vita should try, it is this one.
    Btw I think that Guerrilla was much, much better in developing KZ games for psp/vita than for home consoles.    … Expand
  6. Gaz
    Aug 6, 2021
    9
    First-party AAA games on the Vita are few and far between, but when anyone ever asks me about the capabilities of the handheld to deliver console quality on the go, Killzone: Mercenary is the game that immediately comes to mind. Guerilla Cambridge packed as much into this game as they could, delivering a fantastic single-player campaign with plenty of replay value and a very competentFirst-party AAA games on the Vita are few and far between, but when anyone ever asks me about the capabilities of the handheld to deliver console quality on the go, Killzone: Mercenary is the game that immediately comes to mind. Guerilla Cambridge packed as much into this game as they could, delivering a fantastic single-player campaign with plenty of replay value and a very competent multiplayer mode.

    Killzone: Mercenary runs on a modified version of the Killzone 3 PS3 engine and it absolutely shows. How they got something this nice to fit in the palm of your hand is impressive to say the least. Things are just as great on the gameplay side too, with lots of weapons, gear, and options to complete your objectives, provided you can afford them. You earn money for just about everything you do and there's always an emphasis on collecting bigger paydays. Taking place throughout Killzone 1 and 2, the campaign follows Aran Danner, a mercenary for hire swept up in the brutal war between the Helghast and Vektans. The story isn't anything that breaks the mold, but I would definitely consider it the strongest in the series. Mission contracts provide a hefty amount of replay value, as each story mission can be replayed with a checklist of different objectives based around stealth, precision, or demolition. The higher the difficulty, the more money you earn. Collectibles are also scattered around levels and the different pieces of intel gathered are readable in the menus, which adds to the series lore.

    Multiplayer, provided you can find a match this late in the game, is basic but puts the "fun" in functional. You can play free-for-all, team deathmatch, or a mode of rotating objective types called Warzone. Equipment unlocks are shared between single player and multiplayer, providing plenty of flexibility. Your performance in-game across both modes will earn you a specific valor card rank each day and you can take the cards of dead allies and enemies alike to try and create a full deck for bonus cash.

    Killzone: Mercenary is a shining example of the Vita's original mission statement: Delivering a console-quality game in the palm of your hand. It looks great, plays great, and has plenty on hand to keep you coming back for more. It's a pity the few other FPS titles on Vita can't hold a candle to it, but at least we have one shooter that knocked it out of the park.    … Expand
  7. Ottalaus_saus
    Jul 9, 2021
    10
    Best game on the vita. Fun campaign and great multiplayer. The shooting gameplay is one of the best imo, it's super satisfying.
  8. jhonnyrivers77
    Feb 6, 2021
    10
    Incredible graphics, great gameplay, good story, good music, one of the best FPS on vita, no doubt.
  9. juklendone
    Feb 1, 2021
    10
    El mejor shooter de Vita y que mejor explota sus capacidades ojalá guerrilla no abandone la saga :(
  10. Apeboi
    Oct 27, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is the absolute pinnacle of vita games for me. It looks gorgeous and has a lot to offer, from the fast paced multiplayer to the short but sweet campaign, there's not much to hate about this game. I 100% think you should get this game if you have a vita, it's worth it… Expand
  11. LironesAlviento
    Aug 7, 2020
    8
    Para mi uno de mis shooters preferidos, una joya para esta consola que tan maltratada ha sido.
  12. Achilles190877
    Mar 25, 2020
    9
    This game is awesome even now (March 2020). The controlls are strange but you'll get used to them. As you're a mercenary you depend on money to buy new weaponry and there are different ways to earn money such as killing enemies in different ways or being a certain time silent. It's worth the price.
  13. Vitagamerrus
    Jan 2, 2020
    10
    Best PS Vita game in history. Any normal owner of this console would agree with me, because the story and gameplay are very good for such console. Multiplayer was amazing and I used to play it with friends for YEARS. Used to. Because now, after 6 years this game is pretty much dead, as the console itself. Good times
  14. RASoub
    Dec 7, 2019
    10
    BEST KILLZONE BEST PORTABLE FPS AND BEST STORY.

    Am a killzone fan and since 2006 i was waiting for FPS killzone portable and killzone liberation is alot fun but it was the only series thats its not FPS but its fun any way but not as i wanted. in E3 years ago they show us a little video of killzone on vita and i really wished that this is what i was waiting for and when i saw the    BEST KILLZONE BEST PORTABLE FPS AND BEST STORY.

    Am a killzone fan and since 2006 i was waiting for FPS killzone portable and killzone liberation is alot fun but it was the only series thats its not FPS but its fun any way but not as i wanted.

    in E3 years ago they show us a little video of killzone on vita and i really wished that this is what i was waiting for and when i saw the trailers it looks good but when i got it its alot alot alot better then all trailer and review, amazing new weapons and specialy the van guard weapons, after all the game is better then ps3 game.

    STORY : 10 of 10
    i thought the story is a spin off, but it is the game story is between killzone 1 and 2 and first 2 missions is in Vekta when the helghans was there, and the rest in Helghan, and you see when the helghan Nuke there city.

    Gameplay : 9.5 of 10
    real amazing gameplay i loved the intoregation touch and melee touch and van guard touch, same as playing in normal dual shock.

    Sound : 10 of 10
    the sound is great and we will need alot of silencer weapons in the game and i loved the voice acting there is alot of talking from the enemies talking around

    Multiplayer : 9.0 of 10
    real fun like allways but there is not exoskeleten or mounted guns in it, but the van guard weapons cover all these things.

    Total : 10 of 10

    Best Portable Game Ever.

    this game is compatible with PSTV and its 9 / 10    … Expand
  15. IDavidSarkisyan
    Jul 1, 2018
    9
    I bought this game two years ago and played it more than 70 hours. The game did not bad, especially for the portable console PS Vita. Of course in this game is a very trivial story and there are not too many weapons, but everything is just a good game. in the game there are multiplayer.

    I recommend this game.
  16. drowblade
    Mar 23, 2018
    9
    Шикарный шутер для портативной консоли. Реализация и взаимодействие с интерфейсом просто потрясающие! Графика на очень высоком уровне, отличная оптимизация. Сюжет без откровений, но для шутера он вполне хорош. Для Виты эта игра - однозначно маст хев. В десятке лучших игр для портатива.Шикарный шутер для портативной консоли. Реализация и взаимодействие с интерфейсом просто потрясающие! Графика на очень высоком уровне, отличная оптимизация. Сюжет без откровений, но для шутера он вполне хорош. Для Виты эта игра - однозначно маст хев. В десятке лучших игр для портатива.
  17. buckwylder
    Jan 25, 2018
    10
    The Killzone series is my all time favorite first person shooter franchise. I absolutely love the game.

    Mercenary is absolutely one of the, if not the best titles in the entire Killzone series. It's also one of the best overall shooters I've ever enjoyed, period. It's definitely a MUST HAVE PS Vita game and I cannot say one thing bad about it. The multiplayer and single player campaign    The Killzone series is my all time favorite first person shooter franchise. I absolutely love the game.

    Mercenary is absolutely one of the, if not the best titles in the entire Killzone series. It's also one of the best overall shooters I've ever enjoyed, period. It's definitely a MUST HAVE PS Vita game and I cannot say one thing bad about it. The multiplayer and single player campaign are both absolutely fantastic.    … Expand
  18. Surgery
    Aug 24, 2017
    10
    An utterly impressive portable FPS. There is nothing else like it. Playing such a well designed, high-fidelity title on the Vita-2000 feels very special indeed. The game itself provides excellent shooter gameplay, well refined for portable controls and the minute by minute action is nothing short of intense. Difficulty is high at some parts, so don't fret if you need easy mode first goAn utterly impressive portable FPS. There is nothing else like it. Playing such a well designed, high-fidelity title on the Vita-2000 feels very special indeed. The game itself provides excellent shooter gameplay, well refined for portable controls and the minute by minute action is nothing short of intense. Difficulty is high at some parts, so don't fret if you need easy mode first go around. Story is fine for what it is, but the customizable progression is a real treat. Addictive and sublime mechanics make this a must buy for anyone owning a Vita and even a passing interest in FPS's.… Expand
  19. paddybee
    Mar 28, 2017
    9
    A great game, and works fantastically well with the Vita. Superb graphics and set pieces all through the campaign. Each mission has three main ways it can be accomplished, giving you rewards and reason to play through them differently each time. Only played a bit of the multiplayer, but that seemed just as fun.
  20. bgt
    Mar 5, 2017
    10
    Very cool game. Graphics are fantastic. Beautiful single game with stels mode. Cool multiplayer. The best fps game on playstation vita. There is 1 minus: there are few people playing online.
  21. itchipod
    Jan 3, 2017
    9
    Wow! This game is amazing! The graphics are overwhelming on PS Vita and this game truly catches the FPS experience on a handheld. It has a lot and various weaponry. The only negative I can say is that the campaign mode is very short and story isn't very compelling.
  22. dman5337
    Nov 9, 2016
    10
    Easily the best handheld shooter of all time.
    Nothing even comes close, with tight controls, stunning visuals and many hours of playability this is a must buy for any Vita owner.
  23. janic
    Sep 3, 2016
    9
    I held off on buying this game because an fps on a handeld just didn't seem enjoyable to me. I was proven wrong after picking it up on a PSN sale. Videos of this game don't do it justice. The graphics are impressive but the best part is the gameplay. Like the mainline games, this one has great gunplay, certainly as good as it gets on a handheld. You can also do melee finishers with swipesI held off on buying this game because an fps on a handeld just didn't seem enjoyable to me. I was proven wrong after picking it up on a PSN sale. Videos of this game don't do it justice. The graphics are impressive but the best part is the gameplay. Like the mainline games, this one has great gunplay, certainly as good as it gets on a handheld. You can also do melee finishers with swipes on the touchscreen which were surprisingly enjoyable and a welcome addition on a handheld, where an fps can get a bit chaotic. The campaign can be beaten fairly quickly so if you're looking for a game for a short vacation, this is perfect.… Expand
  24. XxJoseManuelxX
    Aug 16, 2016
    9
    Killzone: Mercenary is a first-person shooter video game for the PlayStation Vita. Developed by Guerrilla Cambridge and published by Sony Computer Entertainment.

    + Excellent Graphics
    + Good Gameplay
  25. NukeYourNanny
    Apr 18, 2016
    10
    This game is easily the best game on vita, beautiful graphics, engaging missions, a multiplayer and bots for an extra £2?! Thats crazy for a game that cost £20 when it was released! Kudos to the developers. Amazing game.
  26. josesueiro
    Apr 15, 2016
    9
    Killzone: Mercenary is a first-person shooter video game for the PlayStation Vita

    For the first time in a Killzone campaign, players can fight alongside Helghast forces as well as ISA specialists, carrying out missions that regular soldiers cannot. As a mercenary, players are free to decide which tactics and load outs they will use to fulfill their contract; employers will reward    Killzone: Mercenary is a first-person shooter video game for the PlayStation Vita

    For the first time in a Killzone campaign, players can fight alongside Helghast forces as well as ISA specialists, carrying out missions that regular soldiers cannot. As a mercenary, players are free to decide which tactics and load outs they will use to fulfill their contract; employers will reward players with money if successfully completed. The game utilizes the PS Vita's touch screen and rear touch panel.    … Expand
  27. geo333
    Aug 31, 2015
    10
    This is how any FPS shooter game on the go should be done. The game play is fantastic, the controls are easy to handle, however the online/ offline game play is fantastic that would keep gamers entertained for hours. Overall Killzone Mercenary was destined to be a success on the PS Vita.
  28. ToFewViews
    Aug 23, 2015
    8
    Killzone: Mercenary may seem like a generic first person shooter at first but it's actually a great game that stands above the rest. It takes the vita and utilizes everything it has, The game Looks Great, Runs well and Controls better then any FPS I've previously played on the Handheld. Mercenary Runs on a toned down version of the same engine as the PS4/PS3 Killzone games and it worksKillzone: Mercenary may seem like a generic first person shooter at first but it's actually a great game that stands above the rest. It takes the vita and utilizes everything it has, The game Looks Great, Runs well and Controls better then any FPS I've previously played on the Handheld. Mercenary Runs on a toned down version of the same engine as the PS4/PS3 Killzone games and it works great. The story feels short, only taking about 5-6 hours to complete but has a great pick up and play feeling to it making it a perfect game to play on the go or in small increments. The game has a money system that is quite interesting, Completing Missions/Objectives, Getting Kills and Online all give you money for everything you do. You can use this money to buy new Guns,Grenades,Armor and more and let's you play the game the way you want. There is also challenges you can do like beating a level with a shotgun that will net you some extra cash. Killzone also has a great online mode with 3 different game modes to play with it's own set of unlocks.If your looking for Fun/Great looking Vita FPS Killzone: Mercenary is what your looking for.… Expand
  29. abaddonsascent
    Jun 26, 2015
    10
    Easily the best first person shooter on a portable console. Runs super smooth with mind blowing graphics. So good you feel like your playing one of your home console games. This Killzone surpasses the others in the serries (including the ps4 one) in terms of gameplay story and controls. With new equipment and weapons to buy as well as awards to earn, this game has a surprising amount ofEasily the best first person shooter on a portable console. Runs super smooth with mind blowing graphics. So good you feel like your playing one of your home console games. This Killzone surpasses the others in the serries (including the ps4 one) in terms of gameplay story and controls. With new equipment and weapons to buy as well as awards to earn, this game has a surprising amount of replayability. This game is at the top of the portable gaming heap and is one of the few games that shows off the ps vitas great potential. A must have for portable gamers.… Expand
  30. TheQuietGamer
    May 3, 2015
    9
    A console quality FPS game on Sony's portable system. The dual analog sticks of the Vita make it so that the playability isn't hampered at all when compared to a home console. Of course none of that would matter if the core gameplay wasn't any fun. Fortunately the tight action of the Killzone series transfers over very well. As a result you have an awesome campaign and satisfyingA console quality FPS game on Sony's portable system. The dual analog sticks of the Vita make it so that the playability isn't hampered at all when compared to a home console. Of course none of that would matter if the core gameplay wasn't any fun. Fortunately the tight action of the Killzone series transfers over very well. As a result you have an awesome campaign and satisfying multiplayer to take with you on the go.

    The campaign itself is initially a little brief. However the ability to go through it guns blazing or stealthily adds replay value. Then there's Contracts Mode. It tasks you with replaying campaign missions with new objectives that favor different play styles. Rewards include Valor cards and currency that can be used to buy new weapons. All of this carriers over between the campaign and multiplayer. Having to buy your weapons and stuff in order to customize your loadouts does seem a bit iffy at first, but it all works out in the end.

    The multiplayer itself is just as fun and addicting as the series' home console entries. The amount of maps is a little slim, but it doesn't put too much of a damper on the fun. If your looking for satisfying online competition on the go then this is your game.

    The graphics really do a great job of showing off what the Vita can do. Outside of the fire and smoke you couldn't tell this apart from a home console game. Vita specific features include using the touchscreen to switch weapons and swiping it in order to pull of melee attacks. Following onscreen prompts for melee attacks does feel a touch gimmicky and makes them take a bit longer to pull off, but it along with the rest of the uses of the Vita's tech aren't damaging to the experience at all. Not even double tapping the rear touchpad to sprint. Although that can be done with a regular button press.

    A very enjoyable and highly successful FPS game has been brought to a handheld gaming console. It's one that rivals the best on home consoles. It's both a huge win for the Vita as well as the Killzone series. If you are looking for a high quality FPS game then look no further. The Killzone series delivers yet again.

    I give "Killzone: Mercenary" a 9.5/10.    … Expand
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#18 Best PS Vita Game of 2013
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Metascore
78

Generally favorable reviews - based on 86 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 62 out of 86
  2. Mixed: 24 out of 86
  3. Negative: 0 out of 86
  1. GameCritics
    Feb 21, 2014
    85
    As far as handheld shooters go, Killzone: Mercenary is undoubtedly the new gold standard and, quite frankly, makes a mockery out of its handheld peers.
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  2. Armchair Empire
    Nov 19, 2013
    80
    Overall, Killzone is indeed the best the Vita has to offer in regards to those itching for a good shooter, but there is still room for improvement overall, and I hope that Guerilla’s next effort eclipses this one.
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  3. Riot Pixels
    Oct 31, 2013
    77
    It’s a genuine handheld blockbuster, complete with cool scripted sequences, loud explosions, and surprisingly nice graphics for Vita’s not-so-top-notch hardware.
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