Resistance: Burning Skies

 PlayStation Vita
  • Publisher: SCEA
  • Release Date: May 29, 2012
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6.8

Mixed or average reviews- based on 279 Ratings

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  1. JDnator
    Jun 4, 2012
    10
    I bought this out of desperation as there is such a lack of games out for the vita at the moment. i thought it was going to be just an excuse to get an FPS on the vita meaning the game would have nothing really going for it. i got it any way despite this as i just wanted a time waster for lunch breaks. however i couldn't have been more wrong. this game is fantastic, multi player works andI bought this out of desperation as there is such a lack of games out for the vita at the moment. i thought it was going to be just an excuse to get an FPS on the vita meaning the game would have nothing really going for it. i got it any way despite this as i just wanted a time waster for lunch breaks. however i couldn't have been more wrong. this game is fantastic, multi player works and works well, i can even score hits with a sniper and have never experienced lag. and the campaign is also a very this generation FPS. love this game... i probably love it more than most because of how low my expectations were for it in the first place but this is still worth every penny. MORE LIKE THIS FOR THE VITA PLEASE!… Expand
  2. cleric20
    May 29, 2012
    10
    Playing this now - it's a great FPS and by far the most fun multiplayer on any hand-held. Serves as a taste of what Killzone and Call of Duty will build on to deliver a truly superb bundle of shooting fun!!
  3. RD74
    Jun 4, 2012
    10
    Well, I cant understand for the life of me why this game has had so many negative reviews! If you enjoyed the PS3 trilogy, then pick this up, it slots into the story at the beginning of the invasion of the US (in this case New York). I very nearly didn't bother due to the bad press it has received, but so glad I did. I haven't really spent a great deal of time on my Vita, but once IWell, I cant understand for the life of me why this game has had so many negative reviews! If you enjoyed the PS3 trilogy, then pick this up, it slots into the story at the beginning of the invasion of the US (in this case New York). I very nearly didn't bother due to the bad press it has received, but so glad I did. I haven't really spent a great deal of time on my Vita, but once I started this game (and turned down the look sensitivity) until I completed it, it was impossible for me to put it down (aside the twice I had to recharge the battery coz I ran it flat due to the time I put in to it, oh and sleep, must remember that, sleep is good, ha-ha). Its a top little game, and any Resistance fan (or FPS fan for that matter) should at least rent it to make your own mind up, I'm very very glad I did.… Expand
  4. iliveagain
    May 30, 2012
    10
    It's a lot of fun playing Resistance: Burning Skies. It's a solid shooter with some really nice graphics (for a portable device of course) and responsive controls. I'm not sure why reviewers are giving this game low scores (maybe they expect something more). The only thing I'd complain about is relatively small areas for fighting and maneuver.
  5. JakeIsHollywood
    May 29, 2012
    10
    After playing through the single player campaign, I can safely say it's a very enjoyable experience. :) Not sure what the reviewers were playing, but it's a good story with pitch-perfect game play mechanics. It is anywhere from 5 to 8 hours, depending on which difficulty you choose. There is some replay value here, specifically with gun upgrades. This will keep me busy for weeks, atAfter playing through the single player campaign, I can safely say it's a very enjoyable experience. :) Not sure what the reviewers were playing, but it's a good story with pitch-perfect game play mechanics. It is anywhere from 5 to 8 hours, depending on which difficulty you choose. There is some replay value here, specifically with gun upgrades. This will keep me busy for weeks, at least.

    Then, there is the multi-player. THIS is where the game got addicting. I absolutely LOVE the multi-player. You get into the matches very quickly, also...unlike any PSP game. Lol. If you pick it up for nothing else, get it for this. I highly recommend the game to any Vita owner. Again...no idea why anyone would give it a low review. The graphics aren't terrible either. They're fairly good for a handheld title. It may not look AS good as Uncharted: Golden Abyss or Wipeout 2048, but it's pretty close. It's a must-buy!    … Expand
  6. DrGhettoblaster
    Jun 1, 2012
    10
    I think the game is very impressive FOR A HANDHELD FPS. It's on par with Resistance 1 and for a handheld, that's quite an accomplishment. The critics were WAY to harsh on this game. People need to judge handhelds differently. Game is amazing. Definitely recommend.
  7. clintk25
    Oct 17, 2012
    10
    after playing this game and have finished it I enjoyed it very much for the 40 dollars I spent on it and reccomend it for anyone else who needs it ti help kill itme which is why i baought the vita
  8. Pherball66
    Jun 16, 2012
    10
    I reviewed this previously and have since played more and have to update. Where is the ammo? You have tons of great guns and you never have more than 20 bullets total. Sad, pathetic game. Selling it!
  9. PR2ST
    May 30, 2012
    10
    Really Underrated game. The game is good. Stands out as a good handheld game, if you compare it to big titles of course its not going to do well. Resistance franchise should have been with Insomniac Games. Nihilistic software is not able to give the polish all other Resistance games have.
  10. metamator
    Jun 12, 2012
    10
    ......Mini rant!......... Why are people Lying? anyone who got this at launch and then tried online KNOWS that the online multiplayer was fixed the day after launch, yes it sucks that it didn't work right when you got the game but what difference does that make now? ...............

    Actual Review................ ok. its not a 10, but why the hell is this game getting so panned? I bought    ......Mini rant!......... Why are people Lying? anyone who got this at launch and then tried online KNOWS that the online multiplayer was fixed the day after launch, yes it sucks that it didn't work right when you got the game but what difference does that make now? ...............

    Actual Review................
    ok. its not a 10, but why the hell is this game getting so panned? I bought this game not even checking the reviews and the major gripes people have are true. the AI is terrible, hopefully they patch it. the story wasn't award winning but I remember feeling pretty good about myself when I finished the game in an airport. its a portable device, people! For a portable, I was really impressed most of the time how of well it was pulled off, theres some things I didn't like, but its fun, I've already played this game more than uncharted or most of my other games. the multiplayer isn't the rich experience of Killzone 3 or something but its fun enough and theres no other multiplayer online for the Vita yet so I say Kudos to the Dev team. My gripes: AI is just garbage sometimes.. trophies were way too easy, should have set some harder to get Multiplayer ones.    … Expand
  11. LifeRush
    May 29, 2012
    10
    Great Vita FPS! There generally seems to be a media consensus to bad review the Vita games for whatever reason. This game already adds to my Great library of Golden Abyss (easily 90+ rating), The SHow (rating s/be 85+) and Unit 13 (rating 80+).. Easily I would rate Resistance as 80 +. Not looking forward to Gravity Rush, but Metal Gear definitely!
  12. Legion3412
    Jun 2, 2012
    10
    After finishing the game, i looked at the meta critic and was surprised. This game was for from mediocre. This may only be the first fps on a handheld, but it is amazing! The gameplay is smooth and responsive and now that the patch is up, the multiplayer works great! I give this an 8.5 out of ten, but above you will see a ten out of ten. This is because i am trying to bring the average upAfter finishing the game, i looked at the meta critic and was surprised. This game was for from mediocre. This may only be the first fps on a handheld, but it is amazing! The gameplay is smooth and responsive and now that the patch is up, the multiplayer works great! I give this an 8.5 out of ten, but above you will see a ten out of ten. This is because i am trying to bring the average up to where it should be.… Expand
  13. smokesouljah420
    Jun 1, 2012
    10
    good grapics for vita 1st gen, fast multi player no lag, n fast load times, buy it don't listen to review idiots, the game is good, new enemies, big bosses, n great score,
  14. piscatela
    Jun 5, 2012
    10
    I do not understand why such a bad review about a lot of people compared with the console version which is stupid!! I give now for Uncharted! Best fps mobile game ever! No comment...
  15. Rxl209
    Jun 7, 2012
    10
    Do not hesitate about purchasing burning skies because it is one of the best vita titles available. You cannot find a portable FPS like this on any other handheld device.
  16. Drmolo
    Jun 22, 2012
    10
    I played this game and really enjoyed it. don't listen to the critics they are comparing this game to the ps3 resistance series. over 10 guns myltiplayer is nice i likes it
  17. rfkvmrfovoefmv
    Aug 10, 2012
    10
    I love this game especially the multiplayer, some issues online but its going to be fixed in the next patch.
    Story is pretty good and i like the Online Multiplayer.
    10.
  18. iamTylerDurden
    Jun 9, 2013
    10
    THIS GAME IS EXCELLENT! Critics and people who claim to be resistance/ps fans unfairly disrespecting this game is absurd. Burning Skies is exponentially better than the subpar Unit 13, Burning Skies actually has a campaign unlike unit 13 and a standard (current day 6-8hr) length campaign that is really good. Burning skies has better graphics that are pretty good actually, a much betterTHIS GAME IS EXCELLENT! Critics and people who claim to be resistance/ps fans unfairly disrespecting this game is absurd. Burning Skies is exponentially better than the subpar Unit 13, Burning Skies actually has a campaign unlike unit 13 and a standard (current day 6-8hr) length campaign that is really good. Burning skies has better graphics that are pretty good actually, a much better frame rate than unit 13. Unit 13 has a horrible frame rate do people not notice this? Yet, Unit gets compared to Burning skies by uninformed people and it out sold BS. I was weary about this game but i still got it because i am an actual playstation and Insomniac fan unlike all you other people down rating this game. So you say you played the game so you obviously have a Vita but you don't deserve to own a Vita or any playstation product if you don't support good sony exclusives go buy Call of Duty on xbox or the ultimate "dude" "Bro man" silly looking muscle bound charactor modeled Gears of War which really has gripping story huh? To the people saying the story sucks, it doesn't at all and even gets strongly emotional when you are forced to do something terribly heart breaking late in the game, now that is a gripping and sad emotional moment granted it doesn't last long enough but it is better story and more emotional than anything in halo or gears and that is one scene on a handheld! Not to mention a good setting taking place in ny/nj even a level inside a giant organic chimera ship where the walls are tissue matter ect. not to mention a battle on a crumbling George Washington bridge! I've heard people say that "how come citizens aren't all over and you only encounter stray random groups or just random individuals a little bit?" The chimera rounded most of them up and put them into camps as outlined in the game. Besides the rest are in hiding as shown the strays you find quivering behind a car or in a basement. Your character Tom Riley is an awsome character he is a 3rd generation nyc fireman on the search for his wife and daughter who uses his dead father's badass fire axe to slay chimera on the streets of nyc. You slash and smash chimera with touchscreen controls using an axe The controls are spectacular and easily the highlight of the game. It handles every bit as well as a console FPS and better than most. For being the frist dual analog FPS on a handheld and nailing the gameplay and controls making it feel seemless to any console FPS fan Nihilistic deserves respect and so does Insomniac for their help and input. Nobody can deny the controls are great and shooting down chimera is....fun, remember that fun thing that so many games neglect.WEAPON WHEEL, nobody can deny that the weapon wheel returning is awsome. IT has a variety of great guns some classics like the bullseye,auger,fareye,hedgehog grenade, the carbine and more. Weapons like a double barrel shotgun with a crossbow attached to it (yes it is as cool as it sounds) the bow part can shoot exploding arrows which you can increase the explosion size with grey tech upgrades as all the weapons in the game are massively customizable from scopes to bigger explosion radius to faster reloads to clip size to more unique upgrades each weapon has i think 6-8 upgrades if you find enough grey tech which is scattered in obscure areas. The game features front and back touchscreen controls which do not feel tacked on at all. They make the game more fun and are precise like touchscreen slashing your axe is great, touchscreen grenade controls and many secondary fire touchscreen controls. They even have a touchscreen control for reloading your arrows in the crossbow which works really well is simple to master and fun. Masterfully crafted controls all in all, huge boss fights on a dual analog HD FPS are you kidding me giant satisfying boss fights, fun multiplayer granted the maps are a little small it has all the current day perks of a console multiplayer obviously an xp leveling with weapon/ability and skin perks.The infected mode for multiplayer was borderline genius as well as getting infected through near and getting double xp, you play as chimera or soldiers in multiplayer and it is fun.Yes the game is easy to platinum if you beat the game you will likely be close to a platinum but you still have to go back and do a few more things, since when did people complain about a platinum being too easy? Or maybe you want the trophy setup like Ninja Gaiden Sigma Plus for the Vita making it virtually impossible to platinum-or at least forcing over 150hrs of game time to platinum thanx ninja gay den but no thanx i can proudly say i platinumed Burning skies and im not mad about that. score 9/10RBS… Expand
  19. justagamer123
    Dec 23, 2013
    10
    this game is really fun i have played through it 3 times already and got every single trophy. am just going to say that yes the story is just awful but the game works fine i never had a problem.

    again with the story Mario games have no story yet they are great. if you love any of the resistance games then this one is a must have. i live in Canada and i can get the game for 10 bucks this    this game is really fun i have played through it 3 times already and got every single trophy. am just going to say that yes the story is just awful but the game works fine i never had a problem.

    again with the story Mario games have no story yet they are great. if you love any of the resistance games then this one is a must have. i live in Canada and i can get the game for 10 bucks this is a steal i have put about 30 hours in it for 10 bucks.    … Expand
  20. ZombieFan281
    Jun 12, 2012
    9
    8.75 / out of 10. This is by far the best handheld FPS game. Not sure how so many reviews are complaining about the story whenever whomever plays threw it, its clearly noted what is going on.. The gameplay, graphics and controls are excellent. Hopefully they will release an add on with a longer story and more unlockables. Possibly even some more levels and game modes online. Still, I enjoy8.75 / out of 10. This is by far the best handheld FPS game. Not sure how so many reviews are complaining about the story whenever whomever plays threw it, its clearly noted what is going on.. The gameplay, graphics and controls are excellent. Hopefully they will release an add on with a longer story and more unlockables. Possibly even some more levels and game modes online. Still, I enjoy playing 4-4 TDM.… Expand
  21. godWhisperer
    Jun 7, 2012
    9
    After about 12 hours playing this game, I'd say it's uneven but great at times. The single player campaign seems barely ps2 quality graphics and gameplay- it's jarring (in 2012) to see the bodies of your fallen opponents almost immediately disappear, and the overall look of the campaign just show the power that the vita has. HOWEVER, the multiplayer in this game is awesome for a hand-heldAfter about 12 hours playing this game, I'd say it's uneven but great at times. The single player campaign seems barely ps2 quality graphics and gameplay- it's jarring (in 2012) to see the bodies of your fallen opponents almost immediately disappear, and the overall look of the campaign just show the power that the vita has. HOWEVER, the multiplayer in this game is awesome for a hand-held device, very nearly a real console-type experience. It's true that there's not much for gun or loadout customization, but this game has real (dare I say COD-style) online multiplayer and it's fun as hell. This might not be the most impressive of the initial vita games, but it probably be the one I play most because I can get that competitive mutiplayer game on the go. I can see where the bad reviews come from, but this game is worth it in spades for me because I love to play online shooters. I would love to see more objective-based MP modes and more guns for this game in the future.… Expand
  22. RAR3
    May 31, 2012
    9
    A solid FPS single player experience. It was everything I could have asked for. I was surprised by how well the touchscreen was incorporated into the control mechanics. I was also pleased at how well the dual analog worked as I was afraid it would be too twitchy to play a FPS with. Overall, the game was visually pleasing and the story was good. If you're looking for a platinum trophy,A solid FPS single player experience. It was everything I could have asked for. I was surprised by how well the touchscreen was incorporated into the control mechanics. I was also pleased at how well the dual analog worked as I was afraid it would be too twitchy to play a FPS with. Overall, the game was visually pleasing and the story was good. If you're looking for a platinum trophy, it's very easy to obtain in this game. One play through the game and you'll almost guarantee yourself the platinum trophy. I also recommend that people who usually play shooters on normal to play this game on the "difficult" setting right from the get go, as it's difficulty is quite easy. I can't tell you how the multiplayer was because sadly, I do not have a NAT 2 internet connection, which is required for multiplayer.… Expand
  23. smartassx
    Jan 18, 2014
    9
    I would like to give this game a 8.5 but i rounded up

    Great game. Pretty good story too. I liked that their wasnt no **** ass aim assist. I also liked that i was a Legend and no some guy who does all the work and get no credit in the end. I hope they make another one i feel like their was some unfinished business with that random girl. Like it set it up for us to hook up and then i    I would like to give this game a 8.5 but i rounded up

    Great game. Pretty good story too. I liked that their wasnt no **** ass aim assist. I also liked that i was a Legend and no some guy who does all the work and get no credit in the end.

    I hope they make another one i feel like their was some unfinished business with that random girl. Like it set it up for us to hook up and then i walked away.. wtf    … Expand
  24. NonFlyingDutchy
    May 29, 2012
    9
    The singleplayer campaign is very entertaining, looks good and let you get used tot the controls. The multiplayer is even better then the singleplayer campaign. The graphics aren't that bad, but I wanted to play this game mostly for the story.
  25. mschimen
    May 29, 2012
    9
    Really amazing game that shows the beginning of a portable FPS revolution! Plays so good, and the screen pops with epic gun play that rivals the early PS3 shooters. The Vita has so many good games for this early in its life span, and Resistance Burning Skies is a amazing addition to a ever growing list of AAA experiences.
  26. psvita_jg
    May 30, 2012
    9
    This game is great! Lovde the Single Player and Multiplayer! I don't know why there are so many bad reviews. The Controls are great and the graphics are okay. I like the weapon upgrades and other features.
    9/10
  27. leomessirox8
    May 30, 2012
    9
    Don't listen to most of the critics. They haven't kept in mind that this is the first-ever FPS for the PSVIta, and they keep comparing it to the Console Resistance games. They can't compare this game to the console versions. After playing through the campaign, I have found the graphics and gameplay very solid. It is a great FPS, and once they fix the online problem, it will be even better.Don't listen to most of the critics. They haven't kept in mind that this is the first-ever FPS for the PSVIta, and they keep comparing it to the Console Resistance games. They can't compare this game to the console versions. After playing through the campaign, I have found the graphics and gameplay very solid. It is a great FPS, and once they fix the online problem, it will be even better. Don't be disappointed by the critics. I almost cancelled my order for this game, but I am glad I didn't.… Expand
  28. Dropzone
    May 31, 2012
    9
    I haven't had this much fun with a handheld console shooter since, ever. The graphics need a bit of polish, but throwing hand grenades from the touch sceen, sniping with precision, and just bad-assing around with my Vita, especially so early in the development cycle, is a blast. I can easily say, for $39 I've already had more fun with this than a lot of over-hyped $60 titles that get wayI haven't had this much fun with a handheld console shooter since, ever. The graphics need a bit of polish, but throwing hand grenades from the touch sceen, sniping with precision, and just bad-assing around with my Vita, especially so early in the development cycle, is a blast. I can easily say, for $39 I've already had more fun with this than a lot of over-hyped $60 titles that get way more love online. It has to be said, no: it's not a PS3 version of Resistance, but it is a super-fun experience, for kicking back with a drink or a coffee, and hanging out blowing up creatures for an hour at a time.… Expand
  29. adamsfall
    Jun 14, 2012
    9
    How do you judge the first FPS on a system? Not by comparing it to the other games in the series, which were released on home consoles. Making such a comparison is completely unfair and unrealistic. The first FPS for the Vita could never have delivered as much as resistance 3. What it does offer is a fresh new handheld experience, which is incredibly enjoyable.

    Resistance: Burning    How do you judge the first FPS on a system? Not by comparing it to the other games in the series, which were released on home consoles. Making such a comparison is completely unfair and unrealistic. The first FPS for the Vita could never have delivered as much as resistance 3. What it does offer is a fresh new handheld experience, which is incredibly enjoyable.

    Resistance: Burning Skies' gameplay makes fantastic use of the dual analog sticks. The controls take some getting used to because it is an absolutely new experience. Once you get the hang of it, it comes naturally. The story isn't quite up to par with the console versions of the game, but it still offers a new side to a story we have all come to love. The storytelling was oddly compelling for such a simple idea. The pre-level comic book animations with the radio voice overs really made me fall in love.

    The thing I have been most impressed with is the online modes. There are only 4 modes, but all of them are fun time killers just like any CoD or Battlefield. This is the ONLY true online shooter currently available for the Vita, which is all the more reason to pick it up. The matchmaking is seamless and the games glitch less the CoD. If you have a Vita, like shooters, and aren't playing this... you're missing out. With not many games even out for the system besides the old PSP games, this is a great reason to dust of your Vita until more games are released.    … Expand
  30. mrblack7
    Jul 31, 2012
    9
    I don't understand why the expectations are stacked so high for this game. Think of this game to be the equivalent to the first Resistance on the Playstation 3. The graphics impress yet can definitely be improved, the gameplay is fun and intuitive with the touch integration feeling less gimmicky and more natural. The controls take a little getting used to but showcase the full potential ofI don't understand why the expectations are stacked so high for this game. Think of this game to be the equivalent to the first Resistance on the Playstation 3. The graphics impress yet can definitely be improved, the gameplay is fun and intuitive with the touch integration feeling less gimmicky and more natural. The controls take a little getting used to but showcase the full potential of the first person shooter genre on the Vita. The multiplayer is simplistic yet by no means dull or boring and with interesting weapons and a levelling up system akin to its console counterparts. Viewing this as a launch year game, it is harsh to dwell on the games shortcomings (the audio for gunfire is just awful, character models lack the shine as do certain parts of the game, slow down occurs when things get too hectic and it can be difficult to get into a game online) when it is the first game of the series, the first game by the developer, and the first FPS game for the Vita. As all consoles have proven, the games can only improve graphics wise and gameplay wise year by year e.g. compare the first Uncharted to its sequel… Expand
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#54 Best PS Vita Game of 2012
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Metascore
60

Mixed or average reviews - based on 63 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 10 out of 63
  2. Mixed: 43 out of 63
  3. Negative: 10 out of 63
  1. Absolute Games
    Aug 30, 2012
    48
    Six hours of your life, roughly one hour per each level, will drain away, leaving you only with disappointment.
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  2. Gaming Nexus
    Aug 10, 2012
    70
    Resistance: Burning Skies is an admirable effort but ends of leaving a lot to be desired. The game may carry the popular Resistance name, but the experience certainly doesn't mimic the standard(s) set by that previous entries in the series. Still, this is solid proof that the FPS-genre can succeed on a handheld system.
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  3. Level7.nu
    Aug 3, 2012
    70
    Proof that first person shooters can work perfectly on portable consoles. The arsenal is as good as ever in the Resistance-series, but the campaign is quite short and forgettable.
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