Xenogears

 PlayStation
Metascore
84

Generally favorable reviews - based on 15 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 14 out of 15
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 15
  3. Negative: 0 out of 15
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  1. GamePro
    60
    A relentlessly slow plot, plodding dialogue, and the unfortunate fumble of the robot interfaces's potential keeps Xenogears out of that stratosphere enjoyed by its far superior cousin, "Final Fantasy VII."

Awards & Rankings

11
#11 Best PS1 Game of 1998
5
#5 Most Discussed PS1 Game of 1998
5
#5 Most Shared PS1 Game of 1998

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User Score
9.2

Universal acclaim- based on 397 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 364 out of 397
  2. Mixed: 11 out of 397
  3. Negative: 22 out of 397
  1. Seryin
    Mar 9, 2013
    10
    I admit that after time has taken its toll on this game that it is a bit hard to go back to now with all these new great games out. However,I admit that after time has taken its toll on this game that it is a bit hard to go back to now with all these new great games out. However, Xenogears still is my favorite game of all time. I enjoyed the story greatly and once you figure out the combat system, it was one of the most fun of its time. Better than the regular turn based stuff from old rpgs.… Full Review »
  2. Serenityinaz12
    May 28, 2015
    10
    This and the Xenosaga series are the most deep and intricate plot lines I have every experienced in a video game, and I have played prettyThis and the Xenosaga series are the most deep and intricate plot lines I have every experienced in a video game, and I have played pretty much every game that is known for having a good story. Couldn't recommend more.… Full Review »
  3. nicolasnova
    Mar 7, 2015
    10
    If I had to write a review of this game in one word, will be wonderful. The people who created this game were very intelligent or maybe soIf I had to write a review of this game in one word, will be wonderful. The people who created this game were very intelligent or maybe so stupids, because they talk about religion!!!! they had balls to created this game in 1998. Amazing game.… Full Review »
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