Enslaved: Odyssey to the West

 Xbox 360
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7.8

Generally favorable reviews- based on 343 Ratings

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  1. pots555
    Oct 15, 2010
    10
    Do yourself a favor and buy this game. You know, in a gamer's life, there is a time when you ask yourself, do I want more from my games than just mindless shooting? Do I want an amazing story, believable characters, incredible dialogue, super graphics and fun gameplay? If you answered yes, please support this game. You won't regret it.
  2. TiKiMaN1
    Oct 6, 2010
    10
    Wow...this game is amazing! I have played a ton of games this year, but I must say I have been blown away by how fantastic this game is. This game is extremely underrated. I'm really not sure why this game isn't more popular. Here is my small attempt to get the word out.

    The game is set in a post-apocalyptic United States that has been overrun by vicious mechs. You play as a character    Wow...this game is amazing! I have played a ton of games this year, but I must say I have been blown away by how fantastic this game is. This game is extremely underrated. I'm really not sure why this game isn't more popular. Here is my small attempt to get the word out.

    The game is set in a post-apocalyptic United States that has been overrun by vicious mechs. You play as a character named Monkey with awesome climbing and fighting abilities. With the "help" of female companion Trip, you escape a slave ship together. The gameplay involves solving puzzles and fighting mechs with your female companion throughout the game. Trip reminds me a lot of Elika from 2008's Prince of Persia. She is very helpful throughout the game, and although the game is one long escort mission she never gets in the way. The gameplay reminds me most of 2008's Prince of Persia, except the weapons are very different. The climbing in the game reminds me of both Prince of Persia and Uncharted 2.

    The graphics are awesome! The scenery and character models are both very well done. The game world is extremely colorful and beautiful. The sound is also incredible. I really love the epic soundtrack. The voice acting is extremely well done and made me really care about the characters. Perhaps one of the best aspects of the game is the story. For me it's a tossup between Mass Effect 2, Alan Wake, and Enslaved: Odyssey to the West for best video game story of the year.

    Don't take this game for granted. You need to play Enslaved: Odyssey to the West, especially if you enjoyed Uncharted 2 or Prince of Persia 2008. Really can't express enough how enjoyable this game is. On "Normal" settings the game took me about 10.5 hours to complete. I'm looking forward to another play through on "Hard" settings.    … Expand
  3. edwarb1994
    Oct 12, 2010
    10
    great visuals, voice acting and a story that will keep you at the edge of your seat. this is a game that puts story first over game play. and i love that
  4. MadMan
    Oct 11, 2010
    10
    At the end of the day it's my Sci-Fi Game of the Year. The various themes, and the parallelism that can be seen in Enslaved is unheard of in a video game setting. It's seem as if Ninja Theory is nearing the Ken Levine status. The ending was weird. In a good way. Hell I might even say epicly weird. It doesn't like a proper conclusion, which some people will be upset by, and some will feelAt the end of the day it's my Sci-Fi Game of the Year. The various themes, and the parallelism that can be seen in Enslaved is unheard of in a video game setting. It's seem as if Ninja Theory is nearing the Ken Levine status. The ending was weird. In a good way. Hell I might even say epicly weird. It doesn't like a proper conclusion, which some people will be upset by, and some will feel it's rather random. But I didn't. Either you'll love the ending, or you'll be displeased by the ending. Simple as that.

    I'm sad. I'm sad to know that after this chapter there will only be 1 left. One. With Enslaved, it's almost as if you have to pace yourself, because this game sucks you in so easily. It could already be 1:00am, and your already on Chapter 10, and once you finally realize what chapter your on, your like damn While this game has faults, mainly it's sensitive controls, awkward camera, it's repetitive combat system, it's still a game worth playing. The cast of characters, and the emotional bond they create is a sight to behold. Not that it's anything spectacular, but the fact it's being done in a videogaming medium. The story is pretty simple. Monkey get's captured on a slave ship. The ship begins to hurdle down to NYC, you see this girl escape. You manage to escape, you cling on to the last escape pod, and basically become entwined with Tripp's life. Simple story, but the characters is this games shining beacon. I really miss games like Enslaved. Before back in the ps2, and xbox days we would see many platform games like Enslaved. Today we're riddled with sequels, and unimaginative fps. So it's refreshing to see a new ip, that resembles the hey day of Jak and Daxter. But what's more refershing to see, is that with Enslaved, Ninja Theory shows what the future of gaming could be. The characters, the motion capturing. The tight, and great journey of a ride. If only all games could be like Enslaved (in terms of characters, and story).

    I ore you. If you enjoy story driven games than do yourself a favor and checkout this epic journey! PS: Please I beg you guys who are playing the 1st 5 chapters and feel that this game is boring, and medicore. The first 5-6 chapters nearly made me quite. It's the slowest part of the game. So I implore you, once you leave NYC, and journey to Tripps village, well that's when the REAL journey begins.    … Expand
  5. LadiesMan32
    Oct 27, 2010
    10
    This game is truly stunning! I havent enjoyed a game this much for a long time! As soon as i finished my first play through i started it right up again and played it a second time and enjoyed it just as much as the first. The graphics are great, this game has the best facial expressions and voice acting ive seen in a game. The characters are great in this game, all throughout the game iThis game is truly stunning! I havent enjoyed a game this much for a long time! As soon as i finished my first play through i started it right up again and played it a second time and enjoyed it just as much as the first. The graphics are great, this game has the best facial expressions and voice acting ive seen in a game. The characters are great in this game, all throughout the game i couldnt stop thinking and wondering whats going to happen to Trip and Monkey next. The gameplay is solid. People say there arent alot of combos to do or anything. There are many different types of attacks which you can upgrade throughout the game. Heck, i cant stand games where they make you memorize 20 different attack combos which make you click something ridiculous like A,B,Y,A,A,ARB,B,B,A,X,X,A,X just for a jump attack or somthing. The story through the game is amazing and totally sucks you in, the ending is pretty epic too. The relationship between Trip and Monkey in this game is very well done and well showed out. Its deff one of my favs, i paid full price and dont regret it at all. If you are even slightly interested in this game i say GO BUY IT! or at least rent it because i can tell you now that you'll love it! It really bothers me that this game isnt that popular, its such a good game and deserves the sales.… Expand
  6. JDB4RDR
    Nov 1, 2010
    10
    Well, well, well, Enslaved: Odyssey to the West where to begin. How about Enslaved if not for Red Dead Redemption would be my vote for game of the year. Never has such a game made me feel for the characters how I did when plating this. Such a low metascore of 81, this should be in the mid nineties it is that good. The controls which have come under scrutiny by the critics seem absolutelyWell, well, well, Enslaved: Odyssey to the West where to begin. How about Enslaved if not for Red Dead Redemption would be my vote for game of the year. Never has such a game made me feel for the characters how I did when plating this. Such a low metascore of 81, this should be in the mid nineties it is that good. The controls which have come under scrutiny by the critics seem absolutely fine to me and are perfectly suited to the game. Monkey and Trip are two of the greatest video game characters that I have seen (Trip=hot). The amount of detail that are in the facial expressions is incredible, and the voice acting is brilliant. This game has amazing set piece after set piece (especially the opening and ending sequences). The platforming part of the game is genius because sure it is almost impossible to die, but that's what the games creators wanted it to be like. It just makes you feel like a movie and your the main character. The presentation is of the highest quality, breathtaking visuals and an awesome soundtrack make this game essential in my eyes. 10/10 well done Namco/Ninja Theory. Fingers crossed for more.… Expand
  7. TheSage
    Nov 11, 2010
    10
    This game is a contender for game of the year. This game has been overshadowed by the releases of other games such as Medal of Honor and Castlevania: Lords of Shadow, but this is game is better than both of these games. The story is great and sucks you in to the game. The characters, like every Ninja Theory character, have personalities that are believable, and at some points, you forgetThis game is a contender for game of the year. This game has been overshadowed by the releases of other games such as Medal of Honor and Castlevania: Lords of Shadow, but this is game is better than both of these games. The story is great and sucks you in to the game. The characters, like every Ninja Theory character, have personalities that are believable, and at some points, you forget you are playing a game and maybe you are watching the best reality TV show ever. This game is really worth a look, it is short and sweet, It is a game you can beat in a day or two, but you will not regret the time spent playing Enslaved.… Expand
  8. Poiter_23
    Nov 16, 2010
    10
    I am a massive RPG fan, as this game is not an rpg i am hugely impressed it awesome graphics great story fantastic gameplay. It just rules definately pick this one up
  9. RPGROB
    May 18, 2011
    10
    This game is not only art, but a masterpiece. It's the culmination of 3 decades of video games. It has just enough dialogue and cutscenes to play as a movie, but just enough gameplay to also be a game. I love it. People who say you can die during cutscenes... don't listen to them, you get to choose when you hear dialogue. You should kill all the enemies before you do that. The ending ofThis game is not only art, but a masterpiece. It's the culmination of 3 decades of video games. It has just enough dialogue and cutscenes to play as a movie, but just enough gameplay to also be a game. I love it. People who say you can die during cutscenes... don't listen to them, you get to choose when you hear dialogue. You should kill all the enemies before you do that. The ending of this game is truly amazing and raises a very important question on morality. The way boss battles play out is similar to God of war. You wittle ttheir health down then do the right combo of buttons to finish them off. Graphics are AMAZING, they really suck you into this world. Play it if you like epic experiences.… Expand
  10. Ps3blaze22
    Feb 19, 2012
    10
    Enslaved: odyssey to the west is BY FAR the most UNDERRATED game this gen!!! Honestly i dont know how can people buy a game like call of duty every year and not buy this game. This game is a like a mix between uncharted+prince of persia.. I highly recommend it especially if you like action-adventure games
  11. Mohammad22
    Feb 19, 2012
    10
    This game BY FAR the most UNDERRATED game this gen!!! Honestly i dont know how it didnt sell well! I will honestly buy this game over an overrated game like call of duty anyday and This game is a like a mix between uncharted+jak and daxter.. I highly recommend it especially if you like action-adventure games
  12. XymoXian
    Dec 14, 2011
    10
    Masterpiece! It is such a pity this game has not sold more copies cause I'd love the story to continue. The most enjoyable gameplay, wonderful locations, lovable characters, great music. Give this game a chance and you will be rewarded with an unforgettable adventure.
  13. kungfucolin
    Jan 30, 2012
    10
    This is a spectacular game. Not only will you fall in love with the characters, but you will inexorably be drawn into this vibrant world, which just could be an eerily accurate representation of the future. The story is a retelling of the chinese classic: Monkey Magic. The voice acting is superb, this game sets a new standard for action adventure titles.
  14. MegWhiteley
    Mar 2, 2012
    10
    A great new classic, this game is the perfection of the adventure games, the story is sorpresive, the graphics are really beautiful. Is a magnificent game, satisfactory, incredible. Enslaved is AWESOME.
  15. AwesomeGamer
    Mar 6, 2012
    10
    MOST UNDERRATED GAME EVER!!!!!!

    I just dont get how can people dislike this game.. It AMAZING! The story is really, the characters are really likeable, and the game is FUN,, i recommend this game to EVERYONE!
  16. withe1982
    Oct 8, 2012
    10
    MY GOD how have I missed this game. Amazing from start to finish. Graphically outstanding and the performances of the lead cast are nothing short of mesmerising. I've never been as invested in two lead characters since ICO on the PS2. The story of Monkey and Trip is an enchanting one as two people are forced together through adversity. The voice acting of Andy Serkis and Lindsey Shaw isMY GOD how have I missed this game. Amazing from start to finish. Graphically outstanding and the performances of the lead cast are nothing short of mesmerising. I've never been as invested in two lead characters since ICO on the PS2. The story of Monkey and Trip is an enchanting one as two people are forced together through adversity. The voice acting of Andy Serkis and Lindsey Shaw is some of the best and the chemistry between the two is a joy.

    Gameplay wise Enslaved is rather simple fare, Taking inspiration from numerous other titles. Combat is very GOW where traversing the environments is straight out of Nathern Drakes handbook. Funnily I often thought the game had a hand from Naughty Dog which is a massive compliment to Ninja Theory. There's a few little set pieces that are very memorable but it does get slightly samey towards the end. ...But it's not the gameplay that'll have you coming back to this title time and time again. It's the story. Based loosely around an old Chinese tale it which plunges you head-long into the relationship between two polar opposite personalities who are inexplicably thrust together and bound to complete this memorable Journey.

    I for one would Happily Journey North, east, South and West many times for engaging story telling such as this. Amazing!!    … Expand
  17. iddqd4
    Mar 17, 2018
    10
    Очень красивое и атмосферное приключение в мире после апокалипсиса, но не выжженного ядерным огнем, а покинутого заброшенного, поросшего зеленью и травой. За сюжет отвечал крайне толковый специалист Алекс Гарленд, будущий голливудский режиссер и сценарист, вышло просто замечательно.Очень красивое и атмосферное приключение в мире после апокалипсиса, но не выжженного ядерным огнем, а покинутого заброшенного, поросшего зеленью и травой. За сюжет отвечал крайне толковый специалист Алекс Гарленд, будущий голливудский режиссер и сценарист, вышло просто замечательно.
  18. JamesIrish68
    Aug 9, 2014
    10
    Gorgeous game..Excellently drawn characters with a tremendous story line. Just the right level of humour. The setting is one of the most beautiful I've ever seen to watch..Only shame is that there will be no sequel..
  19. Anarchy5partan
    Mar 9, 2016
    10
    I am writing this review with the Xbox One out, the PS4, and I still have to say, this is my favorite game I've ever played. And still one of the best looking. At the start, I was indifferent to the characters, and entranced with the gameplay itself. As the story progressed, I was attached to the characters. I love the story, and it honestly hurt when it ended because I didn't want it toI am writing this review with the Xbox One out, the PS4, and I still have to say, this is my favorite game I've ever played. And still one of the best looking. At the start, I was indifferent to the characters, and entranced with the gameplay itself. As the story progressed, I was attached to the characters. I love the story, and it honestly hurt when it ended because I didn't want it to stop. The fighting is fun, nothing too complex about it, or too simple. You still have to have some skill for it. Many fights you can avoid altogether using stealth. There are puzzles throughout it, and they aren't truly that difficult, once you find the trick to each one, it is just moving through it. Sound wise, musically it is perfect. The music is good, and fits the situations. The voice acting is nice, and definitely better than most. This isn't anything super exciting though. Not the game you sit at the edge of your seat often. Just sit back, relax, and fall in love with this beautiful game. 11/10 xD… Expand
  20. missael
    Jul 12, 2017
    10
    Juego sumamente recomendado si disfrutas de los juegos de aventuras con un toque de hack n Slash, algunas secciones de sigilo y exploración, si disfrutas de títulos como Darksiders o Uncharted este titulo te encantara porque es una mezcla de ambos!!!
  21. BeeSting1
    Jan 1, 2021
    10
    Amazing story and ending. Excellent emotions and character relationships. Fun combat. Gorgeous game.

    This is one of those games that you will remember for a long time after you play it. Everything from the gameplay, graphics, character, story, etc, YOU WILL REMEMBER. (ok, maybe not everyone, but I will remember for sure though.) You will be controlling Monkey who mainly helps out Trip    Amazing story and ending. Excellent emotions and character relationships. Fun combat. Gorgeous game.

    This is one of those games that you will remember for a long time after you play it. Everything from the gameplay, graphics, character, story, etc, YOU WILL REMEMBER. (ok, maybe not everyone, but I will remember for sure though.) You will be controlling Monkey who mainly helps out Trip throughout their amazing journey.

    There are light and heavy attacks, you can use to make your combos with monkey's staff. However, you need to strategically use a stagger attack and a stun attack in different situations to be able to get through the tougher battles in the game. There are a lot of jumping around and getting through obstacles. There isn't too much control of where you can choose to jump, but I enjoyed watching and controlling Monkey making his way around the environment. There are also a number of parts of the game where you have to get behind cover and take out mechs using your staff which can shoot plasma shots, which is fun also. Another big part of the game is helping trip and yourself get past obstacles with levers and platforms.

    The story is amazing. However, I do not want to get too deep into it because I do not want to spoil anything. I will however say that the interactions between the characters and their relationships are very interesting and realistic through watching the cut scenes and from what they say during normal travel/battle.

    The graphics are beautiful. There are detailed environments, accurate emotions from characters' facial features, etc.

    Overall, this is one of the best action games I have ever played. It has the most excellent story for an action game. Usually only found in good RPGS. This is a must get! You just have to try it, and play to the end! The ending is so great!

    Thank you for reading. If you enjoyed my review please add me and track me. I will write more.    … Expand
  22. new_casual
    Sep 11, 2021
    10
    Vary touching game, that holds you to the ending. Sweet characters, chemistry in relationship and feeling personal emotions makes you like a part of this journey. Vary simple fighting part of gameplay and amount of parkour solve-puzzle situations, and character dialogues makes walkthrough fun just every given moment. Dear Ninja Theory, please give us a sequel!
  23. JohnMarston
    Oct 19, 2010
    9
    Enslaved is a great game, i just got done beating it and boy, it blew me away. it is based on a 17th century Chinese epic about group of characters (Monkey, Tripitaka, and Pigsy) to find enlightenment. But this game is set in a post-apocalyptic America and for the most part, is loosely based on it. This game's visuals are astounding, probably due to unreal engine, i mean just lookingEnslaved is a great game, i just got done beating it and boy, it blew me away. it is based on a 17th century Chinese epic about group of characters (Monkey, Tripitaka, and Pigsy) to find enlightenment. But this game is set in a post-apocalyptic America and for the most part, is loosely based on it. This game's visuals are astounding, probably due to unreal engine, i mean just looking around is just amazing. The story is a heartwarming and very enjoyable journey to help find Trip's home. The game play is super smooth. Climbing is a bit to easy but still fun. the fighting mechanic is really satisfying and i almost never got angry at it. i would strongly recommend this game, it is a great way to spend the weekend :)… Expand
  24. Forza182
    Oct 11, 2010
    9
    It's just one of those games that they don't make enough of anymore for all the right reasons. Gameplay, characters, music, graphics, it's all there.
  25. SAVAGEHENRY
    Oct 18, 2010
    9
    All in all this game is superb in terms of design and attention to detail. Character development is all it needs to be for the games length, and the story wraps up nicely. That being the major fault, it is not long enough to really give me all I was looking for. but in terms of overall quality it is very good indeed.
  26. Chronolp5
    Dec 3, 2010
    9
    Enslaved: Odyssey to the West's sublime mixture of storytelling, likeable characters, and varied gameplay creates an immersive and cohesive entertainment experience. If the technical aspects of the game had been more polished, and the platforming more skill based, Enslaved would have been an absolute masterpiece. As it stands, Ninja Theory's latest project still manages to be a standoutEnslaved: Odyssey to the West's sublime mixture of storytelling, likeable characters, and varied gameplay creates an immersive and cohesive entertainment experience. If the technical aspects of the game had been more polished, and the platforming more skill based, Enslaved would have been an absolute masterpiece. As it stands, Ninja Theory's latest project still manages to be a standout title because it represents a perfect example of how to tell a story in a videogame without imitating film or tv. Ninja Theory has created a memorable experience that only the videogame medium can deliver.… Expand
  27. Desolator
    Oct 9, 2010
    9
    Enslaved has what I think to be the best character animation ever in a video game, combined with a unique world, a solid story and good voice acting, Enslaved is one of the best games this year. It is unfortunate that it's held back somewhat numerous control and technical issues.
  28. jaz350z
    Oct 10, 2010
    9
    This is a video review. In order to view the video, click here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wUv0xghIfmI
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    Enslaved: Odyssey to the West is an action-adventure game developed by Ninja Theory and published by Namco Bandai. ----------- Check out my channel here: http://www.youtube.com/jaz350z for more videos including: unboxings, news, reviews, gameplay, free wallpapers, and MUCH    This is a video review. In order to view the video, click here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wUv0xghIfmI
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    Enslaved: Odyssey to the West is an action-adventure game developed by Ninja Theory and published by Namco Bandai.
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    Check out my channel here: http://www.youtube.com/jaz350z for more videos including: unboxings, news, reviews, gameplay, free wallpapers, and MUCH more to come.    … Expand
  29. FadeOutAgain
    Nov 14, 2010
    9
    Outstanding and charming new IP with quite a few flaws. Amazingly well told story with excellent cut scenes and facial animation. The story is simply a treat. The pacing is perfect although it has an ending you either love or hate. The combat and controls are sloppy with a pretty annoying camera but it's still fun albeit feeling broken. The game is fun though, it mixes several sloppyOutstanding and charming new IP with quite a few flaws. Amazingly well told story with excellent cut scenes and facial animation. The story is simply a treat. The pacing is perfect although it has an ending you either love or hate. The combat and controls are sloppy with a pretty annoying camera but it's still fun albeit feeling broken. The game is fun though, it mixes several sloppy mechanics together so the variety compensates for it. It has drawbacks but a game I do not hesitate to recommend. I give it a 9 even though it has shortcomings because what it does it does amazingly well. Also pretty vibrant visuals.… Expand
  30. Lunistice
    Oct 19, 2010
    9
    Completely charmed by this game. The art direction is gorgeous, and I can't even begin to say how refreshing it is to play in such a colourful, lovingly built world. The characters really grow on you during the course of the game - so much so that I found that the end came far too quickly. Fingers crossed that the devs are willing and able to make a second game in this world/with theseCompletely charmed by this game. The art direction is gorgeous, and I can't even begin to say how refreshing it is to play in such a colourful, lovingly built world. The characters really grow on you during the course of the game - so much so that I found that the end came far too quickly. Fingers crossed that the devs are willing and able to make a second game in this world/with these characters. Originally rented it, beat it, then went out and bought it two days later.… Expand
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#46 Best Xbox 360 Game of 2010
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#17 Most Discussed Xbox 360 Game of 2010
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#29 Most Shared Xbox 360 Game of 2010

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Metascore
82

Generally favorable reviews - based on 72 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 66 out of 72
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 72
  3. Negative: 0 out of 72
  1. Thunderbolt
    Jan 21, 2011
    80
    The gameplay may not be completely new, then, but this kind of chemistry certainly is. There's no denying it - Enslaved: Odyssey to the West is the best escort 'game' ever made; a spritely little cracker with a lot of heart.
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  2. games(TM)
    Jan 20, 2011
    80
    Enslaved's satisfying blend of narrative and gameplay is bang on the money. [Issue#102, p.111]
  3. Cynamite
    Jan 16, 2011
    80
    Enslaved is scoring with its motivating story, the good graphics and the enjoyable, but not challenging climbing passages. Sadly, the fights are unvaried and there is no multiplayer.
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