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  1. Dec 25, 2022
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  2. Sep 11, 2022
    8
    "Blacklist" is the biggest Splinter Cell ever made, if not the best. It combines the fast action of "Conviction" with the vast environments of "Chaos Theory". The game features several firearms, clothing and gadgets that can be purchased with in-game currency. Its story campaign includes various side-missions that can be played cooperatively with a partner (online or off). These missions"Blacklist" is the biggest Splinter Cell ever made, if not the best. It combines the fast action of "Conviction" with the vast environments of "Chaos Theory". The game features several firearms, clothing and gadgets that can be purchased with in-game currency. Its story campaign includes various side-missions that can be played cooperatively with a partner (online or off). These missions are similar to the Spec Ops levels from the "Modern Warfare" games. "Blacklist" also brings back Spies Vs. Mercs from "Pandora Tomorrow". This mode can be played in either the classic version or in an updated form. Overall, this Splinter Cell is loaded with content and challenges. While not quite a masterpiece, "Blacklist" is very good. I would put it up there with Far Cry 3. This is an 8.5 out of 10. Expand
  3. Mar 15, 2022
    8
    People didn't like how different it was, but i actually think they pulled off the new style very well.
  4. Dec 28, 2021
    8
    Atmosphere: 9
    Enjoyment: 9
    Gameplay: 9
    Graphics: 8
    Music: 7
    Story: 8
    Total: 8.33
  5. Aug 11, 2021
    10
    The best Splinter Cell Game out there! Fantastic Graphics, Great Missions and on Xbox 360 an Must Play Game!
  6. Dec 24, 2020
    8
    Not as good as i remember, but it's still one of the finest games i I've ever played.
  7. Aug 23, 2020
    10
    Es el mejor juego que e jugado tiene muy buenos graficos, mejor jugabilidad, mejor multiplayer, muy entretenido, mejor illuminacion, buena campaña, este es mi titulo favorito. Es un super juegazo! Excelente!
  8. Jun 19, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Final de la saga( por ahora), este juego es mi favorito de todos los splinter cell, molan sus mecanicas, su uso de el sigilo y nuevas herramientas como el trirotor y el los nuevos personajes como briggs y charlie estan muy bien colocados como la escena de briggs es flipante lo que puede ser este juego en primera persona y es otro de mis favoritos, el doblaje como siempre espectacular, todos los mapas con mucho detalle y ningun bug como siempre en esta saga, lo mismo creo que superare las 1000 horas en total en este juego, el enemigo de esta entrega es la ostia con perdon de la palabra, y se trabajaron los personajes segundarios, incluso acabas perdonando a kobin Expand
  9. May 29, 2020
    9
    I am a big Splinter Cell fan. I have played all 6 games in the series. This one is my favorite (Chaos Theory is my second favorite). SP: Blacklist is one of my favorite games ever!

    The story in games like this are usually not my favorite. I think they're hard to follow and not all that interesting. Although, I will admit the main antagonist in Blacklist is really cool for a bad-guy.
    I am a big Splinter Cell fan. I have played all 6 games in the series. This one is my favorite (Chaos Theory is my second favorite). SP: Blacklist is one of my favorite games ever!

    The story in games like this are usually not my favorite. I think they're hard to follow and not all that interesting. Although, I will admit the main antagonist in Blacklist is really cool for a bad-guy.

    The gameplay is underated. It feels open and sandboxy in nature. This element is my favorite part of the experience. It is just fun!

    Though, the worst part by far is the voice actor for Sam himself. He did a good job, but it is just not Michael Ironsides.
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  10. Apr 3, 2020
    10
    Incredible, this game is really unbelievable with so good, beautiful graphics, incredible gameplay, and a story that keeps me from playing, undoubtedly some of the best stealth game I've ever played.
  11. Feb 1, 2020
    9
    The good:
    This game is more similar to the original Xbox Splinter a Cell. Repeat the Mark / Run option to remove targets. Difficulty selector that includes Easy, Normal, Realistic and Perfectionist (the latter can not report bullets or gadgets, without the option to mark / execute, your resistance is low). You have three ways to advance in the missions, these styles allow you to re-play
    The good:
    This game is more similar to the original Xbox Splinter a Cell. Repeat the Mark / Run option to remove targets. Difficulty selector that includes Easy, Normal, Realistic and Perfectionist (the latter can not report bullets or gadgets, without the option to mark / execute, your resistance is low). You have three ways to advance in the missions, these styles allow you to re-play the missions and are not restrictive being able to combine styles
    • Ghost: Infiltration and stealth
    • Panther: Stealth, stalking and minor clashes
    • Assault: Be the same unrecognized brother of Rambo
    Plot twists agree if you hit or miss. The game allows you to decide the order of activities including personal missions of the team for cooperative and competitive. Spies vs. Mercenaries returns as a competitive multiplayer mode. The advanced AI of the enemies, they surround you, they take you out of coverage, the terrorist group The Architects have countermeasures to interfere with your sensors, Voron has your same gadgets including tri-rotary drones and mobile drones that interfere with your gadgets. There are infiltration missions in which the restriction varies (not being detected, not killing anyone, etc.) which gives the game an extra challenge

    The bad:
    The bad sales of this game sent Sam and his team to the freezer. The progression of the purchase of the improvements, all are chained so you can not go to the improvement you want without previously obtaining all the previous ones. The plus improvements and “premium” content are already out of reach because they were unlocked with a Mobile App that is no longer available and in Uplay (some have already removed them). "The fans" were asking for the return of Spies vs. Mercenaries for a long time and this game has it but they didn't even peel it. The multiplayer at the time emptied very fast and today is abandoned

    The Meh!: The cost of the Tom Clancy’s Splinter Cell license and its bad sales meant that Ubisoft will not consider a reissue in the new generation. This game was overshadowed by all the glamor of the new generation back in 2012-2013 and the new and "revolutionary game of the most solid snakes" (MGSV) that first sold a demo with a mission and later an unfinished game and the press put them 100 and people keep applauding them
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  12. Dec 31, 2015
    10
    I really enjoyed this game. I missed out on the 1st 3 splinter cells but gained interest in the series starting at Double Agent. I just purchased the 1st three in a trilogy pack and plan to complete them in order. People are complaining about the pace of the game but you can play this game as slow and methodical as you want, or you can run and gun (COD style). The people complainingI really enjoyed this game. I missed out on the 1st 3 splinter cells but gained interest in the series starting at Double Agent. I just purchased the 1st three in a trilogy pack and plan to complete them in order. People are complaining about the pace of the game but you can play this game as slow and methodical as you want, or you can run and gun (COD style). The people complaining about no Michael Irionside take themselves way to serious. The voice acting is fine and doesn't take away from the great game play. The game is tough and at certain points you have to plot out how you want to complete the task at hand. The series keeps getting better. Blacklist > Conviction > Double Agent. Sam is the man. Expand
  13. Aug 2, 2015
    9
    Tom Clancy's Splinter Cell: Blacklist is an awesome game to play. There are a variety of ways to play, along with a long list of customization. Any fan of stealth games should pick this up.
  14. Jun 20, 2015
    10
    My favourite game of all time! I could play it forever, it is actually the main reason I did not want to sell my 360 to go over to Next Gen. I am ranked #1 All Time World Wide on GB and G2W for Splinter Cell and the highest level online.
  15. Aug 13, 2014
    9
    An amalgam of the best aspects of previous Splinter Cell outings, Blacklist is a fine example of a great stealth game. It thinks critically of what the previous games accomplished and combines them in a great single player, coop, and multiplayer game. I've been playing this one quite a bit in the past year and it still hasn't gotten old. easily one of the best entries in the series.
  16. Jul 24, 2014
    10
    I've been playing splinter cell games since they came out. I remember playing co-op mode with my dad as a little kid on chaos theory. It's not the same game it used to be, but it is still amazing. It's way better than cod or battlefield. As a multiplayer experience not so much, but it reminds players of a time before multiplayer gaming. It takes actual thought and skill, and sometimesI've been playing splinter cell games since they came out. I remember playing co-op mode with my dad as a little kid on chaos theory. It's not the same game it used to be, but it is still amazing. It's way better than cod or battlefield. As a multiplayer experience not so much, but it reminds players of a time before multiplayer gaming. It takes actual thought and skill, and sometimes patience. It's a great game overall and i can't wait to get the next one. Expand
  17. May 14, 2014
    9
    I've been playing all splinter cell franchise except for conviction that I didn't have any interest to play it cuz it looks kinda boring, the first one was good like it had to be, pandora tomorrow was just great mainly because of the Jerusalem chapter that I just loved, chaos theory was the **** and by far the best game in the hole franchise, just play it and u know what I'm talkinI've been playing all splinter cell franchise except for conviction that I didn't have any interest to play it cuz it looks kinda boring, the first one was good like it had to be, pandora tomorrow was just great mainly because of the Jerusalem chapter that I just loved, chaos theory was the **** and by far the best game in the hole franchise, just play it and u know what I'm talkin about , double agent was ok depite the boring missions, blacklist was very very good IMO cause was the first one to have a decent graphic and a good history like a hollywood action movie, thus it has a lot of gadgets to Sam use in the hole game, some of the Sam's knocks out is cool like when he grabs the enemy and smashes the guy's head against the floor and say "shhh" , I loved the trirrotor and the dogs stuff , the only bad thing I thought about blacklist was it had no real stealth in it like in chaos thery for example, it was more action then stealth, but still a badass game but it could be a lot better ! Expand
  18. Jan 30, 2014
    9
    I have only come around to playing this addition splinter and if there is anyone new like me this review may come helpful. And let me put it right out there, this game is really good and out of the entire game I encountered only two issues that got on my nerve, and let me address the elephants in the room right off the start. The graphics and especially facial animation arent very good.I have only come around to playing this addition splinter and if there is anyone new like me this review may come helpful. And let me put it right out there, this game is really good and out of the entire game I encountered only two issues that got on my nerve, and let me address the elephants in the room right off the start. The graphics and especially facial animation arent very good. And in spies vs mercs blacklist I feel is more 3rd person shooter rather than the suspense of the classic.

    Now to the good part.... well thats pretty much everything else. Lets make a comparison Splinter cell BL vs call of duty ghosts one is a challenge and requires mind power to overcome and the other an ape to shoot up with precision. Dont get me wrong im an avid call of duty player but I love the change of things that splinter cell challenges me in every way. Something im not used to in the brain dead call of duty franchise.

    Here is an open territory there is 15 guards how do you deal with this.... in whichever way you want! Thats the beauty of it and I like to take it on personally like in my pandora tomorrow or chaos theory days like a badass wiping every enemy out and later when the inspector comes along no one even knew I was there and the only evidence is a trail of bodies from last night. Yes this game is rewarding personally and customizably. I have owned every splinter cell game and I have never been dissapointed, and once again ubisoft drags me in from the corners just like sam fisher would.

    Besides a lack of beautiful graphics its all balanced and a game that can really be enjoyed by everyone...
    Then the spies vs mercs came along...

    Wow is it intense! late at night I slip on my pair of turtle beach and head onto the classic servers. As merc I wonder around protecting my intel with only a torch to see in the very dark maps. This is what is special the racing of your heart knowing there could be two spies right behind without you even knowing it. And with a good headset you hear the footsteps upon the tin roof, quickly turning your flashlight towards the position only finding nothing. Genuine intense stuff!! Then you a spy and boy do you then feel the power looking at mercs from the rooftop as they walk round nervously. Im hunting my pray and then steal the intel. Hack into the system you hide. And thats when the pressure is on because the mercs are anxious and out to rid of your sneaky ways because if they dont they fail. Its hardcore being in dark spot only seeing the flashlight pass you, your heart beating thinking 'please dont find me' to me all in all those thrills make evrything good about the multiplayer or lets be honest it would just be average.

    So why do I give it a 9?
    Rewarding in every aspect
    Take it on however you want
    Be a badass
    Spies vs mercs classic

    Why is it not a 10
    lackluster graphics
    Spies vs mercs blacklist.

    Appreciate any feedback from this review.
    Happy hunting Sam and Briggs
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  19. Jan 21, 2014
    10
    As a fan that has played all but one of the games in the Splinter Cell series, I will admit I was a little worried about Blacklist. However, this game brings a lot of content to the table and is a great breath of fresh air for the series. Even without Micheal Ironside playing as the voice of Fisher this game does not dissapoint with its ability to openly play down either stealth orAs a fan that has played all but one of the games in the Splinter Cell series, I will admit I was a little worried about Blacklist. However, this game brings a lot of content to the table and is a great breath of fresh air for the series. Even without Micheal Ironside playing as the voice of Fisher this game does not dissapoint with its ability to openly play down either stealth or action archetypes. A must play for any Sam Fisher fan. Expand
  20. Jan 18, 2014
    8
    I wanted to repost another review. my opinion on this game has gone down. the past few months. the more I played it, the more I realized how wrong I was to give this game a 10/10(or was it a 9? I cant remember). this game, while fun, IS NOT the stealth we all know and love from previous games. spies don't sneak, they run around spaming the melee button or spaming emps or shooting the mercsI wanted to repost another review. my opinion on this game has gone down. the past few months. the more I played it, the more I realized how wrong I was to give this game a 10/10(or was it a 9? I cant remember). this game, while fun, IS NOT the stealth we all know and love from previous games. spies don't sneak, they run around spaming the melee button or spaming emps or shooting the mercs down with the guns they should not have in the first place. the MP is filled with a ridicules amount of exploits, and the performance done by eric Johnson was sub par at best. I originally lowered it to 4, btu thought that was WAY to harsh, so I have decided to rest my score at an 8. idk if this will overwrite my previous review, but idc, as most people don't check down all the 70+ reviews anyway. this game is fun, but fans of the original games will be disappointed. Expand
  21. Dec 16, 2013
    9
    Splinter cell blacklist is a great game with very little errors from making it perfect. First of all i am a huge splinter cell fan and this really impressed me (yes Michael Ironside is gone but that wont effect my review). The story is basic, a group of terrorists called the engineers initiate the blacklist a set if escalating attacks on the US but there's a twist if the government was toSplinter cell blacklist is a great game with very little errors from making it perfect. First of all i am a huge splinter cell fan and this really impressed me (yes Michael Ironside is gone but that wont effect my review). The story is basic, a group of terrorists called the engineers initiate the blacklist a set if escalating attacks on the US but there's a twist if the government was to pull out the US forces from all countries round the world it will stop. Its a basic story but it works very well and i really wanted to learn more about the villain and what happens next throughout. The gameplay is excellent mixing some classic chaos theory with the conviction movement and the result is perfect, this whole new idea gives the player the freedom on how to play. Lethal or non-lethal and take out everyone or kill/knock out as little as possible, this caused me to play the campaign multiple times with its smart level design. Expand
  22. Dec 6, 2013
    10
    A truly great game. Improves the style of gameplay introduced by SC:C.

    The game offers loads of single, coop and multiplayer content. The Stealth is a brand of fast paced quick movement stealth, not much like the earlier games, however it is a nice evolution of the gameplay and still feels plausible. You can even play the game gun blazing style, if you are very good. Co-op missions
    A truly great game. Improves the style of gameplay introduced by SC:C.

    The game offers loads of single, coop and multiplayer content. The Stealth is a brand of fast paced quick movement stealth, not much like the earlier games, however it is a nice evolution of the gameplay and still feels plausible. You can even play the game gun blazing style, if you are very good.

    Co-op missions are super fun, best gamepaly experience of this year, nothing more to say.

    SvM is also great for a multiplayer mode.

    Graphics are good in terms of detail and textures, but not so much in lighting. Game still looks good though.

    Totally worth your money.
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  23. Nov 6, 2013
    9
    Its so fun to play Spies versus mercenaries, sure happy they brought it back. The single player is a blast and coop is still just as fun as Conviction's. Definitely a must play.
  24. Nov 6, 2013
    10
    Takes all of the great aspects of Conviction++ and expands on them in a sequel that (as if it were possible) blows the previous entries out of the water. Long time fans may find the pacing and continued use of "Marks" as sacrificial to the true Splinter Cell stealth aspect, but will be won over nevertheless by this entry's entertainment value and solid replayability.

    Coop? Hellz yea
  25. Nov 5, 2013
    8
    Splinter Cell: Blacklist was good. Story was good. In Multiplayer if you played real Spies Vs Mercs it was fun (Classic, Blacklist, Extraction Game Modes) but the other two Uplink Control and Team Deathmatch is just screwed up where you can be anybody you want which doesn't work. Great game though.
  26. Oct 30, 2013
    10
    The latest representation of Splinter Cell is excellent. Compelling game-play with good mechanics. If you can look past the fact that Michael Ironside does not voice Sam Fisher, you will thoroughly enjoy this game.
  27. Oct 29, 2013
    9
    This is one of my favourite games. Trust my review as I know what I'm talking about, being formerly ranked #1 All Time World Wide on Game Battles and G2W Match for SCC and SCB.

    Blacklist is a brilliant game, unlike Conviction which didn't have alot of stealth, this definitely does. Map design is amazing, you have multiple ways to attack the situation instead of one. It doesn't force you
    This is one of my favourite games. Trust my review as I know what I'm talking about, being formerly ranked #1 All Time World Wide on Game Battles and G2W Match for SCC and SCB.

    Blacklist is a brilliant game, unlike Conviction which didn't have alot of stealth, this definitely does. Map design is amazing, you have multiple ways to attack the situation instead of one. It doesn't force you to do anything, there are three different play styles so Blacklist can be played the way you want.

    Ghost The old games would've used this style, pure stealth which means avoiding enemies, and leaving no evidence that you was there. If you must, then you can use non lethal takedowns or non lethal gadgets to knock enemies out. Although you might want to hide the body.

    Panther Remember the enemies are planning to kill you if they find you, so why do they deserve to live? this style still has stealth, except you'll be silently killing people. Whether it be with your Karambit curved blade for lethal takedowns or shooting them in the head with a silenced hand gun.

    Assault Loud guns, grenades, the enemies know you're there. I don't see the point in this style, if you want to play this way I suggest buying Call of Duty.

    Timing and studying the guard's movements and patrols is involved, every time you start a new mission they won't be placed in the same spots. Stealth is harder than going all out action, but it can be easier if you're very good at it. You must face all different kinds of enemies such as standard, dogs, heavies, tech, etc. which means you're always thinking of what is coming next, and how you're going to plan it out.

    The reason it didn't get a ten is because I think Conviction is what Blacklist should have been. That means what I'd be reviewing now would be a completely different game.

    Co-Op is the best mode by far, playing with a friend is the greatest thing to do on Blacklist, you'll be tackling all different types of missions.

    Grim Go in and hack 3 different laptops, and then get out of there. This is similar to Infiltration mode from Conviction, so lasers, cameras and mines will be in your way so I recommend Ghost style.

    Kobin You face 11 enemies, how you take them is up to you. Kill or knockout, if you go loud then you get 13 reinforcements and lose your undetected bonus. It also should be noted there's two different areas. This is similar to Hunter mode from Conviction so I recommend Panther style.

    Charlie This is similar to Last Stand mode from Conviction except you'll be defending yourselves from enemies, instead of an EMP Generator. Waves of guards and all types of enemies will be coming for you. But the way they're set up I recommend Assault style, it is possible for stealth though.

    Briggs He is your Co-Op partner, it should be told all Co-Op missions can be played solo, except for his. They must be played with a partner, they're a mix between all styles.

    Spies vs Mercs is the multiplayer mode, it's basically Splinter Cell vs Call of Duty.

    3 terminals need hacking, by the spies which are in third person, and they're defended by mercenaries which ar in first person. The mercs have guns and explosives. Unlike spies which are not as lethal an need to tactically think in order to get close to the merc.
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  28. Oct 26, 2013
    9
    I love this game, it was really good. The only disappointing thing was the Spies vs. Mercs, but that was still epic and fun just it doesn't feel like it used to. Oh and yes Sam's new voice is annoying!
  29. Oct 20, 2013
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Concept: Redefine Sam Fisher as a more emphatic hero than ever before, bring out his even wilder side, and give him plenty of leeway and fire power- he'll get the job done.

    Graphics: Definitely some of the best graphics I've seen all generation, especially on consoles. It ranks up there with other Ubisoft titles such as Far Cry 3 and Assassin's Creed III, as well as with the console versions of the Crysis games.

    Sound: Sam's voice might be a little different, but that doesn't stop the new voice overs from being just as moving, powerful, and downright terrifying at times as before.

    Playability: It may not be one giant sandbox, but there are always alternative ways to get the job done, and with the hefty arsenal at your disposal, I'd venture to say that you could play through the game three different ways and still not see the hind side of the end of the possibilities for an awesome experience.

    Entertainment: Again, as with any great game, it has its ups and downs at times, although definitely more ups than the latter. Overall however, it is one high octane fueled adventure, and one I'd certainly never want to miss.

    Replay Value: Very High.

    Overall Score: 9.25
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  30. Oct 15, 2013
    9
    You can tell that Ubisoft really listens to their fanbase. Splinter Cell: Conviction took the tried-and-true formula and attempted to breathe new life into it. Some found it to be a successful revitalization which provided a much needed boost in action. On the other hand fans of the series slow, methodical play style thought this new style was more reminiscent of if sam fisher had aYou can tell that Ubisoft really listens to their fanbase. Splinter Cell: Conviction took the tried-and-true formula and attempted to breathe new life into it. Some found it to be a successful revitalization which provided a much needed boost in action. On the other hand fans of the series slow, methodical play style thought this new style was more reminiscent of if sam fisher had a edgy brother who was in the special forces, took his coffee black, smoked marb reds, and had a mustache. Not saying that it was a bad game by any means, I personally loved it. It just strayed away from the fundamentals that drew its fan base in the first place. However, I give my props to Ubisoft because they took their experience and meshed it with the outcries from their fans, and you can see that in every aspect of the game. They answered the cries for the return of spies vs mercs. They intelligently left in the mark and execute function for the fans of conviction, but toned it down a notch by only allowing three targets instead of the 5 or so conviction allowed. And finally they added in a money and customization system that rewards users who play the game with accuracy and patience. The only gripe I have is the fact that they wernt able to get the same actor for sam fisher. In conviction he sounded like he was an old timer in his mid 40's whos every word was weaved with the psychological toll brought on by 20 years of conspiracy and murder. This new guy just isnt the same, thankfully hes not bad though. The character looks younger too, throws you off for a little bit. The entire idea is made easier by the superb voice actors, just from the conversations in the cutscenes you are able to piece together each persons personality. All in all a great game, and the best stealth game to come out in recent years. Sorry Agent 47, no hard feelings right? Expand
Metascore
82

Generally favorable reviews - based on 58 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 51 out of 58
  2. Negative: 0 out of 58
  1. games(TM)
    Sep 23, 2013
    60
    Most will likely find it a fairly inoffensive time-consumer. But it is a new low for the series. [Issue#139, p.90]
  2. Games Master UK
    Sep 18, 2013
    81
    Meaty chunks of great stealth game book-ended by identity breaking flourishes. [Nov 2013, p.56]
  3. X-ONE Magazine UK
    Sep 17, 2013
    80
    The design mantra, it would appear, is to offer you as much freedom as possible. [Issue#102, p.70]