Mutant Year Zero: Road to Eden

 Xbox One
Metascore
80

Generally favorable reviews - based on 13 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 11 out of 13
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 13
  3. Negative: 0 out of 13
  1. Xbox Tavern
    Dec 9, 2018
    100
    Mutant Year Zero’s robust gameplay elements blend together magnificently well, collectively sitting on a story backdrop that’s intriguingly desperate, yet oddly comedic at just the right times. The game’s openness encourages experimentation and daring, with no shortage of lore and rewards dished out to keep its pace at a steady flow. The end result makes for one of the best tactical adventures of the gen.
  2. MondoXbox
    Dec 17, 2018
    85
    Mutant Year Zero: Road to Even enriches and rejuvenates a classic formula with a compelling narrative structure, an original exploration gameplay and a very good stealth component, delivering a game every lover of turn-based tactics should try.
  3. God is a Geek
    Dec 10, 2018
    85
    A unique, good-looking, intense experience that's more than worthy of existing in the same genre as an illustrious classic like XCOM.
  5. Generación Xbox
    Dec 13, 2018
    84
    Mutant Year Zero: Road to Eden it's a very solid and brave game, with its smart combination of stealth, exploration, and tactical combat.
  6. XboxAddict
    Jan 7, 2019
    83
    From an innovative way to incorporate on the fly tactical strategy into an action adventure game, to a simplistic yet robust upgrading system, Mutant Year Zero is one of the best experiences you can have on the Xbox platform. A few setbacks though can't diminish the tremendous amount of enjoyment I found trying one strategy, failing miserably, reloading the save, trying another strategy, failing miserably and repeating the process until I was successful. This feeling of accomplishment means that every battle of Mutant Year Zero means something, and thus a fantastic and challenging experience from start to end.
  7. SomosXbox
    Dec 28, 2018
    83
    Mutant Year Zero is a great strategy and turn-based combat game that helps to revitalize the genre in consoles and from which we expect a direct sequel.
  8. Official Xbox Magazine UK
    Feb 27, 2019
    80
    A beautifully fettled, deeply tactical XCOM-alike that has a shot at cult-classic status.
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  9. The Digital Fix
    Jan 2, 2019
    80
    Smart tweaks to an aging formula, fun characters and an excellent new stealth element more than make up for a disappointing by-the-numbers premise. A true sleeper hit.
  10. TheXboxHub
    Dec 24, 2018
    80
    For fans of XCOM and turn-based gaming in general then Mutant Year Zero: Road to Edenis definitely worth a look, especially if you are an Xbox Game Pass owner. The combat is satisfying and even though it isn’t you pulling the trigger directly, you can feel the impact each one makes.
  11. BaziCenter
    Dec 17, 2018
    80
    Mutant Year Zero is built especially for Turn-Based fans, and if you are one, you should play it.
  12. ZTGD
    Dec 18, 2018
    75
    I was impressed with my time with Mutant: Year Zero. It has the feel of a quality strategy game mixed with some good stealth and battle preparation. The characters are fun, and while the story is lacking, it kept me going. Players looking for that XCOM feel with the difficulty to go along with it will have a good time here. Casual fans of the genre need to heed my warning: this game is not going to be easy, but with planning and taking your time, it can be very satisfying.
  13. Jeuxvideo.com
    Jan 6, 2019
    65
    A refreshing experience for those who wants a tactical game set in a well-polished universe with interesting scenario and well written characters. Sadly, the user interface is limited and the fights sometimes look a bit sloppy, lacking of clarity and balance.
  14. XBLA Fans
    Jan 2, 2019
    60
    Mutant Year Zero: Road to Eden is a clever take on the turn-based RPG, blending it with freeform exploration in a way that feels natural and satisfying. It’s unfortunate that the rest of the game can’t match the well-realized concept, giving off the sense of a great execution that wasn’t fully baked. For the genre, it’s a surprisingly bite-size experience that, while may not be the most friendly to newcomers, fans should definitely check out.

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#37 Most Discussed Xbox One Game of 2018

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User Score
8.0

Generally favorable reviews- based on 86 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 68 out of 86
  2. Mixed: 10 out of 86
  3. Negative: 8 out of 86
  1. Xbox_Alive
    Dec 6, 2018
    8
    The presentation side of the game surprised me and because I didn’t expect both the visuals and sound design to be as creative as they were.The presentation side of the game surprised me and because I didn’t expect both the visuals and sound design to be as creative as they were. In terms of content the game has a decent amount for you to sink your teeth into and for the most part the content available to you is pretty varied. I really enjoyed the combat in the game because when in combat you’re given a good amount of freedom and this approach keeps things satisfying for longer. There’s a decent story that will keep you interested and entertained throughout your time with the game. While the combat has a decent amount of depth to it there isn’t a great a deal of variety when it comes to the weapons you can use. The world in which the game takes place is a little on the small side which means exploration is limited. Unfortunately the game is limited in several areas which means it does get repetitive quicker than it could have. I must admit that I didn’t know much about Mutant Year Zero before playing the game and that’s because it didn’t seem to be a game that had much information about it at hand for me to read. That being said I was still eager to get my hands on it because I was told it had an XCOM vibe dotted throughout it and without a doubt after playing it for a bit it became quite clear that it did follow XCOM in some areas. It's turn based strategy battle, so if you don't like that formula, this probably isn't for you. For me in terms of combat I actually enjoyed this game more because I was given quite a lot of freedom when in combat situations. Unfortunately though despite the depth present in the combat there isn’t a lot in terms of variety present in the weapons and skills and it is a little limited in other areas as well. Thankfully it isn’t limited in terms of the content though and there’s a decent story that accompanies the content as well which means it does keep things fresh and interesting that little bit longer. At the end of the day then while Mutant Year Zero: Road to Eden isn’t as good as XCOM I still appreciate the effort that has gone into the game. I like that you can see the upgrades on your character and enjoy the overhead dungeon crawling view. Enough said, definitely a recommend and a thumbs up from me.… Full Review »
  2. Beerlover999
    Dec 4, 2018
    10
    Great turn based game with awesome humor. Only negative is that the game could be a little longer.
  3. Achtlos
    Dec 10, 2018
    8
    Ok, so I had a few Crashes.. it's "hard".. but you have to stop and pay attention.. not stupid hard. Game Pass winning title.. period. The ArtOk, so I had a few Crashes.. it's "hard".. but you have to stop and pay attention.. not stupid hard. Game Pass winning title.. period. The Art design is quite fantastic, Curious how the next chapters will look.… Full Review »
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