Ryse: Son of Rome

 Xbox One
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Mixed or average reviews- based on 1780 Ratings

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  1. TurboViper
    Aug 18, 2020
    9
    fighting was fun. graphics were awesome. story had a twist. chopping off limbs, always fun. good variety of combat...
    what it needed was more story development, more cutscenes, so i can be more invested. and maybe longer, more expansive maps. even tho map design is linear, i dont want it to feel linear.
    short game, maybe a few days to beat. it was good for what is was. i dont understand    fighting was fun. graphics were awesome. story had a twist. chopping off limbs, always fun. good variety of combat...
    what it needed was more story development, more cutscenes, so i can be more invested. and maybe longer, more expansive maps. even tho map design is linear, i dont want it to feel linear.
    short game, maybe a few days to beat. it was good for what is was. i dont understand why the reviews are below average from the critics, when 16k+ ppl on steam say its 9/10    … Expand
  2. Funder
    Aug 18, 2023
    9
    Do not pay attention to the rate.

    I was pre-judgmental on this all these years, but LOVED it after giving it a try. There has never been a game where I felt the weight of the character this much, I enjoy controlling it. Even after 10 years, the gameplay and visuals don't feel old at all. Interesting thing I would like to point out ; In the every other game I've played, whenever an    Do not pay attention to the rate.

    I was pre-judgmental on this all these years, but LOVED it after giving it a try. There has never been a game where I felt the weight of the character this much, I enjoy controlling it. Even after 10 years, the gameplay and visuals don't feel old at all.

    Interesting thing I would like to point out ; In the every other game I've played, whenever an action cutscene plays your character performs killing moves that you can not do in the actual gameplay. But in this one you can actually execute most of Marius' cutscene moves and this greatly increases the immersive feeling for me, makes watching the cutscenes even more enjoyable.

    I also understand why some compare it to gow. Only thing missing is more variety of gameplay. In many other ways I found it more successful than the new gow games.
    There are rumors that the sequel is in development, I hope it's true.

    It also looks very good even without oneX improvement. It is admirable that they were able to give these visuals even on Xbox One, which is weaker than the PS4. I thought these images were only possible in racing games on this device.

    When I look at it, One's launch games are really solid games. Way better than ps4's launch titles.
    But unfortunately, these games did not get the attention they deserve due to the kinect-loving managers and terrible pr.

    Must-play!    … Expand
  3. Dannyboy31805
    Aug 16, 2023
    10
    It’s a great game, I played it originally on gamepass then I played god of war 2018 and I was just wondering how this game was so much more fun. It made me like it even more when I found out it was an Xbox exclusive. If you like good combat games give it a shot, it also has a story I really liked.
  4. sergrahi
    Jun 8, 2023
    8
    After 10 years, technically is brilliant. Very enjoyable gameplay representing the Rome empire. Give it a try!
  5. Abood828
    Jun 1, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Wow”””sjsidjdjdjdhdhdhhfhfhdhdbdbdhdhshshshhddhshdhdhdhdhdyduduyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyggggggggyyyydkydkydykzktzizi… Expand
  6. RTCWFAN
    May 5, 2023
    8
    I love and hate Ryse at the same time. It was the first game I bought for the Xbox One and first I was stunned of the great graphics and setting. After some hours it all became a bit repetitive - especially the finishing moves. Nevertheless a very funny game. Overall rating: 7,5.
  7. Evil_MC
    Apr 23, 2023
    9
    Amazing game. How can people give this 6. Beautiful, brutal action. Its a Roman soldier action/fighter. Very story driven and feeling like the gladiator movie.
  8. spockivi
    Mar 22, 2023
    8
    When I finished playing this game, I felt like I wanted more. That’s the mark of a good game.
  9. Myst1Que
    Mar 1, 2023
    10
    Cool game. Now it's 2023, how are there not enough games like this on Xbox. Phil, give us games!
  10. Kitoalarco
    Feb 3, 2023
    10
    Lo juegue hace 10 años y al día de hoy es una maravilla visual, la jugabilidad pudo ser mejor pero la historia es increible
  11. GhostKill
    Jun 26, 2020
    8
    Ryse Son of Rome was truly a next gen title for Xbox One at the time. Unfortunately, Xbox gamers only seem to like COD and Fortnite. Take this game and put it on Sonys platform and it would be an 85 all day long. I throughly enjoyed it -it was different and we needed different at the start of a that Gen. Definitely one of my favorite Xbox One titles.
  12. Thiagodc
    Jan 27, 2023
    10
    Gráficos perfeitos Só recebeu hate pq era do xbox, história impecável Jogabilidade muito boa Deveria ter sequência, a dublagem nem se fala, incrível
  13. xaviar_nl
    Jan 19, 2023
    8
    The game looks great, and keeps you going at a nice pace.
    Minus points are that it crashed multiple times on me while playing it. Also, not all things (such as the d-pad keys) are explained very well. And the final boss (not N.) was rather "frustrating".
  14. HalalPork
    Dec 14, 2022
    8
    This game was great it was a fun few hours and it’s a fun break from all this battle royal crap and all the microtransactions. Just I bit of good old hack and slash. I would recommend it.
  15. ustunab
    Nov 21, 2022
    10
    Amazing story with superior graphic design. Atmospher is beautiful in this game and it gives feeling of gladiator.
  16. adlo
    Nov 10, 2022
    9
    Advance in a phalanx and raise shields with my fellow soldiers. Kill hundreds of barbarians with deadly combos. Yes, that is my cup of tea!

    The game is easy, combat is very basic - block, roll, strike. For that, that's perfect. I only play occasionally so I don't want a game where I have to learn the controls all over again after not playing for a week. This one is just grab the remote    Advance in a phalanx and raise shields with my fellow soldiers. Kill hundreds of barbarians with deadly combos. Yes, that is my cup of tea!

    The game is easy, combat is very basic - block, roll, strike. For that, that's perfect. I only play occasionally so I don't want a game where I have to learn the controls all over again after not playing for a week. This one is just grab the remote and start killing.

    Also, the graphics look great even after nine years. Better than Fallen Order I would say.    … Expand
  17. Jorrge
    Nov 4, 2022
    10
    O jogo maravilhoso, precisa de uma continuação com melhorias no combate e campanha maior!
  18. CamyVero
    Sep 25, 2022
    8
    Tenía muchas ganas de entrarle a este juego desde hacía mucho tiempo. He sido usuario básicamente de playstation desde hace años. En mi casa siempre ha habido una Play, por lo que los exclusivos de xbox siempre han pasado por debajo del radar, aunque siempre ha habido alguno cuyo tráiler o imágenes de presentación llamaba mi atención. Ryse: Son of Rome, pertenece a esa categoría.

    Ryse:    Tenía muchas ganas de entrarle a este juego desde hacía mucho tiempo. He sido usuario básicamente de playstation desde hace años. En mi casa siempre ha habido una Play, por lo que los exclusivos de xbox siempre han pasado por debajo del radar, aunque siempre ha habido alguno cuyo tráiler o imágenes de presentación llamaba mi atención. Ryse: Son of Rome, pertenece a esa categoría.

    Ryse: Son of Rome es básicamente un hack and slash. Cuyo gran potencial reside principalmente en su poderío gráfico, el juego es sencillamente espectacular en este aspecto. Una verdadera muestra de poder no solo del desempeño de la consola, sino también del motor gráfico obra de la gente de Crytec. Incluso casi 10 años después de que saliera a la luz, no tiene nada que envidiar a otras producciones actuales ejecutadas bajo Unreal Engine, es asombroso.

    Otro punto a destacar es su historia. Una verdadera película del género peplum donde se nos narra una historia de venganza encarnada en un joven soldado, Marius Titus, perteneciente a una familia acomodada de la capital del imperio, al que un día de buenas a primeras, le asesinan a toda su familia en un asalto a su vivienda, perpetrado por unos bárbaros. Aprovechando su condición de soldado y excelentes habilidades para el combate da muerte a los invasores y posteriormente se alista en la campaña de Britania, donde espera obtener su venganza encontrando a aquellos que ordenaron la invasión de su casa y el asesinato de su familia. Lo que encuentra allí no es precisamente lo que él esperaba. El viaje de Marius nos llevará por escenarios muy diferentes, llenos de enemigos, trampas y peligros, además de jefes desafiantes que nos pondrán, en ocasiones las cosas muy difíciles.

    Aparte de desvelar la historia y el disfrute de lo espectacular de su combate, Ryse ofrece algo de exploración para conseguir sus coleccionables, entre los que destaca un precioso cómic digital en el que se cuenta con mucho más detalle el contexto de la historia. Lo que le da a la campaña un aliciente importante para re jugarla en una dificultad mayor si el juego te ha parecido corto. Ojo, esta es una de las principales críticas que ha recibido el juego, a mi me ha parecido que es la duración estándar para este tipo de aventuras, no siempre un juego tiene que pasar de las 20 horas ni mucho menos para ser bueno o reseñable. Me ha durado unas 8 horas de partida jugando con calma y muriendo algunas veces hasta entender algunas mecánicas de combate que se encuentran durante la partida. Conociendo lo que te vas a encontrar y yendo a saco, pues sí te durará menos de 5, pero en la primera vuelta veo esto complicado.

    Desvelar la historia, disfrutar de los espectaculares gráficos, ambientaciones y animaciones del combate, desbloquear los extras que la campaña nos ofrece y mejorar al máximo las habilidades de Marius, nos llevará un puñado de horas interesantes, pero si eso no es suficiente, el título se alarga con los combates de gladiadores de su vertiente multijugador, que no hemos probado, pero que seguro que le puede arañar unas cuantas horas más.

    En definitiva, Ryse: Son of Rome es un gran videojuego. Un excelente exclusivo de Xbox que merece la pena jugar y disfrutar    … Expand
  19. Pablo4a0
    Sep 18, 2022
    10
    Increible que este juegazo sea del 2013, tiene mejores graficos que el 90% de los juegos actuales, la historia es increible, me lo he pasado 10+ veces desde que ha salido y nunca cansa.. Juegazo, no puedo creer que tenga un 6,4, realmente la gente no valora los buenos videojuegos! ojala salga una secuela porque sin duda alguna se lo merece!!!
  20. cchenders40
    Aug 25, 2022
    8
    I skipped this game back when the Xbox One launched and went with Titanfall instead. I just finished this game on my Xbox Series S thanks to game pass, and I’m actually really surprised. This game is no masterpiece, and it does not stand shoulder to shoulder with some of the more well known exclusive titles like Halo or Gears of War. But this game is an actual blast to play! I had so muchI skipped this game back when the Xbox One launched and went with Titanfall instead. I just finished this game on my Xbox Series S thanks to game pass, and I’m actually really surprised. This game is no masterpiece, and it does not stand shoulder to shoulder with some of the more well known exclusive titles like Halo or Gears of War. But this game is an actual blast to play! I had so much fun with it, the combat is fun, the story isn’t an Oscar winner but it is pretty epic at moments. It feels like a cheesy action movie that knows what it is and embraces it, and I dig that for the same reason I like (weird comparison incoming) fast and furious movies, it’s just good action and fun. The graphics are really good on my series console. There are still people playing the multiplayer, the achievements are fun to get and there are a bunch! It’s also a short game which I love. Don’t get me wrong I love long open world games but ima till a fan of a linear and cinematic 8 hour campaign. I played this for a change of pace after sinking 100+ hours into elden ring , and it was perfect to change things up. If you have game pass or a couple extra bucks when the game is on sale, download it and play through it, you will have fun! There is also fun co-op too, this would be a great guys night game! This is a good Xbox exclusive that more people should check out especially if you have game pass!… Expand
  21. fiftythree
    Aug 15, 2022
    9
    Story is nice, graphics awasome, gameplay is very fun, there is a big problem, 30 fps in xbox series
  22. Nahna
    Jul 8, 2022
    8
    Minha primeira experiência com o xbox, jogado no Series S pelo GamePass.

    O jogo tem história e gráficos bacanas, apesar de ser bem curto.
  23. J101
    Apr 29, 2022
    8
    A great game with a stunning graphics also the story is great, but the gameplay which is the most important thing in any game needs more variety
  24. mohamadrajabi73
    Feb 22, 2022
    9
    Amazing game Great graphics great story Great game play i love it ....,......
  25. yangfanhong
    Feb 11, 2022
    8
    This is a simple and satisfying game. It provides fun gameplay and intriguing story.
  26. pricecaptain104
    Jan 11, 2022
    8
    Great game. The gameplay is amazing, the story is decent and the game boast some of the best graphics for a Xbox one game. The phenomenal graphics and the gameplay makes this game great.
  27. BlazinT
    Jan 8, 2022
    9
    Gets lots of bad reviews but I actually enjoyed going through it. Game is basic but reminded of games like Dante's inferno. I think Kinect was just too far ahead of the time and this game just was hit by the xone release too hard. Look now at Alexa and people wanting to control their tv with voice and hand motions
  28. ErickSvieira
    Nov 14, 2021
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Gráficos lindos, divertido, história muito boa, jogabilidade boa, muito fluída. Joguem sem medo… Expand
  29. HuskerNation
    Nov 13, 2021
    8
    Incredible story. Amazing graphics. Overlooked game. Just short. Hoping for a sequel.
  30. AngelTecashi
    Sep 11, 2021
    9
    Lo único malo es que su modo de combate es repetitivo, lo demás es 10/10...
  31. Stanley96
    Aug 24, 2021
    10
    Jogo excelente e infelizmente injustiçado pela "mídia especializada" lamentável.
  32. tay2
    Jul 23, 2021
    10
    One of the best games I've played on the Xbox, literally everything in this game is great the story. gameplay. the soundtrack, and more the game is kinda overrated but I'm a fan of this.
    and highly recommend everyone have Xbox to play it!
  33. El1s0n
    Jul 16, 2021
    10
    Juego bastante infravalorado en su momento. Apenas lo jugué y quedé maravillado de lo bien que se ve. La historia es bastante buena y no se diga de su doblaje. El gameplay en mi caso me gustó bastante. Aún sigo sin creer que este juego haya sido de lanzamiento para el Xbox One. Lo recomiendo un montón.
  34. Mindkiller7522
    Jul 13, 2021
    8
    7/2/21-7/3/21 100% Main Story

    I did not have the highest hopes for this game going in, considering it didn't have the best review scores and it's developer also made the Crysis series, which I didn't like very much. Surprisingly, I did enjoy it quite a bit! The story follows Marius, a Roman soldier rising through the ranks over the course of the game and battling against the natives    7/2/21-7/3/21 100% Main Story

    I did not have the highest hopes for this game going in, considering it didn't have the best review scores and it's developer also made the Crysis series, which I didn't like very much. Surprisingly, I did enjoy it quite a bit!

    The story follows Marius, a Roman soldier rising through the ranks over the course of the game and battling against the natives of Britain. It's set up pretty early on that he is also avenging the death of his family, kind of like the Punisher.

    The story is excellent! It's not too long and you really root for the deaths of the antagonists by the end. There is kind of an odd spiritual element to it that was a little confusing, but I though that the story was very well done overall.
    You wouldn't expect any less from Crytek, but the graphics are fantastic all throughout. There are many epic set piece battles that become pretty memorable, especially the excursion past Hadrian's Wall.

    The combat did take a little getting used to at first. It's very similar to the Batman Arkham games with a lot of countering and attacking, but they do have a QT style finisher that is not only satisfying, but it will net you more experience and bonuses based on what mode you have selected (More health, more damage, etc.) There are a few irritating enemies that have to be handled a certain way, like shield breaking or countering at the right time, but I did feel pretty skilled with the system by the end of the first chapter.

    If there is one major issue it would be the camera. It is usually right up the characters backside. I felt like a proctologist. Even in combat it was very tough to see all of the enemies that might be rushing at you. I suppose it might be for realism, but it didn't work very well.

    Overall, this is a great game-especially for a Game Pass rental. It's quick and entertaining and definitely worth the six hours or so that it takes to beat the story.    … Expand
  35. Dedztrok
    Jul 8, 2021
    10
    I don't play it in 2013 'cause i was stupid and sometimes i hear the critic. So I lost my without knowing how GREAT this Game is. Is short but it worths every second you play it. The narrative and gameplay have conquered me. I LOVE IT!
  36. zezeljmare
    Jul 1, 2021
    8
    EN:
    Extremely good game, especially because came out since Day One for Xbox One. The graphics are outstanding. Combat is very good, fluid and fun, Rome is nicely done, very detailed facilities. Unfortunately, the game doesn't last long.
    SRP: Izuzetno dobra igra, budući da je izašla Day One za Xbox One. Grafika je izvanredna. Combat je veoma dobar, fluidan i zabavan, Rim je lepo    EN:
    Extremely good game, especially because came out since Day One for Xbox One. The graphics are outstanding. Combat is very good, fluid and fun, Rome is nicely done, very detailed facilities. Unfortunately, the game doesn't last long.

    SRP:
    Izuzetno dobra igra, budući da je izašla Day One za Xbox One. Grafika je izvanredna. Combat je veoma dobar, fluidan i zabavan, Rim je lepo urađen, mnogo detaljni objekti. Nažalost igra ne traje dugo.    … Expand
  37. JuanJorgeperez
    Jun 25, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. No estoy deacuerdo con esta nota es deceptionante que abusen de esto. El juego no es perfecto pero si es muy bueno los fanboy de sony son envidiosos asi que le pondre un 10 para recompensar.… Expand
  38. anykey_
    Jun 21, 2021
    8
    And the game is not bad. I didn't even expect from krytek. After the Crysis, then ... More than once I caught myself thinking that I like Greece in the Roman era. It goes very well, like some kind of movie. And not a bad bitemap, although you are fighting outside. A bit monotonous combat and you can't change weapons. I really liked at least, again, monotonous finishing moves. The game isAnd the game is not bad. I didn't even expect from krytek. After the Crysis, then ... More than once I caught myself thinking that I like Greece in the Roman era. It goes very well, like some kind of movie. And not a bad bitemap, although you are fighting outside. A bit monotonous combat and you can't change weapons. I really liked at least, again, monotonous finishing moves. The game is not bad for me. 8 out of 10. Well, a **** on a PC… Expand
  39. Gutsukyo
    Jun 3, 2021
    9
    Well, this was unexpected. I went into this game with very low standards, as I have hear and read so many giving Ryse a bad rap. As soon as I started the game, I was hooked! The gameplay isn't anything to write home about, and the game is also quite short. On the other hand, the visuals are excellent, and still hold up even until today. Very fun, and enjoyable game.
  40. portillo12850
    May 12, 2021
    8
    Excelente juego muy buena historia y realmente parece una pelicula lo jnico malo lo repetitivo d elos botones pero es muy bueno recomendado a los que tienen game pass
  41. EnriqueAriasT
    May 8, 2021
    8
    Excelente juego, no se por que tan baja calificación, pero gráficamente, jugabilidad, historia de 10..
  42. Uradisur
    May 3, 2021
    8
    Графика очень хороша и по сей день. Игра очень красивая. Геймплей довольно однотипный, но какие же здесь зрелищные добивания, прямо радует глаз. Также неплохой сюжет.
  43. skiiidrow
    Apr 3, 2021
    9
    Gráficos excelentes, mesmo em 2021, história impecável e envolvente. Na dificuldade lendária o jogo ficou muito gostoso de se jogar, talvez só melhorarem um pouco o combate com menos quick time event ou adicionando outras formas de realizar as execuções para ter mais diversidade
  44. M1hai_C
    Mar 21, 2021
    9
    Great story, the combat is kinda boring, although the finishings are great.
  45. Matheusbehri
    Jan 28, 2021
    10
    O jogo possui uma mecânica de combate muito boa, arrisco dizer que me agradou mais do que gost of tsuchima
  46. Frankidus
    Jan 27, 2021
    9
    I don't know if Gaystation fanboys are okay or they just hate XBOX games for nothing. This game is PERFECT. Graphics and gameplay wise but the problem is the fighting scenes are abit repetitive and the story is short. If Microsoft and Crytech added more fighting scenes awith different skills and long gameplay the game would have been a huge hype
  47. PANTEHRAH
    Jan 24, 2021
    9
    Good, fun, linear action game. Good story, good action, simple mechanics. Available on Gamepass "RYSE Son of Rome" is a title worth trying.
  48. ChunkDump
    Jan 6, 2021
    9
    this project was ahead of its time for the combat and graphics introducing the Xbox One to the world. you play as Marius who goes on this gory revenge mission for his murdered family. THE FAMILIA! so many executions and upgrades to weapons and for yourself, there was so many i honestly lost track on what most do for you. the story was ok i only needed the basic premise which was thethis project was ahead of its time for the combat and graphics introducing the Xbox One to the world. you play as Marius who goes on this gory revenge mission for his murdered family. THE FAMILIA! so many executions and upgrades to weapons and for yourself, there was so many i honestly lost track on what most do for you. the story was ok i only needed the basic premise which was the "Revenge mission". bosses were tough in their own ways, different variety of enemies that made me change certain tactics to overcome them.i just wish they made a sequel. the only downfall id say is the length of the story and movement can sometimes feel too damn stiff...unless that was the point then in that case bravo.… Expand
  49. HunterM145
    Dec 6, 2020
    8
    Fantastic game here, love the graphics and gameplay is excellent. Fighting had never been so fun
  50. KingKabeca
    Nov 23, 2020
    9
    Otimo jogo pra se ter, história boa, combates interessantes porem depois de algumas horas tudo no jogo fica repetitivo/cansativo mas isso não prejudica a experiência da história.
  51. Fodadf
    Oct 13, 2020
    10
    Excellent game, with great history, simple and very good mechanics, relatively short duration. Beautiful Graphics.
    This is the most wronged game in history. Obviously it has to do with being exclusive to Xbox.
  52. PapaLins
    Aug 31, 2020
    9
    excelente história, jogabilidade boa e empolgante, peca apenas no tamanho do jogo.
  53. Brayancodova
    Aug 26, 2020
    10
    Le pondre 10 es muy bueno y entretenido este juego merece la 2 parte seria mas epico si pusieran sigilo, ballesta, misiones epicas y mas gore juro que seria increible me gusta mucho el juego.
  54. BernardoUPoud
    Aug 25, 2020
    10
    Realistically it's a 7.5/ 8 of 10
    The gameplay is linear but is very good game, The graphics are the best of the beginning of tgeneration.
  55. ShadyMILZ
    Aug 18, 2020
    8
    Игру явно недооценили. Игра довольно хорошая.
  56. Driss
    Aug 12, 2020
    10
    Beautiful game ! I really like it...i don't why the game was under rated ?
  57. Alan0211
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    The game Is very good. The graphics are the best, the history Is good. The gameplay is very good for me too. The multiplayer Is adictive.
  58. NxtDoc
    Jul 19, 2020
    8
    Ryse is truly underrated. The story is very good. The combat is simple, but very visceral. Marius is a awesome character. Even for a launch game, this game holds up very good graphically.
  59. Rustaman
    Jul 7, 2020
    9
    Personally, I liked the game, despite the monotonous gameplay, some scenes look spectacular. Unfortunately, there are very few games in this setting.. It's a pity they didn't screw 4 to the patch for Xbox One X. I hope for the second part for the Xbox One Series X.
  60. FMeloLeGiOn
    Jun 26, 2020
    9
    Bom jogo, ótima campanha, história envolvente , gráficos mais lindos da geração . Inimigos repetitivos , jogo muito curto
  61. MOLEX3000
    Jun 23, 2020
    10
    Great launch game! Great graphics shower! Even now you can see its greatness! Immersive and great history!
  62. MOAAZ
    Jun 21, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. one of the must be played games, truly make u feel like a brutal warrior, for a 2013 game the graphics are madly beautiful.… Expand
  63. stnv25
    Mar 8, 2020
    10
    Купил в 2019, картинка понравилась, много красок, сюжет интересный, подкачала боевая система, но сложность - супер, финальная битва - бомба 10/10
  64. Mohmelianirma
    May 14, 2020
    8
    لعبة اسطورية أفضل حصريات الجهاز ايضا لعبة مظلومة لا أحد يتكلم عنها
  65. 80sChild
    Nov 21, 2019
    9
    I always thought this was a good launch game. The graphics were incredible for the time (locked at 720p on Xbone, booooo) and the gameplay, while simple, is solid and fun (just my opinion). There are quick-time finishers to every kill/combat scenario so if that's not your thing, keep on walking. Personally, l enjoy the finisher animations as well as the facial expressions on the enemyI always thought this was a good launch game. The graphics were incredible for the time (locked at 720p on Xbone, booooo) and the gameplay, while simple, is solid and fun (just my opinion). There are quick-time finishers to every kill/combat scenario so if that's not your thing, keep on walking. Personally, l enjoy the finisher animations as well as the facial expressions on the enemy characters as they express pain (kinda dark I guess but tech wise, impressive). The combat, while simple, still has enough variation (timing, button combos, etc) and depth to keep your attention through the story and a well written campaign that scratches the surface of the corruption that eventually caused Rome's downfall.

    There is a light RPG-ish system that allows you to unlock abilities and executions and you'll unlock most on the first play through. It has a co-op multiplayer component (2 players) where you fight in the coliseum and keep the crowd entertained. I always enjoyed fighting alongside someone and keeping the crowd cheering through some crazy scenarios. Understand that, when I rate this, I rate it as an adult with a life, not a "hardcore gamer". I have maybe an hour a day to play games and for me, this game is perfect. This is a casual game, it's easy to pick up and play, you can play offline or online, it looks great and has enough depth and variation in the combat to keep things interesting.

    Buy it on PC if you are able. I was was surprised re-installing it on X1X to see it still locked to 720p. Oof. Looks great on PC though :)    … Expand
  66. Jornad
    Nov 20, 2019
    8
    Enjoyed playing, enjoyed story, enjoyed hacking limbs from foes. Don't understand why such a low metacritic score?????
  67. sling182
    Sep 3, 2019
    10
    Great game great graphics fantastic story and multiplayer on freakin point and I recommend this game to everyone
  68. maxded233
    Jun 22, 2019
    8
    me gusto la historia y digo que es uno de mis juegos favoritos a pesar de las criticas
  69. Misaghjrh
    Jun 20, 2019
    9
    In this review, only the negative aspects of the game are considered. The purpose of this work is to help you to get a better decision on the purchase of the game

    My Rating: 9 of 10 Weak points (Single player only): - PlayStation and Nintendo player will be jealous because of this exclusive epic game. If I do not want to judge the story of the game, the technical problem will be    In this review, only the negative aspects of the game are considered. The purpose of this work is to help you to get a better decision on the purchase of the game

    My Rating: 9 of 10

    Weak points (Single player only):
    - PlayStation and Nintendo player will be jealous because of this exclusive epic game.
    If I do not want to judge the story of the game, the technical problem will be considered.
    The camera angle in the fighting system is one of the major problems in this title. some times the main character miss the camera and conversely that cause a lot of difficulty during critical struggles.
    Because of this, I give 9 of 10 to this video game.    … Expand
  70. adamthm
    May 15, 2019
    8
    while i did find the game play to be to basic and repetitive i overall really did enjoy the story and wished it was longer. Ryse is a amazing concept and does a great job with boss fights and story telling. however things like multiplayer and the sad inclusion of kencit support really held this game back. the Graphics still hold up to this day and i'm really hoping Micrsoft and Crytech andwhile i did find the game play to be to basic and repetitive i overall really did enjoy the story and wished it was longer. Ryse is a amazing concept and does a great job with boss fights and story telling. however things like multiplayer and the sad inclusion of kencit support really held this game back. the Graphics still hold up to this day and i'm really hoping Micrsoft and Crytech and figure out how to bring this series back to life for next gen and re-focus this game into a fun single player game.… Expand
  71. CrazyKylo
    May 12, 2019
    9
    Ryse is a great game with great graphics and visuals and a deep story. It has intense and usually graphic fighting that does get repetitive after a while. Each mission takes you to a different part of the world itself, from Rome to the northmost edges of her empire and the 'Edge of The World'. Again, great graphics, story, characters, and gameplay along with the feeling that you are anRyse is a great game with great graphics and visuals and a deep story. It has intense and usually graphic fighting that does get repetitive after a while. Each mission takes you to a different part of the world itself, from Rome to the northmost edges of her empire and the 'Edge of The World'. Again, great graphics, story, characters, and gameplay along with the feeling that you are an elite Roman soldier fighting for his country.… Expand
  72. WhiteReport
    Nov 19, 2018
    8
    Even nearly 5 years after its original release, Ryse: Son of Rome continues being of the best-looking game of this generation. The graphics aspect in this game is impressive, with highly-detailed character models, environments and some breathtaking cinematics. It’s definitely a showcase of the power of Crytek’s CryEngine.

    The gameplay, however, can become repetitive, as it lacks a    Even nearly 5 years after its original release, Ryse: Son of Rome continues being of the best-looking game of this generation. The graphics aspect in this game is impressive, with highly-detailed character models, environments and some breathtaking cinematics. It’s definitely a showcase of the power of Crytek’s CryEngine.

    The gameplay, however, can become repetitive, as it lacks a varied, deep and unique combat system. Even when there’s a certain difference between enemies, these all feel the same and it would be difficult to tell each other apart if it wasn’t because of their different physical appearance. The multiplayer mode can be fun for some, but the gameplay overall is not as great as someone would like.

    The story is good, entertaining and very interesting as well. Its character development allows the player to get attached with the characters, understand their motives and feel like wanting to help them reach their goals, even with the story’s short 7-hour duration.

    While it does not have the best combat system in a videogame, Ryse: Son of Rome doesn’t stop being interesting and fun to any player that enjoys a game full of violent battles, blood, a great story or simply to anyone wanting to experience the difficult lifestyle of a Roman gladiator.    … Expand
  73. Caeuas
    Oct 3, 2018
    10
    Um dos mais belos jogos da geração, game lindo, com uma ótima história e gameplay divertido.
  74. SKSK
    Jul 25, 2018
    9
    Ryse: Son Of Rome has tuning graphics, a great combat system, and an immersive story. It also has a good Co-Op mode that will extend your experience. A must-have for any Xbox One owner.
  75. crusher351
    May 3, 2018
    8
    Ryse: Son of Rome was a bit of a surprise to me. I bought it on a sale that Xbox Live had a little while ago. I had read the reviews and saw some mixed feelings about it, but decided to go for it. That turned out to be a good call because this game is a ton of fun. While the controls took a little bit to get used to, once I felt comfortable, I was all in. The visuals in this game areRyse: Son of Rome was a bit of a surprise to me. I bought it on a sale that Xbox Live had a little while ago. I had read the reviews and saw some mixed feelings about it, but decided to go for it. That turned out to be a good call because this game is a ton of fun. While the controls took a little bit to get used to, once I felt comfortable, I was all in. The visuals in this game are amazing. Being an older game in Xbox 1 terms, it still looks good today, even outclassing some recent AAA releases. The story is your classic vengeful soldier story, but it works for this game. The voice acting is really good and it is easy to get engrossed in the story. The combat and finishers are fun once you get the timing of it all down. While this game is short (6-8 hours), it definitely keeps you engrossed with its amazing visuals, good story and voice acting, and its cinematic cut scenes. All in all, a really good way to kill a day and for me, it has really good replay value.… Expand
  76. alejandra09
    Apr 16, 2018
    10
    Fantastic game. Story is extremely compelling and graphics are amazing. Combat can become a little stale but overall does not diminish from the games integrity.
  77. aljirik1992
    Oct 29, 2017
    8
    Ведомый богами или наследие забытого эксклюзива!
    Во времена рассвета портативной эры, когда с экранов кинотеатров только-только стекли последние капли крови фильма «300 спартанцев», а разрабы из Collisions Studios умудрились приобрести права на игру по мотивам энного, создателям Crysis даже и в голову не пришло бы создавать RYSE:SoR! Но время шло, о «300:MoG», как о забавной попытке    Ведомый богами или наследие забытого эксклюзива!
    Во времена рассвета портативной эры, когда с экранов кинотеатров только-только стекли последние капли крови фильма «300 спартанцев», а разрабы из Collisions Studios умудрились приобрести права на игру по мотивам энного, создателям Crysis даже и в голову не пришло бы создавать RYSE:SoR! Но время шло, о «300:MoG», как о забавной попытке дотянуться до God of War уже ни кто и не вспоминал, а «срутек» оказалась на краю финансовой пропасти и, видимо прокручивая перед глазами знаменитый момент из фильма тех самых трёхста спартанцев, с яростным ЭТО НЕ СПАРТА начала клепать сыночка Рима! Что из этого получилось? Да та же трёхсотка с портативки от SONY, только со своей историей, графонием уровня «Римские Боженьки мои!» и возможностью поубивать варварских балванчиков на динамической арене с бравым товарищем! Вот только RYSE допускает те же ошибки, что 300:MoG, а именно скатывается в однообразие и рутину. Сюжет банален, а ультрографон не спасёт сына Рима в схватке с призраком Спарты! Твёрдые 4*    … Expand
  78. bediver25
    Oct 3, 2017
    9
    Nivel de gráficos y historia que te mete en el juego y te deja perplejo, lo recomiendo a los que le gustan este tipo de juegos y màs si eres el hijo de roma!! Pero hubiera sido bueno un par de horas extras.
  79. Edda1801
    Jul 22, 2017
    9
    I really enjoyed this game. The graphics are amazingly rich, the gameplay is varied and takes mastery and the whole thing makes you feel like Russell Crowe in Gladiator. I had a lot of fun.
  80. PumpkinKing_47
    Apr 24, 2017
    10
    I'm first and foremost give this game a 9 but I'm definitely giving this a 10 to counter the mixed/negative reviews. This game is visually spectacular and a great introduction to next gen games, the story is the highlight of the game and the multiplayer is off the chain when playing with your friends. My ONLY flaw I have towards this is the combat system is very iffy and is indeed veryI'm first and foremost give this game a 9 but I'm definitely giving this a 10 to counter the mixed/negative reviews. This game is visually spectacular and a great introduction to next gen games, the story is the highlight of the game and the multiplayer is off the chain when playing with your friends. My ONLY flaw I have towards this is the combat system is very iffy and is indeed very repetitive. Outside of that this game is definitely a must buy and as a proud Xbox owner I'm glad to have this as an exclusive… Expand
  81. LucasRainho
    Apr 7, 2017
    9
    Um dos benefícios de se jogar um jogo após longos anos ao seu lançamento é a oportunidade de apreciá-lo sem todo o furor das opiniões da mídia e jogadores ( HATERS E FÃS). Apreciá-lo de uma maneira única que talvez no turbilhão de noticias da época não fosse possível, sem acabar sendo influenciado.
    O jogo é fantástico. e ponto, jogando ele 4 anos depois do seu lançamento eu vejo como ele    Um dos benefícios de se jogar um jogo após longos anos ao seu lançamento é a oportunidade de apreciá-lo sem todo o furor das opiniões da mídia e jogadores ( HATERS E FÃS). Apreciá-lo de uma maneira única que talvez no turbilhão de noticias da época não fosse possível, sem acabar sendo influenciado.
    O jogo é fantástico. e ponto, jogando ele 4 anos depois do seu lançamento eu vejo como ele foi pouco valorizado e apreciado, com um história intrigante e elementos misticos que prendem a sua atenção de uma forma única, o escopo da vingança de Mario ao meu ver na realidade serve de plano de fundo para nos apresentar um universo riquíssimo que foi criado em Ryse. Me diverto pensando nas diversas possibilidades de um continuação de quantas lendas e histórias poderiam ser aproveitadas, que foram criadas nesse jogo.
    Fiquei diversas vezes emocionado durante o jogo, com diversos momentos épicos e tensos, senti falta as vezes de algum vilão na história, ponto que foi saciado mais pro final do jogo.
    Com certeza é uma jogo que vale a pena ser jogado, e mais do que nunca torço para uma continuação    … Expand
  82. Averagegamer69
    Jan 4, 2017
    8
    Fantastic xbone exclusive. Best graphics of current gen. (Playing this in 2017). Awesome, fun batman arkham ripped off combat. Great story for history lovers. Short 6 to 7 hour campaign. Really enjoyable gameplay. Microsoft and crytek delivered a bobby dazzler of a game. Highly recommended.
  83. robert12344
    Dec 27, 2016
    10
    o jogo é muito bom , combates épicos , sistema de violência do jogo e combos muito bons , multplayer agradavel , graficamente o mais lindo da geração atual, o ruim é que é pequeno , quero Ryse 2
  84. O1dEng1ish
    Dec 21, 2016
    10
    This is a great Xbox One game, definitely doesn't deserve all the 0's the sony fanboys are giving it. Its better than all ps4 exclusives, and you can't play this game on PS4.
  85. Travix3111
    Oct 11, 2016
    8
    Graphics are fantastic. The gameplay is as repetitive as most third person games. Nothing special or terrible about the hack and slash aspect of the gameplay. The game may not have been worth $60 when it was a launch title but now it is totally worth it to pay $30 for all the game and all DLC it is a great value.
  86. HaseoArmahem
    Sep 4, 2016
    9
    I bought this game after almost 3 years after release. And from video, box art I think it must be another God of War clon. When I start to play I understand - it is not the clon, but some musi-pusi cry baby game. Well, it was all wrong. Game almost perfect. I can't say why I like it - but every chapter was good and all game don give me time to sleep. It is not God of War, it is good gameI bought this game after almost 3 years after release. And from video, box art I think it must be another God of War clon. When I start to play I understand - it is not the clon, but some musi-pusi cry baby game. Well, it was all wrong. Game almost perfect. I can't say why I like it - but every chapter was good and all game don give me time to sleep. It is not God of War, it is good game about Rome, cut the hand, and kill the "bad" guy. I'd recommend this game to all player: do not see on score, game is very good.… Expand
  87. MaxAug
    Aug 9, 2016
    8
    It is a good hack and slash with very good graphics and a decent plot borrowing elements from movies like the gladiator, the Spartacus series and also, it has some minor mythological component. Negative points: it doesn't have a great variety of enemies, you fight humans 99% of the time, and they don't have too many skins either (-1.0). It also lacks in elements people usually like inIt is a good hack and slash with very good graphics and a decent plot borrowing elements from movies like the gladiator, the Spartacus series and also, it has some minor mythological component. Negative points: it doesn't have a great variety of enemies, you fight humans 99% of the time, and they don't have too many skins either (-1.0). It also lacks in elements people usually like in games like this, like puzzles and sometimes a little more opportunity for exploration (-0.5). It should offer more in terms of action cutscenes and boss action (-0.5). I disagree about it being too repetitive or short. The campaign took me 8:30 h which is ok for a hack and slash.… Expand
  88. gamesounddude
    Aug 3, 2016
    9
    FANTASTIC.

    Full disclosure : I'm a Roman History Scholar, so maybe my result is a bit biased, but. This is to date, THE most ACCURATE and VISCERAL game putting a gameplayer into feeling EXACTLY what it was like to be a soldier or centurion in the Roman Empire late in the Empire. I'm MOST impressed with the graphics, and also some of the historical accuracy. Not so much with    FANTASTIC.

    Full disclosure : I'm a Roman History Scholar, so maybe my result is a bit biased, but.

    This is to date, THE most ACCURATE and VISCERAL game putting a gameplayer into feeling EXACTLY what it was like to be a soldier or centurion in the Roman Empire late in the Empire.

    I'm MOST impressed with the graphics, and also some of the historical accuracy. Not so much with relation to Commodus (yeah, he was a nucking futcase, but so were so many other emperors, but for some reason he gets the "bad guy" label every time), but with relation to Bodicea (Boodica), and her role in the uprising in Brittania, which proved to be such a thorn in the Roman sides late in their empire.

    Also the portrayal of the "Goths" (in the "North land") was suitably terrifying, and really went a long way to putting you in the mindset of an average Roman Soldier at the time - you knew you were fighting with the world's most technologically advanced and tactically superior armies in the world, and yet, in this place in the North, you encountered warriors who were so fierce and terrifying that it basically undermined all your training and everything you knew about fighting.

    Ok, so the Combat mechanics (a lot of people have already said this) was a bit simple, and a bit boring...

    BUT.. I don't mind.. Because the STORY, the ACTING, is of such a high caliber that it really doesn't matter. YES, this does become a "Slash and Dash" game as a result.

    So is it as engaging as another game like "Mirror's Edge", or "Mass Effect"?

    No, it's not. But let's be honest, even THOSE games, the only reason they're "More complex" is because there's more controller buttons involved before an action happens.

    Is this game "Slash and Dash"? Definitely.

    Does it matter?

    Not in the SLIGHTEST.

    It's an INCREDIBLY detailed and accurate portrayal of the late Roman empire, with EXCEPTIONAL performances and scriptwriting, with a bit of slashing and dashing here and there..

    Nine out of ten. on XBONE.    … Expand
  89. tripleK
    Apr 14, 2016
    8
    Very underrated game. Combat is pretty solid and the story is actually quite enganging. Graphics aren't as mindblowing as people say, but they're very good nonetheless. I don't want to call media bias, but if this game gets lower scores than Knack and Order 1886, something is very wrong here.
    Not worth full price, but you can get the game very cheap now, and you should!
  90. alfonsolinares
    Apr 12, 2016
    10
    In the first place is a very good game, but what strikes me from this game is so good graphics which have, looks really great, is as if suddenly you sintieses you part of the story, and there are going to another party that most caught my attention from this game, history you really have a very good story, but to avoid spoilers I will not say swimming, just: play it yourself
  91. PanthersFanStev
    Mar 12, 2016
    8
    Just completed my first playthrough of Ryse in 2016 and I loved it. By no means are the gameplay mechanics masterful, because they are repetitive and QTE focused. The same can be said for the linear levels. Despite its flaws, this is a great game that captures the spirit of Rome and has a great story and great acting.
  92. Taka35
    Feb 22, 2016
    10
    It's the quality of the central action in Ryse that I keep coming back to. Everything else would be fancy window dressing if Crytek hadn't nailed the basic gameplay elements, the simple moving and slashing, as precisely as it did. Ryse: Son of Rome feels like a game designed from the very ground up to be fun to play, so I guess it's no surprise that as soon as the credits finished rolling,It's the quality of the central action in Ryse that I keep coming back to. Everything else would be fancy window dressing if Crytek hadn't nailed the basic gameplay elements, the simple moving and slashing, as precisely as it did. Ryse: Son of Rome feels like a game designed from the very ground up to be fun to play, so I guess it's no surprise that as soon as the credits finished rolling, I started up the fantastic multiplayer.… Expand
  93. ravallad
    Nov 18, 2015
    10
    Superb story and character development. Really good fight scenes, i spaced it out over 7 days because i knew the campaign was short. Happy that i didn't spend 60 dollars on it new and waited to get. Highly recommend.
  94. mrhumb
    Oct 28, 2015
    10
    The history is very good, the plot twists are awesome and the gameplay is fantastic (ok, the hand-hand combats are a little bit repetitive, but still very good)
  95. altazink
    Oct 26, 2015
    9
    I beat this on the first difficulty.And I got a achievement then I started a new campaign on the next difficulty when I was snap and playing I beat it and never got that second achievement.
  96. Davokazaki
    Sep 17, 2015
    10
    El referente grafico de la generacion, unos paisajes preciositas y un modo historia a la altura. Cuenta con un multijugador muy adictivo que con amigos te hara pasar un muy buen rato
  97. CoNn3r_B
    Aug 5, 2015
    8
    Bit late in the life span of this game for this but I only just got an xbone so why not.
    Ryse is nothing ground breaking, the graphics are pretty and the voice acting is top notch and the gameplay is rather repetitive as time goes on and the story is actually quite strong, playing on the Roman mythology which is something that you don't see a lot in games.
    But the reason for my high    Bit late in the life span of this game for this but I only just got an xbone so why not.
    Ryse is nothing ground breaking, the graphics are pretty and the voice acting is top notch and the gameplay is rather repetitive as time goes on and the story is actually quite strong, playing on the Roman mythology which is something that you don't see a lot in games.
    But the reason for my high score is because it is just so damn fun, like Shadow of Mordor, you can just watch all day as you slice up your foes wave after wave (I'm not a psychopath I swear) the executions may be glorified quick time events but I don't care, it looks cool and it feels cool, I would rather have symbolic involvement in a killing blow than none at all, plus that bit at the end made me giddy as hell.
    All in all a fun game that is addictive but don't expect GOTY material.
    8.4/10    … Expand
  98. TheCreator37
    Jul 31, 2015
    9
    This is a brutal and addictive game which is a positive for me. Great graphics and a very interesting game play .This game is all about combat and blood with a roman named Marius. The finishers are are almost perfect and the combat is fun. The only flaw is the length which is not sort but not to long either. It left me wanting more because the story was remarkable!
  99. haloboyscp
    Jun 27, 2015
    10
    This game may be more like a 8, as it's not perfect, but it's still incredibly fun and interesting to play.
    Rate it as 5.9 is really crazy as it actually feels one of the best games in the genre.
    Ok, the fighting system has not so many buttons to press but still there's a couple of things you need/enjoy to always keep practicing with executions. The story is also interesting btw. I give    This game may be more like a 8, as it's not perfect, but it's still incredibly fun and interesting to play.
    Rate it as 5.9 is really crazy as it actually feels one of the best games in the genre.
    Ok, the fighting system has not so many buttons to press but still there's a couple of things you need/enjoy to always keep practicing with executions. The story is also interesting btw.
    I give the 10, as there are too many low ratings, which doesnt make sense to me. And I was reluctant to buy this game because of the low ratings, and the truth is it is fun, so just buy it, particularly now that you can find the reduced price version.    … Expand
  100. TigrisVsLeo
    Jun 20, 2015
    8
    When this game first came out the reviews were all red and that's why I did not buy it. But honestly, it is and amazing game and I could not get enough of the executions! I also had the #1 World Record for the highest combo (1600+).
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Mixed or average reviews - based on 77 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 8 out of 77
  2. Mixed: 60 out of 77
  3. Negative: 9 out of 77
  1. Critical Hit
    Sep 8, 2014
    75
    Ryse is a bit of a marmite game, if you are looking for a great gaming experience that takes forever to perfect then Ryse is not for you. If you are interested in a Roman interactive movie with a solid story line then I’d say give it a shot.
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  2. Gamereactor Sweden
    Sep 7, 2014
    40
    Beautiful but stale, boring, shallow and lacking in variation.
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  3. Level7.nu
    Sep 4, 2014
    50
    Ryse: Son of Rome is a really good looking game, but at the same time incredible stupid. Thanks to the graphics and the amount of brutal combat the adventure managed to entertain, at least for a bit. If you find Ryse on sale it can be worth a closer look, but for a full price game it’s a disappointment.
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