SMITE

 Xbox One
Metascore
80

Generally favorable reviews - based on 21 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 18 out of 21
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 21
  3. Negative: 0 out of 21
  1. games(TM)
    Oct 25, 2015
    80
    If there ever was a perfect MOBA ambassador for consoles then it was always going to be Smite. [Issue#166, p.88]
  2. X-ONE Magazine UK
    Oct 14, 2015
    80
    There’s a lot of learning involved to make the most of Smite – and not enough done to introduce the more complicated elements – but as a competitive multiplayer game this is a game you really ought to try.
  3. Multiplayer.it
    Sep 30, 2015
    83
    After more than one year finally comes to Xbox One the conversion of popular MOBA game "SMITE".
  5. Impulsegamer
    Sep 27, 2015
    82
    Smite is a great game on the XBox One which proves that MOBA's can successfully make the transition to the console world.
  6. Gameplanet
    Sep 16, 2015
    80
    While it doesn’t reinvent the genre or lend it much additional flare, Smite is still a worthy addition to the legions of MOBA games that are now available.
  7. Digitally Downloaded
    Sep 15, 2015
    80
    All in all SMITE offers up a refreshing take on the MOBA genre. It is not a genre I spend a lot of time with, but I can already say that I have found SMITE to be more to my liking than any of the others I have played so far.
  8. Meristation
    Sep 14, 2015
    85
    SMITE is a breath of fresh air to the MOBA genre. The changes in the control and the camera and his multiple game modes do that it is a very advisable game. You will want to try.
  9. DarkStation
    Sep 10, 2015
    50
    Okay, so, when I said that Smite should be free, I didn’t mean to say that it is terrible. What I meant is that the game honestly just isn’t all that good. But I can play as the main character from Conker’s Bad Fur Day, though… so that’s something, at least.
  10. IGN Italia
    Sep 8, 2015
    89
    Balanced, tense and with lots of depth, Smite is not only the best MOBA available on console, yet also one of the finest multiplayer games published in recent times.
  11. LevelUp
    Sep 1, 2015
    80
    SMITE is the first MOBA ever to perform great on console. Definitely, the third person perspective is what the genre needed to excel in home systems and controller schemes, which represents a breath of fresh air on Xbox One.
  12. Critical Hit
    Aug 25, 2015
    80
    With the freemium model, SMITE is worth trying out if you’re a MOBA fan with an Xbox One. There’s zero risk, a massively deep game to jump into and a surprising play-style that actually makes the genre fun, instead of a reason to daydream about drowning the people on the opposing side for rushing you.
  13. GameCritics
    Aug 24, 2015
    80
    That lack of basic info aside, Smite is bright, largely accessible, and after just a few matches I fully understood the appeal of team-based god-on-god combat.
  14. IGN Spain
    Aug 23, 2015
    87
    One great opportunity for all the Xbox One owners to enter through the front door to the Olympus. Fun and deep, despite being a bit worse than the original PC version.
  15. Metro GameCentral
    Aug 21, 2015
    70
    One of the best MOBAs on any console and a good introduction to the genre in general, thanks to its more console-friendly controls and fun premise.
  16. Vandal
    Aug 20, 2015
    85
    Smite is the best MOBA we've played on console so far, with a great presentation, solid gameplay and a very well balanced free-to-play model.
  17. Gaming Nexus
    Aug 20, 2015
    90
    Hi-Rez has been able to do what no other company has done and that is being a true MOBA experience, filled with depth, strategy and challenge to the consoles.
  18. Shacknews
    Aug 19, 2015
    80
    As a regular MOBA player, I really enjoyed my time with the Xbox One version of Smite. As much as I enjoy playing MOBAs, being able to play it from the comfort of my console with a gamepad is a huge plus.
  19. COGconnected
    Aug 19, 2015
    85
    SMITE feels natural to play on Xbox One with a controller, something I was unsure it would as it’s a very ‘clicky’ experience on PC.
  20. IGN
    Aug 19, 2015
    85
    Whether you're looking for casual action combat, or something to master through an investment of thousands of hours, Smite on the Xbox One is a well of frenetic action and smart strategy that runs as deep as you're willing to dive.
  21. GamesRadar+
    Aug 19, 2015
    80
    A solid console adaptation of an intricate and rewarding competitive experience, but not without rough edges.
  22. Destructoid
    Aug 19, 2015
    70
    SMITE is a fine game and a great choice for folks who may not spend a lot of time on their PC, but there are a number of shortcomings present in both editions that prevent me from playing it as much as some of its competitors. Still, it's a perfect starting point if you're looking to get into the genre, especially with the intuitive controller scheme.

Awards & Rankings

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#41 Best Xbox One Game of 2015
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#42 Most Discussed Xbox One Game of 2015
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#46 Most Shared Xbox One Game of 2015

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User Score
7.3

Mixed or average reviews- based on 128 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 86 out of 128
  2. Mixed: 20 out of 128
  3. Negative: 22 out of 128
  1. PyTh0N
    Sep 6, 2015
    10
    This MOBA is perfect to play in a console. If you want to unlock all the characters, you will have hours and hours of fun, the control takeThis MOBA is perfect to play in a console. If you want to unlock all the characters, you will have hours and hours of fun, the control take some time to accustom.… Full Review »
  2. Daderk
    Aug 31, 2015
    9
    Free to play, without constantly being bugged with microtransactions. Overall it is a solid game, and with the number of gods it takes quite aFree to play, without constantly being bugged with microtransactions. Overall it is a solid game, and with the number of gods it takes quite a bit of time to really learn how their abilities can work together. I would consider this game relatively easy to pick up and play but it will take you some time to really master the finer details. Give it a shot, its free and if you happen to hate it (which i doubt you will) you can just delete it.… Full Review »
  3. Tomahawk_Jacque
    Nov 9, 2015
    9
    Free games on Xbox One? Sure....I'll try it out....

    Three months later, and now out of the beta, I am still playing SMITE.... This game    Free games on Xbox One? Sure....I'll try it out....

    Three months later, and now out of the beta, I am still playing SMITE....

    This game is awesome, even if you are not a MOBA (Massive Online Battle Arena) you should try it out. The game modes are relatively simple but when combined with the large amount of gods there is a lot to do as well as master.

    I've played for quite a bit and I have not even reached League play yet.

    *This review does not include knowledge of league play*

    I highly recommend this game.

    Please note, there are still some connection bugs they need to figure out. That is why this game does not have a perfect score.    … Full Review »
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