The Messenger

 Xbox One
Metascore
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Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 1 out of 2
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 2
  3. Negative: 0 out of 2
  1. TheXboxHub
    Jul 3, 2020
    90
    There really aren’t many negatives to The Messenger but it certainly won’t be for everyone. It is challenging and will take time to get through depending on skill level, especially for completionists. But the base game can be completed in around 8 hours.
  2. XBLA Fans
    Aug 3, 2020
    60
    This was a tough review because it really is a great game, but it didn’t keep my attention which makes me conclude that, aside from some boss battles, it’s just kind of boring.

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7.9

Generally favorable reviews- based on 24 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 19 out of 24
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 24
  3. Negative: 3 out of 24
  1. Xbox_Alive
    Jul 18, 2020
    9
    The messenger received accolades at The Game Awards for Best Debut Indie Game and truly is a great indie game by Sabotage Studio. You beginThe messenger received accolades at The Game Awards for Best Debut Indie Game and truly is a great indie game by Sabotage Studio. You begin starting the game somewhere in far east village. A village of ninja's who are well trained to be ready for the invasion of the devil army. However our ninja has become bored of this prophecy and history lessons cause he thinks it's all just a myth. The devil army attacks and everyone perishes because our western hero shows up too late. He gives us a scroll to deliver to three sages then we become the messenger and our journey begins. It's not surprising that this game won the Best Debut Indie Game reward it certainly is deserving of such recognition. The audio the graphics combined with the play mechanics everything is sure to please indie fans and surprise others maybe not as into the indie scene. Most of the indie games released recently look retro indie but smell like 2020. Well let's look deeper in to game after first time you die you'll meet Quarable who can control space and time and can save you from death. It's basically a companion that takes you to the last check point each time you die. After you re-spawn it takes some of your coins. However I noticed that if you stay still and wait long enough it just goes away and you can keep your coins to yourself. After you start the game in few minutes of playing you should find your first shop which does not look like a shop and the shopkeeper isn't your typical shopkeeper. You can bring shards here also to receive upgrades. First one from the house you'll receiving claws that allows you to climb walls. The game really gives you immersive feelings as you play. So in effort to avoid any spoilers, if you're looking for something new to play, don't pass up on the Xbox One release of The Messenger by Sabotage Studio.… Full Review »
  2. Kaede393
    Jul 10, 2020
    9
    Before playing The Messenger you must know it is a tribute to all those 16-bits 2d side-scrolling platforming action games. This game is soBefore playing The Messenger you must know it is a tribute to all those 16-bits 2d side-scrolling platforming action games. This game is so well done that it makes you improve little by little until you end up playing in a way you never imagined. Its difficulty level is very friendly, even a lazy casual gamer could finish the game if he wants to, and is a great challenge for those who like to complete games o goes for collectibles. To finish this note, the dialogs are so good that I laughed high and loud everytime. I couldn't recommend this game so much… Full Review »
  3. gunndor
    Sep 13, 2020
    10
    As others have noted, this is a tribute to 16 bit platformers, but it’s an upgrade in every way. The difficulty is very well-balanced andAs others have noted, this is a tribute to 16 bit platformers, but it’s an upgrade in every way. The difficulty is very well-balanced and progresses evenly. Boss battles are generally fair, some can be tough, but after a few tries you can get past them. On top of that, the game is full of tongue-in-cheek humor and cleverness unseen in the vast majority of games. I grew up playing games like Ninja Gaiden, and The Messenger has better controls, more unique weapons and combos, and is just more fun due to the playability and humor. Highly recommend it if you like the genre!… Full Review »
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