The Callisto Protocol

 Xbox Series X
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6.8

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  1. Jamiroquai
    Jan 15, 2023
    10
    Thanks for the real art and fresh air. Sooner or later such great games will disappear. God damn shame
  2. Stopthestodge
    Jan 11, 2023
    10
    I went into this game expecting a gruesome, difficult and spooky masterpiece and that is exactly what I got. It is one of the best looking games I have ever played with an engaging story that slowly reveals the mysteries of the well designed world without revealing too much as to still leave you with an essence of uncertainty that’s needed in this type of game. I rarely say this but II went into this game expecting a gruesome, difficult and spooky masterpiece and that is exactly what I got. It is one of the best looking games I have ever played with an engaging story that slowly reveals the mysteries of the well designed world without revealing too much as to still leave you with an essence of uncertainty that’s needed in this type of game. I rarely say this but I actually can’t wait for the DLC to explore more or this fantastic game!… Expand
  3. HoussamMechara
    Jan 27, 2023
    8
    played on Xbox series s , great graphics great story although it needed a 60fps mode , overall its a must play from a new title made by a new studio.
  4. username666872
    Dec 5, 2022
    10
    Very atmospheric and solid game we need more games like this I am so tired of open world looting games.
  5. spawners
    Dec 5, 2022
    8
    Solid 8. I wasn't expected it to be 1:1 Dead Space clone and it isn't. Graphics are amazing, gameplay is good, audio is good too. Too bad that for now game is bugged and don't have any rt reflections, we need to wait for the patch. Also it needs NG+. But overall I can recommend it.
  6. HAWKB13
    Dec 5, 2022
    10
    One of the best horror experiences of the last decade that isn't a remake of an older game.

    At first it's obvious that the team at Striking Distance Studios is made up of many of the original Dead Space devs. It borrows heavily from it but soon enough it becomes clear that The Callisto Protocol is its own beast with its own strengths and weaknesses. The game has a much bigger focus    One of the best horror experiences of the last decade that isn't a remake of an older game.

    At first it's obvious that the team at Striking Distance Studios is made up of many of the original Dead Space devs. It borrows heavily from it but soon enough it becomes clear that The Callisto Protocol is its own beast with its own strengths and weaknesses.

    The game has a much bigger focus on close up combat with an interesting dodging mechanic. Later one unlocks more and more ranged weapons too though.

    The graphics and sound design are on point and some of the best I have ever seen. Especially the facial animations are unbelievable.
    Talking about graphics, the gore is also extreme and brilliant.

    The story itself is a bit simple at first but the game gets a lot of world building and lore added later into the game. Characters also act pretty realistic compared to other games in the genre.

    Overall I can't say much negative about it except for that I wish it had a bit more enemy variety and more exploration. The horror elements are great but maybe get a bit diluted later on without many new enemy types.

    I give the game a 10/10 for being an amazing experience. It has amazing horror elements and manages to step out of Dead Space's shadow with many new and fresh ideas.    … Expand
  7. L3WDL0AF
    Dec 5, 2022
    8
    A wonderful game that reminds me of dead space the combat is amazing switching from shooting to melee feels so crisp and the lock on shot combo makes it easy to land shots for people that are bad at aiming plus there are a ton of accessibility options for people that need them would have been a 10/10 imo but the game isnt really scary about as scary as playing the last of us
  8. J1991julio
    Dec 4, 2022
    10
    People compare it too much to deadspace. But even if there is no new game+ new content coming and the game is fun. It reminds me of the old days. I'm tired of open world...i like a good game with levels and lots of violence. This a dope ass game
  9. spongehodor
    Dec 4, 2022
    10
    The game more than just Amazing! Graphics - a new level in games. Gameplay is nice and hardcore.
  10. Geheim
    Dec 4, 2022
    10
    Simplesmente incrível!O jogo superou minhas expectativas e espero que haja uma continuação.Pra quem é fan de dead space vai amar o game.
  11. Ashura12
    Dec 4, 2022
    10
    Game is insane i want more more i want already calisto protocol sequel
  12. el_ramon
    Dec 4, 2022
    9
    Not sure why some players and reviewers are giving a bad critic to this game. It‘s exactly what i expected, a splatter effect overloaded action game. Feels like Dead Space on Steroids. With the already announced free DLC i think 60 -70 bugs are very fair!
  13. Arturos
    Dec 3, 2022
    9
    Callisto protocol it's a masterpiece, for those who cry because we can't see our reflection in a mirror, seriously guys it's a survival game and not a beauty salon it's useless because there's more important to do than stand in front of a mirror, the combat mechanics are good and simple, I have a disability in my hands and I have no difficulty I even play with a normal controller I had theCallisto protocol it's a masterpiece, for those who cry because we can't see our reflection in a mirror, seriously guys it's a survival game and not a beauty salon it's useless because there's more important to do than stand in front of a mirror, the combat mechanics are good and simple, I have a disability in my hands and I have no difficulty I even play with a normal controller I had the choice of playing it on Playstation 5 but as I played for the first deadspace on Xbox 360 so I took the serie x version and I don't regret it, I recommend Callisto protocol only to the true fan of deadspace and survival games… Expand
  14. JimboBaggins
    Dec 3, 2022
    10
    Just going to get the first thing out of the way. This game is not Dead Space, while there are some mechanics that are similar this is a completely different game. With that said I highly recommend you go into this game with that in mind.

    I also played this game on an Xbox Series X via performance mode and through my play through it was almost flawless performance wise. It stuttered    Just going to get the first thing out of the way. This game is not Dead Space, while there are some mechanics that are similar this is a completely different game. With that said I highly recommend you go into this game with that in mind.

    I also played this game on an Xbox Series X via performance mode and through my play through it was almost flawless performance wise. It stuttered occasionally, but not often at all. Through my play through it only crashed once, but this game boots up and loads so fast that it did not bother me that bad. Also going through a modern AAA title at launch with it only crashing once seems like a great thing these days.

    I do understand that some platforms may have performance issues and you may want to wait until they are patched, but I highly recommend Xbox Series X on performance mode.

    With all of that out of the way, I am happy to say that I absolutely love this game! Yes it is hard on both normal and hard modes, but this is a survival horror game so you being fragile to the monsters in this game is something that I like.

    I have also seen people complain about the combat in this game since it is more melee based than shooting based. To me this is a lot of fun, and once you get through the learning curve of the melee based combat it becomes less frustrating and more exciting. Ammo in this game is also a rare resource, so it is not something you can just find and expect there to be plenty of. The level design, environment, lighting, and graphics are 100% where this game shines. It is absolutely both beautiful and disturbing (in a good way). One thing I kept recognizing throughout my play through was the cosmic horror designs of both the levels and the monsters. Everything about this game feels it was directly inspired by H.P. Lovecraft and I absolutely love it!

    I am not going to talk about any of the story as I enjoyed my blind play through and this is how I recommend playing this game. But I was absolutely hooked and interested on what was going on.

    In the end I give this game a 10/10, it is completely fantastic from start to finish and for everyone who loves survival horror I 100% recommend this game!    … Expand
  15. richpena17
    Dec 5, 2022
    9
    Really enjoyed the game.

    Great atmosphere, graphics and sound design, possibly best I've seen in a long time. I do think it has survival horror elements but it is also action heavy. I don't get the hate towards combat, it feels heavy and intentional. Even with multiple enemies it feels strategic. Hit an enemy with melee, push another with telekinesis, shoot another one. Not every game    Really enjoyed the game.

    Great atmosphere, graphics and sound design, possibly best I've seen in a long time. I do think it has survival horror elements but it is also action heavy.
    I don't get the hate towards combat, it feels heavy and intentional. Even with multiple enemies it feels strategic. Hit an enemy with melee, push another with telekinesis, shoot another one. Not every game has to be Soulslike or God of War, regarding combat.

    The game is 10 to 12 hours long which I think is great for this type of game. Once again, not every title should be 30 - 50 hours long. I miss the times in which not all games had to have a gigantic scope.

    The only thing lacking at the moment is replayability. The game should have shipped with a New Game +. Feeling like a badass through a survival horror game by upgrading through various gameplays is something I really enjoy. The New Game + mode is shipping in February but should have been here Day One.

    Can't wait for a Playthrough in hardest difficulty and hope the Story DLC is interesting enough to warrant a buy.

    I really hope that this studio gets a chance to bring us a sequel of this game or other original IPs. I would hate if they don't get a chance to deliver a sequel which I'm sure would be much better taking in account all of the feedback and criticism.

    Once again, I really enjoyed my time with the game and can't wait to play some more.    … Expand
  16. mace8704
    Dec 4, 2022
    8
    Loved it, but left wanting more. Much more. It’s was a 12 hour experience for me, and I went out if my way to explore. No new game +. No ability to replay specific chapters. Just start over and do it again. Review below. The gameplay: People are exaggerating the dodge mechanic difficulty. It’s different but not bad or clunky. The enemies have very similar attack patterns which areLoved it, but left wanting more. Much more. It’s was a 12 hour experience for me, and I went out if my way to explore. No new game +. No ability to replay specific chapters. Just start over and do it again. Review below. The gameplay: People are exaggerating the dodge mechanic difficulty. It’s different but not bad or clunky. The enemies have very similar attack patterns which are relatively easy to predict with their animations. You will be required to dodge if you don’t this game will be extremely difficult. Pro tip: upgrade the baton to be able to break an enemies arm if they block. The guns hit hard but lack variety. 2 pistols, 2 shotguns, and a burst fire rifle. It’s a step back from the creativity seen in dead space. The gravity defying glove makes a return. No different than what you saw in dead space, but there is comical amount of spikes and gears to throw your enemies into. Overall, the gameplay was very intense, but will be a turn off for those who wanted a shooting centric game. You must quickly transition from melee, to guns, to gravity glove. You cannot only choose one. Narrative: Nothing memorable here. The final twist people kept hyping up felt predictable to me. Performance: 1 crash with the occasional frame rate drop in performance mode even in cinematics even on Series X. I’m assuming it’s worse on lower consoles. Performance mode is found in the options menu.

    Visuals: Unreal 5 and it’s stunning. Atmospheric and gorgeous. One of the looking games ever. Sound: Phenomenal. Overall, I’d recommend it, but you’ve got to be in a place financially where you can afford to pay $70 for a great 12 hour experience with very little to offer after completion. I’m in the place. Are you?    … Expand
  17. merohong
    Dec 5, 2022
    10
    Great visual, sound and impact.
    The immersion was good and it was a long-awaited style of game.
  18. FJLC
    Dec 5, 2022
    10
    Go buy this game!

    Being a longtime fan of the dead space series, I can surely compare the previous entries with TCP. It becomes apparent that the Devs were the same and that´s all good. It's like reuniting with an old friend in a different setup. And I mean different in all sorts of good ways. The scenarios are astounding. It clearly shows that a lot of TLC was put into this tittle.    Go buy this game!

    Being a longtime fan of the dead space series, I can surely compare the previous entries with TCP. It becomes apparent that the Devs were the same and that´s all good. It's like reuniting with an old friend in a different setup. And I mean different in all sorts of good ways. The scenarios are astounding. It clearly shows that a lot of TLC was put into this tittle. Really can´t understand all the hate from professional critics. For all of you out there that are tired of chores in endless open worlds or heavy text based indie tittles go grab this one, you won´t regret it! Take it in short bursts and absorb the complexity and realistic visuals; it´s a treat. I´m playing on XBOX Series X, performance mode with no issues. Good gaming and happy Christmas for all of you!    … Expand
  19. Valtanus
    Dec 6, 2022
    8
    I saw a lot of review lately and i think they are really unfair, yes the game is not perfect but i really enjoy playing it, if have to find the negative is that is not scary enough....lot of tension and some jumpscare but nothing special, the graphics on pc is good, really good, the stutte problem where fixed whit the day 2 patch other then that maybe a boss battle in particular wasI saw a lot of review lately and i think they are really unfair, yes the game is not perfect but i really enjoy playing it, if have to find the negative is that is not scary enough....lot of tension and some jumpscare but nothing special, the graphics on pc is good, really good, the stutte problem where fixed whit the day 2 patch other then that maybe a boss battle in particular was underwelming but i really enjoy playing it and i hope some problem will be fixed in the new story part in the summer and i hope in a sequel!!… Expand
  20. spartacus215
    Dec 8, 2022
    10
    I love this game. People crying bc they suck at melee combat while not realizing that you’re supposed to utilize your environment and be strategic in combat. TCP has Massive potential for being a new IP. I just beat it after 15hrs on my Series X and it’s my GOTY pick! Amazing graphics. Atmosphere and Ambiance are unsettling AF. Sound and Lighting are superb! Solid combat mechanics once youI love this game. People crying bc they suck at melee combat while not realizing that you’re supposed to utilize your environment and be strategic in combat. TCP has Massive potential for being a new IP. I just beat it after 15hrs on my Series X and it’s my GOTY pick! Amazing graphics. Atmosphere and Ambiance are unsettling AF. Sound and Lighting are superb! Solid combat mechanics once you master it. Decent story that sets up the core foundation. Cool weapons; especially the 3D printing aspect. I’d be ecstatic to see a more city setting in the sequel; similar to Dead Space 2, but with your own spin bc the prison setting was flawless! I’ll preface that the things I’d fix for the sequel though are more enemy variety. Different bosses. A few more melee weapons & a faster health injector. Incredible debut title. I can overlook the gripes and see the potential and know that I thoroughly enjoyed this game! Nobody who truly loves the Dead Space franchise can hate this game IMHO.… Expand
  21. aussiedude98
    Dec 11, 2022
    9
    Really - it's a fantastic game, and an amazing achievement from this studio.
    It's a shame they released the broken PC version before it was ready - which soured a lot of the discourse around the game.
    Graphics and atmosphere - fantastic. Gameplay and control scheme - fantastic - honestly I like it. It's good to see something different - not just the usual "rolling around on the floor    Really - it's a fantastic game, and an amazing achievement from this studio.
    It's a shame they released the broken PC version before it was ready - which soured a lot of the discourse around the game.
    Graphics and atmosphere - fantastic.
    Gameplay and control scheme - fantastic - honestly I like it. It's good to see something different - not just the usual "rolling around on the floor like a prick" as Worth a Buy would say.
    You have to use a different strategy to other games - which I think is a good thing.

    Lack of puzzles is also a good thing for me. Tedious simplistic puzzles like in God of War are just a waste of time.    … Expand
  22. Talion87
    Dec 20, 2022
    8
    Great game if you are a Dead Space fan..
    Just don't expect the same quality on the story and Gameplay elements.
    Graphics are great .. Sound and acting very good.
    Clearly a high budget AA game..
    Hope there is a sequel.
  23. macmakai
    Dec 15, 2022
    10
    If you want to experience an atmosphere of terror, this is the game for you! It fulfills all the roles and makes you have a bad time. A game that from my opinion I loved and reminds me a lot of Dead Space. I recommend it 100%
  24. GarethC
    Dec 22, 2022
    8
    Solid game. It's being review bombed because it's not a Dead Space clone, even though a full remake of dead space comes out within two months of The Callisto Protocol. Obviously it wasn't going to be a dead space clone. Don't hate the game because you don't know the difference between the terms "spiritual successor" and "clone".

    My only real complaint is the fighting mechanics are a bit    Solid game. It's being review bombed because it's not a Dead Space clone, even though a full remake of dead space comes out within two months of The Callisto Protocol. Obviously it wasn't going to be a dead space clone. Don't hate the game because you don't know the difference between the terms "spiritual successor" and "clone".

    My only real complaint is the fighting mechanics are a bit glitchy and they're counter-intuitive to every other melee combat game. You can't dodge, you can only bob and weave like a boxer, which is hard as hell when you're being attacked by multiple enemies from multiple angles.

    And the save points happen when you enter a safe area, not leave it. So you have to re-do your upgrades, and re-sell/buy items if you die, and you will die, a lot.

    Dying so much takes away from the horror aspect of the game, since you don't fear death when you die over and over and over. After a while you come to expect it.

    The sound effects are great. The graphics are amazing. It's definitely worth a play imo.

    Some say there's no story. I don't think the people saying that finished the game.

    7.5 / 10    … Expand
  25. JackMcloed
    Dec 6, 2022
    10
    This game is a masterfully crafted gaming experience. I guess everyone just likes mindless wandering time waster micro transaction games now.

    This game is a spiritual successor to something that already exists and STILL 2x as creative and innovative as 90% of games. Makes me sick how bandwagon people are being. Probably because they didn't figure out the mechanics and need a game to    This game is a masterfully crafted gaming experience. I guess everyone just likes mindless wandering time waster micro transaction games now.

    This game is a spiritual successor to something that already exists and STILL 2x as creative and innovative as 90% of games.

    Makes me sick how bandwagon people are being. Probably because they didn't figure out the mechanics and need a game to hold their hand and reassure them that they're a champ.
    This game makes you feel a certain kind of way and it's incredible at it.
    Don't sleep on this one just because journalists ran a coordinated smear campaign. They did so they could shill for the big 3 and further degenerate gaming into nothing but factory filth. Guess they have to make sure real games don't get made anymore.

    The biggest complaint I keep hearing is that you lock on to the enemy that's attacking you, so it doesn't work for multiple enemies or... something. I gotta tell you that this game gives you all the tools you need. If a second character gets too close, you will still dodge it because it instantly locks to the enemy attacking. What you need to do is use the telekinesis glove to throw extra enemies out of the way if you get overwhelmed. SIMPLE AS THAT. Just pay attention to the environment and use everything you can to dominate enemies, that's what hazards and explosion tanks are there for. Just use them. Figuring out how to not get overwhelmed and managing enemies is THE WHOLE POINT, while being as ruthless and efficient as possible. This game is basically perfect at everything it attempts. I can't believe all this bad press it's getting from people who PLAY VIDEO GAMES FOR A LIVING, so you would think they wouldn't suck.

    Another thing is "it's just linear OMG I can't endlessly explore idiot areas aimlessly wahhh" Go play Ubisoft you morons. Get some micro trans checklists you're such a glutton for. Because that's exactly what you'll get when you only give excellent scores to cookie cutter games. You get what you deserve you fools. This game is a series of expertly crafted and paced GAUNTLETS, it always is throwing a new challenge at you each and every time and highlights the actual depth and game design prowess on clear display.

    Oh and too many vents... Well would you prefer broke asses with old systems and hardware couldn't play it? You need that to hide loading screens, besides this is how the previous games were and part of the DNA. They paced it out extremely well and I'd argue you wouldn't get near the same "Dead Space feeling" without them. It's all about vibe. What's funny is that this is a cross platform game and STILL has the best graphics I've ever seen in a game. Try and tell me it doesn't look like a literal movie from start to finish!

    I guess quality experiences aren't everyone's bag.    … Expand
  26. NiBbLers
    Jan 2, 2023
    8
    The storyline and graphics were all there. Everything was super polished graphically and the story kept you engaged through till the end. But it fell flat with the last boss fight. The combat mechanics is where I believe it really fell short. Jacob's movement over obstacles feel clunky and unresponsive. It almost feels like turn based combat. Enemy does three moves you do two. Wash, rinse,The storyline and graphics were all there. Everything was super polished graphically and the story kept you engaged through till the end. But it fell flat with the last boss fight. The combat mechanics is where I believe it really fell short. Jacob's movement over obstacles feel clunky and unresponsive. It almost feels like turn based combat. Enemy does three moves you do two. Wash, rinse, repeat. It gets very repetitive very quick. BUT the sound design and lighting in this game are top notch! It's not worth 70$ but I do recommend a play through if you like these types of games!… Expand
  27. Marlonbm
    Dec 4, 2022
    10
    O jogo é fantástico! Super divertido cheio de ação, efeitos legais e uma história linda. O estúdio se destacou em oferecer uma experiência de tirar o fôlego com uma boa variedade de jogabilidade
  28. Tomfoolery444
    Dec 4, 2022
    10
    This game is phenomenal! Beautiful graphics, tense atmosphere, excellent grasp of survival horror. Don’t go by the critic’s reviews on this one. Wrote a longer review but Metacritic botched it. Support a new IP and if you’re vaguely interested in this title, pick it up! You won’t be disappointed.
  29. YaSiLaS
    Dec 3, 2022
    10
    Atmosphäre 10/10
    Story 9/10
    Gameplay 10/10
    Horror 10/10
    Shock 10/10
    Grafik 10/10
  30. Martinrazie
    Dec 4, 2022
    10
    First true next gen game. Graphics, sounds and scary story is awensome! Game of The year!
  31. slaine130177
    Dec 5, 2022
    8
    Fini Calisto Protocole sur Series X.

    Bon, le bilan est mitigé même si j’ai passé un très bon moment. Déjà techniquement il se situe dans le haut du panier des jeux actuels. Les modélisations sont superbes, les décors fouillés, les effets de particules magnifiques et l'aspect sonore est fantastique (avec un casque audio 3D, on entend vraiment d'où viennent les ennemis, par où ils    Fini Calisto Protocole sur Series X.

    Bon, le bilan est mitigé même si j’ai passé un très bon moment.
    Déjà techniquement il se situe dans le haut du panier des jeux actuels. Les modélisations sont superbes, les décors fouillés, les effets de particules magnifiques et l'aspect sonore est fantastique (avec un casque audio 3D, on entend vraiment d'où viennent les ennemis, par où ils passent, etc...). Le jeu est aussi assez difficile avec des moments bien tendus. Il faut vraiment apprendre comment combattre au mieux chaque ennemi et économiser ses munitions. Je suis mort un paquet de fois, surtout contre certains boss.

    Oubliez ce que vous avez lu sur les chutes de framerate sur Series X, je n'en ai eu aucune, ou bien je ne les ai pas vu. Seul gros bug bien présent et récurrent, le doublage. La synchro labiale est aux fraises et il arrive souvent que des dialogues ne se fassent pas (ou qu'ils basculent en anglais). Une catastrophe.

    Au delà de ça, le truc c’est que si on enlève l’aspect technique d’un jeu très beau, avec une qualité sonore au top, on se rend compte que le jeu est un copié collé de tout ce qu’on connaît déjà.
    Que ce soit au niveau du scénario, des environnements traversés ou des situations, je suis limité affligé par le manque d’imagination des développeurs. A part quelques éléments par ci par là, tout a déjà été vu dans le jeu, c’est vraiment dommage.
    A cela s’ajoute ces fameux gros problèmes de doublage et on obtient un jeu intense (et difficile) qui nous gardera sur nos écrans pour le côté « block buster » comme quand on va voir un gros Independance Day au cinéma. Juste du spectacle.

    J’espère qu’ils iront plus loin dans la suite, s’ils en font une. Qu’ils se libéreront de leur passif sur Dead Space qu’ils repompent sans vergogne… Si je devais lui mettre une note ce serait 7.5/10 parce que je suis un bon client des survivals horrors…    … Expand
  32. Marlim
    Dec 4, 2022
    10
    Atmosfera 10/10
    História 9/10
    Jogabilidade 10/10
    Terror 10/10
    Choque 10/10
    Gráfico 10/10
  33. dannielVinici
    Dec 3, 2022
    10
    Melhor jogo de terror que joguei que experiência incrível com gráficos fodas parecendo cinema e extremamente brutal com batalhas extremamente desafiador fiquei viciado
  34. vichuquen
    Jan 29, 2023
    8
    Great story, great graphics. The combat system is fun. Worst downside is the final boss, which is pure cheese. Otherwise really enjoyed it.
  35. LuciusCarluswig
    Jan 29, 2023
    10
    Je met un dix ce qui est exagéré je sais bien..mais simplement pour salué le travail des développeurs qui ont le mérite de proposer une histoire originale dans un style évidement très proche de Dead Space.
    L'histoire est plustot bien ecrite l'ambiance visuelle et sonore est excellente sur ca il n'y a rien à dire. Le seul véritable bémol c'est que le jeu est trop courte et au niveau du    Je met un dix ce qui est exagéré je sais bien..mais simplement pour salué le travail des développeurs qui ont le mérite de proposer une histoire originale dans un style évidement très proche de Dead Space.
    L'histoire est plustot bien ecrite l'ambiance visuelle et sonore est excellente sur ca il n'y a rien à dire. Le seul véritable bémol c'est que le jeu est trop courte et au niveau du gameplay il y aurais des amelioration à faire. Mais franchement ce calisto Protocol vaux le détour clairement !    … Expand
  36. Flashyboy89
    May 19, 2023
    9
    The Callisto Protocol is a spectacle! As cinematic as it gets in gaming! I finished it on the hardest difficulty, Maximum Security. Great challenge at times. A nice combination of most of my favourite survival horror games. Looking forward to the New Game Plus update coming out in Feb, so that I jump back in and kick more ass. My only nit-pick is that I would have liked it to be a fewThe Callisto Protocol is a spectacle! As cinematic as it gets in gaming! I finished it on the hardest difficulty, Maximum Security. Great challenge at times. A nice combination of most of my favourite survival horror games. Looking forward to the New Game Plus update coming out in Feb, so that I jump back in and kick more ass. My only nit-pick is that I would have liked it to be a few hours longer. 10/10… Expand
  37. Meeleepit
    Apr 29, 2023
    9
    I am in awe. Was hesitant to buy this due to critics but i have learned over the years critics are paid for their reviews. So i cant for a **** trust them. This game has atmosphere and the looks to go with it. Top notch science fiction story line. Game starts off really clunky with the stun baton but after a while i have enough bullets that i only wip out the baton for fun.
    The scenery and    I am in awe. Was hesitant to buy this due to critics but i have learned over the years critics are paid for their reviews. So i cant for a **** trust them. This game has atmosphere and the looks to go with it. Top notch science fiction story line. Game starts off really clunky with the stun baton but after a while i have enough bullets that i only wip out the baton for fun.
    The scenery and sound is on a next level. This is the best graphics i have seen in a long while. We dont need open world games with tons of side quests, for a change of pace callisto hammers this perfectly with the 1 way route exploration. Its not a perfect game but its a ****ing good game with alot of time and effort put into it.

    Well done team.

    Cant wait for number 2 and **** all those nay sayers    … Expand
  38. skmoyer
    Jan 1, 2023
    10
    The game ia great. If you like single player action thriller/horror games (like resident evil or dead space) youll like this game. More melee than other similar games. Environment is great and story is okay enough to keep you playing.
  39. nanoux360
    Jul 26, 2023
    9
    très bon jeux avec de très bon graphisme la ressemblance avec dead space est évidente vue que c'est les même créateurs mais le game play est solide
  40. Pmrainer6
    Dec 8, 2022
    9
    For me a great fast driven Action /Horror Game, with intense melee battle fighting system. Story 7/10, Atmosphere 9/10, graphics 9/10.
    Play the Game i've u Love scifi Action.
  41. Bartson
    Dec 6, 2022
    10
    Wurde durchgehend gut unterhalten. Eigentlich 9 Punkte, aber ich geb 10 wegen den ganzen Kaspeen die so schlecht bewerten weils kein dead space ist
  42. Meny_DZ
    Jan 27, 2023
    8
    I had a great time on Callisto. It was exactly what I have expected. Great graphics and thick atmosphere! I think that people should give it one more old collage try
  43. VFE
    Jun 2, 2023
    9
    Best horror game ever with incredible atmosphere, amazing sounds, beautiful lightings, impressive graphics and very very brutal fights.
  44. Krakenxx
    Dec 7, 2022
    10
    visually looks real
    very convincing as well as technical in terms of motion animation. I can’t say that the story deserves an Oscar, and there were some optimization problems on the release, but the game clearly deserves such low ratings. I put 10 out of 10 to restore justice a little.
  45. yousifharazi
    May 5, 2023
    10
    I love it so much very very nice gameplay and pictures nice all play great best horror game
  46. Raspytin
    Dec 3, 2022
    10
    The game as a whole I like good graphics beautiful locations and levels on xbox series s game looks decent
  47. Nekrosis666
    Jan 18, 2023
    8
    I really like this game! bugs are all but gone still a few, and its crashed on me 2x. It is worthy of a sequel and I would definitely buy it. Here is my list of pros and cons.
    Cons:
    -Boss fights maybe challenging, but a little repetitive. -fetch quest mechanics are weak and can be boring -game crashes if you didn't manually save you will be playing from the last time it auto saved. Pros:    I really like this game! bugs are all but gone still a few, and its crashed on me 2x. It is worthy of a sequel and I would definitely buy it. Here is my list of pros and cons.
    Cons:
    -Boss fights maybe challenging, but a little repetitive.
    -fetch quest mechanics are weak and can be boring -game crashes if you didn't manually save you will be playing from the last time it auto saved. Pros: - graphics are amazing. - death animations are excellently violent.
    - facial animations are detailed and impressive. - combat is pretty fun "once you get it figured out". - character dialog is decent.
    - story all be it not perfect is pretty good.    … Expand
  48. oicrambp
    Dec 10, 2022
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Adorei o joto. Muito Mimimi desse povo chato, isso sim. O jogo é SIM bom e só n dei um 10, pq não tem Dublado BR!… Expand
  49. Rodrigocuco
    Dec 30, 2022
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Calisto Protocol é um jogo muito bom, ótimos gráficos , história envolvente e intrigante, boas brigas mas com um sistema de combate discutível, jogou não crashou nenhuma vez , um outro ponto positivo é que ele é relativamente curto mas sem passar rápido demais, funciona bem para zerar em duas ou três semanas

    Sobre a história achei que faltou contar as motivaçãoes do diretor e aprofundar mais os personagens mas gostei do enredo e por fim eu teria adicionado alguns chefes , isso deixaria o jogo incrível    … Expand
  50. SmoothSailing
    Dec 8, 2022
    10
    I see this game getting alot of hate. I just beat it on Series X and I LOVED it. Gritty combat. The lore is cool and I can see a bunch of places that they can take it with DLCs and sequels/prequels. The graphics are incredible as well. Sometimes the sound stuttered a bit but pressing the xbox circle and then immediately returning to the game with a press of b stopped the stutteringI see this game getting alot of hate. I just beat it on Series X and I LOVED it. Gritty combat. The lore is cool and I can see a bunch of places that they can take it with DLCs and sequels/prequels. The graphics are incredible as well. Sometimes the sound stuttered a bit but pressing the xbox circle and then immediately returning to the game with a press of b stopped the stuttering immediately. Its launch week so I'm confident that will get patched. I'm very excited to see where this franchise will go and am really glad I scooped it.… Expand
  51. juangc1994
    Dec 18, 2022
    8
    Me ha parecido un grandísimo juego. A la altura de las espectativas que ha generado. Visualmente espectacular y divertido jugablemente. Duración correcta y una historia que no sorprende a nadie. Pero que cumple. Aunque le ponga esta nota es una pena la cantidad de bugs sonoros que presente el juego, desde descoordinación con las voces y cinemáticas, pasan de oírse cerca a lejos, o inclusoMe ha parecido un grandísimo juego. A la altura de las espectativas que ha generado. Visualmente espectacular y divertido jugablemente. Duración correcta y una historia que no sorprende a nadie. Pero que cumple. Aunque le ponga esta nota es una pena la cantidad de bugs sonoros que presente el juego, desde descoordinación con las voces y cinemáticas, pasan de oírse cerca a lejos, o incluso cómo por radio a pesar de está en persona. Alternan frases en inglés y español muchas veces y las grabaciones automáticas no me han sonado en toda la partida.… Expand
  52. Joe2539
    Jan 3, 2023
    10
    Very Good Good Good Good Good Good Good Good Good Good Good Good Good Good Good
  53. Tiberansam117
    Jan 9, 2023
    8
    Yo no sé qué quiere la gente de verdad! Es un juego equilibrado, tiene virtudes y deficiencias pero que juego no lo tiene? Cierto que el precio para un juego que le falta afinar..un poco elevado pero lo jugué con cierto miedo por las críticas de la gente y lo he disfrutado! Buenos gráficos , sonido muy bueno también! La historia sí que no es nada del otro jueves y el resto es normalitoYo no sé qué quiere la gente de verdad! Es un juego equilibrado, tiene virtudes y deficiencias pero que juego no lo tiene? Cierto que el precio para un juego que le falta afinar..un poco elevado pero lo jugué con cierto miedo por las críticas de la gente y lo he disfrutado! Buenos gráficos , sonido muy bueno también! La historia sí que no es nada del otro jueves y el resto es normalito pero no defrauda. Tiene la coletilla que es sucesor de " otro juego'' y las comparaciones son odiosas...… Expand
  54. Tomas95
    Jun 18, 2023
    9
    Also ich weiß nicht warum das spiel schlechter sein Soll als dead Space aber hier ist vieles gelungen was auch dead Space gelungen ist tolle Grafik tolle Atmosphäre und ein geiler düsterer Sound die Horror elemente sind in beiden spielen wenig also ist dead Space auch nicht gruseliger wie das hier das nahkampf System ist super man muss nur wissen wie die Story ist ganz okey aber erlich inAlso ich weiß nicht warum das spiel schlechter sein Soll als dead Space aber hier ist vieles gelungen was auch dead Space gelungen ist tolle Grafik tolle Atmosphäre und ein geiler düsterer Sound die Horror elemente sind in beiden spielen wenig also ist dead Space auch nicht gruseliger wie das hier das nahkampf System ist super man muss nur wissen wie die Story ist ganz okey aber erlich in dead Space ist nicht besser finde das Schuss gefühl hervorragend und das spiel Konzept rockt also ich find das spiel ist sehr gut gelungen… Expand
  55. MillerAlert
    Jan 13, 2023
    9
    Completed on normal, xbsx.
    At first I was worried it would try too much to be Dead Space, but I feel the game found it’s own balance and path while retaining fun elements from the Dead Space series. The game play was always smooth although sometimes with bigger groups of enemies it felt a little over whelming - but never impossible.
    I also feel the controls could be slightly different in    Completed on normal, xbsx.
    At first I was worried it would try too much to be Dead Space, but I feel the game found it’s own balance and path while retaining fun elements from the Dead Space series. The game play was always smooth although sometimes with bigger groups of enemies it felt a little over whelming - but never impossible.
    I also feel the controls could be slightly different in the future, maybe so that hand to hand combat is more thrilling.

    The story was a slow burn but as it kept going I stayed interested, especially to see how characters would grow. The final boss was the worst part of the game. While not difficult it just lost its interesting factor quickly.
    It’s great to have another game in the Dead Space genre/style. I’m going to up the difficulty and give it another play through.    … Expand
  56. Ahmed8ibra
    Jan 15, 2023
    10
    Amazing game everything about it is mind blowing from the graphics to the sound design also the story is simple but meaningful
  57. NitroEU
    Jan 28, 2023
    10
    Love this game! After a couple of patches it's almost perfect. NG+ makes Platinum trophy very enjoyable. Can't wait for story DLC.
  58. AndreRhodin
    Jan 30, 2023
    9
    Great but flawed game! Combat is satisfying but clearly designed for 1v1 encounters. Graphics and atmosphere is 10/10. A simple story that isn't much to write home about, but the cast is good. Played it through multiple times and some enemy encounters are equally frustrating every time you play it.
  59. GunnersSE28
    Jan 30, 2023
    8
    First & foremost I don’t know where the hate comes from other gamers & reviewers. The game is probably the best graphical game I’ve ever played the story is compelling , acting is good , the atmosphere is top tier. Looking forward to future DLC if there if there is any. A few negatives with the game being a bit clunky & camera angles do mess up on occasion , would like more variety inFirst & foremost I don’t know where the hate comes from other gamers & reviewers. The game is probably the best graphical game I’ve ever played the story is compelling , acting is good , the atmosphere is top tier. Looking forward to future DLC if there if there is any. A few negatives with the game being a bit clunky & camera angles do mess up on occasion , would like more variety in weapons & upgrades , also a few more boss encounters. All in all a very good game , a must for survival horror fans.… Expand
  60. Imported_shrimp
    Feb 1, 2023
    9
    This game was really good. It’s a better game on a next gen console. Like the series x or ps5 it did feel a little short If it had 2 more chapters it would’ve been a great length 8 chapters felt fast. But overall the game was really good the story moved from point A to point B really well. I would love to see a second game
  61. joebanano
    Feb 6, 2023
    9
    Imo, this is an amazing game. Designwise, all the decisions were made with one goal in mind: making the player feel stressed and helpless. From the combat with multiple enemies to the clunkiness of the protagonist's movement (especially in combat), the camera angle, the lighting, the atmosphere, the amazing sound design...even the, albeit simple, narrative drive to escape from that damnedImo, this is an amazing game. Designwise, all the decisions were made with one goal in mind: making the player feel stressed and helpless. From the combat with multiple enemies to the clunkiness of the protagonist's movement (especially in combat), the camera angle, the lighting, the atmosphere, the amazing sound design...even the, albeit simple, narrative drive to escape from that damned planet...all in all, a triumph highly underrated by reviewers...… Expand
  62. Talos25
    Feb 22, 2023
    8
    Beautiful graphics, amazing voice actors but the story felt kinda bland and the combat felt repetitive and clunky
  63. Metaalbino10
    Feb 27, 2023
    9
    Great survival horror game, superb Lore with astonishing graphics, combat system little harsh and clunky, but very enjoyable and challenging.
  64. Deathwishx
    Apr 16, 2023
    8
    Tem uma boa atmosfera, porém a jogabilidade é pesada demais e chega a te atrapalhar em certos momentos. O jogo dá uma brecha para uma possível continuação o que me animou para me aprofundar mais sobre a lore do game.
  65. harry98
    Apr 23, 2023
    8
    i don’t get the hate this game got honestly i had a blast playing combat was fun amazing graphics and sound the game was super immersive recommended when the price drops a bit
  66. Rogeralvesb1
    May 27, 2023
    10
    Gostei muito do jogo da gameplay única coisa que pra mim faltou diálogo em português e mais tempo de gameplay merece uma continuação
  67. sergrahi
    Aug 3, 2023
    9
    Do not go away for the bad reviews. If you enjoy horror, action, space atmosphere or killing huge monsters... This is your game!
  68. Er_Yetty
    Jun 15, 2023
    9
    El juego salió com problemas, pero a día de hay es un juego al que hay que darle una oportunidad si te gusta el survival horror espacial.
    Va un paso más allá que Dead Space, es un planteamiento diferente y más enfocado al combate y la supervivencia a melé.
    Siendo por ejemplo Dead Space Remake un auténtico Juegazo, sólo puedo decir que contra más lo juego, más me gusta The Callisto Protocol    El juego salió com problemas, pero a día de hay es un juego al que hay que darle una oportunidad si te gusta el survival horror espacial.
    Va un paso más allá que Dead Space, es un planteamiento diferente y más enfocado al combate y la supervivencia a melé.
    Siendo por ejemplo Dead Space Remake un auténtico Juegazo, sólo puedo decir que contra más lo juego, más me gusta The Callisto Protocol
  69. GPMNaugthyDog
    Jun 28, 2023
    8
    Es mi primer survival-horror. Personalmente lo he disfrutado mucho. Me ha encantado su ambientación, con un apartado sonoro, que técnicamente se escucha y funciona de maravilla. Su historia me ha enganchado, sencilla, no es pretenciosa, pero es buena. El sistema de combate me gustado mucho. Me ha recordado al primer tlou, una lucha muy barrio bajera, se siente pesado, y muy duro. No meEs mi primer survival-horror. Personalmente lo he disfrutado mucho. Me ha encantado su ambientación, con un apartado sonoro, que técnicamente se escucha y funciona de maravilla. Su historia me ha enganchado, sencilla, no es pretenciosa, pero es buena. El sistema de combate me gustado mucho. Me ha recordado al primer tlou, una lucha muy barrio bajera, se siente pesado, y muy duro. No me gusta el miedo, así que lo he pasado muy mal jajajajajajaja. Luce de lujo. Técnicamente es brutal, visual e ilumínicamente. En mi xbox series x lo he gozado a 4k 30fps con trazado de rayos. No me he encontrado bugs y me he quedado con ganas de más. Lo recomiendo… Expand
  70. maroto
    Aug 25, 2023
    8
    el juego me parece muy bueno, no entiendo el motivo de criticas tan negativas a un juego que cumple con lo que esta ofreciendo, el combate me gusto, su dificulta esta muy bien y en cuanto a como se ve y se escucha es increíble.
    por otro lado no es un juego perfecto, también tiene fallas en la caída de los fps, en el doblaje (debemos de tener en cuenta que no es un juego triple A), pero el    el juego me parece muy bueno, no entiendo el motivo de criticas tan negativas a un juego que cumple con lo que esta ofreciendo, el combate me gusto, su dificulta esta muy bien y en cuanto a como se ve y se escucha es increíble.
    por otro lado no es un juego perfecto, también tiene fallas en la caída de los fps, en el doblaje (debemos de tener en cuenta que no es un juego triple A), pero el juego es bastante bueno al día de hoy, no se como fue al momento de su salida.    … Expand
  71. Tabarra
    Aug 27, 2023
    10
    Even though it's a linear game, I enjoyed it from start to finish. Great graphics, gameplay and sound effects. I haven't played a jump scare this good in a long time... The story is also very good and makes you curious to find out more about it.
  72. Reza_rjbn
    Sep 5, 2023
    9
    In my opinion this game is the best horror game in 2022, the dark planet has destroyed by monsters.

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#87 Best Xbox Series X Game of 2022
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#12 Most Discussed Xbox Series X Game of 2022

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70

Mixed or average reviews - based on 31 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 13 out of 31
  2. Mixed: 17 out of 31
  3. Negative: 1 out of 31
  1. Gamers' Temple
    Jan 6, 2023
    80
    Overall, Callisto is a really good survival horror experience. If you like Dead Space, you need to try this game. The main campaign has a lot of passion put into it and I had a bunch of fun with it. The game definitely has some problems here and there, but I think true horror fans will admire it for its fantastic campaign. I really feel that this series will have just as interesting of a world as Dead Space if the series continues beyond this first installment. The story is overall good and the ending begs for DLC or a sequel. Be sure to try this game if you’re in the mood for a cinematic horror experience with a lot of intensity.
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  2. Movies Games and Tech
    Dec 21, 2022
    80
    The Callisto Protocol is an exceptional horror adventure title. It will be hard for Dead Space fans to ignore the similarities, but it should be enjoyed on its merits. With slick combat, amazing aesthetics, and an incredible plot, this needs to be played.
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  3. ZTGD
    Dec 19, 2022
    70
    This game wants to be Dead Space really, REALLY, bad, but what’s interesting about that is I haven’t even finished the first Dead Space game and I can see it. Is this a bad thing? No, it’s really not as Callisto Protocol isn’t a trash game at all, they tried some new things with the controls and stuff some of it worked but for me a lot more of it didn’t. The game’s depiction of excessive violence is fun but even it wears on to the point of feeling overboard, especially when you think why they have giant grinding machines in the open like this in the middle of a prison. The story, while predictable, was an enjoyable adventure, but as far as graphics this game looks incredible. But as most of us know by now, looks aren’t everything and so it is with Callisto Protocol.
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