CRank: 5Score: 1510

User Review : Until Dawn

No teaser

Until Dawn is a third person action/thriller that revolves around player choice that impacts story progression. The genre is interactive movie or story and it gives preference to the story over unlimited character freedom like a Grand Theft Auto.

The game presents you to 8 high school friends that embark on a cabin in the woods weekend experience in order to forget the tragedy that led to the death of two of their friends the year before on the same location. The premise is a prelude to danger just like in the movies where similar things are done. The greatness of the game is how it develops everything else. It is as entertaining and immersive as a movie while going further than a movie ever could by putting your judgment in the center stage.

This game is for all those that enjoy a good story, a high degree of character interaction, and a thrilling/scary atmosphere throughout. The game takes you through some unexpected twists. It has a high degree of replay value as choices will decide what story sequences or character development you get. The gameplay surrounding the choices you make revolve around selecting what to do often from among two choices and quick timer event correct button presses that appear during critical moments where the fate of the protagonists is at stake.

The game is a blast from beginning to end and has a tense atmosphere throughout that manages to create one of the most immerse experiences I have ever had. Biases aside it is hard not to grow attached to these characters and the desire to save them all.

The gameplay matches the story perfectly and is adecuate for the kind of tense atmosphere that it puts forth. Even so, one has enough freedom to explore, look for collectibles, and even decide not to make choices in some cases. The choices that you make or don't make are the highlight of the gameplay in any case.

Score
10.0
Graphics
Incredible graphics that are very realistic. Environments and textures are also tight and these enhance the thrilling experience.
10.0
Sound
Excellent, from theme song to the masterful use of sounds and melodies to make you jump. Voice work is excellent and hollywood quality.
10.0
Gameplay
Consists mainly of making choices or the avoidance of making choices that impact character survival and story sequences but also includes third person movement. There are many collectibles to find throughout the game which encourages exploration of areas.
10.0
Fun Factor
Scares and unraveling the story and mysteries. Learning more and witnessing character interactions. Exploration can be rewarding specially in tense and dangerous looking areas.
10.0
Online
No online. But it is not needed. Nor typical of the genre.
Overall
10.0
KiwiViper853830d ago

10 across the board? Come on...

xHeavYx3828d ago

Yeah, because no one else gave this game a perfect score... Oh wait...

PoopsMcGee3825d ago (Edited 3825d ago )

Online shouldn't be scored since there is no online component. There should be an option for "Not Applicable", or some such thing.

Otherwise, great review! Can't wait to play it and rate it for myself...

DigitalRaptor3826d ago

Have you played it?

I suspect you have not.

NukaCola3821d ago (Edited 3821d ago )

I want to add that the collectables system is perfect. Something that The Order should of had. The break up of clues are cataloged perfectly. The butterfly effect notations are phenomenal in retelling your story and the totem page is brilliant. Pretty much this title has one of the best and most organized system for its collection of findable content. Only thing I would have changed, is use L2 to walk fast and L1 for the menu, as with R1 I press that often instead of R2 when wanting to shoot so in the heat of a QTE, I hit the damn menu page. This game has fast moments where I panic and I love it lol!

Valenka3823d ago

No offense, but I find this review to be terribly lacking overall, nevermind for a game that received a 10/10. Nothing about this review justifies that score.

I don't mean to insult anyone, but who the hell approved this?

Ravenor3822d ago

"Voice work is excellent and hollywood quality." Really?

Show all comments (18)
70°

Death is Not the End: 7 Games Where the Story Continues Without You

Ben from Netto's Game Room takes a look at 7 video games where dying doesn't mean the end, as the story and world simply continue on without you.

Read Full Story >>
nettosgameroom.com
143d ago
piroh458d ago

There's too many games to choose from

No Metal geat solid 1,2,3,4?
No Resident evil?
No Silent hill?
No Midnight club 3?
No NfS Underground 2?
No Final Fantasy?
No Burnout 3?
No Dragon quest 8?
No Days gone?
No Ace combat?
No Tekken/Soul calibur?......
just from the top of my head

PS1 era was full of great RPGs, PS2 was racing generation i would pick top 200 and even that would be just a fraction.

FinalFantasyFanatic458d ago

30 is way too low over the entire history of Playstation, I just wouldn't be able to narrow it down that much, I would pick 100 at least.

Storm23458d ago

Yeah...really odd list. I get that it is personal preference and I love most of the games listed, but my list would definitely be different. I agree though, it would be incredibly difficult to come up with just 30.

lockedongamer1458d ago (Edited 458d ago )

I only picked first-party titles. Otherwise, I agree!

EDIT: Except for Days Gone, I don't get the love for it but you do you!

Chocoburger448d ago

I didn't like Days Gone either, it doesn't deserve to be on any best of list.

458d ago
457d ago
296d ago
210°

Higher Tier PlayStation Plus Members Can Claim These 10 Spooky Games For Free

If you don’t plan on trick-or-treating or going to a Halloween-themed party, the next best thing is to relax with a spooky game, and PlayStation Plus members can get some cool games for free. If you’re a PS+ subscriber, there are a bunch of games perfect for Halloween that you can get completely for free.

Note: Some games require higher PS+ tier levels to enjoy free.

TriniOutsider482d ago

Can we stop with the word "Free" when it comes to these subscription services, please? These games aren't free if people are paying for the service.

Juancho51482d ago

Calm down, we all know what it means. You’re not paying for the individual game, it’s included. Stop acting outraged over nothing.

TriniOutsider482d ago

Your response is exactly what's wrong with gaming today.

I've always against subscription based gaming services.

1nsomniac482d ago

He doesn't need to calm down. He's stating what is factual and what should be common sense, however it's clear some people still don't understand this.

It is not free. You do not receive them if you're not paying the subscription to receive them. No ones getting angry other than yourself. He's just stating the simple common sense that no one is receiving a free game they are receiving a game "included" in their subscription plan - That they pay for!

False and manipulative writing/advertisement is wrong and counts on the less educated letting it go unchallenged.

Elda482d ago

Exactly. If anyone wants to play any of these games through PS+ one has to pay a monthly subscription fee which means it's not free.

northpaws482d ago

@TriniOutsider

We all know what it means, no one is confused, chill.

TheNamelessOne482d ago (Edited 482d ago )

All great games, honestly. Though, I did feel The Devil In Me was the worst game that Supermassive has put out.

LoveSpuds482d ago

I went out and bought Dredge, one of my favourite games i have played this year.

If you haven't played it, you really should give it a chance.

Nacho_Z481d ago

Dredge is great, really enjoyed it. One of my favourites too and something original as well.

derek482d ago

Alan Wake 2 is available in the subscription?

1nsomniac482d ago

No. It's just a really poorly written article. Alan Wake 2 is part of the subscriptions "Trial" section - So it's simply a demo, that's all.

Simple "bait and switch" article trying to get hits using manipulative writing.

derek481d ago

Oh, ok. I looked on the app and saw the trial available thought I was missing something.