Robinson: The Journey Reviews

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8 / 10.0
Nov 11, 2016

If you want to show off PSVR to your friends, Robinson: The Journey is the game that you use to do it. Equally, if you want to lose yourself in your very own Jurassic Park style fantasy, Robinson: The Journey is undoubtedly a triumph in this respect; just don’t expect to find an overly challenging core lurking underneath its resplendent veneer.

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GameCentral
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4 / 10
Nov 10, 2016

As a graphical showcase there’s nothing better on PlayStation VR, but in terms of gameplay there are far more entertaining tech demos available – let alone proper games.

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7.8 / 10.0
Nov 8, 2016

This game does everything, to appear normal, the first "real game" for virtual reality; and yet paradoxically amazes less than other titles already available ofor PlayStation VR; little titles that actually appear much more in line with the technology itself, and slightly surpass the the (still) majestic Robinson the Journey.

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7 / 10.0
Nov 8, 2016

Robinson: The Journey is by far PSVR’s grandest experience so far, but it is hard to feel as if it’s anything more than an entrée to larger main course

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No Recommendation / Blank
Nov 8, 2016

Crytek's VR outing is a sumptuous theme park ride that's sadly too shallow and bland to justify the full-price cost of entry.

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IGN
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5.5 / 10.0
Nov 8, 2016

Frustrating controls keep Robinson: The Journey from being much more than a pretty dinosaur exhibit.

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7.2 / 10.0
Nov 8, 2016

Beautiful but shallow VR game with some game mechanics that get really old too fast.

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3 / 5
Nov 7, 2016

A beautiful game that succeeds in presenting a virtual world that you’ll want to visit and explore. As a full priced game it's lacking in length, complexity and polish, but as a tour of a virtual world it's entertaining.

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Wccftech
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9 / 10.0
Nov 7, 2016

Crytek's expertise of crafting visually stunning experiences holds true in Robinson: The Journey. Robin’s tale of survival is the greatest yet on PlayStation VR, even if some control issues keep it from being a perfect experience.

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8.5 / 10.0
Nov 7, 2016

Robinson: The Journey is sure to divide opinion with its slower gameplay and short running time in contrast with its high retail price. Those aside, the game's a marvel to look at and the audio work is sublime. An action-packed adventure, this is not, but for those who relish exploration and have a keen mind for problem solving, Robinson: The Journey will provide in buckets.

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8 / 10.0
Nov 7, 2016

Robinson provides an incredible adventure that meshes the future with the past and allows players to walk among prehistoric greats in an immersive experience unlike any other on the platform. Sony’s got a real feather in their cap with this PlayStation VR exclusive, just remember to take breaks for the sake of your head and stomach.

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6.8 / 10.0
Nov 7, 2016

Unfortunately Robinson: The Journey is not the next big thing on the VR scene: despite the premise and the efforts, Crytek was not able to create a convincing blend of a traditional adventure game with a full blown VR experience. In the end, this prehistoric space safari will probably somehow entertain you, without however being as mindblowing and groundbreaking as you might expect. Give it a chance if you dig the idea, but without too many expectations and absolutely not at full price.

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6 / 10
Nov 7, 2016

Robinson: The Journey is beautiful, but ultimately too light on content and reliant on overly traditional game design. It’s a wonderful insight into the future of PSVR that sadly remains trapped in the past.

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Nov 7, 2016

Virtual reality has given developers everywhere the greatest gift a creator can hope for – a new medium to explore. Without a design rule book to follow, Crytek have gleefully created a first person walking simulator that manages to feel completely unique. While many PSVR experiences claim to let you inhabit another world, Robinson: The Journey fully embraces the medium and in doing so comes the closest to actually delivering on that promise. It’s not without its flaws, but still manages to deliver an ambitious, narrative-led experience that offers the kind of immersive escapism the medium was made for. It may be overpriced and not much of a looker, but Crytek’s latest still sits comfortably as one of the most essential PSVR titles to date.

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ACG
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Rent
Nov 7, 2016
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5 / 10.0
Nov 6, 2016

A gorgeous world and wonderful creatures can't save Robinson: The Journey from its two main flaws: intolerable motion-sickness and lackluster gameplay.

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8.5 / 10.0
Nov 6, 2016

Robinson: The Journey bietet eine der besten Geschichten und auch Welten der bisher veröffentlichten PlayStation VR Spielen. Bis auf wiederholende Kletter-Passagen und verschenktes Potenzial durch fehlenden Move-Controller Support, liefert der Titel eine solide Leistung ab. Fans von Erkundungstouren und Dinosauriern, werden auf jeden Fall ihren Spaß haben.

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