Shadow of the Colossus Reviews
Bluepoint Games did the impossible: they took one of the greatest games of all time, rebuilt it from the ground up, made sure it didn't lose a bit of its impact. For that alone, this game is an achievement. It's only one of the best PlayStation 4 games of all time, it's also one of the greatest remakes of all time. It's not the game you remember: it's even better.
Shadow of the Colossus was a masterpiece when it released in 2005, with only few technical flaws truly hurting the game, and this remake basically perfects every issue previously had with the game beyond fixing it's general length. It took me 3 hours and 52 minutes to beat the game, granted, with a lot of prior experience, but it still lasts the same approximate 8-10 hours of gameplay for new players. Despite this lack of length, I strongly suggest old players and new to pick up this remake at some point in time, to truly experience the definitive version of Shadow of the Colossus
Shadow of the Colossus is still a high-quality game at its core after years. Bluepoint Games, however, have managed to give a new life to an age-weakened title.
Review in Slovak | Read full review
One of the best games ever got a remake that gave her a new life and allowed her to fall in love with Wander's adventures once again. Sorry to write - but such games are rare today.
Review in Polish | Read full review
Bluepoint deserves huge props for staying true to this masterpiece while also updating just enough to help make the game more accessible for a new generation.
Shadow of the Colossus isn't just a successful remake of a beloved game. It has set a new bar for what a remake should be in the first place, and left me optimistic, for the first time ever, about the prospect of revisiting old games on new systems. This is how every remake should be.
The remake of Shadow of the Colossus lives up to its own legacy. Everything that made this experience powerful, emotionally resonant, and exciting is still here. Everything that was added only enhances and improves what was already in the foundation. What was already a masterpiece has been given a makeover in all the right places. If you loved the original game and want to experience it again, you will find a lot to love. If this is your first time hearing about this all-time great, now is the best time to try.
Shadow of the Colossus was a generation-defining game for a reason. Even now, a decade after its release, it's one of the most interesting games to ever be released. The PS4 remake is just about everything one could ask for. It retains the same gameplay and same plot but makes just enough upgrades, modifications and changes so the game feels a lot more playable without losing exactly what made it special. There's absolutely no better way to experience Shadow of the Colossus than the remake, and it's a must-play for any PS4 owners.
Bluepoint's remaster of Shadow of the Colossus is a perfect example of how you should treat timeless classic without breaking anything.
Review in Russian | Read full review
To say that the original Shadow of the Colossus is one of the most important and fascinating games of all time is to speak what many already know. But what few have yet discovered is how Bluepoint managed, like few studios, to visually rework a classic yet retain the same essence of what made it so important in its time. Even with some flaws from the original game, the experience remains true to the purists and modernized enough to be accessible to new players, with the studio reworking elements of the original in the right measure. The remake brings a work of art to a new audience on PS4, showing the melancholy and epic quest of Wander in a land of colossus to save his beloved. An unforgettable and unparalleled journey for new and old players.
Review in Portuguese | Read full review
Fans new and old will find plenty to get excited about in this remaster. There is a lot to like here, from its jaw-dropping visuals and audio, to its minimalist unique and engaging story, to even its various modes and New Game+ option. I have always said Shadow of the Colossus is a must-play game, and I can now continue to say that without having to convince someone to buy a PlayStation 2 to play it.
12 years after its release, Shadow of the Colossus remains a masterpiece to be experienced. This remake manages to do its artistic vision the justice it deserves, while still retaining its original feel. Whether you're revisiting or a first time visitor, if you own a PlayStation 4 then you need this game.
Review in Arabic | Read full review
Overall, I found the new Shadow of the Colossus a pleasant journey peppered with some frustrating moments, especially when battling the colossi. If you can get passed that, Shadow of the Colossus can offer some epic moments and a beautiful world to explore.
Shadow of the Colossus on PS4 is the definitive version, perfectly recreating gameplay with stunning new visuals.
[6:02 PM, 1/30/2018] Somo: If you previously missed out on Shadow of the Colossus, then you certainly are one of the lucky ones as the remake vastly improves this classic adventure and its mesmerizing visuals definitely makes it one the most beautiful games of 2018.
Review in Arabic | Read full review
Shadow of the Colossus is a great example on how to remake games. The Bluepoint work is respectful, impressive, and it's ready to inspire a new generation.
Review in Spanish | Read full review
A timeless masterpiece that shines once again thanks to the extra power offered by PS4, especially when it comes to the PS4 Pro version, which is capable of managing a stunning 4K resolution along with HDR support and the new Photo Mode.
Review in Italian | Read full review
Shadow of the Colossus lives up to the legacy of the original and provides a brand new presentation for fans to experience. Newcomers will get the best playing version of the title while veterans will get the version they always dreamed of. The game is smoother to play, the presentation is top notch and the minimalist storytelling from the original isn't embellished or altered. This is exactly what you'd want from a remake and I couldn't be happier with the final result.
Shadow of the Colossus is a game every player should experience but its camera and control systems coupled with a couple of game breaking bugs prevent me from giving it a perfect score.
Review in Turkish | Read full review
There's nothing genuinely like Shadow of the Colossus out there, and hopefully this new, pretty version, as superficial as that prettiness is to what makes the game so important, encourages a new generation of players to try it for themselves.