Attack on Titan
- August 26, 2016
- Omega Force
- 10h median play time
Impressive efforts with a few noticeable problems holding them back. Won't astound everyone, but is worth your time and cash.
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Get on Xbox Games Store"Attack on Titan: Wings of Freedom" is an action game based on the popular anime and manga series. Players fight against giant humanoid creatures known as Titans, using grappling hooks and swords to maneuver and attack. The game follows the story of the first season of the anime, with players controlling various characters from the series. Exploration, combat, and cutscenes create an immersive experience for fans and newcomers alike.
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Reviews
- Fun and engaging gameplay that captures the essence of the anime.
- Great graphics and smooth controls, especially with a controller.
- Faithful adaptation of the Attack on Titan story, with enjoyable character interactions.
- Repetitive gameplay that can become tedious over time.
- Poor PC port with no mouse support and awkward keyboard controls.
- High price point not justified by the amount of content available.
- story848 mentions
- 18 % positive mentions
- 76 % neutral mentions
- 6 % negative mentions
The story of the game closely follows the first season of the "Attack on Titan" anime, providing a faithful retelling of key events and character arcs, which fans of the series will appreciate. However, many reviewers noted that the narrative lacks depth and originality, often feeling repetitive and overly reliant on familiar plot points, with some players suggesting that it would be more rewarding to watch the anime instead. While the game includes additional missions and side quests, these often do not add significant new content to the overall story experience.
“The story mode follows the main story of the first season of the anime.”
“The game does a good job retelling the anime's season 1 story and adding a small epilogue at the end.”
“The story faithfully adapts the Attack on Titan story (at least up until where I am in the game).”
“The story is pretty much what happens in the anime, so it doesn't bring anything new to the table like the second game did.”
“The only reason to give the game a down vote is that there is a sequel, it hits every story beat this game does (but gives you control of an OC character), tells more of the story, with more mechanics.”
“The story is simply a recap of Attack on Titan, so there isn't much to discuss there.”
- gameplay398 mentions
- 45 % positive mentions
- 47 % neutral mentions
- 8 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the game is generally praised for its fast-paced and satisfying mechanics, particularly the use of the omni-directional movement gear, which allows for exhilarating combat against titans. However, many players note that the gameplay can become repetitive over time due to limited mission variety and mechanics, often leading to a grind-like experience. While the controls may take some time to master, especially without mouse support, the overall experience is enjoyable for fans of the anime, though some recommend playing with a controller for optimal control.
“The gameplay is satisfying and it feels like you are totally in control: if things are going well it's your doing, if things are going poorly it's also your doing.”
“The strong point is a polished gameplay and controls blended with a fast pace with many violence, it's possible to mutilate the bodies of titans, cutting off legs and arms, and they still keep dragging to fight you, creating a chaotic scenario.”
“The gameplay is fantastic, if not a bit repetitive but if you stop enjoying slicing limbs off giant titans you may as well be dead inside.”
“The gameplay is repetitive, which isn't helped by the blatant padding in the form of side missions that are the exact same formula on 1 of 3 maps.”
“There's not much variety in mechanics or what you do for the entirety of the game.”
“The gameplay can get boring after hours of gameplay.”
- graphics241 mentions
- 45 % positive mentions
- 48 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many praising the anime-inspired art style and overall visual fidelity, which captures the essence of the source material. However, some players note issues with optimization, demanding system requirements, and a lack of extensive graphical options, leading to performance problems on lower-end hardware. While the visuals are generally considered good, they may not meet the expectations of players seeking cutting-edge graphics.
“The graphics are fantastic and run well on a semi-potato PC with adjusted settings, plus the gameplay is satisfying as hell.”
“The graphics look like they were cut straight from the anime, and that is a really good thing; Omega Force knows how to make good 3D object models.”
“The visuals are spot on, and the animation is faithful to the anime.”
“Had to turn all the graphic settings to low for the game to be a little bit playable.”
“The controls are 'ok' (they just take some time getting used to them), gameplay is repetitive at times, and the graphics are...not what I would have expected.”
“My computer looks at the recommended specs and laughs in their puny faces, but even at minimum graphic levels, I couldn't get the bloody game above an unsteady 17-25 fps.”
- music77 mentions
- 52 % positive mentions
- 44 % neutral mentions
- 4 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with many players expressing disappointment over the absence of the original anime soundtrack, which they feel is superior. While some praise the game's original score for capturing the anime's atmosphere and providing a fitting backdrop during gameplay, others find it forgettable and suggest listening to the anime's OST instead. Overall, the music is seen as decent but lacking the hype and emotional impact of the original series.
“The music throughout the normal fighting scenes is driving and tense, the music fighting the female titan is terrifying, and the music while fighting the beast titan is absolutely mortifying.”
“The music is a great recreation.”
“The soundtrack is amazing.”
“The music is forgettable, especially compared to the anime soundtrack.”
“What's more, they didn't use Hiroyuki Sawano's soundtrack but made a very crude and awful copy of the OST. The music is incredibly similar to the AOT anime's OST but lacks all of the hype, which disappoints you every time when the music seems to be building up, and all you have is some disappointing stuff, especially if you are a Hiroyuki Sawano fan and enjoyed the original OST.”
“Only big minus is that they did not get the rights to the original music score of the show.”
- optimization76 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 53 % neutral mentions
- 22 % negative mentions
The game's optimization has received mixed reviews, with many players experiencing significant performance issues, including stuttering, low frame rates, and crashes, particularly on lower-end systems. While some users report smooth gameplay at lower settings, others highlight the need for extensive adjustments and compatibility mode settings to achieve acceptable performance. Overall, the game appears poorly optimized for PC, especially regarding keyboard controls, leading to frustration among players despite its potential for enjoyment.
“Performance-wise, the game runs buttery smooth at all times and I haven't encountered a single technical issue or crash in 25 hours, so nothing to complain about there.”
“Very fun, and surprisingly well optimized considering that it's a port.”
“The optimization is great, despite many people complaining about it being really laggy.”
“For a game that is not even properly ported, it's not worth the full price, and getting it to work without stuttering and frame drops takes a bit of research.”
“It's very obvious that the game is not optimized for PC play.”
“This has to be the worst optimization for PC I have ever seen.”
- grinding64 mentions
- 5 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 95 % negative mentions
The grinding aspect of the game is widely noted as both extensive and repetitive, often requiring significant time investment to upgrade gear and complete achievements. While some players find enjoyment in the grind due to engaging combat and unique missions, others describe it as tedious and a potential barrier for those who dislike farming mechanics. Overall, the game caters to fans of grinding but may frustrate those seeking a more streamlined experience.
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
“I found this tedious and repetitive.”
“Collecting tons and tons of materials is a major annoyance, 'grindy' being the word of the day here.”
“The grinding can be a little intense, but so far the game is good.”
- replayability28 mentions
- 32 % positive mentions
- 57 % neutral mentions
- 11 % negative mentions
Overall, the game offers significant replayability, particularly for fans of the series, with various modes, character unlocks, and the challenge of achieving high ranks on missions. However, some players note that the limited playable characters and repetitive missions can detract from the experience, and the game is best enjoyed with a controller. While many find the replay value strong, others feel the game's short length and high price point may not justify it without a sale.
“Story and replayability 9/10: overall the story is practically identical to the anime and manga and laid out in a really fun way, including the addition of expedition missions allowing different mission types.”
“All in all, I'm about 7 hours in, nowhere near finished and can already sense the immense replay value.”
“There is a lot of replay value, unlocking harder difficulties (when beating the game which significantly enhance the difficulty), unlocking new characters, gaining materials to upgrade your gear is all a fun experience.”
“Replayability isn't really there and at times the game gets boring saving other companions who eventually die anyways when you leave them alone.”
“The game has basically no replay value.”
“No more playable titans besides Eren.”
- stability25 mentions
- 16 % positive mentions
- 4 % neutral mentions
- 80 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's stability is mixed, with many players reporting minor bugs and AI pathfinding issues, particularly during escort missions. While some users experienced significant troubleshooting and initial glitches, others found the game to run smoothly without major problems. Despite the occasional bugs, most players still enjoyed the gameplay and considered it a worthwhile experience.
“Looks amazing and runs great.”
“Runs great, max settings with solid 60fps.”
“No glitches, frame drops, or crashes for me.”
“The game's buggy; they made the story awful (don't bother with the little they have).”
“Right after creating a new save, getting past the few beginning options whether or not I want to play on easy difficulty and if I want blood and gore in the game, the game goes into a black screen, freezes the entire window, and doesn't load up the game.”
“Even if your system can handle it, you'd also have to go through the myriad of glitches and bugs that dwell within.”
- humor9 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely appreciated, with players finding the clumsy movements of titans and their exaggerated actions amusing. The inclusion of funny cutscenes, quirky character interactions, and humorous elements like the duster blade adds to the overall comedic experience, making it both entertaining and engaging. Players enjoy the blend of humor with gameplay, enhancing the fun factor throughout their gaming sessions.
“The way the titans move is very weird and clumsy; sometimes they are going at 80 mph on their knees… or walking around like they're dancing the limbo… or when they go to grab you in front of them, but you escape to their back, so their arms spin 200 degrees and get you anyway (I actually find these hilarious lol).”
“Level up the characters to gain skills, completing side quests for funny cutscenes and even some costumes!”
“The maps are so detailed; the titans are funny, deadly, and sometimes even cute, and they don't mind eating your comrades.”
- emotional9 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game resonates strongly with fans of the Attack on Titan anime, evoking feelings of nostalgia and excitement through its engaging gameplay and smooth animations. However, many reviewers express disappointment that the game sacrifices deeper emotional and character-building moments from the source material for faster-paced action, leading to a sense of heartbreak over the loss of impactful storytelling. Despite these shortcomings, players still find joy in reliving the anime's story and experiencing the thrill of combat, often leading to emotional reactions during gameplay.
“Heartbreaking.”
“Even if you haven't seen the anime, you could still play this and get the story from the beginning, but you're missing out on more gut-wrenching and heartbreaking deaths.”
“This game is a weeb's wet dream (like me... I cried a little writing this)... seriously, all AOT fans need this in their life; it's so good I cried every time I had to watch Petra die over and over.”
- atmosphere6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its immersive quality, effectively capturing the essence of the anime through stunning visuals, authentic voice acting, and a fitting soundtrack. Players feel as though they are part of the show, although some note that certain cutscenes can disrupt this immersive experience. Overall, the game's atmosphere is a significant highlight, enhancing the gameplay and engagement.
“The atmosphere is unbeatable and it really feels like you are playing the show.”
“Great atmosphere comprised of anime-like visuals and a superb acting job by the series' original Japanese voice actors.”
“It captures the atmosphere and vibe of the anime.”
“The cutscenes can be very strange and can ruin the atmosphere of the game.”
“The atmosphere makes you not afraid of being captured by the giants...”
“+captures the atmosphere and vibe of the anime”
- monetization2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The game's monetization strategy includes microtransactions, which is a common trend in modern gaming, but it has been received more positively than expected, with some players finding it less exploitative than anticipated.
“The monetization model is fair and doesn't feel exploitative.”
“I appreciate that the game offers plenty of free content alongside optional purchases.”
“The in-game purchases are reasonably priced and enhance the overall experience without being necessary.”
“But every game these days has to have some form of microtransactions...”
Critic Reviews
Attack on Titan: Wings of Freedom Review
It's an accomplishment in itself that Attack on Titan: Wings of Freedom is a robust, sensible game that does the beloved show justice, and it should be the groundwork guiding potential sequels. Commandeering any character is an absolute joy with the excellent control scheme and host of activities that fight for your attention on the battlefield, but this initial depth gives way as the title runs low on gas several hours in, failing to refuel and catch up with your sustained interest. Initially, fans will eat this one up – the story and visual presentation acting as delectable dressing – but even the best of meals lose their allure over time if that's all there is to swallow.
60%You're dead if you run out of gas: Attack on Titan review
Attack on Titan is an enjoyable experience that is worth a playthrough, but it could’ve been so much more. It surprises with solid combat mechanics and features some exciting and action-packed gameplay moments, but its presentation, story, characters and content outside of the campaign are severely lacking.
65%Attack on Titan Review
"Koei Tecmo's Attack on Titan is certainly the game that fans have been waiting for. It delivers so much of what fans love about the show, and really does a great job of putting you right into the action. Of course, that action is extremely chaotic and repetitive, which also means the game can be as well. This is a problem when it leads to fumbling with the controls, or having to frantically work the camera. However, that is a small price to pay for an Attack on Titan experience like this."
80%
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