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Killzone: Shadow Fall

After a promising outing on the PlayStation 3, the Killzone franchise has taken a step back. The campaign is among the worst you’ll play in any triple-A shooter this year. Gameplay manages to hold on, just barely, despite difficulty and AI problems trying to bring it down. Multiplayer holds its ground, and is likely the only redeeming feature of the whole package. It’s a phenomenal looking game, but sound effects sabotage the presentation. After so many entries that successfully avoided the tropes of being a tech demo, Killzone: Shadow Fall ends up feeling exactly like one.
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69%Game Brain Score
Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
86% User Score Based on 41 reviews
Critic Score 69%Based on 2 reviews

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About Killzone: Shadow Fall

Killzone: Shadow Fall is a single player and multiplayer shooter game with a warfare theme. It was developed by Guerrilla Games and was released on November 15, 2013. It received mostly positive reviews from critics and positive reviews from players.

Thirty years after the events of Killzone 3, the world is a very different place with two rival factions, the Helghast and the Vektans, living side by side in a futuristic city divided by a vast wall. In the midst of all the tension stands a Shadow Marshal, the best of the best, tasked with one mandate above all else: preserve the peace, no matter the cost.

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86%Audience ScoreBased on 41 reviews
graphics6 positive mentions
  • Spectacular graphics that showcase the power of the PlayStation 4, even years after release.
  • An enjoyable single-player campaign with a focus on stealth and a fresh political angle.
  • Solid multiplayer component that adds to the overall fun of the game.
  • Generic gameplay that doesn't significantly innovate within the first-person shooter genre.
  • Single-player campaign suffers from pacing issues and lacks engaging narrative elements.
  • Multiplayer is hampered by a lack of voice chat and some balance issues among classes.

  • graphics

    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    75% positive mentions, 25% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The graphics of the game are consistently praised as spectacular and graphically impressive, even years after its release. Reviewers highlight the stunning visuals that enhance both the single-player campaign and multiplayer experience, creating a captivating world that players are eager to explore. Overall, the game's visuals are described as a standout feature that contributes significantly to its appeal.

    • “Spectacular graphics.”
    • “Graphics-wise, the game is phenomenal looking, even this many years after release.”
    • “Absolutely stunning graphics; utilizes the DualShock 4 more than any other PS4 game.”

  • gameplay

    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    38% positive mentions, 24% neutral mentions, 38% negative mentions

    The gameplay in the reviewed title features a mix of traditional first-person shooter mechanics with attempts at enhancing mobility and stealth, though it ultimately feels generic and reminiscent of other FPS games. While there are some interesting scripted sequences and new mechanics like zero gravity, the overall experience is marred by frustrating objectives and forgettable characters, leading to a mixed reception despite its technical prowess.

    • “The single player campaign is largely good; it’s still got a bit of that weighty feel that is the signature of Killzone controls, but it mixes up the traditional gameplay with a lot of new additions.”
    • “Killzone Shadow Fall is a very enjoyable first-person shooter on the PlayStation 4 that really showcases the power of this next-gen console with some fun gameplay tweaks.”
    • “They tried to incorporate a large sense of mobility into that gameplay loop, putting a focus on stealthy operations and mobility, with some scripted sequences featuring interesting mechanics like zero gravity and marking sniper targets for safe movement.”
    • “They tried to incorporate a large sense of mobility into the gameplay loop; however, aside from some scripted sequences with interesting mechanics (zero gravity, being completely powerless and relying on marking sniper targets to move safely), most of the gameplay is no different than any other FPS game.”
    • “Overall, its reliance on old mechanics and a generic story and characters kept this from being more than a three out of five.”
    • “Frustrating and generic gameplay rounds out an otherwise technically impressive package.”

  • story

    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    60% positive mentions, -20% neutral mentions, 60% negative mentions

    The story of Shadow Fall features a significant time skip that helps to address previous narrative shortcomings, though it remains largely generic and unremarkable. While it introduces an interesting setting and leaves room for future narratives, the overall reliance on familiar mechanics and characters limits its impact. Despite this, the campaign includes powerful moments and a personal exploration of ongoing conflict, complemented by excellent visuals and engaging multiplayer elements.

    • “The story explores the ongoing conflict from a new, personal angle.”
    • “Wonderful visuals present you a world you want to explore.”
    • “Surprisingly powerful campaign moments.”
    • “By doing a massive time skip into the future, the game nullifies many of Killzone 3's poor story decisions.”
    • “Overall, its reliance on old mechanics and a generic story and characters kept this from being more than a three out of five.”
    • “The story fails to engage, relying on clichés and predictable plot twists that detract from the overall experience.”

  • music

    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The music in the game is praised for its futuristic, action movie-like quality, enhancing the overall experience alongside stunning graphics. Players appreciate how it complements the game's atmosphere and themes, particularly in relation to the Helghast and their weapons.

    • “The music is great, with a futuristic, action movie-like feel that enhances the gameplay experience.”
    • “Absolutely stunning graphics combined with an incredible soundtrack make this game a must-play.”
    • “The soundtrack really elevates the atmosphere, making every moment feel epic and immersive.”
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Killzone: Shadow Fall is a shooter game with warfare theme. Common tags for Killzone: Shadow Fall include science and first-person.

Killzone: Shadow Fall is available on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4 and PlayStation.

Killzone: Shadow Fall was released on November 15, 2013.

Killzone: Shadow Fall was developed by Guerrilla Games.

Killzone: Shadow Fall has received mostly positive reviews from players and mostly positive reviews from critics. Most players liked Killzone: Shadow Fall for its graphics but disliked it for its gameplay.

Killzone: Shadow Fall is a single player game with multiplayer support.

Similar games include Unreal Tournament III: Black Edition, Frontlines: Fuel of War, XCOM: Chimera Squad, Every Day We Fight, Resistance: Burning Skies and others.