L.A. Noire Remastered

  • November 14, 2017
75%
Game Brain Score Based on 28 reviews
  • story
  • graphics
  • optimization
L.A. Noire Remastered Game Cover
Originally released back in 2011, L.A. Noire was one of my favourite games of the last generation.

"L.A. Noire Remastered" is a crime thriller video game set in 1940's Los Angeles, where player controls Cole Phelps, an LAPD detective, navigating through a city filled with corruption, drug trade, and high murder rates. The game offers a realistic and immersive experience with its revolutionary facial animation technology, solving brutal crimes and uncovering conspiracies inspired by real events of the time. As Phelps rises through the ranks, he must confront the city's dark underbelly, including members of his own department, to expose a secret that could shake the city to its core.

  • Nintendo Switch
  • Play​station 4
  • Play​station 5
  • Xbox One
  • Xbox Series X|S
  • Play​Station
  • Xbox
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Reviews

75%
Audience ScoreBased on 28 reviews
story4 positive mentions
optimization3 negative mentions
  • Engaging story with compelling characters and unique interrogations that enhance the detective experience.
  • Impressive visuals and facial animations, especially in handheld mode, along with all previously-released content included.
  • New control dynamics and features for the Switch, such as touchscreen support, make the game enjoyable for both returning fans and newcomers.
  • Technical issues persist, including frame-rate drops, audio cutouts, and clunky combat mechanics.
  • The open world feels empty and lacks engaging activities, detracting from the overall experience.
  • Some visual improvements are minimal, and the revised interrogation system still has flaws that hinder gameplay.
  • story6 mentions

    The story is praised for its engaging narrative, compelling protagonist, and immersive 1940s Los Angeles setting, with unique and rewarding interrogations that enhance the gameplay experience. While some technical issues and certain missions detract from the overall experience, the twists and turns in the plot, along with expressive character animations and well-implemented features, keep players invested. Overall, the remaster retains its riveting storylines and complex characters, making it a worthwhile experience despite some visual shortcomings.

    • “The story is engaging, the investigations are fun, the world is deep and immersive, and the interrogations are truly unique.”
    • “Satisfying story with a compelling lead protagonist, interrogations are engrossing, and the well-realized depiction of 1940s-era Los Angeles enhances the experience.”
    • “It may not be the greatest looking remaster overall, but visuals aside, it's still the engaging storylines and the complex characters that you'll come back for.”
    • “Technical issues and tailing missions ruin the experience on the vice desk, leaving the open world feeling empty.”
  • graphics5 mentions

    The graphics in the remastered version of Noire show some improvements, particularly in interrogations, but overall, they are not significantly enhanced compared to the original. While the visuals hold up and include all DLC, some users noted oddities like interrogation labels and restrictions in photo mode. Despite these graphical limitations, the engaging storylines and complex characters remain the main draw for players.

    • “Noire tries to do, and with the improvements to interrogations and visuals, it's certainly worth giving it a go.”
    • “Noire on PS4 will certainly give you bang for your buck thanks to its improved graphical prowess and neat package containing all of the original’s content.”
    • “Visuals hold up, includes all DLC.”
    • “The graphics don't look too improved, and the interrogation labels are odd, along with strange photo mode restrictions.”
    • “The visuals hold up, but they don't feel significantly enhanced.”
    • “Noire on PS4 will certainly give you bang for your buck thanks to its improved graphical prowess, but it still feels lacking in some areas.”
  • optimization4 mentions

    Overall, the game's optimization on the Switch is commendable, particularly in handheld mode where it performs impressively despite some minor performance issues. However, players have noted clunky movement during combat and visual performance problems in docked mode, which detracts from the experience. The use of HD rumble and motion capture enhances the world atmosphere, but the open world feels somewhat lacking in activities.

    • “Even with the slight performance woes, the game is very impressive on Switch, especially in handheld mode.”
    • “Clunky movement during combat.”
    • “Not much to do out in the open world.”
    • “Visual and performance issues stick out in docked mode.”
  • atmosphere3 mentions

    The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its stunning visuals, exceptional acting, and impressive facial animations, creating an immersive detective adventure that compensates for its flaws. Despite some shortcomings, the overall ambiance significantly enhances the gaming experience.

    • “While the game's myriad faults remain and the revised interrogation system fumbles its chance to fix one of the most egregious parts of the game, the great acting, stunning atmosphere, and amazing facial animation all combine to make this a detective adventure that's worth experiencing, despite its rough edges.”
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75% average critic score

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