Shadow of The Colossus - PlayStation 4

Shadow of the Colossus is technically an open world game, the world is small and picturesque. The basic core concept is to use your sword and bow to kill 16 gigantic monster bosses. But one is not limited to just tracking down and eliminating these beasts, which are platforming puzzles unto themselves, there are plenty of other things one can do while traversing the beautiful landscape. The experience is lush in atmosphere and intrigue (not to mention graphics and audio). I originally played this game on the PS2 but found it very enjoyable to play on the PS4 with the enhanced graphics. This is one of the great games that withstood the test of time and got re-released on the PS3 and PS4 due to its popularity and large fanbase. After encountering, and besting, the first monster in this newly built PS4 remake (just the same way I beat him 13 years ago on my old CRT TV), I was totally hooked. I'm playing on a stock PS4 and the graphics are amazing, the frame rate is buttery smooth, and the main character no longer feels heavy and sluggish, straining against the constraints of old hardware. Give the game a try, it will not disappoint.

The game is good but do not expect much from it. The graphics are beautiful and impressive. But the mechanism of the game remains the same or worse than before. very very frustrating

I’ve played this on the PlayStation 2 and liked it then but I was impressed with the improvements on the PlayStation 4

If you've never played shadow of the Colossus then this graphics redo should be at the top of your list. The intended purpose of this re release was to enhance the graphics and all around game play for new generations and they deliver with a few extra touches. For instance, I didn't expect an audio upgrade or different voice acting but it was added to this project. Having played the original ps2 version and 3d rerelease on PS3 I have to admit I'm not a fan of this but given that the game isn't dialogue heavy this most definitely isn't a deal breaker. With additional graphics settings this game can be enjoyed to it's full potential on any hdr TV. As far as any other changes to the game go, there really aren't any notable ones but that's good. A classic like this hardly needs a reinterpretation. Though I will say this, I don't believe you can top the initial 3d rerelease on PS3. Granted it was just a ps2 upscaled port the 3 dimensional feel made this game pop but unfortunately the shift from 3d to higher resolution has been decided. But definitely worth checking out if you get the opportunity. Controls seem a bit more clunkier than I remember and our protagonist seems clumsier too but that may be due to the graphics retouch. But for a game that has survived two generational ports I'd expect no less. It isn't bad but worth noting. And that's why I give it 4 stars. This was a tough rating but I stick with it. The price point is right, visually and audibly they seemed to achieve what they set out to do but I can't shake the feeling of having enjoyed myself more on the previous iteration. That said I'm thankful this work of art has survived another generation.

This is an amazing remake made with dedication and care. Looks amazing and plays close to the original with some subtle improvements. I'm sure some purists will still play on PS2 original but the masses this is a must have title on the PS4.

Shadow of the Colossus was the exemplar of how video games could be treated as art back in 2005. Between the music, visuals, gameplay, and minimalistic yet stunningly deep narrative SotC proved that games were more than mere entertainment. They could make you think and feel; they could move the audience through an interactive media in a way that people had not previously engaged with art. These sentiments are still true today, 13 years after the original was released. Shadow of the Colossus in 2018 is not just an update or HD remaster. This is a ground up re-make that retains the full spirit and experience of the original while giving a modern audience the kind of fluid controls and sharp visuals that we have become used to. This is how re-makes should be handled. This game has been crafted by people who understood what made the original so memorable, and who obviously worked extremely hard to retain that magic. Absolute recommendation. 10/10

Shadow of the Colossus is a remarkable remaster of the original classic. I usually have reservations about remasters but SotC broke my expectations. I won't spoil the plot for the new players but even if you've played the original Playstation 2 version, you won't want to miss out on this version. If you're playing this game on the PS4 Pro then you're in for a real treat with the AMAZING visuals that will have you simply exploring and taking in the sites. By the end, you will have a heavy heart from the story but will be proud to have played a piece of art.

The graphics are amazing, such was the draw to the game in first place. The reason it is not great is the controlled movements in game play are not as responsive as i would like. Another kind of annoying feature is the game makes you look at what it wants when looking around. You can of course look at your surroundings by taking control of the view but as soon as you hand comes off the button, it reverts back to what it wants you to see. The actual movemnts when on horseback look amazing however controlling it leaves something to be desired.