Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy

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Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy is a surprisingly ambitious cosmic space adventure that offers robust action, impressive visuals, an a memorable story. One of the biggest surprises of 2021.

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8/10

Tom Marks (IGN)

Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy is yet another convincing example of how much fun a linear, no-frills, single-player campaign can be.

October 25, 2021 |

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Eidos-Montréal’s Guardians of the Galaxy digs into the weird side of Marvel comics to deliver a fulfilling story about the titular heroes.

October 25, 2021 |

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Jordan Ramée (GameSpot)

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Diego Perez (Attack of the Fanboy)

Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy absolutely nails the vibe and look, even if the middling story, technical issues, and repetition hold it back from being truly great.

October 25, 2021 |

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Tom Marks (IGN)

8/10 - (Read Review)

Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy is yet another convincing example of how much fun a linear, no-frills, single-player campaign can be.

Jordan Ramée (GameSpot)

7/10 - (Read Review)

Eidos-Montréal’s Guardians of the Galaxy digs into the weird side of Marvel comics to deliver a fulfilling story about the titular heroes.

Diego Perez (Attack of the Fanboy)

3.5/5 stars - (Read Review)

Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy absolutely nails the vibe and look, even if the middling story, technical issues, and repetition hold it back from being truly great.

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Outlet	Author	Score	Date	Quote	Read
3DNews	Денис Щенников	7.5 / 10	10-25-2021	Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy are good enough to entertain you for a few evenings. But I doubt you will ever want to revisit this journey.	Read review
ACG	Jeremy Penter	Recommended	10-24-2021	Video Review	Read review
Areajugones	Cristian M. Villa	9.2 / 10	10-25-2021	Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy is the purest essence of chaos; a story that could perfectly take place in the wildest Las Vegas... if Las Vegas could wipe out the entire galaxy, they'd have shots and explosions all in and your friends would be rolling it to the minimum you turn to the other side. In essence: a fast-paced journey that will not disappoint absolutely anyone looking for a story to vibrate with, whether they are a Marvel fan or not.‎	Read review
Atomix	Alberto Desfassiaux	91 / 100	10-25-2021	Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy is such a redemption after the disaster with Marvel's Avengers. Amazing gameplay, great story and stunning graphics, are some elements that makes the new Eidos game a must have.	Read review
Attack of the Fanboy	Diego Perez	3.5 / 5 stars	10-25-2021	Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy absolutely nails the vibe and look, even if the middling story, technical issues, and repetition hold it back from being truly great.	Read review
AusGamers	Steve Farrelly	9 / 10	10-26-2021	Oh, and your 13-year-old 80s mullet is the thing dreams are made of.	Read review
BaziCenter	Mohammad Talebian	8 / 10	11-07-2021	Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy has its flaws, but it's probably one of the best games in the Marvel universe beside Insomniac's Spider-Man in recent years.	Read review
Bazimag	Sina Golabzade	8.2 / 10	11-01-2021	Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy offers a very different kind of team-based combat and although sometimes it may feel a little too easy, learning how the combinations of the whole team’s powers work will bring you a lot of joy. The story doesn’t feel anything new in this kind of cosmic adventure narrative but by focusing on likeable characters and giving them great dialogues and enough time to thrive, the developers have managed to elevate their story in the best possible way.	Read review
But Why Tho?	Kate Sanchez	9 / 10	10-25-2021	Even with its faults that can easily be patched up, Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy is an absolute love letter to the property and one that any fan should be excited to play. Yes, the gameplay is excellent, but for this game, it's all about the characters. It's about small moments, big moments, and everything in between.	Read review
CGMagazine	Dayna Eileen	7 / 10	10-25-2021	Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy was a surprising experience. Though the game still has some bugs, and a few undesirable features, it comes packed with in-depth characters and an extensive storyline. If you have time to go for a very long virtual walk, this might be the game for you.	Read review
Checkpoint Gaming	Luke Mitchell	7 / 10	10-26-2021	Despite some quirks, Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy is a super-fun superhero adventure that hits more than it misses, with a banging soundtrack and a lot of personality that more than makes up for its shortcomings.	Read review
Chicas Gamers	Adrián de Francisco	Recommended	11-05-2021	Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy is everything we want in a Marvel game. We have a single player with an excellent story, some recognizable characters established in the franchise, a design of cinema sets and an addictive and entertaining gameplay that invites you to enjoy while you play.	Read review
COGconnected	Mark Steighner	89 / 100	10-25-2021	Although over the decades comics have become ever more reflective of the complexities and concerns of contemporary life, in the end, they are still often the literary or cinematic equivalent of fast food: momentarily delicious, exactly what you need to fill the void, but not necessarily memorable or nutritious. Guardians of the Galaxy isn’t afraid of touching on some weighty themes, but they’re always secondary to an absorbing story, entertaining characters, and engaging action. Guardians of the Galaxy isn’t perfect, but overall, it’s a very effective translation of Marvel’s iconic band of misfits from page or screen into interactive entertainment.	Read review
Cultured Vultures	Stephen Wilds	8.5 / 10	10-25-2021	Guardians of the Galaxy is a spectacular, albeit lengthy adventure with enjoyable mechanics and a surprisingly deeper story than what is on the surface.	Read review
Daily Mirror	Eugene Sowah	4 / 5 stars	10-27-2021	Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy is a visually pleasing action-adventure that really captures what fans love about the series and the characters. The gameplay is very linear but the game makes up for that with its great script, cast and accessible gameplay. This will definitely be a fan pleaser no matter what medium you are a fan of.	Read review
Daily Star	Tom Hutchison	4 / 5 stars	10-25-2021	Overall, this is a brilliantly fun, wild and upbeat action ride.	Read review
DASHGAMER.com	Dan Rizzo	9 / 10	11-03-2021	Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy is an unexpected contender for Game of the Year. Most definitely an exciting addition to the 2021 line-up and one of the best action-adventure platformers I've had the pleasure of experiencing in quite some time.	Read review
Destructoid	Chris Carter	6.5 / 10	10-25-2021	When it gets going and it’s firing on all cylinders, it’s fun. But it’s also exceedingly linear and many of the choices it offers are surface-level at best. Treat it like an arcadey weekend romp and you’ll be fine: bonus points if you already adore these lovable little bandits.	Read review
Digital Chumps	Ben Sheene	9.5 / 10	03-05-2019	Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy subverts expectations. An expertly written and wonderfully acted script results in humor, drama, and heart, elevating the source material beyond its MCU trappings.	Read review
Digital Spy	Owen Gough	4 / 5 stars	10-25-2021	It's also a shame that this game isn't a co-op experience to give you a chance to play along with a buddy or two and role-play as your favourite heroes, but we understand why the game is a solo experience. You have this chaotic mix of guns and banter as you feverishly button-mash to kill your opponents – this is exactly what we expected from a Guardians of the Galaxy game when we heard about it, and we love it.	Read review
Digital Trends	Giovanni Colantonio	3.5 / 5 stars	10-25-2021	Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy has some rough edges, but its solo team play mechanics are a perfect match for the dysfunctional superhero family.	Read review
DualShockers	Dean James	8.5 / 10	10-25-2021	Guardians of the Galaxy is everything that Marvel’s Avengers should have been, offering players a single-player focused adventure with some of your favorite comic book characters. Mixed in with solid gameplay and continuous witty banter between your teammates, Guardians of the Galaxy will leave you already excited for what you would expect to be the inevitable sequel.	Read review
Easy Allies	Michael Huber	4 / 5 stars	10-25-2021	Guardians of the Galaxy offers a fresh take on the familiar team, filled with heart and humor.	Read review
Echo Boomer	David Fialho	Recommended	11-04-2021	These are not the Guardians of the Galaxy we all met from the movies. They are better. In a game that stands out for its surprising of charm, care and emotion.	Read review
EGM	Josh Harmon	8 / 10	10-25-2021	Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy may not be able to quite match the humor of James Gunn's MCU films, but it's packed with plenty of personality and decently fun (if not groundbreaking) combat. To its great credit, Eidos-Montréal's story-driven approach always keeps the focus on its ragtag team of heroes, making for a worthwhile and memorable trip to the Cosmic Marvel universe.	Read review
Eurogamer	Vikki Blake	Not Recommended	10-25-2021	Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy is enjoyable enough at times, but weighed down by a deluge of unnecessary systems and bullet-sponge combat.	Read review
Everyeye.it	Antonello Bello	8 / 10	10-25-2021	Whether or not you're a die-hard fan of the Multiverse's most ramshackle supergroup, let yourself be enchanted by the extravagant style and personality of the Guardians of the Galaxy, and set off with them for the stars.	Read review
Explosion Network	Paulie Bird	8 / 10	11-02-2021	Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy is a surprisingly strong turn for a game adapted from a Marvel property. It focuses on the team dynamic to fill out its gameplay and relies on strong writing to carry its linear campaign while boasting nuanced performances and a soundtrack that would make James Gunn blush.	Read review
Forbes	Paul Tassi	8 / 10	10-25-2021	I suppose we can now venture into the old “is Guardians worth $60?” debate. If you miss hyper linear story games with no live service BS, and are a big Marvel fan, then this might be the game for you. If you are hoping for Devil May Cry level combat and God of War type puzzles and exploration within a linear story, you will be disappointed. But I can safely say this is probably a better end product than most people were expecting, and that alone is a pretty big win for a game that felt like a bit of a risk and like it’s been lacking in buzz leading up to launch here. It has issues, but it gets a lot right, and pushes storytelling in ways I haven’t seen in this genre before.	Read review
Game Informer	Andrew Reiner	8.5 / 10	10-25-2021	A rarity in gaming that is at its best when the characters are rambling on	Read review
Game Rant	Joshua Duckworth	4 / 5 stars	10-25-2021	Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy features an emotional yet hilarious story, immersive if insane decisions, and exciting if bloated combat.	Read review
Game Revolution	Paul Tamburro	3.5 / 5 stars	10-25-2021	Guardians of the Galaxy is a solid original story from Eidos Montreal that deviates from both the MCU and the comics, providing something for Marvel fans across mediums to enjoy. However, while it’s certainly a step up from publisher Square Enix’s Avengers, it suffers with its own notable bugs and glitches that detract from the on-screen action. The day one patch will hopefully tackle these problems, and if so this is a highly recommendable superhero game that doesn’t quite step it up like Insomniac’s Spider-Man series, though still does right by its unlikely group of misfit anti-heroes.	Read review
Gameblog	Romain Mahut	7 / 10	10-25-2021	Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy is a fun trip accross the galaxy alongside comics' most famous motley crew. Eidos Montreal totally nailed the tone of this one and it's a pleasure to watch and hear the team evolve over time. The game's dialogue is very well written with some genuinely funny lines (and great voice acting). All the while telling a touching story. We just wish the game's combat would have been a bit more inspired and polished.	Read review
Gamefa	Mostafa Zahedi	8.2 / 10	11-02-2021	If you're looking for a fascinating and eventful adventure, don't hesitate to even take a moment in this gaming experience.	Read review
GameGrin	Ibrahim K	8.5 / 10	11-01-2021	I initially booted up Guardians of the Galaxy with tempered expectations but was surprised with how much fun I ended up having. Despite having a few setbacks, Guardians of the Galaxy is easily one of the best games of the year thanks to its fantastic story.	Read review
GameMAG	Александр Логинов	9 / 10	10-25-2021	Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy is an excellent story-driven game with compelling characters, nice humor, great narrative and amazing visuals.	Read review
GamePro	Eleen Reinke	81 / 100	10-25-2021	Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy provides fans with a fun action-adventure with small playful weaknesses.	Read review
Gamerheadquarters	Jason Stettner	10 / 10	10-25-2021	Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy is a perfect joyride featuring action packed moments that are balanced with more emotive segments.	Read review
Gamers Heroes	Blaine Smith	9.5 / 10	10-25-2021	Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy is a Flarkin Fantastic game. It's easily the best game of the year so far. My only disappointment? We need more Lipless.	Read review
GameSkinny	Hayes Madsen	8 / 10	10-25-2021	Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy is a surprisingly compelling single-player adventure that packs in some real emotion, despite a few shortcomings.	Read review
GameSpew	Kim Snaith	8 / 10	10-25-2021	It’s hard not to love Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy.	Read review
GameSpot	Jordan Ramée	7 / 10	10-25-2021	Eidos-Montréal's Guardians of the Galaxy digs into the weird side of Marvel comics to deliver a fulfilling story about the titular heroes.	Read review
GamesRadar+	Sam Loveridge	4 / 5 stars	10-25-2021	Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy tells an utterly memorable story, with brilliant takes on the Guardians themselves, even if the gameplay could be more adventurous at times.	Read review
Gaming Nexus	Eric Hauter	8.5 / 10	10-25-2021	Guardians of the Galaxy sets a new high bar for interactive storytelling and jaw-dropping visuals. With an unparalleled attention to detail, Guardians tells a rollicking sci-fi story rooted in true human emotion. But the gameplay sections of this narrative masterpiece sometimes bog down the proceedings with merely okay combat and exploration. Definitely play this game, but with the understanding that Peter Quill just isn't that exciting in a firefight.	Read review
GamingBolt	Shubhankar Parijat	8 / 10	10-25-2021	Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy might be by-the-numbers, but it's a consistently enjoyable experience with great characters and an engaging story, thanks to an excellent understanding of what makes this property tick.	Read review
GamingTrend	David Burdette	90 / 100	10-25-2021	Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy is the biggest surprise of the year, and joins Marvel's Spider-Man as one of the best Marvel video games in the last decade. The Guardians themselves steal the show, depicted perfectly, with a movie/comic-worthy story that will leave you laughing and crying. The combat is a lot of fun with plenty of strategies to use, even if it can get a little repetitive, and the setting and locations blow you away in scale and how incredibly detailed and beautiful they are. This Guardians team absolutely stands on its own, and just like the movie I'm hooked on a feeling.	Read review
Geek Culture	Jake Su	8.4 / 10	10-25-2021	The legendary band of misfits embarks on an adventure that is largely successful on all fronts, marking a new chapter for the Guardians of the Galaxy.	Read review
Generación Xbox	Javier Gutierrez Bassols	8.5 / 10	11-02-2021	‎Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy is a title that knows what it wants to teach and how it wants to teach it and executes it in the best possible way. Yes, it has some small flaw, such as lip synchronization or that the combat can end up becoming something repetitive in its end, but it has a great asset: it focuses on telling us a story and puts everything in pursuit of it. It does not lengthen artificially with side or filler missions but goes straight and with everything for it.‎	Read review
God is a Geek	Chris White	8 / 10	10-25-2021	Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy is a bit rough around the edges, but it's so fun to play, with a well-written and exciting story.	Read review
GotGame	David Poole	9 / 10	10-25-2021	In the end, Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy is a serviceable action game elevated by its story and writing. While the gameplay isn't wholly original, it mixes the ideas in a way that keeps things entertaining and engaging. Yes, there's a few bugs here and there, but even the most frustrating moments were outweighed by the sheer fun. With a rock solid soundtrack, great threads and fantastic vocal performances, this is one adventure you won't want to miss. If you're a fan of the MCU films, this is a fresh new take that you'll settle into easily. For the comic book fans, it's even better.	Read review
GRYOnline.pl	Draug	9 / 10	10-25-2021	Last year's Avengers extinguished your enthusiasm for more Square Enix Marvel games? I advise you well, get it out of yourself a little bit for Guardians of the Galaxy. This is one of the best productions of this year.	Read review
Guardian	Malindy Hetfeld	3 / 5 stars	10-26-2021	Simplistic, repetitive interactions drag on an otherwise engaging story based on the Marvel franchise	Read review
Hardcore Gamer	Kevin Dunsmore	4.5 / 5 stars	10-25-2021	Looking back at E3 2021, many wrote off Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy. What Eidos Montreal and Square Enix showed seemed to miss the mark at every level.	Read review
Hey Poor Player	Andrew Thornton	4 / 5 stars	10-25-2021	Despite some issues with bugs and shooting that could use a little more weight behind it, Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy tells a fantastic story that kept me glued to my seat until the very end. An excellent voice cast, killer 80s soundtrack, and strategic combat sweetened the deal. Anyone looking for a fun action game should consider checking it out, and for fans of the Guardians, this is an absolute must-play.	Read review
Hobby Consolas	David Rodriguez	87 / 100	10-25-2021	Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy is a solid action adventure that fans of this group of heroes will love. Although it is not surprising in its approach, it does many things well and manages to redeem itself in the eyes of lovers of the Marvel universe.	Read review
IGN	Tom Marks	8 / 10	10-25-2021	Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy is yet another convincing example of how much fun a linear, no-frills, single-player campaign can be.	Read review
IGN Italy	Marco Esposto	8.4 / 10	10-25-2021	An adventure full of twists and turns, with beautiful dialogue and all the verve of the Guardians of the Galaxy. Perfect for supergroup fans and a good title to entertain everyone else.	Read review
IGN Middle East	Omar Salah	8.5 / 10	10-31-2021	Guardians of the Galaxy can be considered Marvel's true start in the gaming industry, paving the way for more superhero games with high expectations.	Read review
IGN Spain	Álex Pareja	9 / 10	10-25-2021	Eidos Montréal gives us one of the most interesting narrative games of recent times, always taking advantage of the medium's own tools to narrate. Knowledge and affection for the characters, entertaining combat, incessant surprises... one of the best of the year.	Read review
Impulsegamer	Andrew Bistak	4.4 / 5 stars	10-25-2021	Marvel Guardians of the Galaxy aims high and hits the target perfectly by delivering a thoroughly enjoyable single-player action RPG as you control Star Lord and his his motley alien crew while kicking a along the way.	Read review
JVL	Nyam Hazz	8.5 / 10	11-07-2021	If it hadn't been for those damn wacky hints of touches and the somewhat messy side of the fights, it would have been even better, but that didn't stop us from taking full advantage of the show on offer. It's rhythmic, with a soundtrack that tears and a humor that hits the mark, what's more in a very good VF.	Read review
KeenGamer	Mark O'Callaghan	8 / 10	11-02-2021	Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy is the redemption that Square Enix needs. This game is a fantastic single player journey that britantly shows off the Guardians in action. If you were burned by Marvel’s Avengers, this game might heal those old wounds.	Read review
Kotaku	Mike Fahey	Recommended	10-25-2021	I enjoyed nearly every moment of the 15 or so hours I spent playing Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy.	Read review
LevelUp	Pedro Pérez Cesari	8.5 / 10	11-03-2021	Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy is a game with a lot of quality, but it is far from perfect. However, it is a product by a team that fulfilled their mission of providing a sincere and heartfelt game. It is well worth giving it a chance.	Read review
Luis Alamilla	Luis Alamilla	8 / 10	10-29-2021	Video Review	Read review
Marooners' Rock	Frank Ventimiglia	8.2 / 10	11-17-2021	From start to finish, Marvel’s Guardians of The Galaxy was a pleasurable experience. Eidos-Montréal’s video game adaptation of the galaxy’s mightiest heroes is an excellent homage to the series’ legacy!	Read review
Merlin'in Kazanı	Ersin Kılıç	70 / 100	11-01-2021	Imagine watching this movie for 15 hours. Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy makes a great impression at first, but as you pass time, it makes you feel like it's a monotonous game.	Read review
Metro GameCentral	GameCentral	8 / 10	10-25-2021	A surprisingly ambitious cosmic space adventure that excels the more it diverges from the movies, offering robust action, impressive visuals, and unexpectedly sophisticated storytelling.	Read review
MonsterVine	Joe Bariso	4.5 / 5 stars	10-25-2021	Guardians of the Galaxy is a love letter to fans of the movies, comics, and just the cosmic side of Marvel as a whole. As a long time fan of all of these I had a big nerdy smile on my face the entire time.	Read review
New Game Network	Alex Varankou	73 / 100	11-03-2021	Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy offers some great dialogue, strong characters and occasionally interesting story choices. The gameplay is serviceable, and it could have used a bit more polish, but it's being in the company of these self-proclaimed good guys that you'll be most interested in.	Read review
Niche Gamer	Fingal Belmont	7 / 10	10-25-2021	Eidos-Montréal proved in their Deus Ex games that they are masters of environmental story telling, and in Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy, the developers go all out.	Read review
NoesPaisparaFrikis	David Valero	8.8 / 10	11-03-2021	Guardians of the Galaxy knows how to pick up the baton from games like Marvel Spider-man or Batman Arkham and take advantage of all the lore of the comics. And in that the Cosmic Marvel is unparalleled. Richard Ryder, Yondu, Darkhawk, Mantis, Cosmo, Thanos or The Collector are just some of the names that will appear as simple references or as essential NPCs in the plot and the truth is that they greatly enrich the experience of the staunch fan of these characters. Eidos Montreal has emerged victorious from a challenge that had a lot against it beforehand, thanks to a practical design and no external complications. Square-Enix should take note of the way forward for future projects.	Read review
NoobFeed	Adam Siddiqui	95 / 100	12-31-2021	Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy is a genuine shock. After Marvel's Avengers, any superhero game released under Square Enix would've been met with similar resistance but the developers have created such an outstanding adventure should stand beside the greatest superhero games of all time.	Read review
Oyungezer Online	Onur Kaya	8.5 / 10	11-08-2021	If you like Marvel, it's a production you should definitely experience for its story alone.	Read review
Paste Magazine	Garrett Martin	7 / 10	10-25-2021	I kept chugging along through its story and its battles without either ever feeling like much of a chore. Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy doesn't have the ingenuity or spark of James Gunn's movies, but it should do just enough to keep you interested on a lazy afternoon when you don't have anything else to do. That's a perfectly fine role for a game to fill, and this game is perfectly fine with filling it.	Read review
PC Gamer	Luke Winkie	70 / 100	10-25-2021	A surprisingly good time when you're not forced to reload your checkpoint after a game-breaking bug.	Read review
PC Invasion	Andrew Farrell	9 / 10	10-25-2021	The plot meanders and the game is somewhat too long, but it's still a great time and well worth experiencing for Guardians fans.	Read review
PCGamesN	Dave Irwin	7 / 10	10-25-2021	Guardians of the Galaxy mostly nails the quirky tone and characters that Marvel fans will be hoping for. Otherwise strong presentation is marred by a few too many visual glitches, but if you can tolerate these and some repetitive combat, it's worth a look.	Read review
PlayStation LifeStyle	Chandler Wood	8 / 10	10-25-2021	Despite some initial skepticism that they could pull it off, Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy is everything I want a Guardians of the Galaxy game to be. It is character-focused first and foremost, retaining the comedic heart and ’80s vibe that is core to the franchise. As a single-player game, it doesn’t get bogged down by expectations of some kind of grind or endgame. While combat can sometimes be rather chaotic and there are a few bugs, Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy understands what Guardians of the Galaxy is—character, comedy, and heart.	Read review
PlayStation Universe	Garri Bagdasarov	9.5 / 10	10-25-2021	Eidos Montreal has crafted one of the best superhero games to date. Their attention to world-building and characterization should be followed by many studios to come. The Exciting combat, which blends action RPG elements with strategic player commands, and breathtaking visuals and animations, is something to behold. But what truly sets this title apart is the fantastic writing, not just for the Guardians themselves, but for every character you come across. If you weren't a fan of the franchise before, Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy might just change your mind.	Read review
Polygon	Ryan Gilliam	Recommended	10-25-2021	Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy is the biggest surprise of the year	Read review
Press Start	Kieron Verbrugge	8.5 / 10	10-25-2021	Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy is pure blockbuster entertainment in much the same way as the MCU films. It might not push any boundaries in the genre, but it's a damned good Guardians game with a ton of heart and a clear passion for the property that shows. Eidos Montreal has clearly understood the strengths of its team and how they fit in with what fans love about the franchise to make the right calls. The result is an enjoyable ride and the most Marvel Marvel game around.	Read review
PSX Brasil	Thiago de Alencar Moura	90 / 100	10-25-2021	Guardians of the Galaxy is the closest we've had so far to translating the uncompromised fun feel of a Marvel movie into video games. It's an incredibly fun title, with great storytelling and solid gameplay that, if it doesn't revolutionize, makes every hour invested in it worth it.	Read review
Push Square	Liam Croft	8 / 10	10-25-2021	For as much uncertainty there has been surrounding Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy, the final game has delivered. Fun and frantic combat provide the basis for a long, extremely enjoyable campaign featuring the characters you love and the tracks your kids usually screw their noses up at. A great title that deserves to be expanded upon in the future.	Read review
Rapid Reviews UK	CarterGaz	4.5 / 5 stars	01-19-2022	You’d be forgiven for associating this Guardians of The Galaxy game with the 2020 hulk-smash hit Marvels Avengers. For many I think there was almost a belief it would play and feel like a DLC or expansion of the former. Despite it being published by the absolute juggernaut Square Enix akin to Avengers. GOTG wasn’t developed by the Gex-famed team over at Crystal Dynamics in California, and instead was helmed by those delightful Canadians at Eidos Montreal.	Read review
Rock, Paper, Shotgun	Ed Thorn	Recommended	10-25-2021	A heroic action adventure that's simple, but full of surprises and little details. Unmissable for Marvel fans, but also a solid buy if you're just after a good time.	Read review
Saudi Gamer	Unknown	8 / 10	11-18-2021	A fun and unique experience, one that attracts you with its world and character banter. It would definitely have benefited from some extra development time, though.	Read review
Saving Content	Ed Acosta	5 / 5 stars	10-25-2021	Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy is up there as one of the best experiences I’ve had all year. I compare this to the excellent Marvel’s Spider-Man, and he’s my all-time favorite character! A title I hold in high regard. Don’t hold out for these heroes; you’ll want this one in your collection.	Read review
Screen Rant	Maria Meluso	3.5 / 5 stars	10-25-2021	Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy delivers fun.	Read review
SECTOR.sk	Matúš Štrba	7.5 / 10	11-01-2021	Marvel's Guardians of The Galaxy managed to bring a really good portrayal of space Marvel team with fluid combat and great soundtrack. Bugs are killing the game though.	Read review
Shacknews	Ozzie Mejia	8 / 10	10-25-2021	Square Enix and Eidos Montreal don't exactly pull this job off flawlessly. In fact, it gets ugly at points. Yet, oddly enough, that feels very appropriate for Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy.	Read review
Sirus Gaming	Adrian Morales	8.5 / 10	10-25-2021	What Guardians of the Galaxy brings to the table is an entertaining combat system centered around combining team elements for optimal results, coupled with an excellent and meaningful upgrade system that all creates a fun gameplay loop. Throw in a remarkably clever and well-written story, and Guardians of the Galaxy becomes what I consider to be an exceedingly enjoyable and palatable game.	Read review
Skill Up	Ralph Panebianco	Recommended	10-25-2021	Video Review	Read review
Slant Magazine	Justin Clark	4 / 5 stars	11-03-2021	That, though, isn’t to denigrate the power of a good blaster. The addition of a Sekiro-like stagger meter makes some enemies more bullet spongy than normal, but otherwise there’s something very old-school about the gunplay here. Success means constant movement, matching elemental weaknesses, and carefully employing the other Guardians as support characters. The battlefields are chaotic, but once there’s enough special moves at play to combine, the game is blissfully freeing in a way that not many shooters are these days.	Read review
Softpedia	Cosmin Vasile	8 / 10	10-31-2021	Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy is a good superhero game. It may not be the best out there, but it is in the top 5. If you are a true Marvel fan familiar with the Guardians of the Galaxy universe it hits the perfect notes in almost perfect order. It tried to balance the videogames gameplay with a cinematic experience, focusing on delivering a quality single player experience.	Read review
SpazioGames	Domenico Musicò	7 / 10	10-25-2021	Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy is like a tie-in of 15 year ago with corridors, forced paths to follow and little arenas in which you must fight enemies in the same way. Marvel's fan will adore references, easter eggs and cameos, but it's not enough to make this project shine like a new star in the galaxy.	Read review
Stevivor	Matt Gosper	9.5 / 10	10-26-2021	While I went into Guardians with a good feeling I’d enjoy it, I was surprised by just how much fun I ended up having.	Read review
TechRaptor	Andrew Otton	9.5 / 10	10-25-2021	Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy is wildly entertaining, hilarious, full of heart, and an absolute blast from beginning to end.	Read review
Telegraph	Tom Hoggins	4 / 5 stars	11-03-2021	This take on Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy puts a premium on character and storytelling, with surprisingly impressive results	Read review
The Escapist	Marty Sliva	Recommended	10-25-2021	Video Review	Read review
The Game Fanatics	Julian Harris	Recommended	10-25-2021	Guardians of the Galaxy was a great experience that I cannot wait to play through the story again. The characters were portrayed perfectly in my opinion and the voice acting was stellar. Coming off of an Avengers game that some were a little hesitant about, Square Enix had a lot to prove with this title. This shows that future Marvel games are in really good hands. I look forward to more content for Guardians of the Galaxy and potentially a sequel in the future. If you haven’t spent much time learning about the Guardians of the Galaxy, this is a great jumping-off point. There is a lot of lore to be discovered in this game and it makes me want to go back and read some of the comics. There are so many potential characters that could be explored now. An Antman game by Square Enix could be pretty good.	Read review
The Games Machine	Claudio Magistrelli	8.8 / 10	10-25-2021	Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy gets back to the classic singleplayer formula, steering away from the hybrid attempt of Marvel's Avengers and piecing together gameplay elements from Tomb Raider, Mass Effect and even Knights of the Old Republic to make a quite unique choral adventure.	Read review
The Outerhaven Productions	Ryan Easby	4.5 / 5 stars	10-25-2021	Just amazing. Marvel's Guardians Of The Galaxy is a triumph in both the gameplay department and the story department. There are a few flaws here and there, mainly bug issues likely to be fixed in the day one patch, but they're not enough to dampen the experience in the slightest. A must-play, a wonderful game.	Read review
TheSixthAxis	Aran Suddi	6 / 10	10-25-2021	Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy is a great portrayal of the space-faring heroes and a good game. We encountered some annoying bugs that are hopefully alleviated with patches, and it's pretty linear, but this is an interstellar romp that you can enjoy across a few evenings.	Read review
TrueGaming	Unknown	8.5 / 10	10-30-2021	Guardians of the Galaxy is a very special experience with a fun story, satisfying fighting system and distinctive characters with elaborate vocal representation.	Read review
TrustedReviews	Thomas Deehan	4 / 5 stars	10-25-2021	After stumbling out the gate with last year’s Avengers, Square Enix has managed to steady the ship with Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy. For the story alone, the game is well-worth playing, but it’s the abundance of lore, well-written dialogue and gorgeous locales that elevate it as one of the best Marvel games to date.	Read review
Twinfinite	Andrew McMahon	4.5 / 5 stars	10-25-2021	I cannot recommend playing Marvel’s Guardians enough for the experience it provides. Its decision to focus on story, characters, and ambiance instead of trying to throw in a bunch of content that pads the adventure results in an amazing game. It is right up there with the Arkham Trilogy and Marvel’s Spider-Man as one of the best superhero video games of all time.	Read review
Unboxholics	Γιώργος Πρίτσκας	Recommended	11-06-2021	Guardians of the Galaxy has evolved into a very nice surprise. It's an authentic	Read review
VG247	Alex Donaldson	Recommended	10-25-2021	You'll enjoy Guardians of the Galaxy if you go into it with the right expectations.	Read review
Video Chums	A.J. Maciejewski	7.3 / 10	11-02-2021	Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy leaves an outstanding first impression but after playing it for a handful of hours, you'll realise that it doesn't really offer enough exciting gameplay to last its entire campaign. It's still a wonderful game to watch, though.	Read review
VideoGamer	Josh Wise	7 / 10	10-30-2021	Where Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy proves most winsome, however, is in its twining of the intergalactic and the terrestrial.	Read review
Washington Post	Christopher Byrd	Recommended	10-29-2021	Even if Quill sounds like a surfer bro, surfer bros can sometimes be among the most earnest people you’ve ever met once you actually get to know them. The same goes for Quill and co. Their personalities may seem like the stereotypes you’ve always heard, but spend a bit more time with them, and you’ll be glad you did.	Read review
WayTooManyGames	Todd Eggleston	9.5 / 10	11-12-2021	Just like the Marvel Cinematic Universe iteration of the franchise, no one expected anything from this game, from this group of miscast nobodies. This isn’t the Avengers, they aren’t perfect, but that is kinda their thing. All this time, I wanted more Guardians of the Galaxy in me. Who would have thought? Sometimes, I guess it is the B-Sides that make or break an album.	Read review
Wccftech	Alessio Palumbo	8 / 10	10-25-2021	Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy is a highly enjoyable action/adventure romp that never strays from the beaten path. You won't find any major experiments or innovations here, but you will experience a great adaptation of the beloved dysfunctional team of galactic superheroes. The story and characters are well written, the combat is fun (if perhaps a bit too easy), and the audio is excellent.	Read review
We Got This Covered	Jon Hueber	4.5 / 5 stars	10-25-2021	Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy takes the action RPG and draws from both the films and comics to create a stunning gaming experience. With plenty of humor, an amazing soundtrack, and stellar gameplay, this is one of the best team-based comic book games ever.	Read review
WellPlayed	Adam Ryan	8 / 10	10-26-2021	An experience that will satisfy gamers and Marvel fans alike, Guardians of the Galaxy is a fun action romp that tells an amazing story filled with loveable goofball characters.	Read review
Windows Central	Richard Devine	4.5 / 5 stars	10-25-2021	Guardians of the Galaxy looks good, sounds great, plays well, and above all else, is an authentic experience based on Marvel's misfits.	Read review
Worth Playing	Chris "Atom" DeAngelus	9 / 10	10-25-2021	Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy is an extremely fun little romp that is genuinely funny and heartfelt. It's fun to play, and combat maintains the feel of a team working together despite being technically only a single-player game. The only real downside is that it is a linear game, so the replay value depends on how much you enjoy seeing alternate outcomes to various cut scenes. If you're a fan of the franchise and don't mind that this doesn't matching the MCU version, then there's a whole lot to like in MGotG.	Read review
Xbox Achievements	Richard Walker	85 / 100	10-25-2021	While it has one or two irksome flaws, Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy is, nonetheless, a fine solo experience, with characters that you'll enjoy spending time with, fast-paced combat, and an engaging original story.	Read review
Zoomg	محمد صادق تواضعی	9 / 10	11-03-2021	Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy storytelling and characterisation are such that even users who are not interested in superhero games will be entertained.	Read review
ZTGD	Ken McKown	8.5 / 10	10-25-2021	Guardians of the Galaxy is probably one of the biggest surprises for me this year.	Read review

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Fire up a wild ride across the cosmos with a fresh take on Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy. In this third-person action-adventure game, you are Star-Lord, and thanks to your bold yet questionable leadership, you have persuaded an oddball crew of unlikely heroes to join you. Some jerk (surely not you) has set off a chain of catastrophic events, and only you can hold the unpredictable Guardians together long enough to fight off total interplanetary meltdown. Use Element Blasters, tag-team beat downs, jet boot-powered dropkicks, nothing’s off-limits. If you think it’s all going to plan, you’re in for a world of surprises, with the consequences of your actions guaranteed to keep the Guardians on their toes. In this original Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy story, you’ll cross paths with powerful new beings and unique takes on iconic characters, all caught in a struggle for the galaxy’s fate. It’s time to show the universe what you’re made of. You got this. Probably.

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