Okami HD

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Critic Reviews for Okami HD

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High Score - 100/100

Low Score - 65/100

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43% of scored reviews fell within the range of 86 to 92 / 100

Dan Roemer (Destructoid)

9.5/10

“Aside from a few minor gripes and this re-release of the game not offering much else from the 2012 PlayStation 3 re-release (other than higher resolutions and the return of loading screen mini-games), Okami HD is still a near-perfect game. If you haven’t already beaten or played it yet, then now is a better time than ever before…”

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Chris Schilling (PC Gamer)

86/100

“Occasionally languid to the point of lethargy, Okami is a gorgeous and unforgettable adventure all the same.”

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Chris White (God is a Geek)

9/10

“Okami HD is still as wonderful as ever, and now it has 4K resolution. Grab yourself a Sake, close the curtains, and sink into one of the most immersive and beautiful games ever.”

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3DNews	Алексей Лихачев	9 / 10	12-22-2017	A great game which, despite the age, still is ingenious, unforgettable and often spectacular.	Read review
ACG	Jeremy Penter	Recommended	12-11-2017	“A celebration of art and gameplay coming together”	Read review
Atomix	Miguel Reyes	90 / 100	12-12-2017	Okami is one of those games that will always be a delight to play from start to finish everytime it comes up. Even though the only strenght this version has respect from its previous counterparts is its increased resolution, it still offers an incredible story with fantastic gameplay mechanics and gorgeous visuals that are worth to experience. Fans who loved the original game would be amazed to replay it once again and newcomers will understand the reasons why this is considered one of the bests games from all Capcom library.	Read review
Attack of the Fanboy	Jose Belmonte	4 / 5 stars	12-12-2017	Okami HD is the best version of one of the very few video games that can be openly called a work of art.	Read review
Cerealkillerz	Gabriel Bogdan	8.3 / 10	12-17-2017	Despite the fact that only the resolution of the game was optimized, Okami HD is still a game you have to get in 2017. Thank to it’s unique cel shading look and the varied gameplay mechanics and puzzles this game still manages to surprise in 2017 and is looking amazing while doing it.	Read review
CGMagazine	Joel Couture	9.5 / 10	12-20-2017	Okami HD is a good action game, but it is a better game about how a dog can make a life better.	Read review
COGconnected	James Paley	89 / 100	12-17-2017	Okami is like a clock without hands: timeless.	Read review
Cubed3	Albert Lichi	9 / 10	01-16-2019	Marking its first outing on a handheld device, Okami HD retains all of the elegance and charisma from even its non-HD days, packing it all into an epic adventure with a budget price and intuitive control inputs. There is a degree of repetition involved with certain battles and events, but even this takes little away from the tale that unfolds.	Read review
Cultured Vultures	William Quant	9.5 / 10	08-15-2018	An all-round beautiful game that has been made even more beautiful by the passage of time. Its availability on so many other platforms may not necessarily make this version a must-have, but for Switch owners, it’s definitely a must-play. For those who have never experienced it, this version is the ultimate. The $20 price tag doesn’t hurt it one bit either. But maybe I’m just a big ol’ softie.	Read review
Destructoid	Dan Roemer	9.5 / 10	12-19-2017	Aside from a few minor gripes and this re-release of the game not offering much else from the 2012 PlayStation 3 re-release (other than higher resolutions and the return of loading screen mini-games), Okami HD is still a near-perfect game. If you haven’t already beaten or played it yet, then now is a better time than ever before…	Read review
Digiato	Hossein Tavakoli	95 / 100	12-18-2017	OKAMI remains fresh after all these years because of its indirect relation with art. We never got the chance to meet the developers and neither did day, but we are connected via the invisible magical line of art.	Read review
Digital Chumps	Eric Layman	8.7 / 10	12-11-2017	Okami, now on its seventh platform, remains unaffected by the ravages of time. The convergence of Japanese folklore and a Sumi-e aesthetic over the blueprint of The Legend of Zelda created a benign opus that, eleven years later, remains unchallenged and unequaled by any scale of competition. Okami, even with its pronounced vulnerabilities, is a singular creation and merits constant preservation.	Read review
Digitally Downloaded	Matt Sainsbury	5 / 5 stars	08-13-2018	Ōkami is to video games what something like Spirited Away is to film; it’s not only beautiful and powerful, but it speaks to the very core of the Japanese soul, and because of that it’s hugely educational to anyone that has an interest in the country and its culture.	Read review
DualShockers	Taylor Lyles	10 / 10	12-11-2017	Having the chance to once again return to Nippon, I can wholeheartedly say that (after eleven years) Okami HD is still a masterpiece, standing the test of time through two generational console jumps. Put frankly, it is a work of art and a prime example of the ingenuity, creativity, and brilliance key development teams brought to their work on the PlayStation 2. Here’s hoping that Okami HD receives the sequel it rightfully deserves.	Read review
Expansive	Ray Willmott	9 / 10	09-30-2018	Okami HD on Switch is the definitive version of a classic	Read review
FNintendo	Henrique Pereira	8 / 10	09-10-2018	Okami HD is a very welcome return of a classic that has been treated to a remastering which is more than welcome on the Nintendo Switch. Thanks to a marvelous environment that leaves its players in awe and to very well designed gameplay mechanics, Okami HD is certain to appeal to most of the Nintendo Switch players out there, leaving only the feeling that it could have turned out even better.	Read review
Gamefa	Amirmehdi Namjoo	9.4 / 10	01-12-2018	Okami is one of those games that prove video games are art. The game is incredibly beautiful. The gameplay and especially the paintbrush mechanic is so unique and is not seen in almost any other game. Okami is a masterpiece and the release of the HD version of the game is a very good opportunity for those who haven’t played the original game to experience this piece of art.	Read review
GamePro	Elena Schulz	90 / 100	12-11-2017	Impeccable, great playable switch port of one of the most enchanted fairytales of all times in a unique suibokuga style.	Read review
Gamersky	华烂漫	9.3 / 10	12-16-2017	Okami HD is a great opportunity for those who never had a chance to try this masterpiece when the original version was released in the last generation to experience the fantastic journey full of traditional Japanese culture in a high graphic performance.	Read review
GamesRadar+	Zoe Delahunty-Light	5 / 5 stars	08-08-2018	An astounding masterpiece that reaches new heights of brilliance thanks to the Nintendo Switch.	Read review
GameXplain	GameXplain	Recommended	08-09-2018	Video Review	Read review
Gaming Nexus	Matt Mirkovich	9.5 / 10	01-05-2018	Okami HD is a beautiful and enjoyable game and I’m glad I finally got the chance to play through it. You now have three ways to use the Celestial Brush and each way has certain instances where it might work better than the other two. Between the great cel-shaded graphics and relaxing music and atmosphere, Okami HD is an amazing game that fans and newcomers to the game should check out.	Read review
GamingBolt	Shubhankar Parijat	9 / 10	01-01-2018	Okami is still as beautiful and enjoyable as it was more than a decade ago, and that is an incredible achievement in and of itself.	Read review
GamingTrend	Josh Devlin	65 / 100	01-18-2018	There’s a lot of content in Okami HD. Unfortunately, interacting with the wealth of characters, locations, and collectibles becomes more of a chore when the story and action is so repetitive. Despite the different coat of paint, each new encounter felt like the last. The colors began to fade around the halfway point, and the game just kept painting without adding anything new to the page.	Read review
GBAtemp	Scarlet Bell	8.9 / 10	08-22-2018	Okami HD is a great way to experience this timeless title. As my first encounter with the game, the Switch’s unique touch controls went great lengths in crafting an immersive world and combat style. Pair this with a graphical style that not only looks incredible, but stands up to modern standards, and you have a surprisingly affordable adventure you won’t be able to put down.	Read review
GearNuke	Danial Arshad Khan	9 / 10	12-13-2017	Okami HD has proven to be a worthy port of this beloved classic with crisp and clear visuals backed by solid performance. It is an experience that shouldn’t be missed especially if you have never played the original game.	Read review
God is a Geek	Chris White	9 / 10	12-11-2017	Okami HD is still as wonderful as ever, and now it has 4K resolution. Grab yourself a Sake, close the curtains, and sink into one of the most immersive and beautiful games ever.	Read review
GRYOnline.pl	Michał Grygorcewicz	8 / 10	12-17-2017	Okami HD is a very well made new version of a perfect, classic game. It still is a fresh and unique title that now looks even better and is available on different types of hardware. It has some flaws but they pale in comparison with tons of joy brought to you by this live painting.	Read review
Hardcore Gamer	James Cunningham	4.5 / 5 stars	12-12-2017	Okami was a high point of the PS2 era, fusing its action to an incredible art style that was years ahead of its time.	Read review
Hobby Consolas	David Martinez	89 / 100	12-12-2017	Like the other versions, the improvements in Okami HD for the Nintendo Switch are just audio and video related. But the touch and motion controls makes this one the best version of the original Clover game.	Read review
IGN Spain	David Soriano	8.5 / 10	12-11-2017	Okami HD is an ode to folklore and Japanese legends. A tale crafted into a video game. An unforgettable adventure.	Read review
Impulsegamer	Tony Smith	4.5 / 5 stars	08-09-2018	Okami HD is literally a beautiful and fun game to play on the Nintendo Switch that celebrates both ancient Japanese culture and this console which is a match made in gaming heaven. The story is interesting, even though it can be a little long winded at times and the gaming environment is a pure joy to explore, especially when matched with the mechanics and controls of this title. All in all, Okami HD really kept me invested from start to finish and if you’re looking for something a slightly otherworldly, this is the game for you.	Read review
Just Push Start	Damian Seeto	4.75 / 5 stars	12-18-2017	Overall, Okami HD is an essential purchase if you have never played the game before.	Read review
Metro GameCentral	GameCentral	8 / 10	12-12-2017	Still one of the most beautiful video games ever created, not to mention the best Zelda game that never was.	Read review
Nexus	M.A. Ligocki	10 / 10	01-30-2019	Okami isn’t just a game, it’s a visual masterpiece of art and design and a testament to creativity that needs to be experienced as words alone don’t do it justice. This is the definitive edition of the game, and a game that you absolutely should not miss out on.	Read review
Nintendo Life	Mitch Vogel	9 / 10	08-08-2018	If you haven’t already gathered, Okami HD is an utterly fantastic piece of software, and we feel you’d be doing yourself a disservice to pass on it. For a mere twenty bucks, you can have access to a 40-hour adventure that emulates Zelda wonderfully, adds in plenty of memorable mechanics, features one of the most memorable art styles in gaming, and is completely playable on the go, to boot. Though it may be showing its age a bit visually and its combat is sometimes a little on the easy side, Okami is an important, fun, and notable landmark in gaming history — and one of the easiest recommendations we can make for your Switch library.	Read review
Nintendo Times	Aaron Conwell	7.5 / 10	08-09-2018	I really wanted to like Okami HD more than I did. It features beautiful graphics and solid gameplay mechanics, but the massive amounts of text and slow pacing really put me off. There is a lot to like here and some are sure to like this game more than I did.	Read review
Nintendo Wire	Ben Fruzzetti	10 / 10	08-08-2018	Every moment spent feels like a treasure; an experience that no other game, franchise, or thing in this world can provide. It will forever be a landmark of style, remaining vibrant and vivid long after its release. It is a feast for the senses, a splendor of divine properties, and one of the finest games to ever be made.	Read review
NintendoWorldReport	Neal Ronaghan	9 / 10	08-08-2018	Okami is as polished as a Zelda-like experience as they come and the Switch port is close to its best realization. If you’ve played it through before, there’s nothing new here for you other than the soft warmness of a pleasant visual presentation and a smartly made adventure that stands up to the test of time. Okami HD is wonderful.	Read review
Pardis Game	Seyyed Mohammad Reza Mojab	9 / 10	01-24-2018	It might be hard to believe that after over a decade, Okami is full of ideas that are unrivaled. And the years passing by just show its endless quality. Okami is such a unique experience that can be one of the best games anyone has ever played	Read review
PC Gamer	PC Gamer	86 / 100	12-12-2017	Occasionally languid to the point of lethargy, Okami is a gorgeous and unforgettable adventure all the same.	Read review
PCMag	Gabriel Zamora	4 / 5 stars	01-08-2018	If you never played Okami, or are looking to replay this classic, this HD rerelease offers a grand experience for the PC.	Read review
PlayStation Universe	Neil Bolt	9 / 10	12-11-2017	This is another chance for one of the most underappreciated adventures to appear on a PlayStation console to gain a new, much deserved, audience. Time has been fairly kind to Okami despite minor gripes. If you’ve yet to experience the wonderful world of Okami, then this is as good a chance as any.	Read review
PowerUp!	Leo Stevenson	8.2 / 10	08-26-2018	f you’ve played it on other platforms, you may not be ready to play through it all again. But if it’s been a few years then you might be ready to have another go. If you are, playing on the Switch gives you the benefit of the best control scheme and portability.	Read review
PSX Brasil	Luis Guilherme Machado Camargo	90 / 100	01-09-2018	Okami is one of the best classics from the PS2 days and a highly recommended title for PS4 owners that have never played it before. The game requires some patience from the player, however, it is an amazing adventure throughout feudal Japan even for today standards.	Read review
Push Square	Matt Adcock	9 / 10	12-11-2017	Okami is a joy to play and delivers not just a great adventure but along the way actually boosts your sense of well-being as you bring life to the plants, people, and flowers of the world. This is a thoroughbred classic game that deserves to be experienced by as wide an audience as possible; if you missed it before then this new HD version is the best way to experience such an engaging game – don’t miss it this time.	Read review
Rock, Paper, Shotgun	Katharine Byrne	Recommended	12-18-2017	On the whole, though, Okami is a delight from start to finish. It gives you the freedom to savour and indulge in every last drop of its ink-washed world, and its combat and story are both superb – particularly if you have even the slightest bit of interest in Japanese mythology.	Read review
Saudi Gamer	عصام الشهوان	8 / 10	12-12-2017	Even after more than a decade after its release, this is still a charming and unique in its look, setting, characters and gameplay, and a rewarding experience for those willing to invest the time.	Read review
SECTOR.sk	Matúš Štrba	9 / 10	03-06-2018	In Okami HD, we have one of the best and most beautiful games of the sixth console generation, and the great thing about it is that in both of these aspects it has passed the test of time.	Read review
Sirus Gaming	Jonathan Quirino	9.5 / 10	01-04-2018	Overall, this is a classic worthy to be remastered once again. The additional features like the 4K resolution and the port to the platforms make the game much more promising.	Read review
SomHráč.sk	Marek Pillár	99 / 100	01-12-2018	Okami HD is a beautiful adventure that deserves way more attention than what it’s probably going to get. If you like The Legend of Zelda series or one of a kind games, you owe yourself to play this.	Read review
SpazioGames	Adriano Di Medio	8 / 10	12-11-2017	Ōkami HD comes to another console bringing its stunning graphic and gameplay to the players of Nintendo Switch, allowing them to play this game in a more enjoyable way thanks to the amazing features of this console. Not considering some little technical disappointments, this version of the game still shows its uniqueness as a masterpiece of artistic videogame.	Read review
The Games Machine	Davide Mancini	8.5 / 10	12-11-2017	Okami HD is the long overdue remaster of a true masterpiece: it has aged a bit, but it’s fascinating and charming like the first day, ten years now. The wonderful artistic vision is truly enhanced by the support to the new resolutions, keeping the experience intact. Okami is one of the most original action adventures ever created, a videogame everyone should play and enjoy.	Read review
TheSixthAxis	Miguel Moran	Recommended	08-08-2018	Okami HD is a classic video game, and this Nintendo Switch port could be seen as the best way to experience it.	Read review
TheXboxHub	Gareth Brierley	4.5 / 5 stars	12-31-2017	Okami HD is a massive game and for £15.99 it swings the score right up there into the high brackets – and if like me you’ve never played it but always fancied giving it a go, now is your chance to let Okami shine.	Read review
TrueAchievements	Kevin Tavore	4 / 5 stars	01-16-2018	If you’re looking for deep combat and puzzles in a Zelda style, you’ll have to look elsewhere, but for anyone else, Okami offers a rich world that will undoubtedly leave you happy to have been in.	Read review
Twinfinite	David Lozada	4 / 5 stars	12-18-2017	It’s for this reason that it’s not hard to see why the game has amassed a following throughout all these years. A memorable Japanese ethos lives and breathes through Amaterasu and all the characters she encounters on her journey, not to mention the world that bursts to color beneath her paws.	Read review
Video Chums	Tyler Hall	9.5 / 10	12-14-2017	Okami is a massive and remarkable game and is on the short list of my favorite games of all time.	Read review
Wccftech	Rosh Kelly	8.5 / 10	12-20-2017	Okami is a game that doesn’t get the love it deserves. Hopefully, with this beautiful HD rerelease, more fans will come to enjoy the simple pleasures of being a Sun God wolf with a magic paintbrush.	Read review
We Got This Covered	David Morgan	4.5 / 5 stars	12-15-2017	Like a fine wine, Okami has aged wonderfully, and this HD re-release has found a perfect home on the Nintendo Switch, thanks to stellar motion controls and the ability to play on-the-go.	Read review
WellPlayed	Kieron Verbrugge	7 / 10	12-11-2017	Okami makes yet another return to modern platforms, now supporting up to 4K resolution, but does little else to justify another purchase for long-time fans	Read review
Windows Central	Asher Madan	4.5 / 5 stars	12-11-2017	Overall, Ōkami HD is a great game which is let down but its difficult brush controls. Luckily, that doesn’t take away too much from the experience, and anyone can enjoy the title’s gorgeous visuals and powerful story. The fact that Ōkami remains this good even after a decade is not only a testament to the artists but also legendary director Hideki Kamiya.	Read review

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Experience the critically acclaimed masterpiece with its renowned Sumi-e ink art style in breathtaking high resolution. Take on the role of Amaterasu, the Japanese sun goddess who inhabits the form of a legendary white wolf, on a quest to defeat Orochi, an eight-headed demon and tyrannical monster responsible for turning the world of Nippon into a ruined wasteland.

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