Shadow of the Colossus

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Shadow of the Colossus is a masterpiece, a stunning recreation that brings one of the best PlayStation games ever made to a new generation of gamers.

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31% of scored reviews fell within the range of 92 to 99 / 100

Oli Welsh (Eurogamer)

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“A melancholy masterpiece is reborn in this faithful and breathtakingly beautiful remake.”

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GameCentral (Metro GameCentral)

9/10

“A stunning recreation of one of gaming’s most enduring classics, and what remains a towering example of the art of interactive entertainment.”

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Kyle Hilliard (Game Informer)

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“Shadow of the Colossus is a masterpiece, and developer Bluepoint has done a fantastic job bringing it to a new generation”

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Outlet	Author	Score	Date	Quote	Read
3DNews	Иван Бышонкoв	10 / 10	02-09-2018	Bluepoint's remaster of Shadow of the Colossus is a perfect example of how you should treat timeless classic without breaking anything.	Read review
ACG	Jeremy Penter	Recommended	01-30-2018	"One of the most amazing looking and playing games in the last couple years."	Read review
Areajugones	Juan R. Ufarte	9.8 / 10	01-30-2018	A title that invites reflection.	Read review
Atomix	Alberto Desfassiaux	95 / 100	01-30-2018	The real ultimate edition of one of the most importante games of all time. Shadow of the Colossus for the PS4 is a must have to everyone.	Read review
Attack of the Fanboy	Kyle Hanson	4.5 / 5 stars	01-30-2018	Shadow of the Colossus is one of the best games of all time and it has now received a truly worthy remake on PS4. There aren't any major shifts in the gameplay or content additions, but the game needed neither. Instead Bluepoint has taken the original classic, upgraded the visuals, and only touched what needed to be touched. Fans will want to have this on day one, and if you've never experienced the magic of Shadow of the Colossus before, this is the way to do it.	Read review
AusGamers	Steve Farrelly	8 / 10	02-01-2018	I'm not here to rag on what it meant as a game back in 2005, but I am here suggesting that a visual overhaul of this nature -- in that it is glorious -- could have also come packaged with camera and gameplay fixes, at the very least. You'll need patience and determination above all else, but if you're an eye-candy sort of person, Shadow has it in spades. I just wish it also had a little something more as well.	Read review
Bazimag	Mohammad Maraghi	9.6 / 10	02-18-2018	The remake of Shadow of the Colossus proves that it has always been a masterpiece, even 13 years ago. Blueprint Games studio has made one of the best remakes in recent years which can be a privileged benchmark for hundreds of good old games. It doesn’t matter whether its player is an old fan or a modern gamer which has not experienced it before; Shadow of the Colossus Remake can be a great opportunity for experiencing this splendid title. Moreover, graphics and visuals has impressively improved so that some of its technical issues can easily be ignored. Shadow of the Colossus Remake is one of a kind and absolutely worth playing.	Read review
CGMagazine	Joel Couture	9.5 / 10	01-30-2018	The Shadow of the Colossus remake enhances the themes of the original, stirring up a crushing sadness in the player in their actions only moments after taking them to heights of excitement.	Read review
COGconnected	Paul Sullivan	90 / 100	01-30-2018	hanging onto the arm hair of a huge ape as it tries to shake you off probably shouldn't be trivial	Read review
Critical Hit	Alessandro Barbosa	8.5 / 10	01-30-2018	Every bit the genre-defining, captivating adventure that it was 13 years ago, Shadow of the Colossus reminds you yet again just how masterful design and keenly focused art direction never age. But it's Bluepoint's respect of these elements and the smart decisions to tweak and improve them that make this the most definitive version of the Team Ico classic you're likely to ever get.	Read review
Daily Dot	AJ Moser	Recommended	01-30-2018	While this PS4 remake might not be the best way ever to experience Team Ico's timeless classic, it offers players old and new an experience that simply can't be replicated anywhere else.	Read review
Daily Mirror	Ryan Brown	4 / 5 stars	01-30-2018	Shadow of the Colossus is one of the finest remakes ever made, despite some returning issues from the original game	Read review
Daily Star	James Wright	5 / 5 stars	02-13-2018	If this is your first time embarking on this adventure, then prepare to experience a masterpiece that will live long in the memory.	Read review
Destructoid	Brett Makedonski	10 / 10	01-30-2018	Not to diminish the accomplishments of this remake, but it's all possible because Team Ico's Shadow of the Colossus is so impossibly perfect. It's epic and majestic and emotional and imaginative and breathtaking. There are so many superlative adjective you could attach. Shadow of the Colossus' reputation is as great as some of its tallest colossi. This remake might just help some people see that a little more clearly.	Read review
Digiato	Pouya Pournasir	100 / 100	02-26-2018	Shadow of the Colossus is a must buy for everyone with a PlayStation 4 console, no matter if you played the original one or not. Thanks to the huge improvements in the graphics, this new version is on a same level with most of this generation titles and it's quite a different experience from the one which was remastered for PS3.	Read review
Digital Chumps	Steven McGehee	9.8 / 10	09-19-2017	Few games can have such a simple premise and gameplay design, yet are flat out good enough, timeless enough, to be remastered — twice. So, whether you have played SOTC before or not, you can rest assured it's an all-time classic, and that for the PS4, Bluepoint has done a fantastic job with this remaster.	Read review
Digitally Downloaded	Matt Sainsbury	5 / 5 stars	01-30-2018	There's nothing genuinely like Shadow of the Colossus out there, and hopefully this new, pretty version, as superficial as that prettiness is to what makes the game so important, encourages a new generation of players to try it for themselves.	Read review
DualShockers	Logan Moore	9 / 10	01-30-2018	The legacy of Shadow of the Colossus has never been in question, but this PS4 edition has just further solidified its place amongst gaming's masterpieces.	Read review
Easy Allies	Michael Damiani	5 / 5 stars	01-30-2018	Shadow of the Colossus is a masterclass effort from BluePoint Games that sets a new standard for remakes.	Read review
EGM	Nick Plessas	8.5 / 10	01-30-2018	Remakes can seem like the low-hanging fruit of game development, but Bluepoint does Shadow of the Colossus justice with an evolution of the classic game that improves the overall experience while maintaining its familiar spirit.	Read review
Eurogamer	Oli Welsh	Recommended	01-30-2018	A melancholy masterpiece is reborn in this faithful and breathtakingly beautiful remake.	Read review
Forbes	Ollie Barder	9 / 10	02-03-2018	Overall, following the somewhat disappointing The Last Guardian, this is an astonishingly good remake of a classic PS2 game and one that everyone who owns a PS4 should play.	Read review
Game Informer	Kyle Hilliard	9 / 10	01-30-2018	Shadow of the Colossus is a masterpiece, and developer Bluepoint has done a fantastic job bringing it to a new generation	Read review
Game Revolution	Jason Faulkner	4.5 / 5 stars	01-30-2018	I've rarely seen a game received such an extensive makeover while being so faithful to the source material.	Read review
Game Volt	Ahmed Hassan	8.5 / 10	03-28-2018	Perhaps the only drawback in the game is its short duration, although this can be ignored in this price zone. I can not think of a flaw in this game and I am convinced that this is one of the games that any game lover must try and acquire.	Read review
Gameblog	Gianni Molinaro	9 / 10	01-30-2018	Even if this PS4 version is all about new (and clearley stunning) graphics and doesn't fix some issues with camera and controls, it is a fantastic way to discover or taste once again one of the most extraordinary, emotional and impressive games of all times. Shadow of the Colossus deserves this second life, as it really well executed thanks to Blue Point's work.	Read review
GameCrate	David Jagneaux	9.5 / 10	02-05-2018	Shadow of the Colossus is a veritable masterpiece from top to bottom and will surely be remembered as one of the greatest games ever made. The PS4 version is that, but with 4K HDR and a glorious photo mode. What else is there to say?	Read review
GameMAG	ACE	9 / 10	01-30-2018	Shadow of the Colossus is a true industry achievement, which not only demonstrates the technical capabilities of video games, but also promotes them as a new kind of art	Read review
Gameplanet	Tim Stanton	8 / 10	02-08-2018	Shadow of the Colossus is available on three generations of PlayStation hardware, but this latest version is the best. The splendid facelift here can't disguise some of its creakier gameplay, but if you've never played it, there's never been a better time to tackle Team Ico's signature game.	Read review
GamePro	Hannes Rossow	88 / 100	01-30-2018	An (almost) perfect remake of a classic that, thanks to modern graphics and presentation, can even surprise long-term fans.	Read review
Gamers Heroes	Captain Camper	8 / 10	02-07-2018	Fans new and old will find plenty to get excited about in this remaster. There is a lot to like here, from its jaw-dropping visuals and audio, to its minimalist unique and engaging story, to even its various modes and New Game+ option. I have always said Shadow of the Colossus is a must-play game, and I can now continue to say that without having to convince someone to buy a PlayStation 2 to play it.	Read review
Gamersky	战术大米	9 / 10	02-10-2018	The concept of Shadow of the Colossus is unique and full of charm, even when you play this game today. The remastered version on PS4 is remarkable, which means it is the perfect choice for anyone who wants to try it, no matter you are an old fan or a new player. However, Fumito Ueda's works are always a little bit cult, so it is also understandable that you might not into this game.	Read review
GamesBeat	Jeff Grubb	89 / 100	01-30-2018	We're lucky to live in a world with Shadow of the Colossus. I hope that more people get the chance to play it now and it goes on to inspire a generation of indie developers. But, more than anything, I'm just happy to play it again.	Read review
GameSkinny	Joseph Ocasio	8 / 10	02-09-2018	Shadow of the Colossus is still a great game despite its game design becoming repetitive and the fact that some of its mechanics can be quite irksome. There still isn't a game out there that can match its dreary atmosphere, simple but effective storytelling, and outstanding boss fights.	Read review
GameSpot	Edmond Tran	9 / 10	01-30-2018	Shadow of the Colossus is a beautiful reconstruction of an extraordinary title, a modern classic that everyone must experience.	Read review
GamesRadar+	Leon Hurley	4 / 5 stars	01-30-2018	Both a great remaster and an enjoyable ‘new' game in its own right that takes you on a journey in a way few things can.	Read review
GameZone	Matt Liebl	9.5 / 10	01-31-2018	As a newcomer to Shadow of the Colossus, I probably take these improved graphics for granted. But a story is something that doesn't rely on pixel count	Read review
Gaming Nexus	Randy Kalista	9.8 / 10	01-30-2018	Shadow of the Colossus is one for the books. Twelve years later, it's still a powerful, immutable, singular experience. A masterwork of the genre.	Read review
GamingBolt	Aaron Main	9 / 10	01-30-2018	From a visual standpoint, Shadow of the Colossus on the PS4 is possibly the greatest remake of all time.	Read review
GamingTrend	Ron Burke	90 / 100	01-30-2018	With production value equal to any first party AAA game, Shadow of the Colossus is a technical masterpiece. This is the new benchmark for what a remaster should look like, standing as the best remaster ever released on any platform. Put simply -- this is how it's done.	Read review
GBAtemp	Tom Bond	9.5 / 10	02-09-2018	Shadow of the Colossus was a masterpiece when it released in 2005, with only few technical flaws truly hurting the game, and this remake basically perfects every issue previously had with the game beyond fixing it's general length. It took me 3 hours and 52 minutes to beat the game, granted, with a lot of prior experience, but it still lasts the same approximate 8-10 hours of gameplay for new players.	Read review
GearNuke	Humad Ali Shah	9 / 10	03-09-2018	This is easily one of the finest remakes by Bluepoint Games. The improved visuals elevate the experience to a whole another level that is unmatched by even some of the more recent open world games.	Read review
Geeks Under Grace	Lucas Miller	9.5 / 10	12-12-2018	This is a must play for all PlayStation 4 owners.	Read review
God is a Geek	Adam Cook	9.5 / 10	01-30-2018	Bluepoint has brought one of the best games to ever grace a Sony console back to life on the PS4, and has done so with tenderness and care.	Read review
GRYOnline.pl	Michał Grygorcewicz	8.5 / 10	01-29-2018	Shadow of the Colossus AD 2018 is a model remake. All the things that made the original so very special have been masterfully rebuilt and are as appealing as ever. In addition, some archaic elements have been replaced by solutions that are more in line with today’s standards.	Read review
Guardian	Keza MacDonald	5 / 5 stars	02-06-2018	This 2005 game, remade for the high-definition era, still stands out as a work of extraordinary beauty and quiet profundity	Read review
Hardcore Gamer	Colin Stevens	4.5 / 5 stars	01-30-2018	When remaking a game, there are two general routes that developers can take.	Read review
Hey Poor Player	Jay Petrequin	4 / 5 stars	02-14-2018	As its own scenario, its own experiment, it’s own idea of how to raise tension and adrenaline. Outpacing giants on horseback, tricking monsters off ledges or into traps, and weaving through the woods and mountains and deserts and piecing together what once was, is just as magical as it ever was. Bluepoint found one of the most unique atmospheres of isolation in exploration in gaming, and managed to keep it intact as they rebuilt Shadow of the Colossus; by mountain, by forest, by titanic hulking beast.	Read review
Hobby Consolas	Alberto Lloret	93 / 100	01-30-2018	One of the most memorables adventures of all time returns with a complete remake that enhances the experience in all the possible ways you can imagine, not only visual: it even adds new content and tons of unlockables that will make fans and newcomers even happier. A classic adventure that still amazes twelve years after it's original release...	Read review
IBTimes UK	Ben Skipper	5 / 5 stars	01-30-2018	Bluepoint Games has masterfully given new life to a masterpiece of the genre, making their Shadow of the Colossus feel in many ways like the definitive version. Porting and remaking the games of others isn't as trying as making something new, but doing so does come with significant pressure that Bluepoint have made their name dealing with. However, the studio's work wouldn't have been possible without the initial, groundbreaking efforts of Team Ico.Shadow of the Colossus is an adventure that's still every bit as breathtaking and astounding as it was over a decade ago.	Read review
IGN	Marty Sliva	9.7 / 10	01-30-2018	The true definition of a classic, the gameplay and story of Shadow of the Colossus are every bit as great and emotional today as they were in 2005. This outstanding remaster skillfully enhances those qualities with improved controls, performance, and sheer graphical beauty. It remains one of the best PlayStation games ever made, and it's wonderful that Sony has brought it back to the fore so a new generation of gamers can experience it without having to look past its aged facade.	Read review
IGN Italy	Marco Esposto	9.3 / 10	01-30-2018	Shadow of the Colossus return on PS4 amazing more than ever. A classic cult game improved for the new generations.	Read review
IGN Middle East	Islam Ibrahim	8.3 / 10	02-14-2018	Bluepoint Games has made a good remake of the Shadow of the Colossus to suit the current generation of platforms. Perhaps the most important feature of this game is its unique design that separates it from any other game currently present, offering a different Action Adventure in a wonderful world and a simple but mystery story.	Read review
IGN Spain	Gustavo Maeso	9 / 10	01-30-2018	Living the experience of Shadow of the Colossus is still as magical, surprising and attractive as it was in 2005 and the face wash that has been submitted makes us feel, all the time, before a game of new invoice. Maybe the new uses and customs of the videogames sometimes make us feel something crude and empty, but we had the same impression with The Last Guardian and it is a game from last year. If Ueda had developed the game in 2018, it would be exactly the same.	Read review
Impulsegamer	James Coles	4.6 / 5 stars	01-30-2018	On paper at least, Shadow of the Colossus' premise is one of standard fantasy lore. The story of slaying beasts to save a loved one isn't unique, but what sets this experience apart from other fantasy tales I've experienced is the forever growing sadness that overcame me as I cut down each creature.	Read review
Jump Dash Roll	Andrew Phillips	9 / 10	02-28-2018	A simple yet stunning adventure with a haunting world and a soundtrack that rises and falls perfectly in tune with the action, Shadow of the Colossus is an ageless game which can now be enjoyed by a whole new generation.	Read review
Just Push Start	Mark Fajardo	4.65 / 5 stars	01-30-2018	Despite being over a decade old, Shadow of the Colossus remains one of the best games of all time. Thanks to Bluepoint Games, the game has received a total make over, making this classic feel like a modern one. With improved frame rates and exemplary visuals, this is one of the games PS4 owner must have.	Read review
KeenGamer	Hrvoje Smoljic	9.6 / 10	02-05-2018	Shadow of the Colossus has been my most favorite revisiting of a game in a long time. In a sea of quickly packaged remasters that only slightly improve, this one is a shining beacon of how to refresh the game right as every aspect that could be improved	Read review
Kotaku	Chris Kohler	Recommended	01-30-2018	By lovingly recreating that feeling from scratch, this remake is not just a means for Sony to sell you Shadow of the Colossus again—it proves that its appeal is not rooted in mere nostalgia but is a lasting work of quality that transcends its era.	Read review
LevelUp	Juan Emilio Reyes	9.5 / 10	01-30-2018	Shadow of the Colossus is a great example on how to remake games. The Bluepoint work is respectful, impressive, and it's ready to inspire a new generation.	Read review
M3	Anders Wollner	9 / 10	01-30-2018	Shadow of the Colossus was a unique game back in 2006, and it still is. Bluepoint has done a remarkable job with the graphics, and added some really nice extra features on top of that. Easily the best remake in years.	Read review
Metro GameCentral	GameCentral	9 / 10	01-30-2018	A stunning recreation of one of gaming's most enduring classics, and what remains a towering example of the art of interactive entertainment.	Read review
MonsterVine	Jessica Meno	5 / 5 stars	02-14-2018	Shadow of the Colossus will leave one of the most lasting impressions on any player that braves the journey to the Forbidden Lands.	Read review
New Game Network	Peter Glagowski	Recommended	01-30-2018	Shadow of the Colossus lives up to the legacy of the original and provides a brand new presentation for fans to experience. Newcomers will get the best playing version of the title while veterans will get the version they always dreamed of. The game is smoother to play, the presentation is top notch and the minimalist storytelling from the original isn't embellished or altered. This is exactly what you'd want from a remake and I couldn't be happier with the final result.	Read review
Next Gen Base	Ben Ward	10 / 10	01-30-2018	Shadow of the Colossus is one of the most critically revered games of the PS2 era, and with this remake, Bluepoint Games have shown that it can stand head and shoulders above most games that are released today. A wonderful experience from start to finish, and a game that is considered to be a landmark in the medium, and with good reason. A phenomenal game that has not only stood the test of time, it has become an absolute must-play in anyone's PlayStation 4 library through a simply staggering amount of work from Bluepoint. A seminal game that should not be missed.	Read review
Nexus	Sam Aberdeen	9.7 / 10	01-29-2018	Bluepoint’s terrific reimagining of Shadow of the Colossus is one for the history books. Not only is it the best video game remake ever made, it has also set the bar incredibly high for future remakes.	Read review
Niche Gamer	Matthew Sigler	10 / 10	02-13-2018	Bluepoint Games did the impossible: they took one of the greatest games of all time, rebuilt it from the ground up, made sure it didn't lose a bit of its impact. For that alone, this game is an achievement. It's only one of the best PlayStation 4 games of all time, it's also one of the greatest remakes of all time. It's not the game you remember: it's even better.	Read review
Oyungezer Online	Utku Çakır	8 / 10	01-29-2018	Shadow of the Colossus is a game every player should experience but its camera and control systems coupled with a couple of game breaking bugs prevent me from giving it a perfect score.	Read review
Player.One	Bob Fekete	10 / 10	01-30-2018	Shadow of the Colossus on PS4 is the definitive version, perfectly recreating gameplay with stunning new visuals.	Read review
Player2.net.au	Paul James	Recommended	01-29-2018	Shadow of the Colossus is a must-play game, one that anyone unfortunate enough to have missed this title back in its day needs to play immediately. Just make sure you look out for that endgame – it’s a doozy!	Read review
PlayStation LifeStyle	Chandler Wood	10 / 10	01-30-2018	Bluepoint Games has successfully honored the original while completely making it their own, a balancing act that only the most devoted of fans could pull off. It’s awe inspiring. It’s colossal. It’s the perfect remake. It’s Shadow of the Colossus exactly as I remember it, yet it’s Shadow of the Colossus like it’s never been before.	Read review
PlayStation Universe	Neil Bolt	9.5 / 10	01-30-2018	The new and improved Shadow of the Colossus brings the game into the modern era successfully. It carries over a few flaws and annoyances, sure, but it's been refined where it matters most, and the net result is a return to the forbidden lands that's just as achingly beautiful and magical as it ever was.	Read review
Polygon	Chris Plante	9.5 / 10	01-30-2018	This isn't a restoration — the team isn't simply retracing the lines and rejuvenating the colors — and yet it sets out, intentionally, to reproduce the source text, warts and all. Each time I battled with the camera and controls, I imagined the creators of this new Colossus considering niche theories on restoration that you'd expect from a city zoning board trying to protect a historic building. How much of the bad stuff must be kept? Where a classic building often retains the exterior, the answer for a classic game appears to be all interior.	Read review
PowerUp!	Leo Stevenson	9.5 / 10	01-29-2018	Shadow of the Colossus on PS4 may be a remake, but it’s easily one of the best remakes ever released. Shadow of the Colossus is one of the best games ever made and it deserves to be experienced in the incredible form Bluepoint Games has delivered.	Read review
Press Start	Shannon Grixti	9 / 10	01-30-2018	There's more reason to play Shadow of the Colossus than ever before. The presentation improves the incredible spectacle that the game is. The core gameplay can still be a little bit clunky at times, but the satisfaction from taking down the Colossus is greater than ever. At the cheaper price of admission ($54.99) that you'll be playing for this game, it's near impossible not to recommend it even if you've played it before.	Read review
pressakey.com	Tim Bissinger	Recommended	02-19-2018	Shadow of the Colossus for PlayStation 4 isn't just any remake, it is the glorious return of a beloved classic that left its mark on video game history for decades	Read review
PSX Brasil	Rodrigo Ribeiro de Oliveira	95 / 100	02-05-2018	To say that the original Shadow of the Colossus is one of the most important and fascinating games of all time is to speak what many already know. But what few have yet discovered is how Bluepoint managed, like few studios, to visually rework a classic yet retain the same essence of what made it so important in its time. Even with some flaws from the original game, the experience remains true to the purists and modernized enough to be accessible to new players, with the studio reworking elements of the original in the right measure. The remake brings a work of art to a new audience on PS4, showing the melancholy and epic quest of Wander in a land of colossus to save his beloved. An unforgettable and unparalleled journey for new and old players.	Read review
Push Square	Sammy Barker	10 / 10	01-30-2018	One of the greatest games ever made resurrected in one of the greatest remakes of all time. Shadow of the Colossus remains faithful to the 2006 original, but its presentation is on par with the very best that the PS4 has to offer. A masterpiece.	Read review
Reno Gazette-Journal	Jason Hidalgo	9 / 10	03-22-2018	I waited 13 long years to finally play Shadow of the Colossus. All I can say is, boy, was it worth the wait. It's undoubtedly a timeless classic that resonates even today.	Read review
Saudi Gamer	صالح بازرعة	10 / 10	01-31-2018	12 years after its release, Shadow of the Colossus remains a masterpiece to be experienced. This remake manages to do its artistic vision the justice it deserves, while still retaining its original feel. Whether you're revisiting or a first time visitor, if you own a PlayStation 4 then you need this game.	Read review
Shacknews	Blake Morse	8 / 10	01-30-2018	While the remaster does a great job of bringing the games already noteworthy visuals and story into a new generation of HD consoles it is unfortunate that the same cannot be said about the controls. Sadly, the game's control schemes are stuck in the past and make for a clumsy experience at times. Climbing commands feel like there's a delay in the reaction and there were several times I failed to grab onto something that seemed like a straightforward transition.	Read review
Sirus Gaming	Lexuzze Tablante	10 / 10	01-30-2018	Shadow of the Colossus embarks you on one of the greatest adventures you could ever imagine. May it be the remake, the remaster, or the original, Shadow of the Colossus is an unforgettable video-game masterpiece that lives on forever.	Read review
Slant Magazine	Justin Clark	5 / 5 stars	01-30-2018	A classic has been reincarnated as one of the most visually magnificent titles of our current generation.	Read review
Softpedia	Cosmin Vasile	8 / 10	02-06-2018	Overall, I found the new Shadow of the Colossus a pleasant journey peppered with some frustrating moments, especially when battling the colossi. If you can get passed that, Shadow of the Colossus can offer some epic moments and a beautiful world to explore.	Read review
SomHráč.sk	Martin Kubeš	99 / 100	01-31-2018	In 2005, Shadow of the Colossus was a revelation that brought the players a unique experience and truly impressive enemies. Thirteen years later, the situation remains the same. This new version only confirms that Fumito Ueda and his team then created a masterpiece that deserves its legendary status.	Read review
SpazioGames	Domenico Musicò	9.5 / 10	01-30-2018	Bluepoint remake of the astonighing Shadow of the Colossus in more than a simple graphic upgrade. It's the real embodiment of Ueda's vision, the best version of one of the most important and beautiful games of the medium. It is a must have for new and old players.	Read review
Stevivor	Steve Wright	8.5 / 10	01-30-2018	While it's true that Shadow was starting to show its age in 2011 and is continuing to do so in 2018 — even rebuilt from scratch — those who've played the title before will revel in the new life that Sony's breathed into the classic. For those unfamiliar with the game, it'll be a harder sell — but that said, stick with it.	Read review
TechRaptor	Robert Grosso	9 / 10	02-22-2018	Shadow of the Colossus is a timeless game that is timeless art, one worthy of not only of this great remaster, but of all the accolades it rightfully deserved in 2005.	Read review
Telegraph	John Robertson	5 / 5 stars	01-30-2018	In 2005 Shadow of the Colossus was a masterpiece and that remains so in 2018. This is one of the greatest games ever made and is an accolade that shows no sign of being detached from its monumental presence.	Read review
The Digital Fix	Nick Whitney	9 / 10	02-13-2018	A wonderful retread into this world for fans of old, an epic new adventure for uninitiated.	Read review
The Game Fanatics	Tyler Chancey	10 / 10	02-12-2018	The remake of Shadow of the Colossus lives up to its own legacy. Everything that made this experience powerful, emotionally resonant, and exciting is still here. Everything that was added only enhances and improves what was already in the foundation. What was already a masterpiece has been given a makeover in all the right places. If you loved the original game and want to experience it again, you will find a lot to love. If this is your first time hearing about this all-time great, now is the best time to try.	Read review
The Games Machine	Mirko Marangon	9.5 / 10	01-30-2018	The remake of Shadow of the Colossus is, hands down, a love letter to the timeless masterpiece of Fumito Ueda. It's not just some polish on our memories, it's a genuine and passionate tribute, made with serious commitment, dedication and respect, and the result is even better than the original.	Read review
TheSixthAxis	Stefan L	10 / 10	01-30-2018	Shadow of the Colossus isn't necessarily a game that needed to be remade in such an elaborate fashion, and yet, I'm so glad that it has been. Bluepoint's remake of this sublime and poignant adventure is phenomenal, both managing to stay utterly true to the original and bringing it up to date in glorious fashion.	Read review
ThisGenGaming	Justin Oneil	10 / 10	02-19-2018	Bluepoint deserves huge props for staying true to this masterpiece while also updating just enough to help make the game more accessible for a new generation.	Read review
TrueGaming	عمر العمودي	9.5 / 10	01-30-2018	6:02 PM, 1/30/2018] Somo: If you previously missed out on Shadow of the Colossus, then you certainly are one of the lucky ones as the remake vastly improves this classic adventure and its mesmerizing visuals definitely makes it one the most beautiful games of 2018.	Read review
VGChartz	Craig Snow	9 / 10	02-10-2018	What Bluepoint has done here is sublime, and if you haven't played Shadow of the Colossus before then I almost envy you because you're in for a game of the generation-level treat.	Read review
VGN	Jacopo Mungai	8.5 / 10	01-30-2018	A timeless masterpiece that shines once again thanks to the extra power offered by PS4, especially when it comes to the PS4 Pro version, which is capable of managing a stunning 4K resolution along with HDR support and the new Photo Mode.	Read review
Video Chums	Tyler Hall	9.5 / 10	02-09-2018	Shadow of the Colossus on PlayStation 4 looks amazing and the modern control scheme makes it more playable than ever.	Read review
viewport	Tristan Jung	8 / 10	02-17-2018	Shadow of the Colossus remains faithful to the 2005 release, down to its problems. It masterfully utilizes the new hardware to amplify its immersion, yet remembers to maintain the importance of the original ideas and message. Even with its flaws, it's a game that everyone should experience.	Read review
Washington Post	Christopher Byrd	Recommended	02-02-2018	I suspect one of the reasons many have hailed "Shadow of the Colossus" as a work of art is because it left them feeling pensive.	Read review
Wccftech	Jorge Jimenez	9 / 10	02-12-2018	Shadow of the Colossus is an excellent remake of one of the most critically acclaimed video games in history. This should be in the library of any PS4 owner.	Read review
We Got This Covered	Shaan Joshi	5 / 5 stars	01-30-2018	More than a decade after its original release, and Fumito Ueda's masterpiece is still an absolute joy to play. Whether you've played it on older hardware, or you have yet to take the plunge, you owe it to yourself to play through Bluepoint's remake of one of the best games ever made.	Read review

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Tales speak of an ancient land where creatures the size of mountains, roam the majestic landscape. Bound to the land, these creatures hold a key to a mystical power of revival – a power you must obtain to waken a loved one. Shadow of the Colossus is a majestic journey through ancient lands to seek out and destroy gigantic mythical beasts. With your trusty horse at your side, explore the spacious lands and unearth each Colossi. Armed with your wits, a sword and a bow, use cunning and strategy to topple each behemoth. A remake of the critically-claimed game of the same title. Also from the minds that brought you The Last Guardian & ICO.

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