![]() Essentially, you’re partaking in sixteen individual boss fights.Īnd while that doesn’t sound like much, once you begin to traverse the land and meet your first few colossi, you’ll soon realise that this fantasy tale has so much to offer. In fact, when you consider the already extensive catalogue of outstanding titles available on the PS4, it’s quite an achievement that Shadow of the Colossus deserves a place among them.īut what makes Shadow of the Colossus so unique? Well, although it’s an open-world game of sorts, aside from the colossi and a few lizards you can eat to gain stamina, there is nothing else in the world to interact with. After all, even though some twelve years have passed since it first graced our screens, we can now enjoy this work of art in all the glory of dynamic 4K.Īnd although the visual splendour alone is enough to warrant a purchase of this timeless classic the emotionally investing story fused with the gorgeous soundtrack elevates Shadow of the Colossus alongside some of the PS4’s best games. Now, I’d be lying if I said I wasn’t excited about one of the greatest games ever made getting a facelift for the PlayStation 4. The addition of a photo mode is also nice, allowing you to take some stunning shots and edit them up how you want.Initially released in 2005 for the PlayStation 2 and then re-released in high definition six years later on the PlayStation 3 Shadow of the Colossus returns to Sony’s latest console for a third outing courtesy of developers Bluepoint Games. This means anyone that’s played a lot of Shadow of the Colossus can jump right in and play it on Hard without having to clear the game on an easier difficulty at first. I enjoyed the fact that Hard mode is unlocked from the get-go with the remake, instead of making it unlockable. The design of the Colossi is still a high point for the game as well, and each one not only functions as a boss battle but also a mini puzzle, as you try to figure out how to climb the creature and find its weak points. ![]() At the same time, the controls require concentration from you as a player, and make each Colossi battle a methodical one. The camera oftentimes works to make the game more cinematic, giving you wide views of an area of staging itself a particular way while you climb up a Colossus. Shadow of the Colossus’ world feels oppressive through the use of fog, dust, and a dark skybox that looms overhead at every turn.īoth the control scheme and camera are something I’ve always felt were fairly intentional in Shadow of the Colossus, however. Even with the update, however, the mood of the game still remains. Playing on PS4 Pro, Shadow of the Colossus is one of the most visually stunning titles on the system, and each area is a joy to explore to see how it’s changed, even if you have played the original. Dusty deserts are swept by wind, the forest whirs and chirps with the sound of wildlife as sunlight ripples through the trees, and the fur on each Colossi waves back and forth realistically. Honestly, the rebuilt world does more than just look better, it really adds an extra sense of gravitas to the experience. This remake is an absolutely gorgeous game, character models are detailed and the various environments of the game are a wonder to behold. Instead of merely updating the graphics of Shadow of the Colossus, the entire game has been rebuilt from the ground up, and it’s a truly remarkable feat. Of course, the big focus of the remake is the graphical update brought to the game. The mysterious tale is an incredibly emotional journey, and it’s something that you really should experience for yourself with little introduction. Shadow of the Colossus’ story remains exactly the same, as it should be. Wander and his horse, Agro, make their way to a mysterious land where a godlike voice tells them that their loved one can indeed be revived, if you hunt down and kill a number of giant Colossi that roam the land. Make no mistake, this is a remake that sticks exactly to the source material, but rebuilds it from the ground up as a more modern-looking experience.įor those who don’t know, Shadow of the Colossus casts you as a young boy named Wander, who’s embarked on a quest to revive a dead loved one. The ambiguously melancholic story, minimalist design, incredible soundtrack, and humongous Colossi boss battles are still something that no other game has managed to emulate well. The most surprising part about playing the remake on PlayStation 4 for me, was when I was hit by the feeling that there’s still nothing else quite like Shadow of the Colossus out there. Hailed as one of the most “artistic” video games ever made, it’s a fascinating title that was wholly unique when it was released back on the PlayStation 2. Shadow of the Colossus is one of those titles that’s achieved almost legendary status in the history of gaming.
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