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A 75 average through 84 reviews so far. Ghostwire: Tokyo is one of the most visually stunning games released on the PS5 however it seems the story suffers from pacing issues and the gameplay is only half baked with awkward controls and uninteresting combat. Some reviewers were able to forgive this though for how much the game sucks you into its setting. Definitely seems like a split opinion game that you're just going to have to try yourself to see if you like it.

Silconera - 10/10
After watching the credits roll on Akito and K.K.s journey, I still find myself itching to finish up every single thing in Ghostwire: Tokyo. Pray at those last few Jizo statues. Find the remaining tanuki. Figure out how to get inside of the 24th floor of the shopping complex so I can take out its pesky corruption spot. Im forty hours in and counting and one hundred percent willing to do it all over again.

Playstation Lifestyle - 9.5/10
Ghostwire: Tokyo is the game I think we were all hoping for when it was announced. The eerie streets of an empty Tokyo draw you in and promptly scare you senseless with some fascinating enemies lurking around every corner. The story shines exactly when it needs to and then fades into the backdrop, allowing you to experience this sensational world. From the incredible voice work and writing, to the well-paced combat and city exploration, this is a must-play experience with plenty to do across its 20 hours.

Game Revolution - 8/10
Ghostwire: Tokyos biggest problem is that it takes very few chances. Unfortunately, the gameplay is just too familiar for its own good. Its got a great premise, and I loved its version of Tokyo. However, the story and setting are in a framework thats all too familiar. It also has a hard time figuring out whether it wants to be a linear or open world title. Despite these issues, it has a compelling story, and I enjoyed the journey from start to finish. Its great seeing an accessible AAA title like this utilize Japanese folklore as its inspiration and shows just how far weve come from the 90s where JRPGs were downplaying those sorts of things.

Gamespot - 8/10
Ghostwire: Tokyo doesn't reinvent the wheel when it comes to open-world games, but its unique setting, tremendous attention to detail, and singular combat make it stand out amongst its contemporaries. The story stumbles and not all of the side missions are particularly engaging, yet these aspects are easy to push to the back of your mind when you're using finger guns to tear through corrupted spirits with dazzling aplomb. Shinji Mikami is a legendary director, but taking a backseat and letting new voices come to the fore has paid off.

Cubed3 - 7/10
Tango Gameworks' latest outing won't scratch that survival horror itch the same way The Evil Within does, but Ghostwire: Tokyo has more than enough going for it to warrant at least one playthrough. A creative skill set keeps combat fresh and engaging even if enemies aren't the most in-depth when it comes to challenging the player. Exploration is enhanced by parkour-esque platforming that makes navigating in first-person a thrill. Tokyo is a moody, lonely setting dripping in atmosphere at all times. Level design is perhaps too restrained when it comes to eclectic set pieces, but the open world packs itself full of secrets while pacing its main content out appropriately. Ghostwire: Tokyo is a worthy entry in Tango Gameworks' catalogue.

Metro GameCentral - 4/10
Rarely has such a big budget game been based on such a thin gameplay premise, with this bafflingly dull first person action adventure that begins to run out of steam by the end of the tutorial level.

Oof.

I'll support my boy Shinji in anything he does, but

Lightning Strikes posted...

Oof.

This game always looked pretty unfocused and way too busy, but hey, I'm still excited to give it a shot.

I don't know why I'm surprised, this is right in line with how Evil Within reviewed. But I was hoping for a great!

maybe will check this out later this year