 "Great Game" | 2009-10-03 |
| - Reviewed By User: A2EJG9TL42YYFJ |
| Played Shadow of the Colossus and decided that I needed to play this game. I heard it was one of the most beloved game and gave it a try. It did not disappoint. If you don't like puzzle games or if you like a lot of dialog then this is not the game for you. People who have played Shadow of the Colossus should know how this game would be like. It could get repetitive if you're not into the story but overall I really enjoyed this game. |
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 "Fantastic Atmosphere" | 2009-09-01 |
| - Reviewed By User: A3OPUFBC1IXSA8 |
After seeing the E3 trailer for The Last Guardian, I decided that I needed to play the team's previous two games. I had always wanted to play Shadow of the Colossus, but I had only been marginally interested in Ico. I like puzzles in my games, but I wouldn't call myself a fan of puzzle games.
On the surface, that's what Ico is, and some of its puzzles will certainly stump you. It also has some simple combat, but it's not very involving. As you play through the game, though, you begin to fall in love with its atmosphere. Seriously, through the first couple hours, I thought this game was fun, but not great. However, the further I got, the more I was pulled in by the atmosphere. It's very hard to describe. This is one of those games that you really like, and you don't know why. |
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| "A Game for Shadow of the Colossus Lovers! Excellent!" | 2009-06-15 |
| - Reviewed By User: A2UWU9TMO9N7AX |
If you loved Shadow of the Colossus, you owe it to your self to play this title. Very well designed with challenging puzzles. I still play this game occasionally on my PS3.
If you have a PS2 or PS3, you HAVE to give this game a try.
Also, the game "Shadow of the Colossus" is also very good and follows the series. |
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| "It is awesome" | 2009-04-11 |
| - Reviewed By User: AUD7J00AP7NNB |
| The game itself is awesome; however, the game lasted way more to reach my house than the estimeted time. I don't regret buying it, it was totaly worth it ! |
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| "Beautiful compelling action puzzle " | 2009-03-30 |
| - Reviewed By User: A1VEOJQ9JDGQHX |
Like it's perhaps better-known successor Shadow of the Collosus, Ico is 1st of all, amazingly beautiful. If all you did in this game was walk around and look at the detailed and captivating scenery, it would be worth it.
More than that, this is an excellent action puzzle game. Most of your time is spent figuring out interesting and novel ways to solve your way out of a mysterious castle while assisting an interesting companion.
This probably isn't a game for everyone: if you are easily frustrated, or are looking for non-stop action, or tons of witty dialog, you might be better served by something like the Prince of Persia series. But there is no arguing that this game is a complete gaming work of art. |
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| "the Legendary" | 2009-03-16 |
| - Reviewed By User: A15LG7HS4WKKKS |
This is a puzzle/adventure game with a few key differences. How many times in other games have you been able to quickly spot an item you can interact with because it doesn't blend in with the scenery? Not in Ico, the environment all looks consistent. How many games plaster icons, bars and scores in a head-up display over the scenery? Not in Ico, and I'm glad because the scenery is breath-takingly beautiful and having no clutter makes the game more film-like. How many games have basic puzzles you've seen before or can work out in 5 seconds flat? Not Ico, the vast majority of the puzzles are original, and a delight to discover. And how many games make you genuinely care for the characters, and make you feel like you're there? Ico does.
The puzzles are hard, but not illogical. They're also very original and SO satisfying to solve. The level design is true genius.
The central game mechanic revolves around you controlling Ico, helping to guide a strange young girl called Yorda as you try and escape the castle. Leave Yorda on her own ad she'll get attacked. Sometimes she even helps you solve puzzles by pointing to places you should direct your attention.
Like the best games, Ico draws you in with its fantastic atmosphere. The graphics and sound are both absolutely top-notch. The haunted castle feels and sounds dark and lonely. High up on the parapets, it's cold and scary as the wind blasts you.
If you don't already own Ico - buy it! It's easily one of the best PS2 games to date. |
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