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Journey
"Enter the world of Journey, the third game from acclaimed indie developers thatgamecompany and presented by SCEA Santa Monica Studio. This ground-breaking adventure puts players inside a mysterious world of wonder and discovery. Featuring stunning visuals, haunting music, and innovative online gameplay, Journey delivers an innovative interactive game experience like no other.Download the full game today. "
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23 out of 2592%of customers would recommend this product to a friend.
Customer Reviews for Journey
Review 1 for Journey
The reason to play games?
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Gameplay:
10
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10
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Sound:
10
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Lasting Appeal:
10
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Posted on:6/17/13
Juxtapyrr
Location: Yuba City, CA
This game is perfect for: casual gamers
Journey is simply the best game ever made. From it's very simple control scheme to it's beautiful graphics.There is no dialogue in Journey, only little chimes from your character. It has the most simple premise, go from point A to point B and it is really short (2-4 hours max) yet for all these reasons it is the best game ever made.
(This paragraph is only based on an interesting fact in this game) Throughout Journey, you see magnificent things and hear a never dull soundtrack (it was even nominated for a Grammy in fact =D). Yet these things were created in 24 hours. From the designs of everything and the fantastic visuals, no one would ever think that.ThatGameCompany (the company responsible for this masterpiece) has been known for it making other simply outstanding games like Flow and Flower that are like Journey and are the best games for a game like Journey to be based around.
Like I said, the controls are simple. left analog stick to move, right analog stick or Six-Axis motion to look around, O to chirp, and X to... I won't give away what X does. This simplicity works with a game like this because the game itself is simple. The developers show that Journey can be the or one of the best games with everything so simple because of it all working together.
The designs for characters are basic, but the visuals are outstanding. Like I said before, this game's visuals are amazing and show how colorful and full of art a game created in 24 hours could be if people tried, so no comment on the visuals.(From this point on the character design portion of my review is based off of what the characters look like. If you have no experience with Star Wars, you may not experience the humour) The designs of the protagonist and other beings resemble Jawas from Star Wars if they had long legs. However, joking aside, even if this was intentional the design goes with the setting. A heavily scarfed figure in the sands fits since the first section of the game is a desert just like Jawas needing protection from the sand. The color red sticks out from the visuals (since it's the color you're in) and you never feel lost in the background.
Now for the big part of this review, the story. Since there is no dialogue and in place are hieroglyphics, gamers may feel lost and not know where to go, but around 1 hour in , the game clicks on and you understand what those hieroglyphics mean. And since you understand you continue on your journey until one of the most unexpected things happen and you get scared, even people who play games of the horror genre may even feel scared to, but because I'm a nice guy, I won't spoil it for you. Throughout the game you will feel happiness,sadness,terrified, and triumphantness because of everything you have done. At the end, you will see how a game with no dialogue at all will make you feel.
My final thing in this review is the multiplayer of Journey. The multiplayer is more like co-op. You can encounter someone's character 7-10 minutes after the game starts. You have no means of communication, except for both of your character's chirps. That one person can't cause you trouble and instead will help you through Journey. The fact that someone nameless to you can have a lot of trust in you and vice-versa shows that developers ThatGameCompany can see how well human interaction can be, even amongst gamers who are usually antisocial and don't communicate well (and even cuss for no reason I MEAN FOR GOSH SAKES WHY MUST EVERONE CURSE ON CALL OF DU... sorry, got carried away, but you understand right??) They show that anyone can interact with anyone no matter what circumstances. I urge you to have the multiplayer option on while playing. Also at the end, you find out that person's Gamer Tag ID and can become friends.
All in all, there are no real flaws in Journey. Controls are simple, visuals and soundtrack are fantastic, the story can be complex without dialogue, the length of the game is perfect and you will feel that you have gotten enough if not overloaded on the experience of the game, and you can make friends along the way. This is a must have for anyone and to me, no game with any amount of action or awesomeness can make me not have Journey my favorite game of all time. I hope this review was very helpful for anyone who was conflicted about buying this game.
(This paragraph is only based on an interesting fact in this game) Throughout Journey, you see magnificent things and hear a never dull soundtrack (it was even nominated for a Grammy in fact =D). Yet these things were created in 24 hours. From the designs of everything and the fantastic visuals, no one would ever think that.ThatGameCompany (the company responsible for this masterpiece) has been known for it making other simply outstanding games like Flow and Flower that are like Journey and are the best games for a game like Journey to be based around.
Like I said, the controls are simple. left analog stick to move, right analog stick or Six-Axis motion to look around, O to chirp, and X to... I won't give away what X does. This simplicity works with a game like this because the game itself is simple. The developers show that Journey can be the or one of the best games with everything so simple because of it all working together.
The designs for characters are basic, but the visuals are outstanding. Like I said before, this game's visuals are amazing and show how colorful and full of art a game created in 24 hours could be if people tried, so no comment on the visuals.(From this point on the character design portion of my review is based off of what the characters look like. If you have no experience with Star Wars, you may not experience the humour) The designs of the protagonist and other beings resemble Jawas from Star Wars if they had long legs. However, joking aside, even if this was intentional the design goes with the setting. A heavily scarfed figure in the sands fits since the first section of the game is a desert just like Jawas needing protection from the sand. The color red sticks out from the visuals (since it's the color you're in) and you never feel lost in the background.
Now for the big part of this review, the story. Since there is no dialogue and in place are hieroglyphics, gamers may feel lost and not know where to go, but around 1 hour in , the game clicks on and you understand what those hieroglyphics mean. And since you understand you continue on your journey until one of the most unexpected things happen and you get scared, even people who play games of the horror genre may even feel scared to, but because I'm a nice guy, I won't spoil it for you. Throughout the game you will feel happiness,sadness,terrified, and triumphantness because of everything you have done. At the end, you will see how a game with no dialogue at all will make you feel.
My final thing in this review is the multiplayer of Journey. The multiplayer is more like co-op. You can encounter someone's character 7-10 minutes after the game starts. You have no means of communication, except for both of your character's chirps. That one person can't cause you trouble and instead will help you through Journey. The fact that someone nameless to you can have a lot of trust in you and vice-versa shows that developers ThatGameCompany can see how well human interaction can be, even amongst gamers who are usually antisocial and don't communicate well (and even cuss for no reason I MEAN FOR GOSH SAKES WHY MUST EVERONE CURSE ON CALL OF DU... sorry, got carried away, but you understand right??) They show that anyone can interact with anyone no matter what circumstances. I urge you to have the multiplayer option on while playing. Also at the end, you find out that person's Gamer Tag ID and can become friends.
All in all, there are no real flaws in Journey. Controls are simple, visuals and soundtrack are fantastic, the story can be complex without dialogue, the length of the game is perfect and you will feel that you have gotten enough if not overloaded on the experience of the game, and you can make friends along the way. This is a must have for anyone and to me, no game with any amount of action or awesomeness can make me not have Journey my favorite game of all time. I hope this review was very helpful for anyone who was conflicted about buying this game.
Overall Rating:
Gameplay:
10
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Graphics:
10
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Sound:
10
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Lasting Appeal:
10
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Review 2 for Journey
interestingly different
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Gameplay:
9
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8
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10
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9
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9
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8
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10
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9
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Review 3 for Journey
One of the most fantastic gaming experiences ever.
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10
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10
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Review 4 for Journey
Simply Stunning
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10
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10
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Review 5 for Journey
An amazing game for basically anyone.
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Gameplay:
8
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10
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10
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Lasting Appeal:
7
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Posted on:1/4/13
csp42199
Location: CT
This game is perfect for: casual gamers
I was hesitant to get this game, but my mom convinced me to get it. I was amazed at the game once I downloaded it. I thought it was going to be a basic kid game where you walk around aimlessly trying to find something to do. But, this game is much more than that. I was immersed in a new world of sights and sounds. The music was fantastic as well as the graphics! I was so mad at myself for not getting the game earlier. It truly is a GREAT game for kids and adults alike. I hope you love it as much as I do.
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Gameplay:
8
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10
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10
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Lasting Appeal:
7
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Review 6 for Journey
Brilliant!
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9
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9
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10
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7
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10
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7
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Review 7 for Journey
Not for Everyone
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Gameplay:
2
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7
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10
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6
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2
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10
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Lasting Appeal:
6
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Posted 12/10/12
Nevermind, I posted this rating for the wrong game. LOL I didn't play Journey.
Review 8 for Journey
Yawn...
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Review 9 for Journey
It's hard to describe
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10
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Review 10 for Journey
Amazing
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Posted on:7/27/12
TRR23
There is no dialogue throughout the entire game, you spend long periods of time walking around in a desert alone (or with somebody else who you cannot speak to), and it takes about three hours to beat the game. So why would somebody ever bother buying this game? It is beautiful, it is touching. It is hard to even call it a video game as it is more like an experience. You play as a cloaked figure with no knowledge of where you are or what is going on. Your only goal is to reach the mountain far off in the distance. The gameplay is great but at times it does get slow at points. The soundtrack is perfect and the graphics are beautiful. And despite being a rather short adventure, a second, third, and even fourth journey are just as enjoyable. Thatgamecompany delivers a simple yet elegant experience like no other. If you are a PS3 owner, you must at least consider getting Journey.
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10
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10
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2 of 3 found this review helpful.
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Review 11 for Journey
Beautiful.
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10
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Review 12 for Journey
This game is definitely one great journey.
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10
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10
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Lasting Appeal:
8
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Review 13 for Journey
Beautiful.
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10
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9
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Review 14 for Journey
Emotionally Stunning Experience
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Review 15 for Journey
Ranks among the top experiences available on PS3
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10
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10
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10
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Posted on:5/14/12
ThatKidChris
Location: VA
This game is perfect for: hardcore gamers
Journey is an absolute must play for any gamer, as well as any non-gamer. Featuring an engaging world, a haunting original score from Austin Wintory, an incredible and beautiful graphical pallet, and an intense understanding of emotion and player interaction, Journey is the best fifteen dollars anyone could ever spend on the Playstation store. Through 3 play-throughs, I've experienced only some minor technical problems and one glitch. The Co-Op is a phenomenal and unobtrusive addition, making each and every Journey unique. Next to Uncharted 2 and Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots, this the best Playstation 3 game I have ever played, and one of the best games I have ever played across my 16 year gaming career. Journey is fresh, unique, emotional, and extremely engaging and gives me new hope that video games are a sophisticated medium of interactive entertainment.
My Product Recommendations
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Review 16 for Journey
Worth every penny and more...
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10
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4 of 4 found this review helpful.
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Review 17 for Journey
stunningly beutiful
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10
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3 of 3 found this review helpful.
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Review 18 for Journey
Amazing combination of music and gameplay
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10
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Lasting Appeal:
9
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2 of 2 found this review helpful.
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Review 19 for Journey
RATED M FOR MASTERPIECE
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10
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10
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4 of 4 found this review helpful.
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Review 20 for Journey
excellant game
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Lasting Appeal:
10
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