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Ultros

PS5 Details

Native PS5 application
Yes

Details

Genre
Release Date
February 13, 2024
Metacritic Score
78

Reviews

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Good
  • Stunning art and visual design
  • Score pulls player in
  • Thoughtful storytelling
  • Questions are reasonably answered
  • Good use of Metroidvania tropes
  • Layered narrative
  • Frequently discovering something new
  • Colourful and unique world design
  • Exciting plant grow mechanic
  • Gorgeous art and storytelling
  • Late-game abilities alleviate frustrations
  • Whole map is a giant puzzle
  • New cycle starts after breaking a seal
  • Unique boss battles
  • Engaging world exploration
Bad
  • Frustrating gameplay
  • Pacing issues
  • Excessive backtracking
  • Cannot control flower growth for 'Living Network'
  • Complicated trial and error mechanics
  • Large amount of grinding
  • Difficult-to-follow map
  • Some unclear paths
  • Tedious unlocking new paths process
  • Simple but bland combat
  • Frustrating optional ending
Good
  • Offers vibrant colors
  • Art style is fantastic
  • Ambient soundtrack adds to the experience
  • Narrative is obscure and surreal
  • Swordplay is an element of combat
  • Features platforming and combat
  • Gardening focus adds unique gameplay aspect
  • Nutrient-based power up system adds depth
  • Can unlock hidden passages or powerups
Bad
  • Character feels clunky
  • Combat never evolves
  • Limited number of attack moves
  • Combat is underwhelming
  • Planting mechanics can be overly complex
  • Roguelike loops feature can be annoying
  • Upgrades become trivial over time
Good
  • Unique art style
  • Interesting player-led story
  • Intriguing skill tree system
  • Innovative 'loop' system
  • Responsive combat
  • Fun looting system
  • Personalising effect of planting plants
  • Beautiful artistic vision
  • Modest 10-hour runtime
Bad
  • Lack of enemy variety
  • Little to no difficulty curve
  • Imprecise jumps
  • Limited movement options
  • Daunting map navigation
  • Irritating fast-travel system

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Videos

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Ultros - Launch Trailer | PS5 & PS4 Games
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Ultros - Himsa Ahimsa Escalation Trailer | PS5 & PS4 Games
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Ultros - Narrated Gameplay Preview | PS5 & PS4 Games
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Ultros - Release Date Announcement Trailer | PS5 & PS4 Games
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Ultros - First Look Gameplay Trailer | PS5 & PS4 Games
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Ultros - Reveal Trailer | PS5 & PS4 Games

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