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Sunset Overdrive

Insomniac Games · Oct 28, 2014

PC · Xbox One

Mature

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Don’t miss the single-player campaign from the game that IGN awarded Best Xbox One Game of 2014, the game that Polygon rated 9 out of 10, and the game that Eurogamer calls “a breath of fresh air.” In Sunset Overdrive, the year is 2027 and Sunset City is under siege. A contaminated energy drink has transformed most of the population into toxic mutants. For many it's the end of the world, but for you it’s a dream come true. Your old boss? Dead. Your boring job? Gone. Transform the open-world into your tactical playground by grinding, vaulting and wall-running across the city while using a devastating, unconventional arsenal. With hyper-agility, unique weapons, and customizable special abilities, Sunset Overdrive rewrites the rules of traditional shooters and delivers an explosive, irreverent, stylish, and totally unique adventure.

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PC

No critic reviews yet · Gamer 9.1

Xbox One

Critic 8.3 (52 critics) · Gamer 8.2

8.2

Critic reviews

  • Wccftech.com

    Francesco De Meo · Jan 20, 2019

    8.0
    Sunset Overdrive is one of the very few open-world games that sets itself apart from the competition with its unique and wacky setting, Parkour system and hectic gameplay experience, and all these are faithfully represented in the PC port. While solid, the port does lack some features that are expected out of a PC game in this day and age: this, coupled with the removal of co-op multiplayer, ends up damaging the experience.
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  • TechRaptor

    Andrew Stretch · Nov 04, 2014

    8.2
    Sunset Overdrive is a game that never takes itself too seriously and understands what it is, there were many moments playing through this game that dialogue, references or mechanics had me laughing out loud. At first I was afraid of the traversal being too slow from early videos but after playing I found this was completely the opposite. If you want to play this as a perfectionist then it’s perfectly attainable and if you want to just play through the story you’re not missing out on anything.
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  • Giant Bomb

    Brad Shoemaker · Oct 31, 2014

    8.0
    This is an great debut for Insomniac on a new console, and it's great to see the developer of Ratchet & Clank getting back to a lot of colorful nonsense after focusing on Fuse and Resistance for so long. There's some room for growth in a few spots if this turns into a franchise, as it probably will, but this first effort is already a good solid reason to own an Xbox One, and one of the stronger open-world games released this year.
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  • Pure Xbox

    Dave Letcavage · Oct 29, 2014

    9.0
    Want to know how to make a truly great game? Provide players with a liberating and energetic method of traversal, create an eye-popping urban environment that serves as a massive playground, and do everything you can to promote uninhibited fun within that space. That’s the essence of Sunset Overdrive, and it’s why we think this is arguably the best new IP so far this console generation.
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  • USGamer

    Mike Williams · Oct 28, 2014

    9.0
    Sunset Overdrive is a welcome change of pace from the dour, serious AAA games we've been playing all year. Insomniac asks "who do you want to be?" with tons of customization options, some great weapons, and a very physical way to get around the city. The game feels a bit light in the content department, but it's undeniably fun.
  • ZTGD

    Ken McKown · Oct 27, 2014

    9.0
    It is fun, and that is the most important aspect of any game for me nowadays. I spent double-digit hours exploring the city, collecting items, and simply destroying anything in my path, and I can’t wait to do more. That speaks volumes about a game, and Sunset Overdrive is certainly not one to be missed this holiday season.
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Gamer reviews

  • Maruf Hassan

    May 1, 2022 · PC

    9.0

    A fun filled 4th wallbreaking adventure

    If you wanted to play Playstation Marvel's Spiderman 2018 on PC, this is the game that gets closest to it. Except for web swinging, It has all the mechanics like wallrunning, pole swinging and super jump as its made by the same developers, Insomniac Games. The open world is filled with challenges, platforms to jump on and collectibles. The 4th wallbreaking is hilarious at times and respawn animations are the best I have seen. Its sadly a hidden gem and not many people know about this game.

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  • Jezreel Ian Manuel

    Jan 2, 2022 · Xbox One

    7.8

    So much Style!

    I recently played this game and I was blown away that it was developed by Insomniac Games. It has some familiar gameplay tone with games such as Spiderman. Although they have different approaches here. This game is actually weirdly fun. **VISUALS** _Artistry: 10/12_ _Technical Merit: 7/8_ **SOUND DESIGN** _Music: 8/12_ _Sound Effects & Vocals: 5/8_ **INTERACTION** _Control & Interface: 7/8_ _Player Agency: 6/8_ _Accessibility: 4/4_ **MECHANICS** _Feedback & Fun: 10/10_ _Depth: 4/5_ _Variety: 3/5_ **CHARACTER** _Narrative: 6/8_ _Heart: 3/6_ _Originality: 5/6_

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  • Jeff Morgenroth

    Jan 27, 2021 · Xbox One

    8.2

    A neon-soaked explosion of action and weirdness. "Sunset Overdrive" is a joy to play, it being filled with bonkers characters, collectibles, and lots and lots of weapons. The story is tongue-in-cheek and disposable, but the game feels so great it really doesn't matter. One of the better Xbox exclusives, making this a must play for the system.

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  • KAM

    Jan 27, 2021 · Xbox One

    8.0

    A hidden gem to be honest. Try it out it’s free on game pass.

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