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Game Information

Game Title: Nobody Wants to Die
Developer: Critical Hit Games
Publisher: PLAION
Release Date: 17 July 2024
Platforms: PlayStation 5 | Xbox Series | PC via Steam
Genre: Detective, Dystopian, Noir, Thriller
Standard Edition - $24.99 USD | €24,99 | £19.99

Trailer:

• Nobody Wants to Die - Launch Trailer | PS5 Games
• Nobody Wants to Die - Cinematic Announce Trailer

Review Aggregator:

OpenCritic - 79 average - 75% recommended

Metacritic - 78 based on 4 Critic Reviews

Critic Reviews


MeuPlayStation - 8.5 / 10

A beautiful homage to modern sci-fi, Nobody Wants to Die is a narrative thriller that deserves a standing ovation. With a strong narrative, high level of immersion and absurd visuals, the title is made by those who understand cinema, games and dystopia very well.

Cerealkillerz - Nick Erlenhof - German - 8.1 / 10

Nobody Wants to Die impresses with a very detailed and atmospheric neo-noir look that shows a dystopian New York of the future. Equipped with all kinds of gadgets, it has never been so appealing to be on the trail of a serial killer. Unfortunately, the gameplay stagnates somewhat, as you have to carry out the same steps over and over again, always looking for the next prompt. But those who are not put off by this will be very well entertained for a few hours.

Chicas Gamers - Juanma Luengo - Spanish - 6 / 10

A visually groundbreaking narrative adventure, but with gameplay that is too basic and not very varied

IGN Spain - Rafa Del Río - Spanish - 8 / 10

Critical Hit surprises with a modern graphic adventure in which the setting and its visual work serve as a backdrop to a discourse that invites the player to debate.

MonsterVine - Nick Mangiaracina - 4 / 5

A thought-provoking experience that had me questioning the reality Karra was living in throughout most of the game, Nobody Wants to Die is a must for mystery, adventure, and noir fans.

PlayStation Universe - Garri Bagdasarov - 8 / 10

Nobody Wants To Die was the game I didn't realize I needed to play this year until I played it. A fantastic narrative experience set in one of the most harrowing worlds. Though its gameplay is by the books, it didn't keep me from being thoroughly entertained from start to finish. For those looking for a cyberpunk murder mystery, you don't need to look further than Nobody Wants To Die.

Press Start - James Mitchell - 7.5 / 10

Nobody Wants To Die is a strong detective thriller that does great work in immersing players in its dystopic-as-ever vision of near-future New York. While the gameplay loop is ambitious, a lacking protagonist and a gameplay concept that spreads itself too thin ultimately keeps Nobody Wants To Die from realising the full extent of it's potential. Regardless, it's an incredible-looking, amazingly atmospheric debut from a studio whom I can't wait to see more from.

Push Square - John Cal McCormick - 8 / 10

Nobody Wants To Die is a thoroughly enjoyable sci-fi detective thriller. The gameplay during investigations can feel a little perfunctory, but the narrative unfolds at a brisk pace, and the developer makes smart use of visual trickery to convince you that the game is much bigger than it actually is, presenting you with unforgettable future cityscapes that are perpetually out of reach. It's all an illusion, but a beautiful one.

XboxEra - Jesse Norris - 9.5 / 10

Nobody Wants to Die is an incredible experience. Engaging detective gameplay, an incredible soundtrack, and a fascinating noir-yarn come together to create one of my favorite games in a long time.

 

[SimTourist]

Surely someone wants to die

 

[Toots]

Surely someone wants to die

The dudes from i have no mouth and i must scream want to die. Dixie in Neuromancer too.

 

[Thick Thighs Save Lives]

Thanks for the gold, John Marston . Your generosity is much appreciated.

 

[The Cockatrice]

Walking sim with barebones gameplay mechanics and nice visuals thats 4 hours long. Wishlisted, will wait for sale.

 

[HRK69]

What a nice suprise

Definitely going to check this one out someday

 

[Maiden Voyage]

Walking sim with barebones gameplay mechanics and nice visuals thats 4 hours long. Wishlisted, will wait for sale.

If it's good, I'll watch someone play through on YT

 

[Connificent]

Straight banger

 

[The Cockatrice]

If it's good, I'll watch someone play through on YT

I'll buy it for sure cuz how often do we get Sci-Fi's like these, but I have a backlog and I need to save up. I wish someday someone would make a similar game but with some heavy brain teasing puzzles.

 

[Flabagast]

Very nice surprise, advice anyone interested to buy it

 

[Eiknarf]

Glad to see reviews finally pour in

 

[Thick Thighs Save Lives]

Glad to see reviews finally pour in

Yup, I'm checking both Opencritic and Metacritic every so often so I'll keep updating the OP as more reviews trickle in.

This thread can also be used at the unofficial OT for the game, btw. ^^

 

[balls of snow]

Not bad for the first game for the studio. Steam reviews are glowing too.

 

[Chuck Berry]

Steam reviews are glowing too.

This game makes me want to smoke 10 packs of cigarettes and drink a bottle of Whiskey while watching a silent movie in a floating car.

 

[Chuck Berry]

 

[Putonahappyface]

So is this digital only?

 

[Jaybe]

Looks really interesting

 

[Arsic]

So this is digital only?

 

[clarky]

Well if xboxera and cerealkillazs say its good im in.

 

[Putonahappyface]

It's a genuine question as I never know these days what will get a physical release or a digital release. I'd like the game, but not digitally.

 

[AngelMuffin]

Walking sim with barebones gameplay mechanics and nice visuals thats 4 hours long. Wishlisted, will wait for sale.

This isn't Hellblade II.

 

[Arsic]

It's a genuine question as I never know these days what will get a physical release or a digital release. I'd like the game, but not digitally.

Digital only.

 

[SpearHea.:D]

bought it played for an hour. amazing visuals and engaging game so far.

 

[Little Chicken]

This Xbox Series X|S title came out of nowhere for me, I think I'll pick it up

 

[Chuck Berry]

So there's three different endings depending on choices you make throughout the adventure. At 5-6 hours and for the price and presentation that's pretty bangin.

Id replay it just to stare at it anyway.

 

[Flabagast]

So there's three different endings depending on choices you make throughout the adventure. At 5-6 hours and for the price and presentation that's pretty bangin.

Id replay it just to stare at it anyway.

Did you finish it ? What is your overall impression ?

 

[Chuck Berry]

Did you finish it ? What is your overall impression ?

Im only like an hour in. Started it late last night and I really dig it.

 

[analog_future]

Seems kind of derivative of Observer

 

[Punished Miku]

Seems kind of derivative of Observer

Guess I'll play that 1st. I own it I think.

 

[Eiknarf]

Any haptics on the ps5 controller?

 

[Thick Thighs Save Lives]

Hmm, I see quite a few big game publications from Japan covering this game, while from big Western ones, there's Dexerto, and that's about it (at least from what I looked on Twitter).







There is however quite a bit of coverage from smaller European and Brazilian gaming outlets.

 

[Chuck Berry]

Even having only seen that one trailer, the game gives off some Megalopolis ish vibes as well

The freedom to be immortal

No wonder NOBODY WANTS TO DIE

 

[digital_ghost]

Nobody wants a Cream Pie either.

 

[John Marston]

Just finished my first investigation and went back to my apartment.

Great atmosphere and good voice acting.
The perfect game to sit yo ass down & relax

 

[LiquidMetal14]

Yeah, I don't know where this came from but it is highly compelling. Just beat Witcher 3 (amazing) and looking to transition to the next game.

 

[thatJohann]

Finished it on PS5 and really enjoyed it. Beautiful art design, visuals, atmosphere and soundtrack. Had a blast.

 

[Flabagast]

Push Square review : 8/10

Review: Nobody Wants to Die (PS5) - Film Noir Meets Cyberpunk in This Stylish Detective Thriller

Who wants to live forever?

www.pushsquare.com

Nobody Wants To Die is a thoroughly enjoyable sci-fi detective thriller. The gameplay during investigations can feel a little perfunctory, but the narrative unfolds at a brisk pace, and the developer makes smart use of visual trickery to convince you that the game is much bigger than it actually is, presenting you with unforgettable future cityscapes that are perpetually out of reach. It's all an illusion, but a beautiful one.

I hope more outlets decide to give it a go

 

[spartan30gr]

Finished it on PS5 and really enjoyed it. Beautiful art design, visuals, atmosphere and soundtrack. Had a blast.

How many hours is the story campaign?

 

[sloppyjoe_gamer]

Surely someone wants to die

Maybe.....and quit calling me shirley

 

[thatJohann]

How many hours is the story campaign?

Took me 6 hours

 

[dreamstation]

Picked it up on PS5. Yea this is pretty damn cool. And the price is right too.
Shame that quality modes always feel like shit. Opted for performance which still looks pretty good.

 

[Thick Thighs Save Lives]

Push Square review : 8/10

Review: Nobody Wants to Die (PS5) - Film Noir Meets Cyberpunk in This Stylish Detective Thriller

Who wants to live forever?

www.pushsquare.com

I hope more outlets decide to give it a go

Thanks for sharing! I've added PushSquare's review to the OP.

 

[Kupfer]

This game looks like it's up my alley, I hope it gets a physical release in the future because I want it in my collection.

 

[Reaseru]

The most graphically impressive game I played this year. And I played Hellblade 2. That one still gets the most technically to me, but I got more impressive with this one.

 

[Humdinger]

We don't get too many short, relaxing, detective noir SF games. Added to my wishlist. Thanks for the heads up.

 

[Connificent]

I feel like the main voice actor could pull off Max Payne if he wanted too

 

[analog_future]

Gorgeous game.

Some of my shots (PC):

 

[OverHeat]

Freaking evidence puzzle

 

[Denton]

Best czech game site Vortex gave it 8

Recenze Nobody Wants to Die » Vortex

Recenze Nobody Wants to Die. Co kdyby mělo lidstvo nesmrtelnost na dosah ruky? A co kdyby byla svým způsobem povinná?

www.vortex.cz

Conclusion is "Gameplay is not flawless, but it is one of the most impressive games I have played lately."

 

[Connificent]

Freaking evidence puzzle

You'd rather scream JASON 50 times?