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Game Information

Game Title: Pragmata

Platforms:

• PlayStation 5 (Apr 17, 2026)
• Xbox Series X/S (Apr 17, 2026)
• PC (Apr 17, 2026)
• Nintendo Switch 2 (Apr 17, 2026)

Trailer:

Review Aggregator:

OpenCritic - 89 average - 100% recommended
Metacritic - 86 average Based on 45 reviews (PS5 version)

Critic Reviews


Analog Stick Gaming - Jeff M Young - 9 / 10

Pragmata pleasantly surprised me, and if Capcom does intend to return to this in a few years, I'd love to see the hacking systems become even deeper and more personalized. Hugh and Diana are a wonderful pair, and each nearly steals the show from one another. Their journey to stop IDUS may play it a bit too safe, but the journey nonetheless had me over the moon.

Console Creatures - Bobby Pashalidis - 9 / 10

As far as I'm concerned, Capcom's developers hit a stride so few achieve. Pragmata clicks from beginning, delivering an incredible campaign with stellar mechanics, held together by Hugh and Diana's relationship.

Final Weapon - Noah Hunter - 4.5 / 5

Pragmata dreams big with inventive hacking-shooting gameplay, and Capcom has hit a home run. Hugh and Diana's journey across the moon is one to remember, with an excellent gameplay system that never fails to be exciting. While I wish Pragmata spent more time developing its central relationship, that shortcoming never comes close to dulling what is otherwise one of Capcom's most inventive and exciting new releases in years.

Gamers Heroes - Johnny Hurricane - 85 / 100

A moonshot six years in the making, Capcom's bold new IP PRAGMATA sends Hugh and Diana to new heights with a successful landing.

Giant Bomb - Mike Minotti - 4.5 / 5

It's rare we get a new IP from a big publisher like Capcom these days, especially one with production values like this. It's a risk when you could just keep pumping out Resident Evil remakes and sequels while making guaranteed money. Well, this risk pays off.

MonsterVine - James Carr - 5 / 5

I think Pragmata has the most engaging third-person shooting I've experienced in the last twenty years. The balancing act of hacking, dodging, and shooting, all while managing finite resources, creates a satisfying loop that builds in complexity throughout. Hugh and Diana have a tender and well-rendered relationship, one that isn't undercut by Hugh's insecurities or unnecessary conflict, but instead is elevated by its focus on what it means to show the world to someone experiencing the beauty of life for the first time.

Oyungezer Online - Çağdaş Erdem Nemlioğlu - Turkish - 8.5 / 10

With its eye-catching graphics and heartwarming story, Pragmata offers a truly delightful experience. The tension that the hacking mechanic brings to the combat, in particular, has a very unique feel to it... I'm really happy with where Capcom is at right now.

Region Free - Joonatan Itkonen - 5 / 5

An innovative and bold genre cocktail that is packed with incredible set pieces and gameplay-first joy, Pragmata is Capcom at its finest.

República DG - Ruancarlo Silva - Portuguese - 9.4 / 10

Capcom has done it again! Pragmata is a masterclass in how to introduce a new IP and occasionally delivers highly innovative and addictive gameplay, accompanied by a great story filled with emotional moments.

Saudi Gamer - Arabic - 8 / 10

Was the wait worth it? Mostly yes, as the aesthetics and mechanics are solid and refreshing enough. The game only falters towards the end, feeling rushed, while the story which was never strong, ends up even more cliched.

SmashPad - 5 / 5

I think Pragmata is the crowning jewel of all their amassed talent and good decisions, ideas, and creativity so far in the 2020s. It's really that good.

Stevivor - Matt Gosper - 9 / 10

I was really impressed with what Capcom has achieved with an all-new title, building a unique and vibrant world, even on the barren surface of the moon.

The Nerd Stash - Julio La Pine - 9.5 / 10

Pragmata is a bold and beautiful experience that shows Capcom is just as great at making new entries to its franchises as it is at creating brand-new, exciting IPs.

ThreeTwoPlay - Michael Seifert - German - 4.5 / 5

With its perfectly thought-out gameplay-focused approach and unconventional combinations of ideas, Pragmata delivers a completely unique action experience which I'm glad can exist in the current AAA gaming space. While the combination of gun combat, hacking and dodging can be a bit intimidating at first and certainly isn't for everyone, it was done flawless for me and I had an incredibly good time with the game. The optional challenges provide additional motivation, the interactions between Hugh and Diana are always enjoyable and the game kept me completely entertained right up to the brilliantly staged finale.

 

[Zathalus]

 

[Gamer_By_Proxy]

Damn!!! Didn't know it was review day. Woot WOOT!!!!

 

[kpopSuperstar]

 

[LordCBH]

Genuinely reviewing better than I expected considering the gameplay looks awful.

 

[splattered]

Holy crap no way... i thought for sure this was gonna be the one capcom game that fell on its face.

Didn't interest me at all from the trailers

 

[StoopKidz]

Shit. Might be adding another to my backlog. Capcom does it again.

 

[HRK69]

 

[ricardo_sousa11]

This game looks cool but I cant shake the feeling that the girl will be annoying in the long run

 

[Arachnid]

Wow, I expected this to be a low 70s kind of game. I'll have to check it out.

 

[Gamer_By_Proxy]

Genuinely reviewing better than I expected considering the gameplay looks awful.

Try the demo. I played it 3 times and thought I'd hate the hacking. Now I'm buying it Day 1.

 

[DenchDeckard]

Demo had me hooked!

CAPGOD, indeed!

I want it, but I have so many games. Will pick up on steam.

 

[Luipadre]

Genuinely reviewing better than I expected considering the gameplay looks awful.

Gameplay is really fun

 

[Baemono]

Wow I was expecting like 81

 

[Zacfoldor]

Preordered, I always had faith!

 

[Judge Magister]

Sounds great.

 

[saintjules]

adamsapple the release got pushed up by a week to April 17th

 

[Chuck Berry]

Alright fine I'll get it.

Not anytime soon though.

 

[daclynk]

Capcom has been killing it.

 

[L*][*N*K]

Capcom is on a fucking roll! Day 1.

 

[Gonzito]

Well I am buying it at launch papitos.

 

[LordCBH]

Try the demo. I played it 3 times and thought I'd hate the hacking. Now I'm buying it Day 1.

Might as well. Worst case scenario is my opinion doesn't change.

 

[Gamer_By_Proxy]

Just bought it. Key sites are 18% off now. It was 20% off before the reviews dropped . . .

 

[LordOcidax]

Capcom is killing it lately, great reviews.

 

[RedC]

Hopefully DIgital Foundry gets a video out reviewing the PS5 Pro performance before the game releases.

 

[Mr Hyde]

Seems to be a hit critically. Hopefully the commercial performance is there too, as it's rare these days with a big new IP that also takes risks and provides something fresh. I'll definitely check this out. Capcom rarely miss.

 

[Northeastmonk]

Capcom at its finest? The demo was fun to play and hearing the whole game nails it. Hell yeah.

 

[diffusionx]

Why is it starting to feel like capcom is the only competent dev out there

 

[Certinty]

Great news.

One of the only games in recent years i've had no interest in, downloaded the demo and immediately pre-ordered it after.

Well played.

 

[Robb]

Awesome, Capcom really is killing it lately.

 

[adamsapple]

adamsapple the release got pushed up by a week to April 17th

Yes, that's just copy pasta from opencritic, will edit it. They haven't fixed it in their page yet.

 

[Bombolone]

Awesome to hear that the game hit its mark.
Kind of makes me wish 'Romeo Is a A Dead Man' turned out better was well.
Capgod finding its mojo again after the past gens is such a cool thing to see.

 

[Deerock71]

Using Capcom's new talent in the way Nintendo did when they made Splatoon. Sometimes it's good to let the newbies spread their wings.

 

[Metnut]

Sigh there's goes another $70.

 

[Gonzito]

Done, lets goo

 

[DenchDeckard]

Well I am buying it at launch papitos.

Fuck it, me too papito!

 

[TVexperto]

I preordered last night on switch 2 .. forgot to wait for reviews, seeing this makes me happy!

 

[FalsettoVibe]

aaaand preordered.

 

[engstra]

Well that's defintely reviewing much better than expected! Guess I'll have to check out at some point.

 

[GrayChild]

Preordered it like 3 months ago.

I never doubted Capcom.

 

[Gabe ♥]

YESSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS

 

[Tiago Rodrigues]

wow...Capcom is on a roll this year.
See when you stick to your guns and keep releasing good single player games?

 

[Luipadre]

"Completely bug free, not full price, and with a substantial endgame."

Hmm wonder what it is

 

[MatrixReloaded101]

Glad this turned out to be good but going to wait until I'm done with Saros to pick this up.

 

[Deerock71]

"Completely bug free, not full price, and with a substantial endgame."

Hmm wonder what it is

New game+?

 

[Jaybe]

Nice reviews

 

[willothedog]

'Gamers Heroes - Johnny Hurricane', if that is his real name why is he not a meteorologist?

 

[coachmcguirk91]

The start of this year has been fire

Nioh 3
Pokopia
RE9
Marathon
Crimson Desert
Pragmata

Still got Saros and Forza 6 in the next month

 

[Hayabusabruh]

I beat the demo like 8 times I don't even know why I even waited for the reviews.

 

[saintjules]

'Gamers Heroes - Johnny Hurricane', if that is his real name why is he not a meteorologist?