Detroit: Become Human
Release Date: May 25, 2018
Adventure, TPP, cyberpunk, science fiction, arcade elements, PS Plus Collection, PS Plus Premium, PS Plus Extra, singleplayer
Steam
An action-adventure game set in a science-fiction world, created by developers from the French studio Quantic Dreams – creators of such games as Fahrenheit, Beyond: Two Souls and the bestselling Heavy Rain. Detroit: Become Human expands on ideas present in the 2012 year’s demo Kara, which depicted a female android developing human emotions. The game takes place in the futuristic version of Detroit, where humanoid robots are a common sight.
Detroit: Become Human for PS4 is another adventure game developed by French studio Quantic Dream, the creators of Fahrenheit, Heavy Rain and Beyond: Two Souls. This time the developers decided to expand the idea of the female android Kara, who debuted in a 2012 technological demo.
Plot
The story is the mainstay of Detroit: Become Human for PS4. Because of that, and in order to avoid even minor spoilers, the plot breakdown won’t be detailed. The game takes place in the future, in the titular city of Detroit. In the game’s universe, robots that look and act like humans have become a part of reality. However, Kara is special, as she has feelings and a consciousness. This makes her want to find out the truth about herself, other robots and maybe even change their fate. Other playable characters accompany Kara, including Connor, who works in police. Their adventures are meant to answer question the why some robots had gone mad and stopped acting like other machines, instead committing crimes and even becoming suicidal.
Mechanics
Detroit: Become Human for PS4 is similar to Heavy Rain. It is an interactive story in which the player mostly explores the environment. Since the protagonists are androids, the players will have plenty of new possibilities. For example, when playing as Connor, it is possible to quickly analyze various data, like a weapon left by a bandit. The robot can also reconstruct some events based on clues – this is similar to the mechanic used in Batman: Arkham Origins.
In addition to that, the title offers an advanced dialogue system. Finding evidence increases the number of available dialogue options used during key situations. If the player isn’t focused on conducting the investigation, his options during an important conversation might be limited. It is very important as the dialogues have strong impact on gameplay and can lead to various outcomes.
Technical aspects
Quantic Dream has been known for high-quality graphics. Detroit: Become Human for PS4 fully utilizes the power available in the Sony console. Thanks to that, character models are great and the surroundings are rich in details.
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Last Update: May 24, 2018
Detroit Become Human Guide
Detroit Become Human Guide contains complete story walkthrough with choices, consequences and alternative endings. We've described the Flowcharts of Connor, Marcus, and Kara. Also, check our tips about the game’ mechanics.
Videos and Screens
[1:48] Detroit: Become Human launch trailer
[0:30] Detroit: Become Human TV commercial
The main pros of the game
- Deep and Captivating Narrative: The game offers a thought-provoking story that explores themes of freedom, morality, and artificial intelligence. Players are emotionally invested in the characters and their journeys.
- Meaningful Choices: Every decision significantly impacts the storyline, leading to multiple endings and encouraging replayability. Players feel their choices matter.
- Stunning Visuals: The graphics are highly praised for their realism and detail, creating an immersive experience that feels cinematic.
- Diverse Protagonists: The three main characters (Kara, Connor, and Markus) each have unique stories and struggles, allowing players to connect with them on different levels.
- Immersive Soundtrack: The music enhances the emotional depth of the game, complementing the narrative and character arcs effectively.
The main cons of the game
- Limited Interactivity: Some players feel that the gameplay can feel more like watching a movie rather than actively participating, with restricted exploration and movement.
- Predictable Moments: Certain plot points may feel clichéd or reminiscent of other sci-fi narratives, which can detract from the originality of the story.
- Clunky Controls and QTEs: Quick-time events can be frustrating, and some players have noted issues with camera angles and control responsiveness, leading to confusion during action sequences.
- Technical Issues: Some users reported crashes and installation problems, particularly on certain platforms like Steam Deck.
The features or elements that are missing from the game according to users
- Open-World Exploration: Players expressed a desire for more freedom to explore the game world rather than being confined to linear paths and small environments.
- Improved Dialogue Clarity: Some users found the dialogue choices could be misleading or unclear, leading to unintended outcomes in character relationships.
- Ultrawide Support: A lack of official support for ultrawide displays was noted, with players wishing for better compatibility without needing mods.
- More Action-Oriented Gameplay: While the focus on narrative is appreciated, some players wished for more dynamic gameplay elements to balance the storytelling.
Summary
- Overall, "Detroit: Become Human" is celebrated for its rich narrative and emotional engagement, despite some criticisms regarding gameplay mechanics and technical issues.
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GAMERS Score
Average score from 2649 votes. 785 players anticipated the game.
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Detroit: Become Human Summary
Platforms:
PC / Windows December 12, 2019
PlayStation 4 May 25, 2018
Developer: Quantic Dream
Publisher: Quantic Dream
Detroit: Become Human System Requirements
PC / Windows
Minimum: Intel Core i7-3770 3.4 GHz / AMD FX-8350 4.2 GHz, 8 GB RAM, graphic card 3 GB GeForce GTX 780 / Radeon HD 7950 or better, Windows 10 64-bit
Recommended: Intel Core i5-8400 2.8 GHz / AMD Ryzen 5 1600 3.2 GHz, 16 GB RAM, graphic card 6 GB GeForce GTX 1060 / 4 GB Radeon RX 580 or better, Windows 10 64-bit
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