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Returnal

Third-Person Shooter
Systems
Top Critic Avg: 86 /100 Critics Rec: 89%
Released
April 30, 2021
ESRB
T for Teen: Blood, Mild Language, Violence
Developer(s)
Housemarque
Publisher(s)
Sony
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WHERE TO PLAY

SUBSCRIPTION
DIGITAL
PHYSICAL

Break the cycle of chaos on an always-changing alien planet. After crash-landing on this shape-shifting world, Selene must search through the barren landscape of an ancient civilization for her escape. Isolated and alone, she finds herself fighting tooth and nail for survival. Again and again, she’s defeated – forced to restart her journey every time she dies.

Through relentless roguelike gameplay, you’ll discover that just as the planet changes with every cycle, so do the items at your disposal. Every loop offers new combinations, forcing you to push your boundaries and approach combat with a different strategy each time.

Brought to life by stunning visual effects, the dark beauty of the decaying world around you is packed with explosive surprises. From high stakes, bullet hell-fueled combat, to visceral twists and turns through stark and contrasting environments. You’ll explore, discover and fight your way through an unforgiving journey, where mystery stalks your every move.

Designed for extreme replayability, the procedural world of Returnal invites you to dust yourself off in the face of defeat and take on new, evolving challenges with every rebirth.

Genre(s)
Third-Person Shooter
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Returnal Fans Can Pick Up Some of Housemarque's Earlier Games for Dirt Cheap Right Now

Many of Returnal developer Housemarque's previous games are currently on sale on the PlayStation Store at greatly reduced prices.

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Returnal Is Already Getting Review Bombed [UPDATE]

Housemarque's Returnal appears to be getting review bombed after launch, primarily following criticisms regarding its difficulty and bugs.

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Returnal Developer Hints at New Save Feature

Returnal developer Housemarque plans to give the game a new save feature in response to player complaints about the current one.

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Returnal Developers Release Long Blog Post Ahead of Launch

Housemarque's co-founder releases a lengthy blog post about the studio's PlayStation 5 action-horror roguelike Returnal on the day before release.

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PS5 Exclusive Returnal Save System is Unforgiving

News about Returnal's save mechanic causes some players to discuss whether or not it is too punishing due to the roguelike's lengthy runs.

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Returnal Review Roundup

Critics have been able to give their thoughts on Housemarque's PS5-exclusive, Returnal, and here is a roundup of several critics' reviews.

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Returnal Launch Trailer Sets Up Time Bending Action

Returnal’s final trailer arrives, and it shows off the game’s fast-paced action sequences while also spotlighting the main story’s time loop.

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Returnal Trailer Focuses on the Roster of Enemies Players Will Encounter in the Game

Housemarque reveals more of its sci-fi roguelike Returnal, highlighting the PlayStation 5 exclusive's roster of intimidating alien enemies.

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Returnal Trailer Shows New Gameplay and Details Story Loop

Sci-fi psychological horror game Returnal gets yet another gameplay trailer that provides more details about the mysterious time loop on Atropos.

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PS5 Exclusive Returnal Has Gone Gold

Returnal has officially gone gold, with Housemarque celebrating the game's completion ahead of its upcoming debut on April 30.

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New Returnal Story Trailer Has Serious Horror Vibes

A new story trailer for Returnal releases, and the footage depicts several horror elements alongside more of its intense, fast-paced gameplay.