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Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy

Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy

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Release Date: October 26, 2021

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Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy is an action adventure game by Eidos Montreal studio telling the story of the Guardians of the Galaxy. We play as Peter "Star Lord" Quill and together with Rocket, Groot, Gamora and Drax we go on another crazy mission.

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8.2

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9.4

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7.4

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Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy is an action adventure game with RPG elements, based on the license of Guardians of the Galaxy brand owned by Marvel. It was developed by Eidos Montreal studio, which is known for such projects as Shadow of the Tomb Raider, and was published by Square Enix.

Plot

Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy takes us on a journey to the science fiction universe known from the comic book original. A few years ago the whole galaxy was shaken by a gigantic war, the effects of which are still felt today. As it turns out, however, its problems do not end there. As a result of a series of catastrophic events, another interplanetary crisis appeared.

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Platforms:

PC Windows

PC Windows

PlayStation 4

PlayStation 4

Xbox One

Xbox One

Nintendo Switch

Nintendo Switch

PlayStation 5

PlayStation 5

Xbox Series X/S

Xbox Series X/S

Developer: Eidos Montreal

Publisher: Square Enix

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Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy Review: Brilliant Banter

With an original cast and storyline, the video game version of Guardians of the Galaxy rivals that of the movies. But what parts of it are cinematic and where does it fall short? Read our review.

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Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy Review: Brilliant Banter
Reviewed by:
Giancarlo Saldana
Reviewed on:
PlayStation 5 PlayStation 5
Review date:
October 29, 2021
guide

Last Update: November 9, 2021

Guardians of the Galaxy Guide

Guardians of the Galaxy game guide contains a full walkthrough, Beginner's Guide, best tips for puzzles, boss fights, abilities. We describe all trophies, important choices, locations of Guardians of the Galaxy outfits, archives and collectibles/secrets.

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System Requirements

System Requirements for Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy Video Game:

PC Windows

PC / Windows

Minimum System Requirements:
Intel Core i5-4460 3.2 GHz / AMD Ryzen 5 1400 3.2 GHz, 8 GB RAM, graphic card 3 GB GeForce GTX 1060 / 4 GB Radeon RX 570 or better, 80 GB HDD, Windows 10 64-bit.

Recommended System Requirements:
Intel Core i7-4790 3.6 GHz / AMD Ryzen 5 1600 3.2 GHz, 16 GB RAM, graphic card 6 GB GeForce GTX 1660 Super / 8 GB Radeon RX 590 or better, 80 GB HDD, Windows 10 64-bit.

Ultra System Requirements:
(4K + ray tracing) Intel Core i7-10700 2.9 GHz / AMD Ryzen 7 3700X 3.6 GHz, 16 GB RAM, graphic card 10 GB GeForce RTX 3080 or better, 80 GB HDD, Windows 10 64-bit.

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60 fps @ 1080p / 30 fps @ 4K

Microsoft Xbox Series X/S

Xbox Series X/S

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XSX: 60 fps @ 1080p / 30 fps @ 4K

Ratings

Game Ratings for Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy Video Game.

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ReviewMarvel's Guardians of the Galaxy

Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy Review: Brilliant Banter

With an original cast and storyline, the video game version of Guardians of the Galaxy rivals that of the movies. But what parts of it are cinematic and where does it fall short? Read our review.

Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy Review: Brilliant Banter
Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy Review: Brilliant Banter
Reviewed by:
Giancarlo Saldana
Reviewed on:
PlayStation 5 PlayStation 5
Review date:
October 29, 2021
8.2

OpenCritic Rating

Game is Recomended by 86% of Critics. There are 185 Critic Reviews.

OpenCritic

God is a Geek: 8 / 10 by Chris White

Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy is a bit rough around the edges, but it's so fun to play, with a well-written and exciting story.

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GameSpot: 7 / 10 by Jordan Ramée

Eidos-Montréal's Guardians of the Galaxy digs into the weird side of Marvel comics to deliver a fulfilling story about the titular heroes.

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PC Gamer: 70 / 100 by Luke Winkie

A surprisingly good time when you're not forced to reload your checkpoint after a game-breaking bug.

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94%

STEAM Score

All Reviews: Very Positive (30,255)

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The main pros of the game

  • Engaging Story and Characters: Many reviewers praised the game's narrative, character development, and humor, highlighting that the writing captures the essence of the Guardians' universe. The interactions between characters are noted as particularly entertaining, with a lot of witty dialogue.
  • Visuals and Audio: The graphics are described as beautiful, with good attention to detail, lighting, and textures. The soundtrack, featuring classic tunes, adds to the overall experience and is well-received by players.
  • Fun Gameplay Mechanics: Players enjoyed the combat mechanics, especially the ability to control other Guardians during battles, making for a chaotic yet entertaining experience. The "Huddle" mechanic was also appreciated for adding a unique element to combat.
  • Immersive Experience: The game is compared to a movie experience, with cinematic storytelling and direction that keeps players engaged throughout the gameplay.

The main cons of the game

  • Bugs and Technical Issues: Several s reported encountering minor bugs, including game-breaking glitches, audio issues, and visual stuttering. Some players noted having to restart from checkpoints due to these bugs.
  • Repetitive Combat: While the combat is generally fun, many reviewers mentioned that it can become monotonous over time, with a lack of enemy variety leading to repetitive encounters.
  • Cutscene and Quick-Time Events: Some players expressed frustration with the frequency of unskippable cutscenes and quick-time events, feeling that they detracted from the gameplay experience.
  • Limited Playable Characters: The fact that players can only control Star-Lord and not the other Guardians was a common point of criticism, with some wishing for more character variety in gameplay.

The features or elements that are missing from the game according to s

  • Manual Save Options: Players expressed a desire for manual saves and save slots, as the current autosave and checkpoint system can sometimes lead to lost progress or missed content.
  • More Depth in Combat: Some s felt that the combat system lacked depth and could benefit from additional mechanics to keep it varied and engaging throughout the game.
  • Improved Dialogue Management: There were complaints about overlapping dialogue during battles, which could be overwhelming and disrupt immersion.
  • Greater Exploration Freedom: A few s mentioned wanting more opportunities for exploration and backtracking to collect missed items or achievements.

Summary

  • Overall, Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy is well-received for its engaging story, character interactions, and visuals, but it does have its share of technical issues and gameplay limitations that some players found frustrating.

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