Jim Hargreaves
TheSixthAxisMonster Of The Deep: Final Fantasy XV Review
Published 12/13/2017
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PS4 / PSVR - 11/21/2017
Monster of the Deep: Final Fantasy XV
The acclaimed fishing feature of FINAL FANTASY XV has been revamped and revitalized for PlayStationVR. Join Noctis, Ignis, Prompto, Gladio, and other familiar faces in a picturesque virtual reality backdrop en route to a thrilling encounter with the menace that lurks in the depths. Dive into the story mode for an exhilarating, action-packed showdown with the notorious Monster of the Deep, or take in the sights, sounds, and scenery of FINAL FANTASY XV as you kick back and cast off in the free fishing mode. Bounties and tournaments offer fresh new challenges as you customize your rods, reels, and lures to catch the big one!
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- Square Enix Business Division 2
- Publisher
- Square Enix
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Critic avg
69
14 scored reviews
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30–85
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The critic average is 69 across 14 scored reviews, with a 55-point spread. Critics are far apart on this one.
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Most scored reviews currently sit in the 80–89 band.
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Sean Warhurst
ImpulsegamerFFXV: Monster of the Deep PSVR Review
Published 12/9/2017
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70
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Read originalAlbert Lichi
Cubed3Monster of the Deep: Final Fantasy XV (PlayStation 4) Review
Published 12/7/2017
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80
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Read originalMelanie Emile
CGMagazineMonster of the Deep: Final Fantasy XV (PSVR) Review: Not-So-Deep Fishing Sim
Published 12/4/2017
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70
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Read originalSammy Barker
Push SquareReview: Monster of the Deep: Final Fantasy XV (PS4)
Published 11/28/2017
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70
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Read originalMatt Sainsbury
Digitally DownloadedReview: Monster of the Deep: Final Fantasy XV (Sony PlayStation 4)
Published 11/24/2017
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80
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Read originalBranden Johnson
COGconnectedMonster of the Deep: Final Fantasy XV Review – Far From Meaty But Still Delightful
Published 11/22/2017
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82
+13 vs critic avg
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Read originalHayes Madsen
TwinfiniteMonster of the Deep: Final Fantasy XV Review
Published 11/21/2017
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70
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Read originalStephanie Chan
GamesBeatMonster of the Deep: Final Fantasy XV review — not worth the gil
Published 11/21/2017
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55
-14 vs critic avg
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Read originalJason Faulkner
Game RevolutionMonster of the Deep: Final Fantasy XV Review – Catch and Release
Published 11/20/2017
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60
-9 vs critic avg
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