Terrence Johnson
ZTGDValkyrie Elysium (PS5) Review – ZTGD
Published 11/14/2022
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PS4 / PC / PS5 - 9/29/2022
Valkyrie Elysium
A young Valkyrie who is entrusted with the fate of the world by the All-Father, the highest of gods and ruler of all creation, will face various enemies on her quest and must utilize a variety of weapons, magic and the power of her allies to prevent Ragnarok - the destruction of the world.
- Developer
- Square Enix Creative Business Unit IV, Soleil
- Publisher
- Square Enix
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Critic avg
59
12 scored reviews
Total coverage
12
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Score range
40–75
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Score range is 31+ points
Critic landscape
The critic average is 59 across 12 scored reviews, with a 35-point spread. Critics are far apart on this one.
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Most scored reviews currently sit in the Below 70 band.
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Kai Powell
WccftechValkyrie Elysium Review – Great Odin’s Raven!
Published 10/13/2022
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62
+3 vs critic avg
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Read originalHeidi Kemps
GameSpotValkyrie Elysium Review - Putting the "Mid" In Midgard
Published 10/12/2022
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50
-9 vs critic avg
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Read originalDeAngelo Epps
Digital TrendsValkyrie Elysium review: a cult-classic made average
Published 10/10/2022
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40
-19 vs critic avg
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Read originalDavid Carcasole
PlayStation UniverseValkyrie Elysium Review (PS5) - Ruined By The View - PlayStation Universe
Published 10/10/2022
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65
+6 vs critic avg
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Read originalAustin King
Screen RantValkyrie Elysium Review: Engaging Combat In A World Of Norse Myth
Published 10/4/2022
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70
+11 vs critic avg
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Read originalJohn Carson
IGNValkyrie Elysium Review
Published 10/4/2022
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60
+1 vs critic avg
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Read originalNicholas Tan
ShacknewsValkyrie Elysium review: Don't tempt the gods
Published 10/4/2022
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50
-9 vs critic avg
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Read originalEugene Sowah
Daily MirrorValkyrie Elysium review: An action-packed revival with thrilling combat mechanics
Published 10/3/2022
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60
+1 vs critic avg
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Read originalMark Steighner
COGconnectedValkyrie Elysium Review – Change is Good
Published 10/3/2022
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75
+16 vs critic avg
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