Z1: Battle Royale

GameSpot

Michael Higham·Aug 18, 2018

Critic65/100

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The PS4 version of H1Z1 Battle Royale provides a simple, streamlined experience with the thrills of the genre's high-stakes combat. Nothing more, nothing less. [OpenCritic note: Michael Higham separately reviewed the PC (6) and PS4 (7) versions. His scores have been averaged.]

IGN

David Jagneaux·Mar 10, 2018

Critic70/100

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H1Z1 checks all of the boxes needed to be a competent battle royale game, but in its main mode it lacks a distinctive sense of character. Without the realistic depth and modular weaponry of PUBG or the wacky base-building antics of Fortnite, its streamlined design rushes toward straightforward, fast-paced action instead and ends up being dull as often as it is exciting. The more interesting thing about H1Z1 is its innovative Auto Royale mode, which translates battle royale mechanics to vehicular combat in a way we haven't seen done better elsewhere.

Game Informer

Daniel Tack·Mar 7, 2018

Critic80/100

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With a variety of game modes, H1Z1 offers a solid battle royale experience with lots of customization unlocks