Action · 2011
Shadow of the Colossus (2011)
PlayStation 2 classic that never made it out of the Sony game system. An eerie and surreal tale about sacrifice and cruelty that the world contains. Play as Wander -- young warrior that roams vast and hollow game universe that’s surrounded by sharp cliffs and endless water. He is on the mission to kill 16 gargantuan…
Key facts
- Released
- 22 September 2011
- Genre
- Action
- Length
- ≈ 3 h to beat
- Game modes
- Solo
- Platforms
- PlayStation
- Studio
- Sony Interactive Entertainment
- Critics
- Metacritic 91
Why play it
- Metacritic 91 — critics loved it
- "Action" vibe
- Just right for a weekend
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to beat Shadow of the Colossus (2011)?
Expect about 3 hours to reach the end (average reported by players).
Can you play Shadow of the Colossus (2011) with friends?
No, Shadow of the Colossus (2011) is a single-player experience.
What platforms is Shadow of the Colossus (2011) on?
Shadow of the Colossus (2011) is available on PlayStation.
Is Shadow of the Colossus (2011) a good game?
Critics give it Metacritic 91.
What games are like Shadow of the Colossus (2011)?
In the same spirit: Oddworld: Abe's Exoddus, Oddworld: Abe's Oddysee and Shin Megami Tensei: Persona 4.



