ENSLAVED™: Odyssey to the West™ Premium Edition Reviews

You play as a white man on steroids named "Monkey" who is enslaved by a white women. great game

amazing game. very fun and cheap.

Not the most special game out there, but it’s still worth a try.

This game needs a remake, that's how good it is. was meant to play in my free time, but ended up being on the binge. Good memories were made.

Actively working on my backlog and finally knocked this one out. Very fun action adventure linear game.

Quite fun game. A little janky with some visual weirdness from time to time including the floor disappearing after alt tabbing. The camera is kind of annoying and not being able to explore areas and being locked out of going back quite frequently is a bit annoying when you need to collect all the orbs (especially when it doesn't save each collectible and sometimes you might miss some you already collected after dying or restarting the game). Would have been slightly less of a pain if the chapter select also split chapters into sections, but I guess they're not that long so it's not terrible. Overall though, I like the overgrown post apocalyptic style and the gameplay in general is quite fun, so the drawbacks weren't enough to be a big deal and ruin the game for me. As for the story, it was decent and made some kind of sense.. until the epilogue where nothing made any sense anymore so I made up my own ending :D

Great game that have good story and good character. The gameplay was perfect despite the old of the game and graphics. The music was fine for me but the platform and I like it so much with how you react quickly to finish the and fighting enemies. I like the idea for have Sun Wukong weapon and the cloud. I recommend 100% for giving this game chance to having fun end enjoying the time of entertainment. Hope to see another part of it.

Fun quirky game. Sound design could have used a little work. Dialog acting is also kind of minimal and the VO vol seemed low. Yet lots of character and style makes up for it. Simplified brawling combat is fun without being overly complex. 3rd person action. linear but interesting levels. Quite a few forgiving tombraider like environment climbing puzzles. Spectacle finishing moves are cool.

Even 15 years later after this game came out, it's still incredible. The graphics are gorgeous, especially for the time, the characters are endearing, and the combat is fairly standard and enjoyable. Exploration is a lot of fun, and while there are achievements for collecting everything in the game, the game keeps things you've already collected out of levels when you replay them, which is amazing for going back through to 100% them. Overall, I loved nearly everything about this game. The only slight negatives I can say is that the combat is pretty repetitive throughout the game and the humor after a certain character gets introduced gets a little juvenile from that point. Neither of these are huge negatives, and the combat is enjoyable to me, but they are things I would change slightly if I were in charge of it. Outside of that, if you enjoy action adventure games with a lot of combat and climbing mechanics, I would highly recommend this game, even to this day. It still looks amazing, plays great, and the story and characters are endearing. Loved it.

ENSLAVED™: Odyssey to the West is a game that feels like an underappreciated gem. Developed by Ninja Theory and loosely based on the classic Chinese novel Journey to the West, this 2010 action-adventure combines elements of post-apocalyptic storytelling with rich character development and a unique blend of platforming and combat. Set in a future ravaged by war, ENSLAVED introduces players to a world where humanity has been reduced to ruins and machines now dominate the landscape. The story follows two unlikely companions: Monkey, a tough but reluctant hero, and Trip, a smart and resourceful woman with a personal mission. Together, they embark on a journey across a decimated world, filled with robotic enemies and crumbling cities, as they attempt to escape the oppressive control of a sinister force. The game's narrative is its beating heart. Through compelling dialogue and strong character arcs, Monkey and Trip evolve from mere partners in survival to a complex, meaningful relationship. It’s not just about fighting robots—it’s about discovering humanity, forgiveness, and the will to survive in a broken world. At its core, ENSLAVED is an action-adventure game with a healthy mix of platforming, exploration, and combat. Monkey’s agility and strength make him a solid choice for jumping, climbing, and fighting through the game's beautiful yet dangerous environments. Combat is simple but effective, with a focus on fluidity and combos. It's not as deep or complex as some other action games, but it does offer satisfying, visceral battles against both human and mechanical foes. One of the standout features is the dynamic between Monkey and Trip. Trip may not be as physically powerful as Monkey, but her tech skills come into play during puzzle-solving and environmental challenges, giving the game an interesting cooperative dynamic even when you’re essentially solo. The visual design of ENSLAVED is breathtaking. The world is a juxtaposition of nature reclaiming what technology destroyed. Overgrown forests, crumbling cities, and futuristic structures create a beautifully bleak landscape. It’s a world that feels simultaneously ancient and futuristic, and the level design shows a great deal of creativity in how it brings that vision to life. Character design is also top-notch, especially with the facial animations and detailed expressions. Andy Serkis, famous for his motion-capture work, brings Monkey to life with authenticity, making the character’s emotional journey deeply engaging. The music, composed by the talented Nitin Sawhney, adds an emotional layer to the game. The soundtrack is a mix of subtle, atmospheric tones with more intense, epic scores during key moments. It blends beautifully with the environment and provides a fitting backdrop to the game’s somber and action-packed scenes. ENSLAVED™: Odyssey to the West is a beautifully crafted experience that fuses narrative depth, solid gameplay mechanics, and striking visuals. While the combat might not be as deep as some of its peers, the emotional journey and character-driven story make it a standout in the action-adventure genre. If you’re looking for a game that balances spectacle with a meaningful narrative, ENSLAVED is worth the journey. Rating: 8/10