Deus Ex: Human Revolution

It really is amazing how well this game stood against the test of time. I recently went back to it and it's still beautiful, the mechanics are solid, and the exploration is fun. Does a great job at setting up the series. Even in 2026, it's still definitely worth a playthrough.

I would describe it as a shining gem hidden inside a dark cave. This stealth game feels inspired by Metal Gear Solid 4, especially with its stealth system and the smooth transition between first‑person and third‑person perspectives, which is excellent. The story and narrative are rather dark, but they reflect reality and borrow the RPG‑style dialogue system reminiscent of Mass Effect. It’s a great series that has been completely forgotten, which is a shame for such an ambitious title. For me, it deserves nothing less than a 10/10.

the game is great, probably one of the greatest games ever created, whatever i want to point at the dialogue system, particularly when you get in the argument with important people. it happens only a bunch of times, but EVERY single one of them is a piece of art. camera view changes to 1st person, the scene is directed and animated, and you get to choose one of three options for a few times and it MATTERS, because characters will react to what you say and the whole conversation will go to different direction. and every single one of those sections is memoriable. yes, you can get the CASI "helper" for those kind of situation that will help you and you even may choose to use your augmenation to get past those dialogues or get help with them. but even if the result will be the same, the consequence of the dialogue itself is different. for example: if you choose to use casi to get past your former colleague - he will not be happy with what you said to him, but if you chose not to use it, you MAY help him with words and the guy almost cries because the only thing he wanted to hear is that the past is not his fault. the guy will be greatful and won't try to kill you in the future. the hecking DIRECTION during imporant dialogues with characters, that adapt to what you say, change topics and you need to persuade them. this is the most uniquest thing i saw in gaming and no other game has ever done something like that. yeah, and the ambiance is great, combat music really reminds you that the composer once worked on splinter cell; atmosphere, setting, stakes - it's all there. truly a gem of gaming