Immortals: Fenyx Rising (PS5) - Review

Mythology Meets Mayhem in Ubisoft’s Lighthearted Adventure

Imagine if Assassin’s Creed Odyssey and Zelda: Breath of the Wild had a baby—and you’d land pretty close to Immortals: Fenyx Rising. Developed by the same Ubisoft Quebec team behind AC Odyssey, Fenyx Rising trades historical realism for stylized charm, offering an open-world action-adventure packed with humor, puzzles, and mythological flair.

A World Worth Exploring

Set in a vibrant, stylized version of ancient Greece, the game encourages exploration at every turn. Whether you're climbing towering god statues, gliding through dreamy skies, or diving into Tartarus Vaults, the world constantly rewards curiosity. Finding a hidden chest or solving a clever puzzle genuinely makes you feel smart—something not every game manages.

Brains and Brawn

Unlike its Assassin’s Creed sibling, Fenyx Rising leans hard into puzzle-solving and platforming. The challenges are often creative and rewarding, with some late-game and DLC puzzles getting downright wild. The mix of logic, timing, and precision platforming can get intense, but rarely feels unfair. Combat is fast, flashy, and surprisingly tough at times. With a mix of light/heavy attacks, godly powers, and a range of mythical enemies, there's enough variety to keep things interesting—even if it’s not super deep.

Style and Substance

Visually, the game goes for a dreamy, cartoonish aesthetic that sets it apart from Ubisoft’s AC games. It’s a bold choice that works, helping Fenyx Rising establish its own identity instead of feeling like a AC spin-off. Characters are funny and memorable, and the writing has a self-aware charm. The constant banter between narrators Zeus and Prometheus gives the game a light, comedic tone—especially fun if you’re familiar with Greek mythology.

Immortals: Fenyx Rising doesn’t reinvent the open-world formula, but it remixes it into something that feels fresh, clever, and fun. Perfect for players who enjoy mythological settings, tricky puzzles, and a lighter tone with their epic quests. A delightful adventure that wears its influences proudly while still carving out its own space.

Final Rating: 9/10

Pros

• Genuinely clever and fun puzzles

• Bright, stylized world that pops

• Fast, satisfying combat

• Exploration is rewarding and well-paced

• Light, humorous tone with great writing

Cons

• Platforming challenges can get frustrating, especially in DLC

• Story is fun but not super memorable

Bottom line

A clever, charming mythological adventure that rewards curiosity and doesn’t take itself too seriously.