Deus Ex: Game of the Year Edition

It is a very good game, but oh my lord, the amount of issues and bugs are crazy

A very fun, thought provoking and prescient role-playing game that really does outshine games coming out today.
Combat can be approached and taken however way you want it to go. Nothing survives a rocket to the face, tranquilizer darts can knockout the shmucks that you first face but the G-men later on can be turned into paste with an energy sword. Doors can be opened, torn down with a crowbar, said energy sword or outright blown off their hinges with a rocket or grenade. You can throw objects at those foolish enough to be anywhere near you at terminal velocity, turning them into a shower of blood. Or if you have a conscience you may knock out guards by sneaking up behind them and give them the Thief blackjack treatment. You may also adopt a more traditional methodology and use the pistol, shotgun, assault rifle or sniper, all assorted with different ammunition types and attachments.

The skill system encourages both exploration to get as many points as possible per level, as well as multiple playthroughs to give each weapon type and its associated tactics a chance to shine.

As you progress the world reacts to the actions that you may or may not have taken. For a 25 year old game the NPCs got under my skin when they were peeved out that I didn’t do exactly as they had asked with their reprimands. Making me want to give the level another go to see what would be different.

There are many secret areas, and parts of the world that are completely unrelated to the main story, this is in spite of the limitations of the game, having to load individual maps. The developers crammed every corner and cranny chock full of things for the player to do, NPCs to interact with, basketballs to shoot into hoops, and so on and so forth.

I am a large fan of the graphics and principal design of the game. The character models have had an extraordinary amount of care put into them, no matter if it’s JC or a one off NPC. Enemies become more and more futuristic as the stakes are raised and the darkness of the future bares its teeth. Hong Kong’s vibrant neon alleys, Paris’ desolate and oppressed apartment blocks, Ellis Island, Hell’s Kitchen and LaGuardia airport resound a world oppressed by the technology that promised its freedom. This is all accompanied by a mellifluous soundtrack, which I will refrain from describing as to let you look forward to it.

The only shortcoming of the game is that there isn’t more of it. The sequel could not live up to the exalted status of the original, nor has any game within the same vein yet to have come close to it. Art is subjective but the art that is praised the most is the best. This is the video game equivalent of the Mona Lisa.
Play it now before the rest of this game’s predictions become true.

Un juego excelente tanto en jugabilidad como en narrativa, todo está perfectamente logrado. Lo único negativo es su sistema de apuntado arcaico, pero se le perdona por ser un título del año 2000.

although it is not open world, the world you can explore is huge. There is a big influence of your decisions in the development of the story and in the outcome. Try to wander about, explore, see all things there are to interact with. It is definitely worth playing from beginning to end.

Great, it's an exercise in avoiding combat. Stealth isn't straightforward, it actually requires that you learn patterns & explore, no vents every other room. Those that exist don't stick out & aren't linear like in Human Revolution. Quite the opposite, they use darkness & mazes to make the player work for big wins. You can throw objects or fire tranq darts to distract guards, everything's a tool.

88/100

An all-time classic that lives up to the hype

• An engaging narrative with very good pacing
  
• Great voice-acting
  
• A stealth focused shooting mechanic that will force you to take the tactical approach more often than not
  

• It is easy to avoid detection by enemy AI and the difficulty settings only determine how much damage you will take.
  I recommend playing on Realistic difficulty
  
[*]Some tinkering will be required for this game to work properly on modern hardware
I recommend the Kentie launcher https://kentie.net/article/dxguide/

Finally got to play this game for the first time and my god, such a good game. I love the immersive sim genre and always felt bad I had never played this before when I was exploring this genre. I did have to get the Kentie launcher and Dx10 fix to get it running smoothly and in full screen but that was super simple.

If the age of the game is holding you back from playing this. Trust! If you enjoy this genre, you will probably end up liking this game. I went through all 3 of the endings and think my playthrough was around 18 hours so not a super long game at all and I did explore the maps somewhat. I do wish you could level up your skills higher but just like Vampire Bloodlies, you have to pick what you really want to specialize in or me somewhat okay in most things. Can't wait to dive into the rest of this franchise!

100 Backlog Games of 2025 Challenge: 13/100

the game is about how the free market will worsen the lives of everyone who isn't rich, the main antagonist is a billionaire, the people who help/enlighten JC are rather apart of a left wing militia (NSF) or are racial minorities (i.e. Jaime Reyes, Leo Gold, Tracer Tong, etc.).

No idea why chuds think this game agrees with their ideology.

No need to read reviews, just go ahead and play it. Deus Ex isn’t just a game, it’s a labyrinth of choice, deception, and control, where every decision shapes a dystopian future close to our own. It’s a blend of AI, politics, and philosophy.

Should've called it Deus Ex: Game of the Millennium Edition

I really liked the shooting mechanic in this game. You have to stand still for the crosshair to shrink, and it's very satisfying to pop some headshots like that. it also becomes impossible to run and gun, because enemies can shoot much more accurately. I find it strange that no other (stealth) game seems to have copied this mechanic.

As many have said, there's lots of freedom in how you approach each situation. hack camera's and turn turrets against your enemies, turn off alarms and sneak past, use mines, snipe from a distance, crouch from behind and knife them, or just shoot a rocket to their face if you see no other way, or simply to blow up enemies for fun.

There's also loot everywhere, ammo, health, hacking tools, etc. that rewards exploration. The only negative is that the environment feels kinda empty. In that first mission with the statue of liberty, it's just a dark, flat green patch with some boxes and enemies here and there.

I was super excited that there was a mission in Hong Kong. But then a little disappointed, because nobody speaks Cantonese, except for those couple of guys in the hideout saying um goi jie guo, which is both misspelled and mispronounced. Some of the Chinese text on signboards is mirrored. What can you expect though, it was 2000 when this game came out.

Every time I start the game I always stick around to listen to the main theme. It really is that good. Fundamentally it's an epic futuristic song, but there's also some musical comedy in it. I mean, I only noticed after I listened to some covers, but the main melody seems to have a hole in it after the 5th note due to how soft it plays the next one, and a lot of phrases end in a very loud and high note like it's making fun of itself. It suits the character of the game very well. While the game deals with controversial real world issues, it also has some funny, maybe satirical moments in it.

This game really deserves a remake. Its scathing social critique is just as relevant today as it was back then.

cool old fashioned game. I think i needed a mod to get it to run better on windows 11 but I cannot recall.
Kind of like an RPG where your character gets better as the numbers go up so it feels like every playthrough could be quite different. Pretty tough though.

One of the greatest games of all time and my personal favorite. It's clunky and dated but you absolutely should play it. Just don't start with Revision for a first playthrough, it's well made but swathes of the game are virtually unrecognizable.

Deus Ex (2000) Review (8.5/10)
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Arguably being one of the most influential games of all time, Deus Ex manages to blend multiple genres seamlessly into one amazing package that's a must-play for fans of the immersive-sim genre.

[WARNING]

THIS GAME REQUIRES THE FOLLOWING PATCHES TO WORK ON MODERN MACHINES!!!

Kenties Launcher: https://kentie.net/article/dxguide/ (drag and drop into the system folder)
Direct3D10 Renderer: https://kentie.net/article/d3d10drv/ (drag and drop into the system folder)

(OPTIONAL)
Deus Ex Map Patch: https://www.dxm.be/navigator.php5?lang=en&content=202 (overwrite the maps folder in the root folder)

I'll be honest, it took me four tries to actually get far enough to enjoy this game. Lots of great reviews means nothing next to actually playing it. It's an older game that doesn't hold your hand, and I loved it! It took a while to get used to the controls, the inventory system, and the character progression, but once you get that down, it's a fun ride to go on.

Played this game as someone who has never played any of the games in the series. It is old and does show it's age in some places, but even playing it 25 years later completely new to it, it is still really fun.

As many others have said by now, you can approach each level in multiple different ways. If your skills aren't up to par in one area, you can beat the level another way with your build. I have heard people say the shooting isn't great, but I think it should be approached as an RPG first: if you have no levels in guns, you aren't going to shoot well with them. Saying that, the gunplay in this is unique to it and is not janky or aged out in my opinion.

The voice acting isn't great much of the time, but that doesn't detract from the game. The story is fun and the fact you can trivialize entire boss fights by being clever or getting information from other characters in the world makes the game feel like it reacts to you. There are characters I didn't save that I didn't know you could and ones I did save that many people didn't.

The overall feeling/atmosphere of the game is phenomenal. The soundtrack kicks ass and may be one of the strongest parts of the game. Other reviewers have mentioned it feels very Y2K and I think that's a positive here.

The only thing that really does detract from it is I had to run it with compatibility mods, but there's a zip of them you can get and it was very easy to install. Also, make sure you bind quicksave/quickload, I don't believe it saves after each level (and they tend to be longer anyway). For about 20-30 hours of gameplay in a playthrough, seven bucks (one on sale) is pretty cheap.

a piece of thousands of childhoods. every real gamer needs to play through this game. the graphics and controls are a bit outdated, but it doesn't matter at all. one of the greatest stories ever told. you should play it for the soundtrack alone.

Masterpiece of a first person RPG, one of the best games ever made. Lots of freedom in how you can approach pretty much any situation. You can go through missions however you want with all the different tools, skills, augmentations, and environmental setpieces available, and it just works. Absolutely incredible visuals and music that create an unforgettable atmosphere. Story is fantastic too with how detailed it is and how it explores various things like freedom, the consolidation and corruption of power, and trust. It's a one-of-a-kind experience.

Finally played this classic and man oh man It does live up to it's reputation.
I just loved the grim and dark, but also immersive atmosphere, from the first mission onward it's like you are really living in this world. The storyline itself is great and captivating but Deus Ex also does a perfect job at telling it's story through the levels you traverse, the graphics also play a great role at doing just that, they may be simple but they make the most of them, creating stunning and instantly believeable locations. The levels are so varied and have so many ways you can approach a goal, it's crazy. The OST is also one of the best I've heard in a videogame period. Only negative thing I could say is that, obviously, the game's old as hell. So, it does need some help to run on modern systems. Also,the ending to the game feels somewhat abrupt, the game has immense buildup and it all concludes in a logical way, it's just that the endings are like 20 seconds.But overall, fantastic game. 9,5/10

Deus Ex still stands the test of time, though not through its mechanical shine. This game has aged quite a bit and is a hurdle to jump through considering that I have only played modern immersive sim style games. Where Deus Ex stands head and shoulders above even modern games comes from the complete customization of JC Denton's kit and the shocking amount of detail in a 3D environment at the turn of the millennium. Not just that, but most of the environment is completely interactive in realistic ways, there is never one way to complete an objective. This is one of the cheekiest and most interesting games I have ever played.

I played the entire game (took about 27 hours with all endings) using the Revision Mod as a launcher. (I turned off all the extra stuff) Absolutely amazing game. Soundtrack is legendary, skill system makes sense and is balanced, guns are cool, explosives and stealth are fun, and story line is engaging. Would recommend to anyone. Just remember to always choose the GEP Gun

I mean it's alright like
Game is 25 years old, cannot ask too much i guess
Max resolution is 1600x900 or something like that.

---{ Graphics }---
☐ You forget what reality is
☐ Beautiful
☐ Good
☐ Decent
☑ Bad
☐ Don‘t look too long at it
☐ MS-DOS

---{ Gameplay }---
☐ Very good
☐ Good
☑ It's just gameplay
☐ Mehh
☐ Watch paint dry instead
☐ Just don't

---{ Audio }---
☐ Eargasm
☐ Very good
☐ Good
☑ Not too bad
☐ Bad
☐ I'm now deaf

---{ Audience }---
☐ Kids
☑ Teens
☑ Adults
☐ Grandma

---{ PC Requirements }---
☑ Check if you can run paint
☐ Potato
☐ Decent
☐ Fast
☐ Rich boi
☐ Ask NASA if they have a spare computer

---{ Game Size }---
☑ Floppy Disk
☐ Old Fashioned
☐ Workable
☐ Big
☐ Will eat 10% of your 1TB hard drive
☐ You will want an entire hard drive to hold it
☐ You will need to invest in a black hole to hold all the data

---{ Difficulty }---
☐ Just press 'W'
☐ Easy
☐ Easy to learn / Hard to master
☑ Significant brain usage
☐ Difficult
☐ Dark Souls

---{ Grind }---
☑ Nothing to grind
☐ Only if u care about leaderboards/ranks
☐ Isn't necessary to progress
☐ Average grind level
☐ Too much grind
☐ You'll need a second life for grinding

---{ Story }---
☐ No Story
☐ Some lore
☑ Average
☐ Good
☐ Lovely
☐ It'll replace your life

---{ Game Time }---
☐ Long enough for a cup of coffee
☐ Short
☑ Average
☐ Long
☐ To infinity and beyond

---{ Price }---
☐ It's free!
☐ Worth the price
☑ If it's on sale
☐ If u have some spare money left
☐ Not recommended
☐ You could also just burn your money

---{ Bugs }---
☑ Never heard of
☐ Minor bugs
☐ Can get annoying
☐ ARK: Survival Evolved
☐ The game itself is a big terrarium for bugs

---{ ? / 10 }---
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☐ 10

I am normally not into RPG FPS games, but my god this game is completely amazing, one of the best games I ever played, it's writting is amazing, it's gameplay is also amazing, it's just a stellar game.

It's Deus Ex
It's the GOAT
It's the greatest game ever that no one needs to buy because we essentially live in it

Also The Matrix and Inception are the last movies that really made me think

This game is clearly one of the greatest games of all time but I know you have heard that before.

Deus Ex's story is superb, it possess every conspiracy you could want or need, exposing you to the fun pulp theories like aliens and genetic modification and then hits you with the realist speech on the corporate consolidation of government power.

Don't let the outdated graphics the all around atmosphere is just as great thanks to the art direction, it's grimy, dirty and raw but also futuristic. New York is a complete cesspit where sleazy goons run rampant and there is a homeless person in every crevice but also robots and cyborgs casually amongst the filth. The moody techno music suits it perfectly.

Gameplay wise it's core is excellent, clunky a tad but that is to be expected and endured due to it's age.
It allows you to play in a multitude of ways from violent to stealthily, it especially rewards the gamers who can think critically.

The dialogue is all quotable and the voice acting is either competent or hammy making for a easily entertaining time.

The game Deus Ex is an 10/10 experience that is comically cheap, I bought while it was on sale for 0.97 CENTS!
You will however need to download fixes for it since it ships broken but many guides are around.

TLDR: I beg you to please buy Deus Ex it's just so amazing.

One of the best games ever created. I've always been fascinated by conspiracy theories, and Deus Ex's plot and atmosphere read like Alex Jones' personal fantasy of secret agents fighting the Deep State, complete with Men in Black, the Illuminati, Area 51, and long winded meditations on trade deals. That being said, many of the themes of Deus Ex end up being relevant to actual real world events in the 21st century (advanced AI programs, global pandemics, technocrats, etc). Sure, the game's gameplay is definitely dated, but I found myself barely noticing how dated it was with how immersive the game is.

player choice has a huge impact on story and mission content as you play. puts more modern rpg to shame

Often hailed as the perfect game, it's the world's greatest conspiracy simulator. Jokes aside, it's a joy to play and you owe it to yourself to play it.

Clunky, with dated graphics? Oh yes, it is.

It is also a masterpiece, the gold standard for first-person RPGs, and a masterclass in level design. Gameplay, story, worldbuilding... it set the bar so high, most games cannot even see it. The amazing soundtrack is a nice bonus.

This game is listed as having full controller support, which was a major factor in deciding to buy it.
The game does not support a controller.

By far the best game I have played. The gameplay alone is phenomenal and extremely engaging, but the story pushes the experience to the next level.

"Deus Ex" is a cyberpunk masterpiece that seamlessly blends RPG elements, stealth mechanics, and a richly woven narrative.
One of the standout aspects of the game is its unforgettable soundtrack.
The music captures the moody, futuristic essence of the game's world.
Whether you’re sneaking through the grimy alleys of Hell’s Kitchen or navigating the shadowy depths of UNATCO HQ, the soundtrack complements every moment with atmospheric synths and haunting melodies.
It’s rare for a game to achieve such synergy between its audio and gameplay, but "Deus Ex" nails it, creating an auditory backdrop that enhances the player’s immersion.
Speaking of immersion, the stealth mechanics in "Deus Ex" are a masterclass in player choice.
Unlike many of its contemporaries, the game allows you to approach missions with an unparalleled level of freedom.
Want to sneak past guards, disabling cameras and turrets along the way?
Go for it!
Prefer a more direct approach, using a combination of firepower and tactical maneuvering?
That’s an option too.
The game's design rewards creativity, making each playthrough feel unique.
The augmentations (or "augs") add another layer of depth to the gameplay.
As JC Denton, a mechanically augmented agent, you can customize your abilities to suit your preferred playstyle.
From enhanced vision and cloaking to improved hacking and strength, the augmentations not only provide practical gameplay advantages but also reinforce the feeling of being part of a high-tech cyberpunk universe.
The way these enhancements are integrated into the story and mechanics is a testament to the game’s forward-thinking design.
While some aspects of "Deus Ex" have aged, the graphics and character animations, for instance, the core gameplay and storytelling remain as engaging as ever.
The game’s themes of conspiracy, surveillance, and the ethical dilemmas of technology feel even more relevant today than they did at the dawn of the new millennium.
In conclusion, "Deus Ex" is more than just a game; it’s a landmark achievement in interactive storytelling.
Its exceptional soundtrack, versatile stealth mechanics, and innovative use of augmentations combine to create an experience that stands the test of time.
For those who haven’t played it, "Deus Ex" is a must-try.
And for those who have, it’s always worth revisiting to uncover new layers of its intricate design.

This is my first time playing the game on PC, I've only played it on PS2. There is a lot more to the game on PC and I'm glad I got to experience the PC version! Better graphics, and it feels more immersive. I've been playing the game since 2004 now :) Great story line, hilarious characters, and just a great game play experience! I really hope they re-make this game.

[b] One of most Redpilled game ever in the gaming history as well the first cyberpunk game set in a futuristic era, this given the origins of all great Deus Ex games who come later

of course a very great game with a great lore, the only problem is that game is super outdated and the lightning quality is very bad, you will need mods and a upgrade render for Direct 10 but that's none problem for work well in that way

There's mod called Revision that you can try though has still some problems for it

Talking about the real points of game, this is really a game very different at which predicated very well what gonna happen in the future at which i do believe in it since conspiracy theories at which become reality nowadays

fun even tho i only started it recently the introduction is smooth and tells you what you need to know for the rest of the game when it comes to the mechanics

Spoiler Free review.
I played Deus Ex Transcended (free QOL mod) instead of the GOTY edition so keep that in mind.
And no nostalgia goggles here as I've never played it before.

First things first, the gameplay holds up to this day. It never once gave me a feeling of "ugh this was made 25 years ago the controls are so clunky the enemy placement is so bad". It held up really well against the test of time. Hell I'd say Deus Ex HR (2011) was more clunky than this. And I think a big part of that was the quicksave/load buttons. You can instantly quickload/quicksave if you wanna try something and that was really helpful throughout the beginning when you're still learning the game.

And I think a lot of newer players are thrown a curve ball when they first start this game up.
This is the supposed game with 6 gorillion options to get the job done tons of secret routes etc etc.
But then your first mission is taking place in a completely open field with no real cover or hints on what to do.
The mission is tedious and boring. But once you get past that initial open field into the statue the game slowly opens up to you.
So all I can say is if this is your first time playing Deus Ex just endure the first mission. It gets a lot better afterwards.

It is an old game, the graphics are dated, but if you can see past that it's a really great game that can keep you occupied for +20 hours give or take.

It costs roughly $1 on sale but I recommend it at full price.

We have grown, but there is still much to be done. Many live in the darkness that must be shown the way. For it is the dawning of a new day.

Why are you locked in the bathroom and still haven’t played this game yet? Come on, it goes for ONE dollar on sales. It’s a steal

This just became my second favorite turn-of-the-century government cover-up simulator. I think Gordon and Denton would be best buds.

One of the all time greats. Gameplay still holds up, and the modding community has fixed any of the few issues it had

One of the best late 90s / early 00s cyberpunk video games of all time.

Set in a grim, dystopian cyberpunk world during a global pandemic,
the story highlights philosophical questions about the nature of humanity, the role of technology in modern world, the social structure influencing the actions of people, the rationale behind religious beliefs or the thin line between perceived truth and propaganda. I'm not gonna spoil more than that.

The artstyle is stunning, even with the dated graphics. Every location has it's own "vibe". Hong Kong especially feels extremely colorful in contrast to the otherwise disease ridden world.

The soundtrack is a timeless classic. The ambience, club techno songs, the way the ambient shifts from a calm melody to a charged, dynamic music when the player enters combat heightens the tension in such a good way.
The OST is just very good and fits the world perfectly.

The gameplay unfortunately feels clunky when compared to modern fps but it's definitely still worth playing.
It's THE GAME for nostalgic "The Matrix" and "Serial Experiments Lain" schizo fans. The atmosphere of the game is truly unique.
Seriously, just play it...

only at mission 4, but I don't believe that my opinion is gonna change much.
Graphics do NOT hold up, at least 90% of the time, but the game makes up to that in: game mechanics, art style, story, level design and the variety of options you have to approach any situation, and ofc music.
Only thing I hope for is a new game for this franchise, since immersive sims are kinda popular again.
There is some jank in at least stealth and enemy AI though, which can be expected from an almost 25 year old game.
9,3/10 Best immersive sim, I can throw gas grenades at children, tase them and use lethal force if necessary.

This game introduced my to the concept of human augmentation and forever changed my view on the limits of the human body and fascinated me by the prospect of improving those limits.

I got this game for free initially in a demo disc of PCGamer magazine. Deus Ex jumped out to me in my adolescence. It was revolutionary in every way. Unique game play, RPG customization elements in a shooter, fascinating story and environment. I still have my folder that I've managed to keep of all the multiplayer maps I ripped from the game's cache after playing countless rounds online. Maybe it's nostalgia, but this game still holds up for me and is still a ton of fun to play.

Amazing game must play for the lovers of immersive Sim also install the required launcher for the best experience

One of the best games of all time. I did my first playthrough of this game in 2024 and the game holds up still to this game. The story is one of the best and had me on the edge of my seat. This game is seriously perfect.

It's fine. It makes me more impressed with Human Revolution. That game was a very good and faithful followup to the original. I recommend that one over this one even, and I usually prefer old games.

One of the all time great games. A noir conspiracy thriller that combines elements of shooters, stealth and role playing.

I bounced off Deus Ex several times over the years. Many times I have started it, played most of the first level, and then stopped, because the game is ugly, the levels are too dark to see properly, enemies don't show impact from getting shot, the aiming reticule is enormous and only shrinks when you are perfectly still, the stealth is bad, and the first level is especially flat and bland.

But a couple of weeks ago it clicked. Deus Ex is amazing. Because of the tone, and the unique gameplay.

The atmosphere is built on excellent music, which perfectly captures the mood. The writing is some of the best I have encountered in games. Even relatively minor characters like your doctor Jaime Reyes, or Sam Carter the ex-army weapons shop guy have so much specificity and life to them. They feel engaging and fun.

The gameplay is unique because it lets you do what you want. You don't get a quest marker. You get a blackberry, essentially, with a map that you use yourself, and a notes app that you can add to yourself. You can stealth past enemies, or kill them all, or hack turrets to kill them. You have a lot of tools and you can use them in every level. It's the opposite of playing a mission in Red Dead Redemption II where you leave your companion to go chase a bird and immediately get a "game over". I could kill a main character early, and the game allowed it, and other characters remarked on it.

You don't play Deus Ex for the gunplay or the stealth. You play it for the atmosphere, the characters, and the inventive problem-solving it encourages.

Classic game. Still great in 2024.

I played the heck out of this game back when CDs were a thing, and I can't recommend it enough. The RPG elements, the story, the soundtrack! This game had the best production values, and the game play still holds up (yes, the models are ugly now but in the Ancient Times this was gorgeous). A true 3D adventure, I find a new secret every time I play through the (ridiculously huge) story. Treat yourself to a classic.

If you manage to get the game running properly on your system, it is still a bit yank-yank, but it is the great classic immersive-sim gameplay! With an even better story/plot and world. Music is good and never skip the part where you go for drinks with the bosses, its amazingly funny how they just keep giving you bottles of expensive wine if you interact with them! cyberpunk time! IT'S NOT ADVISABLE FOR TOURISTS TO VISIT THE CANALS AT NIGHT.

An excellent first-person rpg with an incredible soundtrack and gameplay that still holds up to this day.

probably the best buck i will have ever spent in my life. that game is the closest definition to everything. And also perfection. 12/10