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{{Infobox video game
| title = Chorus
| image = Chorus game cover.jpg
| developer = [[Company:Fishlabs|Fishlabs]]{{efn|The game is co-developed with [[Company:Dambuster Studios|Dambuster Studios]].}}
| publisher = [[Company:Deep Silver|Deep Silver]]
| producer = 
| designer = 
| programmer = 
| artist = Kareem Leggett
| writer = 
| composer = Pedro Macedo Camacho
| series = 
| engine = [[Unreal Engine]]<ref name=" Unreal Engine Game Awards 2021">{{Cite web|title = Unreal Engine developers take center stage at The Game Awards 2021|author = Mat, Paget|work = Unreal Engine|date = December 13, 2021|access-date = January 3, 2022|url = https://www.unrealengine.com/en-US/blog/unreal-engine-developers-take-center-stage-at-the-game-awards-2021|archive-date = June 6, 2022|archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20220606154131/https://www.unrealengine.com/en-US/blog/unreal-engine-developers-take-center-stage-at-the-game-awards-2021|url-status = live}}</ref>
| platforms = {{Unbulleted list|[[Software:Microsoft Windows|Microsoft Windows]]|[[Engineering:PlayStation 4|PlayStation 4]]|[[Engineering:PlayStation 5|PlayStation 5]]|[[Software:Google Stadia|Stadia]]|[[Software:Amazon Luna|Luna]]|[[Engineering:Xbox One|Xbox One]]|Xbox Series X/S}}
| released = 3 December 2021
| genre = Space combat
| modes = Single-player
}}
'''''Chorus''''' is a 2021 space combat game developed by [[Company:Fishlabs|Fishlabs]] and published by [[Company:Deep Silver|Deep Silver]]. The game was released for [[Software:Amazon Luna|Luna]], [[Engineering:PlayStation 4|PlayStation 4]], [[Engineering:PlayStation 5|PlayStation 5]], [[Software:Google Stadia|Stadia]], [[Software:Microsoft Windows|Windows]], [[Engineering:Xbox One|Xbox One]], and [[Engineering:Xbox Series X and Series S|Xbox Series X/S]] on 3 December 2021.

''Chorus'' received generally positive reviews from critics and failed to meet the sales expectations of Embracer Group.

== Gameplay ==
''Chorus'' is a space combat video game played from a third-person perspective. The game's protagonist, Nara, pilots a sentient starcraft known as ''Forsaken''. ''Forsaken'' can be armed with a variety of weapons such as missile launchers, gatling guns and [[Physics:Laser|laser]] cannons. ''Forsaken'' also has three slots for mods, which can be used to alter the ship's performance in combat. The game is set in an [[Software:Open world|open world]], and the players can complete various optional quests. As Nara explores the world, she will encounter various ancient temples.<ref>{{cite magazine|url=https://www.gameinformer.com/preview/2021/09/23/chorus-looks-to-reinvent-the-space-shooter|title=Chorus Looks To Reinvent The Space Shooter|first=Ben|last=Reeves|magazine=Game Informer|date=September 23, 2021|accessdate=September 24, 2021|archive-date=September 23, 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210923214051/https://www.gameinformer.com/preview/2021/09/23/chorus-looks-to-reinvent-the-space-shooter|url-status=live}}</ref> Upon exploring these temples and solving puzzles, Nara will gain aether powers that grant her new combat abilities. For instance, the "Rite of the Hunt" ability allows ''Forsaken'' to warp directly behind enemies.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/chorus-is-an-exhilarating-space-combat-shooter-with-a-rhythm-all-its-own|title=Chorus is an exhilarating space combat shooter with a rhythm all its own|first=Katharine|last=Castle|work=Rock, Paper, Shotgun|date=September 23, 2021|accessdate=September 24, 2021|archive-date=September 23, 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210923202624/https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/chorus-is-an-exhilarating-space-combat-shooter-with-a-rhythm-all-its-own|url-status=live}}</ref>

== Synopsis ==
Nara (portrayed by Jess Chanliau, voiced by Cassie Bradley), a top pilot with a checkered past, and her sentient starfighter ''Forsaken'' must work together to defeat the Circle, an oppressive cult led by the Great Prophet who seeks to dominate the whole universe.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://news.xbox.com/en-us/2020/05/07/chorus-coming-to-xbox-series-x-in-2021/|title=Chorus, a New Space Combat Shooter, is Coming to Xbox Series X in 2021|first=Tobias|last=Severin|date=May 7, 2020|accessdate=September 24, 2021|archive-date=October 25, 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20211025180506/https://news.xbox.com/en-us/2020/05/07/chorus-coming-to-xbox-series-x-in-2021/|url-status=live}}</ref>

== Development ==
''Chorus'' was developed by [[Company:Fishlabs|Fishlabs]], which is most known for developing the ''[[Software:Galaxy on Fire|Galaxy on Fire]]'' series for mobile devices. Development of the game commenced in 2017.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2020-05-07-what-its-like-to-develop-a-game-for-xbox-series-x-according-to-the-creator-of-chorus|title=What it's like to develop a game for Xbox Series X - according to the creator of Chorus|first=Wesley|last=Yin-Poole|work=Eurogamer|date=May 7, 2020|accessdate=September 24, 2021|archive-date=September 24, 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210924125404/https://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2020-05-07-what-its-like-to-develop-a-game-for-xbox-series-x-according-to-the-creator-of-chorus|url-status=live}}</ref> The game was announced on 7 May 2020 during [[Company:Microsoft|Microsoft]]'s [[Engineering:Xbox|Xbox 20/20]] event.<ref>{{Cite web|title='Chorus' is a space shooter about a pilot and her sentient ship|url=https://www.engadget.com/chorus-xbox-series-x-trailer-163551644.html|access-date=September 24, 2021|language=en|first=Marc|last=DeAngelis|work=[[Software:Engadget|Engadget]]|date=May 7, 2020|archive-date=October 28, 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20211028120254/https://www.engadget.com/chorus-xbox-series-x-trailer-163551644.html|url-status=live}}</ref>

== Reception ==
{{Video game reviews
| MC = (PC) 76/100<ref name="mc-pc">{{cite web |url=https://www.metacritic.com/game/chorus/critic-reviews/?platform=pc |title=Chorus for PC Reviews |website=Metacritic |access-date=December 11, 2021 |archive-date=December 4, 2021 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20211204224652/https://www.metacritic.com/game/pc/chorus |url-status=live }}</ref><br/>(PS5) 73/100<ref name="mc-ps5">{{cite web |url=https://www.metacritic.com/game/chorus/critic-reviews/?platform=playstation-5 |title=Chorus for PlayStation 5 Reviews |website=Metacritic |publisher=Red Ventures |access-date=December 7, 2021 |archive-date=December 5, 2021 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20211205122349/https://www.metacritic.com/game/playstation-5/chorus |url-status=live }}</ref><br/>(XSXS) 78/100<ref name="mc-xsxs">{{cite web |url=https://www.metacritic.com/game/chorus/critic-reviews/?platform=xbox-series-x |title=Chorus for Xbox Series X Reviews |website=Metacritic |publisher=Red Ventures |access-date=December 7, 2021 |archive-date=February 27, 2023 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230227013303/https://www.metacritic.com/game/xbox-series-x/chorus |url-status=live }}</ref>
| GRadar = {{Rating|3.5|5}}<ref>{{cite web |last1=Bailes |first1=Jon |title=Chorus review: "Conjures the feel of a good Star Wars scene" |url=https://www.gamesradar.com/chorus-review/ |website=GamesRadar |date=3 December 2021 |access-date=4 December 2021 |archive-date=3 December 2021 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20211203235213/https://www.gamesradar.com/chorus-review/ |url-status=live }}</ref>
| HCG = 4/5<ref>{{cite web |last1=Bohn |first1=Jason |title=Review: Chorus |url=https://hardcoregamer.com/reviews/review-chorus/415342/ |website=Hardcore Gamer |date=3 December 2021 |access-date=4 December 2021 |archive-date=3 December 2021 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20211203225238/https://hardcoregamer.com/reviews/review-chorus/415342/ |url-status=live }}</ref>
| IGN = 8/10<ref>{{cite web |last1=Stapleton |first1=Dan |title=Chorus Review |url=https://www.ign.com/articles/chorus-review |website=IGN |date=4 December 2021 |access-date=4 December 2021 |archive-date=4 December 2021 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20211204202611/https://www.ign.com/articles/chorus-review |url-status=live }}</ref>
| PSQ = {{Rating|7|10}}<ref>{{cite web |last1=Reynolds |first1=Ollie |title=Mini Review: Chorus (PS5) - Stunning Space Exploration with Slick Combat |url=https://www.pushsquare.com/reviews/ps5/chorus |website=Push Square |date=3 December 2021 |access-date=4 December 2021 |archive-date=3 December 2021 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20211203170742/https://www.pushsquare.com/reviews/ps5/chorus |url-status=live }}</ref>
| SN = 7/10<ref>{{cite web |last1=Jarrard |first1=Chris |title=Chorus review: Breaking the circle |url=https://www.shacknews.com/article/127943/chorus-review-breaking-the-circle |website=Shacknews |date=3 December 2021 |access-date=4 December 2021 |archive-date=3 December 2021 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20211203183516/https://www.shacknews.com/article/127943/chorus-review-breaking-the-circle |url-status=live }}</ref>
}} 

''Chorus'' received "generally favorable" reviews from critics, while the PS5 version received "mixed or average" reviews, according to review aggregator website Metacritic.<ref name="mc-pc" /><ref name="mc-ps5" /><ref name="mc-xsxs" />

Jon Bailes of ''GamesRadar+'' wrote that the game "conjured the feel of a good Star Wars scene," praising its ship designs, space battles, controls, and special powers while criticizing the bland story and bad bosses. Dan Stapleton of ''IGN'' praised the game's scenery and dogfights while calling the story "respectable even though it threatens to drown you in lore." Ollie Reynolds of ''Push Square'' praised the slick combat, DualSense feedback, side missions and accessibility options while criticizing the poor dialogue, low framerate, and in-game map.

In February 2022, Embracer Group (parent company of Deep Silver) revealed that ''Chorus'' had failed to meet sales expectations.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Harradence |first=Michael |title=Saber Interactive Has 7 AAA Projects In Development, Chorus Did Not Meet Financial Expectations |url=https://www.psu.com/news/saber-interactive-has-7-aaa-projects-in-development-chorus-did-not-meet-financial-expectations/ |access-date=2023-04-18 |website=PlayStation Universe |date=17 February 2022 |language=en-US}}</ref>

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