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Game Title: GreedFall

Platforms:

  • PlayStation 4 (Sep 9, 2019)
  • Xbox One (Sep 9, 2019)
  • PC (Sep 9, 2019)


Developer: Spiders

Publisher: Focus Home Interactive
    

Review Aggregator

OpenCritic - 74 average - 58% recommended

Critic Reviews


Daily Star - 5 / 5 stars

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With a great blend of open-world gameplay, visually interesting locations and a detailed branching story, Greedfall places itself as one of the best RPGs of this year.


GameCrate - 9.3 / 10

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Thanks to GreedFall's impressively diverse roleplaying and combat systems, it's the sort of game that any sort of RPG fan would enjoy, whether they prefer playing as the tough warrior, the cunning rogue, the wise spellcaster, or any combination of those archetypes they can think of. It may hew closely to the template that BioWare created many years ago, but GreedFall also proves there's still a lot of potential for expansive single-player RPGs that put player choice first.


SomosXbox - Spanish - 8.7 / 10

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The game represents the quality of those medium-term games, current AA, so full of talent and that we have so missed. So do not hesitate and enter the mysterious lands of Teer Fradee, because it will surely take over you.


AusGamers - 8.5 / 10

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Simple at first, but much like the underlying story Greedfall's combat comes alive once skill trees begin to fill up.


Gamefa - Persian - 8.5 / 10

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Greedfall, latest Spiders game, is definitely one of the best action RPGs in recent years. Of course it isn't flawless and perfect, but it's very enjoyable and well-made. Combat is entertaining and great, story is engaging with some nice plot twists, And above all, each faction in the game has many missions to do and unique stories to tell. Every decisions you make in the game, affect your relationship with your companions and factions. Voice actors have done a really graet job and made characters more real. Also quests and level designs are very nice and feel completely connected to story. Of course the game has some weaknesses like technical issues, some bugs or Poor Companion AI during challenging fights, but these issues can't stop you from enjoying Greedfall at all. If you are a fan of fantasy Open-World action Rpgs with high amounts of entertaining quests, deep RPG elements and levelling system, great combat and also engaging multi branches story, then Greedfall is a game you should not miss at all.


Player.One - 8.5 / 10

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GreedFall is easily Spiders at its finest, and fans of the Western RPG genre can easily take enjoyment in its well-written and voice acted narrative as well as the solid combat when it comes to gameplay. It's by no means perfect, with a few hiccups here and there, but in GreedFall's case the great far outweighs the bad to carry the torch of a genre that has lacked a decent entry in quite some time. Extremely decent, and a must-play for any fan of the studio.


SECTOR.sk - Slovak - 8.5 / 10

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Finally, they did it! New game from Spiders is huge, exotic and very komplex. Great choice for true RPG fans.


Hobby Consolas - Spanish - 84 / 100

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A solid proposal to any fan of action RPGs. It's not groundbreaking and it takes almost all of its ingredients from other games, but it sure delivers a profound and versatile experience.


MMoinGame - Spanish - 8.4 / 10

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Greedfall is undoubtedly a must buy for all lovers of RPGs and good stories. It's not perfect for the combat theme, the exploration problems and the depth of customization, but all the pillars of the game are solid enough to consider it a remarkable product.


Glitched Africa - 8.3 / 10

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The RPG systems at play here are so robust and deep that RPG fans simply shouldn’t miss out on the game, even if the combat feels a bit clunky at times, the voyage to Teer Fradee was well worth it for me in the end. Keep in mind that this game from Spiders Interactive costs a bit less than your standard AAA title, so it is definitely a bargain with the amount of content it provides.


IGN - 8.2 / 10

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GreedFall's epic, morally complex tale of exploration and swashbuckling is enjoyable just about every step of the way.


Rectify Gaming - 8.2 / 10

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Despite some rough edges and a modest budget, Greedfall delivers a blockbuster RPG experience.


Nexus - 8.1 / 10

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Despite a small development team and limited budget, a lot of thought and effort has gone into designing the interwoven narrative and gameplay elements in GreedFall, with nothing feeling underutilised or overdone.


Bazimag - Persian - 8 / 10

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GreedFall might finally be the game that puts its studio's name among some of the best RPG makers of current day. Sure, there are still technical issues and the combat system could use more polish, but the general concept is applied so masterfully that one can hardly hide their enjoyment of this colonial era concoction of story, world design and RPG.


GRYOnline.pl - Polish - 8 / 10

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GreedFall slaps together a beautiful map, complex quests, good decision making, an in-depth setting and a really cool storyline with good character building. There are some technical issues and a surprisingly dull beginning – don't let them discourage you!


GameMAG - Russian - 8 / 10

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GreedFall is an exciting role-playing adventure with dozens of hours, which offers a well developed non-linear main story and side-quests, interesting world, and nice graphics. The game may not have enough budget, come across minor graphics bugs, but the authors try to hide the problem behind a veil of interesting quests and a well-designed world. Creation of Spiders reminds us The Witcher 3, Gothic and Dragon Age: Origins at the same time and can become the most significant role-playing game of this year for fans of the genre.


GamePro - German - 80 / 100

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Greedfall is enhanced by its believable game world, but has to accept significant drawbacks in terms of presentation.


GameSpew - 8 / 10

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GreedFall certainly left me wanting more; while its story may be a bit shallow in places, it’s still got a lot of depth, a fluid, intuitive combat system and enough morally-grey missions to bring me back to Teer Fradee some time soon. Forget waiting for the next Dragon Age, GreedFall is an impressive debut for what could well become a classic series.


GameWatcher - 8 / 10

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Greedfall, even with its flaws, is a game that’s very easy to sink time into without regret.


Gaming LYF - 4 / 5 stars

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GreedFall punches way above its weight thanks to some excellent writing, surprisingly in-depth RPG mechanics, a strong presentation and plenty of interesting quest lines. Whilst it's a little rough around the edges in areas such as the undeniably poor lip syncing and occasional bugs, this is still a fantastic RPG. GreedFall is well worth the asking price - RPG fans will find a lot to love here.


GamingBolt - 8 / 10

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GreedFall is a welcome arrival in the fantasy RPG space, a space that has been bafflingly uncrowded of late. But it doesn't just impress because of a lack of alternatives. It successfully delivers nearly everything that one would want to see in a game of this genre, and does so in convincing fashion. Fans of western role playing games who have lamented the absence of many true contenders in the genre this generation, prepare yourselves: a new heir to the legacy of BioWare is here at last.


GamingTrend - 80 / 100

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Greedfall is a highly ambitious step for Spiders, and one that shows that they are hitting their stride. With excellent voice acting and gorgeous environments, Greedfall serves as a grand adventure in a genre that is sorely needing a fresh face. There are still some bugs to crush, but once those are gone, only a memorable RPG capable of filling the open world RPG void will remain.


Hardcore Gamer - 4 / 5

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It would be misleading to ignore the many borrowed ideas and means to appease long-time fans of past WRPGs and current action RPGs alike.


PSX Brasil - Portuguese - 80 / 100

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GreedFall is the biggest example of the evolution of its developer, that created a great action RPG for a market lacking in good options at the moment. With an interesting storyline, deep RPG system and pleasing combat, Spiders' game showcases qualities that should please Dragon Age orphans, even though there is still a lot of refinement left for an even better experience.


PlayStation Universe - 8 / 10

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GreedFall stands as Spiders' most successful game to day, bar none. Despite its issues, nothing gets in the way of this game's ambition and heart. Anyone looking for a standout, deep  action-RPG will find it in GreedFall. With its different narrative paths and various ways to build your character, there are so many reasons to play through multiple times.


RPG Site - 8 / 10

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Greedfall is blemished but imaginative and choice-filled gem that harkens back to some of our favorite western RPGs.


Softpedia - 8 / 10

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GreedFall fails to achieve greatness, but it's the start of something great. With enough time and money, a sequel would be much better since all the downsides of the original are easy to address.


The Digital Fix - 8 / 10

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Greedfall is a very rewarding experience. Just make sure to give it some time and get used to it's style of gameplay. It can be a bit rough around the edges but that does not detract from its deep dialogue system and good storytelling. Most RPG fans will love Greedfall, its a good game and it may even surprise a few people along the way.


The Games Machine - Italian - 8 / 10

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GreedFall is a charming RPG with a beautiful setting and an engaging plot. It's a bit rough on the edges, but it represents the pinnacle of Spiders' productions so far, even if there's still room for improvement.


Windows Central - 4 / 5 stars

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GreedFall delivers an experience that is as satisfying as it is ambitious, although it does falter in some notable ways.


PowerUp! - 7.9 / 10

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In some ways, Greedfall has the makings of a classic. It has all of the pieces of the puzzle, but there's just not enough of them or perhaps the puzzle just isn't complex enough.


Cerealkillerz - German - 7.8 / 10

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Greedfall presents itself thanks to an interesting setting and a surprisingly well done story as probably the best game Spiders did so far. Repetitive tasks and the usual technical shortcomings reduce the experience strongly but if you can live with that you'll get a decent Dragon Age replacement


GideonsGaming - 7.8 / 10

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If you want to take on the role of a diplomat with a lot of character and dialogue choices, GreedFall is still worth picking up. There is a great world and story here waiting to be explored if you can look past its shortcomings. If your the type of player that skips cut-scenes and dialogue, look elsewhere.


IGN Spain - Spanish - 7.8 / 10

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Finally Spiders show their great quality with Greedfall. A remarkable Action-RPG full of content, which will give hours of fun to the genre. With an even bigger budget I could have aimed higher.


COGconnected - 76 / 100

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The combat can leave a little something to be desired and these odd bugs for the NPCs break immersion more than a few times, but overall its an emotional investment I’m happy to make. This may not be exactly the RPG you are looking for, but if you are a fan of complex narrative it should definitely be on your radar.


Generación Xbox - Spanish - 7.6 / 10

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GreedFall is a highly recommended title for all those who are fans of RPG titles and enjoys a remarkable artistic section, managing to create a world of dark fantasy set in the era of imperialism.


CGMagazine - 7.5 / 10

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While occasionally caving under the weight of its ambition, Greedfall delivers a world worth exploring inhabited by characters and stories just as memorable.


GameSpace - 7.5 / 10

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Like many first titles in a newly born series, GreedFall is a game that features a great idea with a flawed execution. At times, it feels that the game is unsure of what it wants to be and what exactly it wants to show to the players, which brings out its imperfections. 

 

I hope that overtime Spiders has a chance to iron out the identity of the game and manage to withstand the weight of the expectations that will now fall into their laps.


Wccftech - 7.5 / 10

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GreedFall is the best game made by Spiders yet and a worthy RPG in its own right. While definitely not without faults in some areas, it delivers great writing, arguably the most refreshing setting seen recently in a fantasy game, and solid combat.The links above are affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, Wccftech.com may earn from qualifying purchases.


Game Informer - 7.3 / 10

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GreedFall's writing is solid, and the player choice is fun to engage in, but the game needs polish and more meaningful action


Spaziogames - Italian - 7.3 / 10

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Even though Greedfall it's Spiders best work to date, that doesn't mean it is a flawless action RPG: its quest system and settings are its standouts, but clunky combat and too much repetition are obvious weak points.


Fextralife - 7.1 / 10

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Loot, shoot, cast magic, melee and slay strange creatures in the mysterious island of Teer Fradee. If you enjoy making plenty of choices from narrative decisions to combat builds you'll enjoy your time in GreedFall. While it doesn't do anything ground breaking, this title will offer you a decent storyline, a number of playstyles and the option to choose your party. For those looking for a well-polished title, they may want to look elsewhere, but Spiders has created plenty to experience with many of hours of gameplay. Even after 20 hours you will find there is still a lot to discover.


3DNews - Russian - 7 / 10

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So far, GreedFall is the best attempt of Spiders to make a remarkable RPG. But that does not mean the game is great. Sometimes Greedfall is good, but sometimes just average.


BaziCenter - Persian - 7 / 10

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Greedfall, the latest release from Spiders, reminds you of some of the best classic RPGs, but it fails when it comes to mixing all those classic gameplay mechanics with new and modern ones. Some very good RPG elements and great story telling are there to enjoy from, but some annoying issues including technical problems, weak combat system and the game's protagonist character design are also there to ruin your joy. In the end, Greedfall can be considered a good RPG, especially for the old school fans, but it is certainly not for everybody.


Cultured Vultures - 7 / 10

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GreedFall has some of the most compelling characters and storylines so far this year. Unfortunately, they're buried by dated technology and a serious lack of polish.


GameSkinny - 7 / 10 stars

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There's a lot to like in GreedFall. It ticks many of the most important boxes an RPG should. It makes you care about the characters and the world, all while giving you a sense that you can actually impact those things.


Gameblog - French - 7 / 10

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Greedfall is not an RPG that is intended to play the leading roles of the genre. Limited as well by its technique, its fights and its relatively remote progression, although intriguing and therefore fascinating, the title still has a beautiful soul, shaped by its universe, its artistic direction, its writing, its themes, its music . So many attractive arguments that counterbalance its weaknesses, making Greedfall a game that can not be recommended to the greatest number but deserves attention to at least judge the effect of its charms.


God is a Geek - 7 / 10

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Greedfall is held back by performance issues and a tendency to fill its space with tedious padding, but it's saved by fun combat and an intriguing story.


IGN Italy - Italian - 7 / 10

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Despite its flaws and a far from perfect technical experience, Greedfall is an intringuing action RPG set in a charming and unique setting.


Metro GameCentral - 7 / 10

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One of the most interesting video game settings of the year and while the game has numerous issues the strong combat and inventive quest design make it well worth persevering with.


New Game Network - 70 / 100

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There are plenty of gripes to contend with in GreedFall, but the striking setting, flexible character building, and rock-solid action RPG core make it easy to recommend to fans of the genre.


PC Invasion - 3.5 / 5 stars

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While it's true that GreedFall has some serious problems with variety and bizarrely re-used assets, the story is great and the combat and game systems are quite good. Anyone willing to look past its problems and dig into the narrative will likely have a good time with it.


Press Start - 7 / 10

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Greedfall is the kind of game where you really need to be into the story to be able to look past its faults and still enjoy it.


Push Square - 7 / 10

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GreedFall is Spiders' best game by some distance, and it's impressive how far the developer has come in just a few short years. It successfully scratches that BioWare itch with an intriguing world, likeable characters, and rock solid gameplay. However, aside from its unique setting, nothing about GreedFall truly stands out.


Screen Rant - 3.5 / 5 stars

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GreedFall's engaging story and deep customization will satisfy those looking for a BioWare-style, action RPG fix.


Shacknews - 7 / 10

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Spider’s latest RPG is one that follows a privileged hero on a quest to cure the disease plaguing his people.


SomHráč.sk - Czech - 70 / 100

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Greedfall isn't bad by any means and you can tell that Spiders gave it their all this time. However, they weren't able to fulfill their huge ambitions completely. The competition remains superior.


TheSixthAxis - 7 / 10

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Greedfall has an ambitious story, but it's not backed up by the clearly repeated environments, simple combat and dull abilities that take ages to unlock. Seasoned RPG players might well be able able to look past those flaws in favour of the interesting, well written stories about political manoeuvres and oppression that make up the bulk of the quests in this pretty dark, deep world.


We Got This Covered - 3.5 / 5 stars

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GreedFall is an ambitious RPG with a ton of heart and a lot to love that ultimately succumbs to a stilted, empty world and refusal to engage its themes in a meaningful way.


Just Push Start - 3.4 / 5

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Anyway, Greedfall is an average action RPG offering lots of quests and a competent combat system. While the game's pace is quite slow and the graphics aren't great, there's still lots of hours of gameplay on offer here for genre fans to sink their teeth into.


Everyeye.it - Italian - 6.7 / 10

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Spiders' latest game succeeds in lifting itself from the terrible mediocrity that enveloped The Techomancer, but it does so with an effort that, although commendable, is still not vigorous enough.


PC Gamer - 67 / 100

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GreedFall's combat, dialogue, and romance are overshadowed by better RPGs, but it's competent enough to recommend with caveats.


Critical Hit - 6.5 / 10

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Greedfall is an ambitious RPG with several unique mechanical hooks, character builds and combat encounters that unfortunately buckles under the weight of a bloated and tedious narrative that often turns everything into a repetitive chore


DualShockers - 6.5 / 10

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GreedFall takes place in an amazing and intriguing world but fails to be interesting on the gameplay front.


Gameplanet - 6.5 / 10

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Ultimately Greedfall is an OK game. It is neither good nor bad. It is however the best game Spiders have made to date, and that gives me hope that they do have a great game in them. I just hope they stop trying to emulate and instead try to innovate.


Saudi Gamer - Arabic - 6 / 10

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A traditional RPG, it would've been much better if it was shorter in length as you'll start to notice a repetitive pattern in monsters, buildings, regions, and characters as you're playing. Despite that, it was an enjoyable experience, a good fit for gamers who enjoy this type of games and can look past its shortcomings.


USgamer - 3 / 5 stars

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I enjoyed my time with GreedFall, but it's already failed to leave a lasting impression on me. Its best moments shine bright and show how much potential Spiders has to develop in this style of RPG, but it isn't cohesive enough to work in concert. GreedFall is certainly worth checking out if you're aching for the old days of BioWare, but it's a tough sell for most others.


Cubed3 - 5 / 10

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Disappointing is the best word to describe GreedFall.


GameSpot - 5 / 10

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Greedfall is an enjoyable jaunt, but it follows its influences a little too closely and fails to engage with its narrative themes in any meaningful manner.


ACG - Buy

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"Despite a couple issues the questing and story in Greedfall more than make up for it."


Eurogamer - Recommended

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Taking notes from roleplaying greats, GreedFall makes up for its faults with a lot of spirit.

 


GamesBeat - Unscored

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Greedfall’s fantasy world doesn’t shy away from brushing up against real history, which makes it a refreshing change of pace in a genre filled with medieval fantasy and space operas. And when it comes to creating the kinds of worlds, plots and characters that make an RPG worth caring about, Greedfall does a remarkable job within its smaller scope.


Kotaku - Unscored

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When I first saw Greedfall, I wanted to believe that it could, in spite of a charged setting, explore complex ideas. Instead, it skims the surface all the way up to its weak conclusion.


Player2.net.au - C

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While it starts shaky, Greedfall grows into a comforting and satisfying RPG. It may feel a bit behind the times, but the art design and original story should be given credit and it is good to see this developer releasing something that mostly delivers on its promise.


Rock, Paper, Shotgun - Unscored

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This is a step in the right direction for Spiders, but they still have a lot of work to do.


Skill Up - Unscored

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12 hours ago, TheLeon said:

Well those are some respectable scores. I look forward to trying this game when it’s on Game Pass within a year. 

Kingdom Come Deliverance just hit Game Pass and scratches similar itch. The reviews had to be really good for me to bite. 

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OK, I played this game for 20+ hours now and I'll say this, it OK. Its not amazing. Its not bad! It doesn't do anything particularly well or different, it just also doesn't suck. Its a balancing act between nothing and something. I had higher hopes for this game, despite knowing it was from Spiders, because of the elongated design and because it was actually their plan to allow for the extended design time. Its honestly a very average game. Wait for a sale. 

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I will say I think it's a definite step up as an actual video game from their previous efforts! It feels like a "real" game rather than a tech demo, a proof of concept, or some ultra low-budget stuff. Spiders is very slowly getting better with each release, in another decade or so they might be getting us an 85+ game!

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To be clear, I'm enjoying the game quite a bit! The combat is pretty simple (I went with magic, anyone who goes with melee in a Eurojank RPG is a madman) but I really enjoy the setting and the story, it's just that the gameplay is pretty basic. Not bad. Just... not exceptional. Which, for a Spiders game, IS exceptional! I do hope they continue to improve. I can see potential greatness in there, but I can't recommend a game like this to anyone, I enjoy it myself, but it lacks that spark.

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GreedFall celebrates strong reception with new trailer and end of the year discounts!

 

GreedFall stormed into players’ hearts and minds with its release earlier this year, marking itself as an RPG to be remembered. With reviewers praising its “intriguing world” and “inventive” quest design, Spiders Studio have proved their ability to craft a spellbinding game. Get a taste of the overwhelming response in today’s new Call to Adventure trailer.

 

With its deep RPG mechanics, impactful decision making, and compelling companion characters, GreedFall has reminded players of the sense of wonder and adventure that can be found in this most beloved of genres. As one reviewer put it, GreedFall is an “RPG fans owe it to themselves to try”. 

 

Today’s trailer also marks the start of the Steam Autumn sale, during which RPG fans can pick up GreedFall at 20% off. The sale also brings a wealth of other discounted titles from the Focus Home Interactive catalogue, offering exciting experiences from a wide range of genres. GreedFall will also be discounted on the Xbox One’s store in the coming weeks.

 

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I've been playing this a lot lately to hopefully purge it from the backlog.

 

I'm enjoying it, but its a weird thing though; its probably one of the most boring/interesting rpg's i've played in a while. Nothing about it is terribly exciting, but i'm liking it.

 

The natives' accent has got to be one of the most awful things i've ever heard though.

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