The Bard's Tale

 iOS
User Score
6.9

Mixed or average reviews- based on 21 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 15 out of 21
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 21
  3. Negative: 5 out of 21
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  1. Madmonstor
    Dec 10, 2011
    10
    This game is a beast and easily the best game I've played on iOS so far. It's similar to Diablo but with more strategy involved. I particularly enjoyed the humor. It will definitely have you LOL.
  2. Mr_Musiyach
    Dec 3, 2011
    8
    Not a bad game,it has engaging gameplay and pretty graphical design and I think that this is the biggest rpg in app store.This game is in any case better then aralon.
  3. R8R
    Jan 21, 2012
    10
    The best game on iOS hands down. It's like Baldur's Gate in your pocket! Graphics are sweet and smooth like a good ale. The gameplay is fun and the story line hilarious. The voice acting is amazing and add hours of fun to the game. Go Bard!
  4. strik_
    Nov 9, 2013
    9
    Great game with tons of funny dialogs, and its not so short as someone told, nice to play this game in this mobile version, all the lore its there, and the interface its quite good,
  5. HydrophobikFish
    Jun 9, 2023
    6
    Decent enough time, its cool to have an RPG with summoning as a central mechanic instead of an optional one. Overall very forgettable everything though. Good money for value.

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#41 Most Discussed iOS Game of 2011
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#56 Most Shared iOS Game of 2011

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Metascore
79

Generally favorable reviews - based on 7 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 7 out of 7
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 7
  3. Negative: 0 out of 7
  1. 148Apps
    Dec 21, 2011
    80
    Aside from the Old School implementation of game saves, The Bard's Tale is a great trip down memory lane that actually feels more suited to iOS.
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  2. The Onion (A.V. Club)
    Dec 12, 2011
    83
    Special props to the narration from the late Tony Jay, whose incredulity and exasperation with pretty much everything in the game is a warm delight.
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  3. TouchGen
    Dec 11, 2011
    80
    There are some issues to the port of The Bard's Tale, but they pale in comparison to the vast amount of fun the game is. I feel really interested in finding the princess, and climbing towers filled with enemies to reach her. The characters feel genuine, and I can sympathize with the frustration he feels when he tries to negotiate with the multiple Bodbs.
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