Age of Conan: Unchained

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7.3

Mixed or average reviews- based on 831 Ratings

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  3. Negative: 192 out of 831
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  1. MariusM.
    May 23, 2008
    10
    Awesome blend of graphics, gameplay, story and customisation to keep you hooked for an Age.... of Conan.
  2. ASHH.
    May 23, 2008
    10
    A very nice mmorpg , great graphics , very fun gameplay slightly diffrent but better then what wow did (copy eq) , lots of content quite mature community + game check it out.
  3. JessL
    May 23, 2008
    10
    If you've got a decent machine, the eye candy is amazing. But even if you don't, the game is just plain old fun. While you still hit buttons to perform combat actions, it's so much more interactive and involving than any other MMORPG I've ever played. I think there's room in the market for several big-boy MMO's, so while I don't think WoW will be going If you've got a decent machine, the eye candy is amazing. But even if you don't, the game is just plain old fun. While you still hit buttons to perform combat actions, it's so much more interactive and involving than any other MMORPG I've ever played. I think there's room in the market for several big-boy MMO's, so while I don't think WoW will be going away any time soon, I think it's very likely that AoC will rise up and become the new king of the hill.… Expand
  4. AnonymousMC
    May 23, 2008
    10
    I cant remember ever being so sucked into a game so quickly. My expectations were big, and after five days in Hyboria all i have to say is praise. The graphics are innovative to say the least, the universe funcom has created here really feels alive and breathing. The content doesn't suit me all that well because of my highly competitive nature, so it's all pvp for me. The combatI cant remember ever being so sucked into a game so quickly. My expectations were big, and after five days in Hyboria all i have to say is praise. The graphics are innovative to say the least, the universe funcom has created here really feels alive and breathing. The content doesn't suit me all that well because of my highly competitive nature, so it's all pvp for me. The combat system is what will probably keep me entertained for many months to come, there is such room for skill-development there. The funfactor of this game is simply the highest i've ever experienced. Ive reviewed quite a few games, and i always try to set the final score by evaluating "how good of a time i am having playing". Of course there are glitches in a fresh release, but Im having an absolute blast every time i sit down to play. Thats just priceless.… Expand
  5. PatK
    May 24, 2008
    10
    Fantastic experience in mmorpg's. Everyone who wants to spend time on an mmorpg should stick to this one.
  6. NicoleD
    May 24, 2008
    10
    Engaging. abundance of quests. imo better than wow.
  7. LiamW.
    May 24, 2008
    10
    The game is enticing, for the first 20 levels all levels talk ( NO HAVING TO READ!!) Pretty simple, but it enhances the story line and really entangles you in the AOC storyline. If you have enjoyed wow, but got tired of the medicore gameplay, get this definintly.
  8. MarkT.
    May 24, 2008
    10
    At last! The new MMO to rule them all... this game is truly fantastic. Gritty, fun, amazing world, great music, great combat.
  9. SimenF.
    May 25, 2008
    10
    Fresh new take on MMORPG's. Intence combat and a beautiful world that sucks you in. That is if you have the rig to run it on medium to high settings. And to think it just launched, it will keep improving as all MMO's do after launch!
  10. LouisB.
    May 25, 2008
    10
    This MMO is amazing. You get those incredible graphics, innovative Gameplay, easy to use interface + all benefits from conventional MMOs. It will improve over time and become a memorable and very populated game!
  11. LukeG.
    May 25, 2008
    10
    I am a serious gamer whos been playing mmog's for 9+ years this is by far the best and possibly the best game of any type i have played,
  12. AaronG.
    May 25, 2008
    10
    Age of Conan: Hyborian Adventures is quite simply one of the best massively-multiplayer online games I have ever played. While it is unlikely that it will attain a player base comparable to World of Warcraft due to its demanding system requirements and adult theme, it is, without a doubt, a game of superior quality.
  13. ChrisR.
    May 26, 2008
    10
    A unique and exciting experience not met by previous MMORPG's, Great graphics, an unbelievably large and detailed world (30 Gigs of it) fun new classes, and great PvP make this one of the best games i have ever played. I highly recommend this game.
  14. RobertB.
    May 28, 2008
    10
    Amazing game. The fighting is just so much fun.
  15. TomasA.
    May 29, 2008
    10
    Will not go back to my old mmorpg after tried this one. Amazing game, very addictice. Hats off for quick bugfixes. Melee classes has never been this before.
  16. RayH.
    May 31, 2008
    10
    The game is compelling, visually stunning, combat is something new and different from the standard MMO fare, and under it all, the RPG part of MMORPG is ingrained in the games beginning and as you quest forward. Itinvolves you, and keeps you wanting to find out more. And all of the progress to make the game more customer oriented by listening to what the player wants will make the The game is compelling, visually stunning, combat is something new and different from the standard MMO fare, and under it all, the RPG part of MMORPG is ingrained in the games beginning and as you quest forward. Itinvolves you, and keeps you wanting to find out more. And all of the progress to make the game more customer oriented by listening to what the player wants will make the longevity of the game even more appealing. But...make sure to have a good rig to run it on, as the requirements are hefty.… Expand
  17. RyanW.
    Jun 13, 2008
    10
    Wow, what a great game. This game reminds me of Everquest 2 for its graphics and World of Warcraft for it's Graphical User Interface. In my opinion, it has amazing potential to be one of the best (if not the best) MMORPG out in the world today. 10/10
  18. Joe
    Mar 27, 2009
    10
    I have never seen such a huge improvement in any game ever. I picked this up the day it was available only to find my hardware could only run it on low settings at 15 FPS...But now let me tell you...without changing a single piece of hardware i can max everything out and still have it run at 50-60fps! i don't have a super rig (Geforce 8800GT / Pentium D 3.2GHZ/ 4G Ram) and it still I have never seen such a huge improvement in any game ever. I picked this up the day it was available only to find my hardware could only run it on low settings at 15 FPS...But now let me tell you...without changing a single piece of hardware i can max everything out and still have it run at 50-60fps! i don't have a super rig (Geforce 8800GT / Pentium D 3.2GHZ/ 4G Ram) and it still looks and plays amazingly well! they have added tons of content, and now DX10...Godrays...need i say more? Awesome and refreshing if you're like me and sick of the same old Orcs vs Human vs Elves garbage. Game rocks now plan and simple! pick it up its only $20!… Expand
  19. lukesesler
    Jun 22, 2009
    10
    Not sure why people bash the game. Ive played em all so far this is the one for me. I guess most of these reveiws are old because they have done alot of fixing. Balances are constantly being added along with content. Graphics are nice if you have a good card. Leveling is a bit easy but other than that ill be sticking with this for a long time.
  20. scotth
    Sep 25, 2009
    10
    This game is amazing now after the patches. You will enjoy it much more with the newest PC hardware out there though. This game is a combination of a WoW+Warhammer+street fighter+ counter strike with the graphics of mass effect!
  21. MattiM
    Nov 17, 2009
    10
    PROS: -Beautiful world, weather effects, awesome graphics (even with dx9) -Hyboria, Conan lore is different from other fantasy rpgs -Sounds, music. You can hear the wind, leaves and other things in the wilds -PVP, its intense and requires skill to master -PVE content is interesting, for the first time in an MMO I enjoy doing quests -Community, on my server (Fury EU) you know all the PROS: -Beautiful world, weather effects, awesome graphics (even with dx9) -Hyboria, Conan lore is different from other fantasy rpgs -Sounds, music. You can hear the wind, leaves and other things in the wilds -PVP, its intense and requires skill to master -PVE content is interesting, for the first time in an MMO I enjoy doing quests -Community, on my server (Fury EU) you know all the guilds and how they act, make war with them. -Support, GM:s are always there, funcom staff answer question in the official forums CONS: -Minor bugs still present, some patches have made my game to crash (they're fixed now of course) -Invisible walls, they are going to make the world more open in the upcoming expansion thou. AND: Population has been increasing atleast in the EU, patches and fixes and new content are really great and everyone who even partially liked AOC in launch should give it a go. Trials are there with great offers for new and old customers.… Expand
  22. Darken
    May 18, 2011
    10
    Simply the best MMO in MMO history bar none! If you like it rough, bloody, real, sexy and combo system that puts ypu into the fight like no other MMO. THis is the MMO which takes a bit of skill to play. Some of the reviews here are old as hell and do not reflect the game as it istands today. The game has been massively over hauled. Population ios going up and up due to the recent massiveSimply the best MMO in MMO history bar none! If you like it rough, bloody, real, sexy and combo system that puts ypu into the fight like no other MMO. THis is the MMO which takes a bit of skill to play. Some of the reviews here are old as hell and do not reflect the game as it istands today. The game has been massively over hauled. Population ios going up and up due to the recent massive changes to make the combat more skill based by making CC combos also. This making the combat more fluid and let crowd control going on. I cannot think of any other MMO that makes you feel combat like AoC and on top of that. The graphic are hands down the best in the genre. No other MMO comes close though its recommended to have at least 3-4gb of ram. I don't want to spend all day wrioting reviews but it makes me sick to see all the negative reviews here from people from years ago who have helped to keep this ORIGINAL MMO down. Nothing offers what AoC offers. In a sea of boring MMO's this MMO has the most imortant element in spades, and that is Gameplay. My Official Score is 9 but I am giving it a 10 on the board! If you are sitting on the fence go and buy RISE OF THE GODSLAYER and enjoy this game. No one should miss playing through to level 80 on at least one class of the 12 AoC offers. They are all uniue and far superiour to the hollow versions to get in cheap games like WoW and Rift. Whats on offer? Necro Mancers with 8 pets! .. Demonologists with demon slaves... Assassins with duel daggers, Rangers, Barbarians, Bear Shaman (Twi hander hammer Priest), Tempest of Set, Priest of Mitra, Heral of Xotli, Dark Templars, Guardians and Conqeurors. When you reach the level cap in AoC you will find plenty to do also, and that also goes for solo content. There are T1 T2 T3 T4 dungeons but you can also do hard Mode Khitain dungeons for Epic loot (Best Epic Loot in the game) or you can solo grond for a faction Set. There are 5 PvP arenas, and servers offer full world PvP or PvE servers. I think I have covered most things. Simply the best MMO in MMO history bar none!… Expand
  23. ania
    Jul 11, 2012
    10
    this game is so refreshing and immersive
    if you are in hard-core pvp, or a simply magnificent game, this is for you, if you like boring games go somewhere else.
    everything is nearly perfectly balanced, that it be the jumping height of a character or the use of each character in a succesful pvp team
  24. SilverRam
    Aug 10, 2012
    10
    The best MMORPG out there.. And its free.

    The graphics in this 4 year old game is the best of all MMORPG. Eventhough The secret world have the same engine, AoC still looks better. The biggest argument for playing this game is the combat system. Its fun, and challenging, and its not push-a-button-and-run kind of game. The Second argument is the story. The 4 main classes, Mage, Rogue,    The best MMORPG out there.. And its free.

    The graphics in this 4 year old game is the best of all MMORPG. Eventhough The secret world have the same engine, AoC still looks better. The biggest argument for playing this game is the combat system. Its fun, and challenging, and its not push-a-button-and-run kind of game.

    The Second argument is the story. The 4 main classes, Mage, Rogue, Healer, and Tank, has their own story. Also the setting is appealing. The Hyborian Age is like a dark, decadent, twisted and corrupt version of Euro-Asian history. Mix a bit of the Roman Empire, Mongolian culture and Babylonian mysticism with '30s-era myths of undiscovered Africa.    … Expand
  25. JeremyJo
    Jan 31, 2013
    10
    Great MMO, really good. Don´t know about launch problems some years ago, anyway version 4.0 rocks and I got all expansions and adventure packs. Everyone should check it out and make sure to get the expansion because Kithai is massive and beautiful
  26. 911nsidejob
    Dec 10, 2012
    10
    This is the best MMO out there period, best graphics, best stories and it's such a massive open world you can get lost with a sense of who cares im doing fine, there's no arguing pansy boys just shut up and play.
  27. iceice
    Aug 22, 2013
    10
    Even though the game had a rough start the company really has turned it around. They seem to have listened to their playerbase more, dropped the subscription fee and the payment transaction system is pretty fair considering how these games can get.

    So glad to see the company is stable and sticking it out for those in this market that enjoy the great art and lore. Some of the better    Even though the game had a rough start the company really has turned it around. They seem to have listened to their playerbase more, dropped the subscription fee and the payment transaction system is pretty fair considering how these games can get.

    So glad to see the company is stable and sticking it out for those in this market that enjoy the great art and lore. Some of the better writing ive found in a MMO    … Expand
  28. Beatart
    Jan 29, 2020
    10
    The best MMORPG ever! 12 different classes. Best fighting combo system. Perfect adventure world!
  29. KevinS.
    May 20, 2008
    9
    The game is a lot of fun. It has great graphics for an mmo. I'm surprised how low the average user rating is. My guess is people felt ripped off about the patches and downtime during EA and game it a 0. So far I think it's a great game.
  30. ReneD
    Feb 3, 2010
    9
    It was clearly a fail, when it came out totally unfinished. But a lot has changed, and at the moment this game is really worth, playing it. Best Graphics in the genre, different game play (fights) and a community, which, at least on PVE-Servers, will help any newcomers. Whoever´s still writing nonsense about bugs, crashes, no stories, etc. can certainly not have played this game for It was clearly a fail, when it came out totally unfinished. But a lot has changed, and at the moment this game is really worth, playing it. Best Graphics in the genre, different game play (fights) and a community, which, at least on PVE-Servers, will help any newcomers. Whoever´s still writing nonsense about bugs, crashes, no stories, etc. can certainly not have played this game for at least 7 months. There´s a bit to critisise because of the recent merge of PVP-/RP-Servers since there aren't many PVP-players anymore. But that´s not the problem of Funcom, thats a problem which has it´s origin in some stupid gankers. So if you´re PVP all the way, make it a 7, the PVE-Fans and even RP-Fans should definitely give it a (second) chance. And hey, I´m NOT from Funcom, and I´m certainly no "Fanboy" but I can see a good game, when I play it. And Age of Conan, at it´s actual state, is definitely one.… Expand
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#45 Most Shared PC Game of 2008

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Metascore
80

Generally favorable reviews - based on 44 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 36 out of 44
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 44
  3. Negative: 0 out of 44
  1. GameZone
    94
    This game marks the next generation of MMOs in many ways. It looks good, is very entertaining and plays very well. This is a journey well worth taking.
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  2. AtomicGamer
    92
    It won't put WoW out of business, but then again, nothing will for a long time, and that doesn't mean this isn't a great game with tons of appeal and a hopefully more mature audience
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  3. GameSpy
    80
    Age of Conan going forward should become a delightfully savage second home for plenty of howling on-line barbarians.
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