Arx Fatalis

 PC
User Score
8.2

Generally favorable reviews- based on 195 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 154 out of 195
  2. Mixed: 23 out of 195
  3. Negative: 18 out of 195
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Awards & Rankings

70
#70 Best PC Game of 2002
13
#13 Most Discussed PC Game of 2002
24
#24 Most Shared PC Game of 2002

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Metascore
77

Generally favorable reviews - based on 25 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 17 out of 25
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 25
  3. Negative: 0 out of 25
  1. Cubed3
    Jul 13, 2022
    60
    There's plenty of deeply flawed RPGs from the late '90s/early '00s that actually people love despite their problems, to the point that it's almost a tradition of sorts. Arx Fatalis is one of those flawed pieces of software, which, like Morrowind, Gothic, and Fallout, has plenty of issues, but manages to be entertaining in its own special way. Having said that, it's probably one of the most problematic of the bunch. Try it out if a fan of the genre, if only to get a taste of its sweet, sweet atmosphere and strong immersion. Just be prepared to get a bit of bitter disappointment as well.
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  2. Computer Gaming World
    80
    It sounds great, it looks even better, and it's the most original RPG not named "Morrowind" released in 2002. [Mar 2003, p.94]
  3. GameZone
    83
    An intriguing and wonderful game feature is the magic-casting system. You find or buy runes and then memorize the symbol and using the control key in conjunction with the mouse, draw the rune on the computer monitor to cast the spell. The effect is stunning.
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