Bastion

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  1. Delaro
    Jan 7, 2012
    10
    What a Wonderful little game this is. The art style is very pleasing and the soundtrack adds to the ambient nature of the game. This is one of those rare titles I had to buy the soundtrack for. The game itself can be as easy or as challenging as you want it to be and my only dislike is it ended. 0.o Bastion is by far the best Indie game I have come across to date, it was well worth the $5What a Wonderful little game this is. The art style is very pleasing and the soundtrack adds to the ambient nature of the game. This is one of those rare titles I had to buy the soundtrack for. The game itself can be as easy or as challenging as you want it to be and my only dislike is it ended. 0.o Bastion is by far the best Indie game I have come across to date, it was well worth the $5 price tag and is something both My sons and myself have played nearly to death over the holiday.… Expand
  2. Daviator
    Apr 8, 2012
    10
    Normally all the "Wow its so much Art" and "Artful masterpiece" Indy games disappoint me. Mostly the game mechanics are flat and the game gets repetitive very fast. But this game here is different. It looks beautiful and there are at least 3 completely different play styles. A lot of weapons, upgrades and unlockables. It has a fresh difficulty system and the story a narrated with the bestNormally all the "Wow its so much Art" and "Artful masterpiece" Indy games disappoint me. Mostly the game mechanics are flat and the game gets repetitive very fast. But this game here is different. It looks beautiful and there are at least 3 completely different play styles. A lot of weapons, upgrades and unlockables. It has a fresh difficulty system and the story a narrated with the best narrator voice you could imagine in this setup! A proper indy masterpiece!… Expand
  3. Certate0
    Apr 30, 2012
    10
    Brilliant different charming game. I thouroughly enjoyed the narrative, was enchanted by the score, enthralled by the story and stunned by the scenery. Indy games are more often than not showing the triple A titles what can be achieved with a little imagination and a lot of talent, and Bastion is one of the finest examples. This game gave more joy than the majority of full priced titles IBrilliant different charming game. I thouroughly enjoyed the narrative, was enchanted by the score, enthralled by the story and stunned by the scenery. Indy games are more often than not showing the triple A titles what can be achieved with a little imagination and a lot of talent, and Bastion is one of the finest examples. This game gave more joy than the majority of full priced titles I have played in recent times and I would recomend it highly. 9.5… Expand
  4. brndnrsl
    May 1, 2012
    10
    Bastion is one of the best games I ever played. I registered on this site just to give my opinion on what I think is one of the best games ever. The atmosphere is one of the best I have ever experienced, and the story is not bad either. I loved the narration; it gave further details about what is going on and what happened in the calamity. The journeys to who knows where combined narrationBastion is one of the best games I ever played. I registered on this site just to give my opinion on what I think is one of the best games ever. The atmosphere is one of the best I have ever experienced, and the story is not bad either. I loved the narration; it gave further details about what is going on and what happened in the calamity. The journeys to who knows where combined narration and back-story with a test of your skills, and created a tense, awesome experience. The battle system is amazing as well. I prefer the PC because you can choose to never use the auto aim (which I think ruins the game). The weapons are all different and with combinations, many different play styles can be used. The shrine system is also genius. Plays set the games difficulty not with some boring option in the menu, but by unlocking shrines and making the gods angry. I loved this game so much that I went over to supergiants web site and bought the pack with a bandana, signed artwork, a shirt, and the soundtrack. That reminds me... the soundtrack is awesome. Everything about this game is just so good, I had to write a review, It is innovative to the right degree, has just the right amount of story, has a combat system that doesn't get old (on the pc without using auto-aim), and has a world that leaves you wondering what you'll see next. I love this game so much and recommend it to everyone :)… Expand
  5. phatchaz
    May 2, 2012
    10
    A little masterpiece. One of the most enthralling game stories I've ever played - the narration is wonderful and the writing never puts a foot wrong. The gameplay is solid and satisfying, if unoriginal. This is a game I will come back to again and again.
  6. Pridexs
    May 17, 2012
    10
    This game is amazing. Really. The graphics are beatiful, the soundtracks is just... a masterpiece, the story is very immsersive and the gameplay is excellent! The game is a little bit too short, but "Quality over quantity" right ? It took me 8 hours to complete the game doing everything I could in the first run. This game is worth every single penny. Buy it!
  7. leherpdeladerp
    Dec 3, 2012
    10
    The way Bastion tells its story is like nothing else ever done before.
    A world so colourful and yet so sad.
    Downsides? Believe me, I don't find anything to dislike. I haven't been drifted into a game so much for a long time.
    10/10
  8. dsotm629
    Jul 12, 2012
    10
    This game is proof that games can be well built as well as visually striking. I bought this game in the Humble Bundle V and payed something along the lines of $1.50 for it. But after playing it for something ridiculous like 15 hours over the course of 2 days I can see no reason why anybody should have any problem paying full price for it. I would. I might, just to donate more money toThis game is proof that games can be well built as well as visually striking. I bought this game in the Humble Bundle V and payed something along the lines of $1.50 for it. But after playing it for something ridiculous like 15 hours over the course of 2 days I can see no reason why anybody should have any problem paying full price for it. I would. I might, just to donate more money to Supergiant Games. Its just a stunning game with a little bit of everything for everyone. It can be as easy or as difficult as you want it to be. It has some sections that feel almost casual, but there are some parts which are full out hardcore platforming. If there was one thing that I would say could use improvement was the difficulty curve going from the first playthrough to new game+. There wasn't one. I had to activate all the idols just to give myself more of a challenge. That withstanding I could not think of one other thing wrong with the game. The visuals are amazing, the soundtrack is fantastic, the gameplay is as simple or as complex as you feel you would like it to be, and the story is just incredible. You really need to be looking very hard to find something wrong or undesirable with this game.… Expand
  9. Chroma
    Jun 21, 2012
    10
    Story:
    The story of bastion is about a boy named the kid who wakes up in a world after the Calamity has happened. He finds him on the island called the Bastion and meets the Stranger who tells him of the cores that can revive the world. As you play through the game, the Strangers narration tells the about the world and hints of things that have happened. Also you will find items that    Story:
    The story of bastion is about a boy named the kid who wakes up in a world after the Calamity has happened. He finds him on the island called the Bastion and meets the Stranger who tells him of the cores that can revive the world. As you play through the game, the Strangers narration tells the about the world and hints of things that have happened. Also you will find items that give insight into the people and what life was like before the calamity has happened. The storytelling works very well for this game and keeps you hooked until the very end. To me, it is one of the best stories that I have seen in gaming

    Game play:
    Bastion is played in a 2d isometric view. Levels in the game sometimes have multiple paths but are primarily linear and easy to navigate but the right size in length. You never end up feeling like the levels have gone on to long and are the appropriate difficulty. Through out the game you will collect shards and items to upgrade your weapons, buy spirits to aid you, secret abilities and idols. Secret abilities are basically special attack you can use for one of the two weapons you can equip at a time Upgrading weapons gives you some limited customization on how your weapons work. Each option can help deal with enemies you face in the storyline the who knows where challenge modes, and the weapon challenges. You can always change these upgrades anytime. This is needed to make some weapons useful like the pike, army carbine, mortar, and calamity cannon that are tough to use at first. They are especially needed for trials as getting first place is impossible to get without, the challenge modes, and story mode when you have all the idols active. If you want to make the game harder, you need to unlock the shrine to use Idols to increase the challenge like enemies becoming more aggressive, etc. Using the idols to soon without the right equipment and upgrades can make things very difficult to impossible. Luckily you can go back to the bastion to change equipment and adjust the difficulty. You also have spirits to help you. These liquids give you abilities like recovering health with every counter attack or full recovery with use of potions. These end up being essential throughout the game but you can only chose a limited amount at a time. As you fight enemies, you gain xp that increase your health by 2 points and unlocks another slot that can hold a spirit. The only thing I wish is the levels had more alternative paths and things to find There is an annoying aspect where you are forced to use new weapons you pick up. The game has a world map where you generally have two levels to chose from along with some challenge area\'s to earn items. These challenges tend to require a fully upgraded weapon in order to get first place. The controls are simple and easy use with no difficulty in learning them. You can\'t spam the controls though as they have animations and can\'t rapidly switch between weapons or the shield. The game is a decent length that took me 15 hours on my first play-through plus with new game + and Score attack mode adds replay value along with buying everything. Overall I have enjoyed the game and never felt tired of it.

    Graphics/sound:
    The graphics are a wonderful 2D art style that is gorgeous at any resolution. The amount of detail and atheistic wonder draws you into this wonderful world. Level design in it\'s own way tells you the story of the world and how it was built along with the decay that has become of it. Animations of the characters and the enemies give them personality. The kid has an aggressive fighting style shows his mixed emotions of anger, sadness and determination to succeed. Audio is wonderfully done with the narrator\'s acting draws you in to the story and the music keeps you in the mood. He tells the story as you play and gives you in-site of the world around. As you find items, you can show them to him and get a better understand of the world around you. I did enjoy It music is a mix of blues and guitar that gives it a bit of a western feel which is suitable considering you are venturing off to new frontiers. The graphics and audio wrap the game in a stunning package that is a treat for one\'s eyes and ears.

    Conclusion: Bastion is a wonderful game that is nearly flawless. The only really wish is their to be more to the game and more branching paths. The story is flows well with it being told along the way rather then in chunks that can disrupt the game play or ruin the flow. Atheistically and audio wise, it is great to listen to and look at. I would recommend this game to anyone and it can be gotten for $15 or $25 with the soundtrack.    … Expand
  10. Jetson
    Jun 6, 2012
    10
    This was quite honestly one of the best games I have played in a LONG time. I am a big fan of story in games, and this game delivers story like no other. The narration really adds to the gameplay, because it allows the game to forgo cutscenes for player-driven progress. It is also strangely satisfying to hear him comment on everything from your choice of drink to your obsession withThis was quite honestly one of the best games I have played in a LONG time. I am a big fan of story in games, and this game delivers story like no other. The narration really adds to the gameplay, because it allows the game to forgo cutscenes for player-driven progress. It is also strangely satisfying to hear him comment on everything from your choice of drink to your obsession with cutting down bushes. Overall, the story is superb, and really makes the game. However, even though the developers clearly focused on the story, the gameplay is still top-notch. There are several weapons and numerous other ways to customize your character. The combat is smooth and beautiful. One initial complaint I had was the difficulty (it is quite easy in the beginning), but the difficulty escalates as the game progresses, and you also gain the ability to make the game even more difficult by praying at the shrine. Finally, the artwork and soundtrack for the game are both marvelous. Each soundtrack fits the game perfectly, and the artwork really adds to the atmosphere. I would highly recommend getting this game, especially considering its low price.… Expand
  11. normyp
    Jun 10, 2012
    10
    I've only got a bit into it so far but honestly this one of the best games I've played for a long long time. It's original, new, innovative, pretty and a lot of fun.
  12. LordZed
    Jul 13, 2012
    10
    I wasn't expecting that much from Bastion when I bought it, just a few hours of mindless fun. What I got was one of the most fun, engrossing, and thoroughly amazing games of all time. The gameplay is simple, clean, and intuitive. I never felt like I was fighting the controls. My character reacted exactly as I felt like he should and if I messed up it was entirely my fault. The soundtrackI wasn't expecting that much from Bastion when I bought it, just a few hours of mindless fun. What I got was one of the most fun, engrossing, and thoroughly amazing games of all time. The gameplay is simple, clean, and intuitive. I never felt like I was fighting the controls. My character reacted exactly as I felt like he should and if I messed up it was entirely my fault. The soundtrack is also right up there with the best the gaming industry has to offer. This is one of the few game soundtracks I would actually buy; right there alongside Chrono Trigger and Castlevania: SOTN. The art and graphics fit the game perfectly and act alongside the music to immerse you in the world. The way the world builds itself around you as you walk is very neat and doesn't get old. But where the game really shines is the narrative and how it unfolds throughout the game. The only voice in the game (besides a scene at the end) is the narrator and you learn everything about the game world and how to play the game through him. At the beginning you knowing basically nothing, and it builds from there to become one of the most beautiful, heart-wrenching narratives I have ever seen in a video game. This is a must buy for gamers of all skill levels and one of the best games of all time.… Expand
  13. NDHCemployee
    Jul 18, 2012
    10
    Some people like to say Bastion is just an over-hyped indie game. It's not. Bastion is a fine work of art, and like art, some people fail to see it's true beauty. This is a game that's designed around the story, and it sadden me to see the unfortunate who come for photo-realism and pure gameplay drag this game down. It's a game about immersion, and while it puts a lot of effort intoSome people like to say Bastion is just an over-hyped indie game. It's not. Bastion is a fine work of art, and like art, some people fail to see it's true beauty. This is a game that's designed around the story, and it sadden me to see the unfortunate who come for photo-realism and pure gameplay drag this game down. It's a game about immersion, and while it puts a lot of effort into creating a believable narrator and enviroment, it's gameplay is still amazing. The controls are tight and you would never suspect this game was designed for the XBLA. Even if this game had crappy controls, I would damn well learn to love it just to hear the narrators soothing voice.… Expand
  14. luminites
    Jul 23, 2012
    10
    I just have to say this: Every bad review (with a small minority of exceptions) have played this game THROUGH A FIRST SITTING or AN HOUR TOTAL! Then they decided they would come on and rate the game badly. What I say to everyone looking to buy the game is, totally buy it! Maybe a demo, if you want. If you buy it, play through MORE SITTINGS THEN ONE. I am, for one, finding this game to beI just have to say this: Every bad review (with a small minority of exceptions) have played this game THROUGH A FIRST SITTING or AN HOUR TOTAL! Then they decided they would come on and rate the game badly. What I say to everyone looking to buy the game is, totally buy it! Maybe a demo, if you want. If you buy it, play through MORE SITTINGS THEN ONE. I am, for one, finding this game to be really worth my time and money. Also, this game isn't anything like "run, run, run, point, shoot, run, run" video-game. I thought this was a good description (something along these lines): An Action/RPG lite. To those who thought there wasn't a story; a narrator NARRATES the whole story. Just listen
    Note: On my earlier review I forgot to click a "10". Whoops!    … Expand
  15. zmmillard
    Aug 25, 2012
    10
    Bastion is one of the best games I've ever played. Its story, its narrator, its gameplay, its art, and its design are flawless. My only complaint is that the controls for PC are not the best, but that's excusable considering the game was originally designed for the Xbox Live Arcade. If you play it on a PC, you should probably use a controller. Also, I believe the game is mislabeled. It'sBastion is one of the best games I've ever played. Its story, its narrator, its gameplay, its art, and its design are flawless. My only complaint is that the controls for PC are not the best, but that's excusable considering the game was originally designed for the Xbox Live Arcade. If you play it on a PC, you should probably use a controller. Also, I believe the game is mislabeled. It's not necessarily an RPG, really. It's definitely closer to being a pure action/adventure game. With all that being said, I would have to give this game a 10/10. There are not many perfect games out there, but I believe Bastion is one of them. It is a masterpiece.… Expand
  16. Ruwach
    Sep 24, 2012
    10
    One of the best games i have ever played. The story is just beautiful, the gameplay is fun and the graphics are just wonderful. I really enjoyed playing this game, and i will play it a lot more often.
  17. ClowLiReed
    Feb 3, 2013
    10
    Incredible game, every time I play Indie games like this one, I really hate the big companies. So much fun, and an AMAZING sound truck. YOU MUST PLAY IT
  18. googlygoink
    Sep 20, 2012
    10
    Bastion is truly a masterpiece of a game.
    Though there are problems with it, all but one of these should ween off potential buyers in the demo. Firstly though i shall list all the things i find good about this game:
    1) the story, this game has quite possibly the best story i have ever seen in a game, maybe not the most complex, but certainly the most superior. Whereas most modern games    Bastion is truly a masterpiece of a game.
    Though there are problems with it, all but one of these should ween off potential buyers in the demo. Firstly though i shall list all the things i find good about this game:

    1) the story, this game has quite possibly the best story i have ever seen in a game, maybe not the most complex, but certainly the most superior. Whereas most modern games have small amounts of gameplay between cutscenes as they stuff the game's story down your throat. Bastion isn't like that, if you like that sort of game fine, just don't buy bastion and don't give it a bad review just because it isn't the game for you.

    Bastion 'drip feeds' you the story, if you woke up in an apocalypse would you know what happened right off the bat due to a convenient starting cutscene? No. So should a game tell you exactly what had happened before you start? Also no. Bastion takes the same approach as portal, it will give you information and it's your job to put it all together (this is where the CoD zombies will start to dislike it). But if you do piece it together like your character would have to it becomes one of the most involving stories you will ever play, to say you start feeling for the characters would be an understatement.

    2) The gameplay.
    As was mentioned earlier some people will have problems that will persuade them against buying the game from the demo. The most notable of these i the movement system, it's isometric, this is actually quite common and appears in magicka and a few other games. However you look at it Bastion is an indie game, they can't afford fancy 3d movement so they go for 2 and a half. It's, easier, cheaper and once you've gotten used to it doesn't sap the playability of the game (remember, just because a game isn't realistic doesn't mean it's a bad game, i'm looking at you CoD zombies) The second thing that might turn people away from this game is the comba system, it's not meant to be easy is the first thing i will say. If every game was easy they wouldn't get played, this is the kind of game where you might actually have to learn how to dodge attacks, or block, or use different loadouts against different foes (that is one big bit of advice there, if you keep getting stuck on a level, change your loadout). Again combat is part of the demo, so if you really don't like it the rest of the game has a lot more combat in it, so consider a different game. This is also where one of the negatives cmes in, thereis a weapon upgrade system and you keep getting new weapons, This means that by the end of it you will be OP and the challenge is more in finding out how to shoot the enemy before they see you (if you want to keep the game challenging later on, don't use the most powerful gun).

    3) the music, narration and artwork
    This was the deal maker for me, the narration is truly a superb idea, this is how you get drip fed the story. The voice some thing is annoying but i truly think this voice is a rival for samuel jackson in terms of how good it is for a voice over. The narration is active, it changes based on how you play, if you fall off it mentions that, if you die it talks about that too. If you don't like the narration then you can turn it off however doing this will make the game have no story because it's the source of the story. If you truly don't like the narration then you can simply not buy the game because the narration is in the demo.

    The music in bastion is also superb, all original compositions that lead to a brilliantly atmospheric game and it fits in neatly with the artwork, giving the game a sort of old fashioned feel. This does however mean that bastion is in effect 'ageless'. If a game tries for realism it will be outdone but a game that comes out a year or two after, Bastion avoids this by simply being beautifully made.

    In conclusion Bastion is the kind of game others should aspire to, the seamless combination of story and gameplay, thus allowing a compelling story without as much cutscenes as actual gameplay. The existence of a demo for this game means that you can see whether the game is worth buying before you buy it (if a game for $15 can give out a free demo then the heavily commercialised games at $60 definately need to). I will now deliberately avoid buying expensive games because if there isn't a free trail or a demo, i don't know if i'll enjoy playing it. Message to anyone who happens to be developing games or works with game developers trailers are not enough to know if you'll like a game.    … Expand
  19. BatCat
    Sep 25, 2012
    10
    This is an amazing game with great story, the dynamic narration is really cool. Each level get gradually harder and gives you a nice challenge. Achievements are well placed and I just really like...I also really admire the fact that they ported the game with monogame and that they have recently released the code. (the NaCli aspect is particularly interesting)
  20. AeNoR
    Sep 25, 2012
    10
    One of the greatest game I've ever played, and I've played a lot. Being very sensitive to the atmosphere of the games I play, I was delighted when playing Bastion. The gameplay is excellent and everyone will can pick his/her style by selecting the weapons you'll yield. You can't actually finich the game 100% on the first run, which you won't mind because it will be a pleasure to beat itOne of the greatest game I've ever played, and I've played a lot. Being very sensitive to the atmosphere of the games I play, I was delighted when playing Bastion. The gameplay is excellent and everyone will can pick his/her style by selecting the weapons you'll yield. You can't actually finich the game 100% on the first run, which you won't mind because it will be a pleasure to beat it again. It's possible to adjust the difficulty by making the ennemies stronger or tougher. The music is great, Darren Korb really manages to set a mood. Which brings me to the story. Bastion shines like no other game thanks to its extraordinary storytelling devices : it has background, it has good characters, it has great incidental musics and the voice of Logan Cunningham. The smooth graphics really tie the whole thing up. Bastion is what gaming is about : it's a wonderful experience.… Expand
  21. Xarxan
    Mar 19, 2017
    10
    One of the best indie games out there. Although one might say that any individual element isn't astonishing it's the whole packages that counts. And this is one is definitely more than the sum of it's parts.

    Only thing someone could complain about is the shorter length of the experience.
  22. xexoxix
    Oct 13, 2012
    10
    This game is the best game I have ever played. It outdid portal, which is really saying something. The beautiful landscape as well as intense gameplay makes for an excellent game. The ending of this game is phenomenal. This game is relatively short, but that is also a reason why I love it so much. I started off playing it as someone who does not have as much interest in RPGs, now I love them.
  23. YazzleDazzle
    Dec 8, 2012
    10
    An absolute triumph on all fronts. There are few games that draw me in so strongly that I cannot put it down and this is one of them. The game play is fun and the variety of weapons and their respective upgrades makes the combat challenging while still giving you an incredible amount of satisfaction. The level design is nothing short of brilliant. The appearance of the levels as youAn absolute triumph on all fronts. There are few games that draw me in so strongly that I cannot put it down and this is one of them. The game play is fun and the variety of weapons and their respective upgrades makes the combat challenging while still giving you an incredible amount of satisfaction. The level design is nothing short of brilliant. The appearance of the levels as you progress is a wonderful innovation that adds to the surreal environment that the developers have masterfully created. The running narrative is one of the highlights of the game. The deep, raspy voice that narrates as you play makes the game like a book you cannot put down. The well told story develops at a perfect pace and although the quests are largely similar, they rarely feel repetitive. Overall, this is a game i never cease to recommend. Gamers of all types will enjoy this beautifully presented masterpiece. The art style, music, story and game play will keep this game near the top of my best games list for a long time.… Expand
  24. knox140
    Dec 16, 2012
    10
    This game is downright amazing. Beautiful soundtrack (which I have bought on itunes), amazing art style, great gameplay and one of the best stories I have ever seen in a game. From what I can see, the people who didn't like Bastion are people who seem to think the gameplay is all that matters in a game, so if you're one of those people, don't buy Bastion, and stick to call of duty or Halo.This game is downright amazing. Beautiful soundtrack (which I have bought on itunes), amazing art style, great gameplay and one of the best stories I have ever seen in a game. From what I can see, the people who didn't like Bastion are people who seem to think the gameplay is all that matters in a game, so if you're one of those people, don't buy Bastion, and stick to call of duty or Halo. The best thing about Bastion is the story, it blends seamlessly together with everything else without compromise, and was genuinely emotional and moving, so if you have enough brains to play anything without guns of racism to middle eastern people, then I highly recommend Bastion, it's definitely worth any amount of money you pay for it. I made an account just to review this game.… Expand
  25. Kydos
    Dec 20, 2012
    10
    I was late to the party when it came to playing Bastion so I already had big expectations having heard nothing but good things. In the end I feel it lived up to these expectations. The artwork is very pleasing and the soundtrack is fantastic. The style of narration may have been branded as a gimmick but it's handled well and adds to the story. The combat has been branded as simplisticI was late to the party when it came to playing Bastion so I already had big expectations having heard nothing but good things. In the end I feel it lived up to these expectations. The artwork is very pleasing and the soundtrack is fantastic. The style of narration may have been branded as a gimmick but it's handled well and adds to the story. The combat has been branded as simplistic button-mashing by a few others on here but really the choice of weaponry and the unique way in which you increase the difficulty keep the game challenging for those who feel it's too straight-forward. Some people may feel it's a tad expensive but it's not the worst game you could be asked to pay a little extra for. Overall it was a very satisfying game and the ending was brilliant, kept me up late into the night because I couldn't bear waiting to finish it out.… Expand
  26. ChimeraTX
    Jan 6, 2013
    10
    Words can't really express how this game reached out to me, but I'll try. It is a work of art. In a long time I haven't experienced the enjoyment I have with this game. From the very beginning until the conclusion, I felt like I was constantly seeing something new, not to mention the self-building environment that was simply stunning. The quality standard in this game is absurdly high andWords can't really express how this game reached out to me, but I'll try. It is a work of art. In a long time I haven't experienced the enjoyment I have with this game. From the very beginning until the conclusion, I felt like I was constantly seeing something new, not to mention the self-building environment that was simply stunning. The quality standard in this game is absurdly high and puts some big companies to shame, specially if you consider Supergiant Games consists of nine people currently. It blows me away how well polished the game is, and how well constructed everything in it is. From the narrator to the music, everything seems cautiously put in the perfect way in the game, in order to try to give the player a breathtaking experience. Needless to say they managed it. If you're not sure as if to spend your money on this game or not, my advice is that you do, you won't regret it.… Expand
  27. WCBushy
    Jan 13, 2013
    10
    This game is the best game I have ever played.
    It's story has deep themes embedded within and the delivery, with its smooth narrator, makes it all the better. It's a story with genuine twists and the game is definitely conscious of your actions and expects you to be in turn.
    The game is absolutely beautiful. All the environments are hand painted and this, at least in my opinion, should    This game is the best game I have ever played.
    It's story has deep themes embedded within and the delivery, with its smooth narrator, makes it all the better. It's a story with genuine twists and the game is definitely conscious of your actions and expects you to be in turn.
    The game is absolutely beautiful. All the environments are hand painted and this, at least in my opinion, should become more widely used. However, painted pictures means less free movement of terrain and some enemies, who only grow and shrink to show action.
    The soundtrack is both daring and ingenious. A banjo and an electric guitar have never gone so well together.
    The gameplay is absolutely brilliant. even though some may say it is too easy, Bastion allows you to scale its difficulty in certain aspects at one time, making it easy to find a challenge that isn't impossible.

    To conclude: this game is for people who enjoy games as a media; a way to tell a story and entertain, not as mindless violence. This is a game to appreciate like art. In my book, this is a masterpiece.

    10/10    … Expand
  28. nach_in
    Jan 29, 2013
    10
    There's a lot of people saying they can't understand why it has so many good reviews. The answer is simple, they can't follow a story even if it's spoon-fed to them.
    This game is all about the story, and it's a great one. The gameplay and graphics are great for an indie game, but can't compete against more budgeted games of course. But the story is far ahead of mainstream games, it made    There's a lot of people saying they can't understand why it has so many good reviews. The answer is simple, they can't follow a story even if it's spoon-fed to them.
    This game is all about the story, and it's a great one. The gameplay and graphics are great for an indie game, but can't compete against more budgeted games of course. But the story is far ahead of mainstream games, it made me remember Diablo 1 and made me feel like a child again :D    … Expand
  29. Googles
    Feb 5, 2013
    10
    I will keep this as short as possible:

    Buy this game. Period. It's an amazing hack'n'slash type of game that will steal your heart in a matter of minutes. I loved playing it from the beginning 'till the end. The narrative is AMAZING. The story line is UNFORGETTABLE. I made a Metacritic account just to write a review for this game. It has a GREAT VARIETY of weapons and secret skills    I will keep this as short as possible:

    Buy this game. Period.

    It's an amazing hack'n'slash type of game that will steal your heart in a matter of minutes. I loved playing it from the beginning 'till the end. The narrative is AMAZING. The story line is UNFORGETTABLE. I made a Metacritic account just to write a review for this game. It has a GREAT VARIETY of weapons and secret skills that you can use. Each weapon has 5 upgrades for itself and each upgrade tier has 2 options to choose from so the options are more than enough to keep you entertained. The soundtracks for this game is also absolutely breath taking. I've downloaded them all and like to chill and listen to them sometimes.

    The absolute BEST THING about this game is the ending. You will LOVE IT; I guarantee it. I can't express enough how much this game simply blew me away with the ending. I almost broke a tear. It was a great accomplishment to have finished this game and an honor. I got this game for around $5 or so when it was on discount a while ago. I'm absolutely shocked how a game this amazing can cost that much. I would honestly pay a lot more for it.

    Buy it. You will not regret.    … Expand
  30. Komatchi
    Feb 18, 2013
    10
    This is the best game i have played in around 6 years or more. I have been looking for a game with that solid RPG feel; this one did it for me. The last ones I remember were a few Zelda games, maybe Pokemon, Earthbound, or Crystalis. Make sure you play it with a controller otherwise the auto target feature can get annoying which would probably explain some of the lower reviews. BetweenThis is the best game i have played in around 6 years or more. I have been looking for a game with that solid RPG feel; this one did it for me. The last ones I remember were a few Zelda games, maybe Pokemon, Earthbound, or Crystalis. Make sure you play it with a controller otherwise the auto target feature can get annoying which would probably explain some of the lower reviews. Between that and the narrator this game gets a 10. This made a place in my top 5 favorite games for sure!… Expand
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Awards & Rankings

14
#14 Best PC Game of 2011
17
#17 Most Discussed PC Game of 2011
23
#23 Most Shared PC Game of 2011

Critic Reviews

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Metascore
86

Generally favorable reviews - based on 17 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 16 out of 17
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 17
  3. Negative: 0 out of 17
  1. ActionTrip
    Jan 24, 2012
    83
    It's a highly polished, bug-free bundle of fun and at $15, it's a steal. Kudos to Supergiant Games.
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  2. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Oct 30, 2011
    70
    Visually stunning independent action RPG impresses you with a captivating world but will disappoint you with a dull and boring combat system. [Oct 2011]
  3. Everyeye.it
    Oct 9, 2011
    75
    Bastion hides a fun traditional gameplay under gorgeous and innovative visuals, that on the long run could come short in variety.
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