Chivalry: Medieval Warfare

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7.7

Generally favorable reviews- based on 972 Ratings

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  1. dowhatnow
    Nov 12, 2012
    6
    The game is the same free mod Age of Chivalry except now it's on the UT3 engine. It has slightly better graphics, some added combat features, and more weapons. The game is VERY buggy as of writing this and the game is its beta stage - It's not a polished product. The combat is pretty decent but it feels slow and clunky compared to Age of Chivalry. Combat seems to favour attack spam moreThe game is the same free mod Age of Chivalry except now it's on the UT3 engine. It has slightly better graphics, some added combat features, and more weapons. The game is VERY buggy as of writing this and the game is its beta stage - It's not a polished product. The combat is pretty decent but it feels slow and clunky compared to Age of Chivalry. Combat seems to favour attack spam more than accurate controlled hits and blocking/dodging. A lot of times due to bugs/lag or just flawed game mechanics combat is inaccurately depicted on your screen - Things like players blocking with shield before it's equipped and shown in their hand or someone parry/blocking an attack an no parry/blocking animation is shown or player's hitting you without facing you - stuff like that. Anyway it's not a horrible game and for $25 bucks it's pretty decent. If the dev team fixes all the bugs and issues like they say then I would give it a 8/10.… Expand
  2. Spaznik
    Oct 23, 2012
    10
    Amazing game, fun in every single way (except archery maybe). Buy it without a doubt, it will give you 50 hours minimum worth of fun multiplayer times.
  3. K3npachi
    Apr 26, 2013
    1
    The most annoying game I've ever played.
    Only two class rule the servers (vanguard, knight), archer is so lame I cant see far just 50m, cant kick with bow I can't block with bow, the weapon change is really slow...
    I can't block some attack with secondary weapon.
    This game is sucks, waste of my money.
  4. Sparlo
    Oct 19, 2012
    10
    Amazing game. The combat seems simple but there is so much strategy and depth to the melee system, more so than any other similar medieval slasher. Unlike war of the roses, the combat doesn't feel floaty and light, each blow feels powerful and heavy. The objective modes are incredibly fun and unique, and there is a strong need for teamwork. Also the decapitations are freaking cool :D JustAmazing game. The combat seems simple but there is so much strategy and depth to the melee system, more so than any other similar medieval slasher. Unlike war of the roses, the combat doesn't feel floaty and light, each blow feels powerful and heavy. The objective modes are incredibly fun and unique, and there is a strong need for teamwork. Also the decapitations are freaking cool :D Just buy the game already.… Expand
  5. Azix220
    Oct 22, 2012
    9
    Unique game and a good time. I waited a couple days before purchasing because I was skeptical. The WotR and MnB people made like the game was awful. I waited until just before totalbiscuit posted his video in which he gives Chivalry a slight advantage to WotR. I am glad that I bought it - it is very fun to even play against the bots for practice. I highly recommend the tutorial and playingUnique game and a good time. I waited a couple days before purchasing because I was skeptical. The WotR and MnB people made like the game was awful. I waited until just before totalbiscuit posted his video in which he gives Chivalry a slight advantage to WotR. I am glad that I bought it - it is very fun to even play against the bots for practice. I highly recommend the tutorial and playing against bots 1v1 to make sure you learn the mechanics.

    After you get rolling in this game, it is hard to stop. 1v1 with another real player is where this game truly shines.

    I am looking forward to more updates for some minor bug fixes, content, and UI improvements.    … Expand
  6. Taalen
    Nov 15, 2012
    3
    Poor, simplified Mount&Blade clone. Does nothing better than its role model. If you're interested in the subject, buy M&B instead. If you already have it, don't waste your money on Chivalry. You'll get nothing out of it.
  7. netstorm
    Oct 19, 2012
    10
    Finally a fun fps style game. It's been a while since I've played a game that was fun like this. This was made by a small group of people so that's probably why it plays so well as compared to big company made games. The blood, and guts are awesome, and I love playing the archer character for a challenge.
  8. Leader2light
    Oct 20, 2012
    10
    Epic amazing game. A MUST BUY

    LOVE IT

    The combat is better than any other melee game I've played. its hard to believe this is from an indie studio. If you like fast paced, smart, melee combat, this game is for you.
  9. Rodymetal
    Oct 17, 2012
    9
    After M&B and WOTR, this game nailed the Melee combat system, the learning curve is very short, it is easy to control you character with all the movement and blocking, and in very few hours you can be decent player in MP, but with all those simple control you can do many things and tricks and the combat will look even better with skilled player, more realistic and as the developers saidAfter M&B and WOTR, this game nailed the Melee combat system, the learning curve is very short, it is easy to control you character with all the movement and blocking, and in very few hours you can be decent player in MP, but with all those simple control you can do many things and tricks and the combat will look even better with skilled player, more realistic and as the developers said Hollywood realistic. They just deliver what they promised 100% the weapons variety is just amazing and very balanced, you will enjoy mastering each weapon in the game, the classes are so different from each other yet they are balanced. Graphics, sounds and overall feel of the game is just stunning for such an Indy game, for sure it beats the other competitors in term of these, I am sure that the game will last very long time live with a lot of player and supported community, I hope all the success for the developers for future add-on/ games. I gave the game 9 cause there are still some area of improvement, and I am sure the developers will make most of them very soon. If you you like 1st person MP, medieval combat or melee style in general get this game with no hesitation, for it is price I ensure it will deliver you 100% satisfaction.… Expand
  10. Saeverin
    Oct 18, 2012
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I think this is one of the best game of the year. It is very tactical and team based. At first its very hard but after 20 games you can really good play it.:D… Expand
  11. Ratkoon
    Oct 19, 2012
    8
    The fact that this game is indie should not be a factor in your purchase. The fact is this game delivers on it's promises to create one hell of a realistic experience. The graphics are beautiful, far beyond what an indie studio should be able to produce on such a small budget. The game play is good, but it's not great. There needs to be tweaking done to balance the weapons, and someThe fact that this game is indie should not be a factor in your purchase. The fact is this game delivers on it's promises to create one hell of a realistic experience. The graphics are beautiful, far beyond what an indie studio should be able to produce on such a small budget. The game play is good, but it's not great. There needs to be tweaking done to balance the weapons, and some upgrades to the hit box system would be nice. However all of the flaws are minor, for the most part it works how you would expect it to work. The maps are well designed, however you can get stuck on seemingly non-existing rocks or invisible walls from time to time.

    Conclusion: The game is good for what it is, those who expected more shouldn't play a combat game based around such a simple time. Everything works, it runs smooth, and there are no huge balance issues. It can only get better from here. I rate the game an 8, as no game is perfect, and this game has it's flaws. It is indie after all.    … Expand
  12. Garudazeno
    Oct 25, 2012
    9
    People need to stop bashing Chivalry when they play War of the Roses and vice versa.
    This game is completely different from War of the Roses as it originated from Mount and Blade: Warband
    and this game came from the hl2 mod Age of Chivalry. Why i prefer Chivalry over Wotr is the intensity of the combat and the simple but addicting unlock system, although the system in Wotr is very nice    People need to stop bashing Chivalry when they play War of the Roses and vice versa.
    This game is completely different from War of the Roses as it originated from Mount and Blade: Warband
    and this game came from the hl2 mod Age of Chivalry. Why i prefer Chivalry over Wotr is the intensity of the combat and the simple but addicting unlock system, although the system in Wotr is very nice too, it doesn't
    really fit the genre. People complaining about the animations haven't played it enough, sure they could use some updating because they aren't really smooth but they are still very nice. Even though Wotr has more weapons, the weapons in chivalry feel more unique, and i have more of a gotta catch em all feel than in Wotr. Regardless they are both great games but i prefer Chivalry. (Also because it's first person.)

    P.S. please fix javelins, they are severely underpowered.    … Expand
  13. Deathwing
    Oct 31, 2012
    10
    The most epic game this year .
    The melee combat as you never saw it before .
    It is almost like you are there , extremely imersive atmosphere . Recomend it .
  14. FrostFire626
    Nov 1, 2012
    9
    This game has just about everything I have ever looked for in a game. It's beautiful, challenging, complex, original, and an absolute thrill to play. This is the first game that has ever evoked a genuine sense of blood lust inside of me, that is how visceral the experience can be. This is my surprise Game of the Year.
  15. DuncanIdahoTPF
    Jan 25, 2013
    4
    The game suffers from the same problems as the free source mod plus a few more. The animations of weapons swung are off from what is actually connecting. You will see someone pull back to take a swing and take damage the same instance before their swing or thrust displays as connecting. Unlike the free mod, you will get stuck on stationary objects and the movement in the game doesn'tThe game suffers from the same problems as the free source mod plus a few more. The animations of weapons swung are off from what is actually connecting. You will see someone pull back to take a swing and take damage the same instance before their swing or thrust displays as connecting. Unlike the free mod, you will get stuck on stationary objects and the movement in the game doesn't compensate for this at all.

    Plus there is a whole host of bugs including throw-able weapons 'breaking' so they don't won't work anymore. I also experienced the chat system breaking.

    This isn't really the game or the company's fault, but the game attracts a lot of children who haven't hit puberty yet, so get ready for squeaky voices over the built in voice chat.    … Expand
  16. Khitchary
    Nov 27, 2012
    9
    The worst thing about this game would be the buggy tutorial. After that it is pretty much pure fun. Someone with no fps background at all (like me) will find the hard to master bit very true, but anyone who likes the idea of fps style gameplay with swords could not go wrong with this title.
  17. Hamlsh
    Nov 10, 2012
    8
    this game is a fun little stop gap till M&B2, after the disappointment of war of the roses, i like some of the different features compared to M&B, for instance you cant constantly hold your block/parry once its been hit (sadly no directional block), adding couching to melee, great idea,nothing beats sprinting around with a spear and stabbing people, along with the deployable pavise forthis game is a fun little stop gap till M&B2, after the disappointment of war of the roses, i like some of the different features compared to M&B, for instance you cant constantly hold your block/parry once its been hit (sadly no directional block), adding couching to melee, great idea,nothing beats sprinting around with a spear and stabbing people, along with the deployable pavise for crossbows, its also enjoyable watching someone get impaled into the spike pillar in the arena, they got the decapitation/dismemberment just right, not too in your face "finish him" style, it just happens, arms and heads come off and you move on.… Expand
  18. nitty
    Aug 19, 2013
    1
    Enjoyed this game in the beginning but it has turned into a Vanguard left mouse button spamming fest. The Vanguard class is too powerful and torn banner ignore calls for it to be balanced. I've deleted this game and will never play it again.
  19. Elc1247
    Jul 25, 2013
    6
    As much as I want to like this game, the frustrating parts of it really kill the fun of the game.

    first off, the idea is solid, it just was half-implemented. melee combat is interesting and they did add a little bit of depth into it, but it is far from being a well done combat system at all. beware of MANY issues with the combat, the biggest being lag, they have not addressed lag    As much as I want to like this game, the frustrating parts of it really kill the fun of the game.

    first off, the idea is solid, it just was half-implemented. melee combat is interesting and they did add a little bit of depth into it, but it is far from being a well done combat system at all.

    beware of MANY issues with the combat, the biggest being lag, they have not addressed lag well enough, as a melee game is extremely intense and you MUST have split second control over your attacks. the lag in this game makes it VERY hard to properly land hits and block. not just that but many times, when you try to swing your weapon, it takes half a second for your character to actually start swinging, the input lag is variable, it can vary from no problem to holy crap, why is my guy acting so retarded? SWING THE DAMNED SWORD YOU STUPID IDIOT!

    I dont like how they implemented the level unlocks, it is completely UNnecessary, and it ruins the balance. there seem to be weapons that are just plain WAY better than the others, and you often see very high level players only using those.

    also, when it comes to parrying attacks, its a crapshot, sometimes the game lets you, other times it just decides to let the enemy's attack through, almost always ending up with you getting 1-shotted. not just that but the damage system seems a little out of whack, I remember getting 1-shotted many times while I had my TOWER shield up against the enemy, then they proceed to 1-shot me with a dagger... WHAT?!?

    This game is a buggy and laggy mess, I can see what they wanted to do with it, but the execution was sub-par, leaving many major issues that really kill the fun in the game.

    oh, one last thing, DONT TRY TO REBIND YOUR KEYS! it doesnt work... It will not rebind mouse buttons properly after the first setup, so if you choose something for your extra mouse buttons, its permanent, you cant change it.    … Expand
  20. plain_ole_pain
    Nov 26, 2012
    10
    This game gets an easy 10. Why? Because no company in the right mind would attempt a game like this unless you are crazy indie developer. 1. This game is difficult to make period. No big company wants to take that kind of risk they would rather give you the same FPS they have been giving you for last 10 years. Again why? Because we morons keep giving them the money to continue the insanityThis game gets an easy 10. Why? Because no company in the right mind would attempt a game like this unless you are crazy indie developer. 1. This game is difficult to make period. No big company wants to take that kind of risk they would rather give you the same FPS they have been giving you for last 10 years. Again why? Because we morons keep giving them the money to continue the insanity and I include myself in supporting this stupidity. 2.. Gameplay is 1st to these developers everything else is secondary. Wild thought process having fun is the main focus of a game. 3. They listen to their community and keep us updated on all game progress. Say what? That… Expand
  21. MitchWanderer
    Jan 26, 2013
    5
    Don't tell me this is a good game: I geve it 5 only because i consider it quite... "indie", but if it were a standard game, I would have gave it 3 or 4. 1. The gameplay consists in a mish-mash of blades and spears, where you only have to slash everyone that came near you or you find uncovered (your teammates are among them); 2. It is difficult to make tactics if you are sourrounded: youDon't tell me this is a good game: I geve it 5 only because i consider it quite... "indie", but if it were a standard game, I would have gave it 3 or 4. 1. The gameplay consists in a mish-mash of blades and spears, where you only have to slash everyone that came near you or you find uncovered (your teammates are among them); 2. It is difficult to make tactics if you are sourrounded: you are dead; 3. With these features, all melee virtuosoty become useless: just find an enemy overwhelmed and kill him.
    I don't want to criticize the graphic too much: it is simply too heavy for his performance.
    I also found the translation into my main lenguage quite bad and unfinished.    … Expand
  22. cristiano110
    May 23, 2013
    9
    The game is the one of the best I've ever had, and I actualy play more than BF3, or other big games.
    It's very good, and it's not very easy to play, than you will have different levels of duels while playing multiplayer.
    I would pay $50 or more for it. The producers are always trying to make the game better, and releasing new game content. The only bad is that you can see some bugs,    The game is the one of the best I've ever had, and I actualy play more than BF3, or other big games.
    It's very good, and it's not very easy to play, than you will have different levels of duels while playing multiplayer.
    I would pay $50 or more for it. The producers are always trying to make the game better, and releasing new game content. The only bad is that you can see some bugs, 'cause its and Indie game.    … Expand
  23. HONDOMAN
    Nov 4, 2013
    9
    This is possibly the most fun I've ever had in a multiplayer game. $24.99 is a steal. It's so much fun. The visuals are stunning as well. The sun is the most beautiful sun I've seen in a game. The gameplay is fantastic and it's always fun to cut a person's head off while battle-crying.
  24. Poopypants
    Oct 18, 2012
    9
    Chivalry is what War of the Roses could and should have been. As a Veteran Mount & Blade: Warband gamer, I was looking for a fast-paced, skill-based multiplayer experience. I bought into War of the Roses hoping it would be the spiritual successor to Warband, but the melee in WotR is horribly clunky and the "realistic" armor modeling means that certain classes are invincible againstChivalry is what War of the Roses could and should have been. As a Veteran Mount & Blade: Warband gamer, I was looking for a fast-paced, skill-based multiplayer experience. I bought into War of the Roses hoping it would be the spiritual successor to Warband, but the melee in WotR is horribly clunky and the "realistic" armor modeling means that certain classes are invincible against others. In other aspects WotR has no realism at all, having an arcade "tackle" mechanic and spawning players immediately into battles.

    Chivalry fixes all of these problems. Combat is 100% skill-based. Although there's no "directional" attacking and blocking a la Warband and WotR, blocks must be timed perfectly and cannot be held infinitely. The graphics -- with dismemberment! -- and audio are superior for an indie studio, with the right touches of humor thrown in for a multiplayer red vs. blue game that doesn't need to take its lore overly seriously. The minor problems in Chivalry at the moment which keep it from a perfect score, like poor VOIP and no coded team balancing, should be worked out soon according to developers on the forums. Looking forward to playing this game for a very long time.    … Expand
  25. somemadcaaant
    Oct 27, 2012
    8
    Lots of fun, not as polished as War of the roses but has more content and multiplayer modes including killing peasants for points lol. War of the roses for 1 on 1 battles and this for multiplayer skirmishes.
  26. FB242
    Jan 30, 2013
    0
    Really bad game. Clunky, slow, unresponsive button mashing removing as many teammates as foes with choppy wild swings from an overpowered glitchy weapon.
  27. Fede-lasse
    Dec 25, 2012
    0
    I intentionally got this over War of the Roses, hoping it would be better.

    I guessed wrong. It's horribly slow and unpredictable. Incredibly stale if I don't at least spice it up with some micspam.
  28. jlaff
    Oct 9, 2014
    0
    Can you believe that after four years of beta, this game might actually be worse than what they started with? If you didn't like what consoles did to Call of Duty, you can find more of the same in this game. This game STILL has bugs galore, and it is now being altered to drastically in time for an Xbox/Playstation release. They have nerfed the archer class to the point of completeCan you believe that after four years of beta, this game might actually be worse than what they started with? If you didn't like what consoles did to Call of Duty, you can find more of the same in this game. This game STILL has bugs galore, and it is now being altered to drastically in time for an Xbox/Playstation release. They have nerfed the archer class to the point of complete uselessness, and the death knell for the class came over two patches AFTER they released data showing the archer class was already by far the least played class in the game. Presumably all in an attempt to create a fair environment for consoles and "auto-aim". Amazing concept marred by inept, amateur developer that lacks the resources to create a separate gaming experience on console and pc.… Expand
  29. Aonien
    Mar 11, 2013
    4
    The worst problem I have with this game is that it is far too glitchy. Hit detection is horrible, blocking doesn't work sometimes, and when you hit an enemy that is attacking, it may or may not cancel his attack, even though it's supposed to. Some of the missions are unfair as one of the teams spawn at the end of the map while the other spawns right next to the objective. Spamming rightThe worst problem I have with this game is that it is far too glitchy. Hit detection is horrible, blocking doesn't work sometimes, and when you hit an enemy that is attacking, it may or may not cancel his attack, even though it's supposed to. Some of the missions are unfair as one of the teams spawn at the end of the map while the other spawns right next to the objective. Spamming right mouse button to block when being attacked is a common reaction, however if you press it more than one time during any part of your block, you will immediately block right after that. Some weapons are unbalanced, but that's to be expected of any game. I'm not saying the whole game is bad, though. The soundtrack is one of the best I've ever heard, better than the music that large companies make. The voice acting is handled professionally, and the missions are creative and fun like blowing up ships or breaking down medieval gates. The graphics are beautiful, depending on your settings, however the controls could be improved a little bit. Since this game is still in beta, I'll leave this 4 right here, but who knows what the future holds for this game?… Expand
  30. Necrotaur
    Dec 23, 2012
    4
    I like the concept, I really do, but the controls are clunky, the hit detection is terrible, and most matches wind up being a melee of people swinging wildly, killing as many of their own team as the enemy. The graphics and atmosphere are good for an indie game, but that's really all I can praise it for.
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79

Generally favorable reviews - based on 24 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 19 out of 24
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 24
  3. Negative: 0 out of 24
  1. GameOver.gr
    Feb 26, 2013
    70
    A multiplayer experience that offers a realistic point of view of the Medieval melee battles. It's not fit for everyone, but if you get past the glitches and the high difficulty curve, you'll find an enjoyable and addictive game.
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  2. PC Master (Greece)
    Feb 4, 2013
    80
    Chivalry is slightly… bipolar. The spectacle of a duel (especially if the two opponents are seasoned veterans) can be spectacularly breath-taking, a complex choreography that one can only marvel at. Blocks, feints, slashes, back-steps, side-hits: despite initial impressions, this can be a truly intellectual game of tactics, requiring high skills, observation and deviousness. On the other hand, the spectacle of a massive battle of fifty warriors can be ridiculously chaotic: especially if the players are inexperienced and go for blind “hack and slash” tactics, it’s more like a metal concert mosh pit than a battle for glory and honor. [February 2013]
  3. PC Gamer
    Feb 1, 2013
    81
    Chivalry is Quake to War of the Roses' Battlefield, and those seeking a faster-paced bloodier experience will undoubtedly prefer Chivalry's type of steel. [March 2013, p.65]
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