Dungeon Siege: Legends of Aranna

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7.7

Generally favorable reviews- based on 46 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 24 out of 46
  2. Mixed: 20 out of 46
  3. Negative: 2 out of 46
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  1. PeterK.
    Dec 11, 2003
    10
    OK, so it is linear and violent and repetitive. I loved the original and this expansion cost me a few sleepless night too!
  2. nitorita
    Jan 10, 2020
    9
    I've had this game for the largest part of my life. I grew up on it. I've played through each map several times, including the bonus ones (Yesterhaven and Return to Arhok).

    Overall, although Dungeon Siege is a bit repetitive with the point and clicking, it satisfies an itch that its sequels and competitor Diablo II fail to satisfy. Yes, the maps are linear. Yes, the game is predictable.    I've had this game for the largest part of my life. I grew up on it. I've played through each map several times, including the bonus ones (Yesterhaven and Return to Arhok).

    Overall, although Dungeon Siege is a bit repetitive with the point and clicking, it satisfies an itch that its sequels and competitor Diablo II fail to satisfy. Yes, the maps are linear. Yes, the game is predictable. Yes, the story is a bit tacky. But the game manages to suck you in anyway, and keeps you wanting to play for "one more minute." The music is absolutely magnificent, and suits each region perfectly.

    The multiplayer map (Utraean Peninsula) is amazing, and you can definitely tell that an insane amount of work was put into it. The forest, desert, interlocking regions... Just spectacular. The single-player Kingdom of Ehb map is wonderful to play through as well, and although the Legends of Aranna map isn't as lengthy, it's certainly not bad either. The sheer length of each map easily makes the experience worth your while.

    There are some flaws with the game's balancing (e.g. summons, pack animals, shrines, drop rarity, Combat Magic, etc.), but you can largely ignore them. Just play the way you want, because the game doesn't try to punish you for mistakes. You'll find enjoyment in just about everything you fiddle around with.

    I believe that everyone should play Dungeon Siege at least once in their lives if they're an action RPG fan. Nowadays it's dated, a bit glitchy on modern PCs, and requires some workarounds for multiplayer, but it's definitely still playable. And on the topic of mods, there are ton of them out there that improve the game and make it even more fun to play. Just try it; you'll see why it's so amazing.    … Expand
  3. SubakA.
    Jan 11, 2004
    1
    I don't see why everyone has to vote 10 all the time, even if they don't claim the game is perfect. I frankly don't think this expansion deserves a 1 but it's obviously not 10 either. So here is my vote for a little balanced.
  4. ChrisP.
    Jan 17, 2004
    7
    I agree. Game has some glaring faults that are even worse than in DS1, I.E. the combat stances kinda suck. Unless you set it to "hold position", your entire party will take off after anything that comes within visual range and will continue chasing it until 1. it goes out of vis. range, 2. they catch it and kill it, 3. something catches and kills you, 4. you stop them. You'll be I agree. Game has some glaring faults that are even worse than in DS1, I.E. the combat stances kinda suck. Unless you set it to "hold position", your entire party will take off after anything that comes within visual range and will continue chasing it until 1. it goes out of vis. range, 2. they catch it and kill it, 3. something catches and kills you, 4. you stop them. You'll be stopping your party a lot.… Expand
  5. MateusC.
    Feb 3, 2006
    7
    If you didn't play the first game, this is your chance. If you know Dungeon Siege think this only a weak expansion compared with original game.
  6. AndreasI.
    Feb 14, 2005
    6
    I was expecting the expansion pack beacause i thought that they might put some extras like class and something like that but they didnt! They didnt even put something new to character creation! Its a nice game to spend your time for fun especially On-Line but i am waiting for Dungeon Siege 2.
  7. MichaelF.
    Nov 12, 2003
    10
    Great Game. Great fun. Basically two whole games for the price of one. A stupendous buy for any game fan.
  8. BillE.
    Nov 14, 2003
    10
    This game rocks! I am only halfway through but it definitely does a better job of keeping the player caught up than Diablo II with the same level of action. This one is much harder than the original.
  9. MichaelF.
    Nov 12, 2003
    10
    Great Game. Great fun. Basically two whole games for the price of one. A stupendous buy for any game fan.
  10. Kai82
    Jan 28, 2021
    5
    Sadly this is the most unremarkable and generic standalone expansion I know. While it is not truly awful I was always waiting for the game to take momentum and become better. It did not happened and boredom became a problem. The story starts in the town of Arhok on the continent of Aranna were the player character is tasked by the mayor to help to save the supply caves which are overrun bySadly this is the most unremarkable and generic standalone expansion I know. While it is not truly awful I was always waiting for the game to take momentum and become better. It did not happened and boredom became a problem. The story starts in the town of Arhok on the continent of Aranna were the player character is tasked by the mayor to help to save the supply caves which are overrun by monsters. However a greater tragedy happens as the Staff of Stars is gone missing (powerful artifact with a lot of backstory). You follow the clues to get it back and prevent a disaster. Like I said the story is RPG standard. Insert artifact / weapon / item here that is stolen and can cause mayor havoc and must be retrieved form the villains by the hero. While the main games story was not up to the best stories in games too it had it moments and was worthwhile. Here there are some interesting ideas but nothing is at the end worth writing home. Gameplay wise it is more of the same from Dungeon Siege (with some additions). A solid action RPG. You have no fixed class. Instead you have 3 stats and 4 abilities. The abilities are melee combat, ranged combat, combat magic and nature magic. These level up if you use them in battle (melee attacks for melee, ranged attacks for ranged etc.) and are connected to your stats. The stats are strength, dexterity and intelligence. All stats are leveled up with enough experience points from all abilities no matter which one you favor / use but the most connected ability is increased at a higher amount. For example if you use melee combat your strength will increase really fast but your intelligence only a little bit. So your magic spells will not be a force to be recognized. It is for you to chose what you want. I always picked an archer (dexterity) with magic as backup. Alternatively both magic stats use intelligence so there is an overlap. Also as per RPG standards it takes longer and longer to level up. You don't need to be good in everything as you can hire characters that join your party which are controlled by AI. The expansion adds set items (Bonus effects the more pieces you equip), new spells and a few improvements. A big appeal is of cause the loot. Like for example in Diablo and later Borderlands it is so enjoyable to find better and better equipment like weapons, armors and accessories. Without this I would rate it even lower. The presentation was fine for its time and I want to mention that I had no serious bugs or glitches (same as main game). Overall I would avoid this game as it was boring after a while and it did not age well. There are better options out there.… Expand
  11. cezar88augusto
    Sep 25, 2020
    10
    I consider this a great game for the time. Great RPG elements with a very immersive history. I remember I could be playing for hours and hours!
  12. DorlGaming
    Jun 4, 2023
    6
    The game does not have a bad atmosphere, interesting role-playing system, but has a rather unfortunate approach to the combat system and low frame rate.

Awards & Rankings

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#97 Best PC Game of 2003
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#85 Most Discussed PC Game of 2003

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Metascore
73

Mixed or average reviews - based on 27 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 16 out of 27
  2. Mixed: 10 out of 27
  3. Negative: 1 out of 27
  1. GameSpy
    90
    Almost a full-fledged sequel in its own right. Not only do you get the full original game, but you also get a new campaign with a more than respectable amount of game time, new spells, treasures, monsters, and improved interface options.
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  2. Computer and Video Games
    78
    It's a welcome and entertaining addition to an excellent game. [PC Zone]
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  3. Game Informer
    75
    Legends of Aranna delivers. With about fifteen hours of gameplay, lots of new items to collect, and a horde of monsters and boxes to destroy, this expansion offers plenty for gamers who love to increase stats and find fancy weapons and armor. [Jan 2004, p.155]
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