F.I.S.T.: Forged In Shadow Torch

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User Score
7.3

Mixed or average reviews- based on 51 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 31 out of 51
  2. Mixed: 14 out of 51
  3. Negative: 6 out of 51

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  1. karakul
    Jan 31, 2022
    2
    Всё удовольствие от игры убила ужасная система чекпоинтов. Чекпоинты расставлены хрен пойми как и бывает, что умерев на боссе ты потом около минуты вынужден прыгать по пустым локациям до арены. Также чертовски раздражает, что в меню нет списка приемов. Чтобы их увидеть нужно дойти до специального автомата, в котором навыки апгрейдятся. А в некоторых частях карты таких автоматов нет ниВсё удовольствие от игры убила ужасная система чекпоинтов. Чекпоинты расставлены хрен пойми как и бывает, что умерев на боссе ты потом около минуты вынужден прыгать по пустым локациям до арены. Также чертовски раздражает, что в меню нет списка приемов. Чтобы их увидеть нужно дойти до специального автомата, в котором навыки апгрейдятся. А в некоторых частях карты таких автоматов нет ни одного. Эти два нюанса убивают всё веселье и оставляют от игры только лишь негативное послевкусие. Тот же Ori при схожей сложности таких ощущений не вызывает.… Expand
  2. teatom
    Oct 5, 2021
    1
    In desperate need of optimisation.
    Obviously the team is far more concerned with the PS5 release, right now, than all other platforms, but as it stands, mid-range rigs have absolutely no hope of running this game at over 5fps and as such, it's unplayable for the majority of PC gamers.
    I'll update, as and when the team focus on the PC version but for right now don't assume that you can    In desperate need of optimisation.
    Obviously the team is far more concerned with the PS5 release, right now, than all other platforms, but as it stands, mid-range rigs have absolutely no hope of running this game at over 5fps and as such, it's unplayable for the majority of PC gamers.
    I'll update, as and when the team focus on the PC version but for right now don't assume that you can run this game, just because you can run other UE4 games.    … Expand
  3. max1c
    Jan 24, 2022
    0
    Solid game but nothing amazing. Good story, music, art. Mechanics are just ok and the recovery mechanic is horrible. Some specific things are pretty buggy/poorly designed. Overall worth playing.
  4. somovbiu
    May 4, 2023
    0
    What the actual **** crap is this? The control is totally messed up with a controller. This game is a bug fest. Guess it is what you expect from made in China.
  5. DobreBobre
    Dec 28, 2022
    2
    Pros:
    -This is a game
    - it starts - you can play it Cons: - disgusting graphics as if from ps3 - banal and lengthy presentation of the plot - a billion cut-scenes devoid of content and transitions every 10 seconds - dull game design - boring combat - poor performance - general bad taste Conclusion: When the chinese imitate something western art, the result is stinky ****    Pros:
    -This is a game
    - it starts
    - you can play it
    Cons:
    - disgusting graphics as if from ps3
    - banal and lengthy presentation of the plot
    - a billion cut-scenes devoid of content and transitions every 10 seconds
    - dull game design
    - boring combat
    - poor performance
    - general bad taste

    Conclusion:
    When the chinese imitate something western art, the result is stinky ****
    But anime fans should like it as usual    … Expand

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#72 Best PC Game of 2021

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Metascore
81

Generally favorable reviews - based on 7 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 7
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 7
  3. Negative: 0 out of 7
  1. XboxEra
    Jun 27, 2023
    80
    F.I.S.T. Forged in Shadow Torch is a well-made, beautiful action-focused Metroidvania. The combat starts off slow but when it clicks it is excellent. The traversal and platforming are top-notch, and even though I’m not too much of a furry I grew to enjoy the characters and story quickly.
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  2. Worth Playing
    May 16, 2022
    85
    F.I.S.T.: Forged in Shadow Torch may be an awkwardly named game, but it is also a solid Metroidvania title. The game may follow the genre blueprint faithfully, but the environments feel more than a series of corridors, since there are a number of open-air areas to traverse. The combat is fluid, and the movement tricks make you feel powerful very early in the game. The adventure flows by at a good pace, and the amount of secrets will keep you exploring each environment for quite some time. Genre fans and those who love a good 2D adventure will be happy with this title in their collection.
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  3. GameSpace
    Mar 23, 2022
    85
    F.I.S.T.: Forged in Shadow Torch is a very beautiful Metroidvania with some backtracking that won’t interfere with your exploration of the game’s story. The plot is able to easily grab and hold players’ attention without being boring. The game also features some interesting decisions when it comes to classic Metroidvania mechanics.
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