King's Bounty: The Legend

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8.7

Generally favorable reviews- based on 383 Ratings

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  1. Positive: 335 out of 383
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  3. Negative: 18 out of 383
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  1. KabliC.
    Oct 1, 2008
    10
    Great game - immense, very rich, and although I am still journeying, already clearly a very long game indeed! Graphics are cool, but the gameplay is what you'll be glad you spent your money on: the tactical battles are great fun, challenging and thoughtful enough, and it's all wrapped up in a cosy, interesting and colorful world of adventure. So if you want some nice graphical Great game - immense, very rich, and although I am still journeying, already clearly a very long game indeed! Graphics are cool, but the gameplay is what you'll be glad you spent your money on: the tactical battles are great fun, challenging and thoughtful enough, and it's all wrapped up in a cosy, interesting and colorful world of adventure. So if you want some nice graphical alt-world escapism mixed with cerebral exercise in the strategic battles, with oodles of care and attention given to every inch of it -- then you might like this game a lot. There's a demo on their site so you don't have to risk much to find out for your self though.… Expand
  2. DenisStepanov
    Nov 1, 2008
    10
    A great game for all RPG and strategy fans! Amazing animations, attention to details, very interesting and intriguing battles (frankly speaking, far mor interesting, beautiful and animated than in HOMM series) and cool sounds make this game vital for all gamers who likes thinking, not just shooting. A certain must-have!
  3. WolfMan
    Oct 13, 2008
    10
    Agreeing with a lot of the other reviews, this is reminiscent of HOM&M but much, much better. At level 6 and thoroughly enjoying it. Only a few down points: Map could be reworked a bit, its easy to get a bit disoriented, would like a quest point marker on map, minor spelling/grammatical errors. Other than that I fully recommend it, worth the money.
  4. Jamie
    Oct 1, 2008
    10
    The best strategy game I've played in years. Imagine Heroes 5 with better graphics and much deeper strategy. Warning: This game is DIFFICULT. On the other hand, it's absolutely addictive - I haven't played anything else since I got it. BUY THIS GAME!!!! If you like strategy you won't regret it!!!
  5. MikoS.
    Oct 2, 2008
    10
    I've been waiting for a good tactical pseudo-RPG for a long, long time, then out of nowhere suddenly this. Like Heroes of Might & Magic if HoM&M was much, much better. A true gem in a year of disappointing games. Unmissable.
  6. Andrew
    Apr 30, 2009
    10
    Why all keep talking that Kb the Legend is like HOMM? Actually there was the original KB which gave birth to the Heroes and some other titles. It was by the far the best game runnung on IBM PC XT with 1MHz and 64Kb of memory :) I'm playing it sometimes even now. So it is HOMM like KB and The Legend is it's brilliant development. The realm is bright and beautiful, unlike a Why all keep talking that Kb the Legend is like HOMM? Actually there was the original KB which gave birth to the Heroes and some other titles. It was by the far the best game runnung on IBM PC XT with 1MHz and 64Kb of memory :) I'm playing it sometimes even now. So it is HOMM like KB and The Legend is it's brilliant development. The realm is bright and beautiful, unlike a darkish Diablo sort. The world is made with care and love. Some things like buterflies or squirrels on trees wich some developers pehaps would think unnesessary make the scene nice and charming. A real fantasy world. The music is also nice, I really like some themes. It's fun to explorer the wolnd full of amusing things, doing quests, collecting stuff and deciding to whom help and to whom not. But the essense of the game is battles. There will be lots of them. The units and monsters besides basic charecteristics has special abilities (up to 7) which can change all the strategy. As enemy armies tend to become larger and larger, even a mage cannot kill all the monsters with attaking spells. But an ingenious use of troops special abilities, traps, all kinds of obstacles on the battlefield (natural and created like walls and ice), hindering enemy units spells etc. can bring down armies much larger than yours. For veterans of HOMM such tactical subtleties are well known of course and this game presents a great variety of circumstences for its application. For the novices in turn based games it can be a bit tough. So if you want just to explore the world, to learn its history chatting with NPCs, take the Easy difficulty option. You wil have a great number of battles aniway though :) But be sure that it is possible to deal with all whose monsters at the Difficult or even Impossible levels. With due troop and money management, lots of tactical considerations, spell choices and so on of course. I could say a lot more about this admirable game but well... find out for yourself. Imho a must have for RPG and turn-based battles fans.… Expand
  7. PoisonedBlade
    Oct 19, 2008
    10
    This game is incredibly fun and addicting! You play as the commander of an army of troops. As the commander, your stats affect the offense, defense, and size of your army. When you encounter an enemy, you fight them in a turn based battle. You also have the ability to learn spells and cast them during the battle. Send your dwarves into a berserker rage, heal your giants, hasten your This game is incredibly fun and addicting! You play as the commander of an army of troops. As the commander, your stats affect the offense, defense, and size of your army. When you encounter an enemy, you fight them in a turn based battle. You also have the ability to learn spells and cast them during the battle. Send your dwarves into a berserker rage, heal your giants, hasten your wolves, give your enemies the plague... You're constantly being rewarded as you play with gold (to buy troops), leadership banners (to increase the size of your army), and runes to learn skills and spells. King's Bounty never gets old. In other strategy games the good guys and bad guys level up evenly and every battle tends to feel the same. The special abilities of the troops in King's Bounty actually change the strategies of the battles. The pacing is perfect. At no point do you feel overwhelmed or bored. It's RPG Strategy Greatness and fun for all ages! If you're waiting for a turn based PC RPG, a great strategy game, or want to pass the time before Diablo 3 comes out, this is a Must Buy!… Expand
  8. JustinT.
    Oct 8, 2008
    10
    Great strategy game, weak to moderate RPG elements - but the RPG elements really accentuate the strategy. Wide range of units, abilities, items and spells, allowing for a huge diversity in tactics. Pros: Diversity, unit "balance", randomization, depth and scope Cons: randomization, occasional lack of direction, could really use either more context help or a glossary/helpfile in game for Great strategy game, weak to moderate RPG elements - but the RPG elements really accentuate the strategy. Wide range of units, abilities, items and spells, allowing for a huge diversity in tactics. Pros: Diversity, unit "balance", randomization, depth and scope Cons: randomization, occasional lack of direction, could really use either more context help or a glossary/helpfile in game for quick lookups. Game economy seems a bit off, at least on Normal diff. Currently playing as a mage class, about halfway through the game (lvl 15ish), normal difficulty. Mage abilities, spells and related items all seem to work together very well. Very fun trying out new combos, new units and spells and very interesting with the static unit population.… Expand
  9. Marc
    Oct 12, 2008
    10
    This is the best strategy game I've played in years. In my opinion, this is better than Heroes of Might & Magic IV and V, and every bit as fun as 3. The pace is perfect, the fighting doesn't get old and the units are truly unique. If you are a fan of strategy games, you must own this title.
  10. Magnus
    Nov 29, 2009
    10
    This game is awesome. Even if the fighting is very repetitive, it never gets old.
  11. bigsilverhotdog
    May 1, 2016
    10
    500~ hours and 8 or 9 playthroughs later I figured I should write a review of this series. The first 3 modern King's Bounty games give you the same Heroes of Might and Magic formula that New World invented with the original King's Bounty back in 1990. This is King's Bounty bigger, better, and more complex than ever. As good as HOMM3, and an instant classic.

    If you aren't enamored of the    500~ hours and 8 or 9 playthroughs later I figured I should write a review of this series. The first 3 modern King's Bounty games give you the same Heroes of Might and Magic formula that New World invented with the original King's Bounty back in 1990. This is King's Bounty bigger, better, and more complex than ever. As good as HOMM3, and an instant classic.

    If you aren't enamored of the first 3 (KB, Crossworlds, and WOTN) then definitely avoid the stuff released after them, as the series has slid downhill rapidly starting around WOTN. Sad to see, but at least we got some seriously good HOMM style games out of this run.    … Expand
  12. kantfoo
    Oct 27, 2012
    10
    This game draws on mechanics pioneered by Heroes of Might and Magic, but whereas Heros always seemed to be a bit of a drag to play, the same mechanics in this game feel absolutely brilliant. I don't know why, but playing this game just feels good. The artistry in this game cannot be quantified and just shows how two different companies starting with the same product can exhibit such vastlyThis game draws on mechanics pioneered by Heroes of Might and Magic, but whereas Heros always seemed to be a bit of a drag to play, the same mechanics in this game feel absolutely brilliant. I don't know why, but playing this game just feels good. The artistry in this game cannot be quantified and just shows how two different companies starting with the same product can exhibit such vastly different soul.… Expand
  13. spartan-117
    Oct 3, 2010
    10
    Magnificent.This is one of the best game of 2008.I cannot even begin to think how much free you are in this game.The graphic the gameplay the units(which are awsome) everything its on its place.Many quests many hours of gameplay free choise cool units some divine help :D and great worlds to explore.Pure bad ass.Look even the spells look awsome(especially fireball).10
  14. Paradosi
    Nov 26, 2013
    10
    Got this one in a humble bundle. Put over 100 hours into it, never regret a moment. It's challenging and just plain fun., would definitely recommend for everyone to try, especially since you can get all 3 king's bounty games for pretty damn cheap.
  15. Randomsanity
    Mar 17, 2011
    10
    Most underrated game I have ever played. Turn-based strategy RPG at its finest. If you are a fan of the HOMM series this game will blow you away. Be warned that it can be a rather difficult game, but that simply makes it all the more rewarding. Combat is very smooth and balanced.
  16. Magnethead
    Mar 18, 2014
    10
    Fantastic game and a must-play for any fan of Heroes of Might & Magic. The humor is great, the challenge is decent and the game mechanic feels smooth and balanced. You can create your own strategic concepts or just go with large armies and good gear depending on the difficulty and your own desire. There's nothing bad to say about this little gem, really, so just play it.
  17. spiritsss
    Aug 5, 2011
    10
    Entretenido, divertido y mejor que muchos juegos actuales de su mismo genero.
    No es necesario que un juego sea mas complejo para ser mejor, y Kings bounty lo demuestra.
    Ojala sacaran una nueva entrega. (aparte de las dos expansiones con las que ya cuenta.)
  18. BillyBobBeavis
    Apr 9, 2012
    10
    I am highly impressed by this game. It's got a gorgeous setting. At first I was a little bothered by how it only takes a few seconds to ride your horse to some place that's supposed to be far away but the charms of the game ended up making me happy to forget this. Do you like turn based combat? Do you like fantasy settings that don't take themselves seriously? Then you can't possiblyI am highly impressed by this game. It's got a gorgeous setting. At first I was a little bothered by how it only takes a few seconds to ride your horse to some place that's supposed to be far away but the charms of the game ended up making me happy to forget this. Do you like turn based combat? Do you like fantasy settings that don't take themselves seriously? Then you can't possibly dislike this game. Thanks to all the Russian people that made this game.… Expand
  19. MercilessMonkey
    Feb 10, 2012
    10
    I bought this game on a whim for $2 during a sale, knowing nothing about it or the franchise. It was one of the best surprises in all of my time gaming. I would happily have paid retail for this game if I'd even known about it before I bought it. It's an extremely deep game, there are tons of ways to play it, tons of items, tons of units, and a very big campaign to go along with it all.I bought this game on a whim for $2 during a sale, knowing nothing about it or the franchise. It was one of the best surprises in all of my time gaming. I would happily have paid retail for this game if I'd even known about it before I bought it. It's an extremely deep game, there are tons of ways to play it, tons of items, tons of units, and a very big campaign to go along with it all. You'll spend a lot of time playing this game. It's fairly difficult depending on how you choose to play, but if you're up for the challenge it is a must play for any fan of the genre. It is one of the best games I've played in a long time.… Expand
  20. Gruhlum
    Oct 14, 2012
    10
    incredible game! The graphic, the versatility and everything is fantastic. Most of the negative reviews are basically because those people didn't played the game longer than 20 minutes, seriously play flash-games then if you want action by pressing the start button. Some enemies are impossible at first but if you take the scout ability in the first tier you have no problems with runningincredible game! The graphic, the versatility and everything is fantastic. Most of the negative reviews are basically because those people didn't played the game longer than 20 minutes, seriously play flash-games then if you want action by pressing the start button. Some enemies are impossible at first but if you take the scout ability in the first tier you have no problems with running into overpowered troops. The only thing they I am missing is a quest-marker on the map. I will definitely play it through again and buy the other games of the series! 10/10 would recommend!… Expand
  21. Amorebietal
    Oct 20, 2012
    10
    I know there are a lot of 10/10 reviews here, so I bet you're thinking that most of these are exaggerating and are just in love with the series. But this is without doubt a 10/10 game. It is such a charmy game and I've never been calmer playing an rpg game. When you have bought the first game in the series (this one), you just have to buy the other ones, because this game is magnificent.
  22. No1livesforever
    Nov 30, 2012
    10
    Wow! While other turn-base games gets easier and easier on latter stages, this game requires strategy and planning for every fight. While fights can be repetitive, they are challenging and you could lose badly if you are careless.
  23. Violett
    Mar 27, 2013
    10
    One of the best game I ever played. Gameplay, graphics (like caramel fairy contry) is awesome. Only HoMM3 can prolly compete with King's Bounty. The game can be rather difficult, but this is only adds an interest to play. Dont miss it
  24. Eremiel
    Apr 2, 2018
    10
    Every single thing that I love about fantasy world and tactical RPG games are all gathered here in this game.
    Amazing level designs. Magical music. Lovely story-line. Many many species to hire as units or to fight with.
    Green and magical forests of arousing female elves. Dark, evil and hellish areas, full of even more arousing female demons. Cold and frozen lands of dwarfs with    Every single thing that I love about fantasy world and tactical RPG games are all gathered here in this game.
    Amazing level designs. Magical music. Lovely story-line. Many many species to hire as units or to fight with.
    Green and magical forests of arousing female elves.
    Dark, evil and hellish areas, full of even more arousing female demons.
    Cold and frozen lands of dwarfs with SOOOOOOO NOT arousing and major buzzkill female dwarfs in it.
    DAMN IT!
    The point is ... play this game and enjoy it (except the dwarf part)    … Expand
  25. Nexxt1
    May 1, 2017
    10
    Absolutely brilliant. One of the best game I ever played. Visually beautiful, amazing stories and quests. Background music is just fantastic to listen.
  26. dontlike911
    Feb 25, 2020
    10
    Magnificent.This is one of the best game of 2008.I cannot even begin to think how much free you are in this game.The graphic the gameplay the units(which are awsome) everything its on its place.Many quests many hours of gameplay free choise cool units some divine help :D
  27. AlexSandroXz
    Dec 12, 2020
    10
    This game better than Heroes series for me. Still playing and still fresh. My scores 10/10
  28. dazzydamir
    Aug 16, 2021
    10
    An extremely good revival of the classic kings bounty series, I really enjoyed the story and the little twist.
  29. dimvla
    Jan 31, 2021
    10
    on of the most intelligent turn based strategy games in the genre, kings bounty has a limitless combinations of spell uses and tactics. good rpg characteristics with nice character creation and a fine story. excellent artwork in general
  30. ertyz
    Jan 13, 2022
    10
    very interesting turn-based strategy
    very nice game if I need to compare among all other games by the way.
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#46 Best PC Game of 2008
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#33 Most Discussed PC Game of 2008
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#26 Most Shared PC Game of 2008

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Metascore
79

Generally favorable reviews - based on 26 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 21 out of 26
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 26
  3. Negative: 0 out of 26
  1. GameSpy
    90
    The game's RPG trappings are just the sugarcoating for an incredibly deep and enjoyable strategic experience.
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  2. IGN
    81
    Yes, the difficulty can be very unbalanced at times, and sure the tutorial needs work, but as it stands, King's Bounty is a great game for all types of RPG fans.
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  3. GameZone
    82
    Even with the lower standard of graphics and sound, the game is still above board in the fun department. I really like this title and thank it deserves some big time praise for bringing back the cool in single-player RPGs.
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