Legends of Eisenwald

 PC
Metascore
71

Mixed or average reviews - based on 17 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 17
  2. Mixed: 13 out of 17
  3. Negative: 0 out of 17
  1. GameOver.gr
    Sep 16, 2015
    85
    Legends of Eisenwald is one of the biggest and most pleasant surprises that we engaged with this summer. Intriguing storytelling, thrilling plot twists and ambiguous morale decisions are wrapped up in an excellent medieval/ feudal environment. The simple yet addictive turn based battle system, the many upgradeable military units and a well built economic system, raise the game’s status to “totally recommended” for the genre’s fans.
  2. Riot Pixels
    Jul 4, 2015
    85
    A true gem for the fans of old-school RPGs.
  3. Softpedia
    Jul 3, 2015
    80
    Legends of Eisenwald will certainly offer tens if not hundreds of hours of fun for those who are willing to understand its world and mechanics, and it will be interesting to see how the team at Aterdux expands the formula of the game in the future.
  5. LevelUp
    Jul 7, 2015
    75
    A triumph of raw substance over style, Legends of Eisenwald constantly wins over the heart of the RPG connoisseur despite its incompleteness thanks to its deep battle system and well crafted adventures. A great game for strategy experts.
  6. Game World Navigator Magazine
    Aug 21, 2015
    74
    Every aspect of the game could stand to be improved a little: economic system is superfluous, leveling is hard at the beginning and much easier towards the end, and it’s always weird to take a castle with just a bunch of soldiers. But the atmosphere trumps everything. After all, it’s been a long time since anyone tried to make an RPG in at least quasi-historical setting. [Sept 2015, p.66]
  7. IGN
    Jul 9, 2015
    73
    Quirks aside, Legends of Eisenwald is a strong, simple tactical RPG that’s all the better for staying within its means.
  8. COGconnected
    Jul 21, 2015
    71
    Legends of Eisenwald presents players with a game that takes place on a broad canvas without the freedom to dive deep into it. That is not a bad thing but a different approach. Sometimes that is all a player is looking for.
  9. GRYOnline.pl
    Aug 26, 2015
    70
    Legends of Eisenwald is missing this elusive, magical "something" that keeps you glued to the screen. Despite that this is a pretty good game that should appeal to fans of Heroes of Might and Magic - they could easily add some points to the final grade. Legends of Eisenwald is a good example of its genre.
  10. Games.cz
    Aug 11, 2015
    70
    Medieval RPG strategy, which is not exactly spotless, but under its spots the efficient and sturdy tactical core is hiding.
  11. PC Gamer
    Jul 15, 2015
    70
    Legends of Eisenwald is a slightly rough-hewn romp through Germanic legend that's engaging and entertaining despite its lack of depth.
  12. GameSpot
    Jul 14, 2015
    70
    Strong storytelling and sheer novelty make guiding Heinrich and his pals around the dark forests of old-time Deutschland enthralling...even if you do miss the magic missiles and elves every so often.
  13. PC Games
    Jul 23, 2015
    68
    This interesting strategy-mix combines elements from turnbased classics, like Might & Magic: Heroes, King's Bounty, Disciples and Expeditions: Conquistador. Though the overall game-experience can be quite satisfying, there are some issues, that lowers the fun.
  14. Critical Hit
    Jul 20, 2015
    68
    The game really never settles on what it is or what it wants to achieve - and with a story that is often confusing (or entirely forgettable),the good bits fail to shine through.
  15. PLAY! Zine
    Aug 10, 2015
    65
    Aterdux Entertainment decided to make an interesting low fantasy mix of adventure, turn-based strategy combat and RPG elements. Legends of Eisenwald offers many hours of fun, enjoyment and, unfortunately, a myriad of shortcomings all packed together.
  16. IGN Spain
    Jul 11, 2015
    65
    Legends of Eisenwald is the perfect example that if you want to be original you must have an instructions booklet to be understood.
  17. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Sep 15, 2015
    60
    A nice turn-based strategy with RPG elements, what scores particularly with the medieval territory and administration of your army. Thanks to this you will forgive it the technical issues and some design mistakes. [Issue#255]
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  18. 4P.de
    Jul 10, 2015
    59
    Legends of Eisenwald tries hard to challenge the competition. But as a roleplaying game it is either corny or boring while the turn based tactics are standard respectively borderline uninteresting.

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User Score
7.7

Generally favorable reviews- based on 85 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 60 out of 85
  2. Mixed: 11 out of 85
  3. Negative: 14 out of 85
  1. Equestria
    Jul 5, 2015
    10
    Such a great game! Beautiful graphics (shading depends on the game's time of the day) , addicting turn-based battles, interesting non-linearSuch a great game! Beautiful graphics (shading depends on the game's time of the day) , addicting turn-based battles, interesting non-linear story. Princess Celestia is fully excited!… Full Review »
  2. AdiGamer
    Jul 4, 2015
    9
    Weeks ago scrolling for game like Discorded Times, I stumbled across this and what a find it was (by same developers too). I am 23 hours intoWeeks ago scrolling for game like Discorded Times, I stumbled across this and what a find it was (by same developers too). I am 23 hours into game and I have to say, this game is very well made.

    Story: 9.5
    Mechanics: 8.5 (for being unique)

    Overall I gave it 10. This game has unique battle system and good story line.    … Full Review »
  3. NikkiRogan
    Jul 5, 2015
    10
    Okay, it's a difficult game, which looks like generic, but it is a original piece of indie art.

    What's good: * incredibly crafted sound    Okay, it's a difficult game, which looks like generic, but it is a original piece of indie art.

    What's good:
    * incredibly crafted sound (actually the first time I hear such a cool sound in a game of this type)
    * the perfect untypical story, which is combined in a web of legends (like the name of the game - "legends...")
    * rich tactical opportunities (lost myself in the gameplay!)

    What is wrong:
    * UI looks awkward sometimes.    … Full Review »
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