Mount & Blade

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8.5

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  1. PenetratorGod
    Sep 3, 2023
    6
    Release of Warband was a good decision because if the game had remained as it was, it probably would never have become as popular as it is today. It would be unfair to judge this game in today's terms, but even for the time it came out, it was a mediocre looking game with only good gameplay ideas. Warband is a version of this game where the ideas have been perfected.
  2. apokalipto
    Aug 9, 2023
    8
    Very good game. I enjoyed playing this game a lot. I strongly recommend this.
  3. threeoftendie
    Feb 5, 2023
    9
    Это одна из первых игр моего детства. И, несмотря на возраст и недостатки, о которых я сейчас узнаю от других, она не кажется мне плохой
  4. nexus151196
    Jul 18, 2021
    8
    Знаковая игра из детства , можно стать - кем угодно. Боёвка и картинка - конечно кривые, но играть - очень интересно.
  5. MatikTheSeventh
    Oct 10, 2020
    8
    One of the best medieval life and battle games out there. Building your own army and fighting alongside it in a real time battle was a great experience. The swordplay and weapons make sense, and are very intuitive.

    While not without its cons, the game is addictive and very fun to play.
  6. Desperator
    Aug 4, 2020
    10
    Лучшая игра всех времён.Нравится всё в игре.
  7. Makras
    Jun 14, 2020
    10
    That was the best strategy game of 2008 in my opinion open world was greate make
  8. Broyax
    Apr 14, 2020
    0
    Un "jeu de rôle" (entre grosses guillemets) bricolé par un bande de crevards qui n'avaient aucune idée de qu'ils étaient en train de faire ou de qu'ils voulaient faire... Du coup, on se retrouve avec un merdier affreux qui a bel et bien l'air de n'être jamais sorti de sa phase beta (et de sa bêta attitude).

    Tout est fait à l'arrache ici, tout est si mal fait qu'on se demande comment ils    Un "jeu de rôle" (entre grosses guillemets) bricolé par un bande de crevards qui n'avaient aucune idée de qu'ils étaient en train de faire ou de qu'ils voulaient faire... Du coup, on se retrouve avec un merdier affreux qui a bel et bien l'air de n'être jamais sorti de sa phase beta (et de sa bêta attitude).

    Tout est fait à l'arrache ici, tout est si mal fait qu'on se demande comment ils ont fait... ni fait ni à faire, ils auraient mieux fait de faire autre chose ! descendre les poubelles par exemple ! ainsi, le combat est injouable, le canasson est tellement con qu'on ne le jouerait même pas comme tocard dans la troisième et graphiquement, ça se traîne quelques générations de retard.

    Une daube irrécupérable donc qu'il ne faut certainement pas toucher, même avec un bâton. Une plaisanterie pas drôle, une mauvaise farce qu'il faut vite évacuer en tirant la chasse bien à fond !    … Expand
  9. Zesu
    Dec 22, 2019
    10
    Я играл в эту игру ещё в 2014 уже тогда ночами не спал. Потом попробовал другие модули... Поставили огнем и мечом и опять сон долой.... После был модуль star wars conquest ситуация повторилась.... Прошло несколько лет. И в 2019 захотелось вспомнить былое и вот ещё +70 часов игры. Просто клас. Рекомендую!!!Я играл в эту игру ещё в 2014 уже тогда ночами не спал. Потом попробовал другие модули... Поставили огнем и мечом и опять сон долой.... После был модуль star wars conquest ситуация повторилась.... Прошло несколько лет. И в 2019 захотелось вспомнить былое и вот ещё +70 часов игры. Просто клас. Рекомендую!!!
  10. VereWolf271
    Nov 27, 2019
    0
    Hello I boycott the game therefore Turkey govermant behave as terroristic organisation. And I will not support anything what can support the goverment.
  11. aralath
    Aug 7, 2018
    8
    Very good and addictive game for its time. I do not know how many hours I spent playing it.
  12. Strife32
    Nov 20, 2017
    10
    Ахуительная игра! Скоро выйдет вторая часть, и она тоже будет ахуительная!) Все кто не играл, играть обязательно. Даже спустя 10 лет с релиза она лучше современных высеров игроиндустрии!
  13. JellyBeansJar
    May 4, 2015
    10
    Perfect in almost every way. Deep, rewarding, challenging, plain fun and more. The graphics may be lackluster, but who cares- there are graphic improvement mods. Played this for around 60-70 hours in a month, bought some other games but always came back. Almost guilty I got it free from GOG.
  14. alboin
    Mar 30, 2015
    6
    Kind of a fun for a first time you play it, but gets more and more boring as you spend more time in the game. Vanilla literally sucks. Mods can really enhance your enjoyment. I mostly play Song of Taliesin, its my favourite mod from the couple I tried. SoT fixed rubber horses and many things about weapons and stuff. And also its situated in my favourite era. But still you will get bored ofKind of a fun for a first time you play it, but gets more and more boring as you spend more time in the game. Vanilla literally sucks. Mods can really enhance your enjoyment. I mostly play Song of Taliesin, its my favourite mod from the couple I tried. SoT fixed rubber horses and many things about weapons and stuff. And also its situated in my favourite era. But still you will get bored of idiotic AI and running around for food and money for those lazy bastards who will die few hours after you paid them.… Expand
  15. promethium
    Jul 15, 2014
    2
    Quite disapointing. On paper, it has good user reviews, is an innovative tactical game, and support linux... I jumped in too fast. While i can confirm all those pros, it is not enough to compensate various limitations.

    First, the graphics seems as old as the game theme ;) With every option activated, think about an engine like an high res quake 3 (1999), with low poly count, worse    Quite disapointing. On paper, it has good user reviews, is an innovative tactical game, and support linux... I jumped in too fast. While i can confirm all those pros, it is not enough to compensate various limitations.

    First, the graphics seems as old as the game theme ;) With every option activated, think about an engine like an high res quake 3 (1999), with low poly count, worse lightmaps and a lot more repetitive texture. I'm not usually very judgmental about graphics, and I can play most retro roguelike games or "smartphone 3D" games but M&B fail to provide the minimum imersiveness that i can tolerate for 3D.

    Then, the controls and activities are neither newbie-friendly (I could not complete the TUTORIAL without using google), and character combat is clumsy without giving any depth to the gameplay in my humble opinion. I'm not saying it's hard, I like hard tactical games (XCOM...) or TES series action-oriented combat but I dont like them frustrating.

    I had unrealistic expectations when I saw the regular price and reviews. The regular price is quite extreme for an indy game with flaws that only medieval combat fanatics will be able to overlook. Any one else will find more value and fun in AAA games on sale or less ambitious but more polished and reasonably priced indy games.    … Expand
  16. doktorMad
    Feb 21, 2014
    7
    literally the same game as its sequel warband.

    (honestly I don't know why their metascores are separated, dino horde for instance is treated the same and changed more.) nothing unique or different about it. warband was an update, basically a great big patch that was sold as a separate game somehow. dont buy both, skip this you'd already have it with the improved warband release.    literally the same game as its sequel warband.

    (honestly I don't know why their metascores are separated, dino horde for instance is treated the same and changed more.) nothing unique or different about it. warband was an update, basically a great big patch that was sold as a separate game somehow. dont buy both, skip this you'd already have it with the improved warband release.
    7/10because warband got 8 from me, warband with mods got 9, nothing gets 10 unless its perfect. I should dock them for selling a content patch as a whole new game(at best it was an expansion, so dlc) and the "mount and blade pack" containing this and warband gleefully gives the impression they aren't the exact same game seems a bit of a ripoff but I liked it too much to justify that actually eating points.
    warband is mount and blade with the addition of splitting off to your own side, marriages(both smaller changes than that sounds) and the upgrade of arabs from raiders to a kingdom(even that is kinda meh as an addition, I actually liked the old map without them). and multiplayer. multilayer is the big deal.

    don't buy this buy warband. this is just warband without multiplayer.

    that said awesome.    … Expand
  17. PshycoPatrol
    Feb 17, 2014
    10
    Personally I love the game one of the best I have played. I would say its a must play. The combat is very exciting and full of action.The single player Campaign is really unique and fun and fresh.The rush of joining your men in battle is Awesome. Giving a more interactive experience.I feel that Mount And Blade has Bags full of potential and could make heads turn in the future. I see a bigPersonally I love the game one of the best I have played. I would say its a must play. The combat is very exciting and full of action.The single player Campaign is really unique and fun and fresh.The rush of joining your men in battle is Awesome. Giving a more interactive experience.I feel that Mount And Blade has Bags full of potential and could make heads turn in the future. I see a big future for Mount And Blade and really hope that becomes a reality… Expand
  18. HectorofTroy
    Feb 6, 2014
    10
    Mount and Blade played with some of the best mods is insanely fun! Undoubtedly, one of the best games I have played to date.. This game is a hidden gem of gold. If you like the genre and still don't have it, make no mistake and grab it right now.

    Can't wait for Mount and Blade 2 to come out!
  19. Harlehus
    Jan 30, 2014
    10
    Best medieval open-world RPG there is. With a little imagination and love for the Dark Ages you'll play this game for hundreds of hours. There's also an extensive modding community, the best one i've ever encountered.
  20. paradoxon
    Nov 30, 2013
    8
    just recently discovered this diamond amongst indie games and i love it. The by far best mounted combat sim (not RPG) i have ever seen. Don't expect pretty graphics or a compelling storyline, but if you're into realistic medieval combat this is the Game you are looking for.
    I would give it a 10/10 but M&B:Warband is even better and i'm missing a multiplayer mode which allows you not only    just recently discovered this diamond amongst indie games and i love it. The by far best mounted combat sim (not RPG) i have ever seen. Don't expect pretty graphics or a compelling storyline, but if you're into realistic medieval combat this is the Game you are looking for.
    I would give it a 10/10 but M&B:Warband is even better and i'm missing a multiplayer mode which allows you not only to play the combat but also a campaign in coop.    … Expand
  21. XxATDxX
    Nov 15, 2013
    7
    This game is pretty good and i find it weird me saying that.
    I downloaded the demo at first and after about half an hour i quit it uninstalled it and quite ignorantly just passed it off as a bad game. Something happened to me that doesn't usually happen to me though, i felt this urge to play it again and i decided i would try it again, The second time playing the demo i started to like    This game is pretty good and i find it weird me saying that.
    I downloaded the demo at first and after about half an hour i quit it uninstalled it and quite ignorantly just passed it off as a bad game. Something happened to me that doesn't usually happen to me though, i felt this urge to play it again and i decided i would try it again, The second time playing the demo i started to like it, before i knew it i'd wasted 8 hours going on the demo and creating new characters once my time was up (hehe i am not so rich)
    I decided if the demo had taken 8 hours of my time, I'll buy it, that was my justification, i did and i'll never regret it. Absolutely brilliant game from what looks terrible in terms of graphics and interface.
    The thing is... you can spend hours, training your men, making peasants turn to knights, to take on a HUGE city, so you can have it as your faction, You'd think, after beating the city with an army you'd raised from scratch that you'd be able to have that city. Nope, If you take over territory you get a small chance of owning it, the king of your faction ultimately decides and he usually offers you compensation of 900 Dennars (The Ingame currency), which wouldn't even be able to buy you a new sword, horse or piece of Armour, taking into the account the men you have lost, and the wages you've paid for said men in training you make a considerable loss and you see some other poncy lord sitting in the castle that he had (probably) tried and failed to take for himself.
    Now, you may say i ranted a little bit there but it's a core game play mechanic and i think it should have had a little bit more thought put into it.
    Oh combat, i have to tell you about this because you use the mouse to control your swings (which direction etc) and i was a little bit unsure of this method, It isn't brilliant but it REALLY isn't as bad as i thought it would be, and with a bit of practice you do in most cases get the sword swinging the way you want too, mounted combat is awesome too, especially with a long weapon it's so fun riding past someone at high speed and then slicing them up before they even get chance to swing, it's so satisfying!!
    Graphics i would say aren't bad, I've seen worse and in certain lights the game does actually look really good.
    I gave this game a seven because of un-immersive character conversation, bad weapon selection system and the occasional bug.
    If your thinking of getting it, play the demo, you'll get a really good idea of what the game is about and how it is played.    … Expand
  22. Meevious
    Oct 22, 2013
    10
    A truly original, well thought out and polished game. Gameplay is solid, deep and engaging. Combat is visceral and makes sense. The tutorial doesn't cover anything but the basics, so there are a lot of nice surprises. I played for a year before I realised it was possible to control my troops.

    The graphics are barebones, but the design is good. The character generator is without    A truly original, well thought out and polished game. Gameplay is solid, deep and engaging. Combat is visceral and makes sense. The tutorial doesn't cover anything but the basics, so there are a lot of nice surprises. I played for a year before I realised it was possible to control my troops.

    The graphics are barebones, but the design is good. The character generator is without parallel. The weather is well executed. The randomly generated maps are a pleasure to explore and to strategically exploit. There is a lot going on on the campaign map and the battle map, but load times are virtually nonexistent.

    The mod community is the best you'll find anywhere, producing countless excellent full conversions. If you have any minor problem with the game, they've probably fixed it.

    I got this game expecting a low budget Elder Scrolls, but it's original, it's huge and it's brimming with kinds of satisfaction that no other game can offer.    … Expand
  23. KebabRemover
    Sep 27, 2013
    10
    This game is so addicting! it's hard to get bored when you have a world, not to mention all of the mods avaliable for free(there are are of mods to improve gameplay, improve graphics, etc.). This game is fresh, there are not many games to compare this with. Wether you are a RTS or FPS fan, this game is definately worth.
  24. TheGamer31
    Aug 7, 2013
    8
    While this game is a masterpiece, Warband does everything better. But I'm not here to talk about Warband, this game is very addicting and fun in every way from the micromanagement and trade to the fighting and strategy.
  25. Rem
    Jul 15, 2013
    6
    Mount and Blade has alot of problems, but that doesn't stop it from being a deeply engrossing and addicting games that I've played in a while. It has technical problems and is graphically very unimpressive. But the medieval combat is simple yet greatly entertaining and strategic. In the world you do tedious tasks such as delivering message and cargo, but once you join an appropriateMount and Blade has alot of problems, but that doesn't stop it from being a deeply engrossing and addicting games that I've played in a while. It has technical problems and is graphically very unimpressive. But the medieval combat is simple yet greatly entertaining and strategic. In the world you do tedious tasks such as delivering message and cargo, but once you join an appropriate faction, things get cooking. It is a great feeling to watch 150+ units clash with each other onscreen all at once.… Expand
  26. Baconluver25
    Jun 7, 2013
    5
    Mount & Blade is fun in small battles for me, since you get to be more in the action at that point rather than sitting by watching swordsmen slaughtering each-other. Another good part is that it matters what your sword goes through, it's not like swinging cardboard around, you can actually hit something in the way. The fun ends there for me, the game is repetitive and gets boring reallyMount & Blade is fun in small battles for me, since you get to be more in the action at that point rather than sitting by watching swordsmen slaughtering each-other. Another good part is that it matters what your sword goes through, it's not like swinging cardboard around, you can actually hit something in the way. The fun ends there for me, the game is repetitive and gets boring really quick. It had so much potential but they ruined it by not having a variety of quests and when I played they usually ended up being the exact same cattle quest at every village, which is the most frustrating quest in the game. The game is also full of bugs that ruin game-play. The game is partially saved by the modding community but it still comes short.

    Overall, this game is only worth your money in a very large sale and doesn't offer much game-play.    … Expand
  27. Damascus
    Jun 6, 2013
    10
    While this game is a bit limited in scope, it is by far the best first-person medieval combat simulator ever made. It obviously didn't live up to the vision of the designer in terms of making the fiction come alive, but for being best in class (even if it was only one of them) it deserve the highest mark.
  28. Warfororks
    Mar 2, 2013
    7
    The original Mount Blade is amazing. Although outdated by it's successors, Mount Blade continues to amaze new players. However, it becomes repetitive quickly on into the game. There is not a lot of variation to it's missions. To compensate a bad campaign, combat is revolutionary. Simply amazing combat, in melee, ranged, or mounted.
  29. GoosemanGamer
    Jan 6, 2013
    5
    I want to like Mount and Blade. The idea is great. Simulate being a feudal knight or lord. Manage a fiefdom or kingdom and lead your troops to battle. And Mount and Blade can be fun. However, this game really fails in single player and pushing your campaign forward. I understand some will stick with it and be rewarded. But having to go to a city to ask where someone is located every timeI want to like Mount and Blade. The idea is great. Simulate being a feudal knight or lord. Manage a fiefdom or kingdom and lead your troops to battle. And Mount and Blade can be fun. However, this game really fails in single player and pushing your campaign forward. I understand some will stick with it and be rewarded. But having to go to a city to ask where someone is located every time is quite tedious. You're forced to move inventory one at a time. I've often wandered the map and not known what to do. Graphics suck but it's not important compared to the aimless direction. This is in the category of could be great but just mediocre.… Expand
  30. Cereal_Killa
    Aug 8, 2012
    0
    I got Mount and Blade in a Steam sale, and it was so bad and so unplayable that it prompted me to come here and sign up just to say how bad it is. Now I like Strategy, RPG and 4x games as much as the next person, and plan to make my own one day (hence the purchase), but right from the start, this game is so unpolished, and the graphics are so bad that it really puts me off. But despiteI got Mount and Blade in a Steam sale, and it was so bad and so unplayable that it prompted me to come here and sign up just to say how bad it is. Now I like Strategy, RPG and 4x games as much as the next person, and plan to make my own one day (hence the purchase), but right from the start, this game is so unpolished, and the graphics are so bad that it really puts me off. But despite this I struggle through to find the good Sandbox Strategy gameplay that I've heard about..
    I enter a battle and can either look for them or run away cause enemies are miles away (but somehow upon leaving I still must surrender to them???); so I re-enter and eventually find them. I gallop towards them firing off one arrow then my crossbow stops working - literally nothing is happening when I'm pressing fire (the arrow hits the ground several meters below the targeting reticule anyway), so I run them down with my horse which does 0 damage, and they beat the crap out of me, meanwhile I'm trying desperately to turn my horse or run through them; anything (nothing is happening of course as the controls are unresponsive to say the least). I die and immediately uninstall the game.

    The game is beyond poor.

    Ignoring the poor graphics, abysmal animation, terrible controls, and complete lack of a decent tutorial, underneath it all.. the game is just plain bad.    … Expand
  31. 5hassay
    Jun 13, 2012
    8
    Really entertaining sandbox fantasy game for around $10 USD. Sandbox fun. Epic first-person battles. Castle seiges are decent. The persisent aspect is good. Battles with mounted soldiers can be severely annoying and makes you want to turn the game off. One annoying combat bug. Nice RPG aspects. Although a novelty game, its distributed long enough to keep you entertained long enough.Really entertaining sandbox fantasy game for around $10 USD. Sandbox fun. Epic first-person battles. Castle seiges are decent. The persisent aspect is good. Battles with mounted soldiers can be severely annoying and makes you want to turn the game off. One annoying combat bug. Nice RPG aspects. Although a novelty game, its distributed long enough to keep you entertained long enough. Patience is required. Some system bugs (ex. occasionally crashes on exit). Supposedly there are a lot of good mods.… Expand
  32. James9075
    Apr 26, 2012
    8
    this is a great game. the graphics are sub-par even for '08, but the fighting system is so well done it was almost exactly copied by skyrim. the game goes in depth letting you interact with lords and own land, also letting you siege castles, and take prisoners later to be sold. there is a matter of unrealism and finnicky controls to deal with, along with the grinding nature of certainthis is a great game. the graphics are sub-par even for '08, but the fighting system is so well done it was almost exactly copied by skyrim. the game goes in depth letting you interact with lords and own land, also letting you siege castles, and take prisoners later to be sold. there is a matter of unrealism and finnicky controls to deal with, along with the grinding nature of certain quests. the horses simply refuse to speed up/slow down properly and can ride up 60 degree slopes though not without a speed disadvantage which plays a heavy role in the combat system, and one of the quests involves taking 5-7 men at the lowest level and grinding their stats until they become high level seargants. it took me 16 days game time, which is only counted inbetween every 3 sessions, which IRL was about 3-4 hours. it is worth it though if you are trying to become a vassal or gain the favor of a lord.… Expand
  33. DrCola
    Nov 23, 2011
    10
    This game has a unique expierience, hard to get going and learn, a large learning curve, but once you get it going its REALLY COOL. but the problem arises that you can kill entire armys with just an axe and a ladder, then you realize the game consists of the same missions, the same content, the same invasions, but for some reason it never gets old and you continue to massacre endless enemy armys.
  34. roboticsun
    Oct 15, 2011
    7
    Mount & Blade is a hybrid of RPG elements and real-time strategy gameplay. It has all the elements of a fun game: character personalization,massive variety of weapons, armor, and horses, and also engaging large-scale mounted combat later on. Yeah it does not have even good graphics in the standard of current generation but that does not make it a bad game. the game play makes its wayMount & Blade is a hybrid of RPG elements and real-time strategy gameplay. It has all the elements of a fun game: character personalization,massive variety of weapons, armor, and horses, and also engaging large-scale mounted combat later on. Yeah it does not have even good graphics in the standard of current generation but that does not make it a bad game. the game play makes its way around to finally be executed wonderfully in a video game. Couple this with the medieval-like battlefield element of combat and you have truly memorable skirmish experiences--perhaps even stories to tell when defending or besieging keeps and cities. Despite the lackluster quality, it is still a solid fun game. A definite recommend if you enjoy RPG and strategy game play.… Expand
  35. Merz
    Oct 6, 2011
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. My Character was the best, xbow skills, bow skills, 2 handed sword skills, riding skills, Reached level 40 and have conquered all but 10 castles/town(s). I only wish one thing, I want a bodyguard that I can customise, but hey they added that kinda stuff in fire and sword so hey.… Expand
  36. DeGreZet
    Sep 29, 2011
    8
    Very good RPG strategy, nice fight system. M&B is very extended game and you can play as you want. Battles in game is no bad bat can be better because sometimes is too boring. I really like this because i like good RPG and goo strategy game, M&B is great connection. Game play is great but game have too many bugs and this have too ugly graphics. I advice this game RPG fans and my rate is 7,7/10
  37. CriticalTrout
    Jul 30, 2011
    9
    Like the majority of users, i dont think this game is half-assed atall. Its momentum based combat system is fast paced and unique, there is a large variety of things to do, if you actually try to raise an army and I dont see the seige mode as a huge problem, because if their archers are taking your men out as they climb the ladder, put it upon yourself to kill them with a bow, and if youLike the majority of users, i dont think this game is half-assed atall. Its momentum based combat system is fast paced and unique, there is a large variety of things to do, if you actually try to raise an army and I dont see the seige mode as a huge problem, because if their archers are taking your men out as they climb the ladder, put it upon yourself to kill them with a bow, and if you dont have a ranged weapon with you, then why are you even seiging a castle? Duhhhhhhh, theres gona be nooooo archers guarding the walls. Get an f'ing clue retards, the game does have many flaws, I admit, but some of the accused flaws are not the games, they are yours. Learn to play.… Expand
  38. Koo
    Jan 31, 2011
    10
    Excellent game, easy to get in to. Mount & Blade had me hooked from the beginning - with its classical hand-drawn artwork and rousing classical music. Also, unlike most games, the training section of the game is superb and well worth playing through. Mount and Blade is a fairly compact game (604 MB download from Steam) and runs stable in 64-bit Windows (e.g. Windows 7 x64 or Vista x64).Excellent game, easy to get in to. Mount & Blade had me hooked from the beginning - with its classical hand-drawn artwork and rousing classical music. Also, unlike most games, the training section of the game is superb and well worth playing through. Mount and Blade is a fairly compact game (604 MB download from Steam) and runs stable in 64-bit Windows (e.g. Windows 7 x64 or Vista x64). While the graphics in M&B are a bit pedestrian, the gameplay and music are thrilling and addicting. If you can look beyond the screenshots, give the demo a try (it's free and a fairly quick download). If you like Strategy RPG's, this might be your new favorite.… Expand
  39. Hubert
    Nov 21, 2010
    10
    I just purchased this game a few days ago and let me tell you, it's amazing. The entire experience is wonderful. The horseback combat is intense. The game is great, trust me I own over 300 games. My review is based on the total package.
  40. WilliamE
    Jan 19, 2010
    10
    Mount&blade has had me hooked for years now whether i am playing the native game or the many mods the community has made
  41. VictorR
    Jan 6, 2010
    10
    Great game! Very entertaining, offering a good mix of strategy and action, but ultimately simply entertaining to play. Well worth more than worth my purchase. Can't wait for the next one!
  42. JulianJ-W
    Jan 3, 2010
    10
    Very good game, even though the graphics are not the best, the gameplay really brings out the best of it.
  43. VictorJ
    Dec 30, 2009
    9
    At first a bit confusing but after messing with the interface, options and a little trial and error, this is a magnificent game. Yeah, the visuals are indeed lacking but the game itself is well made. Well done, Paradox Interactive. P.S. Hopefully they're working on a sequel.
  44. JamesL
    Dec 29, 2009
    9
    Great game. Its not the most graphic intense game, but great for playing on my dell studio 15 laptop. Its fun to go on your own adventure.
  45. stephenp
    Dec 29, 2009
    9
    a brilliant revert in sacrificing graphics for gameplay, other game designers could learn a thing from Paradox Interactive
  46. GergelyB
    Dec 8, 2009
    8
    As many have said it, this game can be bland at times (towns / villages / castles / quests after a while get really repetitive), there are small problems with the engine (collision bugs, and the famous "mountain-climbing horsemen") However, the combat system still really shines. The excitement of riding into battle knowing that all it takes are 2 or 3 "lucky" hits from your opponents to As many have said it, this game can be bland at times (towns / villages / castles / quests after a while get really repetitive), there are small problems with the engine (collision bugs, and the famous "mountain-climbing horsemen") However, the combat system still really shines. The excitement of riding into battle knowing that all it takes are 2 or 3 "lucky" hits from your opponents to take you out is unparalelled. The castle siege is bland, indeed. I mean, who in their right mind would attack a castle with just one siege tower or ladder? To the complaints about this however. You call yourself gamers, but can't adapt to a simple challenge that a game offers to you? Maybe try using your head a bit. You know, charging up that ladder headlessly isn't the only option - here's a tip: get a force weighted towards archers, tell them to hold position, get a crossbow / bow yourself, shoot down most of the defending army's archery force and THEN storm the walls. I guarantee, you won't be slaughtered like ducks then. I reckon most of those who gave this game a bad review didn't even try to work around it's flaws, while it's entirely possible. I recommend!… Expand
  47. NeilZ
    Dec 4, 2009
    8
    The game is pretty fun and the combat system is awesome. The graphics are lacking, but they haven't bothered me at all. The biggest issue I had was the inability to assign vassals while I was ruler of my own kingdom and you are always known as a rebel kingdom. The missions can get a bit repetitive, but the game play is always pretty good. This is a fun game to go back to whenever you The game is pretty fun and the combat system is awesome. The graphics are lacking, but they haven't bothered me at all. The biggest issue I had was the inability to assign vassals while I was ruler of my own kingdom and you are always known as a rebel kingdom. The missions can get a bit repetitive, but the game play is always pretty good. This is a fun game to go back to whenever you have nothing better to do. I would definitely recommend this game.… Expand
  48. Rogueboy
    Nov 25, 2009
    9
    Currently my favourite game to play; there is no story other than what you create yourself so if you want to beat a game and move on, I imagine it would be rather difficult in this game. Gameplay is almost spot on, sometimes the hitboxes are off but for the most part they are spot on. There are a few things I would change in the game but they are not big things, for example when you press Currently my favourite game to play; there is no story other than what you create yourself so if you want to beat a game and move on, I imagine it would be rather difficult in this game. Gameplay is almost spot on, sometimes the hitboxes are off but for the most part they are spot on. There are a few things I would change in the game but they are not big things, for example when you press Q to bring up the quest menu, you are not able to close the quest menu by pressing Q you would need to click on the close button. A small thing but something I look for, buying items took a while until I found out that pressing control key immediately brings the item over, or when selling prisoners using the control key will sell all units of that type. Overall a good game, graphics are no Oblivion but I wouldn't consider it that outdated.… Expand
  49. WalterF.
    Nov 18, 2009
    10
    One of the most amazingly fun games iv'e ever played. For one the gameplay is fantastic, starting out as a lowly peasant and working your way up. The combat was pretty fun being able to parry strike depending on the direction of the attack instead of one parry for all strikes like allot of games. Horse combat in this was very fun. The horse combat also adds in your choices to ride One of the most amazingly fun games iv'e ever played. For one the gameplay is fantastic, starting out as a lowly peasant and working your way up. The combat was pretty fun being able to parry strike depending on the direction of the attack instead of one parry for all strikes like allot of games. Horse combat in this was very fun. The horse combat also adds in your choices to ride with heavy armor or light armor but the speed bonuses give you extra damage. There are lots of choices like this you must decide. On top of all this fantastic, fun gameplay it lets you conquer lands and become the lord of castles, towns and villages. It even has medieval tournaments like jousting and random rabbling and hacking at each other with axes and swords. Yes, yes the graphics are out of date but the amazing re playability of the whole game makes up for all of that. I highly recommend this game 10/10.… Expand
  50. IeuanS
    Oct 27, 2009
    9
    An awesome game and won with great gameplay and relitavly good graphics. you ca do what you want without some stupid computer turning round and stopping you. A brilliant game to play to just waste however. However that is what it is. A time waster game, if you are buying this because you are looking forward to an action packed fun filled game I wouldn;t bother. This is purely a game to An awesome game and won with great gameplay and relitavly good graphics. you ca do what you want without some stupid computer turning round and stopping you. A brilliant game to play to just waste however. However that is what it is. A time waster game, if you are buying this because you are looking forward to an action packed fun filled game I wouldn;t bother. This is purely a game to play when you want just a bit of fun or your bored or even that you don't want to play really intense gaming. But overall I recommend the buy.… Expand
  51. JohnB
    Oct 26, 2009
    10
    From a fan of the intricacies of Star Wars Rebellion, I present a spiritual successor. Graphics are incredibly dated, reminding me of old-school Delta Force from when I was kid. Combat is interesting but when mounted, you can single handedly drop 14 enemies even at a low level. Regardless, everything is open to you. Kind of like starting out RIGHT after college, the world is your oyster. From a fan of the intricacies of Star Wars Rebellion, I present a spiritual successor. Graphics are incredibly dated, reminding me of old-school Delta Force from when I was kid. Combat is interesting but when mounted, you can single handedly drop 14 enemies even at a low level. Regardless, everything is open to you. Kind of like starting out RIGHT after college, the world is your oyster. Make money trading? Fine. Obliterate random bandit groups? Ok. Take over the world? Here here! Even tournaments await you. Excellent, addictive game even with bad graphics :)… Expand
  52. LSD
    Oct 21, 2009
    9
    Great game, 9 because there's no voice acting and a few collision bugs here and there, and only a small amount of quests, though they are repeatable. Other than that, great game, you can train your soldiers to fight before taking them out on the battle field, own castles and villages, collect their taxes, upgrade them with windmills and schools, and a fantastic RPG element. It's Great game, 9 because there's no voice acting and a few collision bugs here and there, and only a small amount of quests, though they are repeatable. Other than that, great game, you can train your soldiers to fight before taking them out on the battle field, own castles and villages, collect their taxes, upgrade them with windmills and schools, and a fantastic RPG element. It's a lot like TES4 only better combat, less blinding Bloom effect, and more FREEDOM.… Expand
  53. ArtM
    Sep 29, 2009
    2
    A solid 2/10 for this title. For once official reviewers are almost on target with their scoring. The game itself is unfinished. It's nowhere near "revolutionary" as some claimed it to be. The graphics is outdated. The gameplay is mediocre at best. There is no story, and therefore, no point. It's non-linear, but that's its downfall. Sieging is downright appalling as there A solid 2/10 for this title. For once official reviewers are almost on target with their scoring. The game itself is unfinished. It's nowhere near "revolutionary" as some claimed it to be. The graphics is outdated. The gameplay is mediocre at best. There is no story, and therefore, no point. It's non-linear, but that's its downfall. Sieging is downright appalling as there is no real strategy and no resemblance to the dark ages period where sieging equipments were often used to great extent to batter the gates and scaling walls from different angles to overwhelm the adversary. It's a butcher affair to siege at all. The most intriguing part of this game is when I see mounted men cross unpassable terrain like mountain ranges during certain mountaineous areas on the map. It looks so silly and almost unbearable. The sequel to this is called Warband and looks identical from the trailer. Of course, certain "new" elements are shown, but they definitely should habe been included to this installment. The AI curiously is as dumb as the one found with the TW series; units will ride into trees/stones/walls to get stuck instead of going around them. To do some justice, the saving grace of this title lies with the modding community who with extreme talent has saved this game from catching dust. I certainly will stay away from warband as it will be the same silliness with extra grease to it.… Expand
  54. JacoP
    Aug 15, 2009
    9
    Once you get over the dated graphics and the fact that there is no storyline, except for the one you make, you'll find a very rewarding and enjoyable game. The fighting dynamics are responsive and fun. Other games might look better, but they don't play this well. Comparing this game to Oblivion is truley misguided. Oblivion is a fun RPG in it's own right, but the combat Once you get over the dated graphics and the fact that there is no storyline, except for the one you make, you'll find a very rewarding and enjoyable game. The fighting dynamics are responsive and fun. Other games might look better, but they don't play this well. Comparing this game to Oblivion is truley misguided. Oblivion is a fun RPG in it's own right, but the combat isn't nearly as intense and rewarding as that offered in Mount & Blade. Fighting on horseback never felt this good. Battles really feel big and you'll often have a hundred men filling the map at one time all screaming and clashing steel... You won't find that in Oblivion. The only negative is the possibility that you might lose a couple of weeks of your life to this game.… Expand
  55. MikeF.
    Aug 14, 2009
    9
    Mods, mods, mods! Holy crap, as if this game wasn't great enough there are fantastic mods to beef up your gaming experience. Graphics mods, gameplay mods, total conversion mods, all of 'em. There are some very professionally done mods that add tons of new features that make the game so much more rewarding and add so much more depth that they will keep you playing this game Mods, mods, mods! Holy crap, as if this game wasn't great enough there are fantastic mods to beef up your gaming experience. Graphics mods, gameplay mods, total conversion mods, all of 'em. There are some very professionally done mods that add tons of new features that make the game so much more rewarding and add so much more depth that they will keep you playing this game forever. If you thought the vanilla game was 'average' or 'could have been better' I'd take a look into the great modding community for this game. You won't regret it. And, if you haven't bought this game yet, DO IT. It is totally worth it. It has so much to offer.… Expand
  56. HunterB
    Aug 2, 2009
    9
    It's actually most like the Total War series, without the campaign mode, and where you actually play one of the characters on the field during battles. Most fun I've had in a game in ages. Game review sites have overlooked this game because it's graphics are a little ordinary...I didn't see anything difficult getting into this game at all. The AI's a little It's actually most like the Total War series, without the campaign mode, and where you actually play one of the characters on the field during battles. Most fun I've had in a game in ages. Game review sites have overlooked this game because it's graphics are a little ordinary...I didn't see anything difficult getting into this game at all. The AI's a little retarded, though...like running into walls/invisible walls on side of map and get stuck...altho those make great for a crouched lance mwaha.… Expand
  57. RyanR.
    Aug 1, 2009
    10
    Are fancy graphics what makes games 'awesome' these days? -Yes, they can lead to more appeal towards the game, but I personally didn't mind the lackluster model textures in Mount&Blade. The sheer amount of stupid fun this game generated, was almost overwhelming. -The sick, almost perverted pleasure of bashing a fellow combatant in the head with a giant, bone-cleaving axe Are fancy graphics what makes games 'awesome' these days? -Yes, they can lead to more appeal towards the game, but I personally didn't mind the lackluster model textures in Mount&Blade. The sheer amount of stupid fun this game generated, was almost overwhelming. -The sick, almost perverted pleasure of bashing a fellow combatant in the head with a giant, bone-cleaving axe and having him slowly, but surely slump over and fall off his horse never got old. I would go as far as to say that this game will be treasured in my household for years to come. If you are reading reviews in order to decide whether or not to buy this game, take in consideration that the expansion for M&B will be coming out soon, and the models will be updated/replaced, along with some features of the game play itself. Play the demo, and decide for yourself if this game is for you...… Expand
  58. Aaron
    Jul 31, 2009
    7
    Very fun for awhile, particularly the combat as others have mentioned, but the biggest problem is there isn't enough to do. I was hooked for a day or two and then suddenly I realized I had done just about everything and there was nothing exciting left in it for me. Still, despite this and other little annoyances (including the sad graphics), it's definitely worth a few bucks. It Very fun for awhile, particularly the combat as others have mentioned, but the biggest problem is there isn't enough to do. I was hooked for a day or two and then suddenly I realized I had done just about everything and there was nothing exciting left in it for me. Still, despite this and other little annoyances (including the sad graphics), it's definitely worth a few bucks. It won't last forever, but what is there is a lot of fun.… Expand
  59. MaartenV.
    Jul 30, 2009
    8
    When you start playing this, be prepared to get rolled by random bandits and massive enemy armies quite often. All part of the fun tho, because makes it more of a challenge to build your own decent army. when you finally have built yourself a decent army thats when the real fun starts. ploughing trough 200 man armies with 60 knights is just epic. The mounted combat is unique and fun When you start playing this, be prepared to get rolled by random bandits and massive enemy armies quite often. All part of the fun tho, because makes it more of a challenge to build your own decent army. when you finally have built yourself a decent army thats when the real fun starts. ploughing trough 200 man armies with 60 knights is just epic. The mounted combat is unique and fun (alltho the different kind of attacks and animations are very limited) and be able to have special companions adds to an allready very good game. The main downside of this game are the animations. they seem really unnatural and are very limited. But the downside is completly overshadowed by the mounted combat wich is absolutely mint. This is the kind of game where you will need to invest time in in order to fully experience it.… Expand
  60. DanW
    Jul 28, 2009
    9
    This game is unique in setting and combat. No other game has such detailed, realistic combat on such a scale. Some reviews complain about the graphics but with a single mod it looks fine. So many reviews have totally missed the mark with this game. (On that note I think the PC zone UK review should be removed as it gives no basis for the comments it makes) This is a amazing game.
  61. AndersS
    Jul 16, 2009
    10
    I have only tried the Demo and i think its allot of fun factor in it. Sure the grafics is not the best but hey i get to kill people from my horse lol ^_^. Adventure: I ran into a village and i stole a cow,Villagers got pisst and i had a option to flee or fight...i CHARGE !! and to my suprice i see 50 villagers attacking me and i am alone with my cow. ! Yiikes...!!! =D i am definitly buyingI have only tried the Demo and i think its allot of fun factor in it. Sure the grafics is not the best but hey i get to kill people from my horse lol ^_^. Adventure: I ran into a village and i stole a cow,Villagers got pisst and i had a option to flee or fight...i CHARGE !! and to my suprice i see 50 villagers attacking me and i am alone with my cow. ! Yiikes...!!! =D i am definitly buying this game !!… Expand
  62. DerekL
    Jun 20, 2009
    2
    9-word review *It's like TES 4 Oblivion, only a lot worse* What a horrible game! There is a collection of dull, boring, identical towns in the main game, punctuated by a castle. Pretty much every building is the same. The exception is the nordic towns, which have a layer of frost. Upon getting to a town, you can trade with them. Actually, you can't really do anything except loot 9-word review *It's like TES 4 Oblivion, only a lot worse* What a horrible game! There is a collection of dull, boring, identical towns in the main game, punctuated by a castle. Pretty much every building is the same. The exception is the nordic towns, which have a layer of frost. Upon getting to a town, you can trade with them. Actually, you can't really do anything except loot them. Buying and selling is really not possible, as only the 1 or 2 rich towns in a provence has any cash to trade with. Buying is also hard, as it is almost impossible to move around much without a high-leveled, instant death raider party that takes your cash and goods. The game grapples with basic collision detection and glitches are frequent. The awful tutorial only describes the action game meat - WASD to move, Left Mouse Button to swing sword, etc etc. It fails to describe things like flasing arrows on the screen. The one attempt at making a worthwile game was horse combat, which is much to easy - Hold Button, Run Up, Pray. And usually your prayers are answered by one-hit kills. The entire thing (bar horse combat) is like Oblivion on a somewhat larger scale. If you consider buying this game, know that your hard-earned $30.00 will be better spent on The Elder Scrolls 4 Oblivion -- it's the same game, only WORSE.… Expand
  63. SergeT
    Jun 9, 2009
    10
    Mount&Blade features a complete, working, dynamic world with a realistic economy, trade, and political tension. This alone sets it apart from most games. When you get into the combat, mounted or otherwise, you realize that even though this game is from an indy developer, it is on a higher level than 99% of all games out right now. Anyone who would compare it to Oblivion would be an idiot, Mount&Blade features a complete, working, dynamic world with a realistic economy, trade, and political tension. This alone sets it apart from most games. When you get into the combat, mounted or otherwise, you realize that even though this game is from an indy developer, it is on a higher level than 99% of all games out right now. Anyone who would compare it to Oblivion would be an idiot, for Oblivion does not even come close.… Expand
  64. WilliamG
    Jun 4, 2009
    8
    I enjoyed playing this game after giving the demo a test drive. The gameplay may get repetitive at times but it makes up for it in nice huge battles. The modding community also adds tons of new content for the game but you must get it for your correct version or else it will not work. Quests are quite simple and not much of a brainer but the real value lies upon the modding community. I enjoyed playing this game after giving the demo a test drive. The gameplay may get repetitive at times but it makes up for it in nice huge battles. The modding community also adds tons of new content for the game but you must get it for your correct version or else it will not work. Quests are quite simple and not much of a brainer but the real value lies upon the modding community. This game is not for everyone though so do try the demo first!… Expand
  65. SergioG
    May 20, 2009
    9
    Played the demo of this game to test it out, I have to say at the beginning I thought it was just another fail RPG. But the game made me change my mind. In this game you are just thrown into the world and do as you please. Be it helping people to hunting down bad guys to doing arena matches. There is just so much to do in this game and as sad and anti-social as it sounds it just feels Played the demo of this game to test it out, I have to say at the beginning I thought it was just another fail RPG. But the game made me change my mind. In this game you are just thrown into the world and do as you please. Be it helping people to hunting down bad guys to doing arena matches. There is just so much to do in this game and as sad and anti-social as it sounds it just feels like your really inside another world. This game isn't for everyone how ever, there is alot of reading to do since there isn't any talking in the game apart from those funny taunts from enemies. Graphics are just fine, I prefer gameplay over graphics and this game is just what I've been looking for. A real legendary RPG, if you're like me... you'll be buying this game after the first ten minutes of the demo.… Expand
  66. TomM
    May 10, 2009
    8
    I enjoyed playing this game a lot. Graphics definately needed a lot more work, however, the gameplay was brilliant, especially the horse mounted battles. build your army take over towns. its freedom of choice do watever you want. great gameplay bad graphics as simple as that.
  67. Timb
    Apr 29, 2009
    9
    This game is very fun with alot of replay value. The graphics aren't anything pretty and the engine seems to chug a bit despite the poor visual quality. The most fun I had with this game was getting an external battle modifier that allowed you to go over the 200 unit per battle limiter that's in place, and instead letting you go up to 1000 units per battle, and maybe this was This game is very fun with alot of replay value. The graphics aren't anything pretty and the engine seems to chug a bit despite the poor visual quality. The most fun I had with this game was getting an external battle modifier that allowed you to go over the 200 unit per battle limiter that's in place, and instead letting you go up to 1000 units per battle, and maybe this was why it lagged so much, but it was definitely much more fun this way. I only wished you were able to control your units a bit more directly with the overhead map.… Expand
  68. MattH
    Apr 26, 2009
    10
    This game is unbelievable to play, especially when using one of the amazing mods for it. As is the case with Oblivion, the mods are getting to be as good as the game, and almost make the game not worth playing without them. I give this game a perfect 10, its really really awesome.
  69. MartyJ
    Apr 13, 2009
    10
    For anyone who likes medieval type era games this is a must. Bought it on a whime and haven't looked back in over 1 week of straight gameplay. Has short term and long term goals worthy of strivig for and constantly challenging you in new ways. If your undecided i can recommend you won't regret it.
  70. JetLi
    Mar 30, 2009
    6
    The game came out as a barebone; bland without salt n pepper. I'd have loved it with fish sauce and more chili sauce to it, but alas. It lacks several important things such as diplomacy which is very weak, story which is almost nonexistent, good graphics which is aging, multiplayer which has none of that for a strategy game or even roleplay. The most frustrating area of this game is The game came out as a barebone; bland without salt n pepper. I'd have loved it with fish sauce and more chili sauce to it, but alas. It lacks several important things such as diplomacy which is very weak, story which is almost nonexistent, good graphics which is aging, multiplayer which has none of that for a strategy game or even roleplay. The most frustrating area of this game is the sieging process. Helplessly getting slaughtered and butchered while trying to fight at the wall on a one ladder is no amusement. The only strength of the game lies with its cavalry gameplay, but still, the excitement fades rather quickly. For an indie, it offers a well deserved entertainment to the new player, but for us more experienced gamers, little. Credits should go to the well talented modders NOT the makers as the game strongly relies itself to the modding phase.… Expand
  71. AlexP
    Mar 11, 2009
    9
    This game, although lacking in some of the graphical effects large studio games have, is immersive with its endless campaign and great mounted combat. the combat in this game easily beats most other medieval RPGs, with its directional attacks and the ability to command your troops. this is one of the most underated games by official reviews. if you haven't played this game you are This game, although lacking in some of the graphical effects large studio games have, is immersive with its endless campaign and great mounted combat. the combat in this game easily beats most other medieval RPGs, with its directional attacks and the ability to command your troops. this is one of the most underated games by official reviews. if you haven't played this game you are missing out on a great RPG experience.… Expand
  72. Damian
    Mar 3, 2009
    9
    This game has something called awesome gameplay, which a lot of pretty games lack these days. And the graphics are not bad at all, they could be improved but I find them good. and it has a lot of graphical configurations that can be adjusted. I have played oblivion a lot, and in my opinion this game is so much more fun, the complex dynamics of the battles completely hooked me up. They did This game has something called awesome gameplay, which a lot of pretty games lack these days. And the graphics are not bad at all, they could be improved but I find them good. and it has a lot of graphical configurations that can be adjusted. I have played oblivion a lot, and in my opinion this game is so much more fun, the complex dynamics of the battles completely hooked me up. They did a good job, and they are still working to improve it. Also there seems to be a big modding community working on great mods.… Expand
  73. ChrisR
    Mar 2, 2009
    9
    I really enjoy it. I love that I can even play it on my 4 year old laptop with integrated intel graphics using DirectX 7 as the renderer. I love that I can sweep through the battlefield on horseback with a huge army and capture an enemy lord, or let him go and gain recognition. I love that it's a game designed to take an obscenely long time to develop what you're doing and I really enjoy it. I love that I can even play it on my 4 year old laptop with integrated intel graphics using DirectX 7 as the renderer. I love that I can sweep through the battlefield on horseback with a huge army and capture an enemy lord, or let him go and gain recognition. I love that it's a game designed to take an obscenely long time to develop what you're doing and isn't another FPS where you romp through the single player in an evening and only really get any value out of it if you're interested in multiplayer. Will it get old? Sure.. all games do. It's still the kind of game you can pick up now and then for an addiction, and if it gets too easy can be upgraded to levels of increasing difficulty. This game is of extremely high value in relation to it's price vs. how many hours of entertainment can be gotten out of it... just watch out for carpal tunnel.… Expand
  74. SJT*
    Mar 1, 2009
    10
    Mount and blade, is just perfect. Sure, if you look at the graphics, it might look a little bit outdated, but it's actually still more than decent. The lightning and shadow effects are actually well done, and the textures aren't too bad either. So those who complain about graphics, seriously, please use your eyes. Secondly, this game is excellent in gameplay. The amount of Mount and blade, is just perfect. Sure, if you look at the graphics, it might look a little bit outdated, but it's actually still more than decent. The lightning and shadow effects are actually well done, and the textures aren't too bad either. So those who complain about graphics, seriously, please use your eyes. Secondly, this game is excellent in gameplay. The amount of gameplay it offers really is unexpectedly high. Sure, to some people it may just feel like an extended beat 'em up, but if you take the time to realise how many functions there are in this game, you'll have to admit that a game on this level made by lower resources is still amazing. The physics are also amazing, bodies roll downhill pretty good in comat, which I can't even say of many modern games. So once more, stop complaining about such things because it actually manages to do things really well. It really keeps me wondering, what could Taleworlds produce with a high budget? Because what they show in this game is simply amazing. This game is the most underrated game by official reviews I have seen so far on Metacritic, all reviews rated under 90% are not worthy to be called reviews. If you really play the game fully in all it's functions, every person comes to understanding that the game is more than great. You are truly missing out if you don't play this game.… Expand
  75. BrendanH.
    Feb 28, 2009
    9
    I really love this game, its got great combat systems. also I love owning your own cities and armies, its great. The only reason that i didnt give this game a 10 is that I dont have fun playing as anyone but a commander, i find everything else boring. but commanding is great, you can really affect the way things turn out in the big picture. And when it comes to graphics, they are adequate,I really love this game, its got great combat systems. also I love owning your own cities and armies, its great. The only reason that i didnt give this game a 10 is that I dont have fun playing as anyone but a commander, i find everything else boring. but commanding is great, you can really affect the way things turn out in the big picture. And when it comes to graphics, they are adequate, but graphics dont matter as much as gameplayy… Expand
  76. FredF.
    Feb 15, 2009
    10
    I'm 38. I'm as old as you can be and still be a gamer for most of my life. I've seen the PC game rise, expand, and stagnate since I had my old C-64 back in the early 80's.

    This game gives me hope that PC gaming isn't being totally destroyed by design by committee crap that needs to be dumbed down enough for the Xbox crowd. M&B is the BEST game I've    I'm 38. I'm as old as you can be and still be a gamer for most of my life. I've seen the PC game rise, expand, and stagnate since I had my old C-64 back in the early 80's.

    This game gives me hope that PC gaming isn't being totally destroyed by design by committee crap that needs to be dumbed down enough for the Xbox crowd.

    M&B is the BEST game I've played in 10 years and I've played a bunch.
    Just get it, you won't be disapointed.    … Expand
  77. MiroslavLulic
    Feb 12, 2009
    10
    This game is the best indie game i have seen. The community works and adds so much to the game. With additional tweaking and mods you can get a beautiful game that looks great in 1680x1050 and has great depth. The best game ever for $20. Give it a chance
  78. PavelShekurov
    Feb 3, 2009
    9
    The feel of medieval combat is so smooth and intuitive, it's amazingly addifcting. Yes, the storyline is thin and kinda boring after a while, but the tactical combat is so exhilarating, you'll be looking for battles just for the heck of it. A bargain for the gaming value.
  79. MarkE
    Feb 2, 2009
    9
    Great game. There's actually a fair degree of depth to the game as you learn it but it presents it in a fun easy to enjoy way. It's been a while since I've played a game that could reproduce that time travel affect where you check the clock and wonder where the heck those 6 hours just went. It's definitely not a game for everybody though, if you don't want to be a Great game. There's actually a fair degree of depth to the game as you learn it but it presents it in a fun easy to enjoy way. It's been a while since I've played a game that could reproduce that time travel affect where you check the clock and wonder where the heck those 6 hours just went. It's definitely not a game for everybody though, if you don't want to be a character in a medieval world than don't play it. If you're looking just for a hack and slash don't play, it's a big part of it but the rest will drive you nuts, if you're looking for an rts it's probably not for you also. It's very nice. That said the quality is there, they're not super advanced graphics but they're done well enough and the animations are bang on which is so much more important. The audio is great also. I love this game and for the amount of fun I've gotten from it I almost feel bad for having got it on sale on steam.… Expand
  80. PeterR
    Jan 28, 2009
    8
    I bought this on sale on Steam a week ago and it turned out to be much better than I expected. From the screenshots the game looks incredibly unpolished, and while this is still true to a degree, it runs well and seems almost completely bug-free. This is the sort of game that has no main quest, no predetermined story to speak of, but merely throws you into a savage, war-torn land with I bought this on sale on Steam a week ago and it turned out to be much better than I expected. From the screenshots the game looks incredibly unpolished, and while this is still true to a degree, it runs well and seems almost completely bug-free. This is the sort of game that has no main quest, no predetermined story to speak of, but merely throws you into a savage, war-torn land with nothing but a "Mount and Blade". The game loses points because, while there is plenty to occupy you, the game can be a little boring at times. The epic battles in which you get to lead dozens of troops are great fun, but once you look past this, there isn't much you haven't seen before. But if you like what the game gives you, you will get tens or hundreds of hours of fun out of such a dynamic game. A great bargain buy.… Expand
  81. AnonymousMC
    Jan 24, 2009
    10
    After reading many of these, most people mention the graphics and how "old" they are. I just want to say it was made by an indie developer and not you mega studios. Gameplay is amazing, both horse combat and foot combat is great. Being able to capture forts, and cities and having to fight for them is a massive plus. This game is like no others and even though its an indie game, it stillAfter reading many of these, most people mention the graphics and how "old" they are. I just want to say it was made by an indie developer and not you mega studios. Gameplay is amazing, both horse combat and foot combat is great. Being able to capture forts, and cities and having to fight for them is a massive plus. This game is like no others and even though its an indie game, it still rivals those of the bigger game studios.… Expand
  82. SamMeyers
    Jan 20, 2009
    7
    It is a very fun game for the combat system, but with no story and pointless quests it soon gets to point where you don't want to bother playing it anymore. If they added a story and a more complex system it good be a lot better. But I think the graphics are good for a low budget game. Graphics doesn't make the game fun it is just the combat that makes you thirsty for more soIt is a very fun game for the combat system, but with no story and pointless quests it soon gets to point where you don't want to bother playing it anymore. If they added a story and a more complex system it good be a lot better. But I think the graphics are good for a low budget game. Graphics doesn't make the game fun it is just the combat that makes you thirsty for more so thats why I give it a 7… Expand
  83. VersusT.
    Jan 3, 2009
    10
    This game is so addicting! it's hard to get bored when you have a world, not to mention all of the mods avaliable for free(there are are of mods to improve gameplay, improve graphics, etc.). This game is fresh, there are not many games to compare this with. Wether you are a RTS or FPS fan, this game is definately worth.
  84. AnonymousMC
    Jan 3, 2009
    8
    I have to just say, this game has the charm of old school games that were made with love and passion.Yes it has old graphic, but it doesn't distract you from playing, it has some anoying limitations, but rational ones due to the power of nowdays PC and complexity of the game.The freedom of roaming the world and kick anybody's butt is paid with no story at all, but itsI have to just say, this game has the charm of old school games that were made with love and passion.Yes it has old graphic, but it doesn't distract you from playing, it has some anoying limitations, but rational ones due to the power of nowdays PC and complexity of the game.The freedom of roaming the world and kick anybody's butt is paid with no story at all, but its understandable.Mods are really great ones you get bored with the native game.Combat is really fun, not seen in nowdays games.I finish this saying" buy the game and support developers with fresh ideas and original gameplay and we can be awarded with greater game in future!"… Expand
  85. JeremiahGuffey
    Dec 27, 2008
    9
    This is hands down one of the best indie games on the pc.
    The heart of the game is the combat, and that is where the game shines. There have been quite a few games that have tried mounts and mounted combat and still to t his day Mount and Blade is the only one that imo has done it any justice.
    Understanding that this game is from a small up start dev team (It started with just two    This is hands down one of the best indie games on the pc.
    The heart of the game is the combat, and that is where the game shines. There have been quite a few games that have tried mounts and mounted combat and still to t his day Mount and Blade is the only one that imo has done it any justice.
    Understanding that this game is from a small up start dev team (It started with just two people) you can't expect to have modern day graphics but over time they have provided some good graphical updates since it started.
    The developers are still updating and working on the game and plan in the future for multiplayer support.    … Expand
  86. T.J.Y.
    Dec 9, 2008
    9
    Person99's review caused me to actually sit down and type up one on this game as his views are VERY skewed. First let's discuss the graphics that seems to pop up so much in these reviews. They are dated a couple years back... sure. They might be comparable to say City of Heroes. They both have the same texture styles. But, this game has more than Person99 gives credit to. Person99's review caused me to actually sit down and type up one on this game as his views are VERY skewed. First let's discuss the graphics that seems to pop up so much in these reviews. They are dated a couple years back... sure. They might be comparable to say City of Heroes. They both have the same texture styles. But, this game has more than Person99 gives credit to. Looking closely at a figure you can see his beard, unshaven cheeks, and various hair styles. All of which you have access to when you create your character at the start of the game. So there's definitely more than "textureless skin". If the graphics don't appease you, you are more than welcome to join the Taleworlds forums and download a mod for enhanced graphics. These will be more crisp and higher definition than the stock. Which again, is not lacking. It most definitely is more superior than say, Rome Total War, or other combat/battlefield games of the genre. Now to gameplay. Easily the most innovative combat system for a game of this type. You control every aspect of your character. You can choose which direction to block or strike with the mouse movement, and control his movement on foot or horse by keyboard controls. Easily the best feature is the fact that you have directional attacks. For example, moving the mouse up and striking (left mouse) is an overhead strike. Left and mouse button is a left sweeping cut. Down and right also have unique attacks which are different for most weapons you can get your hands on. It makes for a very fun and exciting combat system. You'll see the normal RPG system of upgrading your stats. But, due to this being a player controlled combat system, stats affect only things like increasing power in strikes (more damage) or speed. They wont make you overwhelmingly superior... that's limited by your actual in-game skill. The environment in-game is fun and fairly large. You'll have the freedom to go where you want on the map, and do what you want. If you want to fight as a Knight for the Swadian kingdom... go for it. Want to be a lone archer on foot... go for it. Lastly the modding community is fantastic. You have mods for almost every time period (from the BC's to Star Wars). They developers were nice enough to support the modders and give them just about every tool they need to make a functioning mod. I highly recommend this game to anyone who might like the medieval time period, and enjoy combat games. I only went with a 9 instead of 10 because there are slight bugs or unfinished elements... but nothing that makes this game breaking in anyway.… Expand
  87. JoelBem
    Dec 9, 2008
    8
    Great game, hopefully the developers can get support and upgrade this game even more. Gameplay is awsome prob one of the best, but there is 2 major flaws which are noticable. First of is the Story well there is none, which some people may like as you can create the story, making this one of the most free roaming games ever. But some people need some guidelines or what not. The second downGreat game, hopefully the developers can get support and upgrade this game even more. Gameplay is awsome prob one of the best, but there is 2 major flaws which are noticable. First of is the Story well there is none, which some people may like as you can create the story, making this one of the most free roaming games ever. But some people need some guidelines or what not. The second down fall is sometimes the game can go slow and also say if you have a party of 50 and you get defeated, and get takin prisonier well, your 50 men are gone unless you think you can take on the army again and get them back its impossible to get them.
    But enough with the flaws. The high point is the combat its fun, and sometimes with mods you can have up to 1000 men on a screen in your right in the middle. Also there are plenty of mods    … Expand
  88. PatrickClemmensen
    Dec 2, 2008
    10
    Its an awsom game, iv played it almost from the time were they start making the game, and i have seen the improvements to the game. its really worth buying.
    I would go as fare to say its one of a kind, Before i startet playing this game i was always complaining about ther wasent a game like this with that much freedom.
    Enjoy it.
  89. AllanBarnes
    Nov 24, 2008
    9
    An amazing game played like the world map from Sid Meier's Pirates! mixed with real time third person/first person combat, with multi-directional attacks/blocks and mounted combat. All attacks use real physics and aiming, meaning that you will do more damage charging into an enemy swinging your sword than getting a glancing hit while running backwards, even though it's the sameAn amazing game played like the world map from Sid Meier's Pirates! mixed with real time third person/first person combat, with multi-directional attacks/blocks and mounted combat. All attacks use real physics and aiming, meaning that you will do more damage charging into an enemy swinging your sword than getting a glancing hit while running backwards, even though it's the same weapon/skills/attributes. Pretty amazing stuff. TRY THE DEMO!!!… Expand
  90. Person99hasnoname
    Nov 21, 2008
    4
    Decent gameplay, sadly mixed with mediocre graphics and annoying aspects. Starting with the graphics, the terrain itself is a bit bland, nothing special, but the characters, while high-poly, are badly detailed. Be prepared for textureless skin, wood that looks like carpet, and wounds that look like someone spilled mountian dew on the victim. The animations are amusingly bad, the horses Decent gameplay, sadly mixed with mediocre graphics and annoying aspects. Starting with the graphics, the terrain itself is a bit bland, nothing special, but the characters, while high-poly, are badly detailed. Be prepared for textureless skin, wood that looks like carpet, and wounds that look like someone spilled mountian dew on the victim. The animations are amusingly bad, the horses run in an unrealistic toy-like way, the characters walk like they were pulled out of Extreme Paint Brawler 2. The fighting style is definitely fun once you get the hang of it, but rather glitchy and annoying. There are several very annoying aspects of the game, here are a few: -When you get in a fight with looters, the sequence before the fight makes it seem like the enemies are up close mugging you, until you get in the game, realizing they were threatening you through a loud speaker, and are actually a couple miles away on the other side of the mountain, forcing you to locate them. I suppose they could be slightly honorable and say "Alright, we'll go to the other side of the mountain, you step back a couple hundred feet, and we'll settle this." Overall, the game is fun, maybe for a rent, but don't buy it.… Expand
  91. AlvaroH.
    Nov 19, 2008
    10
    I think the reason for that is that the professional critics are only pleased by the standard game industry and don´t like what is new and different. Totally agree with you. Outstanding idea that NO OTHER industry developed game have produced. There are toons of high budget industry games that are much less addictive than M&B.
  92. BenH.
    Nov 19, 2008
    9
    I've been playing Mount & Blade literally for a few years now (bought the beta version early), and I'm of the opinion, as many people are, that is has some of the most enjoyable tactical combat simulations ever. While the overworld contains a dynamic faction system that is somewhat engaging, the game really shines when you enter the procedurally-generated combat mode. Swinging a I've been playing Mount & Blade literally for a few years now (bought the beta version early), and I'm of the opinion, as many people are, that is has some of the most enjoyable tactical combat simulations ever. While the overworld contains a dynamic faction system that is somewhat engaging, the game really shines when you enter the procedurally-generated combat mode. Swinging a sword, shooting an arrow, and other weapon uses have directional, damage, and time variations that simply don't exist in other "press-A-to-shoot" games. Additionally, once you've accumulated 20+ members of your party, you'll find yourself giddy with the possibilities of how you can approach battles. In no other action game that I've played can I tell my archers to occupy a specific hilltop, place the infantry slightly in front of them to guard against approaching enemies, then swoop in on the advancing enemy with my cavalry on their sides or flanks. It really is such a dynamic, original experience that I would encourage anybody to at least download the trial.… Expand
  93. MarcL
    Nov 15, 2008
    8
    It's a great game, although I'm going to deduct points for lack of guidance and 'some' poorly designed quests that could have been ironed out long before the retail release. Why? Because these issues have been present ever since the game was designed...pushing 5 yrs. ago. People, please ignore those that give this game a 10. It's simply b.s. Some of these people It's a great game, although I'm going to deduct points for lack of guidance and 'some' poorly designed quests that could have been ironed out long before the retail release. Why? Because these issues have been present ever since the game was designed...pushing 5 yrs. ago. People, please ignore those that give this game a 10. It's simply b.s. Some of these people will lay claims of playing this game since BETA stage and that they've played video games for over 15 yrs. I have this to say to them: who cares! You're simply not in a position to give a game a 10, when you're clearly overlooking its quest flaws. So before you lay claim to your BETA fame, keep in mind you're speaking to someone that has played games long before Atari, Commadore 64 or IBM compatible games were even heard of. This does not make me an expert, but it does give me an honest look at what the game designer could have improved upon prior to release.… Expand
  94. ScottG.
    Nov 14, 2008
    9
    This game features what is without a doubt, the best melee combat system I have ever played (the list of which includes TES4 and the entire Dark Forces/Jedi Knight series.) It focuses on a more realistic approach to combat. Everything has its strengths and its weaknesses. Ranged units can pick off infantry easily, which can tople cavalry with their pikes, which can ride ranged units into This game features what is without a doubt, the best melee combat system I have ever played (the list of which includes TES4 and the entire Dark Forces/Jedi Knight series.) It focuses on a more realistic approach to combat. Everything has its strengths and its weaknesses. Ranged units can pick off infantry easily, which can tople cavalry with their pikes, which can ride ranged units into the ground. A variety of third party modifications and worlds ensure a great potential for replay value, and the game sports a simple and easy method for (dis/en)abling them at-will. It does have a few issues however. Some of the RPG elements of the game become repetitive (perticularly NPC dialogue could be developped a little more) and there are a few skills which seem (to me) to be all-but useless, and the lack of any sort of multiplayer playing mode really hurts. It's a part of my recipe for the perfect RPG/strategy hybrid: M&B's combat system, matched with the world of The Elder Scrolls series, and a decent multiplayer mode of gameplay.… Expand
  95. JohnHammarberg
    Nov 12, 2008
    8
    This reminds me of Heroes of Might and Magic but with 1st person combat instead of the chessboard. The combat system is amazing once you get the hang of it. There are both player skill and character skill levels involved. The graphics is not the best but that should not be a problem for a game like this. There are RPGs/Strategy games out there wil a lot less graphics than this that score full pot.
  96. ChrisHarvey
    Nov 10, 2008
    9
    I liked this game a lot. Sure, its quests aren't all that great, and after awhile, it can get rather dull. But the battles are fun, I can stay up for hours just finding people to fight. The other thing that will keep this game alive for years to come, I think, is its mod community. There are some really good mods out there, and the game fully supports them. So if you are getting boredI liked this game a lot. Sure, its quests aren't all that great, and after awhile, it can get rather dull. But the battles are fun, I can stay up for hours just finding people to fight. The other thing that will keep this game alive for years to come, I think, is its mod community. There are some really good mods out there, and the game fully supports them. So if you are getting bored with the original game or gave it a bad review, look again, play a mod. Trust me, you will have more fun.… Expand
  97. AaronL
    Nov 9, 2008
    10
    If you can ignore the last decade graphics and animation (slightly exaggarated), this game is easily one of the best rpg games ever. Extremely addictive, and really meets what sandbox stands for. If you have been constantly disappointed by the new over hyped games with nothing but flashy graphics, misleading claims and 3000 good critic reviews (while scoring about 2/5 on amazon on the If you can ignore the last decade graphics and animation (slightly exaggarated), this game is easily one of the best rpg games ever. Extremely addictive, and really meets what sandbox stands for. If you have been constantly disappointed by the new over hyped games with nothing but flashy graphics, misleading claims and 3000 good critic reviews (while scoring about 2/5 on amazon on the users side), then this game is for you.… Expand
  98. krazyJ
    Nov 8, 2008
    8
    The graphics, lack of interesting quests and lack of any storyline at all, really weighs the game down. but the awesome combat system and the constantly changing world in which you are playing in weighs out the ugly parts and brings the game to shine.
  99. NoahM
    Nov 7, 2008
    10
    This is probibly the most ground breaking MedEvil game on the market today. If you ahve alot of time on your hands then i would most definatley recommend this game to you guys. The mounted combat is almost perfect. The events in the game are incredible. At any moment any kingdom could wage war with another, of course you can choose (if you want) to join one of them. There are 4 factions This is probibly the most ground breaking MedEvil game on the market today. If you ahve alot of time on your hands then i would most definatley recommend this game to you guys. The mounted combat is almost perfect. The events in the game are incredible. At any moment any kingdom could wage war with another, of course you can choose (if you want) to join one of them. There are 4 factions with lords of all sorts. Very good game, made by a small Turkish family. They did a good job.… Expand
  100. Knazawzome
    Nov 6, 2008
    10
    As a palyer from early BETA stages, I have seen this game rise from the smallest little thing to a massive expansive game. The only problem is that the 'decisions' in the beginning of the game lack to make a diffrence during later gameplay when your a fully-pledged knight or a stealthy assasin. Overall; However, the game is Perfect. I suggest it to all people who love old school As a palyer from early BETA stages, I have seen this game rise from the smallest little thing to a massive expansive game. The only problem is that the 'decisions' in the beginning of the game lack to make a diffrence during later gameplay when your a fully-pledged knight or a stealthy assasin. Overall; However, the game is Perfect. I suggest it to all people who love old school RPGs or slashing up those peaseants sand-box style!… Expand
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#73 Best PC Game of 2008
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#19 Most Discussed PC Game of 2008
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#13 Most Shared PC Game of 2008

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Mixed or average reviews - based on 28 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 15 out of 28
  2. Mixed: 12 out of 28
  3. Negative: 1 out of 28
  1. Pelit (Finland)
    88
    A Medieval action RPG with a great battle system, and there are many ways you can play the game. The game doesn't have a storyline, which is why it becomes a bit boring and pointless after a while, but it does have many good mods and they will keep the game fresh. [Sept 2008]
  2. Boomtown
    70
    A fantastic game. It's hampered by a few problems, but nothing major. It provides ground breaking gameplay that I am sure will be imitated by others.
  3. GamePro
    100
    For a game with such a heavy emphasis on medieval combat, Mount & Blade is just shy of perfection.
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