Nosgoth

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6.9

Mixed or average reviews- based on 39 Ratings

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  2. Mixed: 4 out of 39
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  1. jasper6333
    Jan 22, 2015
    10
    The game finally hit open beta and for me it was time to give it a go. free to play on steam.... so i did not expect much out of it but damn is this game great. (and it isn't even finished) the maps look really cool,graphics are for a free to play game gorgious and the gameplay is awesome and tight and balanced. i read that there were many matchmaking problems but i did not encounter them.The game finally hit open beta and for me it was time to give it a go. free to play on steam.... so i did not expect much out of it but damn is this game great. (and it isn't even finished) the maps look really cool,graphics are for a free to play game gorgious and the gameplay is awesome and tight and balanced. i read that there were many matchmaking problems but i did not encounter them. Best Free To Play Game on steam right now! go and play it it is worth it!… Expand
  2. Thylbanus
    Jul 11, 2014
    3
    Much like many these days, they call a releasable product that has bugs a "beta." It gives the developer some slack to get things tweaked for "final release." If SWTOR was called a "beta" for the first year, people probably wouldn't have been as harsh. Since there is a functioning cash shop within this "beta", you can't really call it a beta.

    Other than that, it's a pretty decent    Much like many these days, they call a releasable product that has bugs a "beta." It gives the developer some slack to get things tweaked for "final release." If SWTOR was called a "beta" for the first year, people probably wouldn't have been as harsh. Since there is a functioning cash shop within this "beta", you can't really call it a beta.

    Other than that, it's a pretty decent game. Nothing to write home about, but it kills time when you want some quick action. The different, but balanced method they are going with is at least refreshing from a PvP game. The vampires have a DISTINCTLY different feel than the humans. I actually do quite well with vampires, but totally suck as human (juxtaposition pun intended).

    If it didn't have "Nosgoth" as a title, you wouldn't even know that this is supposed to be set in the "Legacy of Kain"/"Soul Reaver" world. This is a mediocre game that is compounded by the insulting use of a beta title and that cost it a couple of points. I would only suggest this as a time killer. Throw them a $5 for the effort and use it to kill time during the Summer doldrums. It's not worth more than that.

    If you are a fan of the LoK/SR franchise, AVOID THIS GAME! It's pretty insulting to fans.    … Expand
  3. Keyleian
    May 5, 2014
    9
    I must say, the first time I played this game, I hated it, but it slowly grew on me. Maybe I didn't get the satisfaction I had wanted from slaying vampires, or maybe always got shot down by humans, but this game certainly has promise. It has enjoyable game play, a decent item system, the only thing I think it lacks is maybe a little balance, since the vampires always seem to do better thanI must say, the first time I played this game, I hated it, but it slowly grew on me. Maybe I didn't get the satisfaction I had wanted from slaying vampires, or maybe always got shot down by humans, but this game certainly has promise. It has enjoyable game play, a decent item system, the only thing I think it lacks is maybe a little balance, since the vampires always seem to do better than the humans. Note: In each game, both teams play vampires and humans, so It's not a problem. However, this game is still in beta, if you haven't had a look at it on steam yet, go check it out.… Expand
  4. crispn
    Aug 9, 2014
    10
    Aside from poor matching making ( which is being worked on) the game runs and feels balanced and smooth. Requiring as much teamwork as individual skill to win games.
  5. Vladeg
    Sep 24, 2014
    0
    Terrible matchmaking. This game must call Nosbugt. WIth each new patch matchmaking is getting worse and worse. Thousands of problems: errors, leavers, ghost players, battle 3v4 and much more. But the worst thing is that the problems are not solved.
  6. Mags1412
    Jun 22, 2014
    8
    Outside of a few server issues (which I can guarantee are because of the 75% off Steam Summer Sale) the game plays great. It has a large variety of weapons and abilities you can earn with in game currency, a handful of visually great maps, a handful of fun and different classes on both Humans and Vampires, and is an overall great game.

    The only Con I have right now, outside of the    Outside of a few server issues (which I can guarantee are because of the 75% off Steam Summer Sale) the game plays great. It has a large variety of weapons and abilities you can earn with in game currency, a handful of visually great maps, a handful of fun and different classes on both Humans and Vampires, and is an overall great game.

    The only Con I have right now, outside of the server issues, is the limit of only 2 Game Types (which trust me I haven't gotten bored of yet) but I do believe there will be more added in the future as this game isn't even released yet.

    I give this game a strong 8-8.5 and would highly recommend it if it goes back on sale for 5$. Also, I believe it is going free to play after Beta and would suggest everyone to give it a try.    … Expand
  7. Daftendirektor
    Jul 26, 2014
    8
    Nosgoth is an addicting 4v4 pvp game in 3rd person that requires proper teamwork in order to win. The maps are like medium-sized arenas and so far have been designed very well. The classes are pretty balanced overall, but there are some cases of being overpowered going on.

    The human side is almost like a small chaos that emphasizes individual skill and positioning on the map. Even    Nosgoth is an addicting 4v4 pvp game in 3rd person that requires proper teamwork in order to win. The maps are like medium-sized arenas and so far have been designed very well. The classes are pretty balanced overall, but there are some cases of being overpowered going on.

    The human side is almost like a small chaos that emphasizes individual skill and positioning on the map. Even though player skill is important, the humans have to be together all the time, as alone they can't survive. Some of the human classes are hugely dependent on their teammates, while others can wreak havoc even on their own.

    The vampire side is more fun, imo, and they need great teamwork to kill the enemy team. Rushing in alone ends up in you getting killed, but a combined attack can end up in the wipe of the enemy team. The vampire team has roles that depend on your class and abilities. Pretty much all of the classes can't go in alone and get kills.

    There are still some things that the game suffers from. For example the hitboxes are horrible at times and some maps have annoying invisible walls that happen to ruin your charge that was meant to split the enemy team. Nosgoth also needs to polish their matchmaking system as it ruined a couple of games in which I was with my three other friends. The group system also has tons of bugs. But overall in think most of the faults can be fixed with a few patches, and in the end of course, it's a beta.

    You should try it out and see what you think. It has some nice potential to be a big team-game.    … Expand
  8. Maverickquality
    Aug 10, 2014
    10
    This game is currently about a 7-8 rating. I feel i have to counter balance the 1 and 3 ratings as most games never deserve that, especially a closed beta game.
  9. CalmEdge
    Aug 13, 2014
    8
    A very very nice arena action game. The gameplay is really addictive and everyone has the possibility to influence the game even tough team strategies works better. Each race has his very unique traits that really makes you enjoy them.

    Recommend for everyone!
  10. Trance
    Oct 16, 2014
    8
    A great Legacy of Kain themed online third person arena game that has a few minor bugs that will probably be smoothed out as long as development continues on Square Enixs' part.
  11. adff500
    Aug 8, 2014
    2
    +++ Pros +++
    1. Graphics and music are ok.
    2. Vampires 3. Interesting idea to bring something new. - - - Cons - - - 1. Multiplayer is Versus only (no co-op modes). 2. The camera is very close to your character and cannot be set (third person view). 3. The collision is way off (especially for melee attacks). 4. The classes are unbalanced a some are heavily handicapped (no    +++ Pros +++
    1. Graphics and music are ok.
    2. Vampires
    3. Interesting idea to bring something new.
    - - - Cons - - -
    1. Multiplayer is Versus only (no co-op modes).
    2. The camera is very close to your character and cannot be set (third person view).
    3. The collision is way off (especially for melee attacks).
    4. The classes are unbalanced a some are heavily handicapped (no running,jumping and so on...).
    5. Very short game (2 modes and 2 teams on few maps,thats it).

    Unplayable mess,seriously. How can you fight,if half of the screen is blocked by your character and you cant see around you or where you going? No wonder this game is free - no one would pay for it.    … Expand
  12. viruz87
    May 27, 2014
    10
    For a closed beta game it is very polish and I haven't seen any bugs after my first 100 hours of play. It is addicting and very enjoyable especially when you play with friends. The F2P model is nice because only cosmetics are to be bought with cash only, everything else can be unlocked by in game gold which isn't hard to obtain.

    I plan to play another 100+ hours of this game. It is    For a closed beta game it is very polish and I haven't seen any bugs after my first 100 hours of play. It is addicting and very enjoyable especially when you play with friends. The F2P model is nice because only cosmetics are to be bought with cash only, everything else can be unlocked by in game gold which isn't hard to obtain.

    I plan to play another 100+ hours of this game. It is definitely worth checking out especially since its free.    … Expand
  13. kysier
    Nov 10, 2014
    0
    Worst game ever. I've seen some bad games with bad glitches and stuff, but this makes those games look good. Crappy matchmaking, worst game play you can't even see what your doing because your character is in the way, and they only have 2 game modes that are insanely short. Most of all they don't fix these problems. I have seen the same patch notes for too long they say they are addingWorst game ever. I've seen some bad games with bad glitches and stuff, but this makes those games look good. Crappy matchmaking, worst game play you can't even see what your doing because your character is in the way, and they only have 2 game modes that are insanely short. Most of all they don't fix these problems. I have seen the same patch notes for too long they say they are adding new and improved matchmaking but i haven't seen anything improve. Finally, every patch seems to add more problems then improvements. 0/10 worst game ever don't install, i already uninstalled it.… Expand
  14. Serhe
    Oct 3, 2014
    7
    This game has its fun parts but sadly it feels like there's not a single game designer even trying to make the game better. I'm not even sure there are any game designer involved on this game. Every part which sucks, sucks a whole lot and it doesn't take long to get the game's commercial motto: "Meh, we'll make money anyway."
  15. ApplesMalus
    Aug 9, 2014
    7
    I know it´s probably bad form to refer to other reviews, but I feel like it has to be addressed. This game IS in beta. It´s not something to cover up bugs. There are a small selection of maps and things like the party system are completely dysfunctional. It can be critiqued that of all the things that are finished, the catalog of things to spend actual money on is decent in size. They haveI know it´s probably bad form to refer to other reviews, but I feel like it has to be addressed. This game IS in beta. It´s not something to cover up bugs. There are a small selection of maps and things like the party system are completely dysfunctional. It can be critiqued that of all the things that are finished, the catalog of things to spend actual money on is decent in size. They have to fund their game somehow.

    The game is a team based third-person shooter/punch or claw-er. It´s an interesting mix of the team based shooter with a MOBA based element in form of the abilities that each class has. (I say this based on the impact and feel of these abilities. Their ability to turn the tides of a team-fight reminds me very much of SMITE rather than any MMO or RPG).

    I´ll say I was honestly surprised at how well this game played. As I think anyone who would even consider critiquing a game should, I looked up the developer, Psyonix. Not being a name I recognized I was a bit skeptical. The developer hasn´t made anything you or I should recognize, but they have actually worked on a couple of AAA titles like Gears of War and Mass Effect 3, in which I assume they worked on the multiplayer aspects of those games. This shows in the actual game. The balancing at first seemed pretty well done in all aspects and do truly depend on your teammates. At first it seemed like hunters (humans who hunt the vampires) could just stick together in a corner and shoot down any vampire who approached, but large classes like the tyrant and the use of smoke bombs are very useful for breaking up parties and it seems that every possibly exploited aspect has some sort of counter.

    Besides balancing the gameplay just feels really good which is something that really surprised me. The movement of both vampires and hunters feel really smooth and I´m a big fan of the vampires´ ability to climb building and move effortlessly through the level. The hunters´ weapons feel really good to use, you get the feeling that you´re doing damage and without feeling to rapid or sluggish.

    The design of the characters, weapons and levels are also very interesting and aesthetically pleasing. (however some levels are less interesting than others)

    The main issues with the game so far are smaller. The party system as of writing this is broken beyond belief and it almost seems like it doesn´t want you to play with your friends. It´s nice to see that the developers have already addressed this and it probably won´t be long before this is fixed. Other minor issues like some of the abilities, in my case the grappling hook for the scout, seems poorly implemented and it varies a lot how useful it is based on the level and I wouldn´t be surprised if I´d find it somewhere else.

    But to be honest I am VERY optimistic with this game so far. Psyonix has really surprised me with this one and I hope I won´t be disappointed down the line.    … Expand
  16. oldcesar
    Aug 18, 2014
    10
    The game has great graphics, presents a balanced based on really cool multiplayer games Soul Reaver, for a beta phase, the game is well done, and the gameplay needs a lot of teamwork, if not, you lose.
  17. LordAzuRa
    Jan 25, 2015
    10
    Very fun game, I'm looking forward the official launch and all the players that it will brings. A video game that benefits from well coordinated movement, pacing and attacks. I see myself having countless hours of fun once I get a good team/clan to play with.

    For an Open Beta, the game is very polished and visually pleasing. I haven't fell upon a single issue I'd deem horrible or    Very fun game, I'm looking forward the official launch and all the players that it will brings. A video game that benefits from well coordinated movement, pacing and attacks. I see myself having countless hours of fun once I get a good team/clan to play with.

    For an Open Beta, the game is very polished and visually pleasing. I haven't fell upon a single issue I'd deem horrible or unacceptable. I have had no problem with the Matchmaking either, but mind that I only played with pugs, maybe it is different if you want to match someone in particular.

    Sure at first glance, the Vampires appear to be overpowered. Rare are the games I've seen the humans do the required 30 kills. BUT, it is neither impossible NOR necessary.

    See, a match is always split in two rounds. Everyone plays Human and Vampire once, and the game's victory is for the team with the most kills during both round. It does not matter than Vampire vs Human often gives 10-30 ish score since all you have to do when it is your turn as a human, is to do 30-11 to win the whole match.
    It is a fight of how many kills human can do before playing the vampire that is the tie breaker. I love that principle.

    Each class and race have very unique abilities and game-play elements that makes it load of fun to fiddle with.

    I'm eager to see what the future holds for that game.    … Expand
  18. Javrro
    Jan 26, 2015
    10
    Well, I just got to play the game. it's open beta right now free to play on steam, I've got to say I am impressed. compared to some latest early access games, this one feels pretty smooth and polished. graphics are really good, gameplay is smooth, connection is good. some few issues, but it's okay since it is just open beta.

    Im looking forward for more classes and more balance. this    Well, I just got to play the game. it's open beta right now free to play on steam, I've got to say I am impressed. compared to some latest early access games, this one feels pretty smooth and polished. graphics are really good, gameplay is smooth, connection is good. some few issues, but it's okay since it is just open beta.

    Im looking forward for more classes and more balance. this could pretty much be the next big competitive hit a la League of Legends. for real.    … Expand
  19. cdstephens
    Jan 29, 2015
    10
    Very in depth gameplay. The free to play aspects are very reasonable (better than LoL for example). The matchmaking is a bit shoddy but I think it's reasonable considering it's in open beta.

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  1. GameStar
    Feb 8, 2015
    78
    It's free, fast-paced and the asynchronous teams keep the gameplay interesting, but two gameplay modes aren't enough to keep you playing for a long time.
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