Pillars of Eternity

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  1. zublits
    Mar 28, 2015
    10
    This is a true return to form for Obsidian. It's everything I hoped for from an isometric CRPG in 2015. The writing is excellent, the combat is challenging and surprisingly deep (even on normal), and the presentation is lush and alluring. This is the best game I've played in years.
  2. Emphatic
    Mar 28, 2015
    10
    Having been a huge fan of the Baldur's Gate and Icewind Dale series I can tell you that this is everything it promised to be any more, A true shining gem, if you like Isometric games, you will love it, if like love beautifully crafted stories, you will love it. if you are yearning for an unforgettable RPG experience that hasn't been seen in over a decade, look no further, this game deserveHaving been a huge fan of the Baldur's Gate and Icewind Dale series I can tell you that this is everything it promised to be any more, A true shining gem, if you like Isometric games, you will love it, if like love beautifully crafted stories, you will love it. if you are yearning for an unforgettable RPG experience that hasn't been seen in over a decade, look no further, this game deserve all the praise it gets and then some.… Expand
  3. melrief
    Mar 29, 2015
    10
    Pillars of Ethernity is a masterpiece, a game that shows what developers commitment and crowsourcing love can do. The game is a spiritual successor of Baldur's Gate/Icewind Dale/Planescape: Torment but it also improves most of the aspects, like graphic, sound, the combat system and the character customization. The main difference between those games and PoE is the fact that PoE is not aPillars of Ethernity is a masterpiece, a game that shows what developers commitment and crowsourcing love can do. The game is a spiritual successor of Baldur's Gate/Icewind Dale/Planescape: Torment but it also improves most of the aspects, like graphic, sound, the combat system and the character customization. The main difference between those games and PoE is the fact that PoE is not a D&D game and doesn't use any of the D&D settings. I was a bit worried about this because D&D 2nd edition is very rich and recreating something even similar requires a lot of time, but the PoE team surprised me: the game mechanics are good, sometime even better than old games. The strategy is dominant in every battle and the game is challenging even at lower difficulties. The non-linear progress of the game can be a pain for people used to games with linear progression, but the result is a realistic world in which you must be careful and wise.

    Graphics and sound are amazing. In particular I find the soundtrack inspired and well placed.

    If I have to find a problem in the game, probably I would point out that the story is not completely original; sometimes it resemble a certain game about past lives...but honestly that could be considered a feature of the game, considering that the other game is another masterpiece.

    I recommend this game but not to everybody: the game is challenging, story-driven and sometimes slow, e.g. when reading dialogs. You have to like this kind of games to love this game.    … Expand
  4. skyrage
    Mar 27, 2015
    10
    First of all, the game is awesome! Its almost everything I had hoped for if there was a BG3. Now, I wanted to comment about some of the bad reviews...a few of them were valid, but alot of them seems to be complaining that PoE is lacking elements of modern RPGs, like Dragon Age. Seriously? The whole premise of the kickstarter project for Obsidian was to go back to its roots and recreate theFirst of all, the game is awesome! Its almost everything I had hoped for if there was a BG3. Now, I wanted to comment about some of the bad reviews...a few of them were valid, but alot of them seems to be complaining that PoE is lacking elements of modern RPGs, like Dragon Age. Seriously? The whole premise of the kickstarter project for Obsidian was to go back to its roots and recreate the classic RPG magic in games like BG that we know and love. They told you this, countless times. And you are giving PoE a bad review cause its too much like BG and not enough like Dragon Age?! WTH, this is like you knowingly walked into a burger joint, order a burger, ate it, then proceed to complain and give the burger joint a bad review cause their burger didnt taste like the pizza you wanted...seriously wth.… Expand
  5. tamimh
    Mar 29, 2015
    10
    This game will take you back on a time travel to the good old days of PST, BG, IWD when all the best RPG games ever created. A magnificent atmosphere interesting story and a comfortable engine. good job to all the people in Obsidian. I am glad I'm a backer.
  6. Freesoul
    Mar 28, 2015
    10
    The game we've been waiting for more than a decade !!! and so far it looks like a masterpiece,
    Oldschool gameplay with nowaday tech :)
    Thank you Obsidian !!!
  7. SCompadre
    Mar 31, 2015
    10
    Do you need a deep, mature and incredible story? do you like rpg? awesome and complex combat? vasts amounts of choice? look no further, GET. PILLARS. OF. ETERNITY. ASAP.
  8. cicimbus
    Mar 28, 2015
    9
    Perfect, I really pleasantly surprised, super graphics, playing super, super environment ... control.. so this is a little worse, perhaps will be tunes in the next update ... 9/10 because you can NOT have love(wife) !
  9. Gishnak
    Mar 28, 2015
    10
    The first RPG in a long time that really works in all senses. There are a few bugs out there, but I've not encountered any yet and I'm sure these will be patched shortly.
  10. RaZeLSKi
    Apr 1, 2015
    10
    I have played Baldurs Gate many times, even Enhanced Editions, I just love that games. What I did not realise was that I will be playing Baldurs Gate on steroids soon enough. Obsidian took what was great in it, enhanced everything else and Pillars of Eternity was born. Beautiful locations, great story and mechanics. When bard first join my team I thought it would be a mage with differentI have played Baldurs Gate many times, even Enhanced Editions, I just love that games. What I did not realise was that I will be playing Baldurs Gate on steroids soon enough. Obsidian took what was great in it, enhanced everything else and Pillars of Eternity was born. Beautiful locations, great story and mechanics. When bard first join my team I thought it would be a mage with different spells. But no, each class has unique mechanics and it makes the game even greater. Each level and there are 12 makes a difference, and experience is made such way, that on hard you have more epic battles without exping to fast.

    It is a must for each RPG fan, but remember it is a real RPG. It is hard, but gives much satisfaction, you need to read a lot and will not suit everyone. So think about it before you will buy it. For me it is worth every cent I gave for it. And I wait for more.    … Expand
  11. pgorny
    Mar 30, 2015
    10
    I've played many many games in my life, but finished only about 15... 7 of them were in some way related to the Black Isle Studios or Interplay. Now these guys - as Obsidian - publish Pillars of Eternity. Bought it on day one (unfortunately I didn't know about the game during Kickstarter).

    What happened? I got totally immersed, soaked by the game! It's so engaging in terms of the    I've played many many games in my life, but finished only about 15... 7 of them were in some way related to the Black Isle Studios or Interplay. Now these guys - as Obsidian - publish Pillars of Eternity. Bought it on day one (unfortunately I didn't know about the game during Kickstarter).

    What happened?

    I got totally immersed, soaked by the game! It's so engaging in terms of the story, I love reading all those descriptions of people, their stories, behaviours etc. I also enjoy the fight, but I don't press for it too much - yes you have such an option!

    Obsidian - this is really good work. Congratulations! And thank you!    … Expand
  12. SirRobert82
    Mar 31, 2015
    10
    I backed this game, and got exactly what i bargained for. Great job Obsidian! Love the game! Amazing story, great characters, beautiful world and plenty of quest. The combat took a while to get used to, but now i really like it. A+
  13. Speedball
    Apr 1, 2015
    10
    Overall a game the delivers on all the Kickstarter promises and stands out as an exceptional cRPG, especially in comparison to genre that lauds things like DA:I as RPG of the year. The variety of backgrounds, classes, and cultures provides ample space for writing your own story (unhampered by preset PCs or full voice acting). I recommend this game without reservation for anyone wanting aOverall a game the delivers on all the Kickstarter promises and stands out as an exceptional cRPG, especially in comparison to genre that lauds things like DA:I as RPG of the year. The variety of backgrounds, classes, and cultures provides ample space for writing your own story (unhampered by preset PCs or full voice acting). I recommend this game without reservation for anyone wanting a deep narrative and mechanically nuanced role playing game.… Expand
  14. Paladinus
    Apr 7, 2015
    9
    Though I haven't finished the game, I can assure it provides what it promises: a good old.school RPG, worthy of being considered Baldur's Gate successor. Stats and skills do not only affect combat, but also open new options during interactions. Each time we speak, the game takes it into account, and over time, what we say has some impact on our gameplay and future interactions (not alwaysThough I haven't finished the game, I can assure it provides what it promises: a good old.school RPG, worthy of being considered Baldur's Gate successor. Stats and skills do not only affect combat, but also open new options during interactions. Each time we speak, the game takes it into account, and over time, what we say has some impact on our gameplay and future interactions (not always in a decisive way, but it has more impact than in most RPG's). Difficulty is pretty decent on hard so far, so I'm satisfied with it. Excellent crafting and upgrading system, which is both easy and does not require harvesting tons of materials.
    The thing that pleases me the most is the incredibly wide range of options you have to solve each quest.
    It lacks cutscenes (or cinematics, better) for certain interactions, more (and a bit better) voice acting and a less overwhelming lore during the first stages of the game. However, I know the budget was not very high, so I consider it more than enough. A great job indeed.    … Expand
  15. Lvce
    Apr 25, 2015
    10
    Great..Everything, from the combat mechanics to the dialogues it is so inspired that doesn't only looks like BG3, but will feel like too. It is you playing a 15y old game updated in every aspect that is NOT a Hd remastered version. The lore it is monumental and pleasant during it's read-only unveiling. That's a job well done
  16. GogoFFVI
    Apr 21, 2015
    10
    A great game with a great story and interesting sidequests with different options to choose from, real attention to detail, nice lore, good gameplay. Stick with it a little after the start and you'll get hooked if you're a fan of rpgs. I've put 90+ hours in this game and still playing, games like skyrim should learn from well written games like Pillars of Eternity.
  17. thermoplastics
    Dec 9, 2015
    9
    PRO: Rich storytelling
    One of the main highlights of Pillars of Eternity is the rich and deeply involved story telling. The minutia to be found in game is almost exasperating. Every aspect of the world and the characters within have a very involved background with many different reactions to the players chosen character (race, class, etc.). On top of this there is often very well done    PRO: Rich storytelling
    One of the main highlights of Pillars of Eternity is the rich and deeply involved story telling. The minutia to be found in game is almost exasperating. Every aspect of the world and the characters within have a very involved background with many different reactions to the players chosen character (race, class, etc.). On top of this there is often very well done voice acting to accompany these scenarios, giving even more life to the game.

    PRO: Deep character creation
    The character creation menu in Pillars of Eternity are highly detailed. The player can choose from six different races that have eleven playable classes. There is also an assortment of sub races for each of the six races. Making for a pretty wide selection of choices that allows the player to create very individualized avatars.

    PRO: Combat requires forethought
    The combat in Pillars of Eternity usually requires a good bit of planning. Depending on the monsters one is facing the scenario shifts on how one needs to react. Fighting a couple of bandits will call for a complete different reaction than fighting a large dragon. Players have to adapt constantly, which creates an exciting atmosphere and a good bit of tension. The use of the space bar (or having a setting that auto pauses) to pause the game is key in planning how to react to each scenario which thankfully gives the player plenty of time to plan their future actions.

    PRO: Fantastic throwback to the isometric RPGs of old
    For fans of games like Baldur's Gate or Icewind Dale, Pillars of Eternity truly succeeds in bringing the CRPG genre into the modern era without compromising any of the old mechanics. The isometric view of the game gives a familiar feel but the new engine and addition of many modern effects gives the game a look all its own that fits in with any modern offerings on PC.

    PRO: Movie quality music
    The quality of the soundtrack is comparable to some of the best CRPGs out there as well as films like Lord of the Rings. At times there are looping soundtracks but luckily the sound design was done in such a way that there is also moments of ambient music and sounds to break up the monotony.

    PRO: Long gameplay
    With a play time of up to 70 hours, Pillars of Eternity will last any player for a good amount of time.

    PRO: Large selection of companions
    A player can have up to five different companions accompany them along their quest. Many of these companions have their own storylines, making for a feeling of connection. There is also the option of hiring your own user created companions at an inn, but of course this may not be as exciting as using the game created ones.

    PRO: Crafting system
    Players can collects items in the world to use for crafting. Crafting allows for creation of potions and scrolls as well as equipable items or enchantments for equipable items such as weapons, shields and armor.

    Unlike some crafting systems, crafting in Pillars of Eternity is a mechanic and not a skill, so there is no need to level up any crafting experience in order to craft.

    PRO: Three editions available that offer extra out of game content
    There are three different digital retail editions available for Pillars of Eternity, Hero Edition ($44.99), Champion Edition ($59.99) and Royal Edition ($89.99). The Hero edition is the base game with no extras. The Champion Edition offers the purchaser extra digital content such as a soundtrack and HD map. The Royal Edition offers everything the Champion Edition does with even more extra digital content such as Ringtones, eBooks and a strategy guide.

    There is zero in game content missing from any of these editions as Obsidian made it a point to make sure all the extras are just that, extras. Some may say what is on offer for the extra editions is not comparable to the price, really it is just a way for fans to give more money to a studio that bothered to create a genre of game that is often overlooked, a way to show appreciation.

    CON: A lot of reading
    The amount of text in game may turn some people off as much of the time spent in game will be spent reading.

    CON: Single player only
    There are no online or co-op modes.

    Full comparison found here: http://www.slant.co/topics/2220/viewpoints/5/~what-are-the-best-crpgs-on-pc~pillars-of-eternity    … Expand
  18. dricks
    Mar 27, 2015
    10
    I recently finished the Baldur's gate Enhanced Edition, and then comes Pillars of Eternity.
    It's SO GOOD, i can't believe someone dit it : a game as good as Baldur's gate 2, with a real story and stunning gameplay.
    Thank you Obsidian for making my dream come true !
  19. Brimsurfer
    Mar 28, 2015
    10
    This is one hell of a game. Definitely one of the best RPGs since BG series ended. It totally blows away crappy RPGs like DA:I. This game totally worths it. If you like the older Infinity Engine titles, then you are going to love this.
  20. Galaad97
    Mar 28, 2015
    10
    Any sane(or not) fan of the baldur's gate, planescape, IWD series of the past ought to give this one a try. It is deep, lengthy and has so much content that you can delve into this world for very many hours :). The presentation is polished and it is simply a great and fun RPG :)
  21. ellimar188
    Apr 5, 2015
    9
    Congratulations, Obsidian: Pillars of Eternity is an extremely fun game! Like most of the users reviewing Pillars, I played and loved the Infinity Engine games, Baldur's Gate 2 being my personal favorite. I think that Pillars successfully captures the "feel" of those old games; the interface, combat, environments (I love the pre-rendered environments!) and dialogue all seem like updatedCongratulations, Obsidian: Pillars of Eternity is an extremely fun game! Like most of the users reviewing Pillars, I played and loved the Infinity Engine games, Baldur's Gate 2 being my personal favorite. I think that Pillars successfully captures the "feel" of those old games; the interface, combat, environments (I love the pre-rendered environments!) and dialogue all seem like updated versions of their IE counterparts. The story and lore are also very interesting, though I think that the Forgotten Realms campaign setting is far more robust due to its age. Obsidian has done a fantastic job in updating the IE-style isometric RPG with Pillars.

    I also think that Obsidian has made some changes that make for a better experience. I find that Pillars, while by no means an easy game, is not nearly as unforgiving as the IE games. I have yet to run into a troll and wipe because I have no fire or fire-based spells! I also love that the classes do not feel as restricted as they did within the Dungeons and Dragons rule set used by the Baldur's Gate and Icewind Dale series (unfortunately, I have not played Planescape). Want to be a mage with heavy armor and a sword? Go right ahead! Just know that the armor will slow you down. Further, I really enjoy the text-based encounters that you come across throughout your travels in the game. There is something fun about leaving a scene partially to the player's imagination instead of utilizing cut scenes; it is like the difference between reading a book and watching a movie. I suppose that if you do not enjoy reading this will not appeal to you. However, you SHOULD NOT play this game if you don't like reading. The game often feels like a great novel, a quality that I really enjoy.

    However, Pillars of Eternity does have its flaws. The biggest one, in my opinion, is that while the combat is extremely fun, Pillars actually lacks something that the IE games possessed: customizable AI. In Baldur's Gate, for example, I could utilize scripts that allow my party members to behave in a certain way during combat, though I could still take complete control if I wanted to. Pillars, on the other hand, does not have this feature and requires you to meticulously micromanage your party during combat. This does not bother me a lot (I like micromanaging), but at times I wish that I didn't have to tell my mage to cast magic missiles every time I want him to. Or that my healer would just cast a healing spell when my tank reaches a certain amount of endurance. Hopefully customizable AI scripts will be added in a future patch.

    In addition to the absence of party scripts, I can't help but feel that Pillars of Eternity relies a lot on nostalgia. This isn't necessarily a flaw; I am having a great time with the game and it seems like others are too. However, I am not sure if Pillars will appeal as strongly to players who have not played an IE game. Again, this may not be a problem and I believe that the folks at Obsidian have accomplished what they intended. Pillars is an excellent adventure, though maybe not an adventure for everyone. But then again, what game is?    … Expand
  22. jonnyzero
    Mar 29, 2015
    10
    Pillars of Eternity is nothing short of a masterpiece. Obsidian set out to create a game in the mould of classic RPGs such as Baldur's Gate, but have instead created a game that comfortably sits alongside THE great RPGs. The writing and setting are stunning and the combat is challenging enough to bring you to your knees. It is a "must buy".
  23. icedon
    Apr 12, 2015
    10
    It's like Baldur's Gate II with modern graphics and better story. The Backgrounds are hand-drawn and beautiful, the voice acting, while sparse, is fitting. The NPC's are very memorable and each comes with a unique back-story and personal quest. The music is your classic fantasy score with a lot of different themes for combat, exploration and city background.

    I can recommend this to any    It's like Baldur's Gate II with modern graphics and better story. The Backgrounds are hand-drawn and beautiful, the voice acting, while sparse, is fitting. The NPC's are very memorable and each comes with a unique back-story and personal quest. The music is your classic fantasy score with a lot of different themes for combat, exploration and city background.

    I can recommend this to any serious cRPG player.    … Expand
  24. Gileq
    Mar 31, 2015
    10
    At least. Game where players are treated with respect, not as idiots, like in most AAA games. Decent difficulty level, where scaling up is benefitial.
  25. Suzay
    Apr 2, 2015
    8
    A really fun old school RPG. Deserves all the praise it gets. Engagning while super fun gameplaywise. The tactical combat system in particular deserves some very special praise. All in all, awesome.
  26. Iskhiaro
    May 1, 2015
    10
    I backed this on kickstarter and had high hopes as I approved of the ideas and design decisions made by Obsidian. They really did deliver on all my expectations. The first true gaming kickstarter success story. Other kickstarted games have been good, some have approached greatness, but this is the first to reach it. Game of the Year 2015!
  27. Ananisapta
    Jun 9, 2015
    9
    Fans of Baldur's Gate will be pleased with this retro creation... like visiting the Auburn - Cord - Duesenberg antique car museum. Fans of more realistic and action-packed modern RPGs may find Pillars a bit flat and the combat deadly slow. I was not pleased with the ending... perhaps it was the choices I made, but it seemed little had changed. Life is to continue in a medieval turmoil ofFans of Baldur's Gate will be pleased with this retro creation... like visiting the Auburn - Cord - Duesenberg antique car museum. Fans of more realistic and action-packed modern RPGs may find Pillars a bit flat and the combat deadly slow. I was not pleased with the ending... perhaps it was the choices I made, but it seemed little had changed. Life is to continue in a medieval turmoil of chance and futility, world without end. But to get there was an eternity of talk - talk - talk, punctuated by scads of 30" battles that could take a half-hour to play out. The final battle took me over an hour... and that was on easy difficulty! OK my crew was level 11 rather than the recommended 12, but I couldn't face grinding everybody up another level. Also many of the abilities are cumbersome to use and not intuitive. Part of the challenge is to learn how to play six different characters simultaneously, plus our group had a pet and three kinds of conjured creatures to keep track of. One has to level all these folks individually and tend to their armor and weapon sets, not to mention consumables. The 'top-down' graphics are much less immersive than the virtual reality typical of today's games. The game was made with love and conviction, the voice acting was good but many of the dialogs weren't voiced. Some enemies are unkillable but you won't know which ones until after 30' of waling away on them. And walls of text to read, especially at the end. In summary, a period piece, well made but not awesome.… Expand
  28. iseeall
    Dec 18, 2015
    10
    A great remake of Baldur's Gate 2, I can only agree on everything with other reviewers who gave 10/10. If you like top-down party-based RPGs with huge non-linear worlds, multitudes of spells/abilities and complex character building - buy this game.
  29. cratecruncher
    Jun 29, 2015
    9
    Pillars is a long game with dozens of side quests, dungeons, interesting companion characters, and a unique story. It took me 160 hours to complete the game on my first playthrough. Great game in the traditional Baldurs Gate Infinity Engine mold. Only better because there isn't so much "grindy" map clearing like those old games.
  30. manukosta
    Jul 5, 2015
    10
    Im sorry, but this isnt just another Baldurs Gate....its a vastly improved one, with better mechanics, visuals, great fast pace option toggled with s or d for exploring, and it is the comeback of a genre. THIS is why the game is so special, because these types of games have a market, and its big! Its why people still play tabletop RPGs and Dungeons and Dragons, we dont need the bestIm sorry, but this isnt just another Baldurs Gate....its a vastly improved one, with better mechanics, visuals, great fast pace option toggled with s or d for exploring, and it is the comeback of a genre. THIS is why the game is so special, because these types of games have a market, and its big! Its why people still play tabletop RPGs and Dungeons and Dragons, we dont need the best graphics in 3D to have a great gaming experience. I love Witcher 3 and I love this game. And we definitely need more of these types of games. Strategic, fun CRPG at its best!… Expand
  31. ebo974
    Mar 31, 2015
    10
    A very good game, just like former Black Isle references such BG 1&2... The way to play is old style, probably not suitable for newer players. I'm really happy to see that more and more RPG are like that. The team progression is really cool, and the places to visit are various and classical. Very great work!
  32. fluent
    Mar 30, 2015
    10
    Absolutely amazing. Fans of Baldur's Gate should be as giddy as I am about this one. It's basically Baldur's Gate 2015. Obsidian nailed it. Congrats for creating one of the best RPGs in the last 15 years!
  33. Type4101
    Mar 29, 2015
    9
    An epic RPG in the Baldur's Gate style, by the folks who brought us Baldur's gate! This is a deep, immersive, stat-driven, party-based RPG. RPGs have mostly been abandoned by developers in favor of hyped up, overpriced, unfinished, micro-transaction and DLC based crap. Pillars of Eternity is the opposite of that. It is a full game at a fair price. These developers are fantastic, andAn epic RPG in the Baldur's Gate style, by the folks who brought us Baldur's gate! This is a deep, immersive, stat-driven, party-based RPG. RPGs have mostly been abandoned by developers in favor of hyped up, overpriced, unfinished, micro-transaction and DLC based crap. Pillars of Eternity is the opposite of that. It is a full game at a fair price. These developers are fantastic, and clearly care about the artistic nature of game-making. If Baldur's Gate was a Picasso, then this game (so far...I'm not even near the end yet) is at least a Rembrandt. The real-time/pause combat system isn't my favorite (I prefer the turn-based methods of games like Wasteland 2), and combat frequently devolves into a bunch of exploding colors on the screen that makes it difficult to know what is happening. Still, combat is functional, and not the focus of the game. The focus here is on the detailed world, its broken-willed inhabitants, and a terrible curse that steals the souls from babies. Pillars of Eternity is an awesome RPG that, hopefully, is the start of a great series.… Expand
  34. Lomaxnoah
    Mar 28, 2015
    10
    Best rpg for a loooong time, actually one of the few i can really call a RPG nowdays. 10/10 no doubt about it. It is really as close to BG as it gets, if you like this kind of game. Go play it now
  35. mr_cipriani
    Mar 28, 2015
    10
    Thought I've become jaded about games, this one proved me differently. Finally having that same 'feel' I had 15 years ago playing old Infinity Engine games. Thank you Obsidian (and Paradox).
  36. ra_hammerhead
    Mar 29, 2015
    10
    Awesome BG2 and Planescape successor. I really like Russian translation (this is that rarest case when I do play not in the original) and all the lore in the game. Story and quests are interesting as well. What is defferent from BG is this game is really pleasant to read. It is like a book. Combat and character interaction are on very good level. I play it on Path of the Damned difficultyAwesome BG2 and Planescape successor. I really like Russian translation (this is that rarest case when I do play not in the original) and all the lore in the game. Story and quests are interesting as well. What is defferent from BG is this game is really pleasant to read. It is like a book. Combat and character interaction are on very good level. I play it on Path of the Damned difficulty and this is awesome. So many challenges and thoughts needs to be made to approach almost 50-80% of the battles.

    This game worth its time and money. And of course it has amazingly beautiful environment and atmosphere!    … Expand
  37. metamorfoso
    Mar 29, 2015
    10
    This is a phenomenal game. The setting is rich and detailed, the writing is, for the most part, eloquent without being overly purple, the design is solid, and it is all presented in exquisite visual and aural style. Moreover, it's a vindication of Obsidian as a development studio, as well as of the crowdfunding business model for niche gaming.

    A complete and well deserved business,    This is a phenomenal game. The setting is rich and detailed, the writing is, for the most part, eloquent without being overly purple, the design is solid, and it is all presented in exquisite visual and aural style. Moreover, it's a vindication of Obsidian as a development studio, as well as of the crowdfunding business model for niche gaming.

    A complete and well deserved business, technical, and artistic triumph for Obsidian. Bravo.    … Expand
  38. Goalseeker
    Mar 30, 2015
    10
    Finally a RPG game like Baldurs gate. I have been playing for a while and the gameplay is just amazing and the opportunities endless :-) Love the game!
  39. Mygaffer
    Apr 14, 2015
    10
    Pillars of Eternity is a beautiful game that gives players a great bounty of options in how to play it and a smaller than expected learning curve.
    The world is rich without becoming stultifying. The lore is built through the descriptions, dialogue, books and even the design of the world itself. As you progress through the game you will feel like you are exploring a real place and    Pillars of Eternity is a beautiful game that gives players a great bounty of options in how to play it and a smaller than expected learning curve.
    The world is rich without becoming stultifying. The lore is built through the descriptions, dialogue, books and even the design of the world itself. As you progress through the game you will feel like you are exploring a real place and interacting with real people. The themes are deep and consistent throughout the game and can cause genuine moments of reflection in the aware gamer.
    Gameplay works very well, it can feel difficult at first but by paying attention to your stats and abilities you will quickly become efficient at combat and feel a real satisfaction at planning and executing a battle plan against a tough group of enemies. Leveling is rewarding, there is no such thing as grinding, and many of the old school design flaws, like buffing yourself before battle, are gone from this game. You do not have to save scum either, as it is possible to disengage and retreat if a battle is going poorly.
    The art is great, the design amazing, and the soundtrack easy to listen to. This game is something special and something I would not have expected to see the light of day even two years ago. An expansion is already confirmed and all of us should hope for many more stories and adventure to come from the world of Eora where PoE takes place.    … Expand
  40. szszsz
    Apr 14, 2015
    10
    its really a ROLE playing game, where you feel your decisions matter while youve got a lot of place to make yout own choices. Not to mention well written plot, characters and couple of genre overall improvements (like speeding up movement, bigger area of effect when it comes to leaving location, easy and logic rpg system, or side quests that are actually connected to the plot - not someits really a ROLE playing game, where you feel your decisions matter while youve got a lot of place to make yout own choices. Not to mention well written plot, characters and couple of genre overall improvements (like speeding up movement, bigger area of effect when it comes to leaving location, easy and logic rpg system, or side quests that are actually connected to the plot - not some dragon-age-pick-up-crystals-bullshieeet).

    only cons i found are rather small maps (but at least they dont feel empty), some side quests using the areas youve been to (eg. you clear the cave full of ogres, then you get a quest to clear it from cultics who are supposed to be there for years already,, feels dumb), leveling cap that can be rather easily met in the mid/late game and battle music which ends exactly when battle ends (instead of some fading), but all of these are really nothing compared to this future classic isometric crpg.

    A MUST HAVE.    … Expand
  41. Prosmooth
    Apr 20, 2015
    10
    I won't lie and say that I've played through the whole game yet. I've played around 20 hours. 20 of the most fun filled hours of my life. Takes the infinity engine formula and tweaks it almost to perfection. Combat can still be a frustrating experience as it was with the games two decades ago--you had better know your skills and spells inside out--even the easy difficulty can be aI won't lie and say that I've played through the whole game yet. I've played around 20 hours. 20 of the most fun filled hours of my life. Takes the infinity engine formula and tweaks it almost to perfection. Combat can still be a frustrating experience as it was with the games two decades ago--you had better know your skills and spells inside out--even the easy difficulty can be a challenge if you go charging into a room like Duke Nukem. Use the autopause and plan things out--that's what it's there for. Other than that--it's very immersive, lore heavy, funny, bawdy, violent and most of all addictive and fun filled. Definite game of the year contender in any category.… Expand
  42. Vasenor
    Apr 16, 2015
    10
    This is one of the best CRPGs I've played. It has both solid combat and excellent plot and characters. All the companions are memorable and have backstories which flesh them out as people beyond their role in the game.

    One thing I'd note is that you expect a cheerful high fantasy romp this isn't it. The game world is not a nice place and you're more likely to be faced with a corpse at    This is one of the best CRPGs I've played. It has both solid combat and excellent plot and characters. All the companions are memorable and have backstories which flesh them out as people beyond their role in the game.

    One thing I'd note is that you expect a cheerful high fantasy romp this isn't it. The game world is not a nice place and you're more likely to be faced with a corpse at the end of a missing person quest than a heroic rescue. You're often faced with having to pick the least worst alternative.    … Expand
  43. Jimomedota
    Apr 17, 2015
    10
    Awesome game never thought id like a crpg so much the game mechanics r awesome the sceneries are a joy to view it maybe a bit ready but thats fine but the only problem is the load but its negligible simply amazing
  44. Messerschmitt
    Mar 31, 2015
    10
    A great game. So far I played for about 10 hours and loved every minute of it. Don't listen to the malcontents! This is how crpg supposed to look like: clever mechanics, deep and interesting lore, mysterious plot, many ways of resolving problems (especially in conversations), great music, graphics and atmosphere. The only flaw is that fights tend to be a bit to chaotic. Anyway the game isA great game. So far I played for about 10 hours and loved every minute of it. Don't listen to the malcontents! This is how crpg supposed to look like: clever mechanics, deep and interesting lore, mysterious plot, many ways of resolving problems (especially in conversations), great music, graphics and atmosphere. The only flaw is that fights tend to be a bit to chaotic. Anyway the game is fantastic and it's worth every penny! Stop reading reviews - buy it!… Expand
  45. SilentHunterUA
    Apr 8, 2015
    10
    I am 20 years old, and i didn't play Baldur's Gate, Icewind Dale, Planescape: Torment.
    Everyone compares Pillars Of Eternity to those games.
    I don't get the nostalgia. But! If BG,ID,PT are a lot like PoE, i will play the **** out of them! Because Pillars Of Eternity is just awesome. You can truly ROLE PLAY everyone. Not only you can be a good guy saving the world, but you can kill and    I am 20 years old, and i didn't play Baldur's Gate, Icewind Dale, Planescape: Torment.
    Everyone compares Pillars Of Eternity to those games.
    I don't get the nostalgia. But! If BG,ID,PT are a lot like PoE, i will play the **** out of them!
    Because Pillars Of Eternity is just awesome. You can truly ROLE PLAY everyone. Not only you can be a good guy saving the world, but you can kill and slave everyone, and take prisoners to your own dungeon that you build in your own castle! The variety is huge.
    Some side quest are bigger than main quest in other today's RPGs. Even so trivial quest like bringing a lost book to a priest will throw at you originality. Not gonna spoil it for you :)
    Pillars of Eternity - 10/10 [Honest]    … Expand
  46. pinball123
    Apr 9, 2015
    9
    Amazing game. Great throw back to baldurs gate with some modern twists. I've been wanting this game for so long and it delivers. I miss the forgotten realms setting but the game is still my goty right now.
  47. Drael
    Mar 29, 2015
    10
    This is a perfect game. The depth the story, the challenge. Like a classic RPG, immersive, rewarding, enjoyable - but better, better story, better graphics, better interface, better mechanics. I would say this is better than baldurs gate, or neverwinter nights. A true modern classic. There are lush beautiful art graphics, the strategic combat is really challenging, the role playing is realThis is a perfect game. The depth the story, the challenge. Like a classic RPG, immersive, rewarding, enjoyable - but better, better story, better graphics, better interface, better mechanics. I would say this is better than baldurs gate, or neverwinter nights. A true modern classic. There are lush beautiful art graphics, the strategic combat is really challenging, the role playing is real choice for impact role playing, and the story is engrossing, and the world large and immersive/compelling. 10/10. Hype meet with reality perfectly.… Expand
  48. xouspring
    Apr 8, 2015
    10
    Long time a game didn't capture my attention that much since a long time. Finding myself playing at 2am again, and thinking about the game during the day!
    The combat is fun and rewarding, the game speaks to nostalgia but the graphics are very nice and really capture the atmosphere. Very good writing and rich story.
    Obsidian didn't disappoint!
  49. Drekko
    Apr 9, 2015
    10
    If you like Baldurs Gate, Planscape: Torment then you'll love this game
    This game is like Baldurs Gate but with slightly improved graphics and controls
    Its awesome. Interesting story and characters. Also its quite a challenge !
  50. keemt
    Apr 4, 2015
    10
    9/10 but rating it 10 b/c people gave 0s.

    To all the people complaining how buggy it is---I played Skyrim 4 YEARS after release, and had to restart my game 3 times because I needed an UNOFFICIAL non-Bethesda patch or the entire main storyline wouldn't start (dragon soul bug). This game is way less buggy than Skyrim. 6 rarest traits from great RPGs    9/10 but rating it 10 b/c people gave 0s.

    To all the people complaining how buggy it is---I played Skyrim 4 YEARS after release, and had to restart my game 3 times because I needed an UNOFFICIAL non-Bethesda patch or the entire main storyline wouldn't start (dragon soul bug). This game is way less buggy than Skyrim.

    6 rarest traits from great RPGs
    ------------------------------------------
    1. Great Story --8/10
    2. Great character development ---7/10
    3. Choice & Consequence ---5/10
    4. Open world ---9/10
    5. Non-linear quests ----10/10
    6. Anonymous, multiple character generation

    The game has great combat, items, and interesting quests and stories. This is basically a better version of the great Spiderweb Software games, meaning it's a big and tightly made masterpiece with negligible flaws. I found the later parts of the story to be much too wordy, however.    … Expand
  51. Benjamin99
    Mar 26, 2015
    9
    Amazing RPG. If you old enough to play Baldurs gate and icewind dale you going to love Pillars of Eternity. I actually think its much better then the latest Dragon age. A must buy for any old school RPG fan.
  52. Liberatus
    Mar 27, 2015
    10
    This game is reminiscent of some of my favorite RPG's like Neverwinter Nights, Baldur's Gate and Arcanum. The game can be challenging on even normal difficulty which is something else I appreciate, it is definitely not a walk in the park. The only downfall I can see in this game is there is no multiplayer and no extravagant cut-scenes or graphics. The world does have great art and a hugeThis game is reminiscent of some of my favorite RPG's like Neverwinter Nights, Baldur's Gate and Arcanum. The game can be challenging on even normal difficulty which is something else I appreciate, it is definitely not a walk in the park. The only downfall I can see in this game is there is no multiplayer and no extravagant cut-scenes or graphics. The world does have great art and a huge variety of options. Most quests are not mandatory to move forward and there are many solutions for problems where you can make choices that define your character. One of the few perfect 10's I have played.… Expand
  53. ohioastro
    Apr 5, 2015
    10
    PoE is an example of how you both modernize a game genre and keep the core essence of what people found compelling in the older games. It channels the spirit of games like Baldur's Gate with a new system. You have a protagonist in a six-player party; you can either choose companions with story lines or generate them. There are no class restrictions on armor or weapons. CharacterPoE is an example of how you both modernize a game genre and keep the core essence of what people found compelling in the older games. It channels the spirit of games like Baldur's Gate with a new system. You have a protagonist in a six-player party; you can either choose companions with story lines or generate them. There are no class restrictions on armor or weapons. Character development is solid, with a range of valid approaches. Encounters are interesting tactical puzzles. You'll get slapped around if you’re sloppy.

    There are many clever design upgrades. Damage is taken from a temporary resource (endurance) drawn from a larger pool (health); this allows players to risk more while minimizing save/reload abuse. They ditched the tedium of inventory Tetris with an unlimited stash. This is the sort of change that you only appreciate when you see it. Money is ample, but you won't be able to buy out all of the fancy goods in the stores. The stash system makes crafting useful, not a chore, and it isn’t overpowered.

    The storytelling is stellar. Modern games have all sorts of expensive cinematic flourishes. PoE tells stories with text effectively; 2D graphics are clear and pretty. People who don’t read it will miss a marvelously detailed world with deep themes. Dialog isn’t telegraphed to you, and you can solve many quests without violence. There is no experience for kills, just for discovery and quests; this emphasizes role-playing. You develop reputations and will discover very different opportunities for different approaches.

    For me, the take-away lessons are that you want to focus on the core appeal of older games (tight tactical encounters, character development, and solid storytelling) while shedding mechanical limitations that encouraged tedium and hyper-conservative game play.    … Expand
  54. Malach1te
    Mar 29, 2015
    9
    A true RPG. I didn't expect this after the mediocre experience that was Wasteland 2 and other kickstarter projects but i was hooked from the very intro screen. The setting seems cookie cutter D&D at first, but you will soon notice it's so much more and very mature/believable (as is the writing). I especially like its Celtic and Anglo-Saxon tones.
  55. zaqik
    Apr 12, 2015
    10
    Now I truly became too old that I can enjoy Obsidian's games. Pillars of Eternity consist of concentrate nostalgia about easygoing times and entertaiments that CAN be called Games.
  56. Maneinarr
    Apr 27, 2015
    10
    Absolute must try game if your into tactical rpg games. This is the darker, better overall version of Divinity Original Sin. I see a lot of misplaced nostalgia actually in both of the games, and putting overdramatic feelings aside, both games are fantastic. The only issue here is people tend to favor Divinity because it took advantage of timing, for it was released before pillars ofAbsolute must try game if your into tactical rpg games. This is the darker, better overall version of Divinity Original Sin. I see a lot of misplaced nostalgia actually in both of the games, and putting overdramatic feelings aside, both games are fantastic. The only issue here is people tend to favor Divinity because it took advantage of timing, for it was released before pillars of eternity (aka baldurs gate 3) and got to the gamers before, but in comparison it's lacking depth.

    Why I'm mentioning Divinity? they're very similar, yet they have substantial differences, but for the purpose of comparison, here it goes:

    Pillars of eternity vs Divinity: OS:

    Graphics: DOS
    PoE: 9/10, DOS 10/10. They're similar and both are isometric looking, and although the art itself is inferior in Divinity, the world seems more interactive than Pillars, hence, this one goes to Divinity.

    Sound: Draw
    You'll feel very inmersed in combat/adventure with both of them which is fricking important for any decent gamer out there!

    Story: PoE
    PoE (8/10), DOS (5/10). This is where Divinity takes a MAYOR hit in the nuts. You get a linear experience through the game, with a couple of boring missions/side quests (with the "do them in perfect order or you will get punished" mechanic), with boring characters and dull storytelling. At least it's not dumb, but it's very "basic", basically :). PoE is totally interesting and storytelling is wonderful, but the only real interactions you'll have will be with your preset partners (more on that later), in the end it also suffers from some characterisation to make it more vivid.

    Rpg elements: PoE
    PoE (10/10), DOS (9/10)
    Very close to each other. The thing is that PoE gets creative in the way you get experience, while DOS gets stingy with exp to make you suffer more every battle, which in the ends slows down gameplay. In terms of character customization both are very deep, but once again PoE takes it further because of how many different characteristics and combinations are posible.

    Combat: DOS
    PoE (7/10) DOS (9/10)
    PoE is good, but magic is way to basic to even count. It all goes down to cutting, blunting and piercing. Magics cost way too much to be enjoyable. DOS not only makes magic users powerful (they actually are overpowered, that's why it get's a 9... balance, people!) but also makes environment critical. From a tactical point, it's refreshing to see your mage not only putting a zombie on fire, but litting 30 mts around it on flames from a poison cloud explosion! talk about special effects! but is not only eye candy, it can seriously turn the battle one side or the other. Definitely a worthy mechanic to keep for the future, game designers!

    Adventure: PoE
    PoE (9/10) , DOS (5/10)
    Interaction, exploring, sneaking, and triggered events are overall better done in PoE. You will feel excited while exploring a new area and also thrilled with excitement, while in DOS you will be desperate to finish it or get in a fight soon to avoid dying of the boring monotony.

    Interfase: PoE
    PoE (7/10), DOS (5/10). More polished basically, also everything is easier to understand. You can check the monsters you have slain in your enciclopedia to develop better strategies next time you face them... you even have your own notepad for personal notes. DOS is very lacky in this department.

    *Items: DOS
    POE (5/10), DOS (7/10), Both are waaay to simple, but POE is just lazy. Fine, exceptional and elite (or somethingl like that) and some elemental properties and another minuscule crap... and that's it?! wtf?!. At least in DOS you have some variety... but just some... not that much to be noteworthy (at least not in comparison to dragon age and full plated dragon armors and that sort of badass gear we ALL want in our team)

    In the end it goes like: awesome fights, and more eye candy effects, plus better loot... go DOS
    very good (not awesome) fights, darker deeper story, adventure thrill, hardcore rpg gaming, ... go POE.

    To me POE wins actually, but it's your call. Hope it helps... phew, that was a lot!    … Expand
  57. Deadheadbill
    Apr 7, 2015
    10
    Storytelling, game play and yes even graphics shine in this game. The writing and gameplay have been covered pretty well, but I want to talk about the graphics. This is not an ugly game as many would tell you. The backdrops are exquisite and hand painted. The effects from your spells are awesome. No, it's not gonna blow up your 500$ video card but it is far from ugly.
  58. DukeBalek
    Jan 7, 2018
    8
    A very good game if you like this type of rpg. for me it is better than the divinity original sins series, the world where you evolve is better done and the music ( really awesome) is perfect. Nonetheless it's true, the fights are better in DOS (it's the main value of the game imo), and they are too confusing and often unreadable in PoE (speed issue), but the game have a spirit and a moodA very good game if you like this type of rpg. for me it is better than the divinity original sins series, the world where you evolve is better done and the music ( really awesome) is perfect. Nonetheless it's true, the fights are better in DOS (it's the main value of the game imo), and they are too confusing and often unreadable in PoE (speed issue), but the game have a spirit and a mood far more immersive, and i prefer that. If you are a rpg fan, you loved the baldur's gate series, you have to do it (with the two add-ons if possible)… Expand
  59. toirko13
    Sep 5, 2015
    9
    First of all i want to give thanks to the developers for creating this master piece of a game! and i hope they will add more to this master piece in time such as characters and other wonderful DLC.

    this game is a must buy! so get it!
  60. Goldenface
    Aug 11, 2015
    10
    Pillars of Eternity is nothing less than a product of those in love with a genre, to be played by like-minded people. No longer will you be aimlessly grinding enemies who barely fit into the context of environment, but instead having unique and memorable encounters that cannot be overcome by simple brute force. No longer will you have to experience patronizingly obvious dialogue trees, butPillars of Eternity is nothing less than a product of those in love with a genre, to be played by like-minded people. No longer will you be aimlessly grinding enemies who barely fit into the context of environment, but instead having unique and memorable encounters that cannot be overcome by simple brute force. No longer will you have to experience patronizingly obvious dialogue trees, but instead ambiguous (yet malleable to be more obvious) and interesting choices that give the player the freedom to role play beyond the stale-cracker "good", "evil", and "uninspired" archetypes. No longer will you be flying through the levels in hopes of level cap with a slew of minuscule passive points to make you feel like you're doing is important along the way; NO! AWAY WITH THAT RUBBISH! Now you hold each level up like a precious, fragile metal that can be wasted as easily as it can be utilized. Wrap these table-top oriented design choices into an intriguing story that gracefully unfolds without dragging you through it against your will and you have one the of the finest crafted titles in the genre that I will recommend for years to come.… Expand
  61. ThatUDLegacy
    Apr 27, 2017
    10
    Let's start with, should you buy this game? Yes, it is well worth the price.

    Pros: Dragons Interesting characters, Interesting Stories, Extensive spells(so many that i didn't use all of them), Fort Building, Fun Combat, Friendly Banter, Lot's of Bounties, Lot's of choices, Imprisoning people, Companion Stories & quest lines, An in Depth biography/journal that writes of your    Let's start with, should you buy this game? Yes, it is well worth the price.

    Pros:
    Dragons
    Interesting characters,
    Interesting Stories,
    Extensive spells(so many that i didn't use all of them),
    Fort Building,
    Fun Combat,
    Friendly Banter,
    Lot's of Bounties,
    Lot's of choices,
    Imprisoning people,
    Companion Stories & quest lines,
    An in Depth biography/journal that writes of your deeds,
    Dragons.

    A Few Cons:
    After the Boss fight the game just ends (apparently it autosaves just before you jump)
    Can't change decisions once they are made, for example, you can destroy and object or stop it, yet if you stop it, you cant come back and destroy it later, because.... reasons?
    Need's More Dragons,
    Banter it seems is only limited to 3 lines, maybe rarely 4,
    You can ask your jailor to whip your prisoners but not treat them well? :L & prisoners barely say anything! a person who asked to be put in jail asked to be released, after 1 day!!!
    I feel that companions don't talk enough?
    Important vistors personalies, are often Non- exxistant in your Fort,
    I couldn't find anything to make my screen follow my character, having to constantly click ahead, maybe i missed it.

    It is said people complain more about things they love.    … Expand
  62. AkumaJack
    May 5, 2017
    9
    This game is amazing for like 95% of the time.
    The graphics are astonishing, the combat system is both challenging and fun when you get used to it and the world design is really good. Every place seems alive with lore on inns, whores and sidequests that are more that simple sidequest most of the time.
    Plus there is the option to focus just on combat with the bounties or the optional mega    This game is amazing for like 95% of the time.
    The graphics are astonishing, the combat system is both challenging and fun when you get used to it and the world design is really good. Every place seems alive with lore on inns, whores and sidequests that are more that simple sidequest most of the time.
    Plus there is the option to focus just on combat with the bounties or the optional mega dungeon if you are tired of reading. Because you will read A LOT playing this game.

    The bad part is the ending boss which is for a level capped party quite too easy imo and some quests that are uninspired. (But thats not a problem because there are a **** of quests and most of them are really good.)

    But this is just a little fraction. Most of the game is enjoyable.    … Expand
  63. TanSula
    May 14, 2018
    9
    Для меня в РПГ главное сюжет и интересные квесты, а тут в этим всё в порядке. А вот к боёвке и другим техническим аспектам есть вопросы.
  64. RagingPoet
    Nov 2, 2017
    8
    Pillars of Eternity is amazing but a bit too long in my opinion.
    Difficulty drops significantly in the second half of the game, so you might wanna switch to a higher difficulty level when it happens if you are playing on normal/hard.
  65. JavierTaco
    Jan 17, 2018
    9
    This game is excellent. It is my first tabletop RPG, and it got me interested in this style of game. It does practically everything right. I love the music, I love the combat, I love the characters, I love the choices you can make, and I love the presentation. Also, it has that classic Obsidian Entertainment feel to it, so expect tons of dark humor.
  66. ChosenUndead99
    Apr 29, 2018
    9
    An extremely fun RPG that you will easily be able to tell is very similar to games such as Baldur's Gate. There are lots of quests to be found and exploring is always rewarding!
  67. evesea
    May 17, 2018
    8
    TL;DR A solid game - needs work. (PoE2 is that improvement)

    I absolutely love the setting & the story (after reading lore for a couple hours). The problem is accessibility, the writing is FAR more pretentious than it needs be, which causes more eyerolls than engagement - and the combat isn't exactly intuitive. Chances are half the game will be trying to like it, and the other half    TL;DR A solid game - needs work. (PoE2 is that improvement)

    I absolutely love the setting & the story (after reading lore for a couple hours). The problem is accessibility, the writing is FAR more pretentious than it needs be, which causes more eyerolls than engagement - and the combat isn't exactly intuitive.

    Chances are half the game will be trying to like it, and the other half will be actually liking it. My second run through I absolutely adored the game. So I'd cautiously recommend it to any RPG fan, and any isometric fan is bound to find it worth their time.    … Expand
  68. Elisyeas
    Mar 27, 2015
    9
    Will try to make it short, since I'm having one hell of a time from hour 1 purchase. One would think that in times of "amazing graphics with ultra GOGO effects", "one-button-does-all strategies" and "10 second learning curve" there is no place for a game like this. Yet, one would be wrong. The whole idea behind PoE was the sheer belief that there is a certain group of gamers, raised amongWill try to make it short, since I'm having one hell of a time from hour 1 purchase. One would think that in times of "amazing graphics with ultra GOGO effects", "one-button-does-all strategies" and "10 second learning curve" there is no place for a game like this. Yet, one would be wrong. The whole idea behind PoE was the sheer belief that there is a certain group of gamers, raised among post-apocalyptic ruins of Necropolis, burned more than once by the flaming breath of Firekraag and all that while searching for an answer to a question "what can change the nature of a man". Such group exists indeed and although hardly a young bunch, they remain incredibly sentimental when it comes to games that require that "little more" of you.

    PoE is not for everyone, I agree. You will learn the game, you will learn what defines your character, you you will learn combat. You will also get your butt handed to you on a plate more than once. You will learn how your attributes affect certain situations in a way you simply do not expect. You will learn that your companions can die and remain dead, should you perform poorly ;-) So if you expect modern learning curve of 5 minutes, brace yourself. Yet in the end, you'll simply enter that magical time machine which made old-school classics so worty of your time.

    I salute every person who contributed to the project and made it possible, both players and producers. I feel like home again ;-)    … Expand
  69. leeho730
    Mar 27, 2015
    10
    It is very surprising and interesting that Infinity Engine game mechanics in 1999 (Baldur's Gate series) can still make a game made 16 years later very enjoyable. Suffice to say if you've enjoyed playing Baldur's Gate or Icewind Dale you'll be right at home. I'm glad I've contributed, wish I could have contributed more.
  70. DarkInside
    Mar 29, 2015
    10
    The best RPG since Planescape Torment and Baldurs Gate 2. Great experience and an awesome story.
    this game is better than Divinity Original SIN and Wasteland 2. Great, I need more.
  71. charlfourie
    Mar 30, 2015
    10
    Not only is this a successor to other Infinity Engine games but it the most fun I've had playing one to date. Sitting at 15 hours to far and can't wait to play more.

    Graphics are rich and atmospheric, Sound is wonderful and voiced beautifully, the Combat is brutal and requires a fine hand and then there is the story, words can not describe how rich the world is.

    Buy it now!
  72. Vidicus
    Mar 28, 2015
    9
    A true throwback to the glory days of RPGs. If you were a fan of Baldur's Gate or Plantscape Torment, you owe it to yourself to try Pillars of Eternity. There really is no major flaws with the game, it has the bases covered from the ground up as a near perfect 3D isometric view turn based RPG. Do not miss out, this is worthy of opening your wallet for.
  73. cdcondrici
    Mar 28, 2015
    10
    This is my first review for Metacritic so i am extra happy to be able to review probably the biggest comeback in gaming history for my debut. And what a comeback it is! all the magic ingredients the ones that made games like Baldur's Gate and Planescape : Torment and KOTOR unforgettable experiences and instant classics are mixed together again this time in a shiny new cauldron andThis is my first review for Metacritic so i am extra happy to be able to review probably the biggest comeback in gaming history for my debut. And what a comeback it is! all the magic ingredients the ones that made games like Baldur's Gate and Planescape : Torment and KOTOR unforgettable experiences and instant classics are mixed together again this time in a shiny new cauldron and bottled in amazingly crafted bottles. Don't listen to the people who think this game is only for wRPGs aficionados and dice rollers experts. This is mainly a wonderful adventure game and a personal journey through an amazing world. I love the new mechanics the game feels like a perfect combo between old school D&D and the modern times Role Play sophistication. nothing feels so far much different than Baldur's Gate and this is a fantastic feature considering that the system developed by Obsidian is so fresh. the graphics are absolutely gorgeous and the story so far, as expected, is to say the least engrossing. Also it's amazing how smooth the game runs on any average specs. so to conclude the game is definitely a must buy and must have for everyone who even remotely (still) enjoys playing PC games. is a labor of love and restored my (lost) faith in the future of gaming in general and RPG in special. Fantastic work Obsidian. can't wait for the new Planescape!!… Expand
  74. tander
    Apr 8, 2015
    10
    This is the game RPG fans are waiting for years to come,and it delivered.Rich text grabs your attention every so often,the experience is so sucked in. anyway ,recommended for true RPG lover .
  75. Dattatreya
    Apr 10, 2015
    10
    I have seen numerous user reviews before me that reiterated how if you are a fan of BG2 or Planescape: Torment , you will be immediately hooked on to PoE. While I don't disagree with them, I should come out clean and say - the very first tactical RPG I played was Dragon Age: Origins. So, naturally that was the benchmark for me when it came to games like these (and I never played BG and itsI have seen numerous user reviews before me that reiterated how if you are a fan of BG2 or Planescape: Torment , you will be immediately hooked on to PoE. While I don't disagree with them, I should come out clean and say - the very first tactical RPG I played was Dragon Age: Origins. So, naturally that was the benchmark for me when it came to games like these (and I never played BG and its IE ilk). However, PoE for me trumps over DA: Origins in all almost every aspect - be it gameplay or the core lore itself (perhaps DA: Origins was only better in its sense of 'epic' scope).

    Simply put - Pillars of Eternity is a game that demands your attention in numerous ways, with a breakneck yet tactical combat system that is 'fair' as opposed to its watered-down brethren. This is complemented by one of the best writings I have ever come across in a game world, along with some (not all) nifty quests. In other words, PoE is a game that also deserves your attention.

    As an ending note, when I played DA: Origins, I thought it to be a great game that deserves a 9. To that end, PoE certainly deserves a 9.5 (a score which unfortunately cannot be given on Metacritic).    … Expand
  76. Noesis
    Apr 4, 2015
    10
    This game quite simply sets new high standards in the world of computer RPGs.
    If you were into old school cRPGs, you must absolutely play it (old gamer from the times of Ultima VII, Baldur's Gate and Planescape Torment here). But even if you never played one of those games, you should definitely play Pillars of Eternity as well. Because it does much more than just offering an old formula,    This game quite simply sets new high standards in the world of computer RPGs.
    If you were into old school cRPGs, you must absolutely play it (old gamer from the times of Ultima VII, Baldur's Gate and Planescape Torment here). But even if you never played one of those games, you should definitely play Pillars of Eternity as well. Because it does much more than just offering an old formula, it innovates and rethinks an old formula to offer a new modern RPG experience.

    Games like this tell you what an incredible experience you can have by investing into amazing writing quality over voiced lines, incredible stories over mainstream movie-like tropes, hand-painted landscapes over flashy 3D and FX, world building and immersion over cheesy entertainment. It's the difference between being amused by something and being fascinated and involved by something. There's nothing wrong in being amused, but you got to try the difference once in a while...

    As a side note: those who reviewed and gave 0s to this masterpiece have just left a record of their absolute incompetence at evaluating games. Everyone has obviously a right to an opinion, but dumb and incompetent opinions speak much more of those who express them than about the subject of their evaluations...    … Expand
  77. Mamoulian
    Apr 6, 2015
    10
    This is it! The long wait is over and yet again thanks to the Kickstarter can we see what huge lie have we been fed by current games publishers. We were taught to give up all hope and think that the glory days of fantastic intelligent gaming are gone. We were taught that only mindless hack and slashers and MMOs are the way of the RPGs now. But we were being lied to over and over again.This is it! The long wait is over and yet again thanks to the Kickstarter can we see what huge lie have we been fed by current games publishers. We were taught to give up all hope and think that the glory days of fantastic intelligent gaming are gone. We were taught that only mindless hack and slashers and MMOs are the way of the RPGs now. But we were being lied to over and over again. 70.000 backers on Kickstarter showed the world of gaming yet again that we can battle commerce by sponsoring games we all really want to play and that we are many. Pillars of Eternity is the fruit of our unified effort, a treat all oldschool RPG lovers deserved. Its huge, bountiful in stories untold, beautiful to behold and perfect to play for many long hours. A perfect gem an RPG. Thank you Obsidian, thank you Kickstarter. This is a dream come true!… Expand
  78. boomba66
    Apr 3, 2015
    10
    A tactical, crpg that has you exploring every inch of every map. While it does not have the deep rich history of the forgotten realms to give you those moments of running into characters you have read about for years, it makes up for it in the world building it does on its own. It plays very much like the old infinity games with a few noticeable differences.

    Pro's 1. Great NPC's to tag    A tactical, crpg that has you exploring every inch of every map. While it does not have the deep rich history of the forgotten realms to give you those moments of running into characters you have read about for years, it makes up for it in the world building it does on its own. It plays very much like the old infinity games with a few noticeable differences.

    Pro's
    1. Great NPC's to tag along with you.
    2. Great Story and Character progression
    3. Interesting progression system for gear and skills with a bit of a learning curve.
    4. Really cool story.
    5. Take the NPC's or create your own party feature. This could make re-plays much more viable.
    6. Really great new classes, Cipher and chanter are really neat classes with brand new(overpowered) abilities.

    Cons
    1. Few annoying bugs still
    2. No multiplayer
    3. Stat system is a little weird(tank with a 6 strength)
    4. No Multi-Classing    … Expand
  79. BlackIsle
    Apr 7, 2015
    10
    My expectations were very high and Pillars of Eternity exceeded them. This is the best game I have played in the last 15 years. This score of a "10" was not given to offset the "zero" trolls, this is the actual score I would give this game. The future of PC gaming is bright indeed.
  80. divine1976
    Apr 3, 2015
    10
    Only Kick-starter I backed because I'm a fan of Obsidians games and was not disappointed!

    Can only echo previous reviews: Fantastic writing with choice, customisation and a great tactical old school feel.

    If you like old school RPG's like Baldur's Gate, Torment etc, you are probably already playing, but if not, GO AND BUY IT!
  81. MikeLane
    Apr 3, 2015
    10
    I don't give a lot of tens - this is a ten. Classic isomorphic RPG with excellent writing, suitably tough combat, detailed storyline and the joyous immersion of Planescape:Torment, Baldur's Gate and the very best of the golden age of RPGs. If you ever enjoyed an Infinity Engine game, you will love this.
  82. Amfibios
    Apr 2, 2015
    10
    guys this is the real deal! i haven't played a more perfect rpg in years! playing it feels like i'm a kid again where i'd start playing a game and then i'd be so excited and into it that i'd be looking forward to keep playing with every chance i get!
    you may have to neglect your responsibilities if u start playing this, u've been warned!
    i never thought someone would step up nowadays    guys this is the real deal! i haven't played a more perfect rpg in years! playing it feels like i'm a kid again where i'd start playing a game and then i'd be so excited and into it that i'd be looking forward to keep playing with every chance i get!
    you may have to neglect your responsibilities if u start playing this, u've been warned!

    i never thought someone would step up nowadays and make a real old school rpg masterpiece like this, i thought i was doomed to be playing only dragon age-y rpgs from now on.    … Expand
  83. softpsyche
    Apr 22, 2015
    10
    Great game, ignore bad reviews - unless you are an impatient millenial brat who cannot bother to read a game wiki or are too lazy/dumb to understand game mechanics without them being spoon fed to you. At first the game is frustrating because the combat system is not standard rpg and their is a learning curve. However, once you start to piece it together the game gets better and better. IfGreat game, ignore bad reviews - unless you are an impatient millenial brat who cannot bother to read a game wiki or are too lazy/dumb to understand game mechanics without them being spoon fed to you. At first the game is frustrating because the combat system is not standard rpg and their is a learning curve. However, once you start to piece it together the game gets better and better. If you invest in this game and give it some love it will give you love back. In this regard - it is EXACTLY what you would want to recapture the old school magic. I did not give it a clean 10 because I do believe it could have received a bit more polish and mainly because the old school 'pause to play' combat system just seems dated nowadays. They could have added some character AIs like baldurs eventually did but I think something even better should have been created. The chanter is a really great character and I think they need to develop more solutions like that so combat can roll fluidly if they are going to leave it 'real time'. Or they could have simply switched it to a turn based system (like divinity orginal sin) but this would definitely have violated the whole 'Baldurs' gate successor mantra.

    UPDATE: I had reviewed this at a 9 but made it a 10 after i saw how much content is in the game. there is a HUGE amount of content and as such it deserves a solid10.    … Expand
  84. Damascus
    Mar 27, 2015
    10
    This 10/10 is for the best writing and rpg-presentation of any game in history. Game-mechanics are better than dnd, but still need both refining and further development.
  85. Zarunil
    Apr 2, 2015
    10
    The best thing to happen to the cRPG genre since Baldur's Gate 2. Beautifully hand-drawn backgrounds, interesting characters with great voice acting, a nice new twist on the classic D&D ruleset, an interesting storyline and much more.
  86. faceless-1
    Apr 5, 2015
    10
    Obsidian made again superior RPG. They promised Baldurs gate like experience and that is exactly what this game is. This game is not 100% bug free, but i encountered nothing major. Must own to old school RPG fans.
  87. Jsan
    Apr 7, 2015
    10
    Uno de los mejores juegos que puedo recordar de lejos. Jamas crei que me aportaria casi 80 horas de inteso juego y aun asi me dejo atras detalles. Me ha encantado todo, desde la prespectiva hasta la historia pasando por la calidad narrativa. Compratelo!!
  88. ArminW
    Mar 31, 2015
    10
    I backed this on Kickstarter for much more than I ever paid for a game before. I desperately wanted this game to happen and thus had absurdly high expectations. Now, after more than 60 hours into the game (within 5 days ant NOT quitting my day job yet...) I can sincerely say: PoE managed to surpass them all.
    So, I'm, giving a 10 for the first time, not because I want this game to be rated    I backed this on Kickstarter for much more than I ever paid for a game before. I desperately wanted this game to happen and thus had absurdly high expectations. Now, after more than 60 hours into the game (within 5 days ant NOT quitting my day job yet...) I can sincerely say: PoE managed to surpass them all.
    So, I'm, giving a 10 for the first time, not because I want this game to be rated highly, but because I truly think that this game, and Obsidian for making it this way, deserve it. I can find nothing among it's short list of minor issues that would warrant to take down my score by even 1 point.
    The Art is gorgeous, and proof that well-painted. lovingly detailed backgrounds beat High-Res textures and technical gimmicks every time. It's simply fun to explore every single area, just to revel in all the detail.
    The writing is a class of it's own, with a major wall of text hitting me like in Planescape:Torment days, a ton of well-rounded and interesting characters far off the beaten cliches, a fantastic world and a story that made me cut hazardously short the third night of sleep in a row...
    Nothing is simple, nothing is black-and white, and no one is simply a fantasy troupe repeated the umptieth time. The choice feel like they really have weight, and my character, with abilities, background and reputation, has never mattered so much (except, perhaps, the aforementioned PS:T)
    And the RPG system that obsidian came up with is to date, hands down, the best compromise between pen&paper complexity and cRPG ease-of-use mechanics I've encountered. It offers endless choices, tactics and possibilities and makes for interesting, tough but fair battles. With *meaningful* difficulty settings (not just numbers raised on enemies) to boot.
    Really, for me, this game is close to perfection and I openly admit - this 46 year old fart has turned into an enthusiastic fanboy. 10. Thank you Obsidian.    … Expand
  89. MothExploit
    Apr 5, 2015
    10
    I backed this game on KS, got my hopes up for awhile, during its first few months of development, then played the backer beta and resigned myself to the likelihood of the final product being buggy and excruciatingly difficult. I figured I'd still like it, and it'd be a fun throwback to the glory days of CRPGs, but I never thought it would turn out as amazing as it has.

    I'm so glad they    I backed this game on KS, got my hopes up for awhile, during its first few months of development, then played the backer beta and resigned myself to the likelihood of the final product being buggy and excruciatingly difficult. I figured I'd still like it, and it'd be a fun throwback to the glory days of CRPGs, but I never thought it would turn out as amazing as it has.

    I'm so glad they surprised me.

    The extra time they put into polish really, really shows. This game feels like a classic in its own right, not just a nostalgic love-letter to something long-gone.

    I love the fiction -- not just the overall lore, but the way it's presented in the writing. Your free to ask the dumb questions and have everything spoon fed to you, but you can also play the game as though you are a character who's familiar with the setting, and it's still perfectly easy to pick things up. There's very little of the awkward and obvious data-dumping which plagues much of the writing in these sorts of games. You can tell the writers loved the world they created, but they've also exercised impressive restraint in delivering that world to you, which makes the story feel more elegant than the norm.

    The mechanics draw from the classics for all the positive elements, but I honestly think they've improved significantly on the old Infinity Engine gameplay by distancing themselves from D&D and focusing on rules which lend themselves to the computer. I found the backer beta overwhelming, but in the game proper as you're acquiring skills more gradually, the learning curve is very comfortable. The game's encyclopedia also provides good explanations of the mechanics, if you choose to seek them out.

    My one minor gripe is that I wish they'd provided more portraits for the character creation. The only male Nature Godlike option does not jive with my character at all -- but, I'm sure the community will churn out a good selection of alternatives in the near future.    … Expand
  90. sirrat
    Apr 5, 2015
    10
    Great if somewhat flawed game. If you don't want to micro-manage combat obviously this game isn't for you. The pace felt very slow to me at first but I gave it a chance and it paid off--learning the systems matters and making decisions about your gear and build (and party makeup itself) matters. Some nasty bugs (unfortunately sort of par for the Obsidian course) but so far they've fixedGreat if somewhat flawed game. If you don't want to micro-manage combat obviously this game isn't for you. The pace felt very slow to me at first but I gave it a chance and it paid off--learning the systems matters and making decisions about your gear and build (and party makeup itself) matters. Some nasty bugs (unfortunately sort of par for the Obsidian course) but so far they've fixed the major game-breakers I ran into. I don't care about voice acting really but imo it does the job well enough. I am giving it a 10 instead of the 8 or 9 it really deserves because of the "gamergate" reviews ranting about "SJW". Nothing sets off my retard detector more vigorously than someone using the phrase "SJW".… Expand
  91. Smilingcookie
    Apr 29, 2015
    8
    It's ok, but not great. For me it's a lot less inspiring than Wasteland 2. Certainly not on par with Baldur's Gate 1 & 2. Still an enjoyable crpg. Some of the new classes like the chanter are actually fun to play with and give a fresh taste to the game. Story and setting didn't grasp me so much. It seemed like an uninspired crossover between Planescape torment and dark souls. 7,5/10.
  92. invizo
    Apr 7, 2015
    10
    Already 100 hours in, simply a masterpiece. The only RPG in a long time whose limiting factor is the player's intelligence and ability to micro-manage. POTD difficulty is a god-send and makes the re-playability amazing.
  93. Veska
    Mar 27, 2015
    9
    Welcome home, my child.

    Baldurs Gate

    If you sometimes play games as Baldurs Gate, you would love it. This game is game for fans! Hard and long play time.
  94. Joote
    Mar 28, 2015
    10
    Yes, this game is worth a 10. No protest vote, no bull. It is simply worth a 10, and that's before patch's or expansions/dlc.
    POE, take's me back to the golden days, when games were golden. Truly fantastic game on all accounts.
  95. Ignatius_Reilly
    Feb 23, 2016
    8
    This is a sort of re-review, somewhat after the fact. I originally gave the game a 10, which was probably premature, like most reviews on this site. While I like all the modern updates, and find the game overall very satisfying in terms of combat, exploration, and characters, the game is bogged down by a serious lack of editing.

    It's not that I don't like reading or reams of text (I    This is a sort of re-review, somewhat after the fact. I originally gave the game a 10, which was probably premature, like most reviews on this site. While I like all the modern updates, and find the game overall very satisfying in terms of combat, exploration, and characters, the game is bogged down by a serious lack of editing.

    It's not that I don't like reading or reams of text (I just recently finished a 500 page novel in a few days) but I feel that a lot of dialogue is repetitious, often consisting of a character telling you the same thing in many different ways. For example, when you meet a character named Maerwald, he goes through so many throwaway lines that don't tell you anything concrete other than to reiterate he is crazy, which after a point you're like, "I GET IT!" Too many characters do this!

    The writing isn't bad, it's just a lot of it could be cut without taking anything away from the game. This is my biggest hurdle with fully immersing myself, knowing that in playing I'll have a long-drawn out dialogue to get through. A lot of it is all info-dumpy, and so not as compelling as it could be. The worst offender being the two women at Twin Elms, Oh God, which is presented as an egregious information dump.

    I had hoped for writing more like New Vegas, which, while wordy, has a lot of instances for player agency, so you're able to stay involved even through long conversations.
    Of course, I could skip all the dialogue, but I feel that removes from the enjoyment, I want to know the story, and get into the characters, but the writers use so many words to say so little! Argh!    … Expand
  96. elterifico
    Apr 7, 2015
    9
    The first RPG I ever played was Kotor. For me, isometric RPG is something new. I was a backer for the game and I am having fun so far. But even if I understant people who are really into this kind of thing, I really think that the combat system is way to much complicated and since I found out that I suck at micro managing all my party members, well I have a hard time playing the game.The first RPG I ever played was Kotor. For me, isometric RPG is something new. I was a backer for the game and I am having fun so far. But even if I understant people who are really into this kind of thing, I really think that the combat system is way to much complicated and since I found out that I suck at micro managing all my party members, well I have a hard time playing the game. I would give this game a 8 or a 9, but I can't, not because I suck, but because I think it should have been fully voiced... the story is rich and inviting, but having to read it all just spoil a part of the fun for me... But even with that bummer, I just can't stop playing the game... It is a masterpiece of epic proportion... For those like me who suck even on easy, you just have to activate the console and use some cheats. With those I made it so I could rest as I want whitout using campfire supply and with that cheat on, I could survive my own mediocrity...… Expand
  97. janki
    Apr 1, 2015
    10
    They did go above and beyond with this game, there is still room for improvement, but it has already blown away all my expectations. The game is amazing.The thing I like the most are dialogue options, they can vary on your stats, culture, background, skills, reputation! It's amazing!

    This is THE CRPG we have been waiting for!
  98. Cherryleaf
    Apr 6, 2015
    10
    Pillars of Eternity is like meeting up with a long lost friend, and it all feels so familiar, that you pick up where you left, yet the story is long and engaging, which makes it easy to listen to. The isometric graphic couldn't feel more right - a nostalgic trip from the past - as it is the skin that suits the story being delivered.

    This CRPG is for all of you who wish to dive into a    Pillars of Eternity is like meeting up with a long lost friend, and it all feels so familiar, that you pick up where you left, yet the story is long and engaging, which makes it easy to listen to. The isometric graphic couldn't feel more right - a nostalgic trip from the past - as it is the skin that suits the story being delivered.

    This CRPG is for all of you who wish to dive into a world that reminds you of BG, NWN and Ice Wind Dale, but with slightly new differences. The setting is great, and the story is engaging. This game managed to walk from Kickstarter, and even exceeded my already high expectations. I'm glad that I jumped on this train from start.    … Expand
  99. Magnethead
    Aug 22, 2016
    8
    Pillars of Eternity helps bring back the group-based, tactical RPG as we knew it in the glory days of Baldur's Gate, Neverwinter Nights and similar games. It does so unapologetically and accurately while also bringing enough new ideas to the table to make the game more than pure nostalgia for nostalgia's sake. The underlying story and fantasy world are meticulously crafted, innovative andPillars of Eternity helps bring back the group-based, tactical RPG as we knew it in the glory days of Baldur's Gate, Neverwinter Nights and similar games. It does so unapologetically and accurately while also bringing enough new ideas to the table to make the game more than pure nostalgia for nostalgia's sake. The underlying story and fantasy world are meticulously crafted, innovative and well written. Overall, the game is hugely successful though there still are minor issues that could be improved.

    PoE doesn't rely on the old D&D rules, they have their own, new RPG rule set that does use classes, spells, resting and the typical party roles we're used to (tank, healer, crowd control, damage) but otherwise has its own ideas of stat-interaction and a few new class ideas. The overall concepts will be recognizable to seasoned RPG veterans while still presenting new challenges to adapt to.

    The story is a major selling point of PoE. The writing is solid, the story deep and the character (especially the eight NPCs) are very well crafted. There's a great deal of freedom in regards to how you approach different quests and even characters in the game, you have almost unconstrained freedom to murder and pillage almost any character in the game, if you so choose, for example. A criticism here could be that perhaps the story doesn't escalate tension particularly well so that when the game ends, it doesn't feel so much like a strong climax as simply a steady unraveling of an intricate plot. The game behaves mostly like the final fight is a formality and the actually interesting question isn't if you win, but what you do after you win. This can make the game seem slightly less memorable than perhaps it should be.

    Arguably, there are some issues with balance that should be addressed too. Between DPS and non-DPS classes, the game becomes very fixed in its roles. Tanks find it hard dealing meaningful damage but retain the ability to tie down enemies through the game's 'engagement' system. This system simply means that if you run away from a character engaging you, that character damages you for free - however since tanks don't do meaningful damage, the AI could actually just run right past them with great advantage. It doesn't do that, luckily, but this lopsidedness arguably makes the game system feel a bit artificial at times. The spell system could also use a bit of rebalancing, certain spells serve no clear purpose in the game as you don't really have the time or the situations where they need to be cast. In most situations, dealing damage outweighs more complicated options. This said, the system actually works really well, it has genuinely intuitive ideas and I hope they continue to work on it.

    All in all, PoE is a successful RPG game and follows Divinity Original Sin in reviving this wonderful genre. The crowd-funding concept definitely worked in this instance. I hope Obsidian stick to this project and release a sequel soon, they needs only address a few issues that exist still in PoE and build on the promising world behind the game.    … Expand
  100. Xenofex
    Jan 30, 2016
    8
    This game does feel like the return of Baldur's Gate. The story is great so far and the game system is worth your time to study. The graphics is also great, which is a huge improvement over Baldur's Gate series.

    However considering it was released 201x decade, I do expect and prefer something even better, like what I found in The Witcher 3: great story with astonishing graphics and    This game does feel like the return of Baldur's Gate. The story is great so far and the game system is worth your time to study. The graphics is also great, which is a huge improvement over Baldur's Gate series.

    However considering it was released 201x decade, I do expect and prefer something even better, like what I found in The Witcher 3: great story with astonishing graphics and action, where not only you can read but also you can witness that fantastic world.

    And for the system, I feel it could be better: maybe just a better guidance for the new players. In Baldur's Gate, people love the complexity of the system because it's an experience that can be carried over with you here and there. The system of Pillars of Eternity feels a lot like D&D. Probably it's on purpose to create the old feeling with out patent issues.

    On the other hand, Dragon Age took another path. In DA:O the system was not simple, but not working very well, at least in my opinion. Not too many builds for a class, and the tank-nuker-healer triangle just feels tedious and unrealistic. In DA2 the system was simplified and in DA:I it was polished over DA2. I kind of like what they did in DA:I for the balance between simplicity and flexibility. Complex combat system is for a lot of builds. And if the developer is not able to make a lot of sensible builds, why not leaving the system simple? There a tons of elements to improve to improve the overall experience for a cRPG.    … Expand
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#6 Best PC Game of 2015
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 71 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 70 out of 71
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 71
  3. Negative: 0 out of 71
  1. RPGamer
    Jul 7, 2015
    70
    Pillars is a title that should make old-schoolers happy while still offering a solid core game, story, and a rich setting for new-schoolers.
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  2. LevelUp
    May 25, 2015
    93
    Pillars of Eternity stands on its own merits without resorting to nostalgia too much. Truly a CRPG masterpiece, the game offers old school, real-time strategic combat, and a vivid world to explore. Not only do you get an overall well-made experience, but also a challenge you haven't seen since the 90's.
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  3. Games Master UK
    May 24, 2015
    82
    A sprawling game in a familiar setting, and a clever tune-up for the cRPG. Just what the backers hoped for. [June 2015, p.74]
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