Ruined King: A League of Legends Story

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7.7

Generally favorable reviews- based on 117 Ratings

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  1. hardkot
    Apr 17, 2022
    6
    Battle Chasers: LOL Copy Paste Story

    Well, I used to complete BC on mobile and play LOL since the start, so I was very excited to see new LOL content, especially RPG. I honestly was very excited adter so high scored reviews, but in fact it's not true and clear vision on this game, IMHO. Visual (6/10) I really like Madureira style and his art for this game, I also like in game design,    Battle Chasers: LOL Copy Paste Story

    Well, I used to complete BC on mobile and play LOL since the start, so I was very excited to see new LOL content, especially RPG. I honestly was very excited adter so high scored reviews, but in fact it's not true and clear vision on this game, IMHO.

    Visual (6/10) I really like Madureira style and his art for this game, I also like in game design, but whole game I feel playing mobile or browser game, pure animations, no in game video, only pictures. All this make the game cheaper than it can be, because I've noticed a lot of diferent references on LOL universe. Music is average, I even feel like some music are from original Battle chaser. The main point why visual is secondary - Battle Chaser mobile game. It was really great some years ago, but 2021, PC game come on - I haven't seen any updates in engine or level design. It's just copy-pasted. It realy makes me sad.

    Gameplay (6/10) Gameplay is normal, I even can say It was very limited by original BC so they just add odd mechanic with arena specific buff/debuff and 3 types of spell modes(fast/low damage, normal/normal, slow/huge damage). That's all changes from BC. On the other hand they add different enemies and game has challenges in battle for players. This is good, but not very enjoyable. Also very controversal for me - first two starting characters are almost identic - tanks without DD character. First few hours were a bit boring.

    Story (6/10) Story is in general is boring if you are not in LOL context. Characters are great, I like that in game they at least try to show their development, but it still feels copy/pasted from other RPG games and full of clishes. The most frustrated part of this that general story and characters are very very straightforward I don't feel excited about their adventure and it's very bad for such games. I even add +1 point for my love to LOL universe.

    All in all it's not a bad game itself, but I feel that Riot Games create it only for money, so I don't reccomend it, only just to check it. And I realy feel bad for all 10 points from dumb people who like money more than good games.    … Expand
  2. Eliador100
    Nov 21, 2021
    6
    First of all I want to say that I am a lol fan and I've played this game on PC. When I turned this game on I was very excited to play an rpg from RIOT, but after several minutes I did not have that positive attitude. The reason for that is because the game have many bugs, terrible key mapping, and gameplay solutions that just does not work. All of these combined with the alt-tab pausingFirst of all I want to say that I am a lol fan and I've played this game on PC. When I turned this game on I was very excited to play an rpg from RIOT, but after several minutes I did not have that positive attitude. The reason for that is because the game have many bugs, terrible key mapping, and gameplay solutions that just does not work. All of these combined with the alt-tab pausing the game, made me think that The Ruined King is very poor port from console. However, if you are able to get used to these downsides, the game is better and better. Setting in the universe, champions and graphic design is doing the job. The game is simple, there are not so many combinations of items and heroes, but the unique monsters and nice animations will propably make you forget about this. If i was not a fan of lol I'd probably gave it 4 or 5 our of 10, but since the story is nice I gave it a 6.… Expand
  3. mistaJRKP
    Nov 21, 2021
    5
    No idea why people are "honestly" giving a 10. This game has a slew of problems. Pacing, glitches, battle system, lack of an auto-save or even a mini-map or just a few of the issues. When it comes down to it the pacing feels way off and game feels like 60-40 / SUPER filler-meaningful content. The battle system also was a nice attempt but the COPY AND PASTED Battle Chasers battle systemNo idea why people are "honestly" giving a 10. This game has a slew of problems. Pacing, glitches, battle system, lack of an auto-save or even a mini-map or just a few of the issues. When it comes down to it the pacing feels way off and game feels like 60-40 / SUPER filler-meaningful content. The battle system also was a nice attempt but the COPY AND PASTED Battle Chasers battle system needs some works and a standard turn based system would have likely felt better. Also WHY THE HELL does the game start with TWO low damage tanks for the FIRST 2 HOURS. a super big turnoff to non-vets of the genre. The huge kudos which are a known staple are amazing voice acting, art and music/sound design.… Expand
  4. kellsier
    Nov 17, 2021
    5
    The reason the game is bad for me is because of its extreme simplicity and lack of tactical depth. Unlike most RPGs, this game does not have a sense of freedom and supports different gameplay styles. Your characters don't die, you keep fighting with the same abilities, the lane logic isn't impressive. I wish there were mechanics like formation and positioning instead. For example darkestThe reason the game is bad for me is because of its extreme simplicity and lack of tactical depth. Unlike most RPGs, this game does not have a sense of freedom and supports different gameplay styles. Your characters don't die, you keep fighting with the same abilities, the lane logic isn't impressive. I wish there were mechanics like formation and positioning instead. For example darkest dungeon, xcom, divinity series. But unfortunately, even one tenth of the depth in those games is not in this game.… Expand
  5. YamatoHayabusa2
    Jun 13, 2022
    7
    risingly amazing game! Even if it's your first time into the league of legends universe, if you love amazing stories and RPG games you must give it a chance.
    Protagonists are so charismatic and unics, fighting system is addictive and the story goes more and more interesting!
    Don't worry about the first 1-2 hours of gameplay, after that, the game is AMAZING! PD: I love Miss Fortune… Expand
  6. LordTiger
    May 20, 2022
    7
    Ruined King is the first attempt by Riot Games to transform LoL source material into other genres and somehow they managed to make an excellent turn-based RPG.
    The game's art style is astonishing, and as a fan of LOL lore, I really enjoyed the design of Bilgewater and Shadow Isles.
  7. Sepherim
    Apr 15, 2022
    7
    Ruined King es un juego que, sin duda, está bastante bien. A nivel de historia cuenta uno de los eventos del LoL aunque, como no sigo ese juego, a nivel de historia por si misma está bien, con unos personajes razonablemente interesantes y bien llevados. No es la mejor historia del mismo y, como en todos los JRPG, no tienes margen alguno para afectarla o modificarla, pero cumple manteniendoRuined King es un juego que, sin duda, está bastante bien. A nivel de historia cuenta uno de los eventos del LoL aunque, como no sigo ese juego, a nivel de historia por si misma está bien, con unos personajes razonablemente interesantes y bien llevados. No es la mejor historia del mismo y, como en todos los JRPG, no tienes margen alguno para afectarla o modificarla, pero cumple manteniendo el interés. A nivel de jugabilidad, siguiendo lo visto en Battlechasers, hay una buena cantidad de enemigos que llevan a combates interesantes donde usar distintas estrategias y jugar con si atacas rápido y suave, o más lento y potente; además, los seis protagonistas juegan de un modo bastante distinto entre si de modo que es probable que encuentres una combinación con la que estar cómodo. Además, el sistema de avance y personalización de los personajes, tanto por runas, como avances como equipo, funciona bastante bien para darte una buena personalización del estilo de juego de cada uno dentro de su estilo general. Eso sí, aún en su dificultad más alta, es un juego tirando a facil.

    Gráficamente el juego cumple, especialmente cuando la cámara no se acerca demasiado a los personajes. Pero se aleja un tanto de la estética típica del LoL en la paleta de colores, diseño de personajes y demás, acercándose más al estilo habitual del estudio de Madureira. El sonido cumple bien, sin grandes alardes ni nada especial. Y en cuanto a bugs, la inmensa mayoría de los que he encontrado son glitches gráficos y un error (frecuente eso sí) en que el mapa indique erróneamente dónde se encuentran las misiones.

    Por todo ello Ruined King no pasará a la historia como grandísimo juego, pero mantiene al jugador bastante entretenido durante sus 50 horas. Y, como parte de la estrategia mayor de Riot de ampliar su mundo, permite profundizar en el lore e historias de algunos de sus personajes. Por todo ello, un 6,5.    … Expand
  8. Le_Korvo
    May 24, 2023
    7
    Um bom jogo para quem gosta de RPG de turno e o universo de League of Legends, gameplay divertida porem para um nicho, zerei em 63h com quase tudo feito. Recomendo para quem é fã do gênero.

    7/10 - Levemente Bom.
  9. CausticMisery
    Jan 28, 2023
    7
    Runeterra is brought to life in this fun little RPG with fun combat mechanics, but it drags too long and the side quests are dull.
  10. KinimodYunmi
    Sep 18, 2022
    5
    Ich find´s jetzt nicht so besonders, hätte ich sehr viel lieber als Serie gehabt.

    Die Charaktere sind super, die kennen wir ja auch schon aus LoL, das war also copy, paste. Die Dialoge hingegen kann man auch mit wenig Spieleerfahrung schon vorsprechen und sind nicht sonderlich tiefergehend. Am schlimmsten finde ich das Gameplay, du darfst erst so schön in der Gegend rumlaufen, sieht    Ich find´s jetzt nicht so besonders, hätte ich sehr viel lieber als Serie gehabt.

    Die Charaktere sind super, die kennen wir ja auch schon aus LoL, das war also copy, paste. Die Dialoge hingegen kann man auch mit wenig Spieleerfahrung schon vorsprechen und sind nicht sonderlich tiefergehend. Am schlimmsten finde ich das Gameplay, du darfst erst so schön in der Gegend rumlaufen, sieht alles echt toll aus und dann darf ich klicken und warten, na toll. Bremst das Spiel für mich eher ab und der Rest fühlt sich an wie die letzten 30 Sekunden nach dem last pick, nur auf 30 Minuten gestreckt.

    Es war ganz schön ein paar Dinge mehr zu erfahren und mit ein paar Champions gemeinsam rumzulaufen, aber das war´s auch schon.

    Müsst ihr wissen.    … Expand

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#85 Best PC Game of 2021
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#59 Most Discussed PC Game of 2021

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Metascore
80

Generally favorable reviews - based on 28 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 24 out of 28
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 28
  3. Negative: 0 out of 28
  1. Movies Games and Tech
    May 17, 2022
    70
    The Ruined King is varied enough that it kept me entertained throughout the majority of my playthrough, but combat fatigue eventually left me feeling a little exhausted by the end of it. While the story is fairly simplistic, the charming characters, mixed with the sublime art style, made it a fun jaunt overall. If you are a fan of League of Legends and turn-based RPGs, then this is the game for you. Otherwise, I’d recommend waiting until this goes on sale before picking it up for yourself.
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  2. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Feb 18, 2022
    80
    Apart from a slight repetition in fights and non-animated film scenes, there is nothing to complain about. A famous piece from the world of League of Legends. More like these!
  3. GameSpace
    Jan 28, 2022
    75
    The visual part of the game is quite delightful. The aesthetics perfectly convey the atmosphere of Bilgewater and the mysterious Shadow Isles. The background art gives the feeling of the scale of what is happening around our heroes as opposed to running through the same old corridor.
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