Sacred

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7.8

Generally favorable reviews- based on 241 Ratings

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  1. Positive: 154 out of 241
  2. Mixed: 72 out of 241
  3. Negative: 15 out of 241
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  1. Barby
    Dec 1, 2014
    10
    After the disappointment of Sacred 3 and the great experience that was Sacred 2, I noticed that people talked fondly about Sacred 1 and I gave it a chance. First graphical impression was similar as Sacred 2 and incredibly best than Sacred 3, I couldn't stop from playing anymore that huge world full of cities, people, creatures and unlimited quests. Now is one of my favorites along with Sacred 2.
  2. EremitaJ
    Aug 17, 2014
    9
    Talk about classic. For some of us, Sacred equals to Diablo. Yeah, I'm willing to admit it's flaws like the bugs, the comical approach of some parts that make it not serious, but they do not appear too often, most of the bugs didn't pop up in my experience and the funny stuff like Jason's machete and hockey mask are in location that do not afect the storyline, it's all a bunch of optionalTalk about classic. For some of us, Sacred equals to Diablo. Yeah, I'm willing to admit it's flaws like the bugs, the comical approach of some parts that make it not serious, but they do not appear too often, most of the bugs didn't pop up in my experience and the funny stuff like Jason's machete and hockey mask are in location that do not afect the storyline, it's all a bunch of optional easter eggs, like the cave that resembles Pacman. Of course some characters were flat out uninteresting, but they were classic and with enough backstory to make them iconic: the Gladiator is a badass that gets beatrayed by it's master, the Dark Elf betrays it's race by being a good guy, the Mage has it's own master, the Dwarf accidentaly breaks into a forest with his hellicopter, the Wood Elf helps the Dark Elf escape form his race, the Seraphim is kinda... there with the preachy stuff while she's showing everybody her goodies, and the Vampiress wakes up like every normal vampire, but with a desire to travel and explore. Oh, and the Succubuss... She comes from Hell through a Graveyard and explores the world. Sacred equals classic in all levels.… Expand
  3. Heisenberg93
    Jun 20, 2015
    10
    Sacred was one of the first role-playing games, perhaps the first, which I played in the early years when I fell in the videoludic art. I bought it without even knowing what was a role-playing game and that was why I was hit by Sacred: for the surprise effect. Simply I had never played anything like it before.

    Despite the fantasy genre was still new to me, I liked Sacred especially    Sacred was one of the first role-playing games, perhaps the first, which I played in the early years when I fell in the videoludic art. I bought it without even knowing what was a role-playing game and that was why I was hit by Sacred: for the surprise effect. Simply I had never played anything like it before.

    Despite the fantasy genre was still new to me, I liked Sacred especially thanks to the plot, the story was interesting and caught me right away, even the main characters were very nice and the more I went on with the events, the more I liked knowing where the adventure would bring me. The universe created in Sacred is coherent, beautiful, varied and interesting.

    The gameplay of Sacred was up to the task: a choice between 6 different "heroes" as the protagonist, a brilliant management skills of the character, a varied use of magical powers and weapons, a simple and intuitive method to allow the character to evolve through the cumulative experience in the fighting, and good organization in the inventory system and the purchase/sale system. The method to upgrade the weapons and armor was well done, and could be used rings, amulets or magical runes to make items more powerful. The use of magic was fun, and could be created different combos to use more powers in quick succession. The secondary quests are hundreds, and bring you to push you from side to side of the map. The map in fact is really huge, a remarkable accomplishment, so much that there are magical portals scattered throughout the world that help to move faster; alternatively you can move on foot or horseback. Deserts, mountains, grasslands, dark areas, islands, dungeons, caverns and much more waiting to be explored. With all that, Sacred kept me busy for years to say the least, and I must admit that without it I would not have received the necessary thrust to devote to other role-playing games like Fallout and The Elder Scrolls.

    The technical sector of Sacred was not excelled, however spite was a game with isometric graphics was really well made and some landscapes were really beautiful such as deserts, lakes, grasslands or mountains. The soundtrack was very beautiful and apt according to the places or situations that presented themselves.

    Sacred is a game that reflects the true meaning of a fantasy role-playing game. One of the best ever, especially on PC. However you have to know how to love Sacred, and it can not be played like any other game.    … Expand
  4. filip028
    Oct 21, 2015
    9
    Sacred is an amazing RPG game and i think that its truly underrated.
    It has awesome quests and some interesting characters.
    I finished the game twice and i truly happy that i did.
    I think that Sacred equals to Diablo 2 and to be honest i think that Sacred was better than Diablo 2, but that´s my personal taste.
  5. raolek
    Aug 5, 2016
    10
    Sacred is the first fantasy-RPG games that i played and it was fantastic. I finished it many times and i recommend it to everyone who's starting they're adventure with RPG games
  6. KelemvorT.
    Apr 19, 2004
    6
    This game has potential but it seems somewhat upolished. The graphic engine is far from optimized, pathfinding is horrible, the skill-system is bad and sometimes next to useless. Nvertheless the game is fun to play, but the mentioned flaws prevent the game from beeing a good game.
  7. [Anonymous]
    Jun 17, 2004
    6
    I used to be a diablo player for like 3 years. this game is fun but lacks depth, and the technical issues faced when playing online is extremely frustrating, i can get stuck in the "connecting..." screen forever even when i plugged out my connection. this game really lacks a lot of things that will make it beat diablo or battle.net for that matter. The single player is less problematic,I used to be a diablo player for like 3 years. this game is fun but lacks depth, and the technical issues faced when playing online is extremely frustrating, i can get stuck in the "connecting..." screen forever even when i plugged out my connection. this game really lacks a lot of things that will make it beat diablo or battle.net for that matter. The single player is less problematic, but the real fun is in the multiplayer which is a real sad case.… Expand
  8. Danil_Shtangeev
    Feb 23, 2019
    7
    I can't remember any details but I've spent many hours playing this game with my brother many years ago.
  9. Trashware
    Dec 10, 2013
    9
    Sacred was the first game to introduce me to the Hack n Slash genre. That's right, I never played Diablo at the time even though I'm old enough to should have been doing that back then. But somehow I skipped it and it was this game that taught me what I was missing out on, and then some. Highly addictive gameplay, appealing graphics (there is something about the grittiness of Sacred 1 thatSacred was the first game to introduce me to the Hack n Slash genre. That's right, I never played Diablo at the time even though I'm old enough to should have been doing that back then. But somehow I skipped it and it was this game that taught me what I was missing out on, and then some. Highly addictive gameplay, appealing graphics (there is something about the grittiness of Sacred 1 that I really prefer to its smoothed out successor), badly voiced but fun characters. It's a game that doesn't take itself too seriously but at the same time may provide some challenge, especially early on if you want to advance too far too soon.

    The skill progression is simple yet diverse. The difference in skills and weapon use are well implemented; each character does feel unique. After finishing the main Ancaria campaign (which took ages since I felt I had to explore every inch of the map) I must admit I didn't have much interest left to complete the Underworld campaign (Gold edition add-on). To me it didn't feel as a real part of the game, both storywise and mapwise. But I do love the two extra characters, they are both my favorites to use. The demon's spells are interesting to play around with (more then just your common fire ball, you'll need the battle mage for that kind of work) and the dwarfs cannon gun and use of mines is quite satisfying.

    I like both Sacred and Sacred 2, but this is the game that will remain somewhat special to me. Even though by now I do understand what Diablo (1 & 2) is all about. So yes, of course I would recommend this game, play it!    … Expand
  10. Ordish
    May 2, 2012
    8
    I enjoyed this game very much. It has some minor issues that other like games have, such as not being able to choose the sex of the class but those are cosmetic. Great storyline and fun quests. It never hurts to be able to trample the bad guys with your horse either.
  11. Cgarater
    Nov 24, 2010
    10
    I LOVED IT, it was on it's time one of the best games RPG I've played, excellent quest I even restarted the game a couple of times. The internet part is very good aswell and the game is really good
  12. DregothVanT.
    Apr 24, 2005
    6
    It's a diablo-style game that introduces a few original gameplay concepts. It's only fault is lack of game balance (i.e. you are far superior in power than any enemy you will ever encounter) causing the game unchallenging and repetitive. Nice touches are horses and spells with a recharge time rather than mana (features that should really be introduced in all future RPG). My It's a diablo-style game that introduces a few original gameplay concepts. It's only fault is lack of game balance (i.e. you are far superior in power than any enemy you will ever encounter) causing the game unchallenging and repetitive. Nice touches are horses and spells with a recharge time rather than mana (features that should really be introduced in all future RPG). My verdict: around 60%… Expand
  13. Jinx
    Jun 25, 2011
    9
    Excellent Diablo-esque game. While the areas are not randomly generated, the world is huge and you are free to explore. The music and sound effects are standout, and the graphics are beautiful, although it is limited to 1024x768. It's also one of the few games that gets crafting/modding items right. It's easy, and it actually results in items better than what are laying around or for sale.Excellent Diablo-esque game. While the areas are not randomly generated, the world is huge and you are free to explore. The music and sound effects are standout, and the graphics are beautiful, although it is limited to 1024x768. It's also one of the few games that gets crafting/modding items right. It's easy, and it actually results in items better than what are laying around or for sale. The classes are cool, too. Overall, probably my favorite Diablo-style rpg. (note: the game was buggy when released, resulting in poor review scores. The current build is excellent, though, and they even added a lot of extra content. I suggest the GoG version, as it has no DRM)… Expand
  14. PcGamer1990
    Jun 30, 2014
    10
    The only rpg with this style of hack n slash that didnt get me bored...im waiting for sacred 3 to test i havent played sacred 2 tho but when i was younger i played this one.Dont start it nowadays no reason to...Its an old game that has passed unlike other games like Morrowind that are must to play anytime.
  15. J.B.
    Aug 11, 2006
    6
    As a huge fan of Diablo II I was really looking for Sacred to scatch my itch for a similar but new game. It didn't. The story is fine and the graphics are great but the sound, voice actors and gameplay are sorely lacking. The game also feels too much like a grind, even in comparison to the Diablo series. It's not a bad game but if you're looking for a continuation on Diablo As a huge fan of Diablo II I was really looking for Sacred to scatch my itch for a similar but new game. It didn't. The story is fine and the graphics are great but the sound, voice actors and gameplay are sorely lacking. The game also feels too much like a grind, even in comparison to the Diablo series. It's not a bad game but if you're looking for a continuation on Diablo play, you will be dissapointed.… Expand
  16. Sirik_Matak
    Sep 9, 2014
    7
    The joys of times where there were absolutely no good hack'n'slash games besides Diablo 2. Even a mediocre productions were really good and entertaining.
    Sacred was pretty average gameplay wise despite having few interesting concepts and even implementing them well. An every character was played differently, had a strong theme behind him/her and put an emphasis on different approach    The joys of times where there were absolutely no good hack'n'slash games besides Diablo 2. Even a mediocre productions were really good and entertaining.
    Sacred was pretty average gameplay wise despite having few interesting concepts and even implementing them well. An every character was played differently, had a strong theme behind him/her and put an emphasis on different approach towards everything. 2D world still has its charm, unlikely to 3D mish-mash-up without any soul or direction in Sacred 2, which connected everything in its spectrum, from cartoony gnomy gnomes and 7 dwarves to some dark themes.
    Of course the game had a fundamental flaw of level scaling, but it was far less irritiating and pointless than the sequel's problems and truth to be told: in spite of those problems it was the best title on the market when it came out.    … Expand
  17. K.Ward
    Mar 2, 2004
    2
    Take a streetfigher clone, graft it to a diablo clone and sprinkle a bauldurs gate clone feature or two and you have summed up the lack of originality in this game. The horse feature lauded is buggy with many spells and skills unuseable from horseback limiting them greatly. Graphics are decent however there is some blurring when moving. NPC's typical of other ones but with annoying Take a streetfigher clone, graft it to a diablo clone and sprinkle a bauldurs gate clone feature or two and you have summed up the lack of originality in this game. The horse feature lauded is buggy with many spells and skills unuseable from horseback limiting them greatly. Graphics are decent however there is some blurring when moving. NPC's typical of other ones but with annoying Bunching together AI that causes problems in some areas. Music is nice. Skills like hard hit and others are found on most character choices. Thus skills are not at "individual as the makers claim". Also, Repeat playability is going to be hampered by the troublesomeness of many of the poor features in the game. North American Markets as well get a "gore down" version. Support is planned only for North American and Eurpean Markets so Australia, NZ and Asian potential customers have been "bunged". Overall it is a major disappointment and a good example of what happens when concept meets market management.… Expand
  18. JohnnyP.
    May 21, 2004
    1
    Well, this game is quite boring!
  19. AndroD.
    May 22, 2004
    1
    The game is so BAD!
  20. Brad
    Jun 12, 2005
    0
    Won't load and full of errors...can't play....wasted $30.
  21. NecroMnemic
    Mar 9, 2014
    1
    Incredibly poorly designed game. The decisions the designers made are at times even worse than the D3 devs. I think this game was probably the most disappointing game I'Ve everplayed after Diablo 3.
  22. hellznrg
    Dec 20, 2011
    2
    It seems like a decent enough game, except the devs didn't think to include the ability to change screen resolutions. So I'm stuck playing this game on a widescreen monitor at some abysmally low resolution with huge black borders everywhere (even on the top and bottom). Also, for some idiotic reason the whole game looks squashed horizontally, which is stupid considering the big blackIt seems like a decent enough game, except the devs didn't think to include the ability to change screen resolutions. So I'm stuck playing this game on a widescreen monitor at some abysmally low resolution with huge black borders everywhere (even on the top and bottom). Also, for some idiotic reason the whole game looks squashed horizontally, which is stupid considering the big black borders :P everytime i try and start playing the game, I get pissed off at how everything looks so squashed and i give up. Maybe sometime in the future i'll give it another go. but for now it deserves a 2.… Expand
  23. Miotke
    Mar 3, 2020
    5
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    Jun 30, 2022
    7
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  25. Marshall
    Apr 8, 2004
    10
    Just got done with this game and wow... I'd like to see another RPG on par with this one soon.
  26. MarcR.
    Jun 4, 2004
    9
    This game may be a Diablo like, but it kicks ass. Special features such as Combos, horses, and auto- adjustment of enemies toughness gives you a darn good challenge.
  27. FadidO.
    Aug 7, 2004
    7
    I feel the graphics and characters are well done, but the technical "glitches" in gameplay make it frustrating. Also many times I got stuck wondering what I need to do next.
  28. NikolaL.
    Sep 2, 2004
    9
    I like it, but there are some minor faults that could be easily fixed.
  29. TravisH.
    Oct 4, 2004
    10
    Awesome reamped diabloII game with horses.
  30. EricT.
    Feb 25, 2004
    9
    I tried the demo and im a diablo fan and this one could be something very close to it.
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Awards & Rankings

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#80 Best PC Game of 2004
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#29 Most Discussed PC Game of 2004
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#32 Most Shared PC Game of 2004

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74

Mixed or average reviews - based on 37 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 20 out of 37
  2. Mixed: 16 out of 37
  3. Negative: 1 out of 37
  1. IC-Games
    93
    Sacred sets out to be little more than you’re typical hack and slash feast but with gorgeous graphics and a storyline/sound effects to match, but why shouldn’t we all devour it anyway?
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  2. AceGamez
    80
    Fun, addictive and quite compelling, although the repetitive nature of the gameplay does it no favours and certainly won't win over those who require something a little deeper and more meaningful. The game at least captures some of the spirit of "Diablo."
  3. RealGamer
    70
    I was addicted again for days to the Plus version despite playing the original over half a year ago. The thing with Sacred is despite all its flaws it keeps you coming back for more and that for me is the sign of a quality RPG.
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