Solasta: Crown of the Magister

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  1. Maximuuus
    May 29, 2021
    9
    Everything works perfectly in this game.
    Every mechanics are a part of a very consistent whole and an amazing role playing / tactical turned base experience.

    The story and the faces/facial animations could be better. But how could such a small project be perfect ? It's close to be perfect... With more money it would have been.
  2. Redline13
    Jun 4, 2021
    9
    I see a lot of low reviews but as someone who's played all the Baldur's Gate games, Pillars of Eternity, Neverwinter Nights, Temple of Elemental Evil, Planescape, and Divinity: Original Sin I can tell you this game is right up there with the best. It's got a few faults but they're easily over looked with solid combat that never got old the entire play through.

    I've played thousands of    I see a lot of low reviews but as someone who's played all the Baldur's Gate games, Pillars of Eternity, Neverwinter Nights, Temple of Elemental Evil, Planescape, and Divinity: Original Sin I can tell you this game is right up there with the best. It's got a few faults but they're easily over looked with solid combat that never got old the entire play through.

    I've played thousands of hours of D&D 5e and even Baldur's Gate 3 hasn't achieved the level "authentic" 5th edition combat that Solasta does. The combat is 10 out of 10 and it's only the up close models and sometimes cheesy (albeit funny) dialogue that stunt this game.

    I was pretty skeptical at first that Solasta would feel more like a beta than it did a full game but man was I impressed straight out of the gate. The overall story is engaging and really got good towards the end.

    When Baldur's Gate 3 is finished Solasta wont hold a candle but right now it's the best (and quite possibly only) faithful rendition of 5e that allows you to reach 5th level.

    TL;DR Ignore the hateful nit-picky reviews of people who've "played D&D for 20 years". So have I and I'd make a blood pact that this game is **** great.    … Expand
  3. rafaeletpc
    May 30, 2021
    10
    Solasta is a very good game based on d&d 5e. it is a game we haven't seen since a long time since Baldur's Gate 2 we didn't have such a good game, he faithfully follows the 5th edition of d & d he has good graphics he has gameplay very good and I highly recommend.It
    created solutions that work so that combat rules and general rules are respected
  4. Heki
    Jun 1, 2021
    9
    D&D computer games are mainly about combat, because computer can never recreate playing with living people around the table and in this field Solasta delivers big time. It is also a great tool for learning the rules of 5th edition because it really sticks to them.

    I recommend to build your party focusing on combat abilities, roleplay aspects here are more of a flavor of typical D&D    D&D computer games are mainly about combat, because computer can never recreate playing with living people around the table and in this field Solasta delivers big time. It is also a great tool for learning the rules of 5th edition because it really sticks to them.

    I recommend to build your party focusing on combat abilities, roleplay aspects here are more of a flavor of typical D&D tropes. Do not expect deep character story, this is Beer and Pretzels D&D game where you kill monsters and get their stuff.

    If you like tactical combat, this is a game for you. If you are not a tactician find some other game.    … Expand
  5. Vanedor
    Jun 7, 2021
    9
    Solasta is a faithful adaption of DnD Fifth Edition. Unlike most modern RPGs, you do not play one hero but a group of four characters you create and customize. You also give them some personality traits that impact what they can say in the (fully voiced) dialogs. Typical to Dungeon and Dragon, you start the game in a tavern and the stories of how your characters walked there serve as someSolasta is a faithful adaption of DnD Fifth Edition. Unlike most modern RPGs, you do not play one hero but a group of four characters you create and customize. You also give them some personality traits that impact what they can say in the (fully voiced) dialogs. Typical to Dungeon and Dragon, you start the game in a tavern and the stories of how your characters walked there serve as some very well integrated tutorials to learn the different aspects of the game.

    The story is the classic saga you expect in this sort of game As a representative of the council, a sort of United Nation organization, you are tasked with defeating an ancient race of shapeshifter lizardmen who once destroyed another world. For this, you need to find all the long lost stones of a crown you find early in the game.

    Solata got some truly great tactical battle. It's the first of such game that actually make you pay attention to the torches, boarded windows and others potential sources of light. It also makes use of the third dimension which make spells such as fly, jump and misty feet pretty interesting. The array of spell is vast and using the right spell at the right time is the difference between life and death.

    Some may regret that not all races and 5th edition classes are implemented but the core is there and unless you absolutely wanted to play a half-orc barbarian, it shouldn't bother you too much. The game has still a few bugs but nothing critical or game stopping and can be easily overlooked. I don't doubt they are going to get patched soon, seeing how supportive the game devs are. Personally, my only regret that the campaign is a little too linear.

    Also, the game includes a beta and very promising dungeon editor. For now it's a little bare, but it holds a great potential for the future and I'm looking forwards playing some player-created modules.

    In short, the game has a good story, decent graphics and a couple of new / innovative mechanisms you won't find anywhere else. While some areas are truly beautiful, it's not a game you are going to play for its prettiness. It's a game you are going to play for its fun and engaging DnD combats.    … Expand
  6. AthanasiosT
    Jul 7, 2021
    10
    Excellent isometric RPG, following Baldur's Gate and NWN tradition. Based on DnD rules, turn based combat is quick and -sometimes- hard. I really liked the detailed spellbooks and spells' variety; there's even a Flying spell, which you can use to reach hidden treasures or strike at your enemies from above. I think it's pretty obvious, that the programming team really loves DnD and RPGs, IfExcellent isometric RPG, following Baldur's Gate and NWN tradition. Based on DnD rules, turn based combat is quick and -sometimes- hard. I really liked the detailed spellbooks and spells' variety; there's even a Flying spell, which you can use to reach hidden treasures or strike at your enemies from above. I think it's pretty obvious, that the programming team really loves DnD and RPGs, If you're into this, hurry up and roll the dice!!… Expand
  7. DunkedOn
    Jul 26, 2021
    10
    It's a good game, though for a fan of the cRPG genre as such.
    But don't listen to all those "I've played more cRPGs than all of you and this cRPG is bad". As if it gives some kind of special advantage.
    Many imperfections are only a matter of time before they are fixed, so there's no point in whining about it. This game is still being updated. The game is more than playable,    It's a good game, though for a fan of the cRPG genre as such.
    But don't listen to all those "I've played more cRPGs than all of you and this cRPG is bad". As if it gives some kind of special advantage.
    Many imperfections are only a matter of time before they are fixed, so there's no point in whining about it. This game is still being updated.

    The game is more than playable, gameplay-wise it's well done and the mechanics from DnD are nicely felt.
    Graphically it's not the best, though it's not bad, but that's not what you should care about in a cRPG.
    The story is pretty subjective here, some might like it and some might not.
    It is worth noting the dungeon editor, it is a promising feature, although so far it is only in the early stages of development.

    This game has great development potential.    … Expand
  8. Aerow
    Jun 1, 2021
    9
    Great Game with D&D rules. The Story is great. Graphics could be better and there are some small bugs.
  9. Cshu
    Jun 12, 2021
    10
    Best D&D based game since Baldur's Gate 2. I hope they produce more content.
  10. mrvalor
    Jul 5, 2021
    9
    This is a fantastic game if you like 5th ed D&D. Is it visually stunning and graphically amazing? Nope, it's not. But it's super fun and VERY playable. I'd say it's the best D&D game I've played since the mid/late 1990s. Why is it so good?

    Pros: - You can make a full party of 4 & customize them with tons of options and combinations. - The graphics are nice, but favor utility and being    This is a fantastic game if you like 5th ed D&D. Is it visually stunning and graphically amazing? Nope, it's not. But it's super fun and VERY playable. I'd say it's the best D&D game I've played since the mid/late 1990s. Why is it so good?

    Pros:
    - You can make a full party of 4 & customize them with tons of options and combinations.
    - The graphics are nice, but favor utility and being able to understand what's going on over just being beautiful. Like any TTRPG-based game, there's quite a bit going on and this game has visual cues to let you know things like distance, line of sight, etc.
    - The lighting system works well and the environment is dynamic without being an excessive burden.
    - All of your characters have a part in the story, and they all interact (instead of just having a "face" character.
    - The faction system is nice and pairs with the crafting system to let you crank out all the magic items you want or need.
    - The inventory system is functional without being a giant burden or it's own cumbersome aspect of the game.
    - Side quests, while available, are short and to the point.
    - The new subclasses mean even people with tons of time playing 5th ed D&D can come in and have a lot of fun exploring the system, classes, and strategies.
    - Playing around with the spells, combinations of features, etc is lots of fun for veteran players.
    - The open quests basically take you from level 1 to 2 while teaching you how to play the game.
    - Once you've completed a playthrough, making it back through on future tries to play with different parties is much faster and easy to make it through.
    - Excellent they/them gender option.
    - Overall this was a fantastic virtual D&D experience and I had TONS of fun playing it. Among other things, it just really FEELS like D&D.

    Cons:
    - The main and only campaign available right now is about 40-50 hours long. It could easily have another 30-50 hours long and been even more fantastic
    - Level caps out at 10
    - Limited classes (I thought the number of subclasses was fine)
    - Limited character ancestry options, could have used options other than ones that give +2 dex
    - The flying/3D movement toggle is not very intuitive at all
    - There's a handful of bugs but my understanding is that they're getting fixed/worked on

    Once again, fantastic game. Would totally buy again!    … Expand
  11. Deltium
    Nov 30, 2021
    10
    This is a very good game. If you like the 5e of D&D, it will be true to the genre. Admittedly, the graphics are very rudimentary and basic, but the gameplay is superb. I would give the story a B+, as the early and middle aspects of the story are good, but the ending is weak. However, my overall rating is very positive because this small Indie developer put a lot of love and effortThis is a very good game. If you like the 5e of D&D, it will be true to the genre. Admittedly, the graphics are very rudimentary and basic, but the gameplay is superb. I would give the story a B+, as the early and middle aspects of the story are good, but the ending is weak. However, my overall rating is very positive because this small Indie developer put a lot of love and effort into making this a true D&D game with good mechanics. They have also supported it after launch and done a good job therein. Definitely worth it.… Expand
  12. Honze7
    Dec 12, 2021
    8
    Extremely elegant and essential D&D experience. Solasta provides an accurate digital experience, simplifying the tabletop complexity through an easy to understand digital gaming approach.
    Loved it at first sight and I'm still hoping that more content, classes and functions will be provided in the future.
    The real downside comes with the annoying animated clips that will plague every    Extremely elegant and essential D&D experience. Solasta provides an accurate digital experience, simplifying the tabletop complexity through an easy to understand digital gaming approach.
    Loved it at first sight and I'm still hoping that more content, classes and functions will be provided in the future.

    The real downside comes with the annoying animated clips that will plague every run at any given, even pointless, interaction with the world and NPCs. These seriously require some function to be skipped at will, instead of having to click multiple times just to skip single sentences.

    The final part of the game, starting with the final run within the volcano zone, is extremely rushed and padded with useless fights and forced interactions with objects, just to navigate the maps.
    That point in the story clearly shows that the previous great care for details and love for interesting content is cut short by the need of releasing the game. Everything feels too hasty and devoid of context. It's a shame. I'd love if the developers changed the final part in the future, adding more stuff.

    Overall, a game that must be played by anyone enjoying this genre and the overall feeling a fantasy adventure can provide.    … Expand
  13. Dubeau
    Jul 8, 2021
    9
    Solasta is a fun RPG tactic game. The game last around 39 hours. The story is enjoyable and full of interesting dialogues. The side quest are also interesting. Overall the fighting tactic engine is easy to pick up. However all the recipes and crafting are complicated to understand, and felt unsatisfying. The graphics of the levels are AAA. The character designs seems a bit odd in terms ofSolasta is a fun RPG tactic game. The game last around 39 hours. The story is enjoyable and full of interesting dialogues. The side quest are also interesting. Overall the fighting tactic engine is easy to pick up. However all the recipes and crafting are complicated to understand, and felt unsatisfying. The graphics of the levels are AAA. The character designs seems a bit odd in terms of proportions of the heads and the hairs. Their animations are decent enough to translate emotions. Some side quests lack direction or clear indication. And the last even doesn't tell you, that there is no turning back. The music and the sounds are excellent. I give the game a good 85%. I was addicted to it and I wanted to know all the stories. Great game. I strongly recommend you buy it.… Expand
  14. Marc_hicks091
    Jul 18, 2021
    9
    This is a surprisingly excellent CRPG based in the world of D&D 5E. Don't expect the graphics or voice acting of a AAA game, but both are very solid for a game made on such a small budget, & the intra-party banter is actually very good. However, its in the combat that the game truly shines....with its very faithful adaption of D&D rules, & generally excellent turn-based combat. The gameThis is a surprisingly excellent CRPG based in the world of D&D 5E. Don't expect the graphics or voice acting of a AAA game, but both are very solid for a game made on such a small budget, & the intra-party banter is actually very good. However, its in the combat that the game truly shines....with its very faithful adaption of D&D rules, & generally excellent turn-based combat. The game definitely deserves more love, as I would love to see what this studio can do with more of a AA Development budget.… Expand
  15. ComandanteCobra
    May 18, 2022
    8
    Solid Indie game, odl school, dedicated to RPG pen & paper players.
    Very faithful to D&D 5th Edition: Character creation, spells, dice roller, lighting, objects, ability cheks ,rest...with just minor modification here and there
    Combat oriented, turn based, level cap, no grinding or eccessive crafting, no loot dependent. I really liked that fighting and some exploration give enphasis to    Solid Indie game, odl school, dedicated to RPG pen & paper players.
    Very faithful to D&D 5th Edition: Character creation, spells, dice roller, lighting, objects, ability cheks ,rest...with just minor modification here and there
    Combat oriented, turn based, level cap, no grinding or eccessive crafting, no loot dependent.
    I really liked that fighting and some exploration give enphasis to lighting, height, distance and firendly fire... so it's one of the few game where Darkvision, Light spells, Torches, Flying monsters, Ranged weapons, dash moves and Mobility Spells like Spiderclimb or Jump have a real, meaningful, tactical, usage in the game; and influence gameplay.
    I will use some of the things i have seen in this game fights for my tabletop rpg sessions.
    I'm an old player (From AD&D) and this game help me get in touch with the 5ed, learn most of the rules easilly.
    Some contenets (Like Druids and half-orc race) need an-add on to buy.
    i hope that more adventures will be added in the future.
    Just beware that there are still some bugs here and there and that "social" aspect of rpg (dialogues, romance, moral choices) are basic
    Like other Indie production compare them with AAA games in terms of resources and polish isn’t a fair proposition. Instead, discerning gamers are able to simply appreciate them for what they are    … Expand
  16. Armitas
    Aug 14, 2022
    8
    At the time of this writing it is still in beta, but the basic game is completed. I'ts just missing some balance polishing around crafting, magic items, and attunement. It's everything you would expect of a D&D game, with options to individual rules. It has a solid story, with lots of character personality, but it doesn't weigh you down with so loads of dialogue choices and long termAt the time of this writing it is still in beta, but the basic game is completed. I'ts just missing some balance polishing around crafting, magic items, and attunement. It's everything you would expect of a D&D game, with options to individual rules. It has a solid story, with lots of character personality, but it doesn't weigh you down with so loads of dialogue choices and long term responsibility. I found that refreshing from those games where entering a new town meant an hour of dialogue about things you don't care so much about. It's a good balance between story telling, and tactical combat. It's a good solid game like Baulders gate, but without the tedious dialogue decisions.… Expand
  17. derek_
    Jul 26, 2022
    9
    Great game. Go for it :-) had fun all the time. Combat is good, love how +1 weapon is deal. No crazy overpowered items + perks hoarding :D like this modest approach when you dont start with AC 10 and at the end of game you have 50-60 like in Pathfinder :D
  18. fonki
    Mar 10, 2022
    8
    I really like this game and i want to see more. Superclassic isometric RPG, not groundbreaking in terms of epic but very enjoyable for a solid and balanced set of mechanics. It genuinely reminded me of an actual table top DnD session.

    Cons: - graphics are pretty but with some flaws - a bit of a clunky camera - not so much a make-a-choice-change-the-story game as a roll-the-dice-well    I really like this game and i want to see more. Superclassic isometric RPG, not groundbreaking in terms of epic but very enjoyable for a solid and balanced set of mechanics. It genuinely reminded me of an actual table top DnD session.

    Cons: - graphics are pretty but with some flaws
    - a bit of a clunky camera
    - not so much a make-a-choice-change-the-story game as a roll-the-dice-well one (but this is DnD's own flaw)
    - imbalance between casters+rogues and fighters with the latter behind in terms of effectiveness (probably they didnt have time to fully develop fighter classes at the same degree as the others, although i havent tried the barbarian yet).

    Pros: - the story is more clever than it looks at the beginning, and the dialogues are not obvious
    - I really loved the mechanic allowing interactions between party members, despite the fact that they are all generated by the player (best feature of the game to my opinion)
    - a good amount of creativity in generating the party and in developing each character

    overall a fun game, not a masterpiece, but a very intriguing start.    … Expand
  19. Barden
    Feb 22, 2022
    8
    Like many other reviewers have stated, this is an outstanding adaption of D&D 5E rules (the best I have seen). It rivals Baldur's Gate I & II when it comes to replicating the feel of playing the pen & paper version (which is awesome if you used to or still play the game that way). However, the game doesn't feel quite done yet... not in a buggy sense (I don't recall any bugs) but rather inLike many other reviewers have stated, this is an outstanding adaption of D&D 5E rules (the best I have seen). It rivals Baldur's Gate I & II when it comes to replicating the feel of playing the pen & paper version (which is awesome if you used to or still play the game that way). However, the game doesn't feel quite done yet... not in a buggy sense (I don't recall any bugs) but rather in a story sense.

    I would like to see more DLC content (dungeons) and an increase to the max level (started at 10 I believe, and is now 12). Yes there are dungeons created by players (some are pretty good) but they have certain limitations that prevent them from being as good as official content.    … Expand
  20. ironmadruga
    Jul 5, 2023
    10
    Jogo interessante pra quem gosta de um bom RPG de turnos, com regras de D&D 5e.
  21. Coulphil
    Sep 8, 2023
    9
    Ce jeu certes n'a pas l'envergure d'un BG3 mais tire son épingle du jeu, j'apprécie les graphismes, le respect des règles D&D, les petites phrases des PNJs qui donnent de la vie au jeu. Seul défaut de ce RPG et non des moindres : la linearité de l'histoire principale mais pour le reste c'est tout bon.

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Generally favorable reviews - based on 33 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 23 out of 33
  2. Mixed: 10 out of 33
  3. Negative: 0 out of 33
  1. Softpedia
    Jun 5, 2023
    85
    Solasta: Crown of the Magister is a great entry point for those looking to play a D&D-inspired game. The streamlined ruleset makes everything easy to understand and you don’t even have to spend hours creating your character (unless you really, really like to roll your stats until you get certain values). The only thing that I couldn’t get past are the character models, which look absolutely terrible. However, the dungeons, which are designed both horizontally and vertically, as well as some of the ground locations are beautiful and immersive for a D&D campaign. The voice acting is also top-notch most of time, and the same goes for the soundtrack.
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  2. RPGamer
    Nov 10, 2021
    70
    Overall, Solasta faithfully recreates much of the experience of a fifth edition Dungeons & Dragons adventure with a focus on satisfying combat. It also takes a fresh approach to some of the common tropes, though most of them clearly needed more time and focus to reach their full potential. The game provides an excellent introduction to not only its pen-and-paper counterpart but computer-style role-playing games as well. In the end, Solasta provides a fun, if somewhat short, ride that most will enjoy.
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  3. GameGrin
    Aug 23, 2021
    60
    SOLASTA: Crown of the Magister has its faults, but still manages to be an enjoyable RPG experience. if you just want a D&D-eqsue dungeon crawler to play through, there are certainly worse options to choose from.
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