The Council - Episode 1: The Mad Ones

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User Score
7.7

Generally favorable reviews- based on 40 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 25 out of 40
  2. Mixed: 11 out of 40
  3. Negative: 4 out of 40

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  1. bancandrei
    May 13, 2020
    8
    It has problems, but it feels like an invigoration of the adventure genre by adding non-combat RPG mechanics. Similar to Telltale games, but almost good. Definitely give this one a try, it's episodic, you can always stop after the first one. About all chapters : Story is intriguing, but could use more puzzles in the beginning, more consistency and a less abstract and abrupt ending, whichIt has problems, but it feels like an invigoration of the adventure genre by adding non-combat RPG mechanics. Similar to Telltale games, but almost good. Definitely give this one a try, it's episodic, you can always stop after the first one. About all chapters : Story is intriguing, but could use more puzzles in the beginning, more consistency and a less abstract and abrupt ending, which is not to everyone's taste. I appreciate what they were going for but cannot say I enjoyed the ending, so if you're into mystery for the payoff....… Expand

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Metascore
73

Mixed or average reviews - based on 11 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 11
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 11
  3. Negative: 0 out of 11
  1. Game Debate
    May 21, 2018
    95
    I lapped up all the skulking, whispering skullduggery and a few of the plot twists caught me by surprise. I can't wait for more.
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  2. RPG Fan
    May 7, 2018
    77
    A very promising start to a series with an intriguing story, interesting setting, and a unique spin on choice-based narratives.
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  3. PLAY! Zine
    Apr 27, 2018
    85
    We have yet to see how much the choices really matter, but if you focus on storytelling and the acting, the music, and the fresh approach to these types of games – you're in for a treat. Secret society, famous historic figures on one island, a couple of big mysteries and a rather interesting way of decision making are definitely a good foundation for the beginning of this journey.
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