The Dwarves

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6.2

Mixed or average reviews- based on 57 Ratings

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  1. Rehgar
    Dec 10, 2016
    9
    Right off the bat, it is worth mentioning that this game is different from other isometric games such as Pillars of eternity, Baldur's gate, Neverwinter etc in terms of game mechanics and world exploration. Is it necessarily a bad thing? Well some people say that it's more of a visual audio book with RTS elements than an RPG game , while others might think that it introduces a breath ofRight off the bat, it is worth mentioning that this game is different from other isometric games such as Pillars of eternity, Baldur's gate, Neverwinter etc in terms of game mechanics and world exploration. Is it necessarily a bad thing? Well some people say that it's more of a visual audio book with RTS elements than an RPG game , while others might think that it introduces a breath of fresh air to the RPG genre such as myself. Ultimately it gets down to personal preference.

    Saying that, let's get down to business with a list of pro's n con's about this gem of a game:

    PROS:

    +The narration and dialogues gives of a soothing and cosy atmosphere to the game. Fully voiced which is always great! I was hooked from the start and did not loose interest nor clicked away any conversations.

    +The story and character development; As I advanced through this epic journey, I got more invested in the characters and their background stories. While being your standard RPG a la lord of the rings, the tale unfolded in an intriguing way, inviting some chuckle here and there, lots of smiles and a few sad events. The cut-scenes enhanced the experience even further.

    +Exploration of the world is approached via a worldmap with a vivid narration of events in which you sometimes had to make choices thus, to a certain extent, could influence the outcome.

    + Game mechanics; compared to other RPG you get to fight hordes upon hordes of orcs while using lots of AoE skills that could also cause friendly fire. Therefore, placing your characters and using the environment is a must to avoid being overrun by the mobs. Smash the orcs, knock em out then finish them or just push em off the cliff! Whatever you decide there is a great sense of satisfaction!

    CONS:

    - Oh camera, where art thou?? Why not let us freely scroll over the battlefield to plan even better strategies?!

    -The ending felt just a tad too rushed.

    - Some health potion bugs which in some situations were rather frustrating.    … Expand
  2. Veska
    Dec 7, 2016
    8
    It is just "game" book in 1:1. And if you read 1st part of The Dwarves and remember story, it would be maybe sometimes easier to check right answer etc. This game has simple H&D RPG system in fights and really good story, wonderfull graphic and for me, one of the best sountrack and voices, that i ever heard in games.
  3. Hirsch
    Dec 4, 2016
    8
    +Great story and characters. +Good voice acting. +Combat requires tactics and feels different from copy/paste arpg. -Not so much rpg. -Controls are not intuitive.
  4. Zordriak
    Dec 11, 2016
    10
    For a small studio , its a good game they did make.

    pro: -good story, charismatic characters -fast paced RTS with a good bits of stategies to apply to win - battle are long - You can choose your path on world map and find random/hidden events - good mystical ambiance - nice skills usage Con: - Micromanagement is a must. Leave a character alone and he will get mobbed -    For a small studio , its a good game they did make.

    pro:

    -good story, charismatic characters
    -fast paced RTS with a good bits of stategies to apply to win
    - battle are long
    - You can choose your path on world map and find random/hidden events
    - good mystical ambiance
    - nice skills usage

    Con:

    - Micromanagement is a must. Leave a character alone and he will get mobbed
    - Migth be difficult for a newbie on RTS
    - seem to be only 8-10 lvl on characters
    - Have to rotate the camera (ended up seeing a big tree on screen) often to see battlefield/item on map

    Overall, i have a great time playing it. If you like dwarf like in DnD or Tolkien setting, you will like this    … Expand
  5. Hellish069
    Dec 5, 2016
    8
    For a small studio , its a good game they did make.

    pro: -good story, charismatic characters -fast paced RTS with a good bits of stategies to apply to win - battle are long - You can choose your path on world map and find random/hidden events - good mystical ambiance - nice skills usage Con: - Micromanagement is a must. Leave a character alone and he will get mobbed -    For a small studio , its a good game they did make.

    pro:

    -good story, charismatic characters
    -fast paced RTS with a good bits of stategies to apply to win
    - battle are long
    - You can choose your path on world map and find random/hidden events
    - good mystical ambiance
    - nice skills usage

    Con:

    - Micromanagement is a must. Leave a character alone and he will get mobbed
    - Migth be difficult for a newbie on RTS
    - seem to be only 8-10 lvl on characters
    - Have to rotate the camera (ended up seeing a big tree on screen) often to see battlefield/item on map

    Overall, i have a great time playing it. If you like dwarf like in DnD or Tolkien setting, you will like this.    … Expand
  6. AthanasiosT
    Jan 21, 2017
    8
    Mix of RPG and RTS with dwarves smashing lots of orc heads. Decent graphics and good sound/music. Great combats with lots of enemies and strategic thinking required. The ability trees could do with some enrichment and please do something with the camera view, which in some cases was a bit frustrating. I would also like some more character stories/adventures. In general it is a veryMix of RPG and RTS with dwarves smashing lots of orc heads. Decent graphics and good sound/music. Great combats with lots of enemies and strategic thinking required. The ability trees could do with some enrichment and please do something with the camera view, which in some cases was a bit frustrating. I would also like some more character stories/adventures. In general it is a very enjoyable game that could do with a bit of improvements for it's possible second part.… Expand
  7. Wiseus
    Dec 6, 2016
    8
    The great achievement of a small team - a really good game.

    I like this game very much, mostly, because it brings an entirely new game experience within the classical party rpg setting. That is a rare feeling for an old RPG fan. And this new experience is of course the combat: innovative, challenging, brutal, epic and satisfying almost as action-rpg. Well, we may say that it is party    The great achievement of a small team - a really good game.

    I like this game very much, mostly, because it brings an entirely new game experience within the classical party rpg setting. That is a rare feeling for an old RPG fan.

    And this new experience is of course the combat: innovative, challenging, brutal, epic and satisfying almost as action-rpg. Well, we may say that it is party based action-rpg. And, what is most important, is that it is party based action-rpg made with soul and careful attention to the details.

    Animation, graphics, voice-acting and soundtrack are very good. Stroy and characters are pleasurable. What else do you need for having a good time?

    Maybe, ignore some cons, that are the following:
    - game is qute short, just around 10-15 hours, depends on your success in the combat.
    - due that shortness some parts of the story seems to be not as well connected as they could be.
    - lack of cinematic scenes, that are there and that are good, but, could be more.
    - poor leveling system
    - clunky animations of enemies (maybe that was done by purpose)

    So, The Dwarves is a good game, that has also a great potential of further development, as well as a story to continue. Hence, I'll be looking fowrard to the sequel and recommending the game to all my firends.    … Expand
  8. Endarfin
    May 2, 2018
    10
    Its a beautiful loveletter to people who love baldurs gate shadows of ahmn, well made, aside from some minor bugs,
    Its not as long as i would've wanted it to be, but i think that depends on if you go straight through ( wich i did)
    Lots of fun conversations, And of course Blind Guardian !

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#64 Most Shared PC Game of 2016

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61

Mixed or average reviews - based on 17 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 2 out of 17
  2. Mixed: 13 out of 17
  3. Negative: 2 out of 17
  1. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Feb 6, 2017
    40
    The Dwarves would like to achieve a better rating, but their own companions in the fight undercut this effort. Simple technical state is not always a recipe for a success. [Issue #271]
  2. Games.cz
    Feb 6, 2017
    60
    The promise of "game about dwarves" is fulfilled only from a half. Written story is accompanied by physical engine in the battles, but those are confused just like sleepy dwarf, unfortunately.
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  3. Riot Pixels
    Jan 26, 2017
    56
    A weak retelling of a mediocre fantasy book.
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