Vampire: The Masquerade - Coteries of New York

 PC
Metascore
70

Mixed or average reviews - based on 28 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 9 out of 28
  2. Mixed: 19 out of 28
  3. Negative: 0 out of 28
  1. Impulsegamer
    Jan 16, 2020
    90
    I’d recommend it as I was completely caught up in the world it laid before me and was reminded of just how much I had loved Vampire the Masquerade: Bloodlines (and it did what I suspect it was really meant to do which is drum up a greater desire for the new game).
  2. Cubed3
    Dec 11, 2019
    80
    Forget the fact that Vampire: The Masquerade - Coteries of New York is a visual novel, as it really knows what the setting is all about. From the world, to the characters, to the absolutely fantastic setting and handling of the franchises deep lore, this is really a Vampire: The Masquerade game done right, and one that's highly replayable. There are a few flaws here and there, like how forgettable the plot at hand is, or how the paths don't diverge as much as one would want them to, but this is such an engrossing, and deeply atmospheric experience that it doesn't really matter.
  3. Worth Playing
    Feb 3, 2020
    79
    Although this game consists of quite a lot of reading, the story and overall feel of the title should keep VTM fans and newbies alike entertained from start to finish. It is a shame that there is no time to experience each and every storyline, and the inability to save multiple games is a bit of a deterrent. Overall, this indie RPG is a pretty good distraction for vampire fanatics to delve into as they anxiously await the upcoming releases this year.
  5. GameCrate
    Dec 26, 2019
    78
    I’m hoping that Coteries is the first modern step forward for an IP long overdue for mass recognition. Vampire: The Masquerade fans will enjoy this, and fans of vampire fiction in general might want to give it a whirl, as this is an easy introduction to an awesome universe.
  6. Ragequit.gr
    Dec 11, 2019
    78
    Even though it would have certainly benefited from being a bit more open-ended as far as its main plot is concerned, Coteries of New York is still a remarkably fun visual novel based on the 5th Edition Vampire Rulebook, that should serve as an adequate appetizer ahead of the "main course" set to arrive in 2020.
  7. PC Gamer
    Dec 13, 2019
    77
    Excellent writing and vibrant characters help to overcome prominent technical issues and unwelcome repetition.
  8. GameCritics
    Feb 28, 2020
    75
    Exploring and appreciating a visual novel with writing as good as this one shouldn’t be tiresome. With luck, future patches and updates will address these minor concerns because Coteries of New York is something well worth sinking one’s fangs into.
  9. Everyeye.it
    Dec 12, 2019
    75
    Of course, the sound accompaniment is not up to the other elements, but thanks to a collective of memorable characters, to original and functional mechanics for the genre, to an excellent bouquet of missions to follow and to a main story that loses hits only on the final, the boys of Draw Distance have sketched a remarkable work, with which it will be pleasant to get lost in the night of New York.
  10. Cultured Vultures
    Dec 11, 2019
    75
    I could see this being a solid primer for anyone wanting to get into the World of Darkness to prepare for Bloodlines 2, or those who need another excellent adventure to hold them over and sate the hunger.
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  1. Rock, Paper, Shotgun
    Jan 7, 2020
    Vampire: The Masquerade – Coteries of New York is essentially a collection of subplots for their own sake, largely set in stone. But they’re written with talent and confidence and I would gladly read some more.

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User Score
7.3

Mixed or average reviews- based on 81 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 51 out of 81
  2. Mixed: 15 out of 81
  3. Negative: 15 out of 81
  1. wooboom
    Dec 13, 2019
    10
    Like a great book, not for guys who have problems with reading. Arts are simply amazing.
  2. vampiric
    Dec 12, 2019
    10
    It’s a really good game. Once you know it vn-ish type of game and you are ok with it then it’s really fun. The game is dialogue based andIt’s a really good game. Once you know it vn-ish type of game and you are ok with it then it’s really fun. The game is dialogue based and depending you’re your clan you can use special dialogue choices (disciplines). You chose which quest to peruse and with whom to form coterie. It have some initial bugs, yes but nothing game breaking. I hope more characters and quests will be added. I know it’s not Bloodlines but that itself is not a reason to hate it.… Full Review »
  3. golemiada
    Dec 21, 2019
    10
    very nice game. I absoluty reccomend this. Great Arts, graphic etc :)))))""
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