Drakan: The Ancients' Gates

 PlayStation 2
  • Publisher: SCEA
  • Release Date: Jan 28, 2002
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8.8

Generally favorable reviews- based on 49 Ratings

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  • Summary: In the ancient, decaying world of Drakan, the immortal Spirit Dragons are held captive. Rynn, a brave female warrior, and Arokh, a fearless dragon, are called to save these spiritual leaders, as well as the last remnants of mankind. Embarking on an enchanted journey through eight vast,In the ancient, decaying world of Drakan, the immortal Spirit Dragons are held captive. Rynn, a brave female warrior, and Arokh, a fearless dragon, are called to save these spiritual leaders, as well as the last remnants of mankind. Embarking on an enchanted journey through eight vast, foreign environments, Rynn and Arokh utilize magic spells, resourcefulness and more that 50 powerful weapons in their quest to save civilization. [SCEA]… Expand
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Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 22 out of 31
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 31
  3. Negative: 1 out of 31
  1. Gaming Age
    100
    If you like a good story, mixed in with breathtaking visuals, magnificent audio, and extraordinary game play you’d be a fool to miss out on this sleeper hit of the year.
  2. GamingTrend
    91
    While it won’t hold up to the likes of Zelda, it provides an entertaining romp while the game lasts. Air combat is a blast to get involved in, and the humongous worlds are amazing to fly through.
  3. GamerWeb Sony
    90
    It was the sound that really sets Drakan: The Ancients Gates apart from other action/adventures.
  4. Hot Games
    80
    Drakan tries - and sometimes succeeds - in being better than average, but it eventually gets Drakan'd right back to a formulaic adventure game.
  5. TotalPlayStation
    80
    The dialogue is intelligent, the side quests actually help thicken up the feel of a fantasy world, and the graphics and sound have a subtle way of reeling you in without knowing.
  6. Game Revolution
    75
    A good game peppered with numerous little annoying bits. Still, the item acquisition, terrific fighting and solid graphics offer good adventure fun, and you could do a lot worse.
  7. Electronic Gaming Monthly
    47
    Suffers from a steep difficulty curve. Blame it on the excessive enemy quotient, the steep cost of healing, and the unwieldy inventory control. [Feb 2002, p.148]
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 19 out of 20
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 20
  3. Negative: 0 out of 20
  1. TyM.
    Feb 19, 2002
    10
    This is one of the best games I've ever played.
  2. AmandaA.
    May 27, 2006
    10
    This is the best game I've ever played. It's really fun and always leaves you wanting more. It's so fun and exciting. I love This is the best game I've ever played. It's really fun and always leaves you wanting more. It's so fun and exciting. I love all of the weapons, side quests, characters, fighting, and vast world.… Expand
  4. BenvanDesil
    Jul 17, 2004
    10
    This game is awesome... I haven't finished it yet but trust me I will... like I said... it's great... not many like it...
  5. GolbergYoni
    Sep 26, 2021
    10
    Решил накатить на прошитую соньку игру из детства. это были лучшие 3 дня на даче. Но боюсь только старичков могут переполнять такие эмоции,Решил накатить на прошитую соньку игру из детства. это были лучшие 3 дня на даче. Но боюсь только старичков могут переполнять такие эмоции, сейчас уже не актуально. Бесконечно жаль, что разработчики не смогли ничего подобного больше выпустить. Сейчас приходится довольствоваться лишь dark souls и god of war. Честно, я скучаю по полётам на ароке ♥️… Expand
  6. FapAliceGoodwin
    Sep 2, 2022
    10
    A redhead Lara Croft as the Dragonborn. Swords are brandished, spells are cast, evil is slain, dragons are flown, big knockers strain againstA redhead Lara Croft as the Dragonborn. Swords are brandished, spells are cast, evil is slain, dragons are flown, big knockers strain against tight leather Lots of fun.… Expand
  7. Kuato
    Feb 4, 2007
    9
    One of the best fantasy adventure/action games for PS2. A very solid experience.
  8. Stealthgear
    May 25, 2013
    7
    This game is worth taking a chance on in 2013 if you are very bored, but like adventure action. There is a story, so its not a pure actionThis game is worth taking a chance on in 2013 if you are very bored, but like adventure action. There is a story, so its not a pure action game that you can blast through. You have to navigate and do item collection quite a bit. Thankfully you don't really get too lost and everything keeps pace. The environments, textures, and animations don't look like much at first, but it gets going once you are put on your first quest. The controls are a bit clunky, but this is an older game. Its like a 2nd or 3rd Tomb Raider engine. The enemies are pretty funny. The first quest is a balance of creepy and silly with magic gremlins. Its not as fluid as devil may cry, and perhaps this game needs more finishing touches, but its very playable and gives you a lot to do. As an RPG you'll start to feel like the character after awhile. I have to deduct some points because some areas, like the first castle don't look finished. The controls aren't perfect, and some things about this game are average. All in all this should be good for hours of gameplay whether you beat it or not. If you are already a fan of the genre or older ps2 games you'll like it.… Expand

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#63 Best PS2 Game of 2002
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#39 Most Discussed PS2 Game of 2002