Hand of Fate

 PlayStation 4
Metascore
79

Generally favorable reviews - based on 15 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 11 out of 15
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 15
  3. Negative: 0 out of 15
  1. Gamers' Temple
    Mar 7, 2015
    74
    Intriguing game dealt a bad blow by underwhelming action gameplay.
  2. IGN Italia
    Mar 11, 2015
    68
    A great idea with some annoying issues in terms of execution.
  3. Hardcore Gamer
    Feb 23, 2015
    60
    Unfortunately, this version is inexplicably and inexcusably broken, prone to game-ruining bugs and frequent crashes. If all you have is a PS4, then I’m sad to say you should give Hand of Fate a pass.
  5. Push Square
    Feb 17, 2015
    60
    Hand of Fate comes so close to being something really special – an unexpected concoction of genres and ideas that meshes together superbly to create a really fun experience that's both involving and rewarding, at least in short bursts. But, unfortunately, its potential is cut short by a lack of options and awkward third-person game segments that should really know better.

Awards & Rankings

69
#69 Best PS4 Game of 2015

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User Score
7.9

Generally favorable reviews- based on 67 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 52 out of 67
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 67
  3. Negative: 8 out of 67
  1. IrishLeadFarmer
    Jul 8, 2015
    9
    This is a very fun game if you enjoy playing board or card games with friends and have a little imagination. You make choices in regards toThis is a very fun game if you enjoy playing board or card games with friends and have a little imagination. You make choices in regards to encounter cards that pop up over the course of a campaign. Results can range from simply getting better supplies, curses or blessings, having to play a shuffle card game, or going to combat with enemies in the style of a less-sophisticated Arkham/Shadow of Mordor system.

    If you ever played Arkham Horror, DnD or a similar board game and wanted to actually fight rather than roll dice, this game may be for you.

    Pros:
    - Phenomenal voice acting
    - really unique and good looking art style
    - fun story telling and encounters
    - well balanced, can become a stiff challenge
    - story and endless mode

    Cons:
    - combat merely gets the job done
    - bad load times
    - slow down    … Full Review »
  2. Kris_d
    Mar 1, 2015
    8
    Fun little indy title that mashed up several genres. It's quite original. While the first hour i wasn't really impressed and everything feltFun little indy title that mashed up several genres. It's quite original. While the first hour i wasn't really impressed and everything felt too simplistic, the game started opening up after that. Combat still is simplistic, but it's fun enough and can be challenging. RNG is a big factor in this game, but (for me) that makes it all the more exciting and it fits well in this game. I really like it. I'm hoping in the future they can add some other game mechanics and lots of new cards. I really hope it sells well so we can see an expansion or a sequel. Lots of potential! It's not perfect... there are some bugs here and there, but havent encountered many at all. also, there's a little screen tearing here and there, and during combat with lots of enemies you can get some hickups and lose a bit of framerate. But overall, a very fresh, fun and engaging game. Hadn't heard about it at all before i saw it on steam last week (but i do own the PS4 version) Usually i don't like to buy games so impulsive, but i'm glad i did.… Full Review »
  3. SKonung
    Nov 11, 2019
    9
    Смелое решение на стыке жанров карточных игр и рогаликов. Для инди очень даже неплохое развлечение на несколько вечеров.Смелое решение на стыке жанров карточных игр и рогаликов. Для инди очень даже неплохое развлечение на несколько вечеров.
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