Kingdom Come: Deliverance - Royal Edition

 PlayStation 4
Metascore
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  1. GameCritics
    Oct 11, 2022
    90
    This title certainly takes things slow, but it runs so deep and expands in so many directions at once that it’s hard to label it anything other than a true achievement. I whole-heartedly recommend it to anyone who might consider themselves an RPG fan.

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8.4

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  1. Kai82
    Oct 14, 2020
    10
    A unique open world RPG set in Bohemia around the year 1403 that focus on realism. This is not only valid for architecture, culture andA unique open world RPG set in Bohemia around the year 1403 that focus on realism. This is not only valid for architecture, culture and society. It breaks with (invalid) tropes. For example swords are a poor weapon against heavy armored foes in chain and plate armor. Even a gambeson is a solid deference that protects you or lets say dampen the impacts. Ever wondered why maces and flails exist? This is the reason. Just button mashing on enemies gets you killed as fast as attacking multiple enemies without a plan or preparation. Your character is also the son of a blacksmith so he cant read (can learn it ingame), has no battle training and also no thievery skills. However you can improve all skills on a learning by doing base. As you get better you unlock new skills. Some are really helpful. Special warning: Lock-picking and pick-pocketing are really hard. Many failed even at the tutorial lock. Advice: You can train pick-pocketing at your first trainer. (Re)practice until level 6 and then train after saving at sleeping persons. For lock-picking: Even when you break your lock-pick you get experience points. Train on very easy locks until you get a level 3 and level 6 perk (If I remember the levels correctly). The first improves the duration of lock picks and the second makes it easier to open locks. After this you will hardly ever break a lock-pick. While I am at it: Collecting herbs and brewing potions are a fast way to get money. But remember to know a recipe you should be able to read. I like the character progression. As you level your abilities and try to pick battles the smart way you always feel challenged and see your improvements. Another unique feature is the charisma system that is again a realistic representation. People will be horrified or disgusted if you are in torn armor / clothes or drenched in blood after battles. They will remind you and you should take a bath;-). There is a reputation system in the game. Because news spread slowly you have to be careful in each town. For the story: It is excellent. The main story is about a power struggle. The ruler Wenceslaus the fourth who is know in history as “The Idle” was a weak ruler. His brother Sigismund wanted his throne. There are also struggles by higher nobles who change sides. Your lord Radzig Kobyla is by rank a lower noble loyal to his (idle) King but has also a lucrative fief and some influence that makes him more important. I will stop here with this introduction. The story itself is great. Your protagonist Henry experience a lot. You will be involved with commoners, nobles, priest, merchants and rouges of all calibers. There are many memorable (side) quests and I like the way that you have nearly always multiple approaches or solutions. There is even sometimes the choice to sabotage your quest givers intentions or solve it in ways he would not approve. Be warned that some quest have a time-limit or have bad outcomes when you take too long (Timer starts when you obtain these side quests). A well developed speech skill helps a lot. Also there is a good portion of humor in the game. I will advice you to take care of you character and skills. I wont spoil more of the quest and only say there is so much fun here. My only critique are some bugs. Sometimes characters clothes or armor clip in late, I had one hard crash and once I was unable to damage my enemies no matter what I did (A restart helped while reloading did not). This however did not taint the experience. I must warn you that you can not save at any time. You need an item called Savior Schnaps to do it (Can be bought or crafted with alchemy). You can autosave by sleeping for at least 1 hour. Be also warned: It is more a slice of life with interesting twists. You will not be king or a legendary hero foretold by legends. It features realism not tropes. Maybe a deal-breaker for some but not me. Overall it is a challenging game especially at the beginning. The character improvement and learning coupled with great characters and an engaging story won me over. I will say it is not for everyone but also it can be a unique and great experience. Watch a bit of tutorials on YouTube and get a bit of advice how to play beforehand.… Full Review »
  2. sg400e
    Mar 25, 2020
    10
    It's a good 10 from me, love the story, great characters, it really gets hold of you, well done Warhorse
  3. MadViking92
    Jul 11, 2019
    3
    If there was ever a game that met mediocrity with absolute precision this would be the one. Sloppy mechanics and story that left you wonderingIf there was ever a game that met mediocrity with absolute precision this would be the one. Sloppy mechanics and story that left you wondering why you are still playing. Lacks in areas where it matters and overextended in areas where it could have been chopped in half or less. Seems like it tried to mimic Elder Scrolls without the flair and failed miserably.… Full Review »
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