Forspoken: In Tanta We Trust

 PlayStation 5
Metascore
71

Mixed or average reviews - based on 11 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 11
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 11
  3. Negative: 1 out of 11
  1. Hey Poor Player
    Jun 11, 2023
    70
    Forspoken: In Tanta We Trust is a narratively enticing piece of DLC whose tiny explorable area and lackluster magic system might scare away those looking for a follow-up with a little more oomph. It’s also worth noting that the very end of the DLC sequel baits hard. And, while I’m not sure that Frey’s second journey will ever come to fruition (I’m very aware of everything that’s been going on), In Tanta We Trust, despite its flaws, did help me to look forward to that Forspoken follow-up… if and when it happens.
  2. PSX Brasil
    May 31, 2023
    70
    Forspoken: In Tanta We Trust is essentially more Forspoken, for better or for worse. Its reduced scope helps in several ways, but the story feels too rushed to fit within the DLC's short length. Still, if you enjoyed the base game, the changes made here will keep the game fun and challenging for you.
  3. Everyeye.it
    Jun 1, 2023
    65
    Forspoken: In Tanta We Trust is a strange and half-successful experiment. Stripped of the crafting and all the secondary activities that characterized the vast world of Athia, the DLC focuses everything on the narrative, revealing an apparently essential background in order to continue exploring Frey's adventure. Without detracting from the quality of the plot, which in its final stages manages to reserve even unsettling twists, the downloadable content basically acts as a glue between Forspoken and its possible sequel, which at this point could really be part of the plans for the future of Square Enix. If we greatly appreciated the changes made to the combat system and the great focus placed on the cooperation between the two protagonists, we declare ourselves dissatisfied with the overall longevity of the DLC, in our opinion not exactly suitable for the entrance ticket (€ 12.50). With good reason, the purchase of In Tanta We Trust is recommended only for those few who loved the main game and would like to continue digging into the ever-rich mythology of Athia.
  5. Push Square
    May 25, 2023
    60
    In Tanta We Trust is a DLC better than the game it's based on, but that's more because it strips the Forspoken experience of its open world busywork than anything else. An expansion that focuses more on combat, the single open area is a condensed version of what the base title offers, turning it into a more tightly packed undertaking that gets you in amongst the action much faster. It's more Forspoken, but a better version of it.

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User Score
6.2

Mixed or average reviews- based on 53 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 31 out of 53
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 53
  3. Negative: 18 out of 53
  1. Jrosa56
    Jun 4, 2023
    0
    Complete trash! It kept crashing on me! I couldn’t connect to the characters. I do not recommend it
  2. GrowlKen
    May 29, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click full review link to view. Forspoken was the first game i finished with platinum. I was filled with expectations for the DLC. I wasn't disappointed. More so, I more moved by the story and characters than before. Going to the past to build on the characters' settings was a good move, especially on the relationship between Cinta and Frey. The time between in the main game was all a bit short and bittersweet. In the DLC, you get it longer but still bittersweet. Merely 10 hours, the DLC offers character development for both heroines from start till the end. (ending credits end, mind you).

    Another discrepancy is the gameplay. Frey being the past, has totally different powers and yet feels familiar and actually more intuitive than before. Every spell has its own strengths to be fully utilized.
    The linear gameplay allows for focus on the story and interactions between the characters, and even with vambrace (I mean cuff).

    It was fun. It was short...I just wished there was more. Please Square Enix, Forspoken deserves a sequel more than any other IPs.    … Full Review »
  3. turbo_dweeb
    Aug 24, 2023
    0
    this is a Very BAD game

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