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. COGconnected
    Jun 12, 2023
    75
    In Tanta We Trust is conceptually a bit odd. While it can be played as a stand alone game, it wouldn’t make sense to do so. On the other hand, players who have beaten Forspoken may not appreciate the pared down mechanics and small scope. There is a way to access the new content from the main game’s campaign, which probably makes the most sense, making it feel almost like a robust side mission. In any case, In Tanta We Trust is neither significantly better or worse than Forspoken, but very much of a piece with it.
  2. RPG Fan
    Jun 9, 2023
    81
    I think In Tanta We Trust’s biggest weakness is how short it is. Still, despite being only three hours or so in length, the DLC is a solid standalone adventure. It also ends by hinting at a future adventure for Frey and Cuff, which may or may not happen now due to Forspoken’s lackluster sales. It’s a shame, given how this DLC, in particular, highlights Forspoken’s inherent potential. While the DLC’s price isn’t high for its length, you still need to purchase Forspoken to play it. So, whether or not you want to double-dip into Forspoken with this add-on depends entirely on your enjoyment of the base game. Fans of Frey’s first adventure may find an excellent reason to return to Athia here, as In Tanta We Trust is a compelling prequel side-story to Forspoken.
  3. GamingBolt
    Jun 1, 2023
    80
    Forspoken’s story DLC feels like an earnest attempt at addressing criticisms the game got when it was first released.
  5. TierraGamer
    May 31, 2023
    75
    Forspoken: In Tanta We Trust is a fun return to Athia that allows us to experiment with new types of magic and interesting cooperative combat. However, it's very short, and its story could be a better addition to its extended mythology.
  6. But Why Tho?
    May 29, 2023
    85
    While Forspoken: In Tanta We Trust may be too little, too late for some, it showcases the developers’ potential as they grow in skill and familiarity with the world they created.
  7. GamingTrend
    May 26, 2023
    85
    Forspoken: In Tanta We Trust presents a cool spin on an already amazing combat system. This DLC is small in scope, but as a result is well worth the time investment. The story is nothing new, but with much sharper writing it holds a lot of promise for the teased sequel.

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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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