For the King

 Switch
Metascore
76

Generally favorable reviews - based on 8 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 5 out of 8
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 8
  3. Negative: 0 out of 8
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  1. Cubed3
    Oct 14, 2019
    70
    Although far simpler on a conceptual level than it lets on, For The King is a charming, addictive blend of rogue-like and tabletop RPG elements, culminating in an experience that is far more than the sum of its parts. With multiple campaigns to choose from, a fully customizable party, surprisingly engaging cooperative play, and a currency system that encourages replayability, it's hard not to lose track of playtime. Of course, the rogue-like isn't without its flaws, relying a bit too much on an arguably underdeveloped combat system, but For The King offers an adventure more than worth embarking on in spite of its few flaws.
  2. Pure Nintendo
    Jul 29, 2019
    70
    All in all, For the King is a seamless port to the Switch and fun experience! You are going to die and you will probably grumble about it. But then you will spend your well-earned lore points on a new event, encounter, item or class and hit that new game button one more time to start a new adventure all over again. I encourage anyone who enjoys RPG’s or rogue-likes to get a copy and see just how far you can get! Until next time, good gaming.
  3. Nintendo Life
    May 20, 2019
    70
    Turn-based RPGs of yesteryear and today owe a lot of their fine-tuned tactics to the legacy of tabletop board games, and For The King pays tribute to this legacy with a digital adventure where anything can happen. The fast-paced nature of its exploration and combat keeps everything feeling fresh and lively, but the considerable reliance on chance does take the shine of its otherwise competent combat. However, with adjustable difficulties (which amend the severity of each death) and a sizeable amount of expansive DLC, this is one roguelike RPG that really shines in co-op.

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#76 Most Shared Switch Game of 2019

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User Score
6.4

Mixed or average reviews- based on 29 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 15 out of 29
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 29
  3. Negative: 8 out of 29
  1. vodkaffee
    Dec 12, 2019
    4
    very glitchy, feels very unpolished. the exploration system is not fun and building a character doesn't even feel good or rewarding.
  2. Kathlar
    Apr 12, 2021
    4
    A great concept with weak execution. What could be instant classic turns out to be unpolished and buggy prototype or proof of concept and notA great concept with weak execution. What could be instant classic turns out to be unpolished and buggy prototype or proof of concept and not a real game. The game lies about giving us a lot of possible options and choices, when in reality the most it does is ether A or B. This could be a wonderful product, once it's really finished. Shows most of the problems that Unity Engine has.… Full Review »
  3. TuxDC
    Mar 5, 2021
    2
    There is just enough game here to trick you into wasting time on it but ultimately you realize it’s just a bad game. You think the loop willThere is just enough game here to trick you into wasting time on it but ultimately you realize it’s just a bad game. You think the loop will get better with the lore unlocks but they don’t. The difficulty and randomness leave you feeling cheated. I paid bargain bin $12 bucks for physical yet I still feel ripped off. Save your time and play something enjoyable.… Full Review »
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