For the King

 Xbox One
Metascore
84

Generally favorable reviews - based on 5 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 5 out of 5
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 5
  3. Negative: 0 out of 5
  1. Xbox Tavern
    May 18, 2019
    91
    For the King is undoubtedly one of the most distinct, intriguing, and fun RPG roguelikes in recent memory, and what’s more, the content value is through the roof. Despite the odd technical hiccup, the game succeeds in blending so many mechanics together without making a mess, and yet respectably manages to remain accessible and exciting throughout. If you’ve even a smidgen of interest in this game, you owe it to yourself to pick this up.
  2. TheXboxHub
    Jun 8, 2019
    90
    For The King is quite frankly one of the best games you can get for the price range. With five different game modes, all of which include their own enjoyable gimmicks such as survival elements and a focus on seafaring, there is more than enough content to find yourself going through. Supported by fantastic depth in the combat and systems that tie the game together, what few setbacks it has can easily be overlooked. If you have been looking for a turn based RPG, it would be an absolute shame to skip out on For The King.
  3. SomosXbox
    Jun 2, 2019
    90
    For the King is a turn-based role-playing game, in which each game will be different thanks to its procedural style. A game that will make you want to continue playing one turn after another. Ideal to start in this style of games and very complete for lovers of it. Guarantees many hours of fun.
  5. Jeuxvideo.com
    Apr 21, 2021
    75
    If you have two board game friends who are hungry for their dice roll fix, For the King may be for you. Cleverly blending its roots with the Rogue-Like genre, it offers substantial content for those who are adept at tactical combat and cooperative board games. Don't go there thinking of playing it alone, because the whole thing loses interest dramatically. Board game buffs will see For the King as a good palliative to their usual activities.
  6. GameCritics
    Sep 30, 2019
    75
    I’m grateful that singleplayer exists since it’s hard enough to get two friends together, let alone getting two to commit to a long campaign. However, For the King is a game best enjoyed with others. I finished it solo, but the lack of other players made the experience less enriching. With this in mind, For the King is a jolly questing experience, both as a local and online boardgame experience.

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User Score
6.9

Mixed or average reviews- based on 10 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 7 out of 10
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 10
  3. Negative: 2 out of 10
  1. Xbox_Alive
    May 11, 2019
    8
    For The King provides fun and enjoyment when playing with friends in local co-op and an online option means the game doesn’t lack in theFor The King provides fun and enjoyment when playing with friends in local co-op and an online option means the game doesn’t lack in the replay ability department. I'm not a huge fan of the board games because I often find myself losing interest in them when I have no one to challenge me, enough variation, or simply too complicated to keep the fun factor in check. For the King however is different because it never became too complex to enjoy and is a lot of fun thanks to local and online play. For The King shines its brightest in the game’s turn-based combat system because each is important and each battle provided a test in defeating enemies made for quite a satisfying experience. Is I unlocked a number of in game achievements as well along the way, and because of For the King's content is a vast amount to play, and it also has variety within the content as well. For the King is one of the best in its genre and a most enjoyable experience. It’s a game that features enjoyable play from beginning to end and with the different stories for you to experience you won’t find yourself getting bored of this game anytime soon. Nice work indeed IronOak and Curve Digital. This game is also available currently to play for free for those with the Xbox One Gamepass program so be sure to check it out.… Full Review »
  2. broadbandsbane
    Jun 16, 2019
    5
    Perma-death and dubious RNG do not make a good combination. Add to that time limits for levelling up and it quickly becomes an unrewardingPerma-death and dubious RNG do not make a good combination. Add to that time limits for levelling up and it quickly becomes an unrewarding experience. There is some level of strategy involved but no more complex than your standard turn based RPG. If the game wants to destroy you no amount of strategy will help.… Full Review »
  3. Shanpagne
    May 15, 2019
    8
    This game is awesome. It would be a perfect 10 IF the glitchy nature were to be fixed. The game often freezes, the controls force player 1 toThis game is awesome. It would be a perfect 10 IF the glitchy nature were to be fixed. The game often freezes, the controls force player 1 to make other players decisions, and some time just pressing B requires a full game shutdown. That being SAID... the fundamentals of this game are incredible. It’s a nerdy boardgame that requires no setup. It’s challenging and perfect for a 2-3 couch co-op. I can’t wait until the game is fixed, it’s a treasure.… Full Review »
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