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MONSTER
Explore a fresh new world as you set foot - alongside many other settlers, mercenaries and treasure hunters - on a remote island seeping with magic, rumored to be filled with riches and lost secrets. GreedFall aims for a very unique visual identity, inspired by Baroque art from 17th Century Europe, depicting grandiose sceneries in muted warm colors and dark undertones. A grand journey filled with mystery follows, as you find yourself in the middle of ever-increasing tensions between the invading settlers and the locals, protected by supernatural beings, manifestation of the island's earthly magic. With a strong focus on its core RPG identity, GreedFall follows Spiders’ experience in building intricate worlds filled with mysteries to discover, weaving deep character interactions, and offering players great freedom to achieve quests and objectives in a multitude of different ways – through combat of course, but also through diplomacy, deception or stealth.
Game analysis
Monster Scorecard
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Story and Narrative
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78
Critics have mixed opinions on the Story of GreedFall: Gold Edition. Some praise its immersive world-building and engaging narrative exploring themes like colonialism and politics. However, others criticize its rushed plot, lack of depth, and pacing issues. While some appreciate its political intrigue and character development, others find it lacking in originality and depth. Overall, GreedFall: Gold Edition offers a captivating setting and narrative but falls short in some aspects, leaving critics divided.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR STORY
Story Score
78
Positive (80-100)
70%
Mixed (50-79)
30%
Negative (0-49)
0%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the story and narrative.
TL;DR
story and narrative
Critics have mixed opinions on the Story of GreedFall: Gold Edition. Some praise its immersive world-building and engaging narrative exploring themes like colonialism and politics. However, others criticize its rushed plot, lack of depth, and pacing issues. While some appreciate its political intrigue and character development, others find it lacking in originality and depth. Overall, GreedFall: Gold Edition offers a captivating setting and narrative but falls short in some aspects, leaving critics divided.
Gameplay Mechanics
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72
Mixed opinions from critics on GreedFall's gameplay: praised for well-designed quest system and character customization, but criticized for clunky and repetitive combat lacking depth and variety. RPG mechanics are solid with meaningful character progression options, but some feel certain systems like stealth are lacking. Overall, while flawed, GreedFall offers an enjoyable experience for RPG fans appreciating quest design and character customization.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR GAMEPLAY
Gameplay Score
72
Positive (80-100)
30%
Mixed (50-79)
67%
Negative (0-49)
3%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the gameplay mechanics.
TL;DR
gameplay mechanics
Mixed opinions from critics on GreedFall's gameplay: praised for well-designed quest system and character customization, but criticized for clunky and repetitive combat lacking depth and variety. RPG mechanics are solid with meaningful character progression options, but some feel certain systems like stealth are lacking. Overall, while flawed, GreedFall offers an enjoyable experience for RPG fans appreciating quest design and character customization.
Graphics and Visual Design
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72
Reviewers have mixed opinions on GreedFall's graphics and visual design. While praised for stunning environments and artistic detail, criticisms point to technical issues, recycled assets, and rough animations. Overall, the game's visuals impress despite flaws, offering a visually appealing 17th-century world but falling short in execution.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR VISUALS
Visual Score
72
Positive (80-100)
32%
Mixed (50-79)
64%
Negative (0-49)
4%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the graphics and visual design.
TL;DR
graphics and visual design
Reviewers have mixed opinions on GreedFall's graphics and visual design. While praised for stunning environments and artistic detail, criticisms point to technical issues, recycled assets, and rough animations. Overall, the game's visuals impress despite flaws, offering a visually appealing 17th-century world but falling short in execution.
Music and Sound Design
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74
Critics mostly praised GreedFall's sound design and music, highlighting the well-executed orchestral music that elevated the game's atmosphere and appeal. The soundtrack was commended for its variety and quality, enhancing key moments and combat. Voice acting received mixed reviews, with some lauding its quality and immersion, while others criticized accents and lip movements. Despite some flaws like lack of lip movement and unconvincing accents, the majority of critics found the sound design and music to be immersive and enhancing the overall experience in GreedFall.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR SOUND DESIGN
Sound Score
74
Positive (80-100)
44%
Mixed (50-79)
56%
Negative (0-49)
0%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the music and sound design.
TL;DR
music and sound design
Critics mostly praised GreedFall's sound design and music, highlighting the well-executed orchestral music that elevated the game's atmosphere and appeal. The soundtrack was commended for its variety and quality, enhancing key moments and combat. Voice acting received mixed reviews, with some lauding its quality and immersion, while others criticized accents and lip movements. Despite some flaws like lack of lip movement and unconvincing accents, the majority of critics found the sound design and music to be immersive and enhancing the overall experience in GreedFall.
Voice Acting
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Critics have mixed opinions on the voice acting in GreedFall. Some praised its believability and emotional depth, while others criticized odd word choices and forced accents. Overall, the majority of reviewers found the voice acting to be strong, enhancing the immersive world and storytelling despite some flaws.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR VOICE ACTING
Acting Score
73
Positive (80-100)
43%
Mixed (50-79)
57%
Negative (0-49)
0%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the voice acting.
TL;DR
voice acting
Critics have mixed opinions on the voice acting in GreedFall. Some praised its believability and emotional depth, while others criticized odd word choices and forced accents. Overall, the majority of reviewers found the voice acting to be strong, enhancing the immersive world and storytelling despite some flaws.
Technical Performance
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63
GreedFall's technical performance divides critics. While some praise smooth gameplay on PS4 and PC, others criticize issues like blurry textures, glitches, and rough animations. PS5 and some PC users had a better experience. Overall, opinions vary on technical issues like bugs, controls, and graphics, with room for improvement noted by many critics.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR TECHNICAL PERFORMANCE
Tech Score
63
Positive (80-100)
18%
Mixed (50-79)
71%
Negative (0-49)
11%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the technical performance.
TL;DR
technical performance
GreedFall's technical performance divides critics. While some praise smooth gameplay on PS4 and PC, others criticize issues like blurry textures, glitches, and rough animations. PS5 and some PC users had a better experience. Overall, opinions vary on technical issues like bugs, controls, and graphics, with room for improvement noted by many critics.
Replay Value
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Critics have mixed opinions on the replay value of GreedFall. Positives include multiple resolutions, diverse combat options, and companion quests enhancing replayability. Negatives include limited skill trees and repetitive quests. Overall, the game offers decent replay value with its rich storytelling, exploration, and variety of content, despite some drawbacks.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR REPLAY VALUE
Replay Score
71
Positive (80-100)
33%
Mixed (50-79)
64%
Negative (0-49)
3%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the replay value.
TL;DR
replay value
Critics have mixed opinions on the replay value of GreedFall. Positives include multiple resolutions, diverse combat options, and companion quests enhancing replayability. Negatives include limited skill trees and repetitive quests. Overall, the game offers decent replay value with its rich storytelling, exploration, and variety of content, despite some drawbacks.
Overall Verdict
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MONSTER
OVERALL SCORE DISTRIBUTION
Monster Score
72
Positive (80-100)
35%
Mixed (50-79)
65%
Negative (0-49)
0%
Based on analyzing all available reviews that scored and critiqued the game.
TL;DR
GreedFall has received mixed reviews from critics. It's praised for its world-building, storytelling, and visuals but criticized for boring gameplay, lack of innovation, and technical issues. While it shows promise, it falls short in some aspects, making it a decent RPG but not a standout must-play title.
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MONSTER
Reviews
112 reviews found100
Daily Star
Sep 15, 2019
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Engaging story, unique open world, and mix of gameplay elements make GreedFall a compelling RPG despite technical issues and lackluster performances
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93
GameCrate
Sep 13, 2019
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GreedFall is a brilliant return to form for fans of BioWare-style RPGs. While not perfect, it offers a captivating story, engaging gameplay, impressive graphics, and a smooth technical performance. It is well worth playing for those who appreciate the BioWare formula.
90
ZTGD
Oct 14, 2019
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The reviewer considers GreedFall to be a sleeper hit and one of their favorite games of the year, praising its RPG elements, unique setting, and the importance given to side stories.
87
SomosXbox
Sep 9, 2019
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Despite its technical shortcomings, GreedFall is a highly recommended game for fans of the genre, offering a satisfying role-playing experience with good gameplay, character customization, a rich world, and interesting companions.
85
AusGamers
Sep 11, 2019
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GreedFall is praised as an RPG to savor, with a profound and stunning finale. The game's narrative and role-playing ambition shine through, despite some design limitations.
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85
XboxAddict
Oct 14, 2019
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Greedfall is a deep and enjoyable RPG, comparable to Dragon Age and Witcher 3.
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85
Xbox Tavern
Oct 1, 2019
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The game is solid overall, with its mix of RPG elements and obtainable upgrades. Despite some flaws like poor voice acting, the visuals and atmosphere allow players to get immersed in the world.
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Hobby Consolas
Sep 9, 2019
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GreedFall offers a solid and complete experience for action RPG enthusiasts, with strengths in dialogue-heavy storytelling, well-developed characters, and the ability to shape the player's reputation and relationships with factions and companions.
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RPG Fan
Sep 30, 2019
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The review overall praises GreedFall's gameplay, story, world-building, and choice and consequence mechanics. It mentions that the game is a step in the right direction for the developer, Spiders, and has potential to compete with BioWare's WRPGs.
82
The Games Machine
Jul 5, 2021
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The review praises GreedFall: Gold Edition as an homage to the consecration and full maturation of the studio, with solid performance on PlayStation 5 and recommends giving it more than just a simple look.
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