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The world is in ruins. Only a remnant of mankind remains, hunted to near extinction by horrors from another world. As one of the few survivors left, you will venture into portals to fantastic realms to gather the resources and firepower needed to fight back and retake what was lost. Remnant: From the Ashes is a third-person survival-action game set in a post-apocalyptic world overrun by mythical creatures. The game provides players and up to three of their friends with a unique, customizable gameplay experience filled with intense shooting and melee combat, gear and weapon crafting, character progression and dynamically-generated levels that offer an infinite number of ways to explore and take on deadly monsters and epic bosses.
Game analysis
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Story and Narrative
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72
Mixed reactions: Remnant dazzles with immersive, player-driven lore and atmospheric world-building, yet its fragmented narrative, convoluted plot, and unengaging characters draw sharp criticism—prioritizing gameplay over story, leaving the tale as a divisive, secondary experience despite its depth.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR STORY
Story Score
72
Positive Reviews (80-100)
25%
Mixed Reviews (50-79)
67%
Negative Reviews (0-49)
8%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the story and narrative.
TL;DR
story and narrative
Mixed reactions: Remnant dazzles with immersive, player-driven lore and atmospheric world-building, yet its fragmented narrative, convoluted plot, and unengaging characters draw sharp criticism—prioritizing gameplay over story, leaving the tale as a divisive, secondary experience despite its depth.
Gameplay Mechanics
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86
Remnant: From the Ashes delivers a thrilling Souls-like shooter blend with sharp gunplay, co-op camaraderie, and deep customization, though clunky mechanics and uneven difficulty temper its polish—yet its addictive core and replayability cement it as a standout action RPG.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR GAMEPLAY
Gameplay Score
86
Positive Reviews (80-100)
87%
Mixed Reviews (50-79)
13%
Negative Reviews (0-49)
0%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the gameplay mechanics.
TL;DR
gameplay mechanics
Remnant: From the Ashes delivers a thrilling Souls-like shooter blend with sharp gunplay, co-op camaraderie, and deep customization, though clunky mechanics and uneven difficulty temper its polish—yet its addictive core and replayability cement it as a standout action RPG.
Graphics and Visual Design
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75
Remnant: From the Ashes dazzles with bold art direction and immersive world-building, but clunky tech, repetitive design, and platform-specific graphical gaffes drag down its vision.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR VISUALS
Visual Score
75
Positive Reviews (80-100)
40%
Mixed Reviews (50-79)
57%
Negative Reviews (0-49)
3%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the graphics and visual design.
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graphics and visual design
Remnant: From the Ashes dazzles with bold art direction and immersive world-building, but clunky tech, repetitive design, and platform-specific graphical gaffes drag down its vision.
Music and Sound Design
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71
Remnant: From the Ashes delivers a gripping, atmospheric soundscape with immersive combat and eerie ambiance, but technical flaws like muddled audio, inconsistent spatialization, and forgettable music undermine its potential, creating a mixed experience that dazzles in parts but falters under scrutiny.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR SOUND DESIGN
Sound Score
71
Positive Reviews (80-100)
26%
Mixed Reviews (50-79)
70%
Negative Reviews (0-49)
4%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the music and sound design.
TL;DR
music and sound design
Remnant: From the Ashes delivers a gripping, atmospheric soundscape with immersive combat and eerie ambiance, but technical flaws like muddled audio, inconsistent spatialization, and forgettable music undermine its potential, creating a mixed experience that dazzles in parts but falters under scrutiny.
Voice Acting
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69
Mixed but generally favorable voice acting in Remnant: From the Ashes—praised for English/German/Spanish performances and character depth, yet criticized for inconsistency, lack of emotional nuance, and repetitive dialogue in some language versions.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR VOICE ACTING
Acting Score
69
Positive Reviews (80-100)
36%
Mixed Reviews (50-79)
50%
Negative Reviews (0-49)
14%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the voice acting.
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voice acting
Mixed but generally favorable voice acting in Remnant: From the Ashes—praised for English/German/Spanish performances and character depth, yet criticized for inconsistency, lack of emotional nuance, and repetitive dialogue in some language versions.
Technical Performance
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64
Remnant: From the Ashes delivers strong procedural gameplay but struggles with inconsistent performance across platforms—PS4 faces frame drops and crashes, Switch battles glitches and load times, PC and Xbox One deal with bugs and co-op issues, though stability improves on some systems. Despite flaws, its core design shines, making it a worthwhile experience despite technical hiccups.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR TECHNICAL PERFORMANCE
Tech Score
64
Positive Reviews (80-100)
19%
Mixed Reviews (50-79)
60%
Negative Reviews (0-49)
21%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the technical performance.
TL;DR
technical performance
Remnant: From the Ashes delivers strong procedural gameplay but struggles with inconsistent performance across platforms—PS4 faces frame drops and crashes, Switch battles glitches and load times, PC and Xbox One deal with bugs and co-op issues, though stability improves on some systems. Despite flaws, its core design shines, making it a worthwhile experience despite technical hiccups.
Replay Value
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79
Procedural generation and co-op depth drive Remnant: From the Ashes' replayability, offering dynamic worlds, boss variety, and carry-over progression. Critics praise its challenge-driven design, multiplayer synergy, and semi-procedural campaigns, but flaws like repetitive layouts, frustrating detours, and shallow progression hinder longevity. While Souls-like difficulty and randomized elements attract fans of chaos, critics note inconsistencies, dead ends, and a lack of New Game+—leaving its appeal split between hardcore players and those craving polish.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR REPLAY VALUE
Replay Score
79
Positive Reviews (80-100)
48%
Mixed Reviews (50-79)
51%
Negative Reviews (0-49)
2%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the replay value.
TL;DR
replay value
Procedural generation and co-op depth drive Remnant: From the Ashes' replayability, offering dynamic worlds, boss variety, and carry-over progression. Critics praise its challenge-driven design, multiplayer synergy, and semi-procedural campaigns, but flaws like repetitive layouts, frustrating detours, and shallow progression hinder longevity. While Souls-like difficulty and randomized elements attract fans of chaos, critics note inconsistencies, dead ends, and a lack of New Game+—leaving its appeal split between hardcore players and those craving polish.
Overall Verdict
74
MONSTER
OVERALL SCORE DISTRIBUTION
Monster Score
74
Positive Reviews (80-100)
56%
Mixed Reviews (50-79)
43%
Negative Reviews (0-49)
1%
Based on analyzing all available reviews that scored and critiqued the game.
TL;DR
Hard-hitting combat and co-op thrills in Remnant: From the Ashes are overshadowed by a hollow narrative, repetitive design, and tech issues—yet its challenging gameplay and immersive world make it a must-play for Souls-like devotees.
74
MONSTER
Reviews
142 reviews found92
Xbox Tavern
Aug 20, 2019
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Remnant: From the Ashes is a must-play title with a mix of difficulty, fun gameplay, and replay value.
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90
TheXboxHub
Sep 16, 2019
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Remnant: From the Ashes is a brilliant RPG adventure that successfully combines ideas from multiple titles into a unique experience.
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90
Hooked Gamers
Sep 30, 2019
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The game is enjoyable with fluid combat, fun weapon upgrades, and tight controls. It has some flaws like occasional glitches and repetitive environments, but is still worth playing.
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90
CGMagazine
Aug 20, 2019
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A surprising hit with engaging gameplay, replay value, and visually appealing design. Despite technical issues and thin story, the game offers a lot to love for its price point.
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90
Softpedia
Aug 21, 2019
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Remnant: From the Ashes provides a hardcore standard difficulty experience with great character itemization, unique mobs, and compelling story. While facing challenges similar to Dark Souls and Sekiro, the game offers a versatile art style, immersive sound design, and minimal consequences for death. The steep learning curve and respawn mechanics may deter some players, but the game's strengths outweigh its flaws.
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90
Windows Central
Aug 25, 2019
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Remnant: From the Ashes is a superb title with addictive gameplay, stunning visuals, and great replayability. It has some flaws like questionable voice acting and minor performance issues, but overall it is Gunfire Games' best title and one of the biggest surprises of the year.
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90
Game Rant
Aug 28, 2019
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Remnant: From the Ashes is a unique and enjoyable experience, with some minor quality-of-life improvements that could be made.
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90
GameSpace
Aug 27, 2019
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Remnant: From the Ashes is a lot of fun, especially in co-op, and exceeds expectations.
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90
Generación Xbox
Sep 3, 2019
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Remnant from the Ashes is recommended for players seeking a fun, long-lasting, and cooperative gameplay experience, despite some flaws like lack of polished environments and limited online communication features.
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XboxAddict
Sep 30, 2019
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Overall, the game is rated 8.7/10, praised for its unique mechanics and rewarding gameplay once players learn its intricacies.
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