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Grim Dawn - Review @ Gamespot

by Hiddenx, 2016-04-09 09:09:28

Gamespot has reviewed the action RPG Grim Dawn:

Grim Dawn Review

Bloody. Depressing. Brutal. And just about perfect.

Grim Dawn is a fast-paced, gory, and loot-filled action RPG that deserves a spot among the greats of the genre. The developers at Crate Entertainment have ticked off all the boxes that hack-and-slash fans want, and as one of those fans, I was reminded of countless experiences from the past, but there's more to Grim Dawn than old tricks.

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Grim Dawn can be like pulling the lever on a slot machine, the only difference being that the reward here isn’t cash but the gory explosion of beasts and the clink of loot-drops. I know from personal experience that this game has that certain something, and even if you think that you've grown tired of games of its ilk, Grim Dawn has enough tricks up its sleeve to charm even the most grizzled veteran.

Score: 8/10

The Good

  • Nails the action RPG formula just about perfectly
  • Great rhythm and balance between speedy combat, loot drops, and plot points
  • Impressive range of character classes and skill development
  • Beautifully realized visuals loaded with eerie details
  • Expansive solo campaign

The Bad

  • Combat grows monotonous over time
  • Small inventory space is at odds with the heavy flow of loot

 

Information about

Grim Dawn

SP/MP: Single + MP
Setting: Fantasy
Genre: Hack & Slash
Platform: PC
Release: Released


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