Summary
- Release Year: 2014
- Genres: Indie, Role-playing game (RPG), Strategy, Turn-based strategy (TBS)
- Platforms: Mac, PC (Microsoft Windows)
- Developers: Daedalic Entertainment
- Publishers: Daedalic Entertainment
Blackguards: Untold Legends (2014)
Blackguards: Untold Legends is a downloadable content (DLC) expansion for the turn-based strategy role-playing game Blackguards, developed by Daedalic Entertainment and released in 2014. The DLC continues the main story line of the original game, offering seven new quests and a host of new challenges.
Players take control of a group of mercenaries who are tasked with investigating a series of mysterious disappearances in the war-torn land of Aventuria. As they delve deeper into their investigation, they uncover a sinister plot that threatens to plunge the world into chaos.
Blackguards: Untold Legends features the same engaging turn-based combat as the original game, with a variety of new units and abilities to master. Players must carefully consider their every move, as each decision could have far-reaching consequences.
The DLC also introduces a number of new characters, each with their own unique abilities and motivations. Players will need to learn how to use these characters effectively in order to overcome the challenges that await them.
In addition to the new quests and characters, Blackguards: Untold Legends also features a number of new gameplay features, such as a new crafting system and a new reputation system. These new features add depth and replayability to the game, ensuring that players will have plenty of content to keep them entertained.
Gameplay
Blackguards: Untold Legends is a turn-based strategy role-playing game in which players control a group of mercenaries. Players must use their mercenaries’ unique abilities to defeat their enemies in combat.
The game features a variety of different unit types, each with its own strengths and weaknesses. Players must carefully consider the composition of their party when entering combat, as the wrong mix of units can lead to defeat.
In addition to combat, players must also manage their resources and make strategic decisions on the world map. Players must decide which quests to undertake, which allies to recruit, and how to spend their limited resources.
Story
Blackguards: Untold Legends continues the main story line of the original game. Players take control of a group of mercenaries who are tasked with investigating a series of mysterious disappearances in the war-torn land of Aventuria.
As they delve deeper into their investigation, they uncover a sinister plot that threatens to plunge the world into chaos. Players must race against time to stop the plotters and save the world.
Characters
Blackguards: Untold Legends introduces a number of new characters, each with their own unique abilities and motivations. Players will need to learn how to use these characters effectively in order to overcome the challenges that await them.
Some of the new characters include:
- Cassia: A skilled warrior who is determined to avenge the death of her father.
- Naurim: A powerful mage who is searching for a way to control his magic.
- Varin: A cunning rogue who is always looking for a way to make a quick buck.
- Aisha: A mysterious woman who seems to know more than she lets on.
Reception
Blackguards: Untold Legends received generally positive reviews from critics. The game was praised for its engaging turn-based combat, well-written story, and memorable characters. However, some critics found the game to be too difficult and repetitive.
Overall, Blackguards: Untold Legends is a solid DLC expansion that offers plenty of new content and challenges for fans of the original game. The game’s engaging turn-based combat, well-written story, and memorable characters make it a worthwhile purchase for fans of the genre.
Score: 8.5/10
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8.5/10
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