Summary
- Release Year: 2016
- Genres: Role-playing game (RPG)
- Platforms: PC (Microsoft Windows)
Sword Coast Legends: Rage of Demons is a dungeon crawler video game developed by n-Space and published by Wizards of the Coast. It was released for Microsoft Windows, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One on September 29, 2016. The game is based on the Dungeons & Dragons tabletop role-playing game, and is set in the Forgotten Realms campaign setting.
Players create a custom character and embark on a journey through the Sword Coast, fighting monsters, solving puzzles, and completing quests. The game features a variety of character classes and races to choose from, each with their own unique abilities and playstyles.
Sword Coast Legends: Rage of Demons received mixed reviews from critics. Some praised the game’s story, characters, and combat, while others criticized its repetitive gameplay and lack of innovation. Despite the mixed reviews, the game was a commercial success, selling over 500,000 copies worldwide.
Gameplay
Sword Coast Legends: Rage of Demons is a dungeon crawler video game in which players control a party of four characters through a series of dungeons and other environments. The game features a variety of combat encounters, puzzles, and quests.
Players can choose from a variety of character classes and races, each with their own unique abilities and playstyles. The character classes include:
- Fighter: A melee combatant with a variety of weapons and abilities.
- Rogue: A stealthy character with a variety of skills and abilities.
- Wizard: A spellcaster with a variety of spells and abilities.
- Cleric: A healer and support character with a variety of spells and abilities.
The game also features a variety of races to choose from, including humans, elves, dwarves, and halflings. Each race has its own unique bonuses and penalties.
Players can customize their characters’ appearance, stats, and abilities. They can also choose from a variety of weapons, armor, and other items.
The game’s combat is real-time with pause. Players can control their characters directly or use the game’s AI to control them. The combat is fast-paced and challenging, and players must use a variety of tactics to succeed.
In addition to combat, the game also features a variety of puzzles and quests. The puzzles are often environmental, and require players to use their wits to solve them. The quests are more traditional, and involve talking to NPCs, completing tasks, and fighting monsters.
Story
Sword Coast Legends: Rage of Demons is set in the Forgotten Realms campaign setting. The game’s story begins in the city of Neverwinter, which is under attack by a horde of demons. The player characters are tasked with investigating the source of the demon invasion and stopping it.
The game’s story is well-written and engaging. The characters are well-developed and the plot is full of twists and turns. The game also features a number of memorable set pieces, such as the siege of Neverwinter and the battle against the demon lord Baphomet.
Graphics and sound
Sword Coast Legends: Rage of Demons features beautiful graphics and sound. The game’s environments are detailed and atmospheric, and the character models are well-animated. The game’s soundtrack is also excellent, and it helps to create a sense of immersion.
Overall
Sword Coast Legends: Rage of Demons is a fun and challenging dungeon crawler that is perfect for fans of Dungeons & Dragons. The game features a great story, a variety of characters to play as, and plenty of loot to collect. I highly recommend it.
Score: 8/10
Review Score
7.5/10
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