Greedfall (PS4) - PlayStation 4

I've been really wanting a good RPG to sink my teeth into, and this more than delivered. I pre-ordered this largely because I like supporting smaller game developers, and I am very happy that I did.A lot of reviewers compare the gameplay to The Witcher, or Dragon Age, and they're not wrong. You control one main character, and you can use a strategic pause to stop combat and deliver commands. But the pause here feels more organic to me, personally. Going from sword to gun to trap feels really seemless.Where Greedfall really shine though is the quest system. I don't really have the slightest idea what is happening in the main story. I helped get my cousin into some position on the island, and he gave me some tasks that he wants me to do, but... he can wait, right? He's a lord! It's not like he's wanting for anything. I'm on an island full of people who need things done, and I'm just crazy enough to do them. So far, I've interrupted a crooked guard ring from extorting merchants, stopped a group of guards who apparently beat a new recruit to death, and preventing three guards from harassing a native... starting to see a pattern here... what is my cousin doing up there?Of those three examples, I want you, the reader, to notice something; no fetch quests! I've yet to encounter a quest where they say "Kill 10 bears, bring me their coats for some reason that will never become clear, and you may earn the title of Bear Slayer, which is totally useless!" Every quest that I've done so far has some kind of political intrigue, and your choices absolutely matter. Are you a jerk? Expect people to let you know you're a jerk. Are you too nice? Expect to see some bandits trying to take advantage of that. Are you gay? I've yet to see anyone treat anyone any different in this game because of their orientation (which is great), but I more wanted to run home the fact that you can be in Greedfall (and real life; it's 2019).The long and short of it is; I am thoroughly enjoying this game. The only real things someone could complain about, I guess, is the graphics sometimes seem a bit week. A cape might float through a wall or something, or someone's teeth in a dialogue cut scene might seem strange. But, hey, I grew up in the age of 16 bit RPGs. A cape floating through a wall is not a big deal to me.Short answer: if you're in need of a good RPG, get this game

As a long-time fan of RPGs, I couldn't resist the call of Greedfall. And let me tell you, this game does not disappoint. From the moment I booted it up, I was completely immersed in the game's world, which is equal parts beautiful and dangerous.The story follows De Sardet, a diplomatic representative who must navigate the politics and dangers of a mysterious island, Teer Fradee, in order to find a cure for a deadly disease plaguing their homeland. Along the way, you'll meet fascinating characters, explore stunning environments, and fight a wide range of foes.One of the things that really sets Greedfall apart from other RPGs is its unique setting. The game's world draws inspiration from 17th-century Europe, but with a twist. You'll encounter magic, strange creatures, and a complex web of politics that makes every decision feel weighty.The game's combat is also top-notch. You'll have a variety of weapons and abilities at your disposal, and each encounter requires careful planning and execution. But what really sets the combat apart is the way it blends seamlessly with the game's story. Every battle feels like a natural extension of the game's narrative, rather than a separate system tacked on for the sake of gameplay.The graphics and sound design in Greedfall are also worth mentioning. The game's environments are breathtaking, and the attention to detail is impressive. The voice acting is also excellent, and the game's soundtrack perfectly captures the mood of each scene.All in all, Greedfall is a truly captivating adventure that I would recommend to any fan of RPGs. It's a rare gem that manages to be both familiar and fresh, and it's definitely one of the best games I've played in recent memory.

I have played all of the other games created by Spiders studio. Each game the studio is able to build and improve in both writing, voice over, and technical issues. This game is by far their best work yet. This game isn't free of flaws as there are some technical flaws in the game but the overall story and combat is better than current AAA RPG titles out with bigger budgets. Given this game smaller budget it is nice to see this studio was able to deliver such a master piece.I won't ruin it by going into the details of the game for others but I truly have enjoyed Greedfall and have completed the story many times now and plan to complete more play throughs. The last RPG that captivated me for this long was Bioware at its prime with Mass Effect 2 and Dragon Age:Origins. Since those games have launched I have not found any other game to replay over and over like I am with Greedfall.Hopefully Spider will be able to create another master piece in a few years.