This is an mediocre and disappointing title.I'm a big fan of co-op play with the Baulder's Gate and Champions of Norrath series...this game is in that hack-n-slash, half-RPG and half-adventure game mode, but it leaves alot to be desired for a "next-gen" game.The game feels like it was originally designed for PS2 and at some point in production was deemed to be needed as a PS3 launch title.At the very least, its feels like it was rushed to launch either way.The graphics aren't bad, but in many parts on polished....some elements even look like they belong on PS2, which isn't good. But I could live with that if the gameplay was near the Baulder's or Champions level.It isn't.It is competent as a hack n' slash, but something is missing.Again, this isn't a bad game, just mediocre.
With co-op play, the game also has camera issues.Background elements like trees get in the way of seeing what is going on, and sometimes the camera doesn't follow well and you can get misdirected from the important acttion.It feels like the entire game was designed for a 1 player mode, where these issues largely cease to exist as the game is behind your character and lock to him/her.That is a problem as many who buy games like this do so to have a great multiplayer experience with friends.
I'm not upset that I bought this game, I just wished I had waited a while and bought it used.If you are a Baulder's/Champion fan or like hack n' slash RPGs, give this game a try after its used price drops below the $30 range.But don't get your hopes too high.
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