Black Desert Online: Explorer's Package

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"Black Desert Online: Explorer's Package" is a sandbox-oriented massively multiplayer online role-playing game that offers a variety of character customization options and features a robust combat system. The Explorer's Package includes the base game, a pet, and various in-game items to help players get started on their journey. The game is known for its in-depth life skills system, which allows players to engage in activities such as farming, fishing, trading, and housing.

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81%

Audience ScoreBased on 81 reviews

graphics3 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game offers a variety of items and bonuses that are particularly beneficial for new players, making it a great starting point.
The combat system is intuitive and fluid, enhancing the overall gameplay experience and making grinding enjoyable.
The package provides significant value, especially when on sale, as it includes useful items like pets and inventory expansions.

Many players have reported issues with redeeming the package items, leading to frustration and confusion.
The game can feel overwhelming and complicated, with a steep learning curve that may deter some players.
There are concerns about the game's balance and the prevalence of pay-to-win elements, which can affect the overall enjoyment.

gameplay
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is generally considered casual and not very challenging, often feeling automated rather than engaging. While it caters well to players seeking a laid-back experience, it may not satisfy those looking for a more demanding challenge. Additionally, there are numerous purchasable items available early in the game.
- “I personally love it, because I would ignore the story and focus on the gameplay anyway.”
- “Depends on the type of gameplay you are looking for.”
- “For casual gameplay, it's definitely for you!”
- “Comes with many things that you may be inclined to buy during your first month or two of gameplay.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's graphics are generally praised for their quality, with users noting they are visually appealing and enhance the experience. However, some players have reported bugs that detract from the overall presentation. Overall, the graphics contribute positively to the gameplay, particularly in immersive environments like Black Desert.
- “The game has a cool storyline, and the graphics are nice.”
- “Black Desert is a visually impressive game and fun to play; you can harvest wood, gather herbs, skin animals, and craft many goods.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's storyline is considered cool but not essential, as many players feel they can skip it without missing out on the experience. The focus for most is on the engaging fighting system, which is highlighted as the standout feature of the game.
- “It has a cool storyline, and the graphics are nice.”
- “I personally love it, because I would ignore the story and focus on the gameplay anyways.”
- “The story feels disjointed and lacks coherence, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “Character development is shallow, leaving me with little emotional investment in their journeys.”
- “The plot twists are predictable and fail to deliver any real surprises.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
Reviews on grinding highlight a mixed experience; while some players enjoy the intuitive and fluid mechanics that make battling monsters and bosses engaging, others express frustration with rampant hacking that undermines the integrity of the grind, as it allows cheaters to farm resources without consequence.
- “People speed hack like flies, and the mods don't even care because you see those hackers still farming for months.”
- “Grinding feels tedious and repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged with the game.”
- “The grind is so excessive that it overshadows the enjoyment of the game's story and mechanics.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game features appealing graphics; however, players have reported experiencing several bugs, indicating stability issues.
- “The game has some nice graphics, but it seems a little buggy.”
- “I frequently encounter crashes that disrupt my gameplay experience.”
- “There are too many glitches that make it hard to enjoy the game.”