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Conan Exiles

Step into the Hyborian Age with Funcom’s surprising take on the survival genre.
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79% User Score Based on 69,198 reviews
Critic Score 54%Based on 34 reviews

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Conan Exiles is a single player and multiplayer open world role playing game with a fantasy theme. It was developed by Funcom and was released on May 27, 2021. It received neutral reviews from critics and mostly positive reviews from players.

Conan Exiles is an online multiplayer survival game set in the lands of Conan the Barbarian. Enter a vast, open-world sandbox and play together with friends and strangers as you build your own home or even a shared city. Survive freezing cold temperatures, explore loot-filled dungeons, develop your character from a lowly peasant to a mighty barbarian, and fight to dominate your enemies in epic sie…

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79%
Audience ScoreBased on 69,198 reviews
gameplay2k positive mentions
stability3.9k negative mentions
  • gameplay
    6,206 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay of *Conan Exiles* is characterized by a mix of engaging survival mechanics, robust building systems, and a variety of combat options, drawing comparisons to other survival games like *Ark* and *Rust*. While many players appreciate the depth of crafting and the unique thrall system, they also note significant issues such as bugs, clunky combat mechanics, and a lack of polish that can detract from the overall experience. Despite these drawbacks, the game offers a rich environment for exploration and creativity, making it enjoyable, especially in multiplayer settings.

    • “I love the construction mechanics in this game, one of the best survival games for creating houses, castles, or whatever you dream up.”
    • “The combination of survival mechanics, building, crafting, combat, and exploration creates a rich and immersive experience.”
    • “Conan Exiles is a fantastic survival game that offers deep and rewarding gameplay.”
    • “Dodge, one of the more important mechanics in the game, is useless and only works 1% of the time.”
    • “This game is not worth your time or money; quality of life sucks, it's janky and buggy, fighting mechanics are simplistic at best and glitchy and unplayable at worst.”
    • “The mechanics and UI are ugly and look as though an intern has just edited the borders around the old system rather than designing a new one.”
  • graphics
    4,262 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics in "Conan Exiles" are generally praised for their stunning visuals and detailed environments, showcasing the capabilities of the Unreal Engine 4. Many players appreciate the aesthetic appeal, with beautiful landscapes and character models, although some report issues with performance and graphical glitches. While the graphics are often described as impressive, there are mixed opinions regarding their optimization and consistency, with some players experiencing lag and bugs that detract from the overall experience.

    • “The graphics are very nice and use the Unreal 4 engine.”
    • “The graphics are stunning, the world is large and filled with interesting things to explore.”
    • “Conan Exiles is an absolute gem of a game that seamlessly blends stunning visuals, engaging gameplay, and a richly detailed world that truly immerses players into a savage and thrilling survival experience.”
    • “Epic world-building, artwork and presentation ruined by Funcom's apparent inability to ever create a game client and server that work together.”
    • “If they could at least fix the grainy and crappy graphics even on max settings and the miserable rubber-banding then I could at least give the game a solid shot and probably play it for several hundred hours.”
    • “The graphics are a bit dated and the animations a tad janky but all of that doesn't matter cuz the game be good.”
  • stability
    4,104 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The stability of "Conan Exiles" has been a significant point of contention among players, with many reviews highlighting its persistent bugs and glitches. While some players find the game enjoyable despite these issues, others describe it as a "buggy mess" that can make gameplay frustrating and unplayable at times. Frequent crashes, inventory glitches, and AI pathing problems are commonly reported, leading to a general consensus that the game still requires substantial optimization and bug fixes to reach its full potential.

    • “The game runs great, and most the bugs are gone and it's actually a playable game now.”
    • “Simply runs great and continued updates keep me coming back for the grind.”
    • “My experience has been virtually bug free.”
    • “I absolutely do not recommend getting the game in this state, I'm usually pretty good at troubleshooting but this game is fubar.”
    • “The glitches have made this game unplayable.”
    • “This game is a buggy mess that would rather crank out new dlcs to pile new crap on top of old crap, rather than spend development cycles polishing the core game.”
  • story
    3,760 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story in "Conan Exiles" is often described as minimal and fragmented, with many players noting that it lacks a clear, linear narrative or structured quests. While there are elements of lore scattered throughout the game, such as journals and environmental storytelling, players must actively seek these out to piece together the overarching plot. Some enjoy the freedom to create their own stories within the sandbox environment, but many express a desire for more guided content, NPC interactions, and a cohesive storyline to enhance the gameplay experience. Overall, the game is seen as a fun survival experience, but its storytelling aspects are considered underdeveloped.

    • “Conan is a fun game with a great story line.”
    • “The world is rich with lore, and the game’s sandbox nature allows for emergent storytelling.”
    • “The story and lore hidden within the game contribute to the immersive experience.”
    • “The big minus of the game is lack of story.”
    • “This game has a laughably horrendous story that it makes you wonder if the devs half-assed that as much as they did the building system which was recently overhauled to make it 100 times worse than it already was.”
    • “There's no actual story presented, you are just expected to level up so maybe you can go to another place where you're supposed to do something about your bracelet and passing through the ghost pillars, which will probably involve killing dozens of bosses to get some item together.”
  • grinding
    2,366 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The grinding aspect of "Conan Exiles" is a significant point of contention among players, with many describing it as excessively tedious and time-consuming. While some enjoy the grind as part of the survival experience, appreciating the sense of accomplishment that comes from resource gathering and crafting, others find it overwhelming and frustrating, particularly in solo play. The game's mechanics often require players to invest substantial time in farming materials, leading to a repetitive gameplay loop that can detract from the overall enjoyment.

    • “Building is easily done, resource harvesting is not too tedious, and crafting is made very easy to do.”
    • “The game's not grindy and has a huge upcoming player base.”
    • “There's a lot of different armor and weapon sets, progression is pretty steady and not too grindy.”
    • “Every single action takes lots of grinding, and way too many different crafting stations required just to make 1 piece of equipment.”
    • “The game is endlessly grinding and farming for a few minutes of fun and/or reward for your effort.”
    • “The crafting and thrall management system is way too tedious for me to enjoy, and if you aren't playing on a private server with 10x resource and crafting speed modifications be prepared to waste dozens of hours on gathering and waiting on things to finish crafting.”
  • optimization
    1,666 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The optimization of "Conan Exiles" has received mixed feedback from players. While some users report significant improvements and commend the game for being more optimized than similar titles like "Ark," many others highlight persistent issues such as stuttering, lag, and poor server performance, particularly in populated areas. Overall, while there are moments of smooth gameplay, the game still requires further optimization to enhance the experience for a broader range of hardware configurations.

    • “Beautiful, well optimized, remarkably stable, very fun combat.”
    • “Great game, lots to do and fairly well optimized.”
    • “This is hands down one of the best optimized, running, and looking survival games on PC, I would know cause I follow and support/back damn near everyone that comes into EA that looks like it has potential.”
    • “This game is poorly optimized to the point of unplayability.”
    • “The optimization is terrible.”
    • “The game is a stuttering, unoptimized mess that still has 80% of the bugs that plagued it back in its beta days.”
  • music
    774 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game has received widespread acclaim, with many players praising its immersive quality and ability to evoke nostalgia for the original Conan films. The soundtrack, which features a mix of orchestral pieces and world music influences, enhances the game's atmosphere, although some players noted that it can become repetitive over extended play sessions. Overall, the music is considered a standout feature, contributing significantly to the game's appeal and immersion.

    • “The music is amazing as usual (Age of Conan had one of the best soundtracks) and sounds like Basil from the old Conan movies did it himself!”
    • “The atmosphere, music, visual design are all very fitting for the Conan setting and bring up nostalgia for the Arnie movies.”
    • “The soundtrack ranges from awe-inspiring to haunting and moody with tons of influence taken from the 1980’s Arnold film.”
    • “The bland music (except the main menu theme) adds nothing to the game experience.”
    • “I've had to turn off the music as whenever I load into the game I hear that same soundtrack over...and over.... and over.... and over... that it is doing my head in.”
    • “Do you want to hear the same Middle Eastern flavored music over and over again?”
  • monetization
    595 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The monetization model of the game has drawn significant criticism from players, who describe it as aggressive, predatory, and a blatant cash grab. Many reviews highlight the introduction of microtransactions and a battle pass system, which were not present at launch, as detrimental to the overall experience, overshadowing gameplay with constant advertisements and in-game purchases. Players express frustration over the shift from a previously straightforward DLC model to a monetization strategy that prioritizes profit over player satisfaction and game quality.

    • “The recent change in monetization is a bit questionable, but it also allows them to produce more free content so I can't be angry.”
    • “It's a great game, but this new attempt at monetization is a massive downgrade for players.”
    • “The monetization can go fuck itself - what like 12 DLCs and a battle pass?”
    • “Overall the gameplay still is good, but you can tell they are not focused on this game except for monetization and it is showing hard.”
    • “The way they have set up monetization recently is very distinctly designed to milk you of your money in the most scummy way possible.”
  • humor
    490 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is often derived from its numerous bugs and glitches, which players find more amusing than frustrating, especially when playing with friends. Many reviews highlight the comedic elements of character customization, such as exaggerated genital physics and absurd situations that arise during gameplay, contributing to a lighthearted and entertaining experience. While some players express that the humor can become repetitive or overshadowed by gameplay issues, the overall consensus is that the game offers plenty of laugh-out-loud moments, particularly in multiplayer settings.

    • “This game is so funny, amazing and chill man.”
    • “The most fun game I've ever played despite the funny glitches that it currently has.”
    • “If you can bear with some of this game's shortcomings, it'll reward you tremendously with some truly epic, hilarious, and devastating moments.”
    • “So many bugs in combat, not funny.”
    • “Also, there are other items you can only get from the bazaar and they are rotated so slowly it's not funny.”
    • “This is definitely not funny and frustrating when you can't join the server where you start playing.”
  • atmosphere
    461 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere of "Conan Exiles" is widely praised for its immersive and richly detailed environments that effectively capture the essence of the Conan universe, blending dark fantasy elements with a sense of exploration and survival. Players appreciate the game's stunning visuals, atmospheric sound design, and the nostalgic connection to the original Conan lore, although some note that certain gameplay mechanics can detract from the overall experience. Despite its bugs and mechanical issues, the game's atmosphere remains a significant draw, making it a compelling choice for fans of the genre.

    • “The atmosphere, music, and visual design are all very fitting for the Conan setting and bring up nostalgia for the Arnie movies.”
    • “The attention to detail in the environments and the atmospheric lighting create a sense of realism and make every location feel unique and captivating.”
    • “The atmosphere is dark and full of mystery, which encourages exploration.”
    • “The game has a trash (rust/dayz like) quality in terms of visual, audio, animation, player control etc. many devs do not understand that a big part of survival is atmosphere and immersion.”
    • “The atmosphere in some of them (looking at you wine cellar and warmaker's sanctuary) actually made me need a break, it was just too dark.”
    • “I played 80 hours until now and I can honestly say I can keep playing even for those disadvantages but the atmosphere was terrible.”
  • replayability
    254 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, "Conan Exiles" is praised for its high replayability, largely attributed to its extensive modding community and ongoing content updates, which enhance gameplay variety and longevity. While some players find the base game repetitive without mods, many enjoy the freedom of exploration, character customization, and multiplayer interactions that contribute to its replay value. However, a few reviews express concerns about the lack of randomized content and the need for more engaging endgame activities to sustain long-term interest.

    • “The multiplayer modes add longevity and replayability to the game, providing opportunities for collaboration and competition with other players.”
    • “Immensely replayable sandbox survival game... just the fact that the game designers are still coming out with major updates and content says this game is going to be around for a while.”
    • “The game has some decent replay value, pretty talented modding community and pointy sticks (useful for jabbing your friends, enemies, and frenemies).”
    • “So there's not much replayability unless you just want to try an even harder difficulty.”
    • “I've looked into the DLC for the game and apart from the DLC which adds a new map, I don't see any replay value as they're essentially just building skins and new armor on par with other high-end armor. If you buy a DLC and replay the game, nothing has changed except you and your building looks different.”
    • “Conan feels empty; it currently lacks replayability unless you're playing roleplay because there's a lack of things to do aside from grind resources.”
  • emotional
    100 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players express a wide range of emotions while engaging with the game, from joy and adventure to frustration and heartbreak. Many highlight the emotional weight of losing progress or beloved in-game companions, while others appreciate the game's atmosphere and the developers' efforts to create a fulfilling experience. However, persistent bugs and issues often lead to disappointment, overshadowing the emotional highs with feelings of sadness and frustration.

    • “The amount of progress one can lose without being able to prevent it is simply heartbreaking.”
    • “The farther you get in the game, the more heartbreaking it is when you are unable to retrieve your corpse.”
    • “What I keep returning to is the atmosphere; emotionally, they pretty much manage to hit the mark completely, everything from the winds blowing through your clothes and hair, swaying the trees and plant life, to the wildlife, to the sounds and the music itself, potent with substance and just great.”
  • character development
    62 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Character development in the game is a mixed bag, with some players praising its depth and RPG elements, while others criticize it for being linear and lacking complexity. The character design is generally well-received, offering good customization options, though some feel it could benefit from more diversity and depth. Overall, while the game provides a solid foundation for character development, many players express a desire for more intricate systems and side quests to enhance the experience.

    • “As someone who enjoys not just the mechanical aspects of a game but also the storytelling and character development opportunities it can offer, I have found 'Conan Exiles' to be a treasure trove for roleplaying enthusiasts like myself.”
    • “Absolutely everything I have ever wanted in a game in every aspect: open world, comprehensive character development, rags to riches survival (from literal rags to construction of massive strongholds which you can fill with thralls under your command), freedom of interaction (possibility to loot players and their possessions at all times in PvP servers, dramatically enhancing the intensity of the survival experience) and awesome combat, among many other features.”
    • “Strong RPG elements in character development as well as differing biomes and creature diversity is something to cheer for, as well as the epic/boss monsters and dungeons.”
    • “One thing I always disliked about Funcom was how amazing their worlds looked, and how horrible their character design was.”
    • “You are just walking (forget mounts) around and gathering stuff and building a few bases, which you can make really big (well woopie ffing doo man) and all this you can do looking a little bit like Conan (if you want of course...and of course that's what you want :) ) and that's the whole game, really there is nothing else... no progression, no character development, no excitement, nada, nope, nothing!”
    • “Character development - not particularly complex and all characters have to follow the same paths (religions offer some small differences between them, but my knowledge of this aspect is not comprehensive enough to offer anything other than that).”
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Conan Exiles is a open world role playing game with fantasy theme.

Conan Exiles is available on Xbox Series X|S, PC, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4 and others.

The main story can be completed in around 39 hours, while the entire game is estimated to take about 124 hours to finish. On average players spend around 389 hours playing Conan Exiles.

Conan Exiles was released on May 27, 2021.

Conan Exiles was developed by Funcom.

Conan Exiles has received neutral reviews from players and neutral reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its gameplay but disliked it for its stability.

Conan Exiles is a single player game with multiplayer and local co-op support.

Similar games include Dark and Light, Citadel: Forged with Fire, Myth of Empires, Gloria Victis, The Front and others.