Dungeons & Dragons: Ravenloft Series

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In the Dungeons & Dragons: Ravenloft Series, players explore a sprawling gothic world filled with horrors and challenges. The game is a faithful adaptation of the classic tabletop RPG, with a focus on strategy, character development, and puzzle-solving. Players must navigate treacherous landscapes, battle supernatural foes, and uncover the dark secrets of the land of Barovia.

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Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

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76%

Audience ScoreBased on 29 reviews

music4 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game offers a nostalgic experience for fans of classic dungeon crawlers, with engaging storytelling and atmospheric music that enhances the Gothic setting.
The inclusion of an automap feature and various quality of life updates makes navigation and exploration more manageable, despite the game's age.
The character creation process is unique and interesting, and the variety of NPC companions adds depth to the gameplay.

The combat system is clunky and can be frustrating, with level-draining enemies and a lack of effective spellcasting options leading to tedious gameplay.
The user interface is outdated and can be confusing, making it difficult for new players to navigate and enjoy the game fully.
Game-breaking bugs and crashes have been reported, which can significantly detract from the overall experience and enjoyment of the game.

music
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is generally well-received, with a notable atmospheric quality that enhances the overall experience, particularly during key moments like encounters with treants. However, some players find the random screams and growls outside of these moments annoying, and the audio mixing can sometimes overshadow character dialogue. Overall, the diverse soundtrack, totaling around four hours, contributes significantly to the game's immersive storytelling and spooky ambiance.
- “Another highlight is the music; there is a lot of it, totaling about 4 hours.”
- “The music and atmosphere are on point and fit the game well.”
- “Add to that the spooky atmospheres enhanced by the great music and the immersive storytelling, and you've got two incredible experiences waiting ahead.”
- “This is made worse by the default audio mixing since sometimes it can be difficult to hear characters speak over the music.”
- “I relaxed for 5 minutes to this music long enough to realize that I was going to be okay.”
story
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story of Strahd's Possession is set in the gothic environment of Barovia, featuring themes of undead and werewolves. While the visuals and music enhance the spooky atmosphere, the narrative itself is criticized for being somewhat uninteresting, primarily revolving around collecting quest items in dungeons. Overall, it offers an immersive experience but lacks depth in its storytelling.
- “Interesting story and visuals given the release date.”
- “Add to that the spooky atmospheres enhanced by the great music and the immersive storytelling, and you've got two incredible experiences waiting ahead.”
- “But the story wasn't that interesting and it just involved getting some quest items in a dungeon, going to the next one and praying that you have the correct item with you.”
- “Strahd's possession takes place in Barovia and involves a plot with undead, werewolves, and a generally gothic environment.”
- “You rush after, swearing to not return until your quest is completed.”
gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay builds upon the foundation established by Menzoberranzan, enhancing graphics, mechanics, and overall experience, though some users note that the core gameplay elements remain largely unchanged.
- “It takes Menzoberranzan's graphics, gameplay, and mechanics, and improves upon everything.”
- “Regarding gameplay, it hasn't changed much.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere in the game is highly praised for its effective use of dungeon synth music, which enhances the gothic and Egyptian themes. Reviewers note that the combination of immersive storytelling and spooky soundscapes creates a compelling and engaging experience.
- “All of it is dungeon synth, and it ends up working really well to enhance the gothic or Egyptian atmosphere that the game is going for.”
- “The music and atmosphere are on point and fit the game well.”
- “Add to that the spooky atmospheres enhanced by the great music and the immersive storytelling, and you've got two incredible experiences waiting ahead.”
- “The atmosphere feels flat and uninspired, lacking the depth needed to immerse players in the game world.”
- “Despite the game's setting, the atmosphere fails to evoke any real sense of tension or excitement.”
- “The ambient sounds are repetitive and dull, which detracts from the overall experience and makes the atmosphere feel lifeless.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are generally well-received, with improvements noted over previous titles like Menzoberranzan, enhancing both visuals and gameplay mechanics. While some players express a desire for a graphic upgrade and achievements, the overall quality of life improvements have left them satisfied with their purchase.
- “It takes Menzoberranzan's graphics, gameplay, and mechanics, and improves upon everything.”
- “Interesting story and visuals given the release date.”
- “I would have loved to get a graphic upgrade and achievements, but the games are good enough with the quality of life improvements they added that I am still happy with my purchase, especially the original Pool of Radiance, Curse of the Azure Bonds, and Eye of the Beholder series.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the Ravenloft series enjoyable overall, but note that the grinding aspect, particularly in combat, can become tedious and detract from the experience.
- “The Ravenloft series is good but has a few issues that can make it tedious.”
- “Combat is also where we get into the more tedious details of the game.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, users report that the games are well-optimized, running smoothly without any stuttering or crashing issues.