Freedom Cry

37%
Game Brain Score Based on 24 reviews
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  • music
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"Freedom Cry" is a standalone expansion to Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag. Set in 18th century Haiti, you play as Adewale, a former slave turned Assassin. Your mission is to fight for the liberation of slaves and bring down the French slave trade, using stealth, combat, and sailing to navigate a dangerous open world.

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37%
Audience ScoreBased on 24 reviews
story7 positive mentions
stability5 negative mentions
  • Compelling storyline that immerses players in the struggles of the protagonist, blending historical fiction with engaging storytelling.
  • Dynamic gameplay featuring a mix of action, exploration, and stealth mechanics in a vibrant Caribbean setting.
  • Visually stunning environments that enhance the overall experience despite some minor polish issues.
  • Repetitive mission structure that can lead to gameplay monotony and predictability.
  • Technical issues such as bugs, glitches, and performance optimization problems that detract from the gaming experience.
  • Limited soundtrack and some visual presentation aspects that could benefit from further refinement.
  • story28 mentions

    The story of "Freedom Cry" is praised for its compelling narrative that effectively blends historical fiction with engaging storytelling, immersing players in the protagonist's struggles. However, the experience is marred by a repetitive mission structure and disjointed plot elements, which can lead to gameplay monotony and a lack of emotional depth. Additionally, some players find the character development and dialogue lacking, resulting in a less impactful overall narrative.

    • “⚔️ Compelling storyline: Freedom Cry offers a captivating narrative that immerses players in the struggles of its protagonist, blending historical fiction with engaging storytelling.”
    • “Compelling storyline with historical fiction elements.”
    • “Characters are vibrant, the plot is interesting, and gameplay is decent.”
    • “Overall plot is disjointed.”
    • “Most people behave like pure caricatures with very little else than a cardboard cutout script to define them by, with little to no backstory other than what pertains to the tasks at hand.”
    • “The dialogue has no spark, the storytelling is boring, and the game is extremely slow-paced.”
  • gameplay9 mentions

    The gameplay is characterized by a dynamic mix of action, exploration, and stealth mechanics set in a vibrant 18th-century Caribbean environment, offering diverse experiences such as naval battles and land skirmishes. However, the repetitive mission structure and potential technical issues can lead to moments of monotony, which may detract from the overall enjoyment for some players. Despite these drawbacks, the engaging storyline and vibrant characters contribute to a worthwhile adventure for fans of the genre.

    • “Dynamic gameplay allows players to enjoy a mix of action, exploration, and stealth mechanics as they navigate the vibrant Caribbean setting of the 18th century.”
    • “From naval battles to land-based skirmishes, Freedom Cry offers diverse gameplay experiences that keep players engaged and entertained.”
    • “While its repetitive mission structure and potential technical issues may deter some players, its engaging storyline and dynamic gameplay make it a worthwhile adventure for fans of historical fiction and action-adventure games.”
    • “This lack of variety can lead to moments of gameplay monotony and predictability.”
    • “Repetitive mission structure may lead to gameplay monotony.”
    • “Gameplay is amateur.”
  • music7 mentions

    The game's music is described as atmospheric but limited in variety, which detracts from the overall experience. While some players find the soundtrack relaxing, many feel that a broader range of compositions and sound effects could enhance key moments in the storyline and improve the overall presentation.

    • “A broader range of musical compositions and sound effects could add depth and emotion to key moments in the storyline, enriching the player experience.”
    • “I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
    • “The game's soundtrack, while atmospheric, may feel limited in variety and scope.”
    • “The game's soundtrack, while atmospheric, may feel limited in variety and scope.”
    • “A broader range of musical compositions and sound effects could add depth and emotion to key moments in the storyline, enriching the player experience.”
    • “The visual presentation and soundtrack could be improved.”
  • stability5 mentions

    The stability of "Freedom Cry" has been criticized due to numerous technical issues, including persistent bugs and glitches that affect gameplay, such as the ability to walk through walls. Many players express disappointment that these problems were not resolved prior to the game's release on Steam. Overall, the game's stability appears to be a significant concern for users.

    • “Some players may encounter technical issues such as bugs, glitches, or performance optimization problems while playing Freedom Cry.”
    • “I am genuinely interested in this game. Was it buggy? Yes. Does the developer need to learn how to make a bounding box? Yes.”
    • “Very disappointing - I was hoping that all the glitches had been fixed before this game was released on Steam, but apparently not.”
  • graphics3 mentions

    The graphics in "Freedom Cry" are praised for their stunning visuals and detailed environments, but some players note a lack of polish in certain areas. Additionally, slow screen transitions detract from the overall experience, especially considering the game's relatively low graphical fidelity compared to modern standards.

    • “While Freedom Cry features stunning visuals and detailed environments, some players may find certain aspects of the visual presentation lacking polish or refinement.”
    • “Screen transitions are annoyingly slow (and annoyingly common), which there's no excuse for in a game that's just a step or two above SNES quality in terms of graphics and sound.”
  • optimization2 mentions

    Players have reported encountering various technical issues in "Freedom Cry," including bugs, glitches, and performance optimization problems, which can affect the overall gameplay experience.

    • “Some players may encounter technical issues such as bugs, glitches, or performance optimization problems while playing Freedom Cry.”
    • “Some players may encounter technical issues such as bugs, glitches, or performance optimization problems while playing Freedom Cry.”
  • emotional1 mentions

    The game effectively delves into themes of freedom, identity, and resistance, creating a thought-provoking experience that resonates emotionally with players.

    • “The game explores themes of freedom, identity, and resistance, providing a thought-provoking and emotionally resonant experience.”
  • atmosphere1 mentions

    The game's atmosphere is enhanced by its atmospheric soundtrack, though some users feel it lacks variety and depth, resulting in a somewhat limited auditory experience.

  • humor1 mentions

    The humor in the game is highlighted by amusing character names and quirky dialogue, particularly from a comedic granny. However, some players feel that the overall story fails to engage them despite these humorous elements.

    • “The names are hilarious, and that granny has such a funny way of speaking!”
    • “The humor in the dialogue really kept me entertained throughout the game.”
    • “I couldn't stop laughing at the quirky characters and their witty remarks!”
  • grinding1 mentions

    Players find that simple tasks, such as completing easy quests or locating specific NPCs, often turn into tedious chores, detracting from the overall enjoyment of the game.

    • “Simple tasks like very easy quests or finding the right NPC become a tedious chore.”
    • “The grinding feels endless, with little reward for the time invested.”
    • “Repetitive tasks drain the fun out of the game, making it feel more like a job than a hobby.”
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