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Game of Thrones

Game of Thrones is a distinctly average affair plagued by poor visuals and monotonous combat.
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68% User Score Based on 2,626 reviews
Critic Score 54%Based on 4 reviews

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"Game of Thrones" is an action RPG video game based on the popular book and TV series. Players control multiple characters as they navigate the political intrigue and violent conflicts of the Seven Kingdoms. Decisions made throughout the game can have lasting consequences, affecting character relationships and the story's outcome.

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68%
Audience ScoreBased on 2,626 reviews
story1.2k positive mentions
gameplay184 negative mentions
  • The story is compelling and well-written, with many unexpected twists and turns that keep players engaged.
  • The game features familiar characters and locations from the Game of Thrones universe, enhancing the immersion for fans.
  • The ability to make choices that affect the narrative adds depth to the gameplay experience.
  • The combat system is clunky and repetitive, often feeling tedious and unengaging.
  • Graphics are outdated and can be buggy, detracting from the overall experience.
  • Voice acting quality varies significantly, with many characters delivering lines in a flat and uninspired manner.
  • story
    2,870 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story of "Game of Thrones: The Role-Playing Game" is widely praised as its strongest aspect, featuring a rich narrative filled with political intrigue, unexpected twists, and character depth that resonates with fans of the series. Players appreciate the dual perspectives of the two main characters, Mors and Alester, which intertwine throughout the game, enhancing the overall experience. However, many reviews note that while the story is compelling, the gameplay mechanics, graphics, and voice acting often detract from the immersion, making it a title best suited for those prioritizing narrative over gameplay.

    • “The story is fantastic, fits in beautifully with what would have been going on in the show/books and captures all the same twists and emotional triggering that the franchise is so well loved for.”
    • “The story is the best part of this game.”
    • “The story is so gripping, there's so many twists and heartbreaking moments just as you would expect in Game of Thrones.”
    • “The story is very drawn out and exceedingly long dialogue is discouraging from the actual gameplay.”
    • “It's a shame, because so much effort went into the story, the characters, and the RPG elements, but it falls flat unless you drag yourself through the first couple chapters.”
    • “The gameplay is pretty bad, controls are worse if you're trying to play with a controller like I am, and the story crawls because they considered people that haven't seen the show.”
  • gameplay
    816 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay of the Game of Thrones video game has received mixed reviews, with many players finding it clunky and reminiscent of older RPGs like Dragon Age: Origins. While some appreciate the story and character development, they often criticize the combat mechanics as simplistic and unpolished, leading to a frustrating experience. Overall, the game is seen as more enjoyable for fans of the series who prioritize narrative over gameplay quality.

    • “The gameplay in Game of Thrones successfully blends traditional RPG elements with the nuanced decision-making crucial to the series.”
    • “Gameplay is a strength with robust customization options and choices that make a huge difference.”
    • “The fighting mechanic is unique and while it has a bit of a learning curve, it's actually really fun and easy to use (once you get the hang of it).”
    • “Gameplay sucks and honestly ruins the game for me and makes it boring.”
    • “This game is unplayable, camera doesn't work even fixing, and the fighting gameplay is crap.”
    • “The gameplay is terrible, the story doesn't really matter in the grand story of a song of ice and fire and the graphics are just not up to date on any current standards.”
  • graphics
    761 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game have received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with many reviewers describing them as outdated, poorly optimized, and often glitchy. While some players appreciate the atmosphere and art style that reflects the Game of Thrones universe, the overall consensus is that the visuals fall short of modern standards, detracting from the gaming experience. Despite these shortcomings, some players argue that the engaging story and lore can compensate for the lackluster graphics.

    • “While not pushing the boundaries of cutting-edge graphics anymore, Game of Thrones features a visually impressive representation of Westeros.”
    • “While the graphics aren't very special, they serve their purpose and create a lot of atmosphere that fits right in the Game of Thrones universe, and the armor sets look at times terrific!”
    • “The graphics are nice and the music fits perfectly.”
    • “Graphics are really ugly even for a 10-year-old game, bad textures, crap animations (everyone is overly agitated in dialogues and stiff outside of them).”
    • “The graphics are laughable compared to 1995 Doom.”
    • “The graphics are terrible (is that a beard or a grey brick pasted to your face?).”
  • music
    222 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is largely derived from the iconic soundtrack of the "Game of Thrones" TV series, enhancing the immersive experience and setting the tone for the narrative. While many players appreciate the familiar themes, some find the music repetitive and lacking in memorable tracks. Overall, the soundtrack is considered competent and fitting for fans of the "A Song of Ice and Fire" universe, though it may not stand out for those unfamiliar with the source material.

    • “The soundtrack, reminiscent of the iconic music from the TV series, enhances the immersive experience and sets the tone for the epic journey ahead.”
    • “Accompanied by the original Game of Thrones music score, I can heartily recommend playing this game to anyone who is interested in an interesting addition to the Game of Thrones universe.”
    • “The music features the main theme to Game of Thrones and some other fitting music which I find enjoyable but loops a bit too often.”
    • “The music is fairly run of the mill - what you would expect, and the sound effects are pretty bad.”
    • “The graphics are sub-par, the music is forgettable and the voice acting goes from excellent to mostly plain and laughable... shame, since excellent acting would have helped the already excellent plot.”
    • “But some of the background music can get repetitive at times.”
  • stability
    93 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's stability is frequently criticized, with numerous reports of graphical glitches, bugs, and clunky mechanics that detract from the overall experience. While some players noted minimal issues during gameplay, many highlighted the prevalence of visual and functional problems, suggesting that the game feels unpolished and unfinished. Overall, the stability issues significantly impact player enjoyment, making it a common point of contention in reviews.

    • “The graphics are ugly, gameplay is buggy and bad.”
    • “Published in 2012, I know games that were published in 2009 that were more polished, less buggy, and had better combat than this game.”
    • “A major complaint is that this game is clunky and glitchy, but I have only had 2 glitches in 40 hours of play and both were resolved easily without reloading.”
  • atmosphere
    80 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its ability to capture the essence of the Game of Thrones universe, with many reviewers noting the strong storytelling, memorable characters, and immersive settings that evoke the lore of the books and TV series. While the graphics and technical aspects may not be top-notch, the overall ambiance, including music and environmental design, effectively enhances the narrative experience, making it compelling for fans of the franchise. However, some players feel that the atmosphere could have been more authentic and immersive, suggesting that it occasionally falls short of expectations.

    • “But the story is very good, the game captures the atmosphere of the books and the TV show, and the characters introduced in the game are memorable.”
    • “The atmosphere and design of the locations are very well made.”
    • “You can feel the atmosphere of Westeros and be a part of a Game of Thrones.”
    • “That might sound odd but showing you a Westeros map (or part of it anyways) and waving around names like 'Cersei' or 'Castle Black' is just not enough to create a proper atmosphere.”
    • “The atmosphere is very bleak; treachery lurks everywhere.”
    • “Visuals, music & atmosphere: on this aspect, this could be way better.”
  • emotional
    44 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its gripping narrative, filled with unexpected twists and heart-wrenching moments that resonate with fans of the franchise. While some players found the story immersive and well-written, capturing the essence of the source material, others criticized the gameplay mechanics and voice acting, which detracted from the emotional impact. Overall, the game evokes a range of feelings, from laughter to tears, making it a memorable experience for many, despite its flaws.

    • “The final chapter is one of the most emotional and dramatic endings I've ever seen in a game.”
    • “The story is fantastic, fits in beautifully with what would have been going on in the show/books and captures all the same twists and emotional triggers that the franchise is so well loved for.”
    • “Both main characters are very well written and character progression is believable and touching on so many bases.”
    • “Pretty cumbersome and boring story.”
  • replayability
    42 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's replayability is a mixed bag, with some players praising its multiple character classes, branching dialogue choices, and four different endings that encourage experimentation. However, others criticize it for having limited replay value due to repetitive gameplay and a lack of significant new experiences upon subsequent playthroughs. Overall, while some find it engaging enough for multiple runs, others feel it lacks depth after the initial experience.

    • “Whether you opt for the swift and deadly assassin, the honorable knight, or the cunning rogue, the game encourages experimentation and replayability.”
    • “The game offers an abundance of replayability with many twists and four different endings.”
    • “I feel the game has a good replay value with all the choices you make throughout the entire game, which affect how people react to you and, of course, the end game.”
    • “The skills are fun and all, but at the end of the game you will learn 95% of them, so there is no replayability value in this department.”
    • “Because this game has absolutely no replay value!!!”
    • “Pretty boring after a while and kills the replayable value.”
  • humor
    42 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is a mixed bag, with many players finding it unintentionally funny due to poor voice acting, awkward animations, and graphical glitches. While some appreciate the dark humor and quirky dialogue, others feel that the overall comedic elements fall flat, describing the experience as "funny in a not funny way." Despite its shortcomings, the game does offer moments of genuine amusement, particularly in its absurd scenarios and character interactions.

    • “The game itself is funny and with different endings.”
    • “It's hilarious how all the swordsmen of Westeros stand around in intense discussions with a hand on their hip like they're waiting for an exceedingly slow elevator.”
    • “Grab your sword, your cloak, and your sense of humor, and dive into this epic adventure.”
    • “This game is not funny, at least for me.”
    • “It's so funny in a not funny way.”
  • optimization
    40 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's optimization is widely criticized, with many players experiencing significant stuttering issues, particularly with camera movement, which detracts from the overall experience. While some users report smooth performance on high-end systems, others struggle with poor graphics and frame rate drops, leading to frustration. Overall, the game is deemed poorly optimized compared to other RPGs, with many recommending it only if players are willing to seek out fixes for its performance problems.

    • “It's decently sized with decent graphics on low (crappy laptop is all I have) and runs smoothly; combat reminds me of the first Dragon Age.”
    • “It also has a combat system that feels optimized for consoles.”
    • “I never had any performance issues and the game never crashed on me.”
    • “The biggest issue is a camera stuttering glitch, which is experienced by a lot of players, and the fixes on the internet don’t solve the issue for everyone.”
    • “Very poorly optimized; my computer isn't the best, but nothing in the game justifies the slowdown as I move the camera.”
    • “This stuttering behavior can make it hard to navigate and is overall extremely annoying, and probably the single most significant downside of this game, sadly enough.”
  • grinding
    36 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The grinding aspect of the game is widely criticized for its tedious combat system and repetitive tasks, which detract from the overall experience. Players find the limited attack options and clumsy controls make battles feel monotonous, while the lack of variety in environments and quests leads to a sense of fatigue. Although some appreciate the story and world-building, many agree that the grinding elements can become frustrating, especially for those familiar with more engaging RPG mechanics.

    • “The background models are the same in every scene, so the developers didn't put much time into ensuring variety, as you often go back and forth through the same set pieces/levels to get from one destination to the other - which is incredibly tedious and strips away just how large the game could be.”
    • “I played for only an hour and it became clear by then that though the story was going well and the world was large, the controls are pretty clumsy and the combat is tedious and mind-numbing.”
    • “However, it is not fun; it is tedious.”
  • character development
    20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Character development in the game is a mixed bag; while some players appreciate the variety of choices and the balance in gameplay, others feel that the impact of these choices is minimal and that the timing of skill and gear acquisition can hinder their effectiveness. Overall, the system offers interesting options but lacks depth for some, leading to a range of opinions on its effectiveness in enhancing the role-playing experience.

    • “It really shines in the role-playing and character development.”
    • “The character development and choices/dialogues are very well done.”
    • “Character development options are quite good, with a very nice extent of variety.”
    • “Meh character development.”
    • “Character development leaves a lot to be desired; I wish the story was longer because skills or gear come too late to be useful.”
    • “The character development system is what I refer to as 'choose what you like; it doesn't make much difference.'”
  • monetization
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The monetization aspect of the game has drawn mixed reviews, with some players perceiving it as a cash grab aimed at exploiting the show's popularity. However, others found value in the game, noting its similarities to beloved RPGs like Dragon Age and The Witcher, which somewhat alleviated concerns about its financial motivations.

    • “It was obviously a cash grab to capitalize on the show's popularity.”
    • “Of course that claim: 'spectacular and tactical challenging combats' would be more true if you crossed out the 'spectacular', but that's artist's freedom in advertising, isn't it...”
    • “I had heard mixed things about the game and was afraid it was just a cash grab.”
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