Legendary Tales

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Legendary Tales is a single player and multiplayer role playing game. It was developed by Urban Wolf Games Inc. and was released on February 8, 2024. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"Legendary Tales: Urban Wolf" is an action-packed RPG set in a fantasy world filled with mythical creatures. As the Urban Wolf, a legendary hero with bestial powers, players must protect the human world from supernatural threats. Featuring immersive environments, character customization, and challenging combat, players will embark on an epic journey to uncover the truth and save humanity.

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Audience ScoreBased on 2,307 reviews

gameplay108 positive mentions

stability43 negative mentions

Engaging combat system with satisfying parrying mechanics.
Variety of weapons and crafting options enhance gameplay.
Fun multiplayer experience that encourages teamwork.

High price tag of $55 is not justified given the current content and polish.
Movement speed is too slow, making exploration tedious.
Limited enemy variety and repetitive environments detract from the overall experience.

gameplay
357 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of this VR title is a mixed bag, with many players praising its engaging combat mechanics, particularly the physics-based swordplay and parrying system, which offer depth and satisfaction. However, criticisms arise regarding repetitive enemy encounters, slow movement, and a lack of polish, leading to a tedious experience for some. While the core gameplay loop is enjoyable and has potential, many feel it requires further refinement and additional content to fully realize its promise.
- “The combat mechanics make the swordplay so much more engaging than other VR titles, and the magic is just as fun to use.”
- “Every strike, block, and dodge feels well-timed and weighty, with mechanics that cater to both seasoned veterans and newcomers alike.”
- “This game honestly defines VR gameplay fully streamlined for its intended platform; the mechanics and physics are top-tier, and the gameplay is actually challenging and fun.”
- “The gameplay is just very tedious.”
- “Boring, boring, boring gameplay, chopping your way through the same couple of enemies to get mountains of garbage loot in a game darker than a coal mine with less textures than an N64 game.”
- “Now it is a mess of bugs and terrible gameplay, filled with lots of walking.”
story
177 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is often described as basic and lacking depth, with many players finding the quest system confusing and poorly designed. While some appreciate the presence of a main quest and side quests, they often feel aimless and unengaging, leading to frustration rather than immersion. Overall, the narrative elements are seen as underdeveloped, with many reviewers suggesting that the game would benefit from a more compelling storyline and clearer quest objectives.
- “Now that 1.0 is out, we came back and love the story and what they have changed.”
- “I have recently completed the 1.0 release story and what an amazing ride.”
- “Finally, a good VR medieval game with a real story.”
- “The quest system is very basic and often leaves us scratching our heads trying to remember where to go to complete or turn in a quest.”
- “The side quests and story feel very useless and give no clear indication on where to go, so it always feels like there is no story; instead, you are just wandering and finding things.”
- “There isn’t really a story and nobody talks to you, so it’s just kind of a dead ash world that you’re not sure what the point is of going through it.”
graphics
114 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some praising the dark fantasy art style and overall visual quality, particularly in VR, while others criticize the outdated and inconsistent visuals, likening them to games from previous decades. Many players note that while certain elements like armor and weapon models are well-designed, the environments often feel bland and repetitive, detracting from the overall experience. Overall, the game shows potential in its graphics but requires significant improvements to meet modern standards.
- “The graphics are stunning, even when playing on lower graphics settings.”
- “I was really surprised by the visuals - the dungeon levels are gorgeous, and the lighting looks great without burning my GPU.”
- “Legendary Tales has created amazing visuals, brought the dungeon crawling exploration of Skyrim, and added the key physics of Walking Dead: Saints and Sinners.”
- “The fight mechanic is rather irritating, graphics look old, not much content in the game.”
- “Graphics are really bad and really blurry, I don't know how to really describe this, I'm on a Quest 2 with a link cable.”
- “The graphics are unbelievably bad, every single room is literally a flat square with 90-degree angles and no decorations or lighting.”
music
53 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with many players appreciating its atmospheric qualities and nostalgic ties to classic titles like Diablo and Mega Man Legends. However, several users noted that the soundtrack can be repetitive, particularly in dungeons, and expressed a desire for more variety and depth. Overall, while the music enhances the game's dark tone, it is seen as an area needing improvement to match the game's potential.
- “The music is captivating and reminds me a bit of Mega Man Legends and Diablo 2 soundtracks.”
- “If you enjoy Diablo (the good ones) style dungeon games, hunting for loot drops and expanding skills, then you will get your money's worth; the game is pretty, and the music is fantastic.”
- “The town and vendor, the style of art and breakables, and especially the music all closely resemble that of Diablo 1.”
- “Not to mention, there's hardly a soundtrack; the village music instrumental can be repetitive.”
- “The music is quite repetitive too.”
- “If you've played Diablo, this is literally Diablo in VR; even the town music resembles Diablo, so much so I wonder how they legally got away with it.”
stability
47 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability is widely criticized, with numerous reports of bugs, glitches, and janky mechanics affecting gameplay. Users have experienced issues with calibration, multiplayer connectivity, and various in-game systems, leading to a consensus that the game feels unfinished and is not worth its current price. While some players find enjoyment in the core gameplay, the overall experience is marred by the prevalence of technical problems.
- “Runs great, looks okay, with giant hub worlds to explore and a good fighting system.”
- “It's not too buggy either; it just desperately needs more content and quality of life improvements.”
- “I use Oculus Quest 2 through Virtual Desktop, and so far, there has been no lag whatsoever; it runs great.”
- “The game is buggy, but what do you expect these days from games on day 1 with no patches?”
- “Right now the game is quite janky and buggy, so if you are looking for a bug-free smooth experience, this game isn't for you as it is right now.”
- “With all it has to offer, the bugs and glitches that this game has kind of makes it not fun at times.”
grinding
46 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and repetitive, often leading to frustration due to slow character movement, lengthy enemy respawn times, and the need for extensive farming to progress. While some appreciate the crafting system and the potential for satisfying loot, many feel that the grind detracts from the overall enjoyment, making it difficult to stay engaged for long periods. However, those who enjoy grinding for loot and character upgrades may still find value in the experience.
- “The crafting system immerses you in gameplay just right, striking a perfect balance without feeling too grindy.”
- “Grinding in this game feels rewarding and engaging, making every effort worthwhile.”
- “The progression system encourages grinding, but it never feels tedious; instead, it enhances the overall experience.”
- “The game gets incredibly tedious very quickly with practically all enemies taking quite some time to kill while also not offering any real challenge; boss enemies aren't much better with the only challenge they offer being the massive amount of health they have.”
- “The campaign path is long and tedious, big open areas, littered with the same enemy with zero visual variation.”
- “It’s just very, very tedious right now with how you have to pick up and hold things and put things in your inventory and throw the crystals on the ground after you kill the guy to get stuff.”
optimization
42 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The optimization of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players experiencing excellent performance on high-end hardware, while others report significant issues, particularly on lower-end systems. The transition from UE5 back to UE4 was seen as a necessary move to improve performance, but many users still encounter frame drops and inconsistent performance, especially during area transitions. Overall, while some players enjoy smooth gameplay, others advise caution, particularly for those with less powerful setups.
- “Performance was great, never dropped under 144fps.”
- “Performance has been excellent so far on a laptop 3060 using a Quest 2 via cable.”
- “For what this game is doing, it runs like a dream even in its early access state; I've had no issues whatsoever performance-wise.”
- “Good god this game is poorly optimized, don't bother adding more stuff if it runs at 40fps constantly.”
- “I had some serious performance issues starting out.”
- “Update killed my performance and I can't play now.”
replayability
28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's replayability is generally praised, with many players highlighting the diverse character builds, skill trees, and random dungeon generation that encourage multiple playthroughs. However, some users note that despite improvements, certain aspects remain janky, which can detract from the overall experience. Overall, while there are mixed opinions on the value for the price, the potential for varied gameplay and co-op experiences contributes to a strong replay value.
- “There are so many different ways to build your character, so replayability is great.”
- “The game is fun, replayable, and has a pretty decent amount of content.”
- “With awesome shared physics, numerous combat styles, random weapon rolls, and randomly generated dungeons, I feel this game offers unlimited replayability and an overall amazing experience with friends.”
- “It's good but lacks replay value.”
- “And all of the replayability is just going through the same areas in generally the same order, just using different classes.”
- “But little replayability.”
atmosphere
27 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its dark, immersive qualities reminiscent of classic titles like Diablo, effectively setting a tone that enhances the dungeon-crawling experience. While some players feel that certain character designs detract from the overall ambiance, the environments, lighting, and sound design contribute to a captivating and unsettling atmosphere that encourages exploration. Overall, the game successfully blends engaging combat with a rich, atmospheric backdrop, making it a standout in its genre.
- “The atmosphere is fantastic.”
- “The atmosphere is creepy enough to be unsettling, but intriguing enough to make you want to push further.”
- “The game nails the atmosphere pretty well.”
- “The first is a goblin who, in my opinion, looks like Shrek and does not fit the dark atmosphere of the game at all. Fortunately, our characters are not visible when playing solo, but I think they are too colorful and I would prefer them to look like a blacksmith, for example.”
- “I understand the limitations of VR, but why bother having a dimly lit game that's meant to draw from the atmosphere of Diablo if you're not going to have interactive light sources that can illuminate the dark passages?”
- “I do, however, wish this level of polish went into the overall atmosphere of the game.”
humor
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is frequently highlighted as a standout feature, with players enjoying the comedic elements of gameplay, such as funny character interactions, absurd combat mechanics, and amusing glitches. Many reviews mention the hilarity of in-game scenarios, like goblins comically slamming into walls and the exaggerated effects of magic spells, contributing to a lighthearted and entertaining experience. Overall, the game's humor is a significant draw, making it a fun choice for those seeking laughter alongside gameplay.
- “It's a nice workout, too - unless you're playing mage, then it's not as much of a workout; you just stand back and throw your funny magic, which also has its own gestures that are pretty fun to pull off as well.”
- “Secondly, the fight mechanics and dungeon crawling is fun with friends, and the shenanigans you can get up to is downright hilarious.”
- “Goblins are funny, they run away and often slam into walls comically.”
emotional
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players express a mix of frustration and intensity regarding the emotional experience in the game. While the combat is described as hard-fought and unique in its emotional weight, issues with VR mechanics, such as weapon handling and interaction feedback, detract from immersion and can lead to moments of annoyance. Overall, the emotional impact is hampered by technical shortcomings that disrupt the player's connection to the game.
- “It's hard-going, hard-won combat that no VR game I've played has made me feel before.”
monetization
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization of the game is generally viewed positively, with users appreciating the absence of pay-to-win mechanics and microtransactions, highlighting the developer's commitment to delivering a quality experience without exploiting players financially. Many feel the $55 price tag is reasonable for a feature-complete VR RPG, especially compared to higher-priced titles that often include additional monetization strategies.
- “No pay-to-win, no microtransactions, just a solid, very enjoyable VR RPG.”
- “I'd buy this game five times over just to support this developer since they genuinely care for their creation and aren't trying to squeeze every last penny out of you with microtransactions.”
- “As for the price, $55 is really not a lot for a handmade, feature-complete RPG that will last you many tens of hours; especially in an age where huge companies that don't need the money will demand $80-$90 and still fill the game's store with microtransactions.”
- “It's a cash grab.”
- “Another VR cash grab?”
- “As for the price, $55 is really not a lot for a handmade, feature-complete RPG that will last you many tens of hours; especially in the age where huge companies that don't need the money will demand $80-$90 and still fill the game's store with microtransactions.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviewers generally find the character development in the game to be a strong point, noting that it exceeds expectations despite criticisms of repetitive elements in other areas. The mechanics of combat, loot, and movement contribute positively to the overall character progression experience.
- “Although the largest complaint appears to be the repetitive enemies, props, and textures, I think they did better than I expected on the foundation of the game: combat, loot, character development, movement, AI (which includes a decent sneaking mechanic!), and multiplayer.”