Lionheart: Legacy of the Crusader

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Lionheart: Legacy of the Crusader is a single player and multiplayer role playing game with fantasy and historical themes. It was developed by Reflexive Entertainment and was released on March 15, 2017. It received positive reviews from players.

In "Lionheart: Legacy of the Crusader," players experience a fantasy role-playing game set in the medieval era. They control a character determined to uncover their past and navigate a complex world filled with political intrigue, supernatural forces, and moral choices. The game features real-time combat, skill-based character development, and multiple possible endings based on player decisions.

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story12 positive mentions

grinding2 negative mentions

The game features an interesting alternate history setting set in Spain and France, blending elements of classic RPG storytelling with action RPG combat.
Many players appreciate the nostalgia factor, recalling fond memories of playing the game in their youth and enjoying its unique character creation and diverse storyline options.
The first half of the game is often praised for its engaging quests, memorable characters, and rich lore, making it a captivating experience.

The second half of the game becomes a linear grind with repetitive combat and poorly balanced encounters, leading to a frustrating experience for many players.
The game suffers from technical issues and outdated mechanics, which can detract from the overall enjoyment, especially for new players unfamiliar with older RPGs.
Despite its potential, the game feels rushed and unfinished, particularly in the latter stages, resulting in a lack of meaningful choices and consequences.

story
32 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is a mixed bag, featuring an engaging and imaginative narrative set during the Crusades, rich with historical figures and choices that impact gameplay. However, many players feel that the story loses momentum in the second half, becoming linear and repetitive, with a noticeable decline in quality and depth. Despite its flaws, the game offers a nostalgic charm and replayability through diverse storyline options and character development.
- “The story is a wild ride through the Crusades, filled with historical figures and a plot that sometimes feels like it was written by a group of caffeinated squirrels.”
- “Rich with lore and set in Barcelona, Spain, at the turn of the Crusades; this game will introduce you to a gripping storyline filled with plot hooks that lead everywhere across Spain.”
- “The game splices real-world historical events and figures with fantasy elements to produce an imaginative and original story.”
- “Not a fan of Diablo because of the lack of story, and the second half of this game is exactly that.”
- “The story takes a nosedive after a few chapters.”
- “The story is very lackluster.”
gameplay
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
31%
46%
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The gameplay is a mixed bag, featuring an engaging blend of action RPG elements and a diverse storyline, but marred by outdated combat mechanics and occasional confusion over controls. While some players appreciate the unique mana regeneration system and character build flexibility, others find the overall experience frustrating and recommend looking for alternatives. The game's chaotic fighting mechanics and reliance on specific builds can lead to a challenging yet rewarding experience for those willing to navigate its flaws.
- “The gameplay is a delightful mix of action RPG and 'what on earth am I doing?' You’ll find yourself battling everything from knights to mythical creatures, all while trying to remember which button does what.”
- “Amazingly diverse storyline options, simple but exciting gameplay, genuine difficulty, and a great main storyline.”
- “Pros: entertaining gameplay system.”
- “If you can look past that or if you happen to enjoy the subpar gameplay, then it is a recommendation; otherwise, there are better ways to spend your time.”
- “It has a nice first half of the story, but the ending is disappointing to say the least. The combat is also really outdated and horrible in terms of mechanics and design.”
- “I fear the action-oriented gameplay might also feel tired as the game sets in.”
graphics
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are generally considered outdated, with many users noting that they resemble those from the early 2000s, featuring blurry textures and occasional graphical issues, especially on newer operating systems. Despite these shortcomings, some players appreciate the game's nostalgic charm and detailed character designs, acknowledging that the graphics do not detract significantly from the overall enjoyable gameplay experience.
- “For its age, it has very detailed graphics.”
- “This is one of those older but wonderful games that gives you flexibility in developing your characters, lots of good gameplay, a very easy interface, and good solid story line and graphics; it's just a fun play.”
- “Love it, but it is old and you may have some issues with the graphics.”
- “Graphics - 2003 called, and they want their textures back!”
- “But hey, who needs high-definition graphics when you can have a knight with a face that looks like it’s been through a medieval blender?”
- “The graphics are extremely blurry and unappealing.”
music
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
57%
43%
The game's music is a mixed experience, featuring standout tracks like "Crypt of the Lance" and "The Final Battle" that evoke nostalgia for some players. While many appreciate the unique and immersive soundtrack, others feel that it lacks consistency and depth, ultimately falling short of the game's artistic potential.
- “As for its audio, it is a mixed bag; songs like 'Crypt of the Lance' and 'The Final Battle' are really cool, and I can say the same for the rest of the OST. It's a total shock when the composer is responsible for some of my favorite scores of all time.”
- “For me, the game and the soundtrack are a huge nostalgia blast. I have also completed the game more than 10 times.”
- “The game has a fantastic, unique setting, great voice acting, and incredible music, making it immersive from early on.”
- “The music is bland.”
- “Quests - the same old song and dance.”
- “As for its audio, it is a mixed bag; songs like 'Crypt of the Lance' and 'The Final Battle' are really cool, but overall, it's a total shock when the composer is responsible for some of my favorite scores of all time.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is highly praised, with many users considering it among the best they have experienced in any game.
- “It has one of the best atmospheres in any game I have ever played!”
- “The immersive environment draws you in and makes you feel like you're part of the world.”
- “Every sound and visual detail contributes to a hauntingly beautiful atmosphere that stays with you long after playing.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game boasts high replayability due to its multiple story choices and a variety of skills to acquire, encouraging players to explore different paths and strategies in subsequent playthroughs.
- “With multiple choices to make throughout the story and many different skills to acquire, the replayability of this game is high.”
- “Each playthrough offers a unique experience, making it hard to put down and encouraging you to explore every possible outcome.”
- “The variety of character builds and story paths ensures that no two runs feel the same, enhancing the game's replay value.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is a delightful mix of historical references and absurdity, often leaving players both amused and incredulous. While it may not be flawless, the comedic elements, particularly from the quirky companions, contribute significantly to the overall enjoyment.
- “It’s not perfect, but it’s a delightful romp through history that will leave you chuckling and shaking your head in disbelief.”
- “Funny Jhin companions.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and unengaging, largely due to uninspired encounter design. While some fights, like the daeva battles, offer a refreshing change, they are infrequent, leading to a repetitive and monotonous experience overall.
- “This is due in part to the lackluster encounter design; you will find few interesting fights, and the ones that try something gimmicky are either fun but rare, like the daeva fights, or tedious and a slog, like the entire final dungeon.”
- “It gets quite tedious quite quickly.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users have reported stability issues on Windows 10, including a bug where the mouse cursor appears frozen while dragging, reminiscent of performance lags on older systems. Additionally, there are troubleshooting concerns regarding mouse trails leaving visual artifacts on the screen.
- “There is a bug with Windows 10 in which the mouse cursor moves but stays frozen on the part of the screen where you were dragging the mouse. It's similar to when you press 'New Tab' on Chrome on an old PC and it freezes, causing the new tabs to open suddenly.”
- “Troubleshooting issues: the mouse trail leaves artifacts on the screen.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviewers appreciate the character designs and the immersive world-building, noting that these elements enhance the overall experience alongside the combat and enemy encounters. However, specific feedback on character development itself is not highlighted in the provided text.
- “I've always loved the character designs and the way the world was built, along with the combat and the mobs/bosses in the game.”

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Lionheart: Legacy of the Crusader is a role playing game with fantasy and historical themes.

Lionheart: Legacy of the Crusader is available on PC and Windows.

Lionheart: Legacy of the Crusader was released on March 15, 2017.

Lionheart: Legacy of the Crusader was developed by Reflexive Entertainment.

Lionheart: Legacy of the Crusader has received positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its graphics.

Lionheart: Legacy of the Crusader is a single player game with multiplayer and local co-op support.

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