Overlord: Fellowship of Evil

Having zero redeeming qualities is the best compliment I can give Overlord: Fellowship of Evil. It is, without a doubt, the worst video game I have ever played in my life and the only reason I'm not giving it a 0 is because, technically, it runs.

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In Overlord: Fellowship of Evil, players become a " Netherghul," causing mayhem in a dark fantasy world. Up to four players can work together in online co-op, completing quests and battling enemies. The game features a unique evil alignment system, allowing players to choose their own path of destruction.

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20%

Audience ScoreBased on 335 reviews

story24 positive mentions

stability33 negative mentions

The game retains some of the humor and charm of the previous Overlord titles.
The graphics and character designs are visually appealing.
The addition of co-op gameplay allows for some fun with friends.

The gameplay is clunky and lacks the depth of previous Overlord games, feeling more like a simple hack-and-slash.
Minion control is severely limited, making them feel useless compared to their roles in earlier titles.
The game is short and repetitive, with a lack of variety in enemies and combat mechanics.

gameplay
93 mentions
14 % positive mentions
72 % neutral mentions
14 % negative mentions
The gameplay has been widely criticized for being clunky, repetitive, and a significant departure from the core mechanics of previous Overlord titles, particularly the diminished role of minions. Many players noted bugs, poor controls, and a lack of engaging mechanics, leading to a bland and frustrating experience. While some appreciated the multiplayer aspect and certain new mechanics, the overall consensus is that the gameplay fails to capture the charm and depth of the original series.
- “Thankfully, this game is quite cheap, and the gameplay and level design can make this fun to play, particularly the first three boss fights.”
- “The gameplay mechanics with the golden were also pretty interesting, and it was very satisfying to finally be able to burn it back.”
- “While this is one of the cons for many, I file this under neutral due to simply the mechanic balancing itself out; as an intended multiplayer game, four people swarming minions tactically will be too overpowered.”
- “Extremely clunky gameplay compared to the rest of the series.”
- “The different designs of the overlords are lazy beyond belief, the gameplay is broken and gets stale quickly. How do you actually make the combat worse in the third installment?”
- “The minion gameplay is an empty shell of what it used to be.”
story
85 mentions
28 % positive mentions
67 % neutral mentions
5 % negative mentions
The story in this game has received mixed reviews, with many players noting that it lacks the depth and charm of its predecessors. While some appreciate the humor and the new characters, others find the plot generic, repetitive, and poorly integrated with gameplay, leading to a feeling of disconnection from the original series. Overall, while the story has its moments, it is often deemed insufficient to justify the gameplay experience, with many suggesting watching a recap instead.
- “The story continues to have its dark humor and mischievous fun, while still spinning an intricate and well-thought-out narrative.”
- “I loved this series for the story and the dark humor; yes, that was there, but it wasn't incredibly good.”
- “If overlord games have always been more about the story and characters and the lore for you than about the actual gameplay, give it a go.”
- “The story is fine but not worth going through the game; just watch a recap.”
- “However, the story... again... is a little generic. After the events of the two previous games, the imps are now completely lost and don't know what to do after their previous overlord died or disappeared, so they search for another overlord and find four overlords instead... an excuse to incorporate co-op.”
- “The storyline is kind of blah, if not off the wall, and has little to no connection to the original Overlord games other than the idea to cause chaos and mayhem everywhere to bring evil back to life.”
humor
57 mentions
98 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
2 % negative mentions
The humor in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the dark comedy and witty dialogue reminiscent of previous titles, while others feel it falls short, lacking the charm and cleverness of earlier installments. Many note that the minions, once a source of comedic relief, have diminished in their role, leading to a less engaging experience. Overall, while some moments are genuinely funny, the humor is often overshadowed by gameplay issues and a perceived decline in quality.
- “The game has kept its humor, the minions are funny little companions, always hungry for mayhem, carnage, and anarchy.”
- “The voice acting is on point, jokes actually make you laugh (from time to time, depends on your humor I guess).”
- “It continues to have its dark humor and its mischievous fun, while still spinning an intricate and well-thought-out story.”
- “It is not funny, charming, or innovative.”
stability
34 mentions
9 % positive mentions
-6 % neutral mentions
97 % negative mentions
The game's stability is heavily criticized, with numerous reports of frustrating bugs and glitches affecting gameplay, including unresponsive controls and erratic enemy behavior. While some players find ways to work around these issues, the overall experience is marred by a lack of polish and persistent technical problems, leading to a consensus that the game feels unfinished and requires significant improvements. Despite its potential, many reviewers express disappointment, suggesting that the game's stability issues detract from its enjoyment.
- “The graphics are okay, and the game is pretty stable and relatively bug-free, which is a significant plus.”
- “I appreciate the stability of the game; it runs smoothly without major issues.”
- “The game offers a solid experience with excellent stability, making it enjoyable to play.”
- “The developers said, 'Let's take the buggy controls of the first two games and make them so much worse... oh, and also change the way everything works,' and man, did they do it.”
- “I want to like this game because it feels like Gauntlet meets Overlord, but I can't play thanks to glitches that, to my knowledge, haven't been fixed.”
- “However, the game is buggy, and I mean really buggy on a frustrating level of bugginess.”
graphics
22 mentions
32 % positive mentions
55 % neutral mentions
14 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the thematic fit and overall aesthetic, while others criticize them as subpar, glitchy, and lacking in options. Many feel that the visuals do not meet the standards expected for a game released in 2015, with some describing them as "ugly" or "basic." Overall, while there are moments of beauty, the consensus leans towards disappointment in the graphical quality compared to previous titles.
- “The game offers some pleasant graphics and graphical style, although there are some ugly glitches here and there and some weird animations; however, it is pleasant all the same.”
- “If you were a fan of the game Gauntlet or even Overlord, then this game is for you. The visuals are simply beautiful, and although the enemies can get a little 'samey' after a while, all in all, this is a beautifully decent game.”
- “Decent graphics, nothing amazing, but they are definitely above what I would consider average.”
- “The camera view being fixed with no way to turn it, the graphics were so dark I couldn't tell where I was moving even if I could rotate the camera.”
- “They had all that and somehow ended up with graphics that look downright ugly.”
- “The graphics are poor for 2015; the game is so different from what it used to be, and the controls are non-customizable and really bad, and the gameplay is very basic.”
music
6 mentions
50 % positive mentions
17 % neutral mentions
33 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received positive feedback, with many players appreciating the soundtrack as enjoyable and lively, enhancing the overall experience. The thematic elements, including character-specific tracks, contribute to the game's humor and atmosphere, making it a standout feature for fans of the series.
- “The soundtrack is pretty neat though.”
- “I am a huge fan of the previous Overlord games, and while this game is very different, I am still really enjoying the humor, music, story, and character design.”
- “There is some background music adding life to the lifeless world.”
- “Anger spam aside, witch boy, the son of the first overlord we play as, the badass tactician, the slightly mutated barbarian, the empire crusher, the overlord whose theme song is literally 'I'm Blue' on repeat, and the overlord with the giant lava base.”
optimization
6 mentions
33 % positive mentions
17 % neutral mentions
50 % negative mentions
The game's optimization has received significant criticism, with players reporting numerous performance issues, including framerate drops and bugs. While some hope for future patches to address these problems, the overall sentiment suggests that the game is poorly optimized and not worth purchasing in its current state.
- “However, it remains its own thing with Rhianna's wonderful writing on the story, Marc Silk's good performance on Gnarl, and the fact that it retains the series' signature black comedy and dark humor while letting you be the villain.”
- “This is the third game that I have played that is poorly optimized.”
- “Performance-wise, I did notice a few framerate issues in the later levels, but I expect those will be patched out within the next few days.”
- “Laggy, choppy, and is this even optimized?”
emotional
4 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Reviews highlight a strong emotional response to the game, with some players finding it overwhelmingly sweet and wholesome to the point of discomfort, while others express deep joy and nostalgia, leading to tears of happiness upon its release. Overall, the game elicits a mix of extreme sentimentality and heartfelt connection.
- “Because it had been too long; I waited forever for a new Overlord game to come out, and when it finally arrived, I cried tears of joy and absolute glee.”
- “I laughed, I cried, I kissed my 10 bucks goodbye.”
- “The golden is a magic grass that turns everything it touches into cute and wholesome personifications of vomit-inducing tweeness.”
grinding
4 mentions
0 % positive mentions
25 % neutral mentions
75 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and unenjoyable, often feeling forced into repetitive combat that lacks depth. However, the inclusion of puzzles and races provides some relief from the monotony of grinding.
- “Playing the game isn’t fun; it is boring and tedious.”
- “I was forced to engage in combat myself, a very grindy and poor combat system at that.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
replayability
4 mentions
25 % positive mentions
25 % neutral mentions
50 % negative mentions
The game has limited replayability, primarily revolving around maxing out minions and collecting all weapons and hats, but many players find it lacks the fun factor necessary to motivate repeated playthroughs. Compared to previous titles in the series, its replay value is notably diminished.
- “Not much replayability, other than maxing out minions and all character statues, and buying all weapons and hats.”
- “Unlike other Overlord games, its replay value so far has been nothing.”
atmosphere
4 mentions
75 % positive mentions
-50 % neutral mentions
75 % negative mentions
The atmosphere is praised for its excellent level design and worldbuilding, maintaining a blend of humor and a dark premise of self-upgrade through evil deeds. While the ambiance in the Netherdeep and hub areas is noted, it is distinct from that of the Overlord series, offering a unique experience.
- “The level design, atmosphere, and worldbuilding are exceptional.”
- “The humor is still present, the atmosphere remains captivating, and the core premise of doing evil and upgrading yourself is intact.”
- “The atmosphere at the Netherdeep, base, and hub is immersive.”
- “The humor is still here, the atmosphere is still here, the standard premise of doing evil and upgrading yourself is still here.”
- “The atmosphere at the Netherdeep/base/hub is lacking.”
- “It's not the overlord's atmosphere.”
monetization
3 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The monetization of the game has been widely criticized as a blatant cash grab, with many users expressing disappointment that it fails to honor the series' legacy and instead prioritizes profit over quality.
- “The most cash grab garbage of all.”
- “Absolute crap that barely resembles anything decent about the series. I'm not sure what the devs were thinking, but it seems like a cheap cash grab hoping fans wouldn't say anything.”
- “This game is just a terrible spin-off cash grab.”
character development
3 mentions
67 % positive mentions
33 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Character development in the game is praised for its appealing designs and animations reminiscent of classic Disney films, though some reviewers feel it lacks innovation compared to previous titles in the series. Fans appreciate the humor, music, and story, indicating that while the game diverges from its predecessors, it still retains enjoyable elements.
- “The character designs and animations are good, reminding me of classic Disney films turned mature in terms of how they're animated.”
- “I am a huge fan of the previous Overlord games, and while this game is very different, I am still really enjoying the humor, music, story, and character design.”