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Pendragon Rising

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73%Game Brain Score
story, humor
monetization, replayability
73% User Score Based on 155 reviews

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Pendragon Rising is a single player role playing game. It was developed by Choice of Games and was released on December 4, 2015. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Seize the throne of medieval Britain in this fantasy of King Arthur!

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73%
Audience ScoreBased on 155 reviews
story37 positive mentions
monetization5 negative mentions
  • The story is well-written and engaging, with meaningful choices that impact the outcome.
  • The game offers good replayability with multiple endings and character paths, making it enjoyable to play through several times.
  • The characters are well-developed, and the setting provides a fresh take on the Arthurian legend.
  • The game is criticized for being too short and not providing enough content for the price, leaving players feeling unsatisfied.
  • Many players found the stat system confusing and frustrating, with choices leading to unexpected and drastic changes in skills.
  • The romance aspect is lacking, with some players feeling that the gender-swapping did not add depth to the story.
  • story
    75 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story has received mixed reviews, with many praising its engaging narrative and character development, particularly in its unique retelling of Arthurian legend. However, several users expressed disappointment over its brevity and the feeling of being railroaded through choices, which diminished the impact of player decisions. Overall, while the writing is often described as beautiful and compelling, many reviewers felt that the story's length and pricing structure did not meet their expectations.

    • “The story is beautifully told with places to make decisions that will affect the outcome.”
    • “Compelling story that was hard to put down.”
    • “Detailed, branching story that leaves nothing but satisfaction, and a yearning for more.”
    • “The story feels extremely narrow - your options railroading you.”
    • “If this story had to stand on its own, it would fail miserably.”
    • “There are also multiple pages of storyline before your next choice, making it feel as if the reader isn't really the one choosing the story.”
  • monetization
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Reviewers express frustration with the monetization model, suggesting that the game could benefit from ad revenue instead of requiring upfront payments. Many feel that incorporating ads would be a more acceptable way to fund the game, as they would prefer to watch ads rather than pay directly. Overall, there is a sentiment that the current payment structure is limiting and could be improved by offering ad-supported options.

    • “I'm sure your story was great and worth the price, but couldn't you make money through ads?”
    • “It's pretty frustrating to see people complaining about having to pay, when they could just insert ads after every page or something.”
    • “There are too many ads, and you have to pay to continue.”
  • replayability
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, the game's replayability is viewed positively, with some users highlighting it as excellent and offering significant replay value, while others feel it lacks in this area.

    • “Excellent game with great replayability.”
    • “Great game but little replayability.”
    • “The game itself has a lot of replay value.”
  • atmosphere
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's atmosphere is richly infused with Arthurian mythology and the essence of medieval England, creating an immersive experience that captivates players with its historical depth and tension from an encroaching threat.

    • “Being based on Arthurian mythology, steeped in the atmosphere of medieval England with an encroaching horde, this game has all the ingredients for a fine experience.”
    • “The immersive atmosphere truly transports you to another time and place, making every moment feel significant.”
    • “The haunting soundtrack and detailed environments create a captivating atmosphere that draws you in and keeps you engaged.”
    • “The atmosphere feels flat and uninspired, lacking the depth that the setting promises.”
    • “Despite the rich lore, the game fails to create an immersive atmosphere, leaving players feeling disconnected.”
    • “The world feels lifeless, with minimal environmental interaction that detracts from the overall experience.”
  • humor
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the humor in the game enjoyable, particularly appreciating the comedic elements that enhance the experience of playing as a female character.

    • “It is still fun to play as a female character, and the humor adds to the experience.”
    • “The game's humor is clever and keeps me laughing throughout.”
    • “I love how the witty dialogue and funny situations make every playthrough enjoyable.”
  • gameplay
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Gameplay is praised for its effective use of the engine and mechanics, providing players with a strong sense of control and accomplishment throughout the story.

    • “The story is decent, and it makes good use of the engine and mechanics. I felt in control of the story and experienced a sense of accomplishment every time I succeeded at something.”
  • emotional
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Many users feel that the characters lack depth and complexity, making it challenging to form any genuine emotional connection with them.

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Pendragon Rising is a role playing game.

Pendragon Rising is available on PC, Mac OS, Phone, iPad and others.

Pendragon Rising was released on December 4, 2015.

Pendragon Rising was developed by Choice of Games.

Pendragon Rising has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its monetization.

Pendragon Rising is a single player game.

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