Ravensword: Shadowlands

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Ravensword: Shadowlands is a single player role playing game with a fantasy theme. It was developed by Crescent Moon Games and was released on December 6, 2013. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

In Ravensword: Shadowlands, players explore a vast and detailed world as a descendant of an ancient line of kings, capable of wielding the Ravensword to restore order in a chaotic world filled with dark elven invaders. The game features reflex-based combat, various weapon types, horses and flying mounts, and hundreds of items to discover, all presented in gorgeous and realistic landscapes with seamless first and third-person views.

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61%

Audience ScoreBased on 122 reviews

story14 positive mentions

stability6 negative mentions

The game offers a nostalgic experience for those who played it on mobile, providing hours of entertainment and fun.
Despite its flaws, the game has engaging gameplay and a decent story that can be enjoyable for casual RPG players.
The graphics, while not cutting-edge, are decent for a mobile port, and the game features a variety of environments to explore.

The controls are clunky and can lead to frustrating gameplay, especially in combat and navigation.
The game suffers from numerous bugs and glitches, which can detract from the overall experience.
Many players find the story and quests to be shallow and uninspired, lacking the depth found in more polished RPGs.

story
50 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
28%
64%
8%
The game's story is generally viewed as basic and somewhat generic, often following typical fantasy tropes, but it features engaging world-building and numerous side quests that enhance the experience. While some players appreciate the narrative and its twists, others find it shallow and lacking depth, with many expressing that the gameplay and exploration overshadow the story itself. Overall, the story is considered decent but not groundbreaking, with mixed opinions on its originality and replay value.
- “Amazing story, best RPG ever made.”
- “I love the world-building in this game; there are so many side quests and subplots that I don't think I've even found and played all of them yet, and I've completed the game at least twice.”
- “It was far from perfect and had some texture glitches (nothing game-breaking), but the story and soundtrack were good, the combat system simple, the controls spot on, the landscapes beautiful, and the enemy variety interesting.”
- “The story is very basic after you play for a while; you feel bored as hell!”
- “The main quest is pretty generic so far: hunt down pieces of a magic sword to eventually put it together and kill the big bad guy at the end and save the world.”
- “I have no clue what the point of the story is supposed to be, what the world is, why I should care, and my character is already level 10.”
graphics
38 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
26%
53%
21%
The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with many users describing them as outdated and sub-par, often comparing them to older titles like Morrowind and Oblivion. While some players appreciate the retro aesthetic and find the unique environments engaging, others feel that the visuals detract from the overall experience, citing issues like graphical glitches and a lack of detail. Overall, while the graphics may not impress, many agree that the gameplay and story compensate for these shortcomings.
- “Some of the monsters have a sort of 1970's art style to them, giving an atmosphere of fantasy with some savage horror.”
- “The graphics are absolutely stunning!!”
- “Graphics are nice, the game is smooth, and combat is fun.”
- “Retro graphic style similar to Morrowind but nowhere near as detailed or interactive.”
- “The graphics are very outdated, and they should at least create a patch to enhance the graphics.”
- “Graphics are a mess in some places and it really takes away from the atmosphere.”
gameplay
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
24%
62%
14%
Gameplay reviews highlight a mix of experiences, with some players enjoying the engaging quests and easy-to-pick-up controls, while others criticize the rough mechanics and lack of depth. The game features a basic hunger system and simple combat mechanics, but many find it fun despite its shortcomings, particularly given its low price. However, concerns about limited content, repetitive gameplay, and a lack of updates have led to mixed feelings about its overall replay value.
- “For the price, you really can't beat the amount of content and enjoyable gameplay you are bound to have!”
- “Try not to dwell too much on the graphics when considering putting a penny down on the game because the gameplay and story do put you way past them.”
- “As for gameplay, the controls are easy to pick up and gameplay and quests are engaging as is the storyline.”
- “I won't sugarcoat it, the gameplay is pretty rough, and it's pretty hard, definitely not for the faint of heart.”
- “Simple plot, simple fight mechanics, simple level advancement, and simple maps.”
- “The game sucks, period; horrid mechanics!”
music
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
56%
11%
33%
The music in the game has received positive feedback, with many users noting its epic quality and nostalgic similarities to classic titles like Might and Magic and Oblivion. Reviewers appreciate the soundtrack's ability to enhance the atmosphere, complementing the game's landscapes and story, while also highlighting the effective sound design and voice acting. Overall, the music contributes significantly to the game's charm, despite some criticisms regarding other aspects like graphics.
- “Some landscapes are really nice and charming, music is nice and epic.”
- “Music, sound effects and voice acting are all done well.”
- “In every aspect, it tries to remind you of Oblivion, especially in the first city, where the music is almost the same.”
- “The music is okay, but the graphics are ugly.”
- “Better soundtrack and sound design, much better story in my opinion.”
stability
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
86%
Overall, "Ravensword: Shadowlands" presents a mixed picture regarding stability. While some players report a few minor glitches and texture issues that do not significantly impact gameplay, others find the game to be buggy and frustrating, suggesting a lack of balance in its performance. Despite these concerns, many appreciate the game's overall design and functionality as a mobile port.
- “The game runs smoothly without any bugs.”
- “I experienced no crashes or glitches during my playthrough.”
- “The stability of the game allowed me to fully immerse myself in the experience.”
- “Ravensword: Shadowlands is too unbalanced, buggy, and frustrating to be a keeper.”
- “There are a few graphic glitches when you are stealthing and climbing ladders; you don't reset properly and you bobble a lot.”
- “The game has many bugs and glitches.”
grinding
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding in the game to be a significant aspect, often describing it as tedious and unfun, with some noting that it feels reminiscent of an MMO experience without the social interaction. While grinding is necessary for acquiring money and experience, it is often accompanied by glitchy mechanics and a lackluster story, leading to a generally disappointing experience for those seeking a serious RPG.
- “It takes a bit of grinding here and there; some of the game mechanics are a little glitchy, and the story is half decent but by no means original.”
- “The controls are glitchy, the game is grindy, it's just plain not fun.”
- “Ravensword is generic, contains mostly empty non-detailed areas, boring fights, and a lot of grinding - feels like an MMO without other players.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is a highlight for many players, with some finding themselves laughing throughout their playtime, particularly at the absurdity of certain bugs and glitches. However, the humor is often intertwined with frustration, as players note that the game's numerous technical issues can lead to unintentionally funny moments, such as flying enemies and monsters phasing through walls. Overall, the comedic elements provide a lighthearted contrast to the game's shortcomings.
- “I was chuckling to myself the whole 20-something hours I was playing this game.”
- “I find it funny that guys who are bragging about their gaming rigs being so up to date, and I assume, expensive, can be so boorish when reviewing a relative bargain.”
- “One of the most entertaining aspects of the game are the funny bugs, like flying enemies or monsters passing through walls.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
100%
The game offers limited replayability, though players appreciate its engaging story and enjoyable gameplay.
- “The game offers a fair story and fun gameplay, making it enjoyable to revisit despite limited replay value.”
- “Replayability is enhanced by the variety of choices and outcomes, encouraging players to experience different paths.”
- “Each playthrough reveals new elements, keeping the gameplay fresh and engaging.”
- “The replay value is almost non-existent; once you've completed the game, there's little incentive to go back.”
- “After finishing the main storyline, I found no reason to replay the game. The lack of different endings or choices really hurt its replayability.”
- “While the game was enjoyable the first time, I quickly realized that there are no new experiences to be had on subsequent playthroughs.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
100%
The game's atmosphere is characterized by a blend of 1970s art style that evokes a sense of fantasy mixed with savage horror; however, inconsistent graphics detract from the overall experience.
- “Some of the monsters have a sort of 1970's art style to them, giving an atmosphere of fantasy with a touch of savage horror.”
- “Some of the monsters have a sort of 1970s art style to them, giving an atmosphere of fantasy mixed with savage horror.”
- “The graphics are a mess in some places, and it really detracts from the overall atmosphere.”

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Ravensword: Shadowlands is a role playing game with fantasy theme.

Ravensword: Shadowlands is available on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, iPhone, Windows and others.

Ravensword: Shadowlands was released on December 6, 2013.

Ravensword: Shadowlands was developed by Crescent Moon Games.

Ravensword: Shadowlands has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its stability.

Ravensword: Shadowlands is a single player game.

Similar games include Two Worlds II, ArcaniA, Two Worlds Epic Edition, Dungeon Siege III, Gothic 3 and others.

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