Ruined King: A League of Legends Story

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"Ruined King: A League of Legends Story" is a single-player, turn-based RPG set in the League of Legends universe. Players explore the seas of the Shadow Isles, controlling a party of champions from the LoL roster, including Miss Fortune, Braum, and Yasuo. The game features strategic combat, character progression, and a new story in the LoL universe.

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Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

Ruined King: A League of Legends Story screenshot

+15

90%

Audience ScoreBased on 4,477 reviews

story930 positive mentions

stability221 negative mentions

Engaging story with well-developed characters that fans of League of Legends will appreciate.
Unique combat system that incorporates a lane mechanic, allowing for strategic gameplay.
Beautiful art style and high-quality voice acting enhance the overall experience.

The game is plagued by numerous bugs that can disrupt gameplay and quest progression.
Slow movement speed and limited fast travel options make navigation tedious.
Combat can become repetitive, especially against low-level enemies as players progress.

story
2,282 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story of "Ruined King: A League of Legends Story" is generally well-received, praised for its engaging narrative and character development, particularly for fans of the League of Legends lore. While the main plot is compelling and features rich world-building, some players noted issues with pacing and quest tracking, leading to frustration with bugs that can hinder progression. Overall, the game offers a satisfying blend of storytelling and gameplay, making it a worthwhile experience for both League fans and newcomers alike.
- “The story is beautifully delivered through in-game and drawn cinematics.”
- “Ruined King: A League of Legends Story is a visually stunning and narratively rich RPG that immerses players in the captivating world of Runeterra.”
- “The game expertly weaves a compelling story, exploring the darker facets of the League of Legends universe with a diverse and well-developed cast of characters.”
- “The story is... meh: the story didn’t grab me at all.”
- “While I liked the individual character backstories, the main plot feels way too focused on religious themes—it gets annoying fast.”
- “There’s not much substance to it, and it throws in some side quests to keep you busy, but those don’t really add much either.”
gameplay
1,028 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of "Ruined King: A League of Legends Story" is characterized by its unique turn-based combat system, which incorporates a lane mechanic that adds strategic depth to battles. While many players appreciate the engaging mechanics and character interactions, some find the gameplay can become repetitive and overly simplistic as the game progresses, particularly on lower difficulty settings. Overall, the game offers a solid RPG experience with a mix of enjoyable combat and rich lore, though it is marred by bugs and pacing issues that can detract from the overall experience.
- “The gameplay is engaging too, and the music in this game fits the theme so well.”
- “The combat mechanics are very enjoyable.”
- “The lane mechanic is a fun twist on turn-based RPGs.”
- “Maybe I'll revisit this game one day and maybe I'll change the review if my opinion changes, but for now, the gameplay is far too garbage, so much so that even RPG Maker games feel better to play... feels outdated in tech too, with all the loading screens in this day and age.”
- “The gameplay itself is boring and for some reason you already have strong characters by the time you unlock characters you want to use.”
- “The world and gameplay are clunky, and the story isn't anything crazy.”
graphics
457 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of "Ruined King: A League of Legends Story" have received widespread praise for their beautiful art style and vibrant visuals, which effectively capture the essence of the League of Legends universe. Many reviewers highlighted the stunning environments, engaging character designs, and well-executed animations, although some noted minor graphical glitches and inconsistencies. Overall, the game's aesthetic is considered a strong point, enhancing the storytelling and gameplay experience.
- “The art style is gorgeous and with some really stellar environments throughout the game.”
- “This game has phenomenal visuals and a pretty satisfying combat system, but that's about it.”
- “The graphics are brilliant, stylized beautifully, you can tell that there was a real sense of art direction for this game.”
- “The art style looks like rough sketches, and the characters always look surprised, which gets old fast.”
- “Graphically the game is very average; it has a good overall art style, but the textures are very weak as well as animations, and you'll see that in combat when you're doing ultimates.”
- “The graphics resemble a game that would be released on PS3 back in 2008.”
music
387 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has received widespread acclaim, with many reviewers praising its ability to enhance the overall atmosphere and emotional impact of the gameplay. Composed by Gareth Coker, the soundtrack is noted for its thematic consistency and engaging melodies, although some players found certain tracks repetitive over time. Overall, the music is considered a standout feature, complementing the game's art style and narrative effectively.
- “The music perfectly complements the mood of each scene, elevating the emotional impact of key moments in the story.”
- “The soundtrack is beautiful and fitting.”
- “The music is simply phenomenal.”
- “This game doesn't provide music that would make anything in the game more interesting.”
- “The moment I realized that a lot of the music was a 10-second loop doubled to get to 20 seconds before coming back, the game was never the same.”
- “The combat music feels... repetitive.”
stability
229 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
3%
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The game's stability is a significant concern, with numerous players reporting a wide range of bugs and glitches that can disrupt gameplay, including quest failures, graphical issues, and crashes. While some users experienced only minor issues, many found the game to be "buggy as hell," leading to frustration and hindering overall enjoyment. Despite these problems, some players still appreciated the game's story and mechanics, suggesting that it may improve with future updates.
- “Performance-wise, the game runs great; you should not have any issues running this game.”
- “Great story, realistic voice acting, bug-free, balanced fun gameplay, nice soundtrack.”
- “It builds off Battle Chasers ideas, adding more depth and fun; it runs great and I can tell I'm going to play this end to end to explore every corner.”
- “The game is plagued by a number of minor bugs and glitches that detract from the overall experience.”
- “Game is buggy, and won't let me continue playing after 31%.”
- “The thing that bothered me the most is that the game is buggy as hell, I guarantee you that you will not complete a playthrough without experiencing some sort of bug, from clipping, to items not working properly, and to being able to reset the availability of some limited items.”
grinding
105 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviews on the grinding aspect of the game are mixed, with many players finding it tedious and time-consuming, particularly in the late game where enemy encounters and navigation can feel repetitive. Some players appreciate the lack of mandatory grinding, noting that character progression can be achieved through side quests and exploration, while others feel that the game still requires significant effort to achieve 100% completion. Overall, while some enjoy the sense of progression, many agree that the grinding can detract from the overall experience.
- “Story was good, had a lot of fun making broken team builds towards the end (and I did it with no grinding required, which was a huge plus).”
- “It's not grindy.”
- “The game isn't that grindy but it is lore heavy which was much appreciated and more enjoyable for me.”
- “It's super tedious and really ruins the flow of the game.”
- “The story halted in favor of grinding for experience or other resources, and at the time, I just got too frustrated with it and left.”
- “The grinding aspect isn't really there for an RPG; you do have battles along the way obviously, but it never felt like I had to grind out battles to continue the story as there's plenty of sidequests, bounties, and minions to kill/do you'll never have to grind.”
character development
60 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Character development in the game is a mixed bag, with some players praising the depth and richness of certain characters' stories, particularly those from League of Legends, while others criticize it as shallow and lacking impact. Many reviews highlight the strong character designs and engaging interactions, but also note that some characters feel one-dimensional and underdeveloped. Overall, the game offers a blend of solid character development alongside notable shortcomings, leaving players with varied experiences.
- “The character development is super deep and rich, and the story as a whole is interesting and held my attention all the way through.”
- “Each character received their role, their story, and character development throughout the game, and it was a joy watching it all happen.”
- “The character dynamics and interactions are excellent, and it feels so good for certain characters to have actual narrative and character development.”
- “There are some truly vapid attempts at character development for these husks.”
- “The character development is shallow, leaving players disconnected from the protagonists they are supposed to care about.”
- “A lot of the characters come off as very one-dimensional and there is minor character development by the end of the game.”
humor
46 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is generally well-received, with players appreciating the witty dialogue, character interactions, and amusing moments throughout the story. Many highlight the charm of the characters, particularly their humorous quirks and the clever Easter eggs related to League of Legends. However, some players also note that the humor can be overshadowed by bugs and glitches, which can lead to both frustrating and funny situations.
- “Oh, and don't even get me started on how funny each and every single interaction in the game is.”
- “The voice acting and character interactions were both awesome and hilarious, and they also made a lot of quality of life and gameplay improvements from Battle Chasers.”
- “The ultimate ability cut scenes are hilarious and I enjoy it every time.”
- “Not funny, Riot.”
replayability
45 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game's replayability is generally considered low, with many players noting a lack of endgame content and limited incentives for multiple playthroughs. While some appreciate the engaging story and character variety, the absence of significant player choices and mechanics like New Game+ diminishes replay value. A few players mention that exploring different character setups or difficulty levels can provide some replayability, but many express a desire for additional content or features to enhance the experience.
- “Lots of replay value and a really good story to keep me interested.”
- “Great quality, replayability, intriguing scenario, good balance and final touches.”
- “Replayability is great due to all the bugs that soft lock you out of the game, and forces you to either full restart your playthrough or if lucky and you have a valid save, you only have to replay the last 4 hours of what you just did.”
- “There isn't much instant replay value and there are more than a few bugs, but on the whole, it's a fun experience. I will try more of the 'League of Legends Story' series.”
- “The only thing missing here is replayability and end-game content.”
- “Lack of replayability; to be fair, it is a single-player story game, so it's not always expected for there to be much replayability, but I still thought it a shame for a $45 game with such interesting and fun gameplay to not have much replayability other than turning the difficulty up.”
emotional
29 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game is a mixed bag, with some players praising the heartfelt character development and touching moments, particularly through well-written dialogue and music that enhances the mood. However, others criticize the story for being boring and lacking depth, making it difficult to form emotional attachments to the characters. Overall, while some find the experience wholesome and immersive, others feel let down by the narrative's execution.
- “The music perfectly complements the mood of each scene, elevating the emotional impact of key moments in the story.”
- “One of my favorite parts is your characters slowly getting more used to each other and it makes it a lot more wholesome the longer you play with them.”
- “This is the first game in a long time that has made me feel this way.”
- “The good graphics and okay combat don’t make up for the boring story, annoying dungeon mechanics, and lifeless cutscenes.”
- “Cookie-cutter boring story - zero worldbuilding and character development.”
atmosphere
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its rich character and immersive design, effectively transporting players to the vibrant world of Bilgewater. Reviewers highlight the stunning visuals, engaging music, and strong storytelling that enhance the overall experience, making exploration enjoyable and rewarding. While some mention minor gameplay flaws, the overall ambiance and artistic direction create a captivating and memorable environment.
- “It's not perfect or like a cinematic masterpiece, but it is absolutely dripping with character and atmosphere. You genuinely feel like you're in Bilgewater; it's insane how well the lore fits into the game without needing to read through a bunch of text-based lore. Even little things, like getting jumped in the rough parts of town despite it being a supposed no-combat zone, add so much flavor to the game.”
- “Amazing storytelling is at the forefront of this game, and boy does it deliver. You get lost in the region of Bilgewater with its beautiful atmosphere.”
- “If you like the atmosphere you will like the game, but unfortunately, this game has great presentation that masks what I consider some underlying flaws in the gameplay and story flow that make it feel like fanservice.”
- “It's very much an old-school RPG, with relatively limited choice and dialogue, but it makes up for it with its strong atmosphere and art design and, in my opinion, one of the most interesting implementations of active time turn-based combat I can recall seeing, a real improvement over Nightwar.”
- “The art style is consistent and beautiful, the world is charming and full of atmosphere, and the music serves to elevate both.”
optimization
25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game's optimization has received mixed reviews, with many players reporting significant performance issues such as frame rate stuttering, bugs, and glitches, even on high-end hardware. While some users noted that the game runs smoothly after certain adjustments, the general consensus is that it lacks polish and is not well-optimized for mouse and keyboard controls. Players are advised to approach the game with caution, as performance problems can detract from the overall experience.
- “Performance-wise, the game runs great; you should not have any issues running this game.”
- “A completely smooth performance and fun time!”
- “I got stuck in a wall forcing me to reload the game, frame rate stuttering even though my PC's specs are higher than recommended, quests given to you before you can actually complete them making you run around searching for this person to defeat, but doesn't actually spawn until later.”
- “The game could benefit from more polish and optimization to improve the overall experience.”
- “Bad performance/stuttering even with powerful hardware.”
monetization
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization model of the game is generally viewed as less intrusive compared to typical free-to-play collectible card games, though some players criticize it as a cash grab lacking depth and substance. While there are calls for more advertising to raise awareness, the overall sentiment reflects a mix of appreciation for its polish and disappointment in its reliance on fan service.
- “This game is a shameless cash grab without any substance whatsoever.”
- “Even though this is a cash grab and a fan-service type of game, they couldn't even bother to fill the familiar world with the characters that you know from League of Legends.”
- “Was hoping for more Riot, but good cash grab nonetheless.”