The 4th Coming

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The 4th Coming is a multiplayer hack and slash game with a fantasy theme. It was developed by D4O AG and was released on November 18, 2019. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

There was a time long ago when Elves wandered the world in great numbers, when their achievements outshone even the brightness of the sun, when human and dwarven civilizations were still in their infancies. There was a time of legends and heroes, of incredible accomplishments and great deeds, a time when the world knew true grandeur. That time is long gone, however, crushed under the heel of fate …

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Audience ScoreBased on 58 reviews

music3 positive mentions

atmosphere3 negative mentions

The game offers a nostalgic experience for players who enjoyed classic MMORPGs in the 90s.
The humor and quirky storytelling provide a unique charm that can be entertaining for those who appreciate parody RPGs.
Achievement accessibility is high, making it easy for players to earn rewards without significant investment.

The registration and login process is confusing and frustrating, often leading to failed attempts to access the game.
Graphics and overall presentation feel outdated, which may deter new players looking for modern visuals.
Gameplay mechanics are clunky and lack quality of life improvements, making it difficult for newcomers to engage with the game.

story
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is praised for its immersive and captivating narrative, which integrates seamlessly into gameplay, making quests feel like significant chapters in an epic adventure. However, some players find the lack of a functional quest log and repetitive missions can detract from the experience, leading to confusion and monotony at times. Overall, while the storytelling is considered phenomenal and a highlight of the game, there are calls for improvements and new content to enhance the experience.
- “One of the standout features is the game's immersive storytelling.”
- “The 4th Coming weaves a captivating narrative seamlessly into the gameplay, making each quest feel like a chapter in an epic adventure.”
- “It doesn't have the best graphics, but the storyline is phenomenal... I mean months, if not years to finish... I love it!!”
- “It came out almost 30 years ago and there's still no functional quest log.”
- “Couldn't figure out what to do; if there's a quest or something, there was nothing above characters' heads where I started.”
- “Repetitive missions could make the experience monotonous from time to time, while some optimization issues could negatively affect the game flow.”
gameplay
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is described as a mix of nostalgic charm and modern elements, though it suffers from outdated quality of life mechanics and optimization issues that can detract from the experience. Players appreciate the captivating narrative woven into the gameplay, enhancing the sense of adventure, while the PvP mechanics are highlighted as some of the best in the genre. Overall, the game offers a refreshing blend of old and new, but may require some effort to fully understand its mechanics.
- “I'm thrilled to share that it's a refreshing blend of nostalgia and modern gameplay.”
- “The 4th coming weaves a captivating narrative seamlessly into the gameplay, making each quest feel like a chapter in an epic adventure.”
- “Probably the best PvP mechanics compared to any other game.”
- “It's quality of life mechanics are non-existent (or, better said, they're outdated by 30 years.)”
- “You'll most likely need to do some reading to get to the core of how mechanics work.”
- “[b]Optimization issues:[/b] The game can have some optimization issues, which can negatively affect the gameplay experience.”
graphics
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's graphics are polarizing; while some players find them dated and mediocre, contributing to a lack of appeal, others appreciate the detailed visuals that enhance the game's mysterious atmosphere. Overall, the graphics may not be cutting-edge, but they effectively support the immersive experience for those who value atmosphere over technical prowess.
- “The atmosphere and graphics were one of the most mesmerizing aspects of the game.”
- “The detailed and impressive graphics allowed me to really feel the mysterious world.”
- “Detailed and impressive graphics offer a pleasant experience.”
- “Visually, this has some fairly mediocre and dated-looking graphics that will understandably be a turn-off for a lot of gamers, and it's a big contributor to the failure of the game to attract players despite having no up-front cost.”
- “It has graphics that make Ultima Online look like a modern PC title, and much of the questing and world layout feels very dated.”
- “---{ graphics }---”
atmosphere
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Die 4te offenbarung is praised for its captivating and mysterious atmosphere, enhanced by stunning graphics and immersive sound effects. The combination of these elements creates a compelling environment that draws players into the game's world, making it particularly appealing to fans of mystery and challenging puzzles.
- “Die 4te Offenbarung is a game characterized by its mysterious atmosphere and challenging puzzles.”
- “The atmosphere and graphics were one of the most mesmerizing aspects of the game.”
- “The sound effects and music complemented the atmosphere and drew me into the world.”
music
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music and sound effects in the game effectively enhance the atmosphere, immersing players in its world. While some find the music catchy and engaging, others liken it to nostalgic MIDI versions reminiscent of older video game soundtracks. Overall, the audio elements contribute positively to the gaming experience.
- “The sound effects and music complemented the atmosphere and drew me into the world.”
- “The game's music and sound effects draw players into that world and enrich the atmosphere.”
- “It has some catchy music though.”
- “Like catchy like when you're cracking a program and the crack program has a MIDI version of some video game song playing at full volume while you wait for it to be done.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players indicate that grinding in the game can be quite demanding, often requiring significant time investment or additional lives to progress effectively.
- “The grinding mechanics are engaging and rewarding.”
- “I love how grinding feels purposeful and contributes to my overall progress.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
- “I spent hours grinding, and it still feels like I'm not making any progress.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users report significant stability issues, particularly with the "easy" 1/1 achievement, which is described as extremely buggy. The click-to-answer feature fails to function properly for responses containing two or more words, leading to frustration among players.
- “If you're here for the 'easy' 1/1 achievement (which is extremely buggy), see my guide for how to complete it quickly and reliably: [url=https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=3311152948]first start achievement guide (updated)[/url]”
- “- Buggy system; clicking to answer does not work on responses with two or more words.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players report that the game evokes a strong sense of excitement and emotional engagement, likening the experience to that of a mystery hunter uncovering secrets at every turn.
- “The game made me feel like a mystery hunter and gave me the excitement of discovering a new secret at every step.”