The Lost Legends of Redwall: The Scout Anthology
- February 20, 2024
- Soma Games
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Get on Xbox Games Store"The Lost Legends of Redwall: The Scout Anthology" is a linear action-adventure game set in the world of Mossflower, where players step into the roles of Liam or Sophia, newest members of the Lilygrove Scout Corps. In Act 1, they must outwit attacking sea rats and light the beacon to summon aid. Act 2 continues the journey, with the Scout Corps rallying to fend off enemies and protect their home. This is the first official Redwall story since 2011.
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Reviews
- The game beautifully captures the Redwall theme with engaging dialogue and immersive mouse-themed mechanics.
- Great voice acting and a rich lore filled with references and easter eggs make it a delightful experience for fans of the series.
- The artwork and environments are stunning, showcasing a lot of love and care in the game's design.
- The game suffers from bugs and glitches that can hinder progress and affect gameplay experience.
- Graphics are somewhat outdated and the gameplay feels unpolished, with clunky controls and occasional design issues.
- Some players may find the information dumps during conversations overwhelming, and the repetition in gameplay can be disappointing.
- story13 mentions
- 46 % positive mentions
- 31 % neutral mentions
- 23 % negative mentions
The game's story is praised for its originality and engaging characters, particularly following the lilygrove scouts in a stealthy adventure. While some players find the information overload during character interactions overwhelming, the narrative is described as heartfelt and well-crafted, appealing especially to fans of the source material. Despite its short length of under 10 hours, the story is noted to be a significant highlight, complemented by good graphics and voice acting.
“But the majority of the game stands on its own original characters and storyline following the Lilygrove Scouts, which can best be compared to the Guosim as a band of warriors looking to protect Mossflower Woods.”
“Love the story, but the info dump when you speak to the characters can be a little bit overwhelming sometimes.”
“If you have no interest in the books, then this is a decent stealth game with a few janky segments and more emphasis on the story.”
“It's only a short game - less than 10 hours to get through the whole story if you skip some optional quests and don't try to 100% it - but there's clearly a lot of love put into it.”
- gameplay11 mentions
- 27 % positive mentions
- 45 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
The gameplay features unique mechanics, particularly the scent system that enhances immersion and strategy, allowing players to navigate and manipulate enemies effectively. However, the execution suffers from unpolished graphics, clunky movement, and monotonous stealth elements, which may deter newcomers to the Redwall universe. While there are moments of creativity and care for the lore, many players feel that the gameplay needs refinement to fully engage and excite.
“The mouse-themed mechanics, like scrambling on all fours to sprint and following scents, do a good job of making you feel like a mouse.”
“The scent mechanic was interesting and had more uses than I originally thought, adding a new layer of gameplay that I did not appreciate fully until partway through the anthology.”
“One unique element of this game is the scent mechanic, where enemies can detect your scent depending on the wind's direction, but it can also be used to lure them into traps.”
“However, for someone who hasn't had any experience with the Redwall universe, the graphics, somewhat unpolished gameplay, and slightly clunky movement will probably be pretty off-putting.”
“Despite the building of mechanics within each game and the consistent villain throughout, Scumsnout was underrepresented (especially in the final act), and the final level did not spark any real excitement.”
“While this game has some unique mechanics and story elements that are somewhat interesting to look at, the design of the stealth set-pieces is far too monotonous to hold much attention.”
- graphics10 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 30 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The game's graphics are described as somewhat unpolished and occasionally outdated, with issues like background elements popping in and clunky movement. However, fans of the Redwall universe appreciate the stylized visuals and artwork that effectively capture the essence of the books, complemented by passionate voice acting and a strong narrative. Overall, while the graphics may not be top-tier, they resonate well with the game's storytelling and lore.
“Great visuals and Redwall lore.”
“Superb artwork, character models and animation, and music.”
“I grew up with the Redwall books, and the aesthetic of the books carries really well into the stylized graphics of the game.”
“The game itself does not have the best graphics or anything, and it's not that polished, but it has the best music out of any game I have played.”
“However, for someone who hasn't had any experience with the Redwall universe, the graphics, somewhat unpolished gameplay, and slightly clunky movement will probably be pretty off-putting.”
“Graphics are a little outdated, but as I said, if you are a fan or you enjoy a good story, it doesn't bother that much.”
- music4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised by some players as the standout feature, with one user calling it the best they've experienced, while others find it bland and note issues with sound design. Overall, the music elicits strong emotional responses, with requests for its release on platforms like Spotify.
“The game itself does not have the best graphics or anything, and it's not that polished, but it has the best music out of any game I have played.”
“Superb artwork, character models and animation, and music.”
“(Please release that song on Spotify, I'm begging you.)”
“The sound design is unbalanced and the music is bland.”
- stability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The stability of the game is inconsistent, with some users reporting numerous bugs and glitches that necessitate restarting chapters, while others have experienced a smooth, bug-free experience in the anthology.
“There were too many bugs and glitches, sometimes powerful enough that I had to restart the chapter to get rid of them.”
- humor1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is largely considered ineffective, with some users noting that it fails to be amusing, even in a "so bad it's good" way.
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the books is generally well-crafted, effectively immersing readers in the narrative, though some find the unexpectedly gruesome deaths to be a jarring contrast to the overall tone.
“The atmosphere of the game is immersive and captivating, drawing players into its richly detailed world.”
“The haunting sound design and stunning visuals create an unforgettable atmosphere that keeps you on the edge of your seat.”
“Every location feels alive, with a unique atmosphere that enhances the storytelling and emotional impact of the game.”
“The atmosphere of the game is well-crafted, but the surprisingly gruesome deaths can be jarring.”
“The overall ambiance feels flat and uninspired, lacking the depth needed to immerse players.”
“While the visuals are stunning, the atmosphere fails to evoke any real sense of tension or excitement.”
