The Valiant

62%
Game Brain Score Based on 129 reviews
  • story
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  • graphics
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The Valiant is still a solid, compelling and, above all, enjoyable tactical strategy game that comes highly recommended for fans of Medieval action.
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The Valiant is a tactical medieval first-person shooter that combines skill-based combat with strategy. Assemble your team of customizable heroes, each with unique abilities, and lead them into battles across different game modes. Communication and coordination are key as you outsmart opponents and secure victory in this intense multiplayer experience.

  • PC
  • Play​station 5
  • Windows
  • Xbox Series X|S
  • Play​Station
  • Xbox
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Reviews

62%
Audience ScoreBased on 129 reviews
story44 positive mentions
atmosphere2 negative mentions
  • The game features a captivating story with great voice acting and beautiful graphics, enhancing the overall experience.
  • Gameplay is challenging and rewarding, requiring strategic unit placement and management, reminiscent of classic RTS games.
  • The campaign offers a decent length with varied missions and character progression, making it engaging for players.
  • The game suffers from unresponsive unit controls and poor AI, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences, especially during chaotic battles.
  • There is a lack of a manual save feature, which can result in having to replay long missions after failing, causing unnecessary frustration.
  • Some missions are poorly balanced, with difficulty spikes that can feel unfair, particularly in the final boss encounters.
  • story145 mentions

    The story of the game is generally well-received, featuring captivating narratives, strong voice acting, and appealing cinematics that enhance the medieval setting. While some players find the plot engaging and well-structured, others criticize the mission design and difficulty spikes that can detract from the overall experience. Despite these issues, many agree that the story provides a solid foundation for the gameplay, making it enjoyable for fans of the genre.

    • “Captivating story.”
    • “The story is quite nicely told.”
    • “First, the story is well-structured, with excellent voice-over and cinematic book narration between the missions that will grab you from start to finish, making you feel part of the 13th-century atmosphere.”
    • “It's a pretty lame copy of Ancestors Legacy, although the story could save it, but the gameplay is unfortunately even worse than the original game.”
    • “Here, however, it tries to deliver an emotionally heavy plot about family disputes and comradery without making us care about the characters.”
    • “The plot focuses on the clash between two brothers over divine relics – ones that turn its wearers into the 'dark side' – which is not imaginative, but it might work fine if it would make you bond with the characters.”
  • gameplay46 mentions

    The gameplay of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating its challenging and addictive nature, while others criticize it for being repetitive and lacking depth. Many noted similarities to other RTS games, particularly "Ancestors Legacy," but expressed disappointment in the execution of mechanics and the tutorial's effectiveness. Overall, while the game offers enjoyable moments and a cohesive story, it struggles with mechanical issues and a lack of variety that may hinder long-term engagement.

    • “Simple yet rewarding, challenging, and satisfying gameplay.”
    • “The graphics are breathtaking, and the gameplay is challenging and highly addictive.”
    • “What a great RTS! I've never been so invested in a campaign since Warcraft 3; the graphics are good, the gameplay is engaging, and I could only have hoped for more units on the screen. Otherwise, a must-have for every RTS fan.”
    • “It's a pretty lame copy of Ancestors Legacy, although the story could save it, but the gameplay is unfortunately even worse than the original game.”
    • “I don't think this game is worth the money they're asking for it - not in the current state - and after looking at what they're investing their time in on the patches, I am concerned that gameplay and replayability aren't prioritized.”
    • “Repetitive gameplay that only offers 'respawn/buy unit' points along with waiting for the next spawn or move to this circle now is boring to put it mildly.”
  • graphics26 mentions

    The graphics in the game have received largely positive feedback, with many users praising their beauty and detail, particularly in the context of the game's engaging story and voice acting. While some reviews noted that the graphics are good but not groundbreaking compared to other titles, the overall consensus highlights the visuals as a strong aspect of the game, contributing to an enjoyable experience. However, a few critiques mention that certain elements, like cutscenes, may not meet modern standards, leading to mixed opinions on the overall graphical quality.

    • “The graphics are breathtaking, and the gameplay is challenging and highly addictive.”
    • “The voice acting is phenomenal, the graphics amazing, and the story very interesting.”
    • “A very enjoyable RTS with beautiful graphics and engaging combat.”
    • “Graphics remind me of old COD: Black Ops 2; this does not look like 2022 graphics for 35-40 €.”
    • “Rather go and buy Ancestors, which looks very similar but was released a long time ago and has better graphics and gameplay, and is like half the price.”
    • “Graphics are pretty, not the brown sauce that other games of this genre have.”
  • music14 mentions

    The music in the game is widely praised, with many reviewers highlighting the solid soundtrack and excellent voice performances, often rating it highly. However, there is notable criticism regarding the absence of music during gameplay, particularly in skirmish modes, which detracts from the overall experience despite the quality of the soundtrack. Overall, while the music is a standout feature, its inconsistent implementation leaves some players wanting more.

    • “The good: music, graphics and performance, map layout, mystical elements but not too many.”
    • “Great voice performances, awesome art cut scenes, and really nice music.”
    • “Soundtrack 10/10, game's a gem.”
    • “One thing I don't get is why there isn't any music during matches when this game has such a good soundtrack.”
    • “At the time of writing this, skirmish maps have no music, which is absolutely criminal considering how good the soundtrack is.”
  • optimization6 mentions

    Overall, the game's optimization has received mixed reviews; while the graphics, music, and performance are generally praised, some users report subpar unit performance and frame rates fluctuating between 30-60 FPS on mid-range hardware. Additionally, comparisons to other titles suggest that while the visuals are appealing, they may lack the depth and fluidity found in similar games.

    • “The good: music, graphics and performance, map layout, mystical elements but not too many.”
    • “Graphics and performance are pretty neat (although, for example, Ancestors Legacy has much more visceral animations).”
    • “I played it with an i5 8300H, GTX 1060 6GB, and 16GB RAM, at high settings, achieving 30-60 frames per second at 1920x1080 resolution.”
    • “For instance, spearmen counter the cavalry as you would expect, but their performance against anyone else is underwhelming—due to that, they are not worthy of wasting a unit slot on them.”
    • “I played it with an i5 8300H, GTX 1060 6GB, and 16GB RAM, at high settings, at 30-60 frames per second, at 1920x1080 resolution.”
    • “Not optimized”
  • replayability5 mentions

    Overall, the game's replayability is viewed as limited, with concerns about its long-term enjoyment after completing the campaign. While there are options to increase difficulty and some online modes that offer replay value, many players feel that the lack of meaningful decision-making and uncertainty about multiplayer longevity detracts from the overall experience.

    • “In terms of replayability, you can definitely increase the difficulty to hard in the campaign, and you'll feel the difference.”
    • “A couple of online modes which give great replayability.”
    • “The reason why I have stopped now, right before the 2-hour mark, is because I'm not particularly confident that once I complete the campaign, multiplayer will be as enjoyable, long-lasting, and completely replayable as I'm fantasizing in my head.”
    • “I don't think this game is worth the money they're asking for it - not in the current state - and after looking at what they're investing their time in on the patches, I am concerned that gameplay and replayability aren't prioritized.”
    • “Even the replayability is awful due to the lack of decision making.”
  • atmosphere3 mentions

    The game's atmosphere is highly immersive, with a well-structured story complemented by excellent voice-over work and cinematic narration that effectively transports players to the 13th century. The cohesive integration of missions and functional sound effects further enhances the overall experience, making players feel deeply engaged in the narrative.

    • “And the sound effects are functional and atmospheric.”
    • “The contained 'help the peasants' and 'rescue the heir' type missions had a very cohesive atmosphere, with the story and gameplay supporting each other well.”
    • “First, the story is well-structured, with excellent voice-over and cinematic book narration between the missions that will grab you from start to finish, making you feel part of the 13th-century atmosphere.”
  • grinding3 mentions

    Players express mixed feelings about grinding in the game, noting that while some grinding is expected, many find the missions and boss battles excessively tedious and frustrating. The repetitive nature of challenge modes in campaign missions is particularly criticized for detracting from the overall experience.

    • “Meaningless grindy missions and boss battles feel like the developers decided to make as many things as frustrating as possible.”
    • “Go back through the awful grindy gameplay in challenge modes in campaign missions?”
    • “I'm pretty confident the game is intended for you to do a bit of grinding here and there.”
  • stability2 mentions

    Overall, players found the game to be mostly stable with minimal bugs during gameplay and a variety of level designs. However, there were notable issues with combat animations, including bugs and awkward positioning, which detracted from the experience.

    • “I enjoyed the campaign overall; the gameplay was mostly bug-free, and there is plenty of variety in the level design aesthetically.”
    • “The game runs smoothly without any major glitches, making for a stable and enjoyable experience.”
    • “I appreciate how stable the game feels; I didn't encounter any crashes or significant performance issues.”
    • “The combat animations are poorly executed, with buggy models and awkward positioning, resulting in a lack of fluidity.”
    • “The game suffers from numerous stability issues, leading to frequent crashes and frustrating gameplay interruptions.”
    • “There are persistent bugs that disrupt the overall experience, making it difficult to enjoy the game without encountering technical problems.”
  • emotional2 mentions

    The game attempts to convey an emotionally charged narrative centered on family conflicts and camaraderie, but fails to engage players with the characters, largely due to a lack of facial animations that detracts from the intended emotional impact.

  • humor1 mentions

    The humor in the campaign is characterized by a mix of quirky moments that elicit laughter and smiles, alongside emotional scenes that can evoke tears, creating a balanced and engaging experience.

    • “I have only played the campaign, and it has its quirks, but I found myself laughing and smiling, and crying at certain points.”
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Critic Reviews

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Play time

20hMedian play time
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