Vendetta: Curse of Raven's Cry

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Vendetta: Curse of Raven's Cry is a single player open world role playing game with fantasy and historical themes. It was developed by Reality Pump Studios and was released on November 20, 2015. It received neutral reviews from players.

Step into the boots of the vicious pirate Christopher Raven and get revenge on the men who killed your family and took your hand. Explore the Caribbean on land and sea, slaying your enemies with a combination of blades, bullets and cannon-fire. Vendetta’s free-flowing combat system allows you to dispatch your foes in a variety of brutal ways; use blocks, counters, parries, pistols, combos and deva…

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46%

Audience ScoreBased on 348 reviews

story48 positive mentions

gameplay11 negative mentions

Authentic dark pirate atmosphere with immersive Caribbean setting and detailed environments.
Engaging storyline and well-written main quest with likeable characters.
Naval combat is solid and offers a sense of progression with ship upgrades; side quests and exploration add content variety.

Severe technical issues including frequent crashes, bugs, and poor optimization that hinder gameplay.
Clunky and frustrating melee combat system, especially problematic against multiple enemies and animals.
Poor and intrusive DRM requiring personal data registration; broken or missing quest elements and awkward controls.

story
208 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
23%
70%
7%
The story in this pirate-themed RPG is generally viewed as engaging, with a dark and mature revenge narrative enriched by likable, though sometimes inconsistently developed characters and varied side quests. However, it suffers from numerous bugs, quest design issues, and technical problems that often disrupt progression and immersion. While some appreciate its authentic pirate atmosphere and storytelling depth, many find the narrative marred by repetitive or unfinished quests and poor execution in voice acting and cutscenes.
- “The game plunges you into a dark and intriguing narrative, laden with rich characters and jaw-dropping plot twists that are so splendidly orchestrated that one might say they are 'algorithmically flawless.'”
- “For all that's good - it has one of the best storylines in game I have ever seen, loved it.”
- “The story is incredible with strong writing and it doesn't shy away from the true nature of the pirate life.”
- “The story line is crock, it tries so hard to be badass with swearing in game, characters talk but their mouths don't open and they all repeat the same sentences over and over. The animation, gameplay, the way the characters walk and jump, the way you fight battles—literally everything is just so bad, it makes the game totally unplayable no matter how hard you try to get into it to give it a chance; it just kills you.”
- “Main and side quest design is very often bugged, doesn't register quest progress, some quest details don't update, there's no markers and the entire gameplay is highly repetitive.”
- “There are so many unfinished plots, missing dialogs or cutscenes, that the only progress which the player feels is the main story and upgrading the ship, even though the upgrades are needed for almost exclusively side missions and faction grind.”
graphics
70 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
51%
16%
The graphics in Vendetta: Curse of Raven's Cry are generally considered dated and clunky, with uneven quality ranging from atmospheric and moody scenes to occasional glitches and low-detail character animations. While some appreciate the game's dark, realistic art style and certain visually appealing environments, many note that the visuals fall short compared to more modern pirate-themed games, with performance issues and graphical inconsistencies affecting the overall experience. Nonetheless, some players find the graphics acceptable given the game's age and enjoy exploring the world despite these shortcomings.
- “Sadly, the story seems really interesting, and the graphics, even by today's standards, look good in 4K with a dark atmosphere.”
- “The visuals, a pixelated paradise for the optic receptors, are beyond compare.”
- “Visuals are just as good; the game is fairly gloomy but features not only dark jungles and dirty docks but also beautiful beaches and authentic, pleasant wealthier town parts.”
- “Seriously, I bought this game off G2A for 3.75 Canadian dollars and spent $40 on Sea Dogs games only to be disappointed by how outdated the engine was. I even purchased Maelstrom and installed New Horizons (which is cool) but nowhere near what we should accept as a pirate RPG - graphically.”
- “The graphics look like they are from 2010 (game was released in 2015), the storytelling is minimal, doesn't really get me all that excited to play and the voice acting is cheesy.”
- “It's hard to count the amount of graphical glitches that are still persisting in Vendetta even though the game was re-released on Steam in what was supposed to be an enhanced edition.”
gameplay
64 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
11%
72%
17%
The gameplay delivers a mixed experience, praised for satisfying and immersive naval combat and ship management but often criticized for clunky, unintuitive, and frustrating melee mechanics and quest execution. While some enjoy the pirate-themed exploration and atmosphere, many players find the combat, bugs, repetitive quests, and overall mechanics underdeveloped or poorly polished, detracting from the game's potential.
- “Intensely satisfying combat: the fighting mechanics are pretty solid, with some cool combos.”
- “The ship battles on the other hand felt fleshed out and smooth and it didn't take long to get used to different cannon types, their controls and the whole naval warfare mechanics and tactics.”
- “There's trading mechanics, managing your ship and crew, doing quests and most importantly, there's sailing to the open seas and naval battles.”
- “This game broke me though, through its gameplay mostly: unintuitive, clunky, unresponsive, dull, frustrating.”
- “Gameplay is extremely confusing, with an overwhelming combination of buttons you have to remember throughout the entire experience.”
- “Main and side quest design is very often bugged, doesn't register quest progress, some quest details don't update, there's no markers and the entire gameplay is highly repetitive.”
stability
44 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
2%
3%
95%
The game is widely criticized for being extremely buggy, with frequent crashes, glitches, and technical issues that often disrupt gameplay or make it unplayable. While some minor bugs are tolerable and patches have improved stability somewhat, many players still encounter game-breaking problems and poor optimization. Despite notable improvements over its initial release, the persistent instability remains a major detractor for most users.
- “Great graphics, awesome story, awesome combat, and bug free!”
- “The game barely worked then and 7 years later it's the same buggy mess that won't run on the most expensive gaming PCs due to crashes and horrible optimization.”
- “Warning: Vendetta - Curse of Raven's Cry is filled with technical bugs, glitches, missing dialogs, missing cut scenes, game crashes and other madness driving points, so if you expect a polished quality game, then Vendetta is the wrong choice!”
- “As much as I wish I didn't have to delete one of the very rare pirate games I do, this game crashes so often it's unplayable; there are glitches and bugs that should not be in a finished game.”
music
34 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
41%
9%
The game's music is widely praised for its authentic and immersive pirate-themed tracks, especially the tavern songs and street performances that enhance the atmosphere. While the background soundtrack is generally good, some find it less fitting or repetitive, but overall, the music stands out as a highlight and mood-setter within the pirate setting.
- “The music and sound effects are perfectly attuned to the ambiance of each scene.”
- “Music playing in taverns and on the streets by street performers is just fantastic with lots of various tunes one will recognize as typical tavern and sailor songs.”
- “A good story, naval warfare segments, trading goods, exploration of the beautiful Caribbean sea, piracy, looting, tomb-raiding, all wrapped up with a superb 17th century atmosphere and a charming soundtrack.”
- “There are only very few tracks that are played, and the game does not feel filled with music or other atmosphere-enhancing elements.”
- “Music playing in taverns and on the streets by street performers is just fantastic with lots of various tunes one will recognize as typical tavern or sailor songs; the actual background music, on the other hand, is kind of hit or miss - it doesn't sound bad as such, but it doesn't necessarily fit the setting all the time.”
- “The game overall is very buggy and bad to play; I found that conversations were clippy and sometimes went silent even though other reviewers have not had a problem, and music in taverns disappeared when you turned in certain directions.”
optimization
33 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
9%
52%
39%
Optimization for this game is widely criticized, with frequent reports of poor performance, low and unstable framerates, crashes, and numerous bugs affecting gameplay stability. While some players find it playable on mid-range hardware, many highlight significant issues that hinder smooth experience, especially in busy scenes or during naval battles. Despite this, fans note the game's charm and potential improvements through future optimization patches.
- “If it was remastered in Unreal Engine 5 and optimized for the latest hardware, with multiplayer cooperative gameplay allowing control of cannon crew, sail crew, and boarding sessions to fight onboard ships like you can on land, it would be amazing!”
- “The performance problems are absolutely negligible thanks to today's graphics cards.”
- “I hope the devs don't take this the wrong way but with a bit more optimization, a bit more polish and a patch or two to fix bugs and quality of life issues I would have no problem recommending it without any warnings.”
- “The game barely worked then and 7 years later it's the same buggy mess that won't run on the most expensive gaming PCs due to crashes and horrible optimization.”
- “Optimization in this piece of code just doesn't exist!”
- “I was really looking forward to Raven's Cry when it came out in January 2015, but after almost only terrible reviews explaining a game in alpha state, with missing dialogues, crashing, and very bad optimization, I put the game on hold until it was fixed/patched by the developers.”
atmosphere
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
64%
22%
14%
The game excels at creating a gritty and immersive 17th-century pirate atmosphere, capturing the harsh realities of piracy with detailed environments, diverse settings, and a fitting soundtrack. Despite some graphical inconsistencies and limited resources, its dark, oppressive mood and authentic Caribbean vibe strongly engage players, making the atmosphere a standout element that often compensates for gameplay shortcomings.
- “The environmental atmosphere walking through dreary cities of pissing pirates, lush and dangerous jungles with trap-filled ancient temples, drug-infused hallucination dreams, and seedy plantation islands was the leading factor that got me to finish the game despite its problems.”
- “A good story, naval warfare segments, trading goods, exploration of the beautiful Caribbean Sea, piracy, looting, tomb-raiding, all wrapped up with a superb 17th century atmosphere and a charming soundtrack - these are just a few aspects of what made Raven's Cry stand out for me.”
- “Vendetta lets you dive into an atmospheric 3rd person pirate-styled RPG where, as a captain of your own ship, you sail through dangerous seas, visit Spanish, French, English, and pirate ports, and find the pirates responsible for your family’s death.”
- “There are only very few tracks that are played, and the game does not feel filled with music or other atmosphere-enhancing elements.”
- “For example, I never realized why I used my dagger to nail that man's hand on the brothel table... it made sense considering the game's atmosphere/theme, but I never saw it coming, and it felt alien to the character I had built up in my mind.”
- “The atmosphere is drenched in grime, blood, and despair – no romanticized pirate life here, just harsh reality.”
humor
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's humor is often described as unintentional and janky, stemming from bad voice acting, clumsy animations, and inept writing, which some players find amusing in a "so bad it's funny" way. Despite its flaws, the game includes moments of dark and juvenile humor that add a quirky charm, with certain quests and absurd situations providing genuine laughs. Overall, the humor is hit-or-miss but contributes to a uniquely entertaining, if flawed, experience.
- “There are many cities to explore, with some gritty dark humor and refreshing language used.”
- “The slight RPG system helps you define your playstyle, and some abilities (like using the crow to steal) are just hilarious!”
- “The voice acting is terrible, the writing even worse, but it's so bad it actually becomes ridiculously funny at times.”
grinding
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Grinding in the game offers a mix of solid side quests and engaging faction content, though some missions and sea battles can feel long and tedious. While certain combat mechanics are poorly executed and repetitive grinding is required for progression and some achievements, many players still find the overall experience rewarding and less boring compared to other modern games.
- “Though most enemies can be cheesed with an attack pull and run method, it is very tedious and unfun to do so.”
- “The side quests are in most cases just grindy, where it is needed to sink first 2 ships, then stronger 4 and so on.”
- “It contains Steam achievements, most of which are easy to unlock with normal gameplay, however some may require replaying the game or grinding for a really long amount of time.”
emotional
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
80%
20%
The emotional aspect of the game elicits mixed reactions, with some players appreciating the deep emotional resonance of the music, while others feel disappointed and bored by the story, leading to frustration and disengagement.
- “One can't help but think that the digital composer behind these notes was programmed to evoke deep, emotional resonance in the player.”
- “By that time, I lost all interest in doing any sidequests because of how disappointed most of them made me feel, so I just focused on the main questline to finish the story.”
- “This game is so boring that it made me cry.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users find the microtransactions to be well worth the cost, indicating a positive view of the game's monetization.
- “The microtransactions are totally worth it.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game offers high replayability due to its non-linear story, multiple endings, and varied progression options, encouraging players to experience different outcomes.
- “The story is not linear and it has several endings, allowing for different progression paths, which adds plenty of replay value.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The character development is praised for its engaging design and well-executed voice acting, which together bring the characters to life effectively.

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Vendetta: Curse of Raven's Cry is a open world role playing game with fantasy and historical themes.

Vendetta: Curse of Raven's Cry is available on PC, Mac OS, Windows and Linux.

On average players spend around 16 hours playing Vendetta: Curse of Raven's Cry.

Vendetta: Curse of Raven's Cry was released on November 20, 2015.

Vendetta: Curse of Raven's Cry was developed by Reality Pump Studios.

Vendetta: Curse of Raven's Cry has received neutral reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its gameplay.

Vendetta: Curse of Raven's Cry is a single player game.

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