- December 22, 2020
- Musclebird
Waiting For The Raven
Platforms
About
"Waiting for the Raven" is a hybrid first-person/top-down game where you become a master of spies, controlling the underworld and taking over the city. Use various tools such as treachery, espionage, abduction, and bribes to eliminate opponents, negotiate with characters, and solve puzzles. With multiple approaches available, players can choose their own path to become a cruel boss, cult leader, or secretive spymaster.











- The game offers a unique blend of espionage, business management, and an intriguing story, making it enjoyable for players who appreciate strategic gameplay.
- The atmosphere is immersive, with good voice acting and engaging puzzles that enhance the overall experience.
- There is a lot of replayability due to the choices that impact the story and the various scenarios players can explore.
- The user interface is cumbersome and poorly designed, especially when managing multiple agents, which detracts from the gameplay experience.
- The game is plagued by bugs and technical issues, leading to frustrating gameplay moments and a sense of being unfinished.
- Some players find the gameplay slow and lacking in depth, with a focus on resource management rather than the espionage elements that were expected.
story
82 mentions Positive Neutral NegativeThe game's story is a blend of espionage and business management, featuring impactful choices that shape the narrative, though some players find the espionage elements overly simplified. While the storytelling and presentation are praised for their immersive quality and engaging atmosphere, many feel that the characters lack depth and memorability, making the overall experience less compelling on subsequent playthroughs. Despite its intriguing premise, the story can feel slow-paced and may require players to establish themselves in the game before fully engaging with the main missions.
“The narration makes it feel very immersive and the gloomy atmosphere really sets the mood for the period-accurate storyline.”
“I love the story and the overall tone of the environment.”
“The story takes place in a medieval/fantasy world full of consistent decisions where you have to make.”
“It's supposed to be a story about espionage, but a lot of the time the 'espionage' is simplified to nothing more than a few values and button presses.”
“As it is now, it's so story heavy I can't really get into it a second time, as every decision quickly forms a meta.”
“Maybe I'm just not good at it, but I never figured out what the actual story was or who my character was when I had already become the city's largest drug dealer, smuggler, and casino magnate and was figuring out how to conquer everything I didn't own when I lost all enthusiasm.”