Waiting For The Raven

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"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.

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Single-Player

+11

80%

Audience ScoreBased on 132 reviews

story22 positive mentions

stability8 negative mentions

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 Negative
27%
69%
4%
The 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.”
gameplay
68 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
15%
81%
4%
The gameplay is characterized by complex mechanics that allow for meaningful choices impacting the story, though some players find the user experience convoluted and the interface clunky. While the game offers engaging puzzle-solving and strategic elements reminiscent of grand strategy games, it suffers from a lack of intuitive design and insufficient guidance, which can lead to frustration. Overall, the game has potential with its unique mechanics and narrative depth, but it may require patience and a willingness to navigate its imperfections.
- “There are choices you can make that impact the outcome of the story, so anyone saying the gameplay is shallow likely hasn't even completed the first few missions.”
- “Good spymaster game, with some very interesting mechanics and some good puzzle solving, that give you the feeling of running a spy ring.”
- “The game’s mechanics are complex but fun - if you can figure them out.”
- “This is a horribly unpolished game with a clunky UI and shallow gameplay.”
- “The game makes no sense as a mystery or intrigue challenge; you're a thug taking over a city with a gang, and everything else is pretense that adds nothing to the gameplay.”
- “For a game that is so complex mechanically, the gameplay experience is hindered by the overall game design not being particularly intuitive and sometimes failing to provide adequate instructions on how to play.”
graphics
34 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
47%
44%
9%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the art style and medieval ambiance, while others find them lacking and in need of improvement. Despite the graphics not being standout, many reviewers emphasize that the gameplay and overall experience compensate for any visual shortcomings. Overall, the graphics are described as decent to acceptable, with some praising the quality given the game's indie status.
- “Also of note is the quality of the narration and art style which I didn't expect in an indie game, let alone an early access one.”
- “Impressive game considering this comes from a solo dev, graphics are not bad at all, nice touch with the voice actors!”
- “Well done, story well written and the graphics are amazing.”
- “The graphics, screenshot, and the trailer didn't make me interested in this game, although the premise of the game made me a little curious.”
- “- Improve the graphics.”
- “Forget the graphics, forget the price point, forget the audio, forget everything else.”
music
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
50%
21%
The music in the game is generally praised for being enjoyable and fitting, with a standout "badass" soundtrack that enhances the experience. While the tracks are pleasing, they may not be particularly memorable, and players can adjust the music's intensity through wardrobe choices. Overall, the sound design is well-received, though some feel the user interface could use improvement.
- “The sound and music are great; the 3D has its unique style, though the UI needs some polish. It takes some patience to get into the game mechanics.”
- “+ fitting music”
- “Similar to the art and graphics, the musical tracks are pleasing but not particularly noteworthy or memorable.”
- “It is interesting though that you can change the music’s intensity by selecting different clothes in the wardrobe.”
- “Furthermore, the soundtrack is badass.”
atmosphere
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
33%
17%
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its immersive qualities, effectively capturing a dark and mysterious tone that complements the espionage theme. Players appreciate the anticipation of jump scares and the engaging elements like reading letters and solving puzzles, all of which enhance the overall experience. The minimal yet impactful atmosphere, combined with strong narration, creates a compelling and period-accurate setting that draws players in.
- “The atmosphere is very well done, and I found myself anticipating jump scares with just how on your toes some things can get you, and how immersed you can be as you read letters, decipher coded puzzles, and contemplate the next steps you'll take.”
- “The narration makes it feel very immersive, and the gloomy atmosphere really sets the mood for the period-accurate storyline.”
- “Even though it is rather minimal, the atmosphere managed to successfully get me immersed into the dark and mysterious tone of the game.”
- “Prepare to dwell into the gloomy and misty atmosphere.”
- “The general atmosphere of the game fits so well to the espionage theme of it.”
replayability
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
20%
60%
20%
The game offers significant replayability with various scenarios to explore, appealing to players seeking diverse experiences. However, it lacks some key features typical of grand strategy games that enhance replay value, and the inclusion of achievements may influence its overall replayability positively or negatively.
- “There is a lot of replayability here, as well as different scenarios you can play.”
- “Depending on that, the game could potentially gain or lose replay value.”
- “For some players, achievements can create replay value.”
stability
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game exhibits noticeable stability issues, with frequent bugs and a clunky, unfinished feel. However, the developer is proactive in addressing these problems and welcomes player feedback, which may enhance the experience for those willing to overlook the rough edges. Overall, while the game can be frustrating at times, it still offers enjoyable gameplay for those who are patient.
- “Game looks like an unfinished project; it's so clunky, buggy, and outdated, making it hard to get any information about anything.”
- “It's buggy and feels unfinished, but it is actually fun if you don't mind some very rough edges.”
- “The problems of the first session could only be some buggy UI display and the strategy management part.”
grinding
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviews on the aspect of "grinding" highlight a mixed experience; while some players find the progression engaging and not overly grindy, others criticize the user interface for making empire management tedious and contributing to a sense of grinding in the game's grand strategy elements. Overall, the perception of grinding varies significantly among players, with some enjoying the depth and others feeling it detracts from the experience.
- “But the terrible UI makes empire management tedious and boring.”
- “Most of the 'grand strategy' in this game consists of grinding.”
- “But the terrible UI makes empire management tedious and boring.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game effectively balances humor and horror, creating a unique blend that enhances the overall experience. This combination allows for moments of levity amidst the tension, appealing to a wide range of players.
- “Balances nicely between humor and horror.”

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