7.5 / 10
Good
DFG SCORE
A very good game, far above average & recommended.
Pros
- The character and party creation system is simple to use and allows a great amount of control in building your team, from picking between different races, classes, and allocating original point distribution for skills
- With 100+ quests there are hours of gameplay available
- The expansive plot and range of characters you can meet really help to immerse you within the game world
- There is a wide range of spells to learn, loot to find, and magical weapons
Cons
- Graphics aren't the best and might put off some gamers but are similar to previous Spiderweb Software titles.
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Avernum 4 Review
Review by Alex
Avernum 4 is a classic-style role-playing-game and keeps to the tried and true point-and-clicking adventuring of its predecessors.
Character Creation
The flexibility in creating your four character team out of warriors, mages, rogues, and many other classes is very well done and lets you pick characters that fit your play style. Fine tune their skills and spells as you level up and explore the murky depths of Avernum in order to form a well rounded team.
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Battle
The wide variety of dangerous creatures, such as goblins, shades, and the undead, which you can fight within the turn-based battle system, keeps the game fresh as you explore all the nooks and crannies of this underground realm. Combat is very easy with entering into action mode whenever an enemy notices you, then simply move your character, cast a spell, or attack when it is your characters turn to move.
Quests
There is plenty of action to find as well as Avernum 4 boasts tons of quests, more than 100, for you to take on, be it finding a lost ring for a dishonored family, destroying some nasty bugs in the deeper parts of a valuable mine, or translating some ancient scrolls. The non-linear quality to some quests is very interesting as well in that you can choose to just rush into a fight head-on, or you can find a way to sneak around from behind which leaves the game open to your own play style and the strengths within your team at that time.
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Graphics
The only down side to this title is that the graphics and animations aren't as good as other RPGs, but fans of any of the other Spiderweb Software games will instantly recognize their hand in developing this game. While this may turn off some new players at first, it is highly recommended to try out the demo because, while it may lack in this one department, the game provides a truly compelling tale and depth of gameplay that more than makes up for it.
Conclusion - Above Average RPG
So if you are a fan of the series, Avernum 4 provides more of the great RPG action these titles are known for and is a great game for new players to sink their teeth into the classic RPG genre.
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