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Shadows: Awakening - Review @ Wccftech

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    [​IMG]Wccftech has reviewed the Action RPG Shadows: Awakening:

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    Shadows: Awakening Review - Diabelow Par

    Shadows: Awakening's very existence is a bit of a surprise. Back in 2014, developer Games Farm released Shadows: Heretic Kingdoms, a Diablo-style action-RPG that was supposed to be released in two installments. Unfortunately, Heretic Kingdom's promised "Book 2" finale never materialized. After years of waiting, many weary fans accepted the story would never be completed.

    But then, lo and behold, Shadows: Awakening was announced! Part remake, part sequel, the first half of Awakening redoes Heretic Kingdoms, while the back half provides the closure fans have been holding on for. Best of all, you can download the game for free if you already own Heretic Kingdoms. It's nice to see Games Farm finally delivering on their promises, but has the long wait been worth it? Or should this Diablo clone be sent back to hell?

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    Score: 6/10

    Shadows: Awakening presents a few interesting ideas and a surprisingly large, diverse world. Unfortunately, the game's ambitious vision is undermined by a host of basic storytelling, combat, and technical issues. Those desperate for some fresh hack 'n' slash fun will find things to like about Shadows: Awakening, but the game is easily eclipsed by Diablo and any number of other, better, action-RPGs.

    Pros
    • Dual realms concept is clever
    • Combining skills is satisfying
    • Sprawling, varied world
    • Good amount of replay
    Cons
    • Shadowrealm isn't much fun to hang out in
    • Story is confusing and unengaging
    • Clunky basic combat mechanics
    • Technical issues on PS4
     
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