One my top ten of all time. It's just one of those games that clicked for me. Love the story and combat, and there's a pretty big world to explore. The loot is pretty cool aswell. So many different magical items, weapons and armour that drop along the way.
Played the original on the Xbox 360 and agree with all of the above. It was an unexpected sleeper hit for me that punched all the right buttons. My only gripe with the original was that the dungeons were a bit bland/boring in terms of layout and scenery. I don't know if this was resolved in the remake.
@@stephenembry4038 according to howlongtobeat it takes something like 49+ hours to complete main game + extras (if you want to be a completionist, it goes up to ~80 hours)
It seems like if it isn't souls like reviews hate it. Well guess what, people still enjoy just good old fashion hack and slash. This games combat is as advanced as you want it to be. It can be simple if you like or incredibly complex its up to you.
Don't think I said anything about not liking the combat. I did say I'd enjoy a targeting system but that's more an Ocarina of Time thing than a Dark Souls thing. Glad we both enjoyed the game ;)
So excited to get my hands on this version! Like many Switch games, the ability to play handheld especially makes it an experience I’m looking forward to.
This is one of the best ARPG game that ever existed, if you never played this gem its simply Elder scrolls + WOW + Fable with the combat system of modern Assassins Creed or even God of war, and beautiful other mechanics like stealth with the fancy finisher moves, if you never played this definitely go for it! And in case you are already a fan this is must have in your switch library! Brings back pleasant nostalgic feelings and joy of this beautiful gem.
Depending on how many points they docked for the target lock here (I don't agree with point systems but I know most people do) we can PROBABLY safely assume it's a .5 An 8/10 from NWR is extremely respectable. Especially since this is a damn 9 year old title. Tho rating Skyrim 9.5 hardly seems fair when you think about it doesn't it? Skyrim's score in their review sounded like it was due to it's porting, and koa was rated as a brand new "remaster". Doesn't include price point. Even docking points for the aging combat system in KOA when there was no mention of how bad Skyrim's combat was even for it's time in their review. When somebody looks at both reviews just for the score, it's not even a fair comparison. /rant
I bought it long ago but never really played it much. It works so well on the switch though and I'm really enjoying it. Highly recommend it if you like rpg/hack and slash games.
Looks like a PERFECT fit on switch so I bought it and I disagree with the reviewers thoughts. The game ages well for those who liked it originally… just like any other old game. It’s pretty lazy though in my option to review THIS game but constantly compare it to other games from 7 years ago. Who not review THIS game and how it plays on switch specially??? Or how it’s different from the console edition originally???
Glad you're enjoying the game, I liked it too :) Everyone goes about reviewing older titles differently but for myself I think it is important to provide some historical context. I do feel that after a brief intro I go in pretty specifically on Amalur itself and cover Switch performance as well. That being said I appreciate the feedback and will keep that in mind with future reviews! Thanks!
Love this game, I got the switch oled (My first switch) with several different games, and this is the one I've played the most so far.. love the world and looks good on oled, I also love the WoW style music! Spent many of hours on it already!
I love talking about this game as much as I love playing it. It's nowhere near flawless, and it was this way when it came out, but it was a DAMN good first try. But the Kurt Schilling vs. Rhode Island saga is just as interesting as the game itself. It's part of gaming history, and it's always just as interesting to talk about as it is to play it.
I wish the original two dlc’s could have increased level cap to like 60 over 40 and added new abilities to unlock. More enemy variety would have been nice. Maybe add more races to play as like the Fae, Gnomes, Colossi etc. maybe if we ever get a sequel or the expansion will add in a lot of new things like that. Probably not but, it would be nice. I just hope level cap will be increased and new abilities would be amazing
I started playing on ps3 some time ago, never got around to finish it, but I was really enjoying this game, I might just pick it tomorrow for my Switch.
To be honest certain aspects of this game already felt dated when it first released. The world design was dull and lifeless compared to every TES since Morrowind whereas the wooden and stiff dialogue made you want to put in Mass Effect or Witcher 2 again just to make sure you were still in the right time period. I think going back to it now will probably do this game more favours than playing it on release - today you expect it to be a bit dated, back then you were counting on it being on par with its competition. The one thing I remember fondly was its combat, which was genuinely fun and miles better than the wonky travesties of other real-time RPGs.
I always heard it was a game full of MMORPG fetch quests but not actually a MMORPG so I always skipped. If I ever see it on sale will give it a go though. I recently played Dragons Dogma (another sleeper RPG) and became addicted so it's only fair to play this properly.
It’s one of the best game even for the switch but one thing I wish for is just more stuff but I’m pretty sure they’ll do more into the game in the future
Playing it as I watch this ♥️ It's a MUST OWN GAME. This game has an interesting history I recommend U check it out. Gotta say it's one of the best rpg games out there. The lore is great but not overwhelming. Absolutely love this game 🔥
For those who have enjoyed this game, do you think there is enough enjoyment within the game to see past it's age? I've wanted to play this for many years, owned it on 360 but never ended up playing it. I still want to play it, however, I generally have a hard time with staying interested in outdated games; a flaw in myself I am genuinely disappointed about. I was a huge fan of all the Fable, God of War, Legend of Zelda games; and see a lot of those in this.
I loved this better than Skyrim age's ago and still enjoy this more than Skyrim today. Both flaw's and all. Needs a real re-master. A great addition to Switch rpg's. This, Dragon's Dogma, Zelda, Immortals, DOS2, Xenoblade, Octopath, Ys, Fire Emblem and many more. I'd love to have Morrowind on Switch. Until then, there's always Remote Play. 👁️
Dude. Skyrim wasn't a "benchmark" when it came out, much less up until BotW. People overhype the f--- out of Skyrim. It was never the masterpiece everyone nostalgically wants it to be.
Any1 knows other games like that ? I need advice.(my favorite games are skyrim, botw, the witcher 3....i m looking for more 3d type fantasy games, but i dunno any, and on utube, the good ones are for pcs, i m on switch...)anyone, please?
Good not great game that barely got updated by THQ Nordic. Beat it on release on PC. Feel that it’s always compared to contemporary Skyrim and that is a little unfair. What compared well to Skyrim at release?
You say the world isn't seamless because of the loading screens between areas, dungeons, and buildings, then immediately compare this to Skyrim. Skyrim had the exact same thing, so I fail to see how this is a bad thing for Kingdoms of Amalur.
Aside from that ugly as hell UI (Christ, look at those button prompts), this genuinely looks neat - a good combat system can even out almost any other potential issues in games like this for me.
Skyrim is still being played, breath of the wild not so much. Why? Botw was a novelty act, initially fun to play but you soon find the game lacks depth,immersion and ownership. There is no choice & the story is weak. Botw is good but it’s never going to be a game as played as Skyrim.
@@Goggyling I agree with StellaRhyme3 to a point. BOTW has staying power, but I've never seen any game with the staying power of Skyrim. Stella's also correct about BOTWs lack of deep immersion from the story. You can blame Miyamoto for that. The man despises deep storytelling in gaming, and though I can see that for Mario titles, Zelda would benefit greatly from deeper storytelling and world building.
No choice? It's got so much choice. You can literally choose to do as much or as little of the main quests as your want. Or you can skip it and go straight to the last boss. Can you go and fight Alduin straight away? No you have to complete the linier story. I love Skyrim but there's no comparison and I play breath of the wild still regularly
@@shaynehk8639 mmmm I believe he means choice in terms of narrative. BOTW may be the most creative game on terms of gameplay choices but lacks any meaning as an RPG in its story
One my top ten of all time. It's just one of those games that clicked for me. Love the story and combat, and there's a pretty big world to explore. The loot is pretty cool aswell. So many different magical items, weapons and armour that drop along the way.
Played the original on the Xbox 360 and agree with all of the above. It was an unexpected sleeper hit for me that punched all the right buttons. My only gripe with the original was that the dungeons were a bit bland/boring in terms of layout and scenery. I don't know if this was resolved in the remake.
Same here
How many hours would you say for a playthrough with most of game compleyed?
@@stephenembry4038 according to howlongtobeat it takes something like 49+ hours to complete main game + extras (if you want to be a completionist, it goes up to ~80 hours)
I agree, plus the map is pretty big.
Normally target lock is a must for me, but the combat here is so fluid it never really bothered me
Just picked it up so keen. Played it to death back in the day going for a long drive down memory lane. Great review!
It seems like if it isn't souls like reviews hate it. Well guess what, people still enjoy just good old fashion hack and slash. This games combat is as advanced as you want it to be. It can be simple if you like or incredibly complex its up to you.
Don't think I said anything about not liking the combat. I did say I'd enjoy a targeting system but that's more an Ocarina of Time thing than a Dark Souls thing.
Glad we both enjoyed the game ;)
So excited to get my hands on this version! Like many Switch games, the ability to play handheld especially makes it an experience I’m looking forward to.
Want this and Monster Hunter Rise.
Me toooooo James
Yes indeed
Rise hype!
Man somehow you got the same idea 😂
This is one of the best ARPG game that ever existed, if you never played this gem its simply Elder scrolls + WOW + Fable with the combat system of modern Assassins Creed or even God of war, and beautiful other mechanics like stealth with the fancy finisher moves, if you never played this definitely go for it! And in case you are already a fan this is must have in your switch library! Brings back pleasant nostalgic feelings and joy of this beautiful gem.
Depending on how many points they docked for the target lock here (I don't agree with point systems but I know most people do) we can PROBABLY safely assume it's a .5
An 8/10 from NWR is extremely respectable. Especially since this is a damn 9 year old title.
Tho rating Skyrim 9.5 hardly seems fair when you think about it doesn't it? Skyrim's score in their review sounded like it was due to it's porting, and koa was rated as a brand new "remaster".
Doesn't include price point. Even docking points for the aging combat system in KOA when there was no mention of how bad Skyrim's combat was even for it's time in their review.
When somebody looks at both reviews just for the score, it's not even a fair comparison.
/rant
I bought it long ago but never really played it much. It works so well on the switch though and I'm really enjoying it. Highly recommend it if you like rpg/hack and slash games.
Looks like a PERFECT fit on switch so I bought it and I disagree with the reviewers thoughts. The game ages well for those who liked it originally… just like any other old game.
It’s pretty lazy though in my option to review THIS game but constantly compare it to other games from 7 years ago. Who not review THIS game and how it plays on switch specially??? Or how it’s different from the console edition originally???
Glad you're enjoying the game, I liked it too :)
Everyone goes about reviewing older titles differently but for myself I think it is important to provide some historical context. I do feel that after a brief intro I go in pretty specifically on Amalur itself and cover Switch performance as well. That being said I appreciate the feedback and will keep that in mind with future reviews! Thanks!
I’ll be picking this up. I’m excited. I skipped it the first.
Love this game, I got the switch oled (My first switch) with several different games, and this is the one I've played the most so far.. love the world and looks good on oled, I also love the WoW style music! Spent many of hours on it already!
Definitely plan on picking this up again. Even with the shortcomings, there's still fun to be had here.
I love talking about this game as much as I love playing it. It's nowhere near flawless, and it was this way when it came out, but it was a DAMN good first try. But the Kurt Schilling vs. Rhode Island saga is just as interesting as the game itself. It's part of gaming history, and it's always just as interesting to talk about as it is to play it.
I wish the original two dlc’s could have increased level cap to like 60 over 40 and added new abilities to unlock. More enemy variety would have been nice. Maybe add more races to play as like the Fae, Gnomes, Colossi etc. maybe if we ever get a sequel or the expansion will add in a lot of new things like that. Probably not but, it would be nice. I just hope level cap will be increased and new abilities would be amazing
This game looks right at home on the switch
Am I mis remembering a lock on system? Or was that just for ranged weapons?
No lock on, just ranged automatic aim.
I started playing on ps3 some time ago, never got around to finish it, but I was really enjoying this game, I might just pick it tomorrow for my Switch.
I was lucky enough to get a new copy at gamestop for 25 U.S. dollars. One of my favorite games on Nintendo switch. A complete combat game
I 100% agree about the names.i keep getting messed up by all of those....but i still like it.the combat is awesome.
I think the point with targeting isnt correct. Havent played the Re-Reckomning Version for some month but i really think there is a lock on.
To be honest certain aspects of this game already felt dated when it first released. The world design was dull and lifeless compared to every TES since Morrowind whereas the wooden and stiff dialogue made you want to put in Mass Effect or Witcher 2 again just to make sure you were still in the right time period. I think going back to it now will probably do this game more favours than playing it on release - today you expect it to be a bit dated, back then you were counting on it being on par with its competition. The one thing I remember fondly was its combat, which was genuinely fun and miles better than the wonky travesties of other real-time RPGs.
I always heard it was a game full of MMORPG fetch quests but not actually a MMORPG so I always skipped. If I ever see it on sale will give it a go though. I recently played Dragons Dogma (another sleeper RPG) and became addicted so it's only fair to play this properly.
It’s one of the best game even for the switch but one thing I wish for is just more stuff but I’m pretty sure they’ll do more into the game in the future
There's a dlc coming this year
How does the frame rate hold up on switch?
Playing it as I watch this ♥️
It's a MUST OWN GAME.
This game has an interesting history I recommend U check it out.
Gotta say it's one of the best rpg games out there.
The lore is great but not overwhelming.
Absolutely love this game 🔥
When you sound like you hate a game right in the first 30 seconds why even bother watching the entire review 🤷🏻♂️
Thanks for the review, looking forward to this!
apparently the audio was in mono and got patched to stereo. whoops!
Just redownloaded this on my 360. I'll play it for a bit and get bored again but it's definitely interesting.
This looks better on the switch than I expected it to look.
J'ai pré-commande sur le eshop et je suis sensé il pouvoir il jouer mais sa marche pas svp aider moi
I don't agree with them rating. This is one of the best games ever made
Never played this. Wondering if I should purchase...
got it physically for 16,49€ (Saturn 3 for 49€)
For those who have enjoyed this game, do you think there is enough enjoyment within the game to see past it's age?
I've wanted to play this for many years, owned it on 360 but never ended up playing it. I still want to play it, however, I generally have a hard time with staying interested in outdated games; a flaw in myself I am genuinely disappointed about. I was a huge fan of all the Fable, God of War, Legend of Zelda games; and see a lot of those in this.
You should have a look at Darksiders series. Available on switch and has action combat and puzzles, having parallels to both gow and zelda
THIS GAME IS ONE THE BEST RPG'S IVE EVER PLAYED. I LOVED IT 9 YRS AGO ON 360. GLITCHES AND ALL.
Chill lol
I always wanted that Golden Spear
Might be wise to wait and see if this and rise are actually playable the whole way through. We've been conned by Nintendo too many times now
I loved this better than Skyrim age's ago and still enjoy this more than Skyrim today. Both flaw's and all. Needs a real re-master. A great addition to Switch rpg's. This, Dragon's Dogma, Zelda, Immortals, DOS2, Xenoblade, Octopath, Ys, Fire Emblem and many more. I'd love to have Morrowind on Switch. Until then, there's always Remote Play. 👁️
Dude. Skyrim wasn't a "benchmark" when it came out, much less up until BotW.
People overhype the f--- out of Skyrim. It was never the masterpiece everyone nostalgically wants it to be.
Camera always seems toooooo close to the character unless fighting a group. Menus are also clunky af.
Still gonna nab it on a sale though lol
I don't give a shit what nobody say this game is badass not perfect but what game is I love the art style the music the combat and exploration
I have it ready to play
Lucky man...enjoy..
@@Enigmasuhail thanks i will cant wait it was such a great game in my eye
@@toolemanful i saw the gameplay feels like it a goin to b great on lite switch
Me too, can't wait
It’s only been 6 months since release.
Any1 knows other games like that ? I need advice.(my favorite games are skyrim, botw, the witcher 3....i m looking for more 3d type fantasy games, but i dunno any, and on utube, the good ones are for pcs, i m on switch...)anyone, please?
Good not great game that barely got updated by THQ Nordic. Beat it on release on PC. Feel that it’s always compared to contemporary Skyrim and that is a little unfair. What compared well to Skyrim at release?
I love this game!
You say the world isn't seamless because of the loading screens between areas, dungeons, and buildings, then immediately compare this to Skyrim. Skyrim had the exact same thing, so I fail to see how this is a bad thing for Kingdoms of Amalur.
First time playing i like it.
The switch is too good at making me want to buy games I already own :/
Skyrim being pushed aside by BOTW? What 😆.
Aside from that ugly as hell UI (Christ, look at those button prompts), this genuinely looks neat - a good combat system can even out almost any other potential issues in games like this for me.
Is there a party or companion system
Not consistently. Characters will join up with you for individual quests that are relevant to their stories, but often times you go solo.
Man the original game was so so good shame it got o overshadowed by the inferior game that is skyrim
Mh rise and stories 2 , koa, and hades physical my wallet getting destroyed.
Skyrim is still being played, breath of the wild not so much. Why? Botw was a novelty act, initially fun to play but you soon find the game lacks depth,immersion and ownership. There is no choice & the story is weak. Botw is good but it’s never going to be a game as played as Skyrim.
So basically..... you've never played BOTW.
@@Goggyling I agree with StellaRhyme3 to a point. BOTW has staying power, but I've never seen any game with the staying power of Skyrim. Stella's also correct about BOTWs lack of deep immersion from the story. You can blame Miyamoto for that. The man despises deep storytelling in gaming, and though I can see that for Mario titles, Zelda would benefit greatly from deeper storytelling and world building.
No choice? It's got so much choice. You can literally choose to do as much or as little of the main quests as your want. Or you can skip it and go straight to the last boss.
Can you go and fight Alduin straight away? No you have to complete the linier story.
I love Skyrim but there's no comparison and I play breath of the wild still regularly
@@shaynehk8639 mmmm I believe he means choice in terms of narrative. BOTW may be the most creative game on terms of gameplay choices but lacks any meaning as an RPG in its story
@@shaynehk8639 mate you can literally choose to be a vampire or a werewolf as a side quest
Tuatha? elves ? ELVES?!
THEYRE FAE GODDAMNIT !
Terrible review 0/10
Another review showing no screens no features just repeated action. Ugh
Um... it's not an open world game, bruh...
thq sucks
why is the first 3 minutes of this a THQ background summery? completely unnecessary for a Review video