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ELEX

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3.9/5

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3.9

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ELEX
Description
ELEX is a handcrafted action role-playing experience from the award-winning creators of the Gothic series, set in a brand new post-apocalyptic Science Fantasy universe that puts players into a huge seamless game world full of original characters, mutated creatures, deep moral choices and powerful ac...
Critics reviews
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3.9/5

( 465 Reviews )

3.9

465 Reviews

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Product details
2017, Piranha Bytes, ...
System requirements
Windows 7 / 8.1 / 10 (64 bit), Intel Core i5 3570 AMD FX-6350, 8 GB RAM, NVIDIA GTX 660 2GB AMD Rade...
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Time to beat
27 hMain
50.5 h Main + Sides
85 h Completionist
54 h All Styles
Description
ELEX is a handcrafted action role-playing experience from the award-winning creators of the Gothic series, set in a brand new post-apocalyptic Science Fantasy universe that puts players into a huge seamless game world full of original characters, mutated creatures, deep moral choices and powerful action.

In ELEX, you join the war over a powerful resource that gives people great magic-like powers but turns them into indifferent cold creatures. You decide if emotions and humaneness or cold synthetic logic will rule the world of Magalan.
  • Completely seamless Open World experience without borders and loading zones for the ultimate exploration experience
  • Vertical Exploration: Use the jetpack to reach any place in the game world
  • Simulated game world where everything reacts to the players actions and provides for an authentic atmosphere
  • Highly interconnected quest system that support true player choices
  • Tactical and challenging combat system for close and ranged combat
  • Universe set in a post apocalyptic science fantasy universe that combines the most interesting aspects of all genres

© 2017 by THQ Nordic GmbH & Piranha Bytes. Piranha Bytes and related logos are registered trademarks or trademarks of Pluto 13 GmbH, Germany in the U.S. and/or other countries. All other brands, product names and logos are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners. All rights reserved.

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Why buy on GOG.COM?
DRM FREE. No activation or online connection required to play.
Safety and satisfaction. Stellar support 24/7 and full refunds up to 30 days.
Time to beat
27 hMain
50.5 h Main + Sides
85 h Completionist
54 h All Styles
Game details
Works on:
Windows (7, 8, 10, 11)
Release date:
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Size:
27.4 GB

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中文(简体)
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Critics reviews
61
Top Critic Average
16 %
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Posted on: December 31, 2021

6583

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Games: 475 Reviews: 2

No fun on Magalan

This might be a game for Piranha Byte Fans, but not for me. positive: - only 2 crashes in ~50 hours of gameplay, other than that no technical problems neutral: - the main story and the quests are serviceable negative: - the combat system feels clunky and not intuitive - the player alter ego Jax is an absolutely dull character - same goes for most of the NPCs - being forced to join one of the obnoxious factions in order to complete the game - endless boring dialogs that made me want to shout "GET TO THE POINT!" - the world building does not convince me, never feels like being on an alien planet - it seems they reused some assets from prior PB-titles (plants, raptors, castle ruins) - the monster design is often more funny than scary - nearly all loot is dissapointing - no interesting dungeons - the stat requirements for weapons and armour feel contrived - the GUI for skills and inventory is cumbersome - the endboss fight is a joke Back in the day I had a lot of fun playing Gothic 2 and 3. Sadly Elex was more like a chore for me.


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Posted on: May 28, 2025

Wahrsuul

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Games: 217 Reviews: 9

Really enjoyed this

Bought this game a few years ago on sale. I'm something of an "old guy" and more of a casual gamer so I wasn't sure. Boy was I in for a surprise. I played the game through three times so I could try out each faction and see if/how it changed the story. Will probably play it again!


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Posted on: October 23, 2017

Verified owner

Games: 0 Reviews: 4

Worthy successor to the Gothic series

I feel as though ELEX was designed personally just for me. Haven't been this hooked and immersed in an RPG for a very long time, possibly since Gothic 2. It has exceeded my expectations. As far as I'm concerned, Piranha Bytes has finally managed to make a truly worthy successor to the Gothic series.


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Posted on: April 23, 2018

palmenstein

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Games: 167 Reviews: 10

Wait for a sale.

Another rough-and-ready Piranha Bytes open worlder. Lots to do and the combat isn't bad, but full price seems a bit cheeky.


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Posted on: June 13, 2020

Lorca13

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Games: 3 Reviews: 1

Underrated game!

I'm having a blast so far! I regret not buying Elex before because it had many negetive criticism that kind of turned me off. I finally bought it on sale and I was pleasantly surprised. The good ol' exploration and beautiful handcrafted world building that Piranha Bytes are known for was there. I love it! The game isn't as polished as a AAA game but this has always been true for this studio and I don't mind at all. If you're thinking of buying it, don't pay attention to the critics who bash this game. Chances are, if you have enjoyed the typical PB games before, you're gonna love this game too!


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