Posted on: October 29, 2015
CDSet
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The return of a cult classic.
Pathologic (known in Russia as "Мор. Утопия"), was originally released in 2005, to stellar reviews in its native Russia, and a not-as-stellar reception in the West. Its main drawback - a botched and often incomprehensible translation, made the story-heavy and character-driven plot difficult to understand. Fortunately, this problem has since been rectified with this remaster, and there's more stuff - such as upgraded visuals and restored content - to make this release a worthy restoration. Pathologic takes place in a small, backwater settlement, isolated by a vast steppe. Three healers arrive in the town independently of one another and for completely different reasons - but are soon forced to stay as the town is quarantined following the outbreak of a deadly plague. Gameplay consists of exploring the bizarre world, conversing with important characters as you do your best to survive as the town descends into panic. It's hard to categorize Pathologic into a clear-cut genre, but "story-driven survival adventure" describes it pretty well. Expect lots of strange conversations (characters are delightfully eccentric) and a dreary atmosphere as you walk through the infected streets of the town. The story is where the game shines, and it has yet to be surpassed by any other game I've played. The three playable characters (known as Bachelor, Haruspex and Changeling), all experience the game's twelve days from completely different perspectives, leading them to their own conclusions. The mystery of the Sand Plague and the innumerable secrets of the town stay hidden for a large portion of the game, but damn if it doesn't constantly keep you insatiably curious throughout. That said, the visuals (even with the new graphical effects) are fairly dated by now, and the slow trudging through the town can be a bit slow-paced for some players. However, if you like story-driven games with fascinating characters and an unforgettable plot, you really can't go wrong with Pathologic.
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