Leaving my review from Steam after 100% progress and 118 hours of gameplay: Absolute cinema. I heard this game was a masterpiece. I heard this is how the next Final Fantasy should be. So I decided to give it a try. They were not lying. This is the Game of the Year, or at least you'll agree that it's a very strong contender. It really shows that this game was done by very passionate developers that poured their passion all over it. The world is unique and fascinating, the music is superb and enchanting, the story is deep and emotional, and the gameplay is fun and rewarding! The turn based gameplay for combat is great and being able to react by dodging or parrying to counterattack is a great innovation, although the idea is not entirely new (Mario & Luigi RPGs, for example). Combat is exciting and if you spend some time to understand how the different characters work and what the different weapons do, you will be able to create a great party that synergizes well and can dominate even the toughest bosses. I loved the way that the game rewards exploration, both in the world and with the different builds you can use for your party. You will find optional bosses, additional equipment, lore and more if you wander from the main path. There are even plenty unlockable costumes and hair styles that you can get by playing the game and exploring, just like in the old times! Very glad to have played this game. I paid full price (although with regional pricing) and don't regret a penny. Will definitely replay later to relive it. Leaving this review... for those who come after.
A 10/10 game in an 8/10 state. Full of bugs and needing some improvements here and there like crafting multiple items at once, better journal navigation, etc. But technical issues and launch fiasco aside, this is a PHENOMENAL game. Just what I expected, A "The Witcher 3"-like RPG set in a Cyberpunk world and even better. I would like some choices to feel more impactful and I hope this is better explored in upcoming expansions. That said, after more than 120 hours and exploring all possible endings (including the secret one!) I still want more. I haven't had this feeling for a long long time with a video game.
On my second playthrough with another friend, combat is challenging and you are certain to have a laugh at hilarious moments caused by ignorance or bad luck while playing. There's great character customization for different playstyles and some very interesting quests. Definitely, one of the best RPGs I've ever played. Thank you Larian!
This is one of the few games that have realy captured me in instants. It's atmosphere is one of the greatest features, the world, the characters, the background music, the plot, it all blends into one fantastic experience. You will wonder around a whole weird planet to save the world from an evil dictator that dominates it. The puzzles are great and crazy, and there are surprises in every corner. A must have.
