I was a huge fan of VtmB back in 2004. Having already been a player and GM of the tabletop game. This is a sequel in name only as far as the gameplay goes. But I get that for something like the Nomad a regular character sheet wasn't going to work so I am glad they did not go that route. It was a bit button mashy and it lacked options to use more traditional abilities from the game (both previous VtmB and the tabletop) and I did miss that. The story however, was in my opinion very good. I have been hooked on the lore and genuinely enjoyed the flashbacks to Fabien and his prior experiences. People complain about the "voice in your head" but I found it both intriguing and amusing. If there was one thing I would change about this or any future efforts it would be to tie it better to the actual table top game mechanics better and to deliver on a playstyle that would more accurately present what a player of the first game and the table top experience were able to provide. Yes I know that would take some of the uniqueness of the game away, but what I feel people are looking for in video game tie ins to table top experiences are the same as what Critical Role fans look for. Those who are unfamiliar are looking for a cheat sheet to how the game plays out and what they would expect from the game's World. While fans are looking for a faithful recreation or at least close tie in that can allow them to experience the world even when they can't get a game together themselves. Overall I gave points for the story and its presentation. It was a good Vampire the Masquerade story, but not a really close successor to the original. 4/5 stars and I hope they get a chance to play in this sandbox again. Maybe even start their own story series.
Love the characters love the mood. Some of the VA is borderline but otherwise it is hitting the spot. It isn't bloodlines 1 but it is a good story.
