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The Council

Good, but not great

The game structure itself is one I enjoy, narrative focus with rich storyline. The period setting also adds much to the game's overall appeal, with few games being set in the late 18th century. The dialogue and characters are fully developed as well. Sadly, my problems with this title have more to do with technical aspects. The sound cut out frequently during the dialogue, which broke much of the immersion that could have otherwise provided a more rich game experience. Plus, the voices did not seem particularly well cast, which also had a jarring effect. The main character's mother, in the opening scenes, sounded about a generation or two too young for the character she was portraying. The main character did not sound very period, with a strong contemporary dialect which left me wanting more. It's a decent game in its own right, with expansive options based on in-game choices, but I feel as though the technical aspects kept me from full immersion, which is critical in a game such as this. Good, but not great.

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