read about this in rpgdot.com. i couldn't link my post to that site so i just copy-pasted this instead.
made me feel a bit low as i just got the game, but hey, to each his own anyway. you can't please everyone.
fyi.
Beyond Divinity Review
Review by
Stephen Macek
Larian Studios’ Beyond Divinity is an RPG. In days past, this description would have been enough to let a gamer know what to expect as far as the "how" of gameplay. Fortunately, over the course of time, I believe two distinct styles of RPG have developed (arguably): The Diablo style and the Baldur’s Gate style. The Diablo style game involves endless point-and-click fighting and potion chugging with the ultimate goals being character development and item collection. The Baldur’s Gate style involves a deep story line and deep tactical combat system, the ultimate goal being finishing the story. When you finish a Baldur’s Gate style game, you are done. When you finish a Diablo II style game, however, you are most likely just getting started. It is really more of an addiction than a game, teasing the player with better items and they become higher and higher levels. Beyond Divinity tried to mesh the two styles together by offering a story that serves to move you forward, while implementing a skills-based character development system that encourages fine-tuning through multiple skill paths. Does it work? Read on.
Article by Stephen Macek
[color:"orange"] Heads up, Crusader - I went to RPGDot and couldn't find the review you posted. It simply wasn't there, so I did an internet search and found it at a site called "LoadedInc.com",
Stephen Macek's Review of Beyond Divinity. And from the looks of it, LoadedInc. is part of
a website called Rotten Tomatoes.
Good thing I didn't go to RPGDot.com with my guns loaded and ready for bear. LOL And since I know nothing about LoadedInc.com, I think I better do my homework before leaving the author (Macek) my two farthings worth on his review of <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beyond.gif" alt="" />
As a side note, our illustrious AlrikFassbauer is a regular contributor at
RPGDot Just wanted to give proper credit [as well as accurate information] where it is due!! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wave.gif" alt="" />[/color]
Faralas <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/mage.gif" alt="" />
[color:"red"] P.S. Just noticed at Loaded's website. They have the publisher of BD as Digital Jesters. I thought Hip Productions was BD's publisher. Am I wrong? Or is Digital Jesters and Hip one in the same (or an affiliate?)
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