Coupled with the narrative this presented enough of an incentive for me to put the controls and camera issues aside and just keep unraveling the mysteries of Kain's and Raziel's existence.
That's not to say, however, that I wasn't put off by certain sections that were less than dynamic, but overall, it's safe to say that Defiance has a solid gameplay flow that will keep the hard-core fans on their toes. I'm not so sure about the newcomers to the series though There are several more issues that could be considered as drawbacks in the game. In terms of numbers, your adversaries definitely shouldn't be underestimated. In fact, they usually gear their skills and strengths towards team-based tactics, in order to overcome your unholy powers.
The annoying bit is that even regular grunts take way too long to finish off; regardless of the combo you happen to have pulled on 'em. Also, the somewhat limited variety of opponents and periodic AI glitches enemies getting stuck on objects in the environment further stain the overall impression.
Seeing how this is a console port, the multiplayer facet is non-existent, and it won't take you more than 20 hours to finish the single-player campaign. So in other words, the replay value is certainly not one of this game's stronger points At its core, Defiance uses a rather dated technology.
On the other hand, the art design is so good, and the developers have managed to utilize certain next-generation effects to such an extent that this game comes off as looking simply stunning! Spectacular architecture decorated with detailed gothic murals and enhanced by masterful use of pixel shaders and particle effects, makes for a truly unique and moody visceral experience.
The art never gets dreary, as the spectral plane introduces a whole new setting with its nightmarish and twisted shapes and unique dream-like atmosphere.
The colors and shapes will completely change and yet the visual consistency of the game world is kept intact. This only goes to show that Crystal Dynamics is still one of the premiere game design studios when it comes to making the most out of relatively limited technology. The true limits of the 3D code come to light when you take a closer look at the pathetic 2D sprites in the background, or when you compare the character animation to say what Ubi Soft Montreal did in Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time.
As I said, however, Crystal Dynamics has made the most out of what they had available, and the 'goods' certainly outweigh the 'bads' in this case. Almost every popular saga out there is accompanied by first-rate audio. Legacy of Kain also deserved praise in that respect. The brilliant voice acting will probably sound familiar to those of you who played previous installments in the series.
To top if off, the sound designing team did an admirable job on in-game sounds, as well as the soundtrack which features a praiseworthy array of tunes throughout gameplay. Expect nifty 3D puzzles, improved combat and visuals, and top-notch voice acting. The duo's new telekinetic powers made it easy to spend half an hour experimenting with different combinations for beating the hell out of enemies before devouring their blood or souls.
And that's exactly what the series needed. If the puzzles not seen meet or exceed ones past, this should be the best Kain yet. This vampire series has never really been out to scare the player; the protagonists, the pointy-toothed megalomaniac Kain, and antiheroic wraith Raziel are the real monsters here.
In their worlds, you experience unlife on the other side, partaking in the dark pleasures of sucking blood and reaving souls within a deliciously macabre narrative. In Defiance, the pulse has quickened and ruthless action reigns. Along with performing aerial swordplay as defined by Capcom's Devil May Cry , both Kain and Raziel can use telekinetic power to yank enemies off ramparts, splatter them against walls, toss them into roaring flames, or impale them on the splendidly sharp and sharplooking gothic architecture.
For the mischievous little Vlad in all of us. Check and mate. Legacy of Kain: Defiance successfully blends the disparate Soul Reaver and Blood Omen franchises into one grisly, beautiful package. The game's environments are full of jaw-dropping, ornately detailed gothic cathedrals, craggy, cavernous catacombs, and spooky nether-worlds.
Plus, its music, sound effects, and voice work are equally top-notch--creating an experience that's half horror movie and half overwrought, goth-tacular play. Likewise, the series' much improved combat system is a true black-hearted pleasure, allowing you to juggle opponents in the air and then use telekinesis to toss them into hazards such as fireplaces and spikes.
But Defiance has a dark side The series' near-perfect follow-camera has been sacrificed in order to give you a better view of the fights, and it's tougher to perform platform jumps now because of that. Also, the previous games' once-brainy puzzles have become so much easier that they're usually only really challenging when they require you to traverse the game's numerous, samey environments without the aid of a map function.
And the combat, while vastly better than in previous Cams, lacks variety because there aren't enough different kinds of foes. That all said, Defiance still has a compelling enough story--and strong enough gameplay--to make you see it through to the bloody end. Whether you favor the taste of blood or souls, Defiance successfully quenches your undying thirst for either. And thanks to a completely overhauled combat system, you'll feel like a badass while fulfilling these dark desires.
But besides the heavily upgraded hack-n-slash action, what really sells me on this dual-vampire venture is the narrative. The story's captivating twists and turns kept me awake well into the wee hours of the night, anxiously ascertaining the fates of both Kain and Raziel. Oh yeah, it also doesn't hurt that the game looks stunningly gorgeous, and unlike Joe, I find the puzzles perfectly challenging.
Sure, Defiance has its share of flaws finicky camera, not enough different types of enemies , but all are quite minor. Stop resisting, and let the sucking and reaving commence. The Kain games exist, first and foremost, to tell a story. And like its predecessors, Defiance flows plot points together with considerable grace.
But for the first time, I'm actually excited about the combat between the cinemas: Kain possesses useful telekinetic powers right off the bat, and both heroes use combo-promoting enemy juggling to gleefully bleed bad guys. Still, despite these fixes to the series' traditionally bland gameplay, Defiance feels rushed.
All too often, glitchy A. These loose screws don't break down the game's otherwise tight structure, though, and Kain fans will certainly embrace Defiance. Defiance continues the tale of two vampires, Raziel and Kain.
PS2, Xbox, and GC. Together, their tales weave a dense fabric with more than a few loose ends-understandably daunting to the uninitiated or easily confused. But fear not. Eager for new bjood, the developers are keen to make Defiance accessible to neophytes.
Please be advised that Windows 10 operating system will receive frequent hardware driver and software updates following its release; this may affect game compatibility. Swords, sorcery, souls, and buckets of blood await you in Legacy of Kain: Defiance. But make sure to use a client provided in here! Size: 1.
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