Flintlock: The Siege of Dawn Reviews
Another soulslike, in which it is difficult for great ideas to open up due to a mediocre plot, not the best combat system and boring rewards for exploring the world.
Review in Russian | Read full review
Flintlock: The Siege of Dawn is a rough but original take on Souls-like ARPGs.
By the time we rolled credits, that was the prevailing feeling we were left with. While we found more enjoyment in the latter two thirds of Flintlock than in the initial intro and opening area, we couldn't help but feel let down by Flintlock in almost every way.
Good combat is what stands out the most in Flintlock: The Siege of Dawn by A44 Games. Although the universe is interesting to discover and has a decent exploration system, there are occasional problems that prevent the game from standing out even more.
Review in Portuguese | Read full review
With a ton of superior Soulslikes out there, Flintlock: The Siege of Dawn simply feels unnecessary. It's the sort of game that seems like it was made to be Game Pass filler but even then, there are dozens upon dozens of better games available for the service. 💥
Flintlock: The Siege of Dawn has some interesting ideas, decent combat, and gorgeous visuals. However, I don’t know if it does enough to really stand out. The story is interesting but is not conveyed well enough to give the cast their due. Combat can feel very simple in the early hours, but does sharpen up to be pretty damn good when you start adding more options.
Like a flintlock pistol, the shots that Siege of Dawn fires don’t always hit the mark. Its combat is fun but simplistic, its world is beautiful and vast but has very little in and is largely static, its story is brimming with potential that it never fully taps into, and its platforming is too floaty. Each element it brings to the table needs a more fine tuning.
Flintlock: The Siege of Dawn is an accessible Soulslike with stylish, visceral combat and gameplay, though janky animations and a confusing story hold it back from reaching greatness.
Flintlock’s “Souls-lite” approach isn’t without flaws, but ultimately works.
Flintlock: The Siege of Dawn is an entertaining souls-lite game where exploring the world is well worth the effort. The story is fairly straightforward but provides enough to keep you engaged until the end. The NPC side quests are rewarding but don’t offer much insight into their characters. I had to get used to the controls, but after a short while, I fell into the rhythm of the game. The combat is challenging yet manageable, and the use of your flintlock is a great addition that really helps in defeating enemies. Enki is also a valuable aid during the adventure with his double jump, air dash, and attacks in combat. I was initially a bit skeptical, but I ended up enjoying Flintlock: The Siege of Dawn quite a lot and am eager to further explore The Lands of Kain. It might not be as well-developed as its bigger brothers, but I wouldn’t call it a poor imitation by any means.
Review in Dutch | Read full review
Flintlock: The Siege of Dawn is an ambitious blend of gunpowder and mythical elements set in a world where gods and undead armies threaten humanity. While the game introduces intriguing concepts and features a well-designed companion in Enki, it ultimately falls short due to disjointed combat mechanics, inconsistent dialogue, and frustrating level design.
There are some great moments in Flintlock: The Siege of Dawn, but overall, it's just an average ARPG game. It crawls to a halt at the beginning, while the plot and character development fall well short of expectations. I wouldn't call it an exceptional game or anything that really leaps out. It took me just over twenty hours to finish the game on normal while grinding a bit for reputation and resources to upgrade.
Flintlock: The Siege of Dawn is an enjoyable experience, but may struggle to stick in the memory. There are some interesting ideas at play, but the execution just always leaves a little bit to be desired.
Flintlock: The Siege of Dawn is a fun and well-put together action-RPG, with a trope filled story. It isn't going to blow anyone's socks off, but this small adventure has just enough going for it and a short enough runtime that makes it worth diving into, especially for people that love focused and methodical combat.
Flintlock: The Siege of Dawn is an excellent start to what could be a very popular franchise for A44 Games. While the narrative is lackluster and borderline dull, the combat, exploration, and art direction are all top-notch and help to make what could have been another Dark Souls imitator stand out from the crowd. There's a lot to love about it, especially for those who've been put off the Soulslike genre and want to finally dip their toes in with an accessible, fun starting point - though veterans of the genre may want to be wary of what could be another Steelrising difficulty level experience.
We had hoped for a little more from "Flintlock: Siege of Dawn". The result is not a complete disaster, but it is lost in the middle of the big action-adventure and Soulslike productions. The witty fights and the brisk movement options speak for "Flintlock". Thanks to the variable difficulty level, you can quickly find your way into the game and have fun in combination with the well-implemented controls. However, "Flintlock" also runs out of steam just as quickly: The character system has too little effect on the progression. The story lacks interesting twists, characters and big moments. "Flintlock" is suitable as a beginner's Soulslike, but in the long run "Dark Souls" or "God of War" will not be able to offer spoiled core gamers.
Review in German | Read full review
Flintlock: The Siege of Dawn is an incredibly unique title, with a remarkably interesting world and great twists on classic gameplay to keep you captivated as you gun down (or chop apart) the undead horde.
Flintlock: The Siege of Dawn offers us a solid and satisfying experience, aimed primarily at anyone who wants to approach the souls genre for the first time. The pleasant combat system, rewarding exploration, and a longevity of between 20 and 30 hours confirm the prowess of the A44 team; it's not a perfect game, but it exudes heart and passion, something not always a given.
Review in Italian | Read full review
Flintlock: The Siege of Dawn ends up getting lost in its concepts. The more agile vertical movement and combat alternatives are a positive point, but the lack of a more robust upgrade system and, mainly, bosses that reward the player make the game a confusing mix of ideas.
Review in Portuguese | Read full review