Kingdoms of Amalur: Reckoning
Main Game
RELEASED
7.6
Feb 7, 2012
Xbox 360PC (Microsoft Windows)+1by38 Studios
Overview:|
As an open-world Role-Playing Game originally released in 2012, Kingdoms of Amalur: Reckoning immerses you in the magical world of Amalur, where you are reborn as the Fateless One destined to shape the realm's future. The core gameplay blends deep RPG progression with fast-paced, action-oriented hack-and-slash combat. Its unique feature is the flexible Destiny System, which allows players to mix Might, Finesse, and Sorcery skills without being locked into traditional classes. The game features extensive exploration and is supported by post-launch DLC content.
This is an epic, open-world role-playing game set in the newly created high-fantasy world of Amalur. The setting is a vibrant, magical realm brought to life visually through the distinct, visceral art style of renowned comic book artist Todd McFarlane. Players step into the role of the Fateless One—a character who has been mysteriously reborn with an unwritten destiny. The core premise revolves around forging a new path for yourself, as the fate of Amalur now rests in your hands following this dramatic rebirth.
Core Gameplay and Combat Experience
The gameplay blends traditional deep role-playing mechanics with fast-paced, action-oriented combat. Unlike many contemporaries in the genre, this title emphasizes fluid, hack-and-slash encounters, allowing players to engage enemies directly with satisfying weapon strikes and magical abilities.
Character customization is extensive, allowing players to mix and match skills across three primary disciplines: Might (melee combat), Finesse (precision and agility), and Sorcery (magical power). There are no rigid classes; instead, players invest points into these trees, unlocking new abilities and talents that allow for highly personalized character builds. This system encourages experimentation with different combat styles.
What makes this game unique in the RPG genre?
The game’s unique selling point lies in its Destiny System. As players progress and develop their skills, they unlock new "Destinies" that represent advanced character archetypes, providing significant bonuses and defining their role in combat. This system offers a flexible approach to character progression that moves beyond traditional, fixed class structures.
Exploration and World Structure
The world of Amalur is vast and designed for exploration. Players will traverse diverse environments, encounter numerous factions, and undertake quests that shape the political and magical landscape of the world. The open-world structure encourages players to venture off the main path to discover hidden secrets, powerful loot, and side narratives.
Basic Game Information
This title is a main entry in the role-playing genre, featuring significant hack and slash elements. It was originally released on February 7, 2012, for the Xbox 360, PlayStation 3, and PC (Microsoft Windows).
Available Additional Content
While the core experience is self-contained, the game has received additional downloadable content (DLCs) post-launch to expand the adventure. There are two official DLC packages available that introduce new areas, quests, and gear for players to experience after completing the main story or during their journey.
Game Details
Primary Name: Kingdoms of Amalur: Reckoning
Alternative Names:
Project Mercury (Other)
Project Mercury (Other Alias)
Type: Main Game
Series: Kingdoms of Amalur
Developer: 38 Studios, Big Huge Games
Publisher: 38 Studios, Electronic Arts
Release Information
Release Date: Feb 7, 2012
Genres & Themes
Genres: Role-playing (RPG), Hack and slash/Beat 'em up
Themes: Action, Fantasy
Platforms
Xbox 360PC (Microsoft Windows)PlayStation 3
Game Modes
Perspective: Third person
Player Modes: Single-player
Game Modes: Single player
Age Ratings
ESRB:M (Mature)
PEGI:18+
This game contains frequent depictions of gross violence towards human-like characters, with large amounts of blood and graphic injury detail. A variety of weapons can be used, each of which has a gruesome finishing move paired with it. When they are killed, characters can be heard crying out in pain. After they are defeated, the player can loot the enemy's body. The game also features depictions of motiveless killing of multiple innocent human characters. The player can enter locations full of innocent civilians and kill them. This causes surrounding civilians to run away in fear and hide.
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