This game is currently in the Humble Choice for August 2022, this is part of my coverage of the bundle. If you are interested in the game and it's before September 6nd, 2022, consider picking up the game as part of the current monthly bundle.
A visual feast with a solid story.
A Plague Tale: Innocence starts with a hunt that ends up going wrong with the family dog being taken by something. It’s a strange and dark opening and as a dog lover, I always hate when dogs are used as a plot device. However, A Plague Tale doesn’t end there, as our main character watches her family and their estate being sacked and she and her brother flee from danger.
This may sound confusing and it is, but that’s where A Plague Tale’s strength comes from. It’s not a game with easy answers or long exposition. Much of the game is more about the subtext of the moments and the story is told compellingly. The gameplay is based on stealth as well but has several action sequences that were exciting for the player to experience as they ran from different groups of enemies.
The art is beautiful however there are also a few awkward animations that slip into the game as well. The game looks and plays fantastic and quite often I was just dazzled by the experience.
Pick this up if you want a great story. This is more of a stealth game than anything, but it’s also a game that will grip the player and make them ask questions. Those questions will keep players returning and experiencing the rich story.
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4.5