Bryan Vitale
RPG SitePathfinder: Kingmaker Review | RPG Site
Published 10/8/2018
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PS4 / Linux / PC / Mac / XONE / Switch - 9/25/2018
Pathfinder: Kingmaker
Pathfinder: Kingmaker is the first isometric party-based computer RPG set in the Pathfinder fantasy universe. Enjoy a classic RPG experience inspired by games like Baldur's Gate, Fallout 1 and 2 and Arcanum. Explore and conquer the Stolen Lands and make them your kingdom!
- Developer
- Owlcat Games
- Publisher
- Deep Silver
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Critic avg
71
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15
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60–90
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Score range is 21–30 points
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The critic average is 71 across 15 scored reviews, with a 30-point spread. That suggests a mixed critic response rather than a single clear read.
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Most scored reviews currently sit in the Below 70 band.
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80–894 reviews · 27%
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Below 708 reviews · 53%
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Jake Hill
COGconnectedPathfinder: Kingmaker Review – It’s Good to be King
Published 10/8/2018
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80
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Read originalDaniel Starkey
GameSpotPathfinder: Kingmaker Review - The Classics
Published 10/8/2018
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60
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Read originalAndy Kelly
PC GamerPathfinder: Kingmaker review
Published 9/30/2018
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69
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Read originalCody Gravelle
Screen RantPathfinder: Kingmaker Review - The Best Tabletop Sim
Published 9/28/2018
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