Joshua Brown
Digital TrendsWorld of Warcraft: Shadowlands review: Even in death, WoW can’t find itself
Published 12/1/2020
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PC / Mac - 11/23/2020
World of Warcraft: Shadowlands
The veil between life and death is no more. With a single act of destruction, Sylvanas Windrunner has ripped open the way to the afterlife. Azeroth’s staunchest defenders have been dragged into all-consuming darkness. An ancient force of death threatens to break its bonds and unravel reality. Hidden realms of wonder and horror await any who would pass to the other side. The Shadowlands is home to an entire realm of the departed; it is a world between worlds whose delicate balance preserves life and death itself. As one of Azeroth’s greatest champions, you have been granted the power to cross over in body and soul. Now you must investigate a conspiracy to unmake the cosmos, and help Warcraft legends journey back... or fulfill their ultimate destiny.
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The critic average is 78 across 17 scored reviews, with a 60-point spread. Critics are far apart on this one.
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Most scored reviews currently sit in the 80–89 band.
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Adrian Ruiz
But Why Tho?REVIEW: ‘World of Warcraft: Shadowlands’ One Week In
Published 12/1/2020
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85
+7 vs critic avg
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Read originalKarl Smart
The Outerhaven ProductionsWorld of Warcraft: Shadowlands review
Published 12/1/2020
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30
-48 vs critic avg
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Read originalDaniel Tack
Game InformerWorld Of Warcraft: Shadowlands Review – Old Ghosts And Bold Beginnings
Published 11/30/2020
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88
+10 vs critic avg
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Read originalCody Gravelle
Screen RantWorld of Warcraft: Shadowlands Review - Beyond Great
Published 11/28/2020
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80
+2 vs critic avg
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Read originalChris Carter
DestructoidReview: World of Warcraft: Shadowlands
Published 11/27/2020
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85
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Read originalLeana Hafer
IGNIGN World of Warcraft: Shadowlands Review
Published 11/24/2020
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