Terrinoth: Heroes of Descent was sent my way by the fine folks over at New Tales, which I always appreciate. The game is the newest dungeon crawler on the console, and the first time console players get to explore the world of Terrinoth, from the Heroes of Terrinoth board game.
The full campaign plays out through 4 chapters, split into sections, each with its own theme. As you play, you will gather 8 players, each with their own strengths and weaknesses. They, of course, fall along the usual classes you would hope for, even if they aren’t named as such. For example, Aurta slings spells, Cedwin is an archer, and Kharaz will be smacking enemies with a shield bash and spitting fireballs like a dragon hybrid should.
It is hard to get into the story without spoiling things, but because it all ties in together as you go from place to place, suffice it to say it is very well put together. What starts as what should be a quick mission to get a stone back quickly leads to fighting things that shouldn’t even exist.
The real question with these games is always, how is the battle system, and lately also how does it compare to Baldur’s Gate 2. Honestly, if you are looking for your next 100+ hour experience exploring every nook and cranny of the world, rolling dice D&D style, this isn’t it. Each chapter plays out on a map, exploring and fighting battles, and in between, you can level up your characters, level abilities, switch them out, and buy and equip items.
Now, if you are looking for something to play for about 30-40 hours, where each mission is broken down into about an hour to an hour and a half, with a similar but easier to play ( but not easier to win) battle system, this is the game you are looking for. This is not, nor is it meant to be, the next Baldur’s Gate, but it is an amazing alternative that I think many will prefer. It is a 9/10 title that is worth picking up. My only real issue is the multiplayer; without friends to play with, I couldn’t find anyone to play with. With that in mind, best wishes, and may the gaming gods bring you glory.
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