Action · October 28, 2014
Lords Of The Fallen™ 2014 (2014)
Long ago, the human realm was ruled by Adyr, a terrible and malevolent god, who enslaved mankind. But over time, rebellion grew in the hearts of men. Led by three powerful beings - the Judges - man rose up and overthrew Adyr and his monstrous Rhogar army, banishing them to a distant dimension. Humanity was finally free to dictate its own destiny. To dictate a new order... Now, millennia later, in a land where no sins are forgiven and redemption does not exist, Adyr threatens to break free from his imprisonment. His Rhogar legions have invaded the human realm to pave a bloody path for their vengeful master’s return. Desperate and under siege, mankind calls upon an unlikely saviour - a convicted sinner rejected by society and cast out of the light... a man known as Harkyn. Branded with the tattoos of his immorality, he must travel to the source of this Darkness and face… the Lords of the Fallen. Prepare to plunge into a dark fantasy Action-RPG, set amidst a grim world on the brink of annihilation. Harness powerful magic. Master a complex and satisfying melee combat system. Seek redemption through the fires of battle... and stand against a God. Explore a Vast, Dark Fantasy World From crumbling tower tops to ancient burial grounds, delve into a world facing mass destruction. Navigate labyrinthine paths and uncover hidden passages in pursuit of great treasures, but be warned: loot isn’t all that awaits the curious... Conquer a Complex, Combat System With every encounter presenting its own unique challenge, only those who master the deep and rewarding Soulslike combat will taste victory. Bolster your steel with devastating magic attacks, and earn XP with every kill to upgrade your preferred spells and attributes. Confront the Lords of the Rhogar Army While every Rhogar is guaranteed to test your mettle, by far the greatest threat amongst Adyr’s army is posed by his mighty generals, the towering Lords of the Fallen. These calamitous boss battles will test even the most skillful of warriors - one false move and the fate of the world could be sealed. Wield Legendary Weapons and Epic Armour Customise your combat style with a multitude of weapons and armours. Armour arrives in three forms: light for nimble players, medium for all-rounders, and heavy for those unafraid to absorb a blow. As for weapons, a vast array of hammers, staves, axes, swords, daggers, and claws are at your disposal in the battle against the Rhogar army. And then, there are those rare and powerful items of legend that only the most dedicated warriors will ever find… Key Features: Embark on an epic quest that spans both human and demonic realms Engage in devastating boss battles against the mighty Lords of the Rhogar army Explore a vast dark-fantasy world, replete with hidden paths and long-lost treasures Make gameplay-affecting choices throughout, but act wisely as they may seal your fate Wield a vast array of legendary weapons and formidable armours Choose from nine character classes, each fully customizable by earning XP to upgrade preferred skills and spells
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Position in Action
| Metric | This title | Genre position |
|---|---|---|
| Review volume | 19.9k Steam reviews | Top 25% in Action |
| Positive rating | 59% positive | Genre average: 83% — this title sits in top 95% |
| Metacritic | 75/100 | Genre average 77 — top 65% of Action titles |
| Engagement hours | 7 h average | Top 61% for session depth among Action |
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Community Tag Signals
Tag weights reflect how many Steam users voted each descriptor — larger pills = stronger consensus.
- Souls-like · 511
- Dark Fantasy · 447
- RPG · 445
- Action RPG · 337
- Difficult · 330
- Action · 321
- Fantasy · 321
- Singleplayer · 285
- Lore-Rich · 284
- Third Person · 237
- Adventure · 228
- Violent · 197
- Medieval · 193
- Dark · 187
- Atmospheric · 186
Localization Coverage
Interface / Subtitles (12)
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- Spanish - Spain
- Czech
- Japanese
- Polish
- Portuguese - Portugal
- Portuguese - Brazil
- Russian
- Simplified Chinese
Full audio (4)
- English
- French
- German
- Korean
Reception Metrics
Steam community
59%Mixed · 19.9k reviews
11.7k positive · 8.2k negative
Metacritic
75/100 critic aggregate
Curator recommendations
13.1k
Press Quotes
“Lords of the Fallen is a dark-fantasy pleasure, cut from the same cloth as Dark Souls, yet distinct enough to earn its own spotlight.” 8/10 – GameSpot “I had a blast taking on the massive bosses, customizing my weapons, and timing my spells – the developers have created something special here.” 8.5/10 – Game Informer “A very fun and rewarding experience that creates its own signature in the growing Hardcore RPG sub-genre.” 8/10 – RPG Site
Engagement Profile
All-time avg
7h
short (5–15 hours)
Median
3h
Typical completion time
2-week avg
8h
Current engagement
Achievements
56
Steam unlocks available
Release & Availability
| Release date | Oct 28, 2014 |
|---|---|
| Developer | CI Games, Deck 13 |
| Publisher | CI Games |
| Base price | $1.49 -95% |
| Required age | 17+ |
| DLC / Add-ons | 7 released |
| Platforms | Windows |
| Estimated owners | 1M–10M |
| External links | Official site · Metacritic page · [email protected] |
Features & Capabilities
Community
- Steam Achievements
- Steam Trading Cards
- Steam Cloud
Input & Comfort
- Partial Controller Support
Other
- Single-player
- Family Sharing
Editions & Packages
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