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The Necromancer's Tale

The Necromancer's Tale

PC
Released

Release Date: July 17, 2025

RPG, Fantasy, Turn-based, Isometric View, Indie Games, Alternative History, 18th Century, Singleplayer

An RPG with a turn-based combat system. The Necromancer's Tale allows us to play as a nobleman-necromancer. We participate in turn battles, sending our resurrected minions to fight enemies. The game also forces us to make important choices with significant consequences.

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Psychic Software is a development team from Ireland that has delivered a number of smaller caliber projects over the years. The Necromancer's Tale described here is their greatest work to date. We are dealing with an RPG game, emphasizing storytelling and tactical combat.

Gameplay

In The Necromancer's Tale the action is viewed in an isometric perspective.

Decisions and their consequences

During the game, we explore the game world, get to know its inhabitants, engage in conversations with them and perform quests for them. On our way, we often have to make choices that shape the course of the story and determine its ending.

The decisions we make also affect how much trust other characters place in us. We should pay attention to this parameter, because if it starts to scrape the bottom, we may start encountering problems. In the most extreme cases we may fall victim to lynching or be brought to court and sentenced to death.

Necromancy and turn-based battles

Fighting opponents also plays an important role in The Necromancer's Tale. As the title suggests, the character we embody is a necromancer. We have a spellbook at our disposal to practice black magic and perform dark rituals of death and resurrection.

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Platforms:

PC Windows

PC Windows

Developer: Psychic Software

Publisher: Psychic Software

Age restrictions: 16+

Features

System Requirements

System Requirements for The Necromancer's Tale Video Game:

PC Windows

PC / Windows

Minimum System Requirements:
Intel Core i5-7500 / AMD Ryzen 5 1500X, 8 GB RAM, graphic card Intel HD 620, 5 GB HDD, Windows 7/8/10/11 64-bit.

Recommended System Requirements:
Intel Core i7 / AMD Ryzen 7 1800X, 16 GB RAM, graphic card 6 GB GeForce GTX 1060, 5 GB HDD, Windows 7/8/10/11 64-bit.

Ratings

Game Ratings for The Necromancer's Tale Video Game.

92%

STEAM Score

All Reviews: Very Positive (557)

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User Reviews Summary generated by AI

The main pros of the game

  • Strong Narrative and Writing: The game is praised for its compelling story, engaging writing, and well-developed characters. Many players appreciate the intricate plot and the moral complexity of the choices they make.
  • Atmosphere and Immersion: The gothic aesthetic and immersive ambiance are frequently highlighted, with players feeling a strong connection to the themes of necromancy and the setting.
  • Replayability: Many users mention the game's replay value due to branching narratives and multiple endings, encouraging players to explore different character builds and story paths.
  • Creative Problem Solving: Players enjoy the freedom to approach challenges in various ways, rewarding creative thinking and exploration.
  • Developer Engagement: The responsiveness of the developers to feedback and their commitment to updates is noted positively by players.

The main cons of the game

  • Combat Mechanics: The combat system is often described as basic, clunky, and lacking depth, with many players expressing disappointment that it does not meet their expectations for an RPG.
  • Technical Issues: Users report various bugs and jankiness, although many feel these do not significantly detract from the overall experience.
  • Pacing and Structure: Some players find the pacing slow, especially in the early chapters, and feel that certain narrative elements could be better fleshed out.
  • Linear Progression: While there are choices, some users feel that the game can be too linear at times, guiding players too much rather than allowing for more freedom.

The features or elements that are missing from the game according to users

  • Combat Depth: Many players wish for more complex and engaging combat mechanics, as well as a greater variety of enemies and encounters to enhance the necromancer experience.
  • User Interface Improvements: Some reviews mention issues with the UI and controls, suggesting that improvements could enhance the overall gameplay experience.
  • Exploration Opportunities: Users express a desire for more areas to explore outside the main city and more opportunities for combat and loot acquisition.
  • Character Development: A lack of traditional RPG character progression elements, such as experience points and skill trees, is noted as a drawback, with players wanting more ways to customize and develop their characters.

Summary

  • Overall, while The Necromancer's Tale has its flaws, it is celebrated for its rich storytelling and atmosphere, making it a unique experience for fans of narrative-driven RPGs.

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