| Rating | ||
|---|---|---|
| out of 10 | click here for ratings guide | |
| 9.5 | Presentation Incredible. Everything from the cutscenes to the falling leaves in the menus work together to create a very enthralling experience. | |
| 9.0 | Graphics While not superb in a technical sense, the artistic direction and execution of what's there are top notch. | |
| 8.5 | Sound Solid voice acting and a vividly atmospheric score demand you to turn the volume up. | |
| 8.5 | Gameplay Very fun combat with great motion controls, but a few key issues end up doing a bit of damage to the experience. | |
| 9.0 | Lasting Appeal A haunting adventure (that will take fifteen hours at least) worth coming back to. | |
| 9.0 | OVERALL (out of 10 / not an average) |  |
Closing Comments
There are many other aspects of the game worthy of discussion, but we can't cover all of them here. Let's just end our commentary by saying that a great deal of the magnificence in Folklore comes from the little details: the serenity within a field of bristling flowers and cascading petals, or the charm of a stairway that rings with laughter when your character's foot falls upon it - these are just a few of the many moments that may bring an awed smile to your face.
Unfortunately, though the game is very enjoyable to play, the menu load time, framerate, and level repetition issues can detract from the gameplay experience. But we strongly recommend that you don't let these concerns stop you from playing Folklore. This is one of the best titles to hit the PlayStation 3, and its eccentricity and charm are undeniable. Unless you're just a straight adrenaline junkie, don't miss your opportunity to witness the poetry and magic of this ethereal hit.
