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Age of Decadence. RPGs for pacifist runs ☮

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The fall of the Roman Empire as an inspiration to build the story of the game universe? Especially after the apocalypse, and with trace amounts of magic? You have to admit that the Age of Decadence creators came up with an unusual idea, and they throw us into the heart of extraordinary events. It begins humbly – we find an ancient map that hides answers about the mysteries of the past. Answers that we won't necessarily like.

Interestingly, while the game world is filled with violence and brutality, and there is definitely no shortage of conflict situations, the entire campaign can be completed without shedding even a drop of blood. What's more, most fights will be avoided quite easily by choosing a character profession geared towards pacifist solutions. We can also avoid clashes by making the right decisions during dialogues. If you are interested in such a game, start the Age of Decadence adventure as a merchant – then it will be easy.

Other professions also allow for pacifist gameplay, though it is more difficult in their case. For example, a stealthy killer does not have to specialize in eliminating enemies silently. This production allows the Agent 47-like assassin to use his disguise skills and, if necessary, his razor-sharp tongue to save himself.

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Patrick Manelski

Patrick Manelski

A fanatic of MMO-games, who's lost in the fantasy world. He won't say no to a good book or TV series.

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