Achilles: Legends Untold
Release Date: November 2, 2023
RPG, hack'and'slash, isometric view, Polish, indie games, co-op, Greek mythology, action RPG, soulslike, multiplayer, singleplayer, internet
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An isometric action RPG by the Polish studio Dark Point Games, starring Achilles, caught up in a conflict between Ares and Hades. Achilles: Legends Untold supports singleplayer and co-op.
Achilles: Legends Untold is an action RPG inspired by soulslikes and classic hack'n'slash games. It was developed by an indie Polish studio Dark Point Games.
Plot
Achilles: Legends Untold is set in a world of Greek mythology. The titular hero, Achilles, is stuck in the middle of a conflict between Hades and Ares. To end their eternal battle, he must face Ares' son, Phobos. On his dangerous journey, he's assisted by Hephaestus, the god of smithing.
Mechanics
Achilles: Legends Untold is an isometric game. The game is set in various dangerous areas, ranging from ruined cities and temples to dense forests and dark dungeons. The player must explore these areas, completing quests and fighting enemies.
Combat primarily takes place in melee, as the player wields swords, spears and shields. Achilles must stay mobile, blocking enemy attacks, dodging and countering. Aside from regular foes, he'll also face powerful cyclopes and giant crabs. Though a mythical hero, he must be careful, as even common enemies can be a real challenge. The game features the GAIA system, which ensures groups of enemies behave realistically, working together and adapting to our fighting style.
As we progress, we develop our protagonist, learning new abilities, upgrading them and acquiring better gear. Equipment can either be found or forged by Hephaeustus after giving him necessary resources.
Game modes
Achilles: Legends Untold supports singleplayer and online co-op.
Technical aspects
Achilles: Legends Untold features high-quality visuals. The game is colorful, the locations and enemy models are all full of detail.
Videos and Screens
[1:17] Achilles: Legends Untold - Nintendo Switch Launch Trailer
[1:17] Achilles: Legends Untold - Nintendo Switch Release Date Trailer
Nindie Spotlight: 6 / 10 by Justin Nation
While most of the elements are in place for something more grand, clunky combat and washed out visuals fall short of greatness
NintendoWorldReport: 6 / 10 by John Rairdin
Achilles: Legends Untold is a functional isometric souls-like that plays well enough and has plenty of territory to explore but falls short in its Switch port. It isn't completely unenjoyable by any means and mechanically it is quite solid. But ultimately through the combination of a rough Switch port, poor voice acting, and a general struggle to do anything that stands out, it winds up being a forgettable journey.
God is a Geek: 6 / 10 by Mick Fraser
There are flashes of a great game in Achilles: Legends Untold, which developer Dark Point Games has clearly put a great deal of effort into it.
GAMERS Score
Average score from 26 votes. 15 players anticipated the game.
Achilles: Legends Untold Summary
Early Access:May 12, 2022
Platforms:
PC / Windows November 2, 2023
PlayStation 5 November 2, 2023
Xbox Series X/S November 2, 2023
Switch January 23, 2025
PlayStation 4 September 18, 2024
Xbox One September 18, 2024
Developer: Dark Point Games
Publisher: Dark Point Games
Age restrictions: 16+
Achilles: Legends Untold System Requirements
PC / Windows
Minimum: Intel Core i3-8100 3.6 GHz / AMD Ryzen 3 1200 3.1 GHz, 8 GB RAM, graphic card 4 GB GeForce GTX 1050 Ti / Radeon RX 560 or better, Windows 10 64-bit
Recommended: Intel Core i5-8400 2.8 GHz / AMD Ryzen 5 2600X 3.6 GHz, 16 GB RAM, graphic card 6 GB GeForce GTX 1660 / 8 GB Radeon RX 580 or better, Windows 10 64-bit