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The editors liked
Unbelievable graphics
Compelling though cliche-packed story
Solid shooting with some brilliant weapons
It's a real looker
Lovingly crafted alternate Victorian London
Interesting concept and generally clever storytelling
Sky-high production values
It's undeniably pretty – There is no getting around it
The game does look very nice
The story starts well – Ok that's about as far as it gets
But there is remnants of a good idea that could be salvaged in the sequel
Good voice acting – The dialogue
Looks gorgeous
Deeply atmospheric
Fabulous steampunk gadgets
Weapons and general vibe
Pleasing storyline and characterisations
The editors didn't like
Too reliant on quick-time events
Frustrating insta-fail stealth
Restrictive and unimaginative gameplay
Too much emphasis on watching over playing
The shooting that makes up the bulk of the gameplay is dull and uninspired
Change of pace moments
Particularly stealth
Are poorly executed
In short
It's just not fun
Ends too soon and with no closure or satisfaction
Very linear
No multiplayer or replay value
Lazy devs
This is a tricky one without spoiling the game
But there is a fight early in the game which is then replicated later on. You could also apply this to the lycan interactions. Every time is the same
Empty streets – Where is everybody? AC
Unit
Far too many quick time events
Cutscene heavy
Third-person shooter gameplay lacklustre compared to its peers
Doesn't make the most of its best ideas
Totally wasted environments offer no interactivity
Published: 2015-02-19, Author: James , review by: techdigest.tv
Abstract: Welcome to The Order: 1886, a steampunk reimagining of the Victorian era. The first thing that will strike you is the game looks gorgeous – and is now the PS4 title to beat in the looks department.The setting accentuates this. The London of the game is de...
Abstract: There are some games that have so much anticipation and hype around them that it seems impossible for them to fully live up to expectation. It turns out that when you saw it looking so shiny it was running on a PC with a Terabyte of RAM and 16 graphics ca...
Unbelievable graphics, Compelling though cliche-packed story, Solid shooting with some brilliant weapons
Too reliant on quick-time events, Frustrating insta-fail stealth, Restrictive and unimaginative gameplay
A stunning graphical showcase that can't hide a so-so game. The Order: 1886 has a great premise and a decent, albeit clichéd narrative, but the cost of its cinematic values comes in restrictive gameplay, mediocre shooting and an over-reliance on quick-tim...
Published: 2014-05-28, Author: Nick , review by: T3.com
As has been mentioned, The Order: 1886 is hard to judge in terms of its story. The visuals are swoon-worthy and the weapons are fun to use. But the developers are holding back an awful lot and while the mechanics in the game feel solid, The Order: 1886 fe...
Once you have experienced the Order's mediocre story and gameplay, there is no reason to play it again, apart from to stare at how gorgeous it is. It's more Ready at Dawn, done by afternoon tea, than Ready at Dawn done by lunch...
Gorgeous graphics, Seamless integration between cut scenes and in-game play, Innovative weapons
Boring shooting gallery-style combat, Cool weapons not used nearly enough, Little to no replay value, Predictable, clichéd story
The Order: 1886 is a graphically stunning title bogged down by tired combat scenarios and a lackluster story. Gallant knights, rabid werewolves, a brewing class war and plenty of steampunk — it sounds like a recipe for a great game. And at its ...
Abstract: Back when hype for Sony's PlayStation 4 was at an all time high, developer Ready at Dawn capitalized on that hype by announcing a game that was not only set within a brand new IP but which would also take full advantage of the PlayStation 4's enhanced cap...
Abstract: The first trailer for The Order: 1886 had me excited immediately. Developer Ready at Dawn advertised the trailer as being entirely in-engine, and as a hint of what the PlayStation 4 is capable of, it was tantalizing. After some delays, the game is finally...
Abstract: The Order: 1886 has been one of the most eagerly anticipated titles of 2015 and understandably so, as it is Sony's first major exclusive of the year. It has faced criticism from the public for having too many Quick Time Events as well as for its cinematic...
