Legacy of Kain: Defiance (2012)

Developer: Crystal Dynamics
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Action, Adventure
Rating: 4.3 of 5, 1,259 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 8.9 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A darkly atmospheric gothic action game where you wield legendary swords as powerful vampires, slashing through a world steeped in conflict and intrigue.

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What players say

Players praise the story, voice acting, and series finale but call the PC port a chore with no controller support, no achievements, and a bad camera. Many advise waiting for the remaster or using a third-party program to get a controller working.

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