Arx Fatalis (2007)

- Developer
- Arkane Studios
- Genres
- RPG
- Rating
- 4.4 of 5, 2,581 player ratings
- Typical playtime
- about 24 hours
- Where to get it
- Steam
How it feels
Exploration-driven first-person RPG with a dark, atmospheric underground setting and tactical combat that rewards stealth and spellcasting.
atmosphericdark fantasyfirst-personimmersive simexplorationstealthmagicinventory management
What players say
Players praise the immersive world and sense of discovery, but warn that the magic system is finicky and the game often demands a guide for obscure puzzles. Combat and movement feel sluggish, and many recommend the Arx Libertalis mod. Voice acting is described as charming or unintentionally funny.
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