Players can already try out Legacy of Kain: Ascendance, but it seems that the project does not live up to expectations. The game was supposed to be a grand return of the cult franchise, which fans had been waiting for for years, but the reality turned out to be much harsher.
The first reviews have appeared online, and now, after 16 opinions, the project has received a score of 58%. This is a frankly weak result, given the large credit of trust in the brand. Reviewers most often criticize the monotonous gameplay, unsuccessful level design, weak AI of opponents, and the lack of satisfaction from the gameplay. The texts contain accusations of an overly conservative structure of the game; some critics even state that the project looks more like a budget spin-off than a full-fledged return of the series. There are also opinions that the new plot and changes in the lore look like a «cheap fan fiction» instead of a worthy prequel.
However, the game also has its advantages. Critics praise the soundtrack and the authors' very attempt to return and expand the world of Nosgoth. The mix of new and familiar characters has been positively received, and some experts see potential in the development of the narrative. Some note that the combat system feels solid at first, although it becomes monotonous over time.
