Overall - amazing. Although it may feel like a guessing game at times, hard decisions must be made and the ambiguity of choosing the "correct" option simply adds to the stark ambiance. Often times, there is no correct answer and although people may die, that just further illustrates the cynical nature of The Banner Saga. Many negative aspects of this game are valid (for example, the strange combat initive system) but I didn't find anything actually bothersome. The story is fantastic, the mise en scène is captivating, and overall - this is just a great game. It also may be the first game I ever justify a second playthrough with!

Overall - amazing. Although it may feel like a guessing game at times, hard decisions must be made and the ambiguity of choosing the "correct" option simply adds to the stark ambiance. Often times, there is no correct answer and although people may die, that just further illustrates the cynical nature of The Banner Saga. Many negative aspects of this game are valid (for example, the strange combat initive system) but I didn't find anything actually bothersome. The story is fantastic, the mise en scène is captivating, and overall - this is just a great game. It also may be the first game I ever justify a second playthrough with!