Sacred

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Release Date: February 27, 2004

A fantasy hack'n'slash role-playing game similar to the popular Diablo series. The game was developed by Ascaron, an experienced German studio known for the cult series Patrician.

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Sacred is an action RPG developed by Ascaron Enteratinment, the developers of such games as Port Royale and Patrician II:Quest for Power. Sacred is set in a vast and various fantasy world of Ancaria, made of 16 regions (each having their own laws). The game offers over 30 missions in the main campaign, as well as nearly 200 side quests. The players have lots of freedom in world exploration, for 70% of the game world is available since the beginning of the adventure, and only 30% unlocks with our progress in the main story.

There are over 20 kinds of environments: forests, deserts, mountains, cities and so on. In our travels, we will meet lots of NPCs that react to our behavior, for example: having performed a task given in a region, its inhabitants will give us better prices at their stores.

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There are six different character classes to choose from: Gladiator, Wizard, Dark Elf, Forest Elf, Seraphim and Vampire Lady. Each of these have their own skills and combat abilities. Sacred also offers a simple and intuitive combat system with up to 10 configurable action slots for weapons, spells and special moves.

Sacred has multiplayer mode (co-op and Hack ‘n’ Slay) for up to 16 players via LAN and the Internet.

Platforms:

PC Windows

Developer: Ascaron Software

Publisher: Deep Silver / Plaion

Similar Games:

Diablo

Diablo II

Hellgate: London

Game Series

7GAMES

Sacred Game Series

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System Requirements

System Requirements for Sacred Video Game:

PC / Windows

Recommanded System Requirements:
Processor Pentium 4 1.4 GHz, 512MB RAM, 64 MB graphic card (DirectX9), 2,5GB HDD .

Expansions

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Sacred: Underworld

Expansion

March 24, 2005

RPG

Underworld is the first official addition to the action-RPG (hack'n'slash), titled Sacred. The expansion story begins with the end of a story known from the original production.

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Ratings

Game Ratings for Sacred Video Game.

85%

STEAM Score

All Reviews: Very Positive (3,644)

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The main pros of the game

Nostalgia Factor: Many players have fond memories of playing Sacred Gold in the past, and its return on Steam has been well-received.
Fast Gameplay: The game is described as fast-paced, with modern graphics and easy controls that facilitate smooth navigation from one location to another.
Action and Special Effects: s appreciate the good amount of action and special effects in the game, enhancing the overall experience.
Engaging Combat: Some s find the combat system enjoyable and reminiscent of classic ARPGs.

The main cons of the game

Difficulty Level: Players report that many battles, especially boss fights, are quite challenging, often featuring overpowered enemies.
Resource Management: Shop items require a significant amount of resources, making it a grind to collect what is needed.
Repetitiveness: The game is noted for being repetitive, with objectives often spread too far apart on the map, leading to a grindfest experience.
Character Underpowering: Many s feel that their characters are underpowered, which can make gameplay frustrating.
Lack of Directions: There is a noted lack of guidance and instructions, which can make it difficult for new players to navigate the game effectively.

The features or elements that are missing from the game according to s

Compatibility Issues: Players have encountered problems running the game on modern systems (like Windows 10/11), requiring various workarounds.
Language Options: Some s expressed a desire for a Spanish version or better localization, as the current version lacks multiple language options.
Interface Improvements: The game?s interface is seen as outdated, and players have suggested that it could benefit from modernization.
Multiplayer : While there was mention of multiplayer capabilities in the past, s noted that it may no longer be functional.

Summary

Overall, Sacred Gold is viewed as a nostalgic classic that still holds value for fans of the genre, but it suffers from several gameplay and compatibility issues that can detract from the experience.

Summary generated on: November 25, 2024

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