“Gothic: Arcania” became the next project of Spellbound Entertainment studio and part of one of the most successful series in the gaming industry. The product does not belong to the main storyline, it is a spin-off about the adventures of a young shepherd. All actions take place 10 years after the final part of the trilogy, summing up and revealing a completely new story to the player. The game has many characters from the previous parts, which greatly delighted fans and critics.
What is a series of games "Gothic"
The number of iconic franchises that gamers would have honored for decades can be counted on the fingers. These include many large projects of European, American and Japanese origin. It is in this category that Gothic can be attributed. The first part of the game began to be developed back in 1997, spending four years on development. The announcement took place in 2001 and made a splash in the video game market. The work was one of the first of its kind. During the development, the most modern engine was applied, which made it possible to make the effect of three-dimensionality of space extremely realistic at that time.
Like Gothic 4: Arcania, all parts of the trilogy were performed in the CPRPG genre, which can be deciphered as a "computer role-playing game." During the gameplay, the player may notice that the main focus of the developers was not only on the schedule. From the very first part to "Gothic: Arcania", the creators were able to implement one of the best leveling systems for a game character.
Pumping system
As in many other role-playing games, the RPG element in Gothic: Arcania is developed according to the classical system. As you progress through the game and complete quests, the player accrues experience and reputation, which can help in obtaining new levels. For each new step, the character receives points of skills and abilities, which can be distributed in the corresponding section "Gothic: Arcania".
Player characteristics are divided into 7 main categories:
- Force. Responsible for the possibility of using and causing damage with melee weapons (axes, axes, swords).
- Agility. Parameter needed to increase the accuracy of archery and crossbow. Also improves the character's ability to open locks and thefts.
- Mana. Directly affects the number of spells cast in a short amount of time.
- A life. Increases the amount of damage transferred. If the standard of living falls below a certain threshold, then the character loses consciousness. If it ends, the character dies.
- Endurance. Attribute that increases the speed of striking with heavy weapons. The parameter is quickly consumed during protracted battles and fast movement.
- Ancient knowledge. Affects the damage done by magic, as well as the effect of some special spells.
With the help of such a well-developed pumping system, the gamer has the opportunity to act as he wants. The game "Gothic: Arkania" is not limited to any classes. It allows you to combine the specialties of a thief, mage, warrior, cleric, and so on.
The beginning of the passage
“Gothic 4: Arkania” from the very first seconds immerses you inside the gameplay. The first thing a young shepherd has to do is go through three trials and marry his beloved Ivy. To do this, bring the dagger Melgani, drive out the merchant Diego and bring three copies of deer horns. The task is simple, after which the hero is sent to make a bracelet as a gift to his beloved father. To get amber, you need to give the blacksmith toadstool mushrooms and go on a quest for the forest witch. She gives the player 30 scrolls of lightning to destroy a spider's nest. At the end of the quest, a huge wall falls on the player, and returning to the village, he sees a fire. Having run up, the shepherd discovers the bloodied body of his beloved and goes to avenge.
As it turns out, none other than Robar the Third is behind the death of the beautiful Ivy. It was he who sent his troops to ruin the village of the protagonist. To complete the plan, the shepherd has to carefully prepare. The first step is to find the sacred anvil. In search of information, you must contact the head of the tavern Mudra. She says that the bandits block the path to the sanctuary and offers to drink, and then interrupt. After that, the main character receives a key, and a young adventurer is recorded as his partner.
The plot of the revolutionaries, the road to Silverlake
After successfully completing the first chapter, you need to go to the next city. On the way, the hero stumbles upon a house from which ominous screams come. For further passage of "Gothic 4: Arkania" you need to go for the key to the commander of the military barracks. The path to the house is free, which means it remains only to exterminate all the evil spirits that inhabit it. Once in the city, the main character makes an acquaintance with the leader of local revolutionaries. To get new information, you can go in two ways:
- He will go in search of Leuven's sister and break into the chest.
- Knock out all the information from Vinstan.
Having fulfilled one of the conditions, the hero must go to the lair of the rebels and kill the brother of Lord Renwick. As a reward, the player is given the opportunity to choose one of three good sets of armor.
On the way to the city to cross another village. There, the player must complete several simple tasks to collect herbs. The most serious task will be the return of the Doran flag from the goblin cave.
Holy anvil
Having completed all his affairs in Silverlake, the main character continues the path to his great goal. The hero should head to Settarif. The city is closed, and the only way to get into it is to kill the troll and enter the crypt. A one-eyed rebel will tell you how to lower the gate. Once in the fortress, the battle will begin with Dantero, in the arsenal of which there will be three obsidian golems.
After defeating the villain, the hero passes a cave with dangerous creatures, behind which is the long-awaited anvil. Using the necessary ingredients, you can craft a powerful weapon that can seriously facilitate the game process and the final battle.
Ending
Having collected everything you need, you can go to the monastery of the ancient goddess. This is the most difficult part of the game "Gothic 4: Arkania", full of unprecedented before this action. To get into the building, you need to find the key, which is located in the northeast of the map. The location is filled with all kinds of monsters and demons, among which you can meet the Lord of Demons.
At the end of the game, you need to go to the temple to battle the last boss. The whole battle is divided into three phases:
- The demoness actively flies around the location and scratches her claws. If hit, the player may fall to the ground.
- The enemy flies off to the statue and begins to throw magic. It is recommended to attack with a bow or spell.
- The same as in the second, but now the demoness calls hordes of monsters.
After the victory, the game ends, and you can enjoy the final video, the passage of "Gothic: Arkania" is considered over.
Total
"Gothic: Arkania" received a cult status for a reason. The scale of the events that take place in the game is amazing, and the pumping system makes you spend several hundred hours. The game is definitely worth the money, which will definitely please the ordinary gamer and take him from the real world for a long time.