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Fate
Critic Score
Metascore: 84 Metascore out of 100
User Score  
8.8 out of 10
based on 8 reviews
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Travel to the outskirts where the Old Wood meets the Dungeon Gate in the fabled forest town of Grove. Beyond this mystic gate,you'll acquire power with unique weaponry and magic spells. Battle creatures that lurk within the dungeon's corridors. Venture beyond the gate to steal glimpses of glory and fortune. Live to the next century, or look death in its fiery eyes and seek solace in the after-life. The time has come to take the dare. Rise and test your worth! Step forward and determine Your FATE! [WildTangent]

PUBLISHER: WildTangent
DEVELOPER: WildTangent
GENRE(S): Role-Playing Game, Action, Adventure
PLAYERS: 1
ESRB RATING: E10+ (Everyone 10 and Older)
RELEASE DATE: May 18, 2005

What The Critics Said

All critic scores are converted to a 100-point scale. If a critic does not indicate a score, we assign a score based on the general impression given by the text of the review. Learn more...

100
GameShark
One of the best dungeon romps I've played this year. The scale of the adventure may not be epic but the overall package is pure unadulterated addiction. If you like role-playing games then you'll love FATE.
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100
Computer Games Magazine
If there was ever a game to hook a casual player on the charms of dungeon hacking, or absorb an old vet whose time has become a commodity, FATE is it. [Sept 2005, p.48]
90
GameSpy
WildTangent deserves a huge amount of praise for delivering a remarkably addictive dungeon crawl, and at a mere $20, it's a fate anyone who enjoyed the solo portion of Diablo shouldn't hesitate to meet.
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82
PC Format
Addictive, simple, and enormous fun, Fate's only flaw is that the endless dungeons get depressing as the decor incessantly repeats, and that the simple fishing mini-game often nets you ridiculously expensive top-level items. [Sept 2005, p.102]
80
Computer Gaming World
Fate isn't going to glue new brain cells inside your skull, but it isn't going to murder the ones you have. It's a good time, it really never reaches an end, and it may be the best way to while away the lifetime between now and "Diablo III."
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79
GameSpot
It's a fully 3D action RPG that's like a combination of Diablo and its sequel, but with better graphics.
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79
PC Gamer
Hack-and-slash addicts will enjoy the old-school experience. [Aug 2005, p.58]
60
G4 TV
Fate certainly isn’t the most innovative title out there. In fact, it’s quite easily labeled as a "Diablo" clone, and inherits its predecessor’s endlessly repetitive combat and gameplay. However, this game also somehow manages to stay fun hour after hour.
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What Our Users Said

Vote Now! The average user rating for this game is 8.8 (out of 10) based on 15 User Votes
Note: User votes are NOT included in the Metascore calculation.

G. G. gave it a10:
This is a Darkstone clone with improved graphics and no weapon durability (I hate weapons degrading). Since I love Darkstone, I was very happy to find this bargain priced gem of a dungeon crawler.

Matthew M. gave it a10:
Enjoyable, Innovative, Replayable.

Darren H. gave it a9:
Not very innovative, but surprisingly fun. It's a Diablo clone, so if you enjoyed Diablo, you'll like this. I've played other Diablo clones but this one is more fun (even though it may be simpler). You'll get many hours of gameplay for only 20 bucks.

Stephanie R. gave it a9:
It's a really great game for all ages! It has the right mixture of adventure and excitement!

Azn Boy gave it a10:
This is an awesome game. I am level 99 with a level 68 Bengal Tiger pet. It is the most awesome game ever! A Total 10!

Joe S. gave it a10:
Great downloadable game. Easy to get into, hard to master. I give it a 10 for the value, at only 20 dollars. If it cost more, i would want more game play. Great graphics, neat characters, a bit repetitive.

Shawn H. gave it an8:
This is a fun distraction, no instruction manual needed. Fate isn't groundbreaking, but it is easy to play and quickly engrosses you in the game. I particularly like the fact that you can send your pet to town to sell your loot rather than traipsing back and forth yourself every couple of minutes. A good deal and lots of fun for only $20.

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