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Rune
Generally favorable reviews
Based on 26 critic reviews
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Based on 5 votes
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Game Info
Publisher: Gathering of Developers
Developer: Human Head
Genre(s): Action
Players: 16
ESRB Rating: M (Mature)
Release Date: October 30, 2000
Summary
A third-person game of action and adventure steeped in Norse mythology and high fantasy. Use your brains and massive brawn to survive as you explore the 3-D game world fighting off creatures from Norse legend and the fertile minds of the Human Head staff with their array of swords, axes, and magical devices. [Gathering of Developers]
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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...
Voodoo Extreme
Though the game starts out a little slowly, with crabs and goblins as your primary foes, the action picks up after a few levels and soon, the creatures you're fighting will alternately frighten and excite you.
Read Full Review >Gaming Age
A surreal Viking-inspired experience that turns itself into is a somewhat simple hack 'n slash action game, but a very, very fun one, at that.
Read Full Review >Game Revolution
Rune kicks butt. It's easily the best hack n' slash game out there, chock full of bladed mayhem.
Read Full Review >FiringSquad
The level design is fantastic with an eye not just on good looks, but good gameplay as well.
Read Full Review >Antagonist
Although you may find yourself feeling bored with the repetitiveness of the game at some points, you'll certainly have a good time getting there.
CNET Gamecenter
Any game that lets you lop off the head of your enemy and then use it as a weapon has our vote.
GameSpy
When it comes carnage, Rune doesn't skimp. The game ships with the disclaimer that it's "not a game for the meek, slow or anyone under 17 years old." This is not an understatement.
Read Full Review >ActionTrip
Rune immerses players into an intricate game world! What more could a fan ask for? I got sucked in and wouldn't let go for two straight days of playing; and we're talking 'my girlfriend wants to dump me 'cause I prefer my PC to sex' playing time.
Read Full Review >GamerWeb PC
The simplistic combat isn't always fun, but the awesome environments make up for it.
Read Full Review >IGN
A fun little title that adds a bit of creativity to the monotonous action/shooter genre, but it does get repetitive and it has its share of frustrating moments.
Read Full Review >Hot Games
Norse mythology provides plenty of story and imagery to this 3D action game.
Read Full Review >GameZone
A brawny game without a huge emphasis on brains - although Viking warriors toward the end of the game are challenging enough. There's a lot of visceral, visual enjoyment here.
Read Full Review >Game Over Online
If you can get through a slow start and endure the troubles with bothersome levers, there is a lot of hack and slash fun to be had. The combat system is not quite the innovation that it has been made out to be, but it is smooth and responsive and quite fun to play with.
Read Full Review >Happy Puppy
If you like wall-to-wall bloody action in cool locales with some interesting puzzles and lots to do, Rune may be what you're looking for.
Read Full Review >Gamezilla!
Without a well-developed plot to lure you on and with redundant combat exercises to challenge and improve your ability, this is one Action title that may be best to pass on.
Read Full Review >Eurogamer
Its stunning graphics put most other third person games to shame, the ferocious hand-to-hand combat makes for a more visceral experience than is usual in this rather stale genre, and the heavy dose of Norse mythology provides an interesting and unique setting for the game.
Read Full Review >All Game Guide
Despite good graphics and excellent sound, Rune falls short of its potential due to various flaws, glitches, and a lack of variation over the long haul. Rune is a prime example of not being able to judge a game by it's pretty exterior.
Read Full Review >CheckOut
Its unique melee-based combat sets it apart from the usual guns-'n'-grenades blood sports, but a lack of variety in the single-player game means that it never becomes quite as addictive as it could.
GamePro
Rune will satisfy your axe-swinging, lever-pulling, zombie beheading urges, just don't expect anything too deep.
Read Full Review >GameSpot
This simplistic melee combat system combined with weak enemy artificial intelligence makes Rune an ultimately shallow and repetitious experience.
Read Full Review >PC Gamer
Offers a lot of game time for your money, but not much stimulation. [Jan 2001, p.142]
Electric Playground
As far as multiplayer goes, Rune comes with seven deathmatch levels that, much like the single player version, quickly become monotonous. (Oh look. We’re back here again.)
Read Full Review >Adrenaline Vault
Not a collapsing ruin, and although it can be entertaining, it is missing the strong foundation needed to capture one's long-term interest.
Read Full Review >Daily Radar
Poor AI, routine melee combat and unimaginative gameplay consign Rune to the hellish abode of the bored.
Computer Games Magazine
Too long and uninspiring to hold your attention. The game would have been far more entertaining with half as many levels. More can be better...but only if it's good.
Read Full Review >What Our Users Said
The average user rating for this game is 9.0 (out of 10) based on 5 User Votes
Note: User votes are NOT included in the Metascore calculation.
Jakas S. gave it a10:
The game is a blast. The visuals are amazing and the story really well thought out. Multiplayer is phenomenal.
Nucleus gave it a7:
Reeks of averageness all around. Overly simplified arcade-like controls and player movement, very stupid enemy AI, basic visuals and simple "pull the lever"-puzzles. It didn't keep me insterested for long.
Zikas A. gave it a 10:
A very good game-especially in multiplayer.
