Ken Follett's The Pillars of the Earth

 PC
Metascore
78

Generally favorable reviews - based on 20 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 16 out of 20
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 20
  3. Negative: 0 out of 20
  1. GameStar
    Apr 19, 2018
    74
    Atmospheric adaptation of the story as interactive visual novel. Overall a bit too lengthy and static with little gameplay variety.
  2. Impulsegamer
    Sep 11, 2017
    70
    I hope there will be an improvement with the interactive features of the game for the next instalment as I am really looking forward to seeing how the story unfolds. However, if not, then I may lose interest in completing the entire game and just read the original book instead.
  3. 4Players.de
    Aug 18, 2017
    65
    It starts slow. Too slow. But once this playable novel gains momentum, it gets interesting.
  5. Gamer.no
    Aug 22, 2017
    60
    Daedalic's novel adaptation delivers a great story, beautiful visuals and interesting characters. 12th century England makes for a fascinating setting, but unfortunately far too much time is wasted on backtracking and tedious puzzles.
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  1. Rock, Paper, Shotgun
    Aug 25, 2017
    In terms of where this opening salvo of game leaves me, I’m interested to see how some of the characters progress and wary of others. The latter is because some of the jerks are so clearly going to take their douchebaggery too far and I don’t trust historical novels to give people their comeuppance! In terms of where I’m the most emotionally invested, though, I’d say it’s actually in the fate of the cathedral. They’re so complicated and prone to expense/disaster/overrunning/all of the above and I really want to know if this one is ever completed!

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User Score
8.1

Generally favorable reviews- based on 86 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 62 out of 86
  2. Mixed: 17 out of 86
  3. Negative: 7 out of 86
  1. stephanber
    Jan 18, 2018
    10
    EXCELLENT game ! Drawings are beautiful, dialogue superb, great story (the book was great), and choices matters. For this price, I'd recommendEXCELLENT game ! Drawings are beautiful, dialogue superb, great story (the book was great), and choices matters. For this price, I'd recommend this game with my eyes closed ! Go for it !

    And thank you Daedalic for this great game !    … Full Review »
  2. NixSar
    Dec 14, 2017
    9
    Ken Follett's The Pillars of the Earth is beautifully executed with gorgeous graphics and art style, compelling sound effects and good voiceKen Follett's The Pillars of the Earth is beautifully executed with gorgeous graphics and art style, compelling sound effects and good voice acting that make an already engaging story even more immersive. It's is slow in a good way, carefully pulling you in by switching various characters and weaving their stories together. If you like point and click adventures and Telltale games, this one is a must.… Full Review »
  3. HizerggHuzer
    Aug 24, 2020
    10
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