Folklore

 PlayStation 3
  • Publisher: SCEA
  • Release Date: Oct 9, 2007
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  • Summary: Folklore is a unique, dark fantasy adventure inspired by western fairy tales. Set in the mysterious town of Doolin, two strangers, Keats and Ellen, are drawn together to uncover a mysterious legend in a remote village that exists on the border between dreams and reality. They soon learn thatFolklore is a unique, dark fantasy adventure inspired by western fairy tales. Set in the mysterious town of Doolin, two strangers, Keats and Ellen, are drawn together to uncover a mysterious legend in a remote village that exists on the border between dreams and reality. They soon learn that the town serves as a gateway to fantastic realms, full of creatures, spirits and monsters. In order to solve the mystery of the town, and their past, the pair must journey through these worlds to uncover its secrets. [SCEA]… Expand
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 32 out of 55
  2. Mixed: 22 out of 55
  3. Negative: 1 out of 55
  1. Play Magazine
    90
    Evoking a sense of otherworldliness is, I am assuming, the reason Folklore exists, and it succeeds at this in an almost heartbreakingly beautiful way no other game ever has. [Oct 2007, p.70]
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  2. Gaming Target
    86
    Folklore is one of those games that might seem familiar on the surface, but rest assured there's nothing like it on the PS3. The story might take a while to unfold, but the payoff is there.
  3. GamingTrend
    83
    The combat is engaging and unique, and the storyline is compelling enough to keep you coming back for the duration.
  4. TheSixthAxis
    80
    The key to Folklore's quality is that the game is endlessly rewarding - there's a constant supply of new Folks, quests and the ever evolving story is as good as it gets in video games; there isn't a stage in the game that we didn't enjoy playing through, and the difficulty curve is perfectly balanced.
  5. Game Informer
    73
    Add to that the slow pace at which both the gameplay and story move, and Folklore just doesn't work for me, despite its refreshing premise. [Dec 2007, p.148]
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  6. Official Playstation 2 Magazine UK
    70
    Too linear, but one of PS3's most charming and satisfying adventures so far. [Nov 2007, p.118]
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  7. GameDaily
    40
    Folklore is one of 2007's biggest disappointments. A PlayStation 3 game that at first seemed promising, but explodes in a fiery wreck, thanks to annoying dialogue, bizarre comic book style cut scenes and drab game play.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 38 out of 46
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 46
  3. Negative: 2 out of 46
  1. AdamD.
    Nov 29, 2007
    10
    Astounding visual flair and gameplay that fuses Kirby with Mana, this game represents developers actually taking chances. If you're Astounding visual flair and gameplay that fuses Kirby with Mana, this game represents developers actually taking chances. If you're tired of looking down the sight of an M16, throw your support behind this gem.… Expand
  2. Bret
    Oct 29, 2007
    10
    This game is fabulous. I love the use of the SixAxis movement to absorb the Folk. Great storytelling, fabulous graphics, unique attacks, and This game is fabulous. I love the use of the SixAxis movement to absorb the Folk. Great storytelling, fabulous graphics, unique attacks, and double perspective (2 characters to play). For me it's just one more example where the reviewers don't have a clue. As another person below said, rating this below an 80 is just wrong. It's a great game.… Expand
  4. FreeRPGer
    Dec 11, 2022
    10
    Folklore, simply put, is an overlooked gem. Sadly, it's not even overlooked due to the developers, Game Republic, or the game itself. It'sFolklore, simply put, is an overlooked gem. Sadly, it's not even overlooked due to the developers, Game Republic, or the game itself. It's overlooked due the shortcomings of Sony's 1st sad year of releasing an overpriced PS3 (at $599 in 2006). The system didn't sell well in its 1st year, and so neither did the game in 2007.
    What's more, Sony's review board canceled the idea of a Folklore sequel, due to poor sales (which was Sony's fault in the 1st place), which in turn killed Game Republic.
    If you find this on the cheap (or even not on the cheap), don't pass this up. If you love Faery or Celtic lore, this'll be right up your alley, with unique gameplay, to boot. This is the best I've seen the SixAxis controls implemented in a game, to capture IDs (souls), then use them for battle weapons.
    With Celtic faery art along the lines of Brian Froud, and a Celtic story to match, this is a true work of art. Also love the unique gameplay that implements the SixAxis well, and the story. I bought this new in mid 2008 when I got a PS3 (waited for a price drop), tampered with it, and I'm FINALLY playing it all the way thru in 2020, & I can say that this game more than holds up. This game still has a unique visual style & gameplay going for it, even now, 13 years later.
    Lastly, I LOVE the character designs, especially Ellen. She's a pure beauty, right down to her clothes.    … Expand
  5. CoreyF.
    Oct 15, 2007
    9
    Great game, i love the collection element and the erie music and atmosphere of the game. The cutscene at the start of the game is amazing.. Great game, i love the collection element and the erie music and atmosphere of the game. The cutscene at the start of the game is amazing.. too bad they don't continue using them. That is my only complaint about this game.… Expand
  6. JeremyW
    May 26, 2008
    9
    I like the game because of all the varied realms and I like how the game is a little creepy. I like the mystery in it. The way you get into I like the game because of all the varied realms and I like how the game is a little creepy. I like the mystery in it. The way you get into realms is cool putting pictures and stuff like that into the henge.… Expand
  7. DannAustin
    Mar 5, 2008
    8
    An amazing title for RPG fans. The graphics and music is amazing, the use of the AXIS function brilliant. It's an addictive game, butAn amazing title for RPG fans. The graphics and music is amazing, the use of the AXIS function brilliant. It's an addictive game, but having to play the same levels and beat the same bosses twice (once with each character) to advance a somewhat confusing and dull story bring down the replay value. Still, it's such a great looking game and the battle system is so fun, you'll pump plenty of hours into it.… Expand
  8. Broyax
    Apr 12, 2017
    0
    Bah... c'est quoi ce machin...? une japoniaiserie ! une espèce de jeu d'aventure niais pour ados écervelés. Caméra fixe, carte mal fichue,Bah... c'est quoi ce machin...? une japoniaiserie ! une espèce de jeu d'aventure niais pour ados écervelés. Caméra fixe, carte mal fichue, cinématiques sous forme de bandes dessinées (pas assez d'argent, on dirait un jeu "indépendant"...). Graphismes acceptables (enfin faut pas être bien difficile) et musique lancinante non désactivable aussi niaise que le reste.

    De façon surprenante, le jeu est intégralement en français mais le doublage est très inégal et ne peut prétendre rivaliser avec les Triple A habituels, loin de là. Mais surtout, ce qu'on en retiendra, on ne peut pas vous le dire : on s'est endormi au bout d'un petit quart d'heure.    … Expand

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#42 Best PS3 Game of 2007
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#13 Most Discussed PS3 Game of 2007
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#11 Most Shared PS3 Game of 2007