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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Critic Reviews

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: 36 out of 44
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 44
  3. Negative: 2 out of 44
  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. Dragonlewa59
    Jun 12, 2021
    10
    Gameplay: 9.5/10
    Story: 10/10
    Graphics:9.5/10 Innovations:10/10 Sounds:9.8/10 This is probabably the most underrated game of all time.    Gameplay: 9.5/10
    Story: 10/10
    Graphics:9.5/10
    Innovations:10/10
    Sounds:9.8/10
    This is probabably the most underrated game of all time. Revolutionary gameplay, incredible story,    … Expand
  5. LarsS.
    Oct 22, 2007
    9
    Excellent game. Nice interesting fight mechanics. A definite must-buy. This is the type of game consoles were made for!
  6. CastleNerevar
    Feb 3, 2021
    9
    I came here to sing the praises of this game. It is HEAVILY overlooked when talking about RPGs from the 7th generation of game consoles but myI came here to sing the praises of this game. It is HEAVILY overlooked when talking about RPGs from the 7th generation of game consoles but my god this is one that every PS3 owner needs to play.… Expand
  7. SunRider
    Jun 29, 2014
    8
    This is truly a unique game, I liked a lot the way how you're collecting Folks (your army), feels like you're fishing with dual shock :)This is truly a unique game, I liked a lot the way how you're collecting Folks (your army), feels like you're fishing with dual shock :)
    Graphically, I'd never say it's a 2007. game, atmosphere and music are close to perfect.
    The only thing that annoyed me occasionally was leveling Folks up, and I have to admit that chapters between Ellen and Keits could be a little more distinctive.
    Advice for all of you planning to play it - play 2 chapters with one character and then 2 with the other, to avoid boredom.
    Overall, very good and highly enjoyable game.    … 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