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Folklore (PS3)

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Developer: Game Republic JapanStudio
Publisher: SCEA
Game Details: Folklore is a unique, dark fantasy adventure inspired by western fairy tales. Set in the mysterious
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 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 toFolklore 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
Developer: Game Republic JapanStudio
Publisher: SCEA
Genre(s): Action Adventure Fantasy General Fantasy
Number of players: No Online Multiplayer
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Official Site: http://www.us.playstation.com/Folklore/
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Critic Reviews
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75
Metascore Generally favorable reviews
32 Positive Ratings 58%
22 Mixed Ratings 40%
1 Negative Ratings 1%
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Play Magazine
"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]"
86
Gaming Target
"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." ... Read full review
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GamingTrend
"The combat is engaging and unique, and the storyline is compelling enough to keep you coming back for the duration." ... Read full review
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TheSixthAxis
"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." ... Read full review
73
Game Informer
"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]"
70
Official Playstation 2 Magazine UK
"Too linear, but one of PS3's most charming and satisfying adventures so far. [Nov 2007, p.118]"
40
GameDaily
"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." ... Read full review
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8.2
User Score Generally favorable reviews
135 Positive Ratings 77%
25 Mixed Ratings 14%
15 Negative Ratings 8%
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AdamD.
Nov 29, 2007
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
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Bret
Oct 29, 2007
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
10
Dragonlewa59
Jun 12, 2021
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
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LarsS.
Oct 22, 2007
Excellent game. Nice interesting fight mechanics. A definite must-buy. This is the type of game consoles were made for!
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CastleNerevar
Feb 3, 2021
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
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SunRider
Jun 29, 2014
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
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Broyax
Apr 12, 2017
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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