Forsworn Review Summary

Last updated: 2026-09-12
Review summary
  • Rich build and synergy options
  • Deep and enjoyable turn-based combat
  • Excellent co-op multiplayer experience
  • High replayability and metaprogression
  • Unfair boss mechanics frustrate players
  • Progression often requires tedious grinding
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Categories

Tactical RPGRoguelikeTurn-based CombatCooperative MultiplayerBuild CraftingParty-based CombatDungeon Crawler

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Helpful reviews
91%
Unhelpful reviews
9%
Protest reviews
0%
Positive points
59
Negative points
22
Gameplay points
71
Perf. points
0
Rec. points
15
Misc points
28
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Rich Build and Synergy Options
Description
Players highlight tons of builds, synergies, upgrades, trinkets, rings, and perks. Abilities synergize well and allow for game-changing combos and powerful builds.
Importance
97%
Strong Positive Reception
Description
Many reviewers describe the game as excellent, awesome, epic, and fun. It is praised overall for being very enjoyable and rewarding.
Importance
90%
Deep and Enjoyable Turn-Based Combat
Description
The turn-based combat is enjoyable, similar to Baldur's Gate 3, and keeps things fresh with unexpected curveball conditions. Boss fights offer great surprises and entertaining challenges.
Importance
64%
Excellent Co-op Multiplayer
Description
The game supports cooperative play for two to four players, and reviewers find it great to play with friends or family. Simultaneous turn-based co-op is specifically called out as awesome design.
Importance
57%
High Replayability and Metaprogression
Description
The game offers great replay value with soul points for meta upgrades and rewarding progression across runs. Reviewers note it still feels great after 10+ playthroughs and can be played endlessly.
Importance
48%
Distinct and Interesting Classes
Description
Each hero has their own playstyle with multiple build options, and classes are generally interesting. You can respec heroes anytime before a run to adjust to the run.
Importance
46%
Strong Tactical RPG Rogue-like
Description
Reviewers consider it a great entry into the tactical RPG genre and a really good rogue-like tactical game. It hits a sweet spot between the best turn-based rogue-likes.
Importance
38%
Polished Presentation and Quality of Life
Description
The presentation feels crisp, clean, slick, and stylish, with palpable love for detail. Quality of life functions are also praised as very good.
Importance
36%
Favorable Comparison to Similar Games
Description
Reviewers compare it favorably to Stolen Realm, noting it feels better and has upgraded graphics. It also draws inspiration from games like Across the Obelisk.
Importance
34%
Satisfying Progression and Rewards
Description
Fights and events award upgrades, gear, or abilities to make the player more powerful. Getting a good build going is very satisfying, especially on higher difficulties like Forsaken III.
Importance
27%
Surprising Depth and Detail
Description
The game has surprising depth and palpable love for detail, offering more than initially expected. This contributes to a rich and engaging experience.
Importance
26%
Easy to Understand Gameplay
Description
The gameplay is easy to understand, making it accessible to new players. Skills feel good and are intuitive to use.
Importance
24%
Addictive and Challenging
Description
The game is addicting despite being brutally hard, keeping players engaged and coming back for more.
Importance
16%
Two Main Run Types
Description
The game offers two main run types: a Quest run and a Gauntlet run, both of which are praised as great. This adds variety and replayability.
Importance
15%
Potential for Future Improvement
Description
Reviewers believe it will be much better than predecessors if the developer continues to support it. There is optimism for ongoing updates and content.
Importance
14%
Good Demo Impression
Description
The demo gives a fairly good impression of the game, encouraging players to try the full version.
Importance
13%