Raventhorne Review – Player Affinity
The Xbox Live Marketplace is filled with great games from AAA publishers but far too often neglects its indie counter parts. There are some gems to be found if people take their time and search for what they're looking for, which bring us to Raventhorne, the first game in the Xbox Indie Games Summer Uprising.
Raventhorne, created by Milkstone Studios, casts players as a fallen Viking hero who has awakened in the afterlife. I found the setting to be a nice breather and a smart decision to separate themselves from the crowded fantasy and science fiction genre. But one of few things you can forgive Raventhorne is the horrible writing, yes it’s bad. But I didn’t expect Mass Effect quality when I was playing. The story spans across six worlds that challenge players to defeat various monsters with platform RPG combat. …
