Risen is a single-player fantasy-themed action role-playing game[2] by the German company Piranha Bytes, and published by Deep Silver. Piranha Bytes itself developed the Windows version[3], which was released on October 2, 2009, along with the European version of the Xbox 360 port[1]. The Xbox 360 port has been outsourced to an experienced external console team under the close supervision of Piranha Bytes[3]. The North American version of the Xbox 360 port has been delayed to "early 2010"[1].
Risen has up till now received conflicting reception due to massive technical differences between the PC and Xbox 360 versions with the PC version mostly praised while the Xbox 360 version is panned as technically inferior. The scores range from Eurogamer giving the Xbox 360 version only 4 out of 10[13] whereas the PC version received 8.6/10 by IGN[14] and 85/100 by PC Zone[15]. Eurogamer noted that "It's something of a tragedy, since there's clearly a really good RPG buried under all this technical mediocrity" while PC Zone concluded that "Risen is a solid, engrossing and beautifully presented RPG that's well worth your time and money". IGN praised the game for its hard yet rewarding gameplay, impressive graphics and solid voice-acting, yet still pointed to the combat mechanics being messy while fighting hordes but mentioned "...you'll get better at it as you bump up your skill with a preferred weapon type and unlock new moves, making the experience even easier, though it never quite feels as natural as it should" .
In similar ways, many reviewers have praised the game and many have panned it. It is worthy of noting the differences between the PC and Xbox 360 version when referring to the scores. Risen has a Metacritic Rating of 58/100 for the Xbox 360 version[16] and 79/100 for the PC version[17].(last checked date 10/16/09)
It is to be noted that the game has garnered positive points opposing to Piranha Bytes' previous title, Gothic 3 which received poor reviews for its pervasive bugs and unrealized gameplay. IGN noted that "It's quite a recovery for Piranha Bytes from the technical mess that was Gothic 3" and that "Piranha Bytes redeems itself with this standout role-playing experience".
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It is to be noted that the game has garnered positive points opposing to Piranha Bytes' previous title, Gothic 3 which received poor reviews for its pervasive bugs and unrealized gameplay. IGN noted that "It's quite a recovery for Piranha Bytes from the technical mess that was Gothic 3" and that "Piranha Bytes redeems itself with this standout role-playing experience".
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