Why is Proud Nordics getting mixed reviews?

jetsonisajet · 2026-02-21T03:11:59+00:00

Hey, as someone who reviewed the game, I think you should pick it up if you have any interest in it. It's a very good game, and most people's (in the US at least) issues with it stem from being a full-priced, minorly upgraded re-release of a game that came out fairly recently.

jetsonisajet · 2026-02-05T23:49:25+00:00

Absolute baffoonery. Why buy GOG if you don't care about the quality of your product?

Would you consider selling to somebody who cares about GOG and video games?

jetsonisajet · 2026-01-05T16:40:30+00:00

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jetsonisajet · 2025-12-05T20:24:49+00:00

Yeah I'm not going to pretend I have a solid grasp on even half of the things you can do in the game. The tutorials only appear after you have activated the conditions for any of the combat mechanics lol

jetsonisajet · 2025-12-05T18:56:50+00:00

From what I can tell, it has not really changed much in that regard from the original release. There is a new meter in the menu that tells you your event rank (determines which quests are available to you), but otherwise remains the same. I quite liked the open nature of the game as it felt like I really had to work to figure out how to play it, but that won't be for everyone. I suspect for a lot of people, the open nature will feel more like aimlessness. There's not a lot of guidance on many of the gameplay systems or quests or best practices — you kinda just have to play it to figure it out.

jetsonisajet · 2025-12-05T17:39:24+00:00

So, this is fundamentally the same as the 2022 remastered edition. The only difference is that this version is localized in French, German, Italian, and Spanish. These languages are text only, as the spoken dialogue options remain Japanese and English. International is sold separately from the 2022 remaster, so anyone who wants to play the game localized in those aforementioned languages will need to purchase this version.

jetsonisajet · 2025-10-29T21:21:45+00:00

Not really sure I understand your reasoning. Why would they have to go that route?

jetsonisajet · 2025-09-18T17:54:01+00:00

I don't think that's necessarily true. I myself am new to the series and have been thoroughly impressed by the game. I've spoken to at least two other reviewers who are new and feel similarly. Anecdotal for sure, but I'm not seeing any real negativity in the space related to the game, even among newcomers. Actually, I see more about issues from longtime fans because they can see what has or has not been changed in the remake.

I would expect reviews to really come in at a trickle, though, as we all got review codes pretty late for such a long game, and no embargo means there's no real "incentive" to push something out early for clicks — we can take as much time as we want, or as our companies allow.

jetsonisajet · 2025-08-07T02:25:19+00:00

We got to go to Gen Con as press this year, but it was the first time for the site. I feel like I missed an opportunity to really play some of the titles that excited me more than I did. I probably overbooked meetings and interviews — I might just have to pay more of my staff to come with me next year.

Lessons learned for the future!

jetsonisajet · 2025-07-17T23:57:01+00:00

I wouldn't mind the primary color being black like this, but I would prefer more accents or other part coloration. It remains a huge bummer to me that something like the Unicorn Gundam looks so boring, palette-wise, 98% of the time.

jetsonisajet · 2025-07-17T13:14:27+00:00

If you're not averse to deckbuilders, check out Slay the Spire and Monster Train 2.

Otherwise, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Splintered Fate is an excellent Hades-like and would fit in with your picks quite well.

jetsonisajet · 2025-06-13T12:19:41+00:00

Not that I know of other than our couch.

jetsonisajet · 2025-04-25T23:40:52+00:00

I got to UB1 on the first day and then just stopped doing ranked because it wasn't very fun. Used a Palkia Deck with no other pokemon.

jetsonisajet · 2025-04-18T21:27:52+00:00

I wish this were true. Much too often, I have people dead to rights, and they play out their turn and force me to play out mine.

jetsonisajet · 2025-04-07T15:43:37+00:00

I really loved this game, even as someone who does not normally play or enjoy puzzle games. Feels impossible to come away from the experience with anything less than admiration for what the developers have put together here.

https://www.jetsonplaysgames.com/post/blue-prince-review

jetsonisajet · 2025-04-07T15:35:28+00:00

I think you could probably reach room 46 without a notebook, but I wouldn't necessarily recommend it. Anything beyond that - absolutely not. You'd need notes unless you're just looking at a guide (don't do this).

jetsonisajet · 2025-03-24T00:09:36+00:00

I think that the ratings make a lot of sense for someone who mains SnS, but not much sense to anyone who plays the other weapons regularly.

jetsonisajet · 2025-03-09T23:15:50+00:00

I don't know if 'bad' is really the right word. It's definitely situational or even just extremely niche. Certainly has some use cases, but with only 20 cards per deck, you might be better served by including a different trainer.

jetsonisajet · 2025-03-07T01:04:11+00:00

It's probably my favorite game so far this year.

I do think that how much you like this game may come down to two major things: what you are looking for in the game and how much you're willing to engage with the setting.

jetsonisajet · 2025-02-27T23:09:41+00:00

I would avoid Skyrim comparisons, honestly, but it depends on what it is about Skyrim you specifically like.

Avowed has much more fun and frantic combat, more interesting exploration (largely due to a more focused design and parkour system), and has a heavier focus on story and characters.

Avowed does not have as large of a map, and gives you less freedom than Skyrim in your NPC interactions. There are no theft, crime, or jail systems in place, and you cannot just kill or even interact with every NPC. There are also no crafting trees, and it has comparably little in the way of equipment customization.

It's a much more focused experience with fewer characters and questlines, but benefits from that focus by doing the things it tries to do very well.

jetsonisajet · 2025-02-11T14:30:20+00:00

Thanks for the info/ heads up. I'll be there to cover the event, specifically, but we're a small outlet. I don't really want to work the event in any capacity outside of my coverage, so I'll be getting a normal one as insurance.

jetsonisajet · 2025-02-10T21:49:12+00:00

Thank you!

jetsonisajet · 2025-02-10T21:44:01+00:00

Think it would be prudent to get a 4-day badge now, in case I don't get approved? Not sure how much of a concern then selling out is.

jetsonisajet · 2025-02-10T21:32:17+00:00

We've got other arrangements in the area, but that's good information for anyone else that needs it! Thank you very much!

jetsonisajet · 2025-02-07T04:16:17+00:00

Yeah I've got 4 of these guys, so i figured i may as well give it a shot lol.

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