Gothic 3 Review
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Ultimately, the amount of enjoyment someone will receive from Gothic 3 is directly proportional to how much they take to the environment and atmosphere. While the title is not unique in its' technical and design limitations, it is equally lacking distinction in terms of its presentation and polish. It boasts an impressive landscape that chugs on the highest graphical settings, and there are far more fetch quests than faction intrigue to be found within. The world is very open-ended, but incredibly frustrating combat sequences and speedy animals make exploring an exercise in clenched teeth. Ultimately, it seems like there's just too much pain to endure for far too little in return. Yes, there are any number of games with technical flaws and design holes that have become cult classics because an indescribable combination of sights, sounds and experiences keeps them locked into playing. And yes, the series clearly has a hold on many gamers, and is apparently tremendously popular in Germany, where gamers rush to buy the soundtrack. But enough time spent with the Nameless Hero will leave many people wondering why anyone would go to such lengths.
