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Baroque is a console role-playing game developed by Sting Entertainment and published by Atlus, originally developed for the Sega Saturn and later ported...
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Baroque is a console role-playing game developed by Sting Entertainment and published by Atlus, originally developed for the Sega Saturn and later ported to the PlayStation. It was later remade by Sting,...

The Good

An incredible number of weapons and items to find and experiment with, Very strong and compelling story that tries something different and mostly succeeds.

The Bad

Extremely inaccessible for anyone but fans devoted to this genre, Intentionally vague storytelling method is very difficult to get into, The expressionless, doll-like characters seem awkward in cutscenes, Atrociously awful camera.

The Bottom Line

You awaken to find the world in ruin, your heart beset with unexplained guilt. A cataclysm has destroyed the cities and empires of men and disfigured the spirit of humanity. In this nightmare, it falls to you to descend a mysterious tower in search of absolution. Battle merciless foes through treacherous dungeons, scour for new items to aid you in your travels, and unlock the secrets of a devastated land. You will find death in the depths, yet learn that death is not the end of the story; in the twisted world of Baroque, it is only the beginning.

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Expert Reviews

GameSpot review logo
65/100
score

A fiendishly difficult, randomly generated dungeon crawler that at times can be an incredible work of interactive fiction, and at other times, a muddled mess.

IGN review logo
54/100
score

Baroque is unique in concept but lacking in fun. The idea that you have to die in order to put the pieces of your life together is interesting and could work, but you still have to give the player a sense of direction and accomplishment.

Game Features

Published by Rising Star Games in Europe.

Game Specs

Controllers
Analog Control, Digital Control, Vibration Function

Memory
210 kb

 

Modes
Full Mission Single-Player, Story

 

ESRB Game Ratings

ESRB Rating of "T"
This game is Rated: Teen
Content is most suitable for children ages 13 and up. This game may contain violence, gambling, suggestive themes, crude humor, or some strong language.
Content Descriptors:
Animated Blood, Fantasy Violence, Mild Language, Mild Suggestive Themes, Tobacco Reference
 
Game Info
Platform:Sony Playstation 2
Release Date:4/8/2008
Publisher:Atlus
Developer:Sting
Genre:RPG
ESRB Rating:T
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