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Bard's Tale (Sony PlayStation 2, 2004)
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Forget chivalry. Never mind saving the world. Just say "no" to <i>noblesse oblige</i>. Players enter 2004's The Bard's Tale with refreshingly simple motivations that the often underrepresented everyman adventurer can really relate to -- "coins and cleavage." In the role of the opportunistic, smart-mouthed, somewhat pompously disaffected Bard himself, players embark on a humorous, action-oriented misadventure through a classic medieval fantasy realm, based on the fondly remembered 1985 home computer game of the same title. Like the landmark original, this latter-day Bard's Tale was produced by RPG luminary Brian Fargo, and it is the first release from his inXile Entertainment studio.<br><br>The 3D game world is viewed from a top-down perspective, reminiscent of NeverWinter Nights, Dungeon Siege, or in particular, Snowblind Studios' Champions of Norrath: Realms of EverQuest; Bard's Tale was built on the Champions of Norrath engine. Players guide the Bard through the large world, exploring new areas and always on the lookout for a free meal or a "soft place to rest his head." While he is skilled enough with his sword, the Bard's true talent is in his voice. He can learn to use his special musical powers to summon a variety of able-bodied creatures that will follow along and help him in combat.<br><br>In spite of all the hacking and slashing that ensues, there is a considerable amount of <i>real</i> role-playing in The Bard's Tale -- not just stat-maxing and attribute improvements, but truly player-directed character development that influences the story being told. The game features a "Snarky/Nice" conversation system that allows players to choose the tone the Bard takes when speaking to different NPCs. Obviously, this can have a significant effect on their responses. Because the plot offers so many choices, with so many possible results, players will have to adventure through the game multiple times to unlock all its secrets and see everything it has to offer.Product Identifiers
PublisherVivendi
UPC0020626721035, 3307210191038
eBay Product ID (ePID)6475193
Product Key Features
RatingT-Teen
GenreRole Playing
PlatformSony PlayStation 2
Game NameBard's Tale
Additional Product Features
Release Year2004
Number of Players1
Country/Region of ManufactureUSA
Control ElementsGamepad/Joystick
ESRB DescriptorBlood, Language, Suggestive Themes, Use of Alcohol, Violence
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- 25 Oct, 2015
Pretty good game
I like this game a lot. It has some bugs though, and it's possible to get stuck and have to start over. That is the most negative thing I have to say about it.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 31 Dec, 2019
A lesser known classic.
A hard to forget classic. If you enjoy a bit of humor and a portion of control in regards to the story line, you'll love this game. One of the most underrated titles for the PS2.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 15 Apr, 2022
Thank you
I loved this game... and its nice to play it again! It also was a very nice buy and it got here fast.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 12 Dec, 2017
Excellent
Excellent shipping and the game works great =)Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 28 Jun, 2019
Hidden jem, dialog gives the game its characterl.
Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 05 May, 2025
Item has been fun to play. Thanks!...
Item has been fun to play. Thanks!Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 22 May, 2018
Good all around fun
It is a lot of fun and funny with the mouthiness and sexual commentsVerified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 05 May, 2020
Great copy!
Great copy!Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
