Ryse: Son of Rome presents a cinematic recreation of the Roman Empire in breathtaking detail, from the northern reaches of Britannia, to the coliseum and the very heart of Rome.
Ryse: Son of Rome plunges you into the chaos and depravity of the late Roman Empire. Through the immersive realism made possible by Xbox One, it tells the story of Marius Titus who witnesses the murder of his family at the hands of barbarians. Seeking revenge, Marius must embark on a perilous journey of revenge, betrayal, and divine intervention. He joins the Roman army in Britannia and quickly rises through the ranks to become a General. As his war against the barbarians escalates, his quest unravels: to find his vengeance, he has to return to Rome. As Marius, you'll engage in brutal combat and lead your forces into massive battles to save Rome from threats to its very existence.
The brutality and intensity of Roman warfare are brought to life in vivid, visceral detail, thrusting the player into the chaos of close-quarters combat, where you can see and feel the emotion on your opponent's face.
Rome is synonymous with the Coliseum and its epic gladiatorial battles. Through online multiplayer, Ryse will plunge you into this brutal world. Take on the guise of a gladiator and enter the Coliseum to fight side-by-side against an everchanging array of enemies, in dynamic environments, to the roar of thousands of spectators.
Pros :
- Wonderful visuals
- Some fantastic vocal performances
Cons :
- Combat is shallow and repetitive
- Lays the gore on so thick that a severed limb quickly becomes yawn-worthy
- Often laughable script
- Bland multiplayer modes
- Tightly controlled paths stop you from exploring the beautiful scenery