Immortals of Aveum | Review Thread

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Game Information​

Game Title: Immortals of Aveum

Platforms:

• Xbox Series X/S (Aug 22, 2023)
• PlayStation 5 (Aug 22, 2023)
• PC (Aug 22, 2023)

Trailers:

• Immortals of Aveum – Official Colossal Assault Gameplay Trailer
• Immortals of Aveum – Official Colossal Assault Gameplay Trailer
• Immortals of Aveum – Official Gameplay Trailer

Developer: Ascendant Studios

Publisher: Electronic Arts

Review Aggregator:

OpenCritic - 71 average - 50% recommended - 30 reviews

Critic Reviews​

ACG - Jeremy Penter - Wait for Sale

"Some fun here and there, runs better than I expected and that smoothness helps it, but the game just isn't that enjoyable as you continue to play. It just sort of falls apart until its so rote that it feels more mechanical than many others"

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CGMagazine - Philip Watson - 9 / 10

Immortals of Aveum is a must-play title for all fans of FPS and story-driven content but may isolate those unfamiliar with the genre.

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Checkpoint Gaming - Luke Mitchell - 8.5 / 10

Immortals of Aveum boldly attempts to deliver an epic cinematic experience about a war involving magic, and it succeeds in its ambition. Fast-paced combat that places the game firmly in the shooter genre combine with satisfying platforming and puzzle-solving to make for an adventure that stays focused on its linear story while offering extra secrets for those who want to explore beyond its core narrative. There's some repetition here and there that can be frustrating, but when you're blasting colourful magic spells across battlefields of enemies like a violent fireworks display, it's hard not to be impressed. Visually stunning with an excellently committed cast, Immortals of Aveum is a satisfying adventure and an impressive debut from a studio clearly not afraid to defy expectations.

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Eurogamer - Chris Tapsell - 2 / 5

Mixing repetitive, imprecise combat with annoying characters and a landslide of nonsensical, proper noun-stuffed lore, Immortals of Aveum is almost so bad it's good. If only.

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Eurogamer.pt - Adolfo Soares - Portuguese - 3 / 5

Immortals of Aveum is a conjunction of excellent ideas, from its narrative with hints of humor, which amuses and moves in the final stretch, through a gameplay with good mechanics and a huge abundance of playable options. A bit slow in developments in the initial phase, but that accelerates to a positivity of final events that captivated me. Were it not for this final acceleration in which it highlights what is good here, we would be facing a work with only a few good ideas. It was about 16 hours of gameplay, including explorations beyond the main narrative. Perhaps a sequel can finally tap into its full potential.

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GGRecon - Jack Roberts - 4 / 5

Immortals of Aveum, in many ways, is a game about ambition. From its development as a new IP during the pandemic, to the overarching goals of the heroes and villains respectively. In its ambition, it has created a first-person magical shooter that looks and feels like everything it set out to achieve in forging its own identity.
However, in its attempt to create a bold new world, it also sometimes falters under the weight of that same ambition. This results in some convoluted concepts that don’t quite hit all the right notes and narrative pacing that tries to cram in too much all at once.

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GamePro - Annika Bavendiek - German - 80 / 100

Immortals of Aveum brings a breath of fresh air to the FPS genre with its peculiarities. Just right for fun solo action in between.

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GameSpot - Jordan Ramée - 5 / 10

The first-person shooter action of Immortals of Aveum suffers from a difficult-to-navigate control scheme and lackluster story.

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GamesHub - Edmond Tran - 4 / 5

What you want out of a blockbuster is a chance to go with the flow, let yourself get pushed to the edge of your seat for a few hours, and walk out with your blood pressure up a notch and a smile on your face. Immortals of Aveum does all that very well.

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Gaming Age - Matthew Pollesel - A-

The fact that Immortals of Aveum is a lot of fun to play will also make you want to invest your time (and money) in it. It may not be the most original game I’ve ever played, but when it’s this enjoyable, I’m okay with that.

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Gaming Nexus - Jason Dailey - 8.5 / 10

EA was smart to snatch up the rights to Immortals of Aveum. It's an impressive debut from Ascendant Studio, featuring a refreshing take on FPS combat, a great fantasy story with loads of interesting lore, and an endearing cast of characters. Bottom line – I can't wait to see what Ascendant does next.

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GamingTrend - Cassie Peterson - 85 / 100

Immortals of Aveum is a bright and ambitious title that lays a solid foundation for Ascendant Studios' future in the industry. The gameplay is solid, the world is beautiful, and I feel compelled to return to continue exploring.

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IGN - Luke Reilly - 8 / 10

Immortals of Aveum is an impressively confident first-person shooter with a hearty solo campaign and fast-paced, spellcasting combat that’s spectacular to watch.

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Merlin'in Kazanı - Samet Basri Taşlı - Turkish - 70 / 100

Immortals of Aveum is a very entertaining FPS game that is overshadowed by high system requirements, design problems and bugs. Those who want a decent FPS game with a good story and DOOM/Bulletstorm style gameplay should not miss it.

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Metro GameCentral - Adam Starkey - 5 / 10

An ambitious magic-themed shooter which, despite its impressive, flashy combat, buckles under the weight of its influences and slapdash execution.

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Niche Gamer - Jonathan White - 8 / 10

It isn’t the biggest or the best game I’ve played all year, but Immortals of Aveum has been one of the most fun experiences I’ve had. If I had any real complaints, it’s that the story continually urges the player forward without any assurance that you’ll have time to explore later.

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One More Game - Vincent Ternida - Buy

Immortals of Aveum is a fun time despite its inconsistent story and dialogue. Personal feelings about the story may vary, but it doesn’t change the fact that Ascendant Studios delivered a well-crafted shooter that sidesteps the norm and provides us with something new and exciting thanks to its magic systems and well-implemented shooting.
If you’re able to forgive the story bits, Immortals of Aveum can provide a frenetic next-gen experience that showcases fantastic visuals and engaging combat systems that end with a satisfying conclusion.

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PSX Brasil - Marco Aurélio Couto - Portuguese - 80 / 100

Immortals of Aveum gets it right by bringing a new experience to the genre of first-person shooters. It has a fast combat, is full of good ideas and options. If your intention is to take control and destroy your enemies with powerful spells, I would say that Immortals of Aveum can guarantee good times.

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Polygon - Ian Walker - Unscored

Immortals of Aveum should be applauded for trying something unique and exciting. It’s not every day that a studio attempts to aesthetically reinvent the first-person shooter genre with its debut game, and it’s clear the folks at Ascendant Studios tried their damndest to make the “Call of Duty but with magic” concept work. But for all its overwhelming visual splendor and adherence to modern conventions like skill trees and stat-boosting equipment, Immortals of Aveum is just as soulless as the military shooters from which it takes inspiration. It’s a paint-by-numbers buffet of contemporary tropes, and even when regarded against the full scope of creative and moral bankruptcy in the AAA space, it somehow still manages to fade into the scenery.

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Press Start - James Mitchell - 9 / 10

Immortals of Aveum is a steadfast debut that will assuredly put its creators on the map. It combines strong combat mechanics with an engaging story set in an even more engrossing world to offer up a satisfying and complete experience. While the gear system and some console resolution issues might be off-putting for some, Immortals of Aveum is one of the most pleasant surprises in an already burgeoning year and a spellbinding adventure that's well worth your time.

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Push Square - Stephen Tailby - 6 / 10

Immortals of Aveum presents us with an interesting new fantasy universe in which magic replaces bullets, but in practice it doesn't quite hit the mark. Despite solid fundamental action, combat can quickly become difficult to read, devolving into a dizzying swirl of colourful effects. Solid presentation and performance lead to some visually arresting scenes, even if the story isn't particularly memorable. It's a good first effort from Ascendant Studios, and the potential is absolutely there, but there's a feeling that the team bit off a little more than it could chew.

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Rock, Paper, Shotgun - Alice Bell - Unscored

Immortals Of Aveum lacks focus, and the magical shooting is more chaotic and less punchy than I'd like, but it hits fun often enough for me to respect the big fantasy swings it takes.

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Shacknews - Ozzie Mejia - 7 / 10

As far as first tries go, there's plenty to admire with Ascendant Studios' debut effort. Immortals of Aveum offers something to build on, both in terms of its own lore and for this up-and-coming studio as a whole.

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Stevivor - Steve Wright - 8 / 10

This is Doom, mixed with Destiny, mixed with Control… and the result is pretty magical.

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TechRaptor - Tyler Chancey - 7 / 10

Both ambitious and novel, Immortals of Aveum is a solid first-person action experience, hampered by several minor issues and a narrative that fails to emotionally connect.

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VG247 - Connor Makar - 3 / 5

If you buy Immortals of Aveum, know that there is a good time here waiting for you. However, I deem it likely that it'll be on sale rather soon. If you're starving for some magic in your FPS pick it up, but even with some mystical flair and an admirable attempt at bringing mystic arts to a very gun-heavy genre, Immortals of Aveum ultimately fails to reach the heights of your Bulletstorms or Wolfenstiens.

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Vamers - Edward Swardt - No Recommendation

Immortals of Aveum exists in the intricate intersection of contemporary FPS dynamics. Nestled between the resurgence of high-octane “boomer shooters” and the expansive, narrative-driven FPS realm, the game endeavours to harmonise adrenaline-fueled gameplay with storytelling depth. Jak’s journey as an Immortal and Triarch Magnus in a world consumed by perpetual warfare is undoubtedly intriguing, but execution ultimately falters. While his backstory possesses depth, his often-clichéd dialogue detracts from his impact. Thankfully, the stellar cast and animation imbue the world with life, yet occasional shortcomings dampen its immersive potential. Sadly, one cannot even fall back to the gameplay, where mechanics may be solid and magical elements introduce variety, simply because they feel more like reimagined weapons than unique features. While the introduction of Furies adds excitement, they also expose limitations in resource management ultimately resulting in repetitive combat. In the realm of FPS gaming, Immortals of Aveum aspires to weave a complex narrative within dynamic action, reflecting the inherent challenge of this genre fusion. Armed with strong ideas, a captivating world, and commendable performances, Immortals of Aveum falls short due to too many flaws. There is so much potential on offer, but it ultimately falls short; turning a good game into an average experience.

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Wccftech - Nathan Birch - 6.5 / 10

Immortals of Aveum makes a solid early impression with engaging magic-infused FPS action and eye-catching Unreal Engine 5 visuals, but a predictable plot, irritating characters, and repetitive, by-the-books level design dims the game’s razzle-dazzle. Immortals of Aveum will be worth it for some shooter and fantasy fans, particularly at a discount, but don’t expect your memories of the game to live forever.

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Worth Playing - Chris "Atom" DeAngelus - 7 / 10

Immortals of Aveum isn't a terrible game, but it is an incredibly forgettable one. Everything it does feels like a paint-by-numbers scenario, and it doesn't feel like it captures any sense of wonder. The annoying quipping dialogue drags you out of the world, and without that, you're left with a solid, if entirely unexceptional, magic-themed FPS. There's not much to recommend Immortals beyond giving you gun-themed magic instead of guns. I could see it perhaps finding an audience once its price point is lower, but most people will probably want to wait and see - or at least watch some videos of Jak's quips and see how tolerable they find it.

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XboxEra - Aarsal Masoodi - 8.8 / 10

Immortals of Aveum is a fantastic game that I’d recommend to just about anyone, especially those hungry for a different take on some familiar formulas.

 

[Gods&Monsters]

I feel bad for this game and the developers. I actually had it preordered but there is so little interest I'm second guessing if I should bother pick it up.

The reviews are good enough for a debut but it's not selling well on PSN and the peak on Steam today on the day of release is only 751

439 are playing right now. This is a EA game. What the hell happened?

 

[Cool hand luke]

Looks like a flop. Might find a second wind as a GP or PS+ title. Score looks a little too high for GP tbh

 

[Zzero]

Not really surprised. Even with the "magic instead of guns" gimmick it looked generic as hell at "E3". I even made a comment about all of the FPS heroes looking the same no matter how much glowing shit you stuck on them in my presentation review back then. Just not a team with the talent and vision to pull it off and make something memorable.

 

[JAHGamer]

I feel bad for this game and the developers. I actually had it preordered but there is so little interest I'm second guessing if I should bother pick it up.

The reviews are good enough for a debut but it's not selling well on PSN and the peak on Steam today on the day of release is only 751

439 are playing right now. This is a EA game. What the hell happened?

The PC port is apparently bad…which is the norm for pc these days. Fort Solis as well was shadowdropped and broken on PC

 

[Killer_Sakoman]

Another game with PS3 resolution
900P lol
This UE5 is total fuckshit