Immortals of Aveum

About Immortals of Aveum

Immortals of Aveum dropped on August 22, 2023, as a single-player first-person shooter from Ascendant Studios and publisher Electronic Arts. You can play this on PC, Xbox Series X|S, or PlayStation 5. The game lands in an original fantasy setting where magic replaces standard firearms. Creative director Glen Schofield previously helmed Dead Space and several Call of Duty campaigns before bringing this project to life. Players enter a world rife with conflict where mages use sigils to focus their power for deadly effects. This title stands apart by merging magical abilities directly into traditional gunplay mechanics rather than keeping them separate. It launched to mixed reviews but offers a distinct take on the fantasy shooter genre that some players found refreshing despite its flaws.

Gameplay

You move through cinematic missions as a mage wielding both spells and guns. Combat relies heavily on sigils, which act as tools to amplify your magic during intense firefights. A typical session involves switching between different elemental spells while aiming down sights at enemy soldiers or magical constructs. The game does not offer multiplayer modes, so every moment is part of the main campaign. Controls feel standard for a first-person shooter, but the addition of magic casting changes how you approach encounters. You need to manage your positioning carefully since enemies react aggressively to your spellcasting. The pacing shifts between scripted set pieces and open combat arenas where you test different weapon and spell combinations against waves of foes.

What Players Think

The PlayPile data shows a divided reception for this title. IGDB lists a score of 70.6 out of 100 based on 35 ratings, indicating average approval rather than strong praise. Only 18.8% of the community has unlocked achievements on average, suggesting many players struggle or quit before finishing the content. There are 47 total achievements available, with "Fowl Play" being the hardest to earn at just a 2.10% unlock rate. This rare achievement likely requires finding something obscure or failing repeatedly in specific scenarios. Average playtime data suggests users spend significant hours but do not complete every objective. Review snippets from our community often mention the game feels unfinished or lacks depth compared to other shooters released around the same time.

PlayPile's Take

This shooter works best for players who want a short campaign without worrying about online matchmaking. The price point reflects its average quality, and the achievement system is frustratingly difficult for completionists. You will spend time unlocking that rare "Fowl Play" trophy if you stick with it long enough. The game offers a clear fantasy setting but fails to innovate enough to stand out among peers. It suits those who enjoy cinematic single-player experiences more than competitive play. Skip this if you expect deep mechanics or high replay value. Finish the story and move on unless you have time to hunt down every collectible.

Storyline

In the universe of Aveum, those that can wield magic, use sigils to focus the power within them, making it more effective and deadly in combat. Sigils are an integral part of Immortals' moment-to-moment magic shooter action and visceral, cinematic campaign experience.