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About Kromlech
Kromlech is a dark fantasy RPG where players investigate a collapsing world whose magical world is disintegrating. Developed by Perun Creative, it launched on PC in March 2026. You play as a wanderer armed with a blade and the ability to recruit allies to halt the world’s decay. The game blends open-world exploration with turn-based combat and narrative choices. Set in a desolate realm where gods are failing, it leans into grim themes and tactical progression. The core loop mixes fighting corrupted enemies, managing a party of flawed companions, and uncovering lore fragments to piece together the mystery. It’s a slow-burn story-driven game with heavy emphasis on resource management and moral dilemmas.
Gameplay
Combat in Kromlech alternates between real-time melee and strategic magic casting. Players switch between their primary weapon and elemental spells mid-fight, requiring quick reflexes and cooldown management. Each battle ends with a turn-based phase where you assign actions to companions, balancing their strengths and weaknesses. Between fights, you scavenge for crafting materials, upgrade gear at a limited number of workshops, and navigate hostile environments. The game’s difficulty spikes sharply after mid-story, demanding optimized builds and party composition. Exploration reveals cryptic environmental clues tied to the world’s figuring out, but backtracking is minimal. Missions often force tough choices with long-term consequences, like sacrificing allies or hoarding scarce resources.
What Players Think
PlayPile users rate Kromlech 8.2/10, with 78% completing the main story. Average playtime is 12.5 hours, though 42% of players hit the 20-hour mark. The game’s highest rating (4.1/5) reflects praise for its bleak atmosphere and combat depth, but 28% of reviews mention repetitive side quests. Community moods are split between “determined” (39%) and “frustrated” (24%), with one player calling it “a masterpiece of tension” and another complaining about “grind-heavy progression.” Achievements total 150, with 72% earned by most players. The “Last Stand” achievement, requiring a perfect final boss fight, has a 12% completion rate. Critics note the $39.99 price is fair for the game’s scope but question its lack of multiplayer options.
PlayPile's Take
Kromlech works best for players who want a challenging, story-first RPG with punishing combat and a bleak tone. Its 14-hour average for 100% completion makes it a niche pick, but the 72% achievement rate shows it rewards persistence. At $39.99, it’s overpriced for its length unless you’re drawn to its mythic tragedy and tactical fights. Avoid it if you dislike permadeath or want a lighthearted adventure. The game’s legacy hinges on its bold design choices, which either frustrate or enrapture in equal measure.
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