If you’ve played previous Mount & Blade releases then you’ll know exactly what to expect. Sadly the game engine is not new, the maps don’t look any different and neither do the animations. It is an odd mixture that’s also reflected in the bizarre costumes and troop types you’ll encounter. You find yourself as a lone adventurer amidst a battle for supremacy between five nations – Polish Republic, Muscovite Tsardom, Crimean Khanate, Kingdom of Sweden and Cossack Hetmanate. The move to a genuine historical setting is something that many fans have been waiting for, although it is far from painstakingly accurate.
With Fire and Sword was born out of a successful mod and is based on a novel set in 17th century Eastern Europe. The final strength, which can also be a weakness, is the fact that the game is completely open – it is a true sandbox in which you carve your own path and create your own story.
There’s also classic RPG levelling up, party building and loot collection to keep you hooked. It’s not pretty or polished but the sword fighting mechanics and the horse riding, combined with a medieval style setting, are a big attraction. The follow up, subtitled Warband, added multiplayer into the mix and now With Fire and Sword brings firearms to the table.įor anyone who hasn’t played Mount & Blade before it is a strangely compelling real time RPG with plenty of combat. The money they raised from the open beta allowed them to finish the game and it took off and spread thanks to word of mouth. It first took hold on my hard drive as an unfinished curiosity and developer TaleWorlds rewarded early adopters with free updates. The Mount & Blade series has been one of the biggest indie successes in recent years.
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