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Vampyr

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Release Date: June 5, 2018

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A dark action-RPG, whose story is set in the 20th century England. The title was developed by the French studio DONTNOD, known for games such as Me and Life is Strange. The game takes place on the streets of London, during the infamous Spanish flu pandemic. We assume the role of a respected military surgeon who returns from a front lines to stop the spread of the plague.

7.2

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7.7

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4.7

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Vampyr is a dark, open world action RPG, whose story is set in England in early twentieth century. Title was created by the French development studio DONTNOD Entertainment, known for games such as Life is Strange. The PC version of the game was published by the Focus Home Interactive company.

Story

The story takes us back into the times when the infamous 1918 flu pandemic, dubbed the Spanish flu, raged across the Europe and the streets of London were filled with violence and fear. We play the part of a man named Jonathan E. Reid – a respected military surgeon who returns from the front lines of World War I with a personal mission to help people struck by the disease and find a way to stop the deadly pandemic. During the trip home, however, our protagonist gets unexpectedly bitten by a vampire. Since then, he has to cope not only with the pandemic, but also with his new nature and growing blood-lust, leading him to making many difficult moral choices that can significantly influence the course of the story.

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Platforms:

PC Windows

PC Windows June 5, 2018

PlayStation 4

PlayStation 4 June 5, 2018

Xbox One

Xbox One June 5, 2018

Nintendo Switch

Nintendo Switch October 29, 2019

Features

Vampyr Game Guide
Guide

Last update: June 4, 2018

Vampyr Game Guide

Guide to Vampyr contains everything you need to know in order to successively suck blood. Here you'll learn how to unlock all NPC's hints. You will also find the description of all missions and side-tasks, as well as collectibles, weapons, and skills.

Vampyr Game Guide
Originals

January 4, 2018

The most anticipated games of 2018

2018 should be as good as 2017. Among the potential hits there’s the sequel to Red Dead Redemption, the long-anticipated third part of Kingdom Hearts, the visually splendid remake of Shadow of the Colossus, and the incredibly atmospheric Vampyr.

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The most anticipated games of 2018
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October 24, 2017

Games that have us worried – will they meet the expectations?

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Games that have us worried – will they meet the expectations?
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The most anticipated games of the second half of 2017
The most anticipated games of the second half of 2017
Originals

January 5, 2017

The most anticipated games of 2017 – Gamepressure picks

2016 has just come to an end. It’s high time we thought about what to play in 2017. Here are the top 30 picks of our editorial team.

The most anticipated games of 2017 – Gamepressure picks
The most anticipated games of 2017 – Gamepressure picks
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News

Life Is Strange Devs Have Another Big Action RPG in the Pipeline

Life Is Strange Devs Have Another Big Action RPG in the Pipeline

Studio Don't Nod is working on another big action RPG in addition to Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden. Project 12 is unlikely to be Vampyr 2.

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February 22, 2023

Life Is Strange Devs Have Another Big Action RPG in the Pipeline

Vampyr a Commercial Success

Vampyr, a dark action RPG from DONTNOD Entertainment, was bought by over a million players. The developer continues cooperation with Focus Home Interactive, which will result in "one of the most ambitious games" in the history of both companies.

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Christian Pieniazek

April 10, 2019

Vampyr a Commercial Success

Vampyr not coming out this November

Vampyr, the promising action RPG from Life is Strange developer, is not coming out this November after all. The title has been pushed back to spring 2018.

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September 21, 2017

Vampyr not coming out this November

Vampyr gamescom 2016 gameplay shows how every decision you make matters

Vampyr, Dontnod Entertainment’s action RPG, has been showcased on this year’s gamescom. We’ve learned that you’ll have to carefully choose your victims, for the consequences of killing everybody might cause more harm than you would expect.

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Mathias Zulpo

August 19, 2016

Vampyr gamescom 2016 gameplay shows how every decision you make matters

Vampyr gameplay presentation shows off combat, dialogues, and choices

At E3 Dontnod presented their game, Vampyr, to IGN. In a gameplay video presentation they show off combat system, dialogues, as well as choices and consequences.

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June 20, 2016

Vampyr gameplay presentation shows off combat, dialogues, and choices

Vampyr’s protagonist shown on new screenshots

DONTNOD has released a set of screenshots from Vampyr. Although not numerous and too revealing, they present the game’s protagonist named Jonathan E. Reid.

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May 25, 2016

Vampyr’s protagonist shown on new screenshots

Dontnod’s Vampyr on first screenshots

Life is Strange developer, Dontnod Entertainment, is busy at work on Vampyr, a dark-themed action RPG, whose protagonist is a vampire. A couple of screenshots from the game appeared online.

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February 29, 2016

Dontnod’s Vampyr on first screenshots

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System Requirements

System Requirements for Vampyr Video Game:

PC Windows

PC / Windows

Minimum System Requirements:
Intel Core i3-2130 3.4 GHz / AMD FX-4100 3.6 GHz, 8 GB RAM, graphic card 2 GB GeForce GTX 660 / Radeon R7 370 or better, 20 GB HDD, Windows 7/8/10 64-bit.

Recommended System Requirements:
Intel Core i7-3930K 3.2 GHz / AMD Ryzen 5 1600 3.2 GHz, 16 GB RAM, graphic card 4 GB GeForce GTX 970 / Radeon R9 390 or better, 20 GB HDD, Windows 7/8/10 64-bit.

Ratings

Game Ratings for Vampyr Video Game.

7.2

OpenCritic Rating

Game is Recomended by 48% of Critics. There are 171 Critic Reviews.

OpenCritic

GameSpot: 7 / 10 by Justin Clark

Dontnod follows up Life Is Strange with a surprisingly enthralling supernatural thriller.

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GamesBeat: 75 / 100 by Anthony John Agnello

At no point in Vampyr did I have fun following trails of blood, mixing antiquated remedies out of opium, or bludgeoning some Crucifix wielding goon in a mask for the 50th time. But I was constantly compelled forward to find out what next grim choice it would give me, anxious to spend yet another night in one of its safehouses to see if my efforts to keep London's souls alive another day had worked.

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GamesRadar+: 3.5 / 5 by Leon Hurley

As much a detective story as a horror one, Vampyr rewards you for taking an interest in the people around you and tests your moral com with a lack of black and white options.

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77%

STEAM Score

All Reviews: Mostly Positive (17,053)

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The main pros of the game

  • Engaging Story and Atmosphere: Many s praised the rich narrative, compelling characters, and the atmospheric setting of 1918 London, which effectively captures the gothic and plague-ridden vibe of the time.
  • Complex Moral Choices: The game features morally ambiguous choices that impact the story and the health of the game world, making players feel the weight of their decisions.
  • Character Development: The characters are described as relatable and well-written, with intriguing backstories that enhance the gameplay experience.
  • Unique Concept: The dual role of being a doctor and a vampire offers a fresh take on the vampire genre, appealing to fans of both horror and RPGs.
  • Voice Acting and Worldbuilding: The voice acting is generally well-received, and the worldbuilding adds depth to the gameplay experience.

The main cons of the game

  • Combat System: The combat has been criticized for being clunky and unpolished, with issues such as poor camera controls and targeting systems that make fighting multiple enemies frustrating.
  • Repetitive Gameplay: Some players found the gameplay tedious, with a lack of engaging combat mechanics leading to a monotonous experience.
  • Pacing and Length: The game is described as slow-paced and dialogue-heavy, which may not appeal to players looking for more action-oriented gameplay.
  • Technical Issues: s reported bugs, crashes, and problems with the autosave feature that can lead to frustrating experiences, particularly when quests become uncompletable due to glitches.

The features or elements that are missing from the game according to s

  • Fast Travel Options: Many players expressed a desire for a fast travel system to alleviate the repetitive running around the open-world environment.
  • Improved Save Mechanics: The lack of manual save options and reliance on an autosave system was a significant point of frustration, with s wishing for multiple save slots or manual saving capabilities.
  • More Varied Side Quests: Some s felt that side quests could be more engaging and diverse, as they often felt like chores rather than meaningful additions to the story.
  • Better Combat Variety: There were calls for more variety in enemy design and combat mechanics to enhance the overall experience and reduce the feeling of repetitiveness.

Summary

  • Overall, Vampyr is seen as a game with a strong narrative and atmosphere but marred by combat issues and technical problems that could detract from the experience for some players.

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