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Marked by a childhood summoning, Joseph crosses a fantasy world to face an invasion using weapons, spells, and summoned creatures.
Released 12 Mar 2014
Summon Dragons and Golems
Chain Attacks into Combos
Explore Two Continents
Summoners have toppled empires and challenged gods. They are venerated as saviours and feared as destroyers. With rings crafted by the ancient Khosani, the gifted can call forth demons, dragons, and elementals, but only the strongest can control the forces they unleash.
Developed by Volition · Published by THQ Nordic
Joseph bears the mark of a Summoner. After a childhood attempt to save his village ends in tragedy, an invasion of Orenia forces him to confront the prophecy tied to his power.
Travel across a fantasy world spanning two continents, following the story and meeting its established characters as the conflict unfolds.
Fight with weapons, armor, and spells, and summon creatures such as minotaurs, golems, and dragons to control in combat. Attacks can be chained into combos.
Players who enjoy Summoner often point to its story, worldbuilding, and distinctive atmosphere, with nostalgia adding to its appeal for some. Reviews also praise the soundtrack and combat, especially the creature-summoning and attack-chain systems. Others find the presentation and mechanics dated, and some report technical or camera problems.
| Platforms | Windows |
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| Controller required | No |
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| Metacritic | 78/100 View on Metacritic |
