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Elderborn
Game (2020)
Elderborn is a Metal Action Fantasy Slasher with brutal FPP melee combat and souls-like/RPG character progression. In the times of legend, the barbarian tribes need a new dark messiah. The player becomes a merciless slayer who will uncover ancient secrets in the city of doom, and forge their own destiny. This ambitious indie game, five years in the making, combines old-school single-player feel, a classic heroic story, and modern level of skill-based challenge. All this and more creates an action-packed, lore-filled, engaging adventure that will last 8-10 hours in a single play-through.
Game (2020)
Elderborn is a Metal Action Fantasy Slasher with brutal FPP melee combat and souls-like/RPG character progression. In the times of legend, the barbarian tribes need a new dark messiah. The player becomes a merciless slayer who will uncover ancient secrets in the city of doom, and forge their own destiny. This ambitious indie game, five years in the making, combines old-school single-player feel, a classic heroic story, and modern level of skill-based challenge. All this and more creates an action-packed, lore-filled, engaging adventure that will last 8-10 hours in a single play-through.
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Content at a glance
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Sex & Nudity
The game does not contain any sexual themes, nudity, or romantic content.
Violence & Gore
The game features visceral first-person melee combat with decapitations, dismemberment, and consistent blood splatter, consistent with a 'slasher' genre title.
Profanity
The dialogue includes mild profanity such as 'd*mn' or 'h*ll' occasionally, generally used to emphasize the harshness of the game's dark fantasy world.
Alcohol, Drugs & Smoking
There are no depictions of alcohol, tobacco, or drug use within the game environment.
Frightening Scenes
The game features a dark, oppressive atmosphere with monstrous enemies and a constant sense of peril that may be unsettling for younger audiences.
Key Insights
Quick summary and important considerations
This is a challenging, intense action game about a warrior battling through a dangerous fantasy world that is intended for mature players only.
Content Warnings
Graphic violence
Grim dark themes
Detailed Analysis
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What Parents Need to Know
The gameplay centers on brutal, first-person melee combat. It requires high levels of mechanical skill and patience, similar to 'souls-like' genres.
What Kids Can Learn
Players learn to analyze complex enemy behavior and adapt their strategies to overcome steep challenges.
Key Topics Discussed
Barbarian mythology
Combat strategy
Resource management
Why Parents Might Like It
The game rewards player growth and tactical mastery, offering a substantial 8-10 hour experience for fans of skill-based action.
Positives & learning
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Positive messages
The narrative focuses on personal agency and forging one's destiny through persistence and skill development.
Role models
The protagonist is defined as a 'merciless slayer,' prioritizing combat efficacy over moral guidance or prosocial behavior.
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Learning
Players develop fine motor skills, pattern recognition, and tactical planning through high-difficulty combat encounters.
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