Is Pillars of Eternity Hard? Difficulty Rating 7.0/10

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Pillars of Eternity

Full Release (2015)

DIFFICULTY

7.0/10

Difficult

(21 ratings)

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Difficulty Summary

Pillars of Eternity is considered a challenging game that consistently tests players without reaching extreme difficulty.

Why Players Find It Difficult

Players often find this game difficult because of several demanding mechanics:

Tight movement and timing requirements throughout
Small execution mistakes can quickly cause failure
Success depends on consistency across long sequences
Players are punished for poor decisions more than poor reflexes

Who Will Find It Difficult

Pillars of Eternity will push beginners and may still frustrate experienced players in certain sections. Players comfortable with similarly demanding games will have the best time here. Players who rated games like Pop'n Music, DJMax Respect V, and Maimai at a similar challenge level may find Pillars of Eternity broadly comparable in difficulty.

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21 ratings

avg: 7.0

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Based on 21 ratings on Normal/Default difficulty, the average score is 7.0/10. Most players rated this game between 7 and 8.

Developer(s)

Obsidian Entertainment

Publisher(s)

Paradox Interactive, Obsidian Entertainment

Genre(s)

Role-playing (RPG), Strategy, Adventure, Indie

Platform(s)

PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Linux, Mac, Nintendo Switch

Keywords

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About Pillars of Eternity

Prepare to be enchanted by a world where the choices you make and the paths you choose shape your destiny. Recapture the deep sense of exploration, the joy of a pulsating adventure, and the thrill of leading your own band of companions across a new fantasy realm and into the depths of monster-infested dungeons in search of lost treasures and ancient mysteries. So gather your party, venture forth, and embrace adventure as you delve into a realm of wonder, nostalgia, and the excitement of classic RPGs with Obsidian’s Pillars of Eternity!

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