Kind of just a woefully generic rendition of a dark messiah clone with some souls-like influences. It's fun and has the right intentions, but it just can't help feeling cheap and janky. The first half has some quality level design though.

best one in the series, tightens up all the core mechanics removing the jank from the previous two (thanks bloodborne) while making some of the most inspired level design and areas, also the pvp slaps hard

Outclasses the fantastic CKII in just about every way, easily one of the greatest grand strategies available.

This new entry returns to the essence of the series roots, a more cartoonish run and gun experience with the multiplayer resulting in less camping and more essential arcade fast-paced action we’ve come to expect. However, it’s also very shaky and plagued with problems that need to be addressed quickly. On the other-hand, the campaign in the same streamline of the black ops storyline is excellent once again and zombies rocks like always bringing many new things to the table. A very welcome addition!

Did people even bother to give this game a chance? The ratings here are atrocious. Not as tight as the first but immensely impressive and enjoyable over its lengthy playtime. With a vastly improved combat system and diverse game systems such as kingdom building and skirmishes, it expands the formula while staying true to the essence of the original, a worthwhile sequel.

literal peak combination of survival-craft, progression, and sprite-based combat