Action · 2004
The Bard's Tale
In short: The Bard's Tale is an Action game by InXile Entertainment, released in 2004 on PC, PlayStation and Mobile. It takes about 3 hours to beat. Critics rate it 70/100.
Comedic action role-playing games have a certain public to appease and The Bard’s Tale, a separate title from the series with a similar name, succeeds. Players control the Bard, a cynical, sarcastic opportunist in the world of magic and swords. He is not interested in saving the world, but when it comes to getting a…
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Key facts
- Released
- 26 October 2004
- Genre
- Action · RPG
- Length
- ≈ 3 h to beat
- Game modes
- Solo
- Platforms
- PC · PlayStation · Mobile
- Studio
- InXile Entertainment
- Publisher
- 1C Company, inXile Entertainment
- Critics
- Metacritic 70
Where to buy
Also compare at Green Man Gaming·Instant Gaming·Kinguin·GameSeal
Why play it
- A 2004 classic that aged well
- "Action" vibe
- Enough to last a few weeks
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to beat The Bard's Tale?
Expect about 3 hours to reach the end (average reported by players).
Can you play The Bard's Tale with friends?
No, The Bard's Tale is a single-player experience.
What platforms is The Bard's Tale on?
The Bard's Tale is available on PC, PlayStation and Mobile.
Is The Bard's Tale a good game?
Critics give it Metacritic 70.
What games are like The Bard's Tale?
In the same spirit: Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii, Dungeon Siege 2 and Overlord II.
