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Ryse: Son of Rome
Developer Crytek
Ryse: Son of Rome is a 2013 action-adventure game developed by Crytek and published by Microsoft Studios. Set in an alternate version of Ancient Rome, Ryse follows the life of the Roman centurion Marius Titus as he becomes one of the leaders in the Roman Legion. Gameplay revolves around Marius using his sword to strike enemies and shield to deflect attacks. Execution sequences are featured in the game, which are… From Wikipedia (CC BY-SA 4.0)
418 reactions from 4 sources (Steam reviews, Bluesky, Mastodon, Lemmy) · newest Nov 4, 2026 · last updated Nov 5, 2026 · How this works
Audience score
86
LovedLoved
281 positive · 47 negative
95% range 81–89%
| Source | + | − | = |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steam reviews | 281 | 47 | 0 |
| Bluesky * | 33 | 7 | 47 |
| Mastodon * | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Lemmy * | 0 | 0 | 1 |
* shown, not counted in the score (label accuracy below our 85% bar or not yet audited).
Steam's own rating
Very Positive
14,211 of 16,798 reviews positive (all languages, per Valve)
What players are saying
85% recommend · 230 yes, 42 no
Counted from the reviewers’ own thumbs up/down on the 272 English Steam reviews we collected, not by the AI. Valve’s all-language rating: Very Positive (39,660 of 45,538 positive).
Players praise the game's stunning graphics that hold up well over a decade later. [1][2][3] Many find the combat repetitive but still enjoyable for a short campaign. [4][5][6] Some reviewers note the game feels like an interactive movie with a good story. [7][8][9]
Liked
Representative posts
- [15]
Pros: Story: Pretty good. Graphics: Amazing for a game from 2013. Price: Fair. Gameplay: Decent. A bunch of different executions. Cons: Optimization: Atrocious. Constant FPS lags. Gameplay: At first glance it is good, but it is quite repetitive. Length: Very short game, but for the price, it is alright, still; I would ONLY buy this for a hefty discount. Cutscenes: A big part of the game is cutscenes, and it is not …
- [1]
This game rules. It looks incredible. The graphics are truly remarkable in comparison to some of the trash AAA companies are putting out now. The gameplay is very simple yet filled with a lot of depth if you wanna keep up combos. The multiplayer is worth this game shines. Two Bros bashing through hundreds of barbarians and doing some cool co-op finishers in some of the most unique environments is something you don’t …
- [4]
It's short, repetitive, and linear, but it still has the grandeur of Rome.
- [7]
Great visuals and cinematic feel, but gameplay gets repetitive fast. Feels more like an interactive movie than a full game. 7/10
- [2]
Graphics, gameplay, story, all hold up great 10+ years later.
Summarised from 34 of the 349 public posts collected about this game; every point cites the posts behind it ([n] opens the post) and the split is counted from the posts’ own ratings. Updated Oct 11, 2026. How summaries are made
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Ryse: Son of Rome sits at 86% positive across 328 opinionated reactions from 4 sources. Fresh or rotten — where do you land?
Critics, per Wikipedia
Ryse: Son of Rome received "mixed or average" reviews according to review aggregator Metacritic. Despite the mixed reception, the Academy of Interactive Arts & Sciences nominated Ryse: Son of Rome for "Outstanding Achievement in Visual Engineering" and "Outstanding Character Performance" (Marius Titus) during the 17th Annual D.I.C.E. Awards. While no exact sales figure was revealed, Yerli expressed his disappointment with the sales of Ryse for the Xbox One in August 2014, blaming the low sales of the Xbox One. The game's visuals received critical acclaim. Brian Albert from IGN thought that Ryse would be the perfect title for people to show off their console due to its high graphical…
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Reactions
60 of 418 · most liked firstStill a solid rpg.Was massively overhyped by devs/publishers but if u go in without any expectations its really good
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →How often do men think about the Roman Empire? Personally? Since October 1st 2004 and to this day… But this game is also cool)
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →This game is very good. First of all: if you have some problems with the framerate, try locking it at your refresh rate on your GPU’s software, Riva, or whatever you use. I went from unstable 50ish fps to stable 120 just by doing that little thing and nothing else. Ryse: Son of Rome has been sitting in my Steam library for about 8 years now, and I finally decided to play it. Having just finished the game for the first time, I can say that I really appreciate the fact that Crytek didn’t try to…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →This game rules. It looks incredible. The graphics are truly remarkable in comparison to some of the trash AAA companies are putting out now. The gameplay is very simple yet filled with a lot of depth if you wanna keep up combos. The multiplayer is worth this game shines. Two Bros bashing through hundreds of barbarians and doing some cool co-op finishers in some of the most unique environments is something you don’t see anymore. I’ve been going back and playing a lot of games from the 2010s…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Ryse: Son of Rome: A Bloody, Beautiful Blast from the Past: I still remember the first time I saw Ryse: Son of Rome. It was back in 2015, and I was staring at a friend's PC, jaw on the floor. Let's just say my copy at the time wasn't exactly "legit" a common occurrence back when we were all just kids testing the waters. Fast forward to 2026, and I finally decided to do things properly. I picked it up on my own Steam account, sat down, and realized that some games, much like a good vintage wine,…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →The gameplay is fun and the story is enternaining. The historical value of what Rome was maybe is not well represented because the game falls into some stereotipes. But at the end of the day it's just a game and it's fun to play.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Pros: Story: Pretty good. Graphics: Amazing for a game from 2013. Price: Fair. Gameplay: Decent. A bunch of different executions. Cons: Optimization: Atrocious. Constant FPS lags. Gameplay: At first glance it is good, but it is quite repetitive. Length: Very short game, but for the price, it is alright, still; I would ONLY buy this for a hefty discount. Cutscenes: A big part of the game is cutscenes, and it is not necessarily a bad thing, but for a 4h long game, you wouldn't want probably…
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Introduction Ryse: Son of Rome is a third-person action-adventure story game, developed by Crytek. This was one of the Xbox One's flagship titles and was a huge change of pace from their typical first-person shooters. Positives Story is actually pretty good, telling the story of Roman soldier Marius Titus, a general who saves Emperor Nero and recalls past events that led him to the position of standing next to the emperor, which sets the premise for the entire game. It does a great job…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Graphics, gameplay, story, all hold up great 10+ years later.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →I remember watching this game on youtube when I was younger, and I thought this game was a gem. Playing it through for the first time today was a hell of a good time and I enjoyed every bit of it. The QTE are simple yet fun, tons of executions and environment executions you can explore and discover, the graphics are honestly REALLY good and is still up to date. This game is a good time, with some very intense moments and gets into some good historical elements mixed in with roman Gods.…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Crytek planned 'Ryse: Son of Rome' as some sort of Xbox 'Assassin’s Creed' with different games in different settings like Japan or Vikings. Sadly, the first game sold not enough copies. www.ign.com/articles/rys...
neutral · AI labelView post →Ryse: Son of Rome ✅ 70/76 🏆 Came upon this game randomly on the TL. Beautiful graphics. Okay story. Historical fiction, major emphasis on the fiction part. Extremely glitchy. Huge shoutout to @drewstee.bsky.social for spending several Saturdays playing with me to help unlock some chevos 🤗
neutral · AI labelView post →This game stands as a testament to the things every AAA company out there making slop in 2025 gets wrong. 1. We want a good engaging story 2. Simple, yet engaging, gameplay goes far This is how awesome games could have been
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Amazing 3rd person game, even in 2026. Campaign is single player, co-op maps are fun, but the MP grind to Rank 200 was a bit of a pain. Still, definitely recommended even just for the story, combat and scenery!
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →The graphics are still very good in 2026. But the gameplay consists mostly of fighting the same fat dude over and over again for 5 hours. Also: The people who wrote the story clearly were on drugs. Boudica speeding through Rome on an elephant?
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →I have to bring up Ryse for this, I'm not sure this is necessarily a bad game, but I literally don't remember playing it and yet I have the achievement on Xbox for finishing it
neutral · AI labelView post →It's short, repetitive, and linear, but it still has the grandeur of Rome.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Ryse Son of Rome is def a very pretty game.. But damn i don't like the camera being this close. #RyseSonofRome
negative · AI labelView post →Aww bummer. I really think RaD could've dialed up the good parts of The Order 1886 & dialed down the bad parts if Sony had greenlit a sequel. Same with Microsoft & Ryse. I will always think of them as 2 sides of the same coin: both early-gen, GORGEOUS games w/clear flaws www.ign.com/articles/son...
neutral · AI labelView post →This game is TIMELESS! The graphics are absolutely insane, even in 2025, and I can only imagine how amazing it must have looked to people when it first came out. The game is great in every sense even though it’s “old” and you can notice some “limitations” or “funny game mechanics,” I would definitely recommend it to everyone, especially those who enjoy war-themed games and historical elements. The only small downside is that no matter what kind of PC you have — super powerful or weak — you’ll…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →This is a 12-year-old game that is SUPERIOR IN EVERY SINGLE ASPECT to the so-called AAA "Marvel's Wolverine" abomination that came out just last week... Oh how the industry has fallen... 10/10 in 2014 (the game released when the industry was still competent and games were genuinely good) 50/10 in 2026 (the game is now mopping the floor with tons of current "AAA" games while the industry is collapsing faster than Usain Bolt) Enough said...
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Great visuals and cinematic feel, but gameplay gets repetitive fast. Feels more like an interactive movie than a full game. 7/10
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →10/10 This game makes you feel like the Batman of Rome, the whole thing feels like you are in a movie. Rome had problems and I was the solution, incredible game.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →The game is made with love for the Roman history. It's brutal, beautiful, and cinematic. The fighting system is unique, and I love it.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Honestly, this game is way better than I expected. It’s one of those rare games that actually made me stop and think, “yeah, this is something special.” Even though it’s over 10 years old, the graphics still look insanely good. I got it for 25.2 kr, and for that price it’s 100% worth it.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →You ever notice how loud soldiers get right before things go quiet? They charge in screaming about Rome, honor, revenge, whatever helps them feel brave for about three seconds. Then the shields collide, the line breaks, and suddenly it’s just breathing, steel, and that moment when someone realizes they picked the wrong person to rush. I like that moment. This game lingers there. It doesn’t rush past the violence. You feel every hit, every stagger, every time the fight tilts and doesn’t tilt…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →If you are looking for a fun straight forward hack and slash game about Roman times, this is it. I have really enjoyed playing it so far. Though it is +10 years old, the graphics, animations and gameplay are splendid. Though the combat is quiet repetitive, I kinda like it being straight forward. Nice game.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Finally I can play #RYSE! Last time I tried to run it, my PC couldn't handle it. I can't believe this is a 2013 game. It looks amazing and the combat is fun!
positive · AI labelView post →How can such an old game still look and play so good in 2026? It's from a time when games were made with purpose, and it shows.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →i admire the game industry's commitment to remaking Ryse: Son of Rome endlessly
neutral · AI labelView post →Everything wrong feels strangely right Look, objectively a mid game and I know that there is a lot to critic like animations, or lackluster story or maybe combat system, but I just don't want to. Enjoying the story and even more multiplayer scenarios. Combat system is indeed repetitive, but everything is so fast, that it doesn't feel frustrating to me. Achievements pop up every couple minutes and you know what, I ♥♥♥♥♥♥♥ like it, hell I love it. Yes, I won't play it for weeks, but I'm sure…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →The best Roman soldier RPG game there is. So cinematic and the slow-mo combat is insanely cool. Short but good story, well worth it and the visuals still live up to today's standards.. which is saying something
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Ryse: Son of Rome complete!! Short game, awesome combat, great story, very linear and narrative focused (which I personally really enjoy), and stunning visuals that aged like wine. I couldn’t help but compare it to The Order 1886. Love both games tho!
positive · AI labelView post →I've been criticizing Ryse for it's game design a bit but despite that it's a solid game. People call it a glorified technical showcase because of it's short game duration and graphics that were far ahead of it's time, i think it deserves a bit more credit than that.
neutral · AI labelView post →For those with terrible FPS on Nvidia GPU, change "Low Latency Mode" from "on" to "ultra" under Nvidia Control Panel -> Program Settings -> Select Game Ryse Son of Rome. Just war. It's like playing 300 movie rather then watching. The whole game play was cool. Some input lags here and there, like evading heavy attacks. Otherwise the combat, upgrades, the combos was really great. The graphics was just wow, it's from Crytek, no wonder everything looks so realistic. Overall story just fight…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →+ Unbelievable graphics for a game from 2013, still very good in 2026! + Nice pacing + Gameplay is quite fun, not too repetitive - Short, you may beat it in about 5-6h
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →oh this was an amazing game to play great soundtrack amazing graphics great characters and a great story from beginning to end some glitches here and there for me but it runs smooth get the game and fight for the good of Rome
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →More than an action game, it feels like living through an incredible Roman movie Ryse Son of Rome is a cinematic action game that leans on brutal melee combat, Roman war drama, and a strong sense of presentation. What stood out most to me was how committed it is to that identity. The environments still look great, the sound design gives battles real weight, and the whole campaign feels like a playable sword and sandal film. Combat is simple, but it stays satisfying because of the rhythm, the…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Ryse: Son of Rome. For a game that has been released for more than over a decade now, this has aged superbly well... This has an amazing story line and plot that is easy to follow and can easily grasp the attention of the player. I have had my eye on this game for quiet sometime now, and refused to get it due to reading on how short this game is and was for the asking price that everyone was paying for it. Recently it was brought to my attention that this game was on a SUPER sale for $2USD.…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Ryse: Son of Rome | Steam Deck CryEngine is a beast! Seriously cannot believe my eyes. This game is 12 years old and still gives current gen games a run for their money and it’s running on a handheld! (I also miss Crytech naming games with a “Y” in them)
positive · AI labelView post →Ryse Son of Rome is not a particularly good game. I think its 'Very Positive' rating as of writing, is more indicative of an unmet demand for shorter singleplayer experiences, than it is the quality of the game. Games that are multiplayer-focused and "infinitely" playable, that demand your attention through battle passes, dominate so much of the conversation. And Singleplayer games have grown to astronomical sizes with many non-RPGs reaching over 50 hours to complete, invariably by the use of…
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →What an amazing surprise! Bought this game for 3,49 euros, did not know what to expect. OMG what an amazing cinematic experience. Fun, action packed, and extremely entertaining. One of the biggest surprises I have encountered in 30+ years of gaming <3
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Gorgeous for it's time, pretty fun combat, even if repetitive and an okay story for about 8 hours of play? Absolutely worth it (at a deep discount).
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →If you play this on modern hardware you need to put a FPS limiter for the game to actually utilize your hardware properly. If you don't you will experience terrible fps, stuttering, massive frame drops, and is jut a horrible experience. Raedon chill wasn't working for me. I used RivaTuner and set the max frame rate at 144 and the game ran excellent. I think you need to hard cap the FPS before you launch the game for it to take effect. Ryse Son of Rome is like what if we made a Call of Duty…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Great slasher. enjoyable gameplay. Am i love with the miltiplayer.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →I managed to keep my Summer sale budget under a fiver. I got more Hexcells, as I loved the first game; someone on here recommended Black Forest, which looks intriguing; and of course, Rygar! Sorry, Ryse: Son Of Rome! Time to Ryse to the occasion and finally start acting like a Man! #blutoid
positive · AI labelView post →Did you know, the most popular version of this image used concept art from the video game "Ryse: Son of Rome" lol?
neutral · AI labelView post →This game is basically just a tech demo for the Xbox One. It looks great, but there’s really nothing else here. The Combat: ------------------- It’s a total slog. The gameplay is just a mundane cycle of block, mash attack, and shield bash to break guards. Throw in some QTEs and heavily scripted segments, and you’ve seen everything the game has to offer in the first twenty minutes. Story: --------- It’s fine. It exists. Nothing to write home about. Multiplayer: ----------------- Ghost…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →It runs smoothly on steam deck (locked at 30fps, but it really looks cinematic to me). Never tried it on PC yet, but i think it'll runs pretty good. But the graphics is top notch, despite being an over a decade old game.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Just to state, for how long ago this game released, this game is gorgeous! The combat can get a bit repetitive and offers a decent enough challenge (I played Centurion) but overall I enjoyed the mechanics of it's combat system. Executions were fun and cinematic which tailored well to the style of the game and while it is a short one, the delivery was done in a way that catered to the storytelling making it quite memorable for me. The visuals and story are what drives this game, everything else…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →great game a bit historically not very accurate but the athmosphere was amazing
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Ryse: Son of Rome has been added to Xbox Game Pass Cloud Gaming. We’d love to see a sequel one day!
neutral · AI labelView post →Fight like a Roman legend in a brutal quick action event adventure. Pros: The game has a great atmosphere and really makes you feel like you're part of a Roman/Spartan experience. It’s very cheap when on sale, and I really enjoyed the PvP arena mode where you can fight waves of enemies with a friend. Marius is a decent character, and I absolutely loved the final cinematic scene. The game also still looks impressive for a 2014 release and does a good job at making you feel like a Gladiator.…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →cool concept, nice graphics and cool story but unbelievably repetitive combat
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →A second Ryse son of Rome would please me. That game was good as hell
positive · AI labelView post →Crytek really be making games that'll hold up 10+ years after the release.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Finally finished with work! I’m hyped to see odyssey this weekend in IMAX which I’ve seen people replaying AC Odyssey and I’m down to replay it. It’s been years. But I redownloaded Ryse Son of Rome and damn I wish we got more of this game. What are you playing?
positive · AI labelView post →epic cinematic experience. did not expect it to be so spectacular. better than Gladiator 2.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Good graphics for the time, simple but addictive gameplay, and a good ol' revenge story. The graphics are great for its time. It still holds up in 2026. The environment looks good. Each scene looks straight out of cinema. The story itself is presented very cinematically. As such, it is easy to understand exactly what is going on. You'll find the combat simple, but a bit difficult to master, and yet, enjoyable. However, it does get repetitive soon as enemy types are not that varied across the…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Even after 12 years, this game is still beautiful and is a great addition to any players library of 3rd-person games. The Good Stuff - If my campaign were a novel I would have enjoyed the book. - Combat is more tactical and situational than hitting the right button combos. While some may not like this, I found it really added to immersion. - Every strike, parry, contact has a weight to it. - Graphics and gameplay are cinematic - Game length may be short for some, however it was the right…
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