Tainted Grail: The Fall of Avalon
Action
Adventure
Indie
RPG
Single-player
Full controller support
Steam Cloud
Family Sharing

Step into a dark reimagination of Arthurian legends in this first person, open world RPG. Explore a world stuck in everlasting autumn, witness falling legends and make meaningful choices woven into a complex, branching storyline.

Developers: Questline
Publishers: Awaken Realms
Release Date: May 23, 2025
Price (USD): $44.99
Current Players: 1.8k

Links:  Steam Store  SteamDB

Very Positive(88%)
engaging story
rewarding exploration
immersive world
versatile combat
difficulty scaling
combat balance
open-world feel
performance issues
dated graphics
unfinished acts
game-breaking bugs
Overall, players enjoyed the game's storytelling and immersive world, finding the combat fun and the exploration rewarding. However, many noted significant technical issues and unfinished aspects, particularly in Act 3, which affected their experience. Difficulty scaling was a point of contention, as some players found the game either too easy or too challenging at different stages.

Positive Points

  • The game offers a captivating and immersive story that engages players deeply.
  • The combat system is versatile and satisfying, with options for different playstyles.
  • Players appreciated the game's atmosphere, created through its world-building and music.
  • It provides a rewarding exploration experience with meaningful loot and quests.
  • Negative Points

  • The game is plagued with bugs, particularly in the later acts, which hinder the experience.
  • Graphics and animations are considered dated and may impact immersion.
  • Act 3 feels unfinished and lacks the polish of earlier parts, affecting overall satisfaction.
  • Some players reported performance issues, including frequent crashes and frame drops.
  • Mixed Points

  • The game's difficulty scaling received mixed reviews; some found it challenging while others felt it became too easy.
  • Common Themes

  • The game is often compared to Elder Scrolls, with many noting that it felt like a spiritual successor.
  • Storytelling and lore were frequently praised, with many enjoying the dark fantasy setting.
  • Updated 6/28/2025, 12:02:14 AM UTC