Despite community pleas for a delay to polish the experience, 1348 Ex Voto has launched in a noticeably unfinished state.
1348 Ex Voto was envisioned as an atmospheric odyssey set in medieval Italy. Players step into the greaves of Aeta—a courageous noblewoman and wandering knight—as she navigates a land plunged into chaos to locate her missing companion, Bianca (voiced by Jennifer English). The title was promoted as a third-person action-adventure, blending tactical knightly combat with an investigation into a mysterious disappearance.
However, the initial reception has been overwhelmingly lukewarm. The game currently holds a meager 50% average on Opencritic across seven reviews. The situation on Steam is equally disheartening, with “Mixed” user feedback and a mere 52% positive rating.
Primary criticisms focus on abysmal optimization, frequent technical glitches, and a combat system that feels both shallow and monotonous. Reviewers also pointed out a chaotic lock-on mechanic and a narrative that lacks sufficient depth. While the project is praised for its unique premise and historical flair, the general consensus is that it was rushed to release far too early.