Nine Parchments

Nine Parchments is a solid twin-stick, isometric, Action RPG with some great multiplayer fun. As a single player title, it does begin to feel a bit repetitive but this is offset by the exceptionally fun multiplayer. If you own a Switch or PC, or other console and are looking for something to scratch that twin-stick shooter itch but with a magical twist, Nine Parchments is definitely worth checking...

Frozenbyte has a history of making high-quality cooperative gaming experiences. Set in the same world as their fantastic Trine series, Nine Parchments will have you and a few friends unleashing magic on plenty of dastardly creatures. Let's check it out.

When I heard that Frozenbyte, the creators of the Trine series had made a co-op action game with RPG elements, I was looking forward to discovering what unique new spins they would be adding to the genre. Back in 2009 Frozenbyte’s critically acclaimed fantasy action game was praised for its interesting puzzle-solving mechanics, thoughtful level design and solid fusion of multiple genres. Enter Nin...

A game lovingly made by a studio with big ambition that, for the most part, succeeds. Single player and a lack of story are its downfall, but, none of that matters when you are adventuring with your friends and writing your own story!

Some adventures are just better with a few friends. Others are downright punishing when you try and go it alone. Nine Parchments, the latest co-op game from Frozenbyte, is an excellent example of that second category. Like the Trine games that came before this one, you really shouldn’t try and make this work all by yourself. Captivating architecture and extensive spell selections aside, this game ...

Nine Parchments is a game with an awful lot of potential; the combat is fun, the multiplayer co-op works a treat, and the gorgeous art creates a visually impressive world to explore. Repetition in the format and layout of levels - and the incredibly strange decision to delete your save data when wanting to switching between single player and co-op games - are unfortunate shortcomings, however. If ...

Nine Parchments is a solid release. Its gorgeous art style, dependable controls and fun co-op play almost hide a multitude of sins. Almost. Unfortunately, with a poor save system and combat mechanics that never really develop from the first level onwards, Nine Parchments soon becomes a slog that is less than magical.

With a stronger connection to the world and a more rewarding progression system, Nine Parchments could have been more than a fleeting arcade fancy. If you can find it on sale (which it has hosted many times since launch) and can wrangle up three other people, it’s a decent party game that will fill a single afternoon.