Platforms
- PCAug 14, 2015NAplayscoreNA0 Critics8.491 Players
- PlayStation 5Dec 19, 2021NAplayscoreNA0 Critics7.4496 Players
- Xbox Series X|SOct 23, 2024NAplayscoreNA0 CriticsNA0 Players
- PlayStation 4Jun 17, 20167.0playscore6.53 Critics7.3507 Players
- Xbox OneJun 17, 20167.1playscore6.93 Critics7.2184 Players
- Nintendo SwitchMar 5, 2019NAplayscoreNA0 CriticsNA0 Players
7 critic reviews · 0 community reviews across all platforms
Critic Reviews
Overall Bard’s Gold is a fun game, bringing the nostalgic feel of the 1990’s platformers to the current consoles. It’s 2D pixelated graphics and retro gameplay, paired with the simple controls and great AI design outshine the areas of the game that fall short. Bard’s Gold, while simple in theory, plays with a bit more difficulty, and though you may want to turn your TV down to avoid the uninspiring soundtrack, it is well worth its price of $4.99.
Erin Castillo · Jul 28, 2016 Reviewed on XB1Read full reviewBard Gold is a decent little indie title, but it’s one specifically aimed at people who are into these roguelike games. Side scrolling, with a little dose of death and progression goes a long way to keep the game entertaining enough, but it just doesn’t do enough different or interesting things to garner much attention. If readers are extremely into the genre, this is one to take a look at when on sale or if just looking for something different.
Justin Celani · Jun 30, 2016 Reviewed on PS4Read full reviewIf you like the rogue-lite playstyle, or enjoy games like Rogue Legacy, then Bard's Gold is well worth dropping £3.99 on. I’ve paid more for games with less content before, so this is a great deal. It doesn’t bring much, if anything, new to the table, but it does bring an enjoyable and rewarding experience.
Steven John Dawson · Jul 21, 2016 Reviewed on XB1Read full reviewBard’s Gold may not be the prettiest game you’ll ever play, but it does offer a few hours of fun and a decent challenge on roguelike difficulty. It’s a shame that it’s so short though, as it could have enjoyed the same success as its inspiration.
Gary Bailey · Jun 24, 2016 Reviewed on PS4Read full reviewBard's Gold is a bad game, truly. It should not have been released in the state it's currently in, let alone for $8. It simply isn't worth the money and aggravation that comes with the experience. It has potential to get better in the future, but the point stands: Bard's Gold, in its current state, had absolutely no right being released to the public for a price.
Renan Fontes · Oct 27, 2015 Reviewed on PCRead full reviewn Summary
By veering so closely to the looming shadow cast by the superlative Rogue Legacy, Bard’s Gold invites comparisons that it can’t possibly survive. Look away from such comparisons though and it’s clear that developer Pixel Lantern has come through with an accomplished take on an established concept that should prove more than sufficient for fans looking for their next fix.John-Paul Jones · Jun 22, 2016 Reviewed on PS4Read full reviewHelaas valt Bard’s Gold net buiten de boot qua pittige 2D-platformers en heeft niet die essentie van Salt and Sanctuary. De gameplay is makkelijk te begrijpen en er zitten uitdagende elementen in, maar de tijdmeter verpest een groot gedeelte van de platformer. Voeg daar een soundtrack aan toe die na slechts tien minuten al onvoorstelbaar eentonig is, wat zwakke eindbazen en je hebt een middelmatige platformer. Helaas geen goud voor Bard’s Gold.
Rick Dijs · Jul 24, 2016 Reviewed on XB1Read full review
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About the game
Bard's Gold is a challenging platformer that let's you explore eerie worlds in a quest for a Goblin that stole your gold. Help the Bard to overcome the dungeon’s many dangerous perils and use your new-found treasures to improve your character and to buy new weapons and gear!