

The Holy Grail is a siren song that's difficult to get out of your head.

Now Playing: The First Templar Video Review But The First Templar rises above these problems to create an enjoyable adventure through the turbulent 13th century.īy clicking 'enter', you agree to GameSpot's A dearth of items means you're stuck with only a few weapons and outfits for the whole game, and spotty collision detection can hound your progress at times. The Knights Templar, sworn protectors of this coveted prize, prove they are as susceptible to temptation as every other person, and though the story provides enough twists to stay interesting, it's the varied gameplay and pleasant visuals that make this a journey worth taking. The First Templar uses the unimaginable delights promised by the Holy Grail to push you through this action-focused role-playing game. This sacred object has fueled the desire of countless historians through the years and has wormed its way into just as many fictional tellings of its supposed powers. Such a commonplace action may seem trivial, but it transformed an ordinary chalice into the Holy Grail.

When playing solo, the player can switch between the two characters, leaving the control of the second hero to the game’s AI. The First Templar features both single player and co-op modes. The heroes face powerful opponents at every turn, including Sacracen, King Philip the IV of France and the Inquisition. Taking control over these two unlikely allies, the player must uncover the mysteries behind the Templar Order, play a role in a grand conspiracy, and discover the secret of the Holy Grail. The First Templar follows the story of two main characters – a French Templar, and his companion, a noble lady who has been proclaimed a heretic.
