Step into the lush and vibrant world of the Forgotten Realms in Sword Coast Legends, an action-oriented RPG that brings the legendary magic of Dungeons & Dragons to your screen. Developed by a team of industry veterans with experience on titles like Dragon Age: Origins, this game offers a unique approach to shared storytelling, blending a deep single-player campaign with innovative multiplayer features.

Explore the Forgotten Realms

Set within the iconic Sword Coast, the game follows your journey as a customized adventurer working for the Order of the Burning Dawn. The narrative centers on a quest to find the Moontears—an ancient artifact created by Sehanine Moonbow during the Godswar. However, players must contend with more than just rival guilds; a rising demonic threat seeks to reinstate the Age of Demons, threatening the stability of the entire region.

The world is rich with lore and atmosphere, featuring beautifully rendered maps and a haunting musical score by renowned composer Inon Zur. Players can delve into various locations, including the trading outpost of Mantol-Derith, and experience expanded content through the Rage of Demons expansion, which introduces the Underdark, the Tiefling race, and the Warlock class.

Gameplay Mechanics and Features

Sword Coast Legends provides a party-based tactical combat system that utilizes the Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edition ruleset. Players can build their own stalwart adventurers by choosing from several playable races and unique character classes to create a balanced party. While the game features pause-time mechanics for tactical decision-making, it also focuses on the dynamic between players and the Dungeon Master.

  • DM Mode: A first-of-its-kind real-time experience where a Dungeon Master can guide players through customizable adventures, creating a tailored, non-adversarial 4-player experience.
  • Character Customization: Choose from five initial playable races and six unique classes (with further expansions adding more) to tailor your combat style.
  • Dungeon Crawls: Engage in four-player drop-in, drop-out adventures designed for cooperative play.
  • Expanded Lore: Navigate complex storylines involving legendary figures like Drizzt Do’Urden and explore iconic cities such as Luskan and Gracklstugh.

Who is this game for?

Sword Coast Legends appeals strongly to fans of the Dungeons & Dragons universe and enthusiasts of party-based tactical RPGs. If you enjoy the collaborative storytelling found in pen-and-paper sessions or the deep, lore-heavy campaigns of classic CRPGs, there is much to explore here. While some players may find the combat more straightforward than traditional hardcore CRPGs, those looking for a visually striking entry point into the Forgotten Realms will find plenty to enjoy.

Platform Availability: Sword Coast Legends is available on PC, Xbox One, PlayStation 4, macOS, and Linux.