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Grim Dawn is both an unoriginal blast from the past and potentially the most refreshing ARPG of the last decade. Traditional hack-and-slash RPGs have evolved into something of a niche subgenre. While a handful of noteworthy titles come out each year, few get enough fanfare to stand alongside the biggest AAA projects. Diablo and possibly Torchlight are recent exceptions, but they both have their detractors. Diablo III launched in an incredibly frustrating state, while Torchlight II’s quirky aesthetic may not strike a chord with old-school fans who love early offerings from the subgenre.<\/p>\n
Grim Dawn lives up to its name. Set in the fallen kingdom of Cairn, humanity stands on the brink of annihilation due to two warring supernatural forces, the Aether and Chthonians. The player character spends most of his time helping the few remaining humans to survive rather than mounting a stand against the forces of darkness. <\/p>