Dishonored: Death of The Outsider

Dishonored: Death Of The Outsider is a fresh take on the survival horror genre. The Dishonored 2 video game has become reskinned with stronger weapons and combined abilities. Currency is limited, and ammunition is hard to find, making the player have to rely on survival tactics to win against impossible odds. The tension in Dishonored remains constant, and the game never gives the player a break, giving the expansion a fresh feeling and nail-biting pace.


Imagine Assasin's Creed with limited options as a killer. You don't have much time or weapons at your disposal and must rely on pure stealth to make your kills. This adds depth and challenge to Dishonored that is admirable in an age where endless grind fests and hand-holding seem to have become the norm in video games. However, many of the maps in this game are simple retreads of the prequel, a noticeable flaw.  Billie as a character also has questionable motivations for being an assassin, and her motivations are poorly explained.  

The story frankly is a jumbled mess, but the gameplay itself is satisfying and challenging. It's just sad when an apparently well thought out game is plagued by indecision on what type of gameplay experience it wants to deliver. The challenge is fresh, but often it can feel too difficult for any casual players, and the game developer forces you into combat so often that you will die a lot. Imagine Assasin's Creed and Splinter Cell with fewer combat options, and you get Dishonored. There is a strong premise in this game and real potential, but its mediocre story and awkward difficulty spikes make it a difficult game to recommend over other better Action or RPG experiences.

Graphics: 7/10
Gameplay: 6/10
Sound: 8/10
Replayability: 5/10
Overall: 6/10 (Slightly Above Average)

If none of these flaws deter you, give Dishonored a stab, but don't say you were not warned about the often cruel difficulty spikes!