Sega Dreamcast · Action-Adventure
Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver
Certified classic
| System | Sega Dreamcast |
|---|---|
| Genre | Action-Adventure |
| Developer | Crystal Dynamics |
| Publisher | Eidos Interactive |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Weekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours) |
| Series | Legacy of Kain |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 13 |
Developed by Crystal Dynamics and published by Eidos Interactive, Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver arrived on the Sega Dreamcast as an action-adventure game.
Among the 16 Dreamcast action-adventure games in our database, it ranks #6 by legacy score.
It is part of the Legacy of Kain series. The series also appears on other systems with Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver (PS1) and Blood Omen: Legacy of Kain (PS1). Crystal Dynamics also made Disney's 102 Dalmatians: Puppies to the Rescue and Walt Disney World Quest: Magical Racing Tour for the Dreamcast.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
Pick it if…
- you want to get lost in a long quest
- you have time for a weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)
- you want to experience one of the Dreamcast's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you want a game you can finish in one short session
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver is like
Action-adventures blend real-time combat with exploration, puzzles and item collection. You open up a larger world gradually as new tools let you reach places you couldn't before.
Tip for newcomers: Keep a mental (or paper) map of locked doors and unreachable ledges; most action-adventures expect you to come back once you find the right item.
Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver walkthroughs & guides
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Playing Dreamcast games today
Dreamcast games still feel inventive and colorful, and many have been re-released on later platforms. The console also has a remarkably active homebrew scene for a system that left shelves so long ago.
Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver FAQ
Who made Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver?
It was developed by Crystal Dynamics and published by Eidos Interactive.
Is Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver multiplayer?
No. Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver is a single-player game.
How long does Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver take to play?
As an action-adventure game, Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver typically falls into the "Weekend project" category: roughly 6–20 hours. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
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