Kenshi is a unique beast. It's not the most beautiful game, can be quite glitchy at times especially when it comes to AI pathfinding, and it lacks a lot of the polish that big budget titles have. However, where Kenshi shines is it's sheer depth.

I cannot remember the last time I played a sandbox game that gives the player this much true freedom. Whether you want to play the game like a solo character, wandering the wasteland and grinding your stats - or perhaps you want to run a crew of thieves or ninjas, stealing and assassinating your way up the political ladder - Even if you have the vision of a mighty warlord with a desire to recruit and train an army, constructing cities and monuments to your greatness across the wasteland. It's all entirely up to you, and most importantly it's all fun.

I've sunk hours into constructing a Rum and Hash farm with my little clique of warriors, sprinting over the harsh desert into the swamp to sell our wares, antagonizing the Holy Nation every chance we get. Even with over 100+ hours on a single playthrough, I am excited to start a new game with a whole new play-style and approach. I think that type of joy and replay-ability is quite rare nowadays.

Extensive modding takes care of the majority of the issues you might run into, in addition to providing an plethora of new content.

Despite all it's flaws - Kenshi has been one of the most enjoyable and fulfilling game experiences I've had in recent years.

Kenshi is a unique beast. It's not the most beautiful game, can be quite glitchy at times especially when it comes to AI pathfinding, and it lacks a lot of the polish that big budget titles have. However, where Kenshi shines is it's sheer depth. I cannot remember the last time I played a sandbox game that gives the player this much true freedom. Whether you want to play the game like a solo character, wandering the wasteland and grinding your stats - or perhaps you want to run a crew of thieves or ninjas, stealing and assassinating your way up the political ladder - Even if you have the vision of a mighty warlord with a desire to recruit and train an army, constructing cities and monuments to your greatness across the wasteland. It's all entirely up to you, and most importantly it's all fun. I've sunk hours into constructing a Rum and Hash farm with my little clique of warriors, sprinting over the harsh desert into the swamp to sell our wares, antagonizing the Holy Nation every chance we get. Even with over 100+ hours on a single playthrough, I am excited to start a new game with a whole new play-style and approach. I think that type of joy and replay-ability is quite rare nowadays. Extensive modding takes care of the majority of the issues you might run into, in addition to providing an plethora of new content. Despite all it's flaws - Kenshi has been one of the most enjoyable and fulfilling game experiences I've had in recent years.