Dishonored is a game known for its characteristic gameplay and art design. Acclaimed by the critics, the free-flowing gameplay presented to players is one of the many things that the franchise is loved for. There are also role-playing elements and decision-making with actual consequences that give gamers a reason to play through the game once more.
There are many ways to go through the same level and there many powers that can be used in creative ways. However, even the most beloved franchise will have those who dislike some of the game’s elements. It might be that a fan loves everything but one aspect of the game, or maybe someone who just does not feel the same that most people feel about a character. Reddit is always overflowing with opinions that we do not tend to frequently stumble upon.
10 Dishonored: Death Of The Outsider Has The Best Story
Many fans do not really care for how the story is told in Dishonored: Death of the Outsider. Although the story is hardly considered bad on its core, many fans do not find it engaging at all. If a player does not feel engaged, it is hard for them to care about the plot of a game. Even when it a very ambitious plot like the one in this game.
Still, Reddit user u/Squery12 feels like no other Dishonored game had a story that is better than the one presented in Death of the Outsider.
9 Not Having Powers, Even For One Level, Is Boring
Although many games slowly introduce a character’s powers, it is most likely better if they do not take too long to do so. Having to play a whole level of a powerless individual in a power fantasy game might prevent players from having fun when poorly done. Although this is an unusual comment on the matter for sure, Reddit user u/-Raid- finds boring the levels without powers. Generally, this is just a way to get mechanics introduced. Or even a way for the player to feel powerful after not having any special abilities. Writers often do that as a narrative device. Either way, this is indeed an unpopular comment on this game.
8 Dishonored 2 Is Better Than The First Dishonored In Most Aspects
It is widely known that most of the Dishonored fanbase prefers the first game to the second. It is not that Dishonored 2 is disliked, but the first one generally causes a better impression on gamers. Although this seems to be the case for most fans, Reddit is a place where all kinds of opinions are found.
There are those who do think the first game of the franchise is the best. In fact, the Reddit user u/arkham777 finds Dishonored 2 better than the first game, except for the ambiance.
7 A Silent Protagonist Would Have Been Better
Another thing that is rarely seen in the world of gaming, Reddit user u/Sueprtack would have preferred not having voice acting for the main character in Dishonored 2. Not having a voice acting is a characteristic of old RPGs, and it both meant to either save some production money and to make characters feel like they were the ones delivering the lines of Dialogue.
Games like Dragon Age: Origins started that way, but soon changed into fully voiced lines for the main characters. It seems that most gamers indeed prefer voiced protagonists.
6 Displace Is An Annoying Power To Use
Displacement is a very useful power. There is no doubt about that. It can facilitate air assassination, movement, and it is generally fun to use. It is one of those powers that make the player feel powerful even though it is purely a utility tool.
Yet, Reddit user u/TheOutsiderWalks could not get used to displacement. In fact, the same user did not like any of Billie’s powers, even though many consider semblance one of the best powers. This opinion is undeniably unpopular. This is one aspect of this game that people do not tend to complain about.
5 Daud And Billie Are Better Characters Than Corvo And Emily
This is for sure something that you do not see often said. Although most of the Dishonored fans would most likely say that they like Corvo and Emily much more than Daud and Billie, there are those who do not agree. There is usually doubt on playing Corvo and Emily, but not about Corvo and Emily being better or worse than the other two.
Reddit user u/catlantean is one of those who prefer Daud and Billie. In fact, this Reddit user straight up said “Daud and Billie are way more interesting protagonists than Corvo and Emily.” This is an odd opinion since many Dishonored players usually say that Daud is not a character they like much.
4 It Is Better To Pretend That DotO Never Happened
Although Dishonored: Death of the Outsider might be considered a satisfying conclusion to the Outsider’s story in the world of this franchise, there are those who do not think that there can be a Dishonored without him. In fact, Reddit user u/Beholderess even goes far enough to say that it is better to pretend that Death of the Outsider never happened.
It is understandable that a Dishonored game without the Outsider seems to be a weird concept, but Beholderess is “not really interested in a potential post-DOTO game because I think that the Outsider and his mark - and the specific test of what are you in the dark it implies - are essential for DH themes and philosophy.”
3 The First Dishonored Is the Worst Game Of The Franchise
This is something rare. It is very unusual to see people placing any other Dishonored in front of the first game. Even more unusual is having people who consider Death of the Outsider the best game of the genre. There is nothing wrong with having a different opini0n but it is unusual nonetheless.
Reddit user u/PrincessLonk places Dishonored, the original one, as their least favorite game of the franchise. But there is a disclaimer. The expressed opinion, word by word, is that their “personal rankings would be DOTO>D2>D1, even though they’re as close to being the same level as could be.”
2 The Voice Acting Is Terrible
Dishonored has the participation of great voice actors. And although it might not have the most engaging story, the talents involved help develop an amazing world-building. The writing takes a lot of heat frequently, the acting not so much. This is why this opinion is significantly unpopular.
An unknown Reddit user does not seem to be very fond of the voice acting, calling it questionable. Other users seem to, unsurprisingly, strongly disagree.
1 Crack In The Slab Is Not A Good Level
One of the most commented on and praised levels of Dishonored, Crack in the Slab is often referred to as one of the best, if not the best, level in the franchise. Clearly, most people agree that this is a fantastic level, but as always, Reddit will always have someone who does not go with the flow.
The Reddit user u/Kirihum is not fond of Crack in the Slab at all. In their opinion, all of the other levels are way more fun and better designed.
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