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THE ORDER: 1886
For many, The Order: 1886 was their first look at the next generation of gaming, being touted as one of the PS4’s earliest major exclusives. With its fascinating setting and its unique aesthetic – not to mention the fact that it was being developed by the solid duo of Ready at Dawn and Sony Santa Monica – it was looking pretty much like a surefire success. But while the aesthetic was excellent and the visuals were stunning and it turned out to deliver a great story, the game itself was ultimately a bit of a disappointment, owing, among other things, to its short length and its unoriginal shooting mechanics – which seemed to be at odds with its excess of imagination in other areas.
