I beat Might & Magic X over the weekend, kind of was expecting to get a certificate.
This is a solid RPG, and probably most appreciated by players who have experienced the series from the earliest titles down to the worst of the entries. Lots of acknowledgement of past characters and events, while weaving into the new Ashan mythology and lore, which was interesting. I personally had some great role-playing moments, which I won't give away because of spoilers. But I thought the developers hit the right note with regard to exploration and discovery. They really got the whole aspect of allowing the player to get into trouble by wandering too far, and then returning later with a more powerful party. Once the world opens up, there was plenty of side content to indulge in, bringing back the more sandbox style that is traditionally associated with Might & Magic.
Some folks have talked about Legacy playing a bit more like Wizardry 8. In retrospect, I think that's fairly accurate, especially in terms of long drawn-out battles, and how positioning is so important. One thing the developers should have remembered, if that was an inspiration for them, Wizardry 8 had 6 party members plus 2 additional recruitable NPCs who fought in combat. I think Legacy would have been better served with a larger party, a couple of additional characters who could take on more dedicated roles, whether it be defensive or offensive. That might have helped a speedier combat resolution. Although playing on Warrior mode, I didn't mind the hitpoint bloat, slow and ponderous turn-based combat suits me fine. I also never had a problem with Waizardry 8 more lengthy encounters.
Not everything was perfect of course. The more modern, streamlined conventions that appeared now and then were annoying, but didn't ruin the game. It's just, I think quest completion could be more enjoyable without those tokens in the lower corner of the screen, or the journal telegraphing where to go in certain circumstances.
Still a memorable experience, and worthy installment to the series.
In parting, I would just remind the Empress, the only reason she sits her fat ass on the throne is because we Raiders allow it!