Geneforge 5: Overthrow Review

Scorpia's Lair takes up her usual indie RPG reviewing flag to review Geneforge 5: Overthrow, Spiderweb's latest.
While you're something unknown, something Shapers despise, they all sense the power within. And that power could just be what's needed to bring victory. So Shaper, rebel, or Trakovite, they want you.

It's nice to be wanted, and sooner or later, you will have to choose a faction. For awhile, you can do a job for this one and that one. But to progress to the end game, you must join with someone.

Geneforge 5 keyboard customizationAnd yes, you can change your mind, repudiate your former friends, and join another group. That, naturally, has consequences. So it's best to be sure, and stick with one.

It is, however, possible to work for two sides at once. While Morgana chose Astoria's group, she remained very pro-rebel. There are many instances in the game where you can do a little something for the rebels, without jeopardizing your standing in a faction. At least with Astoria's. I can't be sure about the others.
Spotted on RPGWatch.