Questline, the creative force behind the immersive RPG Tainted Grail: The Fall of Avalon, has experienced remarkable financial success in 2025, capitalizing on a unique opportunity in the gaming landscape. With a fifteen-year gap since the last major Elder Scrolls RPG, the timing of their release could not have been more fortuitous. While the remastered version of Oblivion made its appearance last year, it hardly quenched the thirst for expansive, open-world experiences reminiscent of Skyrim. Tainted Grail has now crossed the impressive milestone of one million copies sold, underscoring a robust demand for this genre.
Continuous Engagement and Upcoming Content
Throughout 2025, Questline has diligently nurtured its player base with a steady flow of patches, ensuring that the gaming experience remains fresh and engaging. The developers have announced plans to maintain this momentum into 2026, with the latest patch unveiling a promise of even greater updates on the horizon. A significant update is slated for release in February, followed by a free DLC in March, designed to enrich the gameplay experience further.
Last year’s similar patch focused on refining the third act of Tainted Grail, indicating that Questline is committed to perfecting the game’s narrative arc. While details about the upcoming DLC remain shrouded in mystery, the developers have hinted at “cool content” that is yet to be revealed. Speculation abounds regarding potential locations, with Camelot—referred to as Kamelot in-game—emerging as a tantalizing possibility for a DLC expansion.
In the meantime, players can explore the enhancements brought by patch 1.16. This update primarily focuses on improving framerate performance across all platforms through various technical adjustments. Additionally, it introduces new alchemy recipes for existing potions, ensures that neutral enemies revert to their original status post-combat, and addresses a range of mechanical and narrative bugs.
Despite some imperfections, Questline’s Arthurian-themed RPG has garnered praise from critics, including Sam Desatoff, who noted in his review that “the good outweighs the bad by a fair margin.” In a genre often dominated by industry giants like Bethesda and Obsidian, Questline’s emergence as a formidable contender is a testament to their innovative approach and dedication to quality.
