The First Templar – Special Edition puts you in the boots of a French Templar in the 13th century, paired with a noblewoman the Church has branded a heretic. Together you move through 20 authentic locations across Europe, chasing the truth behind the Templar Order while King Philip IV and the Inquisition close in. This build ships as a direct GOG installer at version 1.00.595, so you can install and play without a launcher or online check.
Download The First Templar – Special Edition (v1.00.595) — 4.24 GB
Technical Specifications
| Property | Details |
|---|---|
| Version | 1.00.595 |
| File Size | 4.24 GB |
| Operating System | Windows |
| Category | Action-Adventure / Historical Co-op |
| License | Free |
| Developer | GOG Unlocked |
What the Special Edition Adds
The Special Edition bundles the full base campaign with the extra material that makes the historical setting feel complete. You get the complete story arc from the opening escape through the confrontation with the Inquisition, plus a co-op layer that lets a second player drop in as either protagonist. The package sits at 4.24 GB, which is modest for a game with 20 hand-built European locations, and it installs from a single setup application rather than a storefront client.
If you enjoy historical action with a cooperative twist, the pacing here rewards patience. Combat mixes direct swordplay with character-specific abilities, and the AI companion covers the second role when you play alone. That companion is functional rather than brilliant — it holds its own in most fights but won't solve puzzles for you, so you still need to read the environment and manage both characters' positioning.
Key Features
- Two playable protagonists: switch between the French Templar and the noble lady at any point, each with distinct combat styles and abilities.
- 20 authentic European locations: the campaign moves through real historical settings rather than generic fantasy maps.
- Seamless single-player and co-op: a second player can join at any time, and an AI companion fills the partner slot when you go solo.
- Historical antagonists: face off against King Philip IV and the Inquisition as the Templar Order's secrets unravel.
- Direct GOG installer: version 1.00.595 installs from one setup file with no launcher requirement.
- Modest hardware footprint: runs on Windows 7, 8, or 10 with a 2 GHz dual-core CPU and 2 GB of RAM.
Story and Setting
The 13th century was a dangerous time to hold a belief the crown disliked, and the game leans into that tension. Your Templar is bound by oath, your companion is bound by accusation, and the campaign treats both as outsiders working the same problem from different angles. The narrative threads history and legend together — you'll spend as much time navigating political suspicion as you will swinging a sword.
That blend gives the missions variety. Some segments push you into open combat against soldiers and inquisitors; others ask you to move quietly through towns and strongholds where a wrong move draws attention. The 20 locations are not filler — each one carries a distinct look drawn from its real-world counterpart, which keeps the campaign from blurring together over long sessions.
Co-op and Companion Gameplay
The co-op design is the standout. Two players can share a single campaign, and because each protagonist has separate strengths, coordination pays off — one character can draw a group while the other flanks, or you can split up to cover objectives. When you play alone, the AI takes over the second character and follows your lead. It handles basic combat support well enough, but you'll want to keep an eye on its position during tougher encounters.
Character switching is available on the fly, so you aren't locked into one role for a whole mission. That flexibility matters when a fight turns and you need the other character's toolkit. If cooperative historical action appeals to you, you may also enjoy ENDLESS Dungeon – Definitive Edition, which takes a different approach to team-based play.
Pros & Cons
- Pros: genuine two-character co-op with drop-in support; historically grounded locations that feel distinct; low system requirements for older PCs; single-installer setup with no client needed; compact 4.24 GB download.
- Cons: the AI companion is serviceable but not a substitute for a real partner; combat depth sits closer to accessible action than hardcore swordplay; the historical framing is a backdrop rather than a simulation; the Special Edition content is additive rather than transformative.
Installation Guidance
Grab the archive from the download button, extract it with 7-Zip or the built-in Windows extractor, then open the folder and run the setup application. Accept the EULA, let the installer finish, and launch the game from the desktop shortcut. The whole package is 4.24 GB, so keep roughly 5 GB free on your drive to be safe. A download manager speeds up the transfer if your connection is unstable.
System Requirements
- Windows 7 / 8 / 10
- 2 GHz Dual Core processor
- 2 GB RAM
- DirectX 9.0c compatible graphics card with 256 MB
- DirectX version 9.0c
- 5 GB available storage space
Version Freshness and Publisher Details
This listing reflects version 1.00.595, the current build offered here, and the file size of 4.24 GB matches the installer you'll receive. The package is distributed by GOG Unlocked as a direct GOG installer. Before you install, confirm your Windows version and free disk space against the requirements above — that check prevents most setup problems. If you like the game and want to support the developers, a purchase link to the official GOG store page is included below.
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Who This Game Is For
If you like historical action-adventure with a cooperative option and you'd rather not wrestle with a storefront client, this build fits. It suits players on older hardware too, since the requirements are light by modern standards. If you prefer deep combat systems or strict historical simulation, temper expectations — the game prioritizes story momentum and teamwork over either. For a darker, more combat-focused take on the same genre space, The First Berserker: Khazan is worth a look, and The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales offers another story-driven option.
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Download The First Templar – Special Edition (v1.00.595) — 4.24 GB
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