You are the only responsible for your faults! Play as later King Beowulf and learn to face your mistakes!
The decision to be a Hero or a Monster -carnal fury or heroic modes- was a feature which made the game more attracting. Your Thanes are another great part of the game. They are loyal and faithful to you and although they were not as smart, you wouldn't make it without their help. The variety of weapons was also great and the fighting forms was a pleasure.
There was also some bads like the short game play or stupid bugs - like you cant go up or down a rock while in carnal fury mode- but overall i really recommend this game if you have the free time for it.