If you like rpgs and are not turned off by the turn-based gameplay, this game has a lot to offer. You create a group of 4 adventures and control the whole party, first person, through the mountain of Grimrock. There are puzzles to solve and enemies to kill. The game is not strong on story but it is interesting; you are simply dumped in the mountain as punishment for your crimes leaving you with ho... read more
Description:Legend of Grimrock is a first-person dungeon exploration game with grid-based mazes and freelook while standing in a given square. Players control a party of four adventurers chosen from a pool of pre-generated characters or created from scratch, presumably trying to get an array of abilities.
Combat is realtime but unfolds at a sLegend of Grimrock is a first-person dungeon exploration game with grid-based mazes and freelook while standing in a given square. Players control a party of four adventurers chosen from a pool of pre-generated characters or created from scratch, presumably trying to get an array of abilities.
Combat is realtime but unfolds at a stately pace. Players click on a combat option corresponding to one of your party members, which gray out for a cooldown period until they're ready to attack again. Spells as of this writing must be dialed in every time they are cast, using rune configurations you find in scrolls. Characters equip arms and armor through a paper-doll interface.
Puzzle solving and exploration utilize the freelook option, which allows you to alter perspective to look at the floor or ceiling, sometimes revealing items or secrets.... (more)(less)
"I finished this just after the new year. It was a great experience. I plan to eventually return to try out some of the use made content or try my hand at level editor myself!"
“If you like rpgs and are not turned off by the turn-based gameplay, this game has a lot to offer. You create a group of 4 adventures and control the w”
“If you like rpgs and are not turned off by the turn-based gameplay, this game has a lot to offer. You create a group of 4 adventures and control the whole party, first person, through the mountain of Grimrock. There are puzzles to solve and enemies to kill. The game is not strong on story but it is interesting; you are simply dumped in the mountain as punishment for your crimes leaving you with hope of survival and finding the exit.
Everything in the main game is predefined, so nothing changes if you decide to play through more than once. It limits the replay but the game is heavy on puzzles which will keep you playing for a while. A level editor is also included which from my brief time with has proven to be very easy to use.
Well worth the money, especially if you can” read more
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