A story driven medieval fantasy adventure inspired by oldschool RPGs of the past. Explore a sprawling open world, converse with its many inhabitants, fight its varied monsters and unravel the story of Rothar Aercrest – the cursed lord to the remote woodlands of Imberthale.
Players will immediately recognize the point-and-click control scheme and skill-based progression system, which closely mimic the mechanics of the Runescape franchise. The developers have clearly taken inspiration from these "oldschool" RPGs of the past.
As players explore the world and perform various activities, they can level up skills such as Offense, Defense, Archery, Sorcery, Smithing, and Crafting. Advancing these skills unlocks new abilities, equipment options, and interaction possibilities within the game world. The developers have designed this system to offer a sense of meaningful progression and freedom in how players develop their character.
The game encourages players to experiment with a variety of combat approaches, including ranged weapons, melee weapons, and a diverse selection of spells and magical abilities. This allows players to tailor their playstyle to their personal preferences, whether they prefer a mage, archer, or warrior-type character.
Managing the limited inventory space is a core gameplay challenge. Players must carefully decide what to keep, sell, or store in the bank, as every item, tool, and resource takes up valuable space. While some reviewers have found this frustrating, the option to use a companion "mule" to transport items helps mitigate the issue.
The game's marketing promises a "variety of quests with deep writing," providing players with both main storyline quests and side quests that delve into the lore and narrative of the world of Imberthale. Exploration is encouraged, as players can discover secrets, treasures, and hidden areas as they traverse the open world.
Combat is described as straightforward but requiring strategic thinking. Players must consider their equipment, potions, and spells to overcome different enemy types effectively. Managing resources like health and mana during these encounters is crucial to success.
The game includes limited social multiplayer features, allowing players to see and interact with other adventurers in towns and camps. While the extent of multiplayer functionality is relatively restricted compared to traditional MMORPGs, these elements help create a sense of a living, shared world.