Players Like...

❤ Authentic Dungeon Crawling Experience

The game preserves the core gameplay loop of the original 1981 release - players create a party of adventurers, explore the labyrinthine dungeon, battle challenging enemies, and gather treasure. Reviewers praise the developers for capturing the spirit and challenge of the original in a modern package.

❤ Challenging and Unforgiving

One reviewer notes their starting party of six characters died within 10 steps of the dungeon entrance, "just like in 1981!" The game's random encounters, one-way doors, teleporters, and other hazards can quickly overwhelm unprepared parties. As another reviewer states, "the difficulty adds to the attachment you have for characters that actually make it."

❤ Customizable and Flexible Gameplay

Players can choose to play with the original's difficulty and mechanics intact, or enable various quality-of-life improvements like automatic mapping, faster combat, and more forgiving character death. Reviewers appreciate this flexibility, allowing them to select the level of challenge they desire.

❤ Rewarding Character Development

Reviewers highlight the satisfying loop of creating characters, grinding to level them up, equipping them with better gear, and watching them grow stronger over time. The process of rebuilding a party after a wipe and slowly regaining lost progress is described as addictive.

❤ Authentic Presentation with Modern Touches

The 3D graphics retain the classic fantasy-painting feel of the original, while the option to view the original Apple II interface appeals to veteran fans. Reviewers also praise the excellent soundtrack, which helps capture the tone of the classic game.