Dungeons & Dragons: Warriors of the Eternal Sun
Warriors of the Eternal Sun is a well-crafted RPG that adheres to the D&D rules strictly and effectively. Using official D&D rules, Warriors of the Eternal Sun is fairly unique. While there are many computer RPGs that use Advanced Dungeon & Dragons rules, very few games use original D&D. Fans of D&D will therefore be happy to see familiar monster types as well as a few new ones (such as the Beastman tribe). Weapons, spells, character types, all are genuine D&D material.
There are two separate engines used in the game. The first is an isometric view used when you explore the valley. In this mode, all combat is turn-based and a lot of fun to play (although not very challenging, since all you have to do is attack enemies from long distance with spells and arrows). When you enter dungeon, the game switches to a first-person perspective, where all combat is real-time (similar to Eye of Beholder series). The user interface is easy to use and never gets in the way.
Warriors of the Eternal Sun is a fun little RPG game. The graphics and sound are both good, and the story is quite interesting. The game is quite short and easy - something that might disappoint die-hard D&D fans, but on the other hand will entice novices to the genre. If you're looking for a fun RPG that's true to D&D rules but not overly complex, then give this underdog a try. Recommended!
Average Rating: | 8.3 [123 votes] |
Genre: | RPG |
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Developer: | CAPCOM |
Publisher: | CAPCOM |
Year: | 1992 |
Software Copyright: | TSR |
Theme: | Fantasy |
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Related Links: | Game page at Shininglair.com , Tester's notes and maps |
More Info: | Mobygames | The Web |
System Requirements: | SEGA Genesis |
If you like this game, try: | Shining in the Darkness, Wizardry I-II-III: Story of Llylgamyn, Shadowrun (Genesis) |
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