Summary
- Release Year: 2011
- Genres: Real Time Strategy (RTS), Role-playing game (RPG), Strategy
- Platforms: PC (Microsoft Windows)
- Developers: Realmforge Studios
- Publishers: CDP, Kalypso Media
Dungeons: The Dark Lord (2011)
Dungeons: The Dark Lord is the sequel to Dungeons, the game where the more evil you are, the better! There are a slew of exciting new features, including four-player multiplayer in four modes! Along with the addition of multiplayer modes such as Deathmatch and King of the Hill, there’s now the ability to play as some of the game’s popular bosses (Minos, The Dungeon Lord, the Zombie King and more) in multiplayer, along with the addition of an extensive single-player campaign, a new dungeon setting and 25 new prestige gimmicks.
Gameplay
Dungeons: The Dark Lord is a dungeon crawler hack and slash action RPG. The player takes control of a hero or villain and must battle their way through hordes of enemies in order to reach the end of the dungeon. The game features a variety of different classes, each with their own unique abilities and playstyles.
One of the unique features of Dungeons: The Dark Lord is the morality system. The player can choose to play as a good or evil character, and their choices will affect the game world. For example, good characters will receive bonuses for helping others, while evil characters will receive bonuses for killing and looting.
Multiplayer
Dungeons: The Dark Lord features four-player multiplayer in four different modes:
- Deathmatch: A free-for-all mode where the goal is to kill as many other players as possible.
- Team Deathmatch: A team-based mode where the goal is to kill the other team’s players.
- King of the Hill: A mode where the goal is to capture and hold a central point on the map.
- Capture the Flag: A mode where the goal is to capture the other team’s flag and return it to your own base.
Characters
Dungeons: The Dark Lord features a variety of different characters to play as, each with their own unique abilities and playstyles. Some of the playable characters include:
- The Warrior: A melee fighter who is skilled in close combat.
- The Rogue: A ranged fighter who is skilled in stealth and archery.
- The Mage: A spellcaster who is skilled in elemental magic.
- The Cleric: A healer who is skilled in healing and support magic.
- The Necromancer: A dark magic user who is skilled in summoning and controlling the undead.
Setting
Dungeons: The Dark Lord is set in a dark and dangerous fantasy world. The game’s dungeons are filled with hordes of monsters, traps, and puzzles. The player must use their skills and abilities to overcome these challenges and reach the end of the dungeon.
Reception
Dungeons: The Dark Lord received positive reviews from critics. The game was praised for its fast-paced combat, variety of characters and classes, and extensive multiplayer modes. However, the game was also criticized for its repetitive gameplay and lack of innovation.
Overall
Dungeons: The Dark Lord is a solid dungeon crawler hack and slash action RPG. The game features a variety of different characters and classes to play as, four-player multiplayer in four different modes, and an extensive single-player campaign. However, the game’s repetitive gameplay and lack of innovation may disappoint some players.
Review Score
8.5/10
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