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name	publisher(developer)	year	description
Crush, Crumble and Chomp!	Automated Simulations	1983
Enchanter	Infocom	1983	Difficulty Level: \| Junior \| Introductory \|[b]>>STANDARD<<[/b]\| Advanced \| Expert \| [Zerothis]
Planetfall	Infocom;Mastertronic (Infocom)	1983	Multiple bootloader and DOS 2.0 versions.
Below the Root	Windham Classics (Dale Disharoon)	1984	"A classic role-playing adventure based on the book "Below the Root", part of the "Green Sky" trilogy by Zilpha Keatley Snyder." This game was also produced for the Commodore 64 and apple //c [Nekom]
Jenny of the Prairie	Addison-Wesley Publishing	1985
NetHack	Stichting Matematisch Centrum & M.Stephenson	1985	'NetHack is a single player dungeon exploration game that runs on a wide variety of computer systems, with a variety of graphical and text interfaces all using the same game engine. Unlike many other Dungeons & Dragons-inspired games, the emphasis in NetHack is on discovering the detail of the dungeon and not simply killing everything in sight - in fact, killing everything in sight is a good way to die quickly. Each game presents a different landscape - the random number generator provides an essentially unlimited number of variations of the dungeon and its denizens to be discovered by the player in one of a number of characters: you can pick your race, your role, and your gender.' [From official site]***Freeware, the newest version- v.3.4.0- 03.2002
The Black Cauldron	Sierra On-Line	1986	The game was released as PC Booter as well as standard DOS game. Newer versions of the game used newer versions of Sierra's AGI interpreter version. Game version 1.1 used AGI 1, game version 2.0 used AGI 2 and game version 2.10 used AGI 3.*** [83]
Supernova	Apogee Software	1987	Turned freeware on 2009-03-20, includes pascal source code.
Gauntlet	Mindscape (Atari)	1988
Ultima V: Warriors of Destiny	Origin	1988	[49]* [83]* [17]* [4]* [22]* [1]* [52]
Visions of Aftermath: The Boomtown	Mindscape (Chivalry Software)	1988	The default world Boomtown includes is called "Max" which likely is reference to Mad Max movies and is therefore a simulation similar to the world presented in them.
Gauntlet II	Mindscape	1989	The mindblowing sequel to the number 1 smash hit. Addictive, frantic and packed with so many new features it's a totally new game. Over 100 levels of pulsating action as you take on the powers of your favourite player, even if they're already in play. Watch out for the death curse of the evil "IT" and flee from the thieving grasp of the "THAT" creature. Stun Tiles. Acid Puddles. Force Fields, Super Sorcerers, Phoney and Moving Exits make your progress all the more difficult. But there are mystical amulets to be collected which will enhance your powers to repel monsters, transport through walls or increase your fire power. Avoid poisoned food and potions, collecting them makes you dizzy!. Gauntlet II is not just a further episode in this enthralling crusade, it is a whole new experience in action packed adventure.***1 players, 2 players, 3 players, or 4 players simultaneous. [Zerothis]
The Magic Candle	Mindcraft	1989
The Dark Heart of Uukrul	Brøderbund (Digital Studios)	1990	[49]*This game has some interactive fiction, adventure and not yet defined elements. Players can visually search the room or listen find secrets, to get descriptions of the room, find riddles that hint at solutions to puzzles, and/or find clues to events in the nearby area. These are returned as text as the game has no sound whatsoever. Advancement must be confirmed by player actions. Crosses are not just symbols in this game, they are apparently melee weapons. Equipment can require a minimum level of experience and/or a minimum character attribute. Clerics must pray to cast spells (all one action). The petitioned god can grant the cast, not answer, or punish the character. These random responses seem to be based on the character's previous actions but the mechanism is unclear. The game is automatically saved much the same way as typical rogue-likes but a bit less often. Simply walking from one place to the next does not prompt a save, but reading a clue or resolving an encounter does. There is also a game "backup" save system. When a player is in a "sanctuary" they may manually create a second save. Experience is shared but most of it distributed unequally based on a character's participation. The mechanism is unclear. Killing blows and attacks delivering significant damage have the most reward. Other actions are rewarded as well no mater what the result. Every character still gets something even if they did not interact with the battle at all. For example, if the first move of a battle is the player's fighter killing a single foe with a single blow, all other party members will get at least 1 XP or more for a stronger enemey.If a character sacrifices their life to save their fellows, they lose piety. Dying is heresy, how [url=https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oran_of_Iona]Oran[/url]ic¡ [63]* [52]*** [37]
Windwalker	Origin Systems (Micro Magic)	1990
Xenomorph	Pandora Software	1990
Eye of the Beholder	SSI (Westwood Studios)	1991	[22]* [63]* [52]* [37]*You control a party of four heroes tasked by the lords of Waterdeep to investigate some foul stuff going on by entering the vast sewer system below the city. Saved games can be loaded into a new game in the sequel ([game=#40320]EOB2[/game]); minus the special items. [Zerothis]
Eye of the Beholder II: The Legend of Darkmoon	SSI (Westwood Associates)	1991	Saved games from the prequel ([game=#33382]EOB1[/game]) can be loaded into this game when starting; minus the special items. Saved games can be loaded into a new game in the sequel ([game=#38757]EOB3[/game]); minus the special items. [Zerothis]
The Magic Candle II - The Four and Forty	Mindcraft	1991	[22]* [37]*"IBM/Tandy version"
Dungeon Master	FTL Software	1992
Legends of Valour	U.S. Gold;SSI (Synthetic Dimensions)	1992
Quest for Glory III: Wages of War	Sierra On-Line	1992
The Magic Candle 3	Mindcraft	1992
The UnReal World	Enormous Elk	1992	Development was moved to Windows at some point. Project originally started in 1990 but first public release was in 1992.
Ugh!	PlayByte (Bones Park Software Artistic)	1992
Betrayal at Krondor	Sierra (Dynamix)	1993	[22]* [59]* [37]*Set about 10 years after the end of the Riftwar Saga by Raymond E. Feist.Re-released in the [i]SierraOriginals[/i] line on single CD.**The game was available for a limited time as a promotion for Return to Krondor at no cost. After this promotion, the game was no longer available for free. The copyright has not expired, no permissions to copy or distribute this game are currently in effect. "We [Vivendi Universal Games] have existing contracts with other companies that preclude us from being able to authorize this [redistribution by unlicensed third parties]." [Zerothis]
Dungeon Hack	SSI (Dreamforge Intertainment)	1993	This game uses the same engine as Eye of the Beholder III. But generates random dungeons and encounters.
Eye of the Beholder III: Assault on Myth Drannor	SSI	1993	Saved games from the prequel ([game=#40320]EOB2[/game]) can be loaded into this game when starting; minus the special items. [Zerothis]
Valhalla	Optyk (Norsehelm Production)	1993	Originally commercial game, but later released as freeware (without sound effects and music though).
Ancient Domains Of Mystery	author	1994	# averted tags/concepts # level scaling - only present in a cave northwest of Terinyo, the small village you encounter early on. Otherwise non-existant.***Latest version: 1.1.1 (as of 2002-11)
Dungeon Master II: The Legend of Skullkeep	Interplay (FTL Games)	1994	[b]missing images:[/b] more in-game screens, specifically something memorable and distinguishable from the other dungeon master game(s) (early game outdoors for one)**[b]Minimum:[/b] DOS 3.1 * 386SX CPU * 580k free conventional memory * 3 MB EMS memory * 256-colour VGA GPU * harddrive * MS-compatible mouse**In the damp passages of the old world evil was defeated and chaos was cast into the shadows of time... In the darkness it waits,* THE MASTER OF ALL DUNGEON GAMES RETURNS The one that started it all returns to once again redefine the standards of the interactive dungeon experience. From the trap-filled dungeons of Skullkeep to the storm ravaged villages above, you'll enter a gaming experience that will challenge you like nothing before. Commanding your party of warriors, you'll enter the most intelligent and realistic role-playing world ever created. Featuring an all-new version of the interface that defined point-and-click and a gaming world that is actually alive, Dungeon Master II is the ultimate quest of magic, dungeons and monsters. * A gaming world that is actually alive with creatures and characters that think for themselves and react to your actions * Amazing special visual effects... lightning, rain, torch lit dungeon walls, detailed creature animations and stunning displays of magic * Above ground and below ground exploration... travel through villages, forests and temples before descending into the dark passageways of the Skullkeep Dungeons. * Real-time combat is combined with finely-tuned traps and puzzles which will test your logic and reflexes to the limit * Stunning 3-D sound effects that actually simulate distance and direction [Box blurb]
Robinson's Requiem	Silmarils	1994
Nahlakh	Proudfoot Games	1994	[b]Minimum:[/b] * 286 CPU * VGA capable GPU
Albion	Blue Byte	1995	Latest version: 1.38 (as of 1996-07) English version is pre-patched.**[b]Minimum:[/b] MS-DOS 5.0 * 486 CPU * 256 color VGA GPU * 8 MB RAM * 3 MB free HD space * 2x CD-ROM drive * MS-compatible mouse The game box also mentions Win95 as potential platform, but this is only because Win95 was still quite backwards compatible with DOS 5.0.***It is the year 2227, and the gigantic interstellar factory ship TORONTO cruises toward a lifeless planet endowed with a wealth of minerals. While studying the planet in his shuttle craft, the pilot -Tom Driscoll- unavoidably crash lands. Against all expectations he survives to discover his craft has landed in a world rich in flora and fauna - and inhabited by intelligent beings. How could the data on the planet of Albion be so wrong? Take on the role of Tom Driscoll and explore the extensive world of Albion and its endless surprises. Experience its vast beauty and its strange cultures... but beware of its many hidden dangers! You, and the companions you acquire on your journey, will experience countless adventures. Your resourcefulness, skills of negotiation and ability to deal with numerous inhabitants will be repeatedly tested. Your resolve in battle will determine not only your own fate, but that of the whole world! Features * Role-playing adventure with engaging 150,000 word storyline. * Turn-based, tactical, battle sequences, with dozens of magical spells. * Interactive dialog system lets you dictate the next move. * Hundreds of different 2-D and 3-D graphic scenarios combine to create the endless depth of Albion. * User-friendly, mouse-controlled package with auto-mapping facility in the 3-D mode. * Dynamic stereo sound effects put you right into the action. * Characters have their own personalities, cultural backgrounds and levels of intelligence. * No elves, dwarves, orcs and dragons to contend with. * Extensive playing time without impossible to win battles and unsolvable puzzles. * Full of life, secrets, surprises and magic. * It's time for you to travel through this strange world with only your mission in mind so be careful who you trust! * Up to six members in your party. (Image captions) * Journey across the fascinating landscapes of Albion and experience the rich details. * Discover new and mysterious places, with exotic cities portrayed in smooth 3-D graphics. * You will be encouraged to interact and converse with Albion's wide range of inhabitants. * Your magical abilities and tactical cunning will also be tested by the planet's more malevolent creatures. [Box blurb]
AlphaMan	author	1995
Deus	ReadySoft (Silmarils)	1996	Unofficial sequel to Robinson's Requiem.
Aleshar: The World of Ice	Hypothermia	1997	Originally shareware, but made freeware at some point.
Amulets & Armor	United Software Artists	1997	The game uses id Tech 1 (Doom engine) level format (.wad), but is supposedly otherwise unrelated to it.

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