Wizardry: Proving Grounds of the Mad Overlord is a full 3D remake of the first game in the legendary Wizardry series of RPGs.
The first party-based RPG video game ever released, Wizardry: Proving Grounds of the Mad Overlord was a direct inspiration to series like Final Fantasy and Dragon Quest. Digital Eclipse's revival preserves the appeal of the classic, with many upgrades for modern role-playing game fans.
Dungeon Crawling, Deluxe
Craft your own party of adventurers and head into the labyrinth at the behest of the mad overlord Trebor, in search of the amulet stolen by the evil wizard Werdna. Battle groups of challenging enemies, avoid hidden traps, and make your way deeper into the dungeon as you prepare for the ultimate battle: Facing Werdna himself.
Commitment to Accuracy
Wizardry: Proving Grounds of the Mad Overlord is built directly on top of the original 1981 game's code. Although it looks all new, underneath the hood is the authentic game. You can even view the original Apple II interface as you play.
Challenge Without Hassle
While the well-known difficulty of the enemies has not been altered, quality-of-life improvements have been added in every area. Party management, navigation, spellcasting, and combat have all been significantly enhanced.
A Legend Reborn
If you're just discovering the legendary Wizardry franchise, Wizardry: Proving Grounds of the Mad Overlord is the perfect jumping-in point for new players. Series veterans will love the gorgeous new graphics and sound, and the streamlined interface.
Digital Eclipse Entertainment Partners Co. use of certain elements from Proving Grounds of the Mad Overlord have been authorized by SirTech Entertainment Corp.
2024 Digital Eclipse Entertainment Partners, Co. WIZARDRY and the WIZARDRY logo are registered trademarks of Drecom Co., Ltd. in the U.S. and elsewhere. Digital Eclipse and the Digital Eclipse logo are trademarks of Digital Eclipse Entertainment Partners, Co. Proving Grounds of the Mad Overlord licensed by SirTech Entertainment Corp. All rights reserved.
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Posted on: August 24, 2024
StackMonkey
Verified ownerGames: 40 Reviews: 1
Game gets stuck- needs a hot fix soon
In battles, the game gets stuck and battle can't progress. Must reboot the game to keep going. Also happens in Camp from time to time. Super annoying.
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Posted on: August 29, 2024
DMacstudios
Verified ownerGames: 53 Reviews: 1
Old school for the cool!
The game is as unforgiving as I remembered it as a teenager. Which is part of the charm. You really feel like you are winning when you are winning. Not some false Dopamine payment for matching a fruit. But a true holy heck I survived that run!! The graphics are definitly a plus and having to actually draw out maps for the levels is something that I never really did back in the day, but I probably should have! Nostalgic win!
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Posted on: June 23, 2025
BarutiMadu
Games: 128 Reviews: 22
Dark Souls of Dungeon Crawler
I think I have been liking this series just because its on the tough side. Yeah, the unfair crit happens from time to time but over all its more about strategy and party placement rather than just going in with 6 mages and blasting things to all get out .... ok well that's the end game but otherwise you'll need to adapt or you're gunna get stomped. Its more like playing DCC (dungeon crawl classic) than hero dnd.
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Posted on: October 19, 2025
red97
Verified ownerGames: 103 Reviews: 5
great faithful remake
i played this back in 1983 on my Apple IIe computer. This gives me the same vibes. Its not BG3 but it is the Great Great Grandfather of it.
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Posted on: September 13, 2024
homepup
Verified ownerGames: 409 Reviews: 1
Great remake
I never played the original, but I can see what all the fuss is about. This is a great game.
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