People have been writing nice reviews, so I figured for a game under $6 it's worth a try. I downloaded it at 8:00 p.m. and the next thing I know I've been playing it until 2:00 in the morning and wishing I had taken the next day off from work. All for a deceivingly simply looking little RPG that I didn't think I'd really get a kick out of. This game is something that those who played the first generation of computer RPG's in the 80's and early 90's will really enjoy. The graphics aren't going to win any modern 3D CGI awards, as you would expect, but it works well, is colorful, and shows youu all the necessary information without being too cluttered -and it manages to do it in a charming, eye-pleasing way. The game shines in an important way that newer games have abandoned as they push ever onwards with flashier graphics - a sense of achievement. The story isn't terribly deep, but it doesn't need to be and it doesn't detract from the feeling that you're actually making headway and building up your different conquered lands; that you're growing more skilled and more powerful. And indeed there is a decent amount of simple strategy involved both in and outside of battles, so you will find yourself becoming more and more interested in the outcome of your actions. The first part of the "Campaign" (which you can choose from the loading screen) is more like a tutorial and is a great way to get started on an easy level, learn the basics in a few short minutes, and then run free. The tutorial is fleshed out with a bit more than just the typical "click here to do stuff" messages and is very forgiving, so you don't have to worry about throwing the game away because the tutorial turns you off. It's been a long time since I've downloaded an inexpensive game where I didn't immediately realize that I should have bought something else. It's been even longer since I got one that made me forget to go to bed. Highly recommended for: Those who prefer a patient, rewarding gaming experience over a fast, bloody FPS.
