Akalabeth: World of Doom
Role-playing (RPG)
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Developers/Publishers:
California Pacific Computer, Quantum Toast, Richard Garriott, California Pacific Computer
June 30, 1979, December 31, 1998, June 28, 2010, November 1, 2014
Linux, PC (Microsoft Windows), DOS, Mac, iOS, Apple II
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Content Gaps: Some areas of Akalabeth: World of Doom feel underdeveloped or lacking in content.
High Difficulty: The steep difficulty curve in Akalabeth: World of Doom can be daunting for new players.
Requires Patience: The game’s pacing might be slow for those who prefer fast-paced Role-playing (RPG) games.
Why To Avoid
Innovative Mechanics: Akalabeth: World of Doom introduces new and innovative mechanics in the Role-playing (RPG) genre.
High Replay Value: Akalabeth: World of Doom offers numerous reasons to replay, thanks to its Role-playing (RPG) elements.
Community Driven: The game has a strong community, which enhances the multiplayer experience.
Why To Play
In the game, the player character visits Lord British and is instructed by him to kill certain monsters. The final mission is to kill a balrog, and after this has been accomplished, Lord British proclaims that "thou hast proven thyself worthy of knighthood".