Great Retro RPG

If you are looking for a classic turn-based RPG, this is it. I purchased it form the App Store for 9.99 USD and probably already have thrown 30 hours into it. Make no mistake though, this is an indie game, but it is well worth the money.

The combat is reminiscinet of a classic turn-based table top RPG (à la D&D), which I think is where it shines. As the enemies become more advanced, you will need to use a lot of strategy to succeed. It gives the combat a strategic "chess" feel.

The character builds complement each other well and are comprised of the classic character types that any RPG fan will be familiar with. There are your basic warrior types, mages, priests, rogues, etc. There are also some hybrid characters that mash the basic builds together. As our character gains experience, you can also choose to cross-train them to be any combo of character types e.g. battlemage, ranger, etc. The The leveling progresses at a solid pace, maybe a bit faster than some might be used to but thats never a terrible thing.

I was also surprised at the amount of side quests and openness to the game. The story is all read-and-click as you would except with an indie game (no voiceover) and you are given the option to choose what responses are made in each conversation. At this point, I havent seen any major story twists come from this but it give it a nice feel of "choice".

Graphics and sound definitely are nothing to get excited about but I dont think that anyone looking for a classic RPG experience is concerned with that and with that in mind, they are good enough to get you into the game.

Overall, I highly recommend this to anyone who is looking for a classic turn-based RPG. I think those that have grown up playing some of the RPGs of the 80s and 90s will fall in love. Anyone new to the genre who is looking for a fun fantasy RPG game with battling, leveling, and looting with strategic combat will enjoy it too. 5 stars.

MattChew78 about Avernum: Escape From the Pit