Abandoned Places: A Time for Heroes vs Exile II: Crystal Souls

Abandoned Places: A Time for Heroes is a 1992 fantasy RPG where you control four heroes on a mission to stop the evil arch‑mage Bronagh and save the world of Kalynthia. The game blends a 2D top‑down overworld with 3D real‑time dungeon crawling reminiscent of Dungeon Master, offering a sandbox feel and plenty of side activities beyond the main quest. The interface lets you travel to towns by clicking symbols for services like healing or hints, while combat is point‑and‑click: select a weapon or spell, then click the monster, with cooldown timers after each use. This mix of exploration, party management, and real‑time action creates a deep, nostalgic adventure for solo players.

In Exile II: Crystal Souls, you return to the subterranean world you once fled, now tasked with defending it against an imperial onslaught. The Empire believes your growing power threatens its dominion and sends troops deep underground to crush the Exile once and for all. The game blends classic turn‑based combat, deep character development, and a richly detailed fantasy world. Explore sprawling dungeons, recruit allies, and uncover the secrets of the crystal souls that power your party in this single‑player RPG adventure.

• Rich open‑world exploration
• Blend of 2D and 3D perspectives
• Simple yet engaging point‑and‑click combat
• Deep party customization

• Deep character customization
• Strategic turn‑based combat
• Expansive world to explore
• Atmospheric retro graphics

• Dated graphics may not appeal to modern eyes
• Limited UI feedback during cooldowns
• No multiplayer or co‑op options

• Dated user interface
• Limited modern quality‑of‑life features
• Steep learning curve for newcomers