Abandoned Places: A Time for Heroes vs Gorky 17

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 1999 NATO forces seal off the mysterious Polish town of Gorky 17 after a Russian lab is overrun by grotesque creatures. Lead by Canadian operative Cole Sullivan, a three‑person team must explore, negotiate and survive the nightmarish environment. The game blends point‑and‑click adventure, RPG character development and turn‑based tactical combat, all wrapped in a dark sci‑fi story with branching dialogue and atmospheric 3D graphics.

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

• Deep tactical combat with squad management
• Rich, branching narrative with multiple endings
• Atmospheric 3D graphics and weather effects
• Cross‑platform support for Linux, Windows, and Mac

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

• Interface can feel dated by modern standards
• Limited save system restricts experimentation
• Occasional AI pathfinding issues in combat