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Abandoned Places: A Time for Heroes
Abandoned Places: A Time for HeroesEmbark on a classic 2D‑top‑down quest with real‑time 3D dungeons.
Kult: Heredit Kingdoms
Kult: Heredit KingdomsChoose your morality in a dark, godless RPG adventure
Overview
Description

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 the bleak world of the Heretic Kingdoms, you play as a young female inquisitor tasked with destroying a dangerous relic. Your choices pit you against secret societies of mages and cultists, forcing you to navigate an amoral landscape where every action has consequences.\n\nThe game offers six distinct endings based on your loyalties, letting you crush religion, become its savior, or simply survive the chaos. With deep role‑playing mechanics and a rich fantasy‑historical setting, your moral decisions shape the story’s outcome.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)
Paid (One-time)
Category
CRPG
CRPG
Best for
Fans of classic fantasy RPGs
RPG fans, narrative‑driven gamers
Specifications
General
msrp
$49.99
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release date
1992-12-31
2004-10-01
Specifications
developer
ArtGame
3D People
publisher
International Computer Entertainment, Electronic Zoo
Virtual Programming, Games Farm, Project Three Interactive, Got Game Entertainment
multiplayer
Single player
Single player
age rating
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PEGI 12, ESRB M
critic score
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90/100
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Rich open‑world exploration
  • Blend of 2D and 3D perspectives
  • Simple yet engaging point‑and‑click combat
  • Deep party customization
  • Rich moral decision system
  • Multiple distinct endings
  • Strong narrative focus
  • Cross‑platform PC and Mac support
Cons
  • Dated graphics may not appeal to modern eyes
  • Limited UI feedback during cooldowns
  • No multiplayer or co‑op options
  • Limited to single‑player mode
  • Graphics are dated by modern standards
  • Some dialogue choices feel binary
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