Advanced Dungeons & Dragons: Hillsfar vs Advanced Dungeons & Dragons: Pool of Radiance

Explore the medieval city of Hillsfar in this classic 1989 AD&D title, where every visit offers a new quest tailored to your character’s class—fighter, thief, mage, or cleric. Transfer a hero from Pool of Radiance or Azure Bonds, or create one from scratch, and dive into a mix of role‑playing and real‑time action. The game features arena combat, maze‑running, lock‑picking, archery, and equestrian mini‑games, all presented in real‑time with a variety of fantasy encounters that keep the experience fresh and exciting.

Set on the northern shore of the Moonsea, the city of Phlan has fallen to a horde of monsters led by a mysterious evil. Players create a party of adventurers, choose races and skills, and embark on a quest to uncover the leader’s identity and restore the city to its former glory, while searching for the legendary Pool of Radiance. The game blends role‑playing, strategy and turn‑based combat in an isometric fantasy world. Developed by Strategic Simulations and published by Pony Canyon, it offers a single‑player experience that defined early computer RPGs and remains a touchstone for fans of the AD&D system.

• Rich class‑specific content
• Variety of real‑time mini‑games
• Authentic AD&D atmosphere
• Single‑player focus for immersive play

• Faithful adaptation of AD&D rules
• Deep character customization
• Strategic turn‑based combat
• Rich Forgotten Realms setting

• Dated graphics and interface
• Limited save system
• Steep learning curve for newcomers

• Dated graphics and UI
• Steep learning curve for newcomers
• Limited save system