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Lands of Lore: The Throne of Chaos
Lands of Lore: The Throne of ChaosEmbark on a heroic quest to save a dying king and defeat an immortal sorceress.
Pillars of Eternity
Pillars of EternityRecapture the deep sense of exploration and classic RPG adventure in a new fantasy realm.
Overview
Description

Lands of Lore: The Throne of Chaos invites players into a sprawling fantasy world where a band of heroes must rescue a dying monarch and halt the dark ambitions of the evil sorceress Scotia. Explore mysterious locations, battle dangerous monsters, and uncover hidden treasures as you unravel the story of an immortal enchantress threatening the realm. The game blends classic role‑playing mechanics with an isometric perspective, offering deep inventory management, spell‑casting, and party dynamics that challenge players to strategize and cooperate with their companions to achieve victory.

Prepare to be enchanted by a world where the choices you make and the paths you choose shape your destiny. Recapture the deep sense of exploration, the joy of a pulsating adventure, and the thrill of leading your own band of companions across a new fantasy realm and into the depths of monster-infested dungeons in search of lost treasures and ancient mysteries. So gather your party, venture forth, and embrace adventure as you delve into a realm of wonder, nostalgia, and the excitement of classic RPGs with Obsidian's Pillars of Eternity. Experience tactical real-time-with-pause combat and a rich, reactive story penned by veteran role-playing game creators.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)
Paid (One-time)
Category
CRPG
CRPG
Best for
Fans of classic fantasy RPGs
Fans of classic isometric RPGs and deep fantasy stories
Specifications
General
msrp
$49.99
$29.99−40%
release date
1993-12-31
2015-03-26
Specifications
developer
Westwood Studios
Obsidian Entertainment
publisher
Virgin Interactive Entertainment (Europe) Ltd.
Obsidian Entertainment, Paradox Interactive
age rating
ESRB M
ESRB M, PEGI 16
multiplayer
Single player
Single player
critic score
78/100
81/100+4%
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Atmospheric retro graphics
  • Engaging party dynamics
  • Rich, branching storyline
  • Challenging puzzles and combat
  • Deep, reactive narrative with memorable companions
  • Tactical and rewarding real-time-with-pause combat system
  • Rich atmospheric world reminiscent of classic isometric RPGs
  • Extensive character customization and build variety
Cons
  • dated user interface
  • Limited save system
  • Occasional performance issues on modern hardware
  • Heavy amounts of reading and exposition may deter casual players
  • Steep learning curve for newcomers to classic tactical CRPGs
  • Inventory and micro-management can occasionally feel cumbersome
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The Verdict

AI-generated from listing data

Pillars of Eternity offers a newer, deeper RPG experience at a lower price, while Lands of Lore provides nostalgic retro graphics at a higher cost.

Key differences

  • •Release era: Pillars (2015) vs Lands of Lore (1993) – newer engine and likely better compatibility.
  • •Price: Pillars $29.99 vs Lands of Lore $49.99 – Pillars is cheaper.
  • •Critic scores: Pillars 81/100 vs Lands of Lore 78/100 – Pillars rated slightly higher.
  • •Gameplay focus: Pillars emphasizes tactical real‑time‑with‑pause combat and base management; Lands emphasizes party puzzles and spell combos.
  • •User interface: Pillars has modern UI (no noted issues); Lands noted for a dated UI and limited save system.
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Pricing & value

Pillars costs $29.99, $20 less than Lands, offering more content for less money.

Pillars of Eternity

Gameplay & fun factor

Pillars provides tactical combat, deep narrative choices, and base management; Lands focuses on puzzles with dated UI.

Pillars of Eternity

Platform availability

Both listed as single‑player only; no platform specifics provided.

Tie

Multiplayer / co‑op

Both are single‑player experiences.

Tie

Content & replayability

Pillars offers multiple classes, races, and permanent choices affecting the world; Lands has branching story but fewer customization layers.

Pillars of Eternity

Difficulty & accessibility

Lands may feel easier for players seeking simple retro combat; Pillars has a steep learning curve for newcomers.

Lands of Lore: The Throne of Chaos

Graphics & performance

Pillars, released in 2015, likely runs better on modern hardware; Lands has occasional performance issues.

Pillars of Eternity

Choose Lands of Lore: The Throne of Chaos if…

Players seeking nostalgic retro graphics and classic 90s RPG feel.

Choose Pillars of Eternity if…

Players wanting modern UI, deep customization, and better price‑to‑content ratio.

Common questions

Which game is cheaper?

Pillars of Eternity costs $29.99, while Lands of Lore costs $49.99.

Which has a higher critic rating?

Pillars of Eternity has a critic score of 81/100; Lands of Lore has 78/100.

Do either games support multiplayer?

Both are single‑player only.