Prepare to be banished to the unforgiving subterranean nation of Avernum in "Avernum: Escape From the Pit. " This epic fantasy role-playing adventure plunges you into a world of rogues, misfits, and brigands struggling for survival in a monster-infested darkness.
The cruel Emperor Hawthorne rules the surface world with an iron fist, casting anyone who dares to speak out or simply doesn't fit in into the volcanic pits of Avernum. Your expected fate is grim: starvation, monstrous encounters, or utter despair.
However, not all hope is lost.
Overview
"Avernum: Escape From the Pit" is a deep, classic RPG experience developed and published by Spiderweb Software. Players are cast into the role of exiles in a vast underground realm, tasked with navigating its dangers and perhaps even finding a way to escape their grim sentence. The game emphasizes exploration, combat, and character development within its rich fantasy setting.
Highlights
- A Vast Underground World: Explore the sprawling, monster-filled subterranean nation of Avernum, a land of darkness and struggle.
- Classic Party-Based RPG: Lead a party of adventurers, each with their own skills and development paths, through a compelling narrative.
- Strategic Turn-Based Combat: Engage in tactical battles where careful planning and resource management are key to survival.
Who It's For
This game is perfect for players who relish deep, story-driven RPGs with a focus on exploration and challenging combat. Fans of classic CRPGs and those who enjoy intricate world-building and character progression will find themselves at home in the depths of Avernum.
Game Info
Developed and published by Spiderweb Software, "Avernum: Escape From the Pit" offers a single-player, turn-based RPG experience. It features Steam Achievements and Steam Cloud support, allowing players to continue their subterranean journey across devices. The game was released on April 11, 2012, and is available as a paid title.
