The Bard's Tale Trilogy: Classic Dungeon Crawling Remastered

9/4/2026, 8:50:03 PM

Release date: 8/14/2018

Tags: #rpg #dungeon-crawler #classic #grid-based-movement #fantasy #first-person #old-school #singleplayer

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Score: 95%Very Positive
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¥ 1,520 (JPY)

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$14.99 (USD)

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Japan Price: ¥ 1,520
Global Price: $14.99
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Key highlight

Relive the dawn of RPGs with The Bard's Tale Trilogy, a remastered collection of three classic dungeon crawlers. Create one party and carry it across all three epic adventures, from rescuing cities to confronting gods.

Who this is for

Recommended for classic RPG fans, especially those seeking the original 'The Bard's Tale' experience or looking to explore the roots of modern RPGs.

Details

Overview

The Bard's Tale Trilogy invites players to step back into the golden age of RPGs with a lovingly remastered collection of the iconic 1980s series. Developed by Krome Studios and published by inXile Entertainment, this compilation brings together the foundational titles that helped define the dungeon crawler genre. Players will embark on epic quests, starting with the creation of a single adventuring party that can be carried across all three included games, weaving a continuous heroic saga.

Highlights

This collection features remastered versions of three seminal RPGs: The Bard’s Tale: Tales of the Unknown, The Bard’s Tale II: The Destiny Knight, and The Bard’s Tale III: Thief of Fate.
Embark on a grand narrative that includes rescuing a city from a wicked wizard, reassembling the powerful Destiny Wand, and journeying through time and space to face a Mad God.
Experience a unified gameplay journey across all three titles, designed to offer a consistent and engaging classic RPG adventure.

Who It's For

This game is a must-play for fans of classic RPGs, particularly those who appreciate the roots of the dungeon crawler and grid-based movement mechanics. Retro gaming enthusiasts and players looking for a deep, story-driven experience with a nostalgic feel will find much to love here. It's also an excellent choice for those curious about the origins of the genre and the lineage leading to modern titles like The Bard's Tale IV: Barrows Deep.

Game Info

Developed by Krome Studios and inXile Entertainment, The Bard's Tale Trilogy was released on August 14, 2018. It offers a classic first-person, grid-based dungeon crawling experience set in a fantasy world. The game supports single-player adventures and includes features like Steam Achievements, Steam Trading Cards, and Steam Cloud saves. Available languages include English, French, German, Spanish, Polish, and Russian. The game has garnered an 'Overwhelmingly Positive' reception from Steam users, attesting to its enduring appeal.