Tales of the Unknown: Volume I - The Bard's Tale vs Wizardry: Knight of Diamonds - The Second Scenario

Tales of the Unknown: Volume I, better known as The Bard's Tale, is a pioneering role‑playing game released in 1985 by Interplay Productions and published by Electronic Arts. It introduced early 3D graphics and animated character portraits, delivering a deep fantasy adventure on the Apple II and later on many other platforms. The game follows a band of young warriors, magic users, bards, and rogues as they battle the evil wizard Mangar, who has cast an Eternal Winter over the town of Skara Brae. Players explore labyrinthine dungeons, solve puzzles, and upgrade equipment to gain experience and defeat Mangar’s minions.

Dive into the classic fantasy world of Wizardry where you must navigate treacherous dungeons, battle deadly monsters, and uncover ancient armor to wield the legendary Staff of Gnilda. As the hero summoned by the High Council, your choices determine the fate of the city of Llylgamyn in this single‑player, turn‑based role‑playing adventure.

• Groundbreaking 3D graphics for its era
• Deep party and equipment customization
• Engaging puzzle and combat mix
• Rich fantasy storyline

• Deep tactical combat system
• Rich, lore‑heavy storyline
• Authentic retro graphics and sound
• High replay value with random dungeons

• Limited save system compared to modern standards
• Graphics appear dated on current hardware
• Steep learning curve for new players

• Steep learning curve for new players
• Limited quality‑of‑life features compared to modern RPGs
• Sparse documentation on character progression