Shadow Madness is a dark fantasy role-playing game developed by Crave Entertainment and originally released in 1999. Set in the grim world of Riven, players follow the story of Arkose, a young warrior who becomes entangled in a sinister plot involving ancient prophecies, dark magic, and an evil sorcerer threatening to plunge the world into chaos. Combining turn-based combat with exploration, Shadow Madness offers a rich RPG experience with a mature, atmospheric narrative.
Players explore varied environments including villages, dungeons, forests, and temples, encountering hostile creatures and uncovering hidden lore. Combat emphasizes strategic use of character abilities, magic spells, and party coordination. The game features a compelling leveling system, customizable equipment, and collectible items that enhance character progression. With its dark, moody 3D graphics, eerie soundtrack, and immersive storytelling, Shadow Madness stands out as a cult classic among late-90s RPGs.
Despite some dated mechanics by modern standards, it delivers challenging gameplay and a deep narrative that rewards careful exploration and tactical thinking. Fans of classic role-playing games will appreciate the game’s combination of strategic combat, story-driven quests, and memorable characters.
Features:
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Classic turn-based RPG combat
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Explore diverse dark fantasy environments
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Deep story-driven narrative
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Play as multiple party characters
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Strategic use of magic and abilities
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Character progression and leveling system
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Collectible items and equipment customization
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Challenging boss battles
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Atmospheric 3D graphics and moody soundtrack
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Hidden secrets and lore to uncover
System Requirements:
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Windows 7/8/10
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Intel Pentium III 800 MHz or equivalent
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256 MB RAM
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700 MB available storage
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DirectX 8 compatible graphics card
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Keyboard and mouse
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DirectX compatible sound card
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800×600 minimum screen resolution
