Throne of Darkness is an action role-playing game developed by Click Entertainment and published by Sierra On-Line. Set in a dark fantasy version of feudal Japan, the game follows a group of samurai warriors on a quest to defeat the fallen warlord Zanshin and his demonic minions. Inspired by myth and Japanese folklore, the story blends supernatural horror with traditional samurai themes.
Players control a party of up to four heroes at a time, choosing from seven unique samurai characters, each with distinct abilities, weapons, and combat styles. Gameplay focuses on real-time hack-and-slash combat, strategic party switching, and character progression through experience and skill upgrades. Loot collection plays a major role, with weapons, armor, and magical items enhancing combat effectiveness.
The game features detailed isometric environments, atmospheric lighting, and cinematic cutscenes that deepen immersion. Town hubs allow players to trade, manage inventory, and prepare for upcoming battles. With cooperative multiplayer support and challenging enemy encounters, Throne of Darkness offers a compelling blend of action RPG mechanics and Eastern-inspired storytelling for fans of classic Diablo-style gameplay.
Features:
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Action RPG set in feudal Japan-inspired fantasy world.
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Control up to four samurai warriors simultaneously.
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Seven playable characters with unique skills.
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Real-time hack-and-slash combat system.
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Deep loot and equipment upgrade mechanics.
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Character leveling and skill progression.
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Atmospheric isometric environments.
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Cooperative multiplayer support.
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Mythical enemies and demonic bosses.
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Story-driven campaign with cinematic elements.
System Requirements:
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OS: Windows 95 / 98 / ME / 2000
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Processor: Pentium II 266 MHz or equivalent
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Memory: 64 MB RAM
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Graphics: 8 MB DirectX compatible video card
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DirectX: Version 7.0
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Storage: 650 MB available space
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Sound Card: DirectX compatible
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Input: Keyboard and Mouse
