That old game I just can't remember the name of

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The discussion revolves around identifying an old RPG video game from the 1995 - early 2000s era, characterized by a top-down 3D view similar to Baldur's Gate. Participants share memories and suggestions based on the original poster's recollections of the game's plot and features.

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Main Points Raised

  • The original poster recalls a game where the player travels to find their uncle dead and becomes a mage, with a significant battle involving many NPCs.
  • Some participants suggest games like Hexen, which is a first-person RPG, but the original poster clarifies that the game they seek is top-down.
  • Suggestions include using a video game database to assist in the search and listing games from that era that resemble Baldur's Gate, such as Ultima 7/8, Diablo I, and Fallout 1/2.
  • Another participant mentions Nox and Hexplore as RPGs from that time with an 'x' in the title.
  • The original poster later identifies the game as Soulbringer, noting that it is a full 3D game and does not contain an 'x' in the name.
  • Several participants express nostalgia for Baldur's Gate and other childhood games, discussing their experiences with playing older titles.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants do not reach a consensus on the initial game title, but the original poster ultimately identifies Soulbringer as the game in question. There is a general agreement on the nostalgia associated with older games, but no definitive resolution on the initial query until the final identification.

Contextual Notes

Some suggestions and memories may be influenced by personal experiences and may not accurately reflect the original game's features or title. The discussion includes various titles that may or may not align with the original poster's description.

Who May Find This Useful

Individuals interested in retro gaming, video game history, or those seeking to reconnect with old RPG titles from the 1995 - early 2000s era may find this discussion valuable.

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Hello there,

I believe there must be some avid gamers around these parts, so perhaps someone can help me remember this jewel I've been searching for.

The game is an RPG with top-down 3D view like Baldurs Gate.

I would believe it is from the 1995 - early 2000s era (my guess).

In the game you play this guy who is traveling to his uncle (perhaps?) and finds him dead (as I remember). I can't remember the plot of the game, but I do remember that you become a mage. And you get some sort of "Mage Nexus" or "Base" that you can visit. One thing I DO remember however is, that there is a battle at some point (maybe near the end?), where there is actually a lot of NPC's fighting along side you. Very epic!

In my mind the game was called something with "Hex" but after countless futile hours I have given up on that. However I am still convinced there was something with an X.

Is this tickling anyone's mind? :)
 
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My kids used to play Hexen, a first person RPG. That what you are looking for?
 
Nah, it was a top-down view. But thanks anyway! :)
 
Try using this video game database to find it to find the game: http://www.mobygames.com/

If you know the platform and year there shouldn't be too many to sort through
 
I do not have any idea about the plot of these games anymore, but the only rpgs/action-rpgs from that time I remember having an 'x' in the title are Nox and Hexplore.
 
Actually I think I have found it. To my astonishment, the game is a full 3D game and there's no x in the name :D

It's Soulbringer.

My memory failed me! :)
 
Well now I have to play Baldur's gate again. It's been so long.
 
Oh the dread of finding an old game and having to play it again ^^
 
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Guess what, I have Settlers 2 installed... and they run in DOSBox under W7 64b.
 
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Greg Bernhardt said:
http://www.gog.com is awesome for rekindling your favorite childhood games

And you think where did I got Settlers from? :biggrin:
 
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I've bought several games from GOG, it really makes me relive my childhood days ^_^
 

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