Underplayed Gems

Overlord (1990)

Overlord cover

Platforms: DOS, C64, Amiga
Genres: Strategy
Rating: 4.5 of 5, 30 player ratings
Where to get it: My Abandonware

How it feels

A slow, cerebral strategy game that feels like solving a complex numbers puzzle in space, demanding careful planning over fast action.

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