Dungeon of Zaar (2018)

Developer: Kurb
Publisher: Kurb, Plug In Digital
Platforms: Linux, PC (Microsoft Windows), Mac, Nintendo Switch
Genres: Role-playing (RPG), Strategy, Turn-based strategy (TBS), Tactical, Indie
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A methodical turn-based tactical combat game where you command an explorer in a magical castle against other players or AI, focusing on pure strategic decision-making.

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About

Dungeon of Zaar is a turn-based strategy game taking place in an ancient and magical castle where Explorers fight for treasures! For PC/MAC/Linux at launch. Dungeon of Zaar is inspired by classic tactical games such as Final Fantasy Tactics, Advance Wars and by great strategy games such as Warhammer, Pokémon and Magic the Gathering. Nevertheless, the game is different from your standard tactical-RPG, we want it to be focused only on strategic decisions and have a huge emphasis on combat. Players will create their own Dungeon Explorer and take part in intense battles in the Dungeon either on single player mode or PvP online or local hot seat mode with their friends around one computer. Explorers don't come alone into the Dungeon. They are the brains, but not the brawn! They are escorted by a squad of Mercenaries recruited from around the Kingdom to protect them and help them forge onward.

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