Geneforge 5: Overthrow (2008)
- Developer
- Spiderweb Software
- Platforms
- Windows
- Genres
- Strategy, RPG, Indie
- Rating
- 4.6 of 5, 122 player ratings
- Typical playtime
- about 32 hours
- Where to get it
- Steam
How it feels
A methodical, story-driven tactical RPG where you carefully shape your army and navigate a war-torn world through turn-based combat and diplomacy.
strategicstory richturn-basedold schoolatmosphericcontemplativecomplexmethodical
What players say
Players love the deep storytelling and meaningful choices, but are split on the execution. Some find it the slowest and most RNG-dependent in the series, with a disappointing ending and occasional game-breaking bugs. Others praise it as a refined capstone with the best graphics and mechanics, worth the challenge for series fans.
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