Al-Qadim: The Genie's Curse (2022)

Developer

Cyberlore Studios

Publisher

SNEG

Platforms

Windows

Genres

Action, RPG

Rating

4.5 of 5, 31 player ratings

Typical playtime

about 2.8 hours

Where to get it

Steam

How it feels

A brisk, old-school ARPG with arcade combat and condensed RPG mechanics, evoking the feel of a 1990s Dungeons & Dragons adventure.

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What players say

Players praise the Arabian Nights setting and story, but note the game is a simple DOSBox port with no modern upgrades. Reviews warn about clunky controls, difficulty spikes, and occasional save rollback issues. Long-time fans recommend it for nostalgia, while newcomers often find it aged poorly.

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