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role-playing video game
Geneforge
By Spiderweb Software, released 1 Jan 2001
- Microsoft Windows
- Classic Mac OS
What it is
Geneforge is a fantasy role-playing game from Spiderweb Software, released in 2001 and the first entry in the five-game Geneforge Saga. Its open story lets you choose how to approach its world and shape the outcome: oppose an overlord, join him, help local peasants, mistreat them, or focus on escaping. You can also create an army of obedient creatures to support your adventure. Enemies may patrol, pursue you, or seek help, adding reactive behavior to encounters. The game is single-player and includes strategy and RPG elements. It is listed for Microsoft Windows and Classic Mac OS, with Steam support for Windows. Its branching choices and large world give players room to take different paths through the story.
What players like, and what they don't
- Branching story lets players choose their path
- Create an army of obedient creatures
- Enemies can patrol, stalk, and seek help
- Single-player fantasy RPG
- Steam platform listing is Windows only
- No multiplayer feature is listed
Who it suits
Geneforge suits solo players looking for a fantasy RPG with consequential story choices and creature creation. Its Windows and Classic Mac OS listings may also help players choosing between those platforms.
Geneforge centers on solo fantasy role-playing, creature creation, and choices that can change the direction of its story. Its enemy behaviors and alternate paths add variety to the adventure.
