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Realms of Chaos
By Apogee Software, released 1 Jan 1995
- Microsoft Windows
- macOS
- DOS
What it is
Realms of Chaos is a side-scrolling platform game from Apogee Software, released in 1995. Its story unfolds across three chapters, each with three realms, for 26 levels featuring different enemies, visuals, traps and challenges. Players can switch between two characters: a warrior with a strong sword attack and greater stamina, and a sorceress who uses long-range fireballs and can leap. The game includes five difficulty settings, boss encounters and save-and-restore options, including quick save and restore. It is listed for Windows, macOS and DOS, with Steam availability for Windows and macOS. Steam features include single-player, partial controller support and Family Sharing. The setting is Mysteria, and the listed description presents this as the first adventure involving Endrick and Elandra. Its mix of action, adventure and role-playing elements sits within a platform game structure.
What players like, and what they don't
- Two switchable characters have distinct attacks and abilities.
- Three chapters contain 26 levels.
- Five difficulty settings are listed.
- Save-anywhere and quick-save options are included.
- Controller support is partial.
- Steam lists Windows and macOS, not DOS.
- The listed Steam features are single-player.
Who it suits
It suits players interested in a single-player platform adventure with character switching, multiple difficulty levels and save-anywhere options. Those looking for controller support should note that support is partial.
Realms of Chaos offers a character-swapping platform adventure structured around three chapters and varied challenges. Its listed platform support spans Windows, macOS and DOS, while Steam lists Windows and macOS.
