The Bard's Tale: Tales of the Unknown

Step into the dark and mysterious world of The Bard's Tale: Tales of the Unknown, a foundational MS-DOS role-playing game that set the standard for dungeon crawlers. Released in 1985, this classic invites you to assemble a party of adventurers from diverse classes like Fighters, Rogues, Conjurers, and of course, Bards, each with unique skills and spells. Your quest begins in the town of Skara Brae, now cursed by the evil wizard Mangar, whose forces roam the streets and treacherous dungeons beneath. Explore labyrinthine passages, solve cryptic puzzles, and engage in challenging turn-based combat against a myriad of creatures. The game features an innovative music system, bringing the bard's songs to life and offering strategic advantages in battle. Prepare for a grand adventure filled with danger, magic, and untold riches as you strive to defeat Mangar and restore peace to the land. The Bard's Tale is renowned for its depth, difficulty, and rich atmosphere, offering hours of immersive fantasy exploration.