Wizardry I-II-III: Story of Llylgamyn (1999)
Wizardry I-II-III: Story of Llylgamyn is a compilation of the first three legendary role-playing games, Wizardry: Proving Grounds of the Mad Overlord, Wizardry II: The Knight of Diamonds, and Wizardry III: Legacy of Llylgamyn, developed by Sir-Tech and published by Media Factory for the Super Famicom, released on January 28, 1999. The compilation features enhanced 16-bit remakes of the classic NES and PC games, with improved graphics, sound, and gameplay tweaks, making them more accessible and visually appealing on the Super Famicom. Media Factory, known for their publishing and entertainment products, brought these iconic games together in a single, definitive package, celebrating the history of the Wizardry franchise.
Gameplay and RPG Mechanics
Wizardry I, II, and III are first-person dungeon-crawler RPGs where players create a party of up to six characters, each with a class, race, and stats, and explore multi-level dungeons in a turn-based fashion. The games feature deep combat systems, with players choosing actions for each character, including attacking, using magic, and using items. The dungeons are filled with traps, secret doors, and puzzles, requiring careful exploration and resource management. The compilation features enhanced graphics, with all sprites and backgrounds recreated in 16-bit detail, giving the classic games a fresh, modern look. The soundtrack is also enhanced, with the iconic themes re-recorded with the Super Famicom's superior sound chip.
The game's story follows the player's party as they investigate a series of mysterious events in the world of Llylgamyn. The game's visual style is detailed and atmospheric, with a clean first-person perspective and detailed monster sprites. The soundtrack features a mix of orchestral and synth music that enhances the fantasy atmosphere.
Wizardry I-II-III: Story of Llylgamyn was a critical and commercial success, and the Super Famicom port was praised for its faithful conversion and accessibility. It remains a classic among RPG enthusiasts and a testament to the depth and innovation of the Wizardry series.