Legacy of the Wizard

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Legacy of the Wizard casts you as a family of five navigating a large dungeon to slay a dragon. The game splits time between dungeon crawling, character management, and action sequences. Each family member has unique skills that affect puzzle solving and combat. You swap between members to handle different challenges while managing inventory and health. Battles mix platforming jumps with timed attacks. Progressing requires memorizing layout shifts and optimizing turns. The game's genre-hopping approach was bold in 1987, blending RPG depth with arcade-style reflex tests. While the MSX2 visuals show their age, the core design remains clever. Community feedback highlights the satisfying interplay between mechanics but notes the learning curve is steep. Many cite its influence on later JRPGs like Ys and The Legend of Heroes series. Not for casual play sessions but rewards persistence with its intricate world.