Proving Grounds of the Mad Overlord”, officially released on May 23rd with Japanese support

The full 3D remastered version of the first Wizardry series “Wizardry: Proving Grounds of the Mad Overlord” will be released on May 23rd (Thursday)!

Drecom Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo, President and CEO: Hiroki Naito) has announced that DIGITAL ECLIPSE (Location: California, USA, President: The official release version of “Wizardry: Proving Grounds of the Mad Overlord,” a remake of the first Wizardry series by Ethan Zoubek (supported in 6 languages ​​including Japanese), will be released on Thursday, May 23rd on Nintendo Switch. We would like to inform you that it has been decided to be released for / PlayStation 4 / PlayStation 5 / Xbox One / Xbox Series X|S / PC (Steam).
Drecom is also developing multiple other content related to “Wizardry”. Please look forward to the future development of “Wizardry”.

About “Wizardry: Proving Grounds of the Mad Overlord”

“Wizardry: Proving Grounds of the Mad Overlord” is the first installment in the Wizardry series for home computers, published in 1981 by Sir-Tech Software, Inc. (currently SirTech Entertainment Corp.). Released the original version as. It is one of the important games that launched the role-playing game genre as the first party-type dungeon RPG, and it is a title that influenced later domestic RPGs.

DIGITAL ECLIPSE builds directly on the code of the original Apple II version of the game, signing a deal with Drecom to register the Wizardry trademark and SirTech Entertainment Corp. to remaster Wizardry: Proving Grounds of the Mad Overlord. doing.

This full 3D remastered version by DIGITAL ECLIPSE retains the gameplay of the original version, but has been improved to make it easier to play, including graphics, party formation, dungeon movement, spell casting, and battle operability. Masu. In addition, this work has been in early access on the PC version since September 2023, and currently has a “Very Positive” rating on Steam.

Furthermore, based on feedback from users, improvements will be made in preparation for the official release on May 23rd, and localization support for various languages ​​including Japanese is also planned.

【story】

In response to Mad King Trevor’s request, gather adventurers, form a party, and head into the labyrinth to retrieve the amulet stolen by the evil wizard Wardna. The labyrinth is filled with various monsters and hidden traps, and what awaits you at the deepest part is a direct confrontation with Wardna.

[Game improvements]

• Added new beautiful graphics and animations powered by Unreal Engine
• Added user-selectable options to adjust game settings that were popular in the console version
  It is also possible to play the game at the original difficulty level without selecting the newly added options.
• A monster encyclopedia that allows you to record information on the enemies you encounter and check their strengths and weaknesses, which are necessary for your strategy.The person in charge of the monster text is Mr. Benny Matsuyama, who is known for his works such as “All about Wizardry” and “Novel Wizardry: Side by Side Ash and Youth.”
• The gorgeous soundtrack by composer Winifred Philips also includes an arranged version of the fan-favorite Wizardry opening theme.
• Improved UI that allows you to quickly make selections during battle with one button to make it easier to play with a controller.
• Fully localized to English, Japanese, French, Spanish, Italian, and German

[Game overview]
Title: “Wizardry: Proving Grounds of the Mad Overlord”
Distribution date: Scheduled for May 23, 2024
Genre: RPG
Compatible platforms:
Nintendo Switch
PlayStation 4 / PlayStation 5
Xbox One / Xbox Series X|S
PC (Steam)
*The PC version (Steam) will start early access from September 2023.
Supported languages: English, Japanese, French, Spanish, Italian, German
*Languages ​​other than English will be supported in the release on May 23, 2024.