Скачать или смотреть Rediscovering Pool of Radiance (1988) | The Game That Shaped RPG History

Step back into 1988 with Pool of Radiance; the groundbreaking AD&D computer RPG that kicked off SSI’s legendary “Gold Box” series. In this video, I dive into the history, impact, fun, and brutal challenges of this classic CRPG that defined Gen X gaming culture.

From the 1980s moral panics around Dungeons & Dragons, to the tactical, punishing gameplay that made Pool of Radiance feel like the original “Soulslike,” we’ll explore:

The collaboration between TSR & SSI that brought AD&D faithfully to PC

Gameplay mechanics: flanking, AoE spells, curses, instant death, and why “Cure Light Wounds” was doing heavy lifting

The city of Phlan, branching quests, and how choices shaped your adventure

How the game’s design reflected both the brilliance and the problematic stereotypes of its era

Why Pool of Radiance became a smash hit and spawned 11 sequels in just 4 years

Whether you’re a Gen Xer reconnecting with the classics, a retro PC gamer curious about the roots of CRPGs, or a TTRPG fan looking for the digital ancestor of Baldur’s Gate, this is a nostalgia trip worth taking.

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