Torchlight

October 27, 2009 Runic Games, World Domination Industries, Inc. JoWooD Entertainment AG, Encore, Perfect World Entertainment, Microsoft Game Studios
Role-playing (RPG) Hack and slash/Beat 'em up
Linux PC Mac X360
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In this ARPG you control a hero who explores a series of randomized dungeons, fightinghordes of enemies and collecting equipment, gold, and loot while doing so. The game also features a town , to which the hero can return to sell and buy gear and items and pick up quests. As you progress into the dungeon, you get to battle unique bosses that advance the main storyline by completing quests revolving around them. Optionally, the player may take on side quests, random quests or visit branching dungeon areas to further develop their character.
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264
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Release Date October 27, 2009
Developer Runic Games, World Domination Industries, Inc.
Publisher JoWooD Entertainment AG, Encore, Perfect World Entertainment, Microsoft Game Studios
Game Modes Single player
Perspective Bird view / Isometric
Themes Action, Fantasy, Historical
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