Overlord

Overlord is a simulator of a dark lord who returns to power in the company of an army of minions. In addition to the battles, there is a lot of satire here: the hero behaves like a villain, but his worries are almost everyday. Minions are divided by color and purpose: some fight, others burn, others pull out objects and climb into narrow places. Controlling them is the main mechanic, and the outcome of the battle and the solution of puzzles depends on it. There is tower development, equipment and a choice between cruelty and prudence. It’s worth mentioning separately about minions: they are divided by color and purpose, and controlling them is the basis of both battles and puzzles. In addition to battles, there is the development of the tower, equipment and the choice between cruelty and prudence. The satire on villainous plots is noticeable in every detail, and the hero himself behaves almost like an ordinary business executive. The decor is elegant, the humor is dark, but not evil. The duration is moderate, but the density of events is high, and the atmosphere remains light even in the darkest scenes. The tower serves as a home and a workshop, so its arrangement is also part of the hero’s concerns. Minions die often, but are replenished quickly, so losses do not feel like a tragedy. The tower is both a house and a workshop, so its arrangement is a concern. Losses among servants are common, but new ones appear quickly. Servants die often, but are quickly replenished, so losses are not a tragedy. The humor in the game is dark, but not evil, and the design looks elegant. The project gives a rare role to everyone who loves unusual role-playing actions.