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Geneforge 1

Isometric fantasy RPG with creature creation and branching choices

Spiderweb Software · Released Dec 1, 2001

StrategyRPGIndie

Reviews
Very Positive
92% of 396
Recent reviews
Not enough recent
Playing now
1
right now
Steam Deck
Playable
Last update
Unknown
no patch notes found

What is Geneforge 1?

This is an isometric fantasy RPG with turn-based combat. You explore a large world, create creatures to fight alongside you, and make choices that affect the story, including whether to oppose an overlord or join him.

For you if...

  • +you enjoy turn-based combat with creatures you create
  • +you like making choices that change the story

Not for you if...

  • you prefer real-time action over turn-based combat
  • you want a story with few major choices

What players say

92% of 396 reviews are positive

Players praise the setting and freedom to choose their path, but complain about dated, awkward controls.

Screenshots and trailer

Geneforge 1

Geneforge 1 system requirements

As published by the developer.

Minimum

OS
Windows® XP / Vista™ / Windows® 7 Processor: 1.6 GHz CPU Memory: 512 MB Hard disk space: 300MB Video: OpenGL compliant graphics card Sound: Sound card
Processor
1.6 GHz CPU Memory: 512 MB Hard disk space: 300MB Video: OpenGL compliant graphics card Sound: Sound card
Graphics
OpenGL compliant graphics card Sound: Sound card
Memory
512 MB Hard disk space: 300MB Video: OpenGL compliant graphics card Sound: Sound card
Storage
300MB Video: OpenGL compliant graphics card Sound: Sound card

PC version details

DRM, required accounts, controller support and Steam features.

DRM
None declared on Steam
Controller
Keyboard and mouse
Platforms
Windows
Steam features
Family Sharing

Steam Deck: Playable

  • Default controller config not fully functional
  • Sometimes shows mouse, keyboard or non-Deck controller icons
  • Some text entry requires manually opening the on-screen keyboard
  • Native resolution not supported
  • In-game text is legible on Steam Deck
  • Default graphics settings perform well on Steam Deck

Multiplayer and co-op

Languages

Text only: English.

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