Darkstone

Darkstone is a role-playing video game developed by Delphine Software International and published by Psygnosis in 1999. It is an action role-playing game in the tradition of Diablo. Players choose from one of three character classes: a warrior, a mage, or a ranger. Each class has a unique set of skills and abilities. The game is played from a top-down perspective.

The story of Darkstone takes place in the fictional land of Drakoria. The evil sorcerer Maletoth has stolen the powerful artifact known as the Darkstone, plunging the land into darkness and chaos. The player's character is a hero who must journey through various dungeons and wilderness areas to defeat Maletoth and recover the Darkstone.

Gameplay involves exploring environments, fighting monsters, collecting loot, and completing quests. Players level up their characters by gaining experience points from defeating enemies. They can also find and equip various weapons, armor, and magical items to improve their combat effectiveness. The game features a variety of environments, including forests, mountains, caves, and castles.

Darkstone was met with mixed to positive reviews. Critics praised its gameplay and graphics, but some found it to be too similar to Diablo. The game was released for Microsoft Windows and PlayStation. It remains a notable title in the action RPG genre.