ishar

Ishar is a fantasy role-playing game published by Questmaster Inc. in 1991. It was developed by Silmarils and released for several platforms including MS-DOS, Amiga, and Atari ST. The game is known for its first-person perspective and real-time exploration within a fantasy world.

Players take on the role of a hero tasked with defeating the evil sorcerer Ishar. The gameplay involves navigating dungeons, solving puzzles, and engaging in combat with various monsters. A key feature of Ishar is its party-based system, where players can recruit and manage a group of up to five characters, each with their own skills and attributes. This allows for strategic combat and puzzle-solving by utilizing the unique abilities of each party member.

The world of Ishar is presented through detailed graphics for its time, with a focus on creating an immersive atmosphere. The game features a complex inventory system and a magic system that requires players to learn and combine spell components. Ishar was followed by several sequels, including Ishar 2: The Crusades of the Sword, Ishar 3: The Seven Cities of Gold, and Ishar 4: The Legend of the Sword, which continued to build upon the established gameplay mechanics and world. The series is considered a notable entry in the early era of computer role-playing games.