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Is the bards tale (1) really hard or am not good? (lemmy.world)
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I’ve recapped an Apple 2e and started playing what was one of my first games, the bards tale.

I distinctly recall I beat the game, but I can hardly get 1/2 through the first floor of the first dungeon.

I started grinding near a temple where I can heal my party but the rng encounters make a very hard battle every 4-5 battles that wipe party members.

Reviving a party member cost 900 gold a level so if I do get them leveled up to 2 or 3 it’s too expensive to get a raise.

Anyone else remember this game?

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[–] leave_it_blank@lemmy.world 3 points 6 days ago

Have fun! I sure did back then, and when I replayed the remaster.

One tip: Somewhere in the sewers (I don't remember which level) is a field where you encounter lots of enemies (20 or more?). They respawn when you change levels. I used that particular spot to farm, saves you at least some time! And don't forget the fire horn, it's extremely powerful and can be bought usually at Garth's!

Good memories! Thank your for this post! It put a smile on my face!